Singer-songwriter Saso Sandic arrived in New York in 2014, studied under guitarist Oz Noy (Warren Haynes, Nile Rodgers), who went on to produce Sandic’s debut album, “Alley Raven.”
Saso explores thought-provoking lyrics and hooks. He has performed with many of the world’s most iconic session and touring players, including Keith Carlock (Steely Dan), Tony Garnier (Bob Dylan), Clifford Carter (James Taylor), Mike Visceglia (Jackson Browne), Kevin Bents (Spin Doctors), Joe Bonadio (Sting), James Genus (Herbie Hancock), Jeff Kazee (Roger Waters), and Oz Noy.
Saso performs regularly at venues such as Rockwood Music Hall, The Bitter End, and Shrine while continuing to write, play, and explore New York City.
About the new EP:
'Someone With A Strange Side A' is the first in the series of EPs to be released in 2017 rich in diversity of genres and soundscapes, including covers, guest appearances, and surprises.
Its first release titled ‘SIDE A’ is an eclectic journey from new-century Americana to post-punk exhibitonism.
About my team:
This single release includes some of the most recognized session musicians in the US.
Tony Garnier, on the upright and electric bass, has been a musical director and bandleader of Bob Dylan's band for the last 30 years, longer than any other Dylan's collaborator. Tony also played with Tom Waits on his iconic Rain Dogs album as well as many other great artists such as Buddy Guy, Daniel Lanois, and Diana Krall to name a few.
Clifford Carter took over the wheels at everything keyboard related. Honing his skills on his debut tour with The Four Tops and as a founder of the 24th Street band with Steve Jordan, Hiram Bullock, and Will Lee, Clifford became one of the go-to sidemen in New York, and was eventually offered a position as a musical director for James Taylor. He also worked with Paul Simon, George Benson, Natalie Cole, Rosanne Cash, Brian Ferry, Rod Stewart, etc.
Joe Bonadio, also a veteran on the New York session scene, contributed his vision on drums and percussion. His resume reflects a great contrast of genres and his strong faculties in any musical situation: from Sting to Pat Martino, from Avril Lavigne to Marc Cohn and Art Blakey.
Oz Noy, a guitar virtuoso and an artist in his own right, produced the entire EP and material yet to be released. Oz has made appearances with a great number of heavy weights in the world music arena, such as Allman Brothers Band, Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Gavin DeGraw, Nile Rodgers, Joe Bonamassa, Don Was, Michael Buble, Josh Groban, Vinnie Colaiuta, and many many others.
Matt Shane who engineered the tracks at the recording session has established himself as one of the prodi- gies of sound engineering at a very young age. He won a Grammy for his work with The Flight of the Con- chords.
Mario J. McNulty, also a Grammy Awards winner, has worked with David Bowie for more than 13 years; other artists include Prince, Lou Reed, Nine Inch Nails, Julian Lennon, Manic Street Preachers, and others.
The mastering was done by Dave McNair, another Grammy winner. For over 30 years of a very busy career Dave has worked with Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Patti Smith, Willie Nelson, Rod Stewart, Buddy Guy, Philips Glass, Derek Trucks Band, Melissa Etheridge, and others.
