Scott Weis Band
Total fans: 334
What is the Buzz in the tri State Area ? The Scott Weis Band Now with There second Cd "Tryin To Get Back" They Co Produced And Is a Masterpiece of Rock and Blues. SWB is now opening Shows for Blues Traveler And Little Feet to name a Few Making there Name in the Music Biz. with References to Cream And Led Zeppelin. Scott was taught some scales, on guitar by hippie guitar master, Dave Williams. At sixteen, he was playing with local bands. The showman was born, playing endlessly, then hooking up with the House Of Music Recording Studio in West Orange, NJ. Scott started to bump into all kinds of legends and making waves - taking work anywhere he could. Through many incarnations of all sorts, Scott has worked with, opened for, or played with living legends over the course of 25 years, including, Stevie Washington, George Clinton, Jr. Wells, John Lee Hooker, BB King, Buddy Guy, Jerry Garcia, U2, Dave Matthews, Bon Jovi, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and Richie Havens to name a few. Scott was seriously busy trying any way he could, to learn from these legends. After nearly eight years of steady work and brushes with his own tragedies, Scott needed a break. In his own words, "I was afraid I would look like Keith Richards by the time I was 40." Scott drastically slowed down and went on a journey of the spirit from doing sweat lodges to studying meditation in Tibetan monasteries and taking long hikes by himself. After spending a few months alone in his VW bus in Colorado and Montana, Scott had an awakening and moved back from isolation, realizing that music was his true calling. This was about eight years ago. Scott has been writing songs like a waterfall ever since. If you were to talk with Scott you would know somehow, he is a teacher... only 39 years old, he has the wisdom of an elder. Scott's life comes across in his music and we begin to understand what separates Scott from others. The new CD "Have a Lil Faith" it draws you in. It takes your mind away from your troubles. When people see this band live they are amazed by the talent and everyone in the club has a great time and want to know when the band will be back next." ..... Club owner. This band has the magic to touch all ages. College kids love this band's originals as well as their talent to lift up the energy of a room to an all-out party. People from there mid twenties to over 60 love the band's CD as well and have been quoted as saying "I have not seen a show that good in many years and it is hard to believe I didn't have to go to a big arena and pay lots of money to see to top notch talent." Scott now fronts his own band that blends raw rocking blues, Memphis soul and adult alternative music. Scott's vision to make his own CD of all original songs was complete by the end of 2005 - this hard work has created a even stronger bond with the band members. The CD was produced by Scott Weis and Bobby Kyle. Scott has financed the project himself. We are all looking forward to 2006. The Scott Weis Band's stage presence is intense and something that must be seen. They control the mood and take you in, you experience a journey with them and leave their show taking home a good feeling. Scott is a quiet mellow guy off stage and makes everyone feel loved. When he goes on stage he pours out his soul in a trance like state. Most people wonder if Scott's talents lie in his powerful tasteful guitar playing, soulful vocals or amazing harmonica playing. Scott surrounded himself with the most versatile musicians within the regional music scene. This band backs Scott up so well and when it's time for them to shine or do a solo they amaze you. Drummer: Roger Voss is an accomplished drummer and music instructor. His style of playing is diverse and ranges in the intensity of John Bonham to the subtleties of Steve Gadd. Bass: Robert Kopec is the most sought after regional bass player with the chops of Jaco Pastorios and Stanley Clark. Robert has dominated the regional progressive jazz scene for years. Robert has joined up with Scott to lay down the back bone that makes most bass players not want to play. Roberts credits include Mark Murphy ,Mike formenak Hal Galper,Michael Brecker,to name a few.Michael Fossa who's years of road experience show as he goes into a keyboard solo to make most keyboard players right hand hurt. "Times are not easy for everyone and when I play music it's a spiritual thing for me. When I play music I try to create a way to take everyone with me so we all can forget about life for a while and relax." ..... Scott Weis "This band sets themselves apart by very professional level of versatility to keep the audience's attention on what is coming next. When people are leaving they want to know when the band is coming back." ..... Peter Jajcay Club owner.