Scott Sawyer

Rank #15 Raleigh, NC Jazz / Nu-Jazz Fusion / Blues - Roots - Funk

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Members: Scott Sawyer-guitar. Various members on drums, bass, keys and saxophone

Sounds Like: john scofield, Bill Frisell, Mike Bloomfield: An American Guitarist, Jim Hall, Jimi Hendrix

Label: unsigned

Manager: Ghezzi

Bio: Scott Sawyer is the kind of musician who displays his musical diversity like a badge of honor. He's been making music for years, playing venues of every description: music clubs, beer-soaked dives and prestigious festivals & venues around the world. From 1982-1996 he spent much of his time in the... See Full Bio

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Scott Sawyer has a show on 05/18/2013 at 07:00 PM @ Dan Sargent... in Morrisville, NC http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/200612959 #concert

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"Joining as special guests on this musical celebration are some of my most treasured musical friends...Scott Sawyer is an amazing world-class guitarist who has toured with the band and been a musical collaborator since the 80's..."---Nnenna Freelon

— Nnenna Freelon "Homefree" (Concord Jazz); 2010 album liner notes

"The ABB will continue what’s being called the “40 Years of Highs and Lows” tour, all part of a 60 date US tour. While in NY, I got to do a gig with Go There, who I recorded with in 2006. Scott Sawyer and Kenny Soule are two of my favorite musicians to play with." - Oteil Burbridge

— Chris Jisi, Bass Player Magazine

“Welcome to Scott Sawyer, the funk, rock, blues--and jazz-- player...With a preponderance of Sawyer tunes, (GO THERE) is all groove underneath...If you're looking for a pure, hard-line jazz album, this is not it. But if you think it represents a compromise, think again. It's its own species.”

— Owen Cordle, News & Observer

“I remember hearing years ago about "...this guy Scott Sawyer...He's the one guy around here who has a totally cool vibe while being one of the best guitar players in the region." The guy who said that was Brian Dennis and he was right. - John Custer (Producer, Dag, Cry Of Love, COC) ”

— John Custer, myspace.com/scottsawyer

“I did do one CD with this great guitarist named Scott Sawyer. Its called “Go There”. My brother Kofi played on it and a great drummer named Kenny Soule. These guys are really amazing." - Oteil Burbridge”

— badassbassplayers.com

“We just completed a project called Go There. Just ridiculous, man...They have a guitarist, Scott Sawyer and a drummer Kenny Soule...We went into the studio and did this and I felt like we had been playing together for thirty years. It was just amazing how natural it was. - Oteil Burbridge”

— jambands,com

“Guitarist Scott Sawyer is the kind of musician who displays his musical diversity like a badge of honor. The North Carolinian, who is probably best known for his work with vocalist Nnenna Freelon, showcases his electrified playing and composing on Go There...”

— John Barron, AllAboutJazz.com

“Scott Sawyer is one of North Carolina’s guitar masters... To this listener, Go There sounds like a righteous amalgam of jazz, funk, rock and blues performed by a crew of very solid players. For immediate inspiration, check the brilliant, funkified arrangement of George Harrison’s “Tax Man.” ”

— Philip van Vleck, Metro Magazine

“...it’s in the delivery where artists are defined. Holding back behind the beat just enough to capture the right emotion, Sawyer demonstrates a real feel for statement and anti-statement.”

— Thomas R. Erdmann, JazzReview.com

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Aug 31

Triad Indie Music & Art…
Winston-Salem, NC, US | 12:00pm
Triad Indie Music & Arts F...
Winston-Salem, NC, US
Sat Aug 31 12:00pm
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Bruce Piephoff & Scott Sawyer perform at Triad Indie Music & Arts Festival in W-S, NC
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Sep 1

Grove Winery
Gibsonville, NC, US | 6:00pm
Grove Winery
Gibsonville, NC, US
Sun Sep 01 6:00pm
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Annual Labor Day Weekend Swirlfest Celebration. Held at the Grove Lake Stage overlooking Lake Cabernet. Wine, beer & food available for purchase. Bring a chair or blanket.

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MP3: $10.99
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Kevin M. Thomas
TO LOVE IS GREAT!
The Buddy Jack Band ...
incredibly tasteful jazz sounds...the world at its finest...love the guitar sound and riffs. The trumpet player is classic
Chaotic Resemblance
To Love is playing beautifully done
BERZON (Math-Metal)
thanks so much, you are too kind , peace, rb
Ricky Alan Ray
I consider some of the most real music anyone can listen to.. Very nice job guys!
Rufaro
** Hoping to gain artists like these as fans of mine:) We all cook w/the same ingredients, come hear my recipe:)

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Q: How do you go about marketing yourself in such a way to land gigs with so many accomplished musicians/bands, and how does your role as a bandleader influence your ability/experience in booking gigs?

A: Greg, Thanks for being in touch. To be honest, online marketing is not my strong suit...I'm spending a little more time with it as possible, trying to do better! When I first started making music, there was no ReverbNation, Facebook and the like. On one hand, those platforms have made it possible for artists to promote themselves in ways that I couldn't dream of doing years ago. On the other hand, it takes time to effectively use these sites...even if you have help with the day to day promotion, from time to time "real fans" like to hear directly from the artist. The most important thing for me has always been THE MUSIC; not fame or fortune. Professionally speaking, at the end of the day, it's our reputation that counts. I continue to work on music and do my best to make meaningful contributions when called upon by others. Word of mouth is still a powerful thing. It's easier on me when others book me/my band. Being a bandleader is tough enough without having to take care of all business; that said, I always weigh in on whether or not a booking makes sense (for me). There are more opportunities for musicians now than before....but there's more competition, too. It's harder to make a buck than it used to be. For those of us that haven't hit the "big time", being versatile helps. I perform, instruct, play as a bandeader, sideman, soloist....produce a little, play sessions. I'm usually involved in two or three serious projects at any given time. I continue to work hard, practicing daily and still believe that if you put THE MUSIC first...good things will happen. Feel free to be in touch with any other questons/thoughts. All the Best to you/yours~ SS

Asked by Greg Holland (Drummer). Answered on Thu Feb 21 2013

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