Showing posts with label Scott Weis. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Scott Weis. Show all posts

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Scott Weis Band - Scott Weis Band XX

Size: 97.4 MB
Time: 41:30
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2025
Styles: Blues Rock
Art: Front

01. My My Love (3:33)
02. Looking For The Preacher (3:34)
03. Stand (3:01)
04. Coming In (5:17)
05. Gimme Gimme (3:25)
06. White Crow (3:23)
07. Wheels Are Turning (3:26)
08. Promise Land (3:28)
09. You Got The Power (3:12)
10. I Try (3:22)
11. Tennessee Whiskey (5:42)

From North Jersey to the Blues Hall of Fame.

Growing up in the rugged terrain of family farms in North Jersey, young Scott Weis harbored a fire within his soul, a burning desire to learn from the very best. His journey began humbly, toiling as a gopher at the legendary House of Music, where he did odd jobs and strummed guitar parts for major recording artists, all to earn his precious studio time with the renowned Charlie Conrad.

Scott's relentless pursuit of music saw him navigate through various local bands as a guitarist, honing his craft with each strum and chord. His talents did not go unnoticed, and soon he found himself signing with Premier Talent Agency NYC as a touring guitarist, sharing stages with a pantheon of blues and rock legends. By the late 90s, the relentless grind of touring took its toll, and Scott found himself at a crossroads, taking a break to reflect on his musical odyssey and contemplate his next bold move.

In 2005, driven by an unyielding spirit, Scott birthed the Scott Weis Band. "I just wanted to make a record to describe who I was; music is a spiritual thing for me," he declared, his voice resonating with passion. This dedication bore fruit when, in 2012, Scott was enshrined into the Blues Hall of Fame, a testament to his indomitable spirit and unmatched talent.

Yet, adversity struck in 2011 when Scott released "Almost There." As the album climbed the charts, Scott lay in bed, gripped by the agony of a broken neck, uncertain if he would ever reclaim his place on stage. But the call of music proved too powerful to resist. In early 2012, fueled by a call to open shows for Dickie Betts, he made a triumphant return. The stage, awash with flowers and get-well cards, stood as a monumental reminder to Scott: he could never give up.

Throughout his illustrious career, Scott has shared the stage with some of the greatest names in music history—Joe Cocker, Etta James, Dickie Betts, Greg Allman, Tinsley Ellis, John Lee Hooker, Junior Wells, Buddy Guy, Dr. John, Blues Traveler, Spin Doctors, Blackfoot, Marshall Tucker, 38 Special, The Outlaws, Robin Trower, Mighty Sam McClain, The Meters, and countless others.

Scott's relentless pursuit of musical excellence has seen him release soon to be 10 full-length CDs independently, a feat achieved without the backing of any label. His journey with the Scott Weis Band has seen many transformations. After almost a decade-long hiatus, the original lineup reunited to create "Simmer Me Down," a testament to their unique style of rocking blues that continues to captivate audiences.

During this hiatus, Todd Lanka and Andy Pace carried the torch, performing as the Scott Weis Band. Now known as Scott Weis and Soul Krewe, they have evolved into a vibrant New Orleans-based blues and funk ensemble, embodying the essence of Americana.

Scott Weis's journey through the realm of music is nothing short of epic, a saga of resilience, passion, and unwavering dedication to his craft. From the gritty streets of North Jersey to the hallowed halls of the Blues Hall of Fame, Scott's story is one of triumph, unparalleled creativity, and the transformative power of music.

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Thursday, August 6, 2020

Scott Weis Band - Simmer Me Down

Size: 99,2 MB
Time: 42:29
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2020
Styles: Electric Blues, Blues Rock
Art: Full

01. Pride And Soul (3:58)
02. All Over Again (4:59)
03. Simmer Me Down (3:21)
04. When Something Is Wrong With My Baby (5:53)
05. Helpless (3:43)
06. Jesus Just Left Chicago (3:50)
07. Right Where It Belongs (3:12)
08. The Way I Do (3:10)
09. Saved (3:49)
10. Transcendence (6:31)

Scott Weis began playing professionally in the 1990’s. Early on he worked with, or opened for, Jerry Garcia, Junior Wells, John Lee Hooker and Buddy Guy. He formed the Scott Weis Band in 2005; and recorded their well-received 2006 debut “Have A Lil Faith” with co-producer Bobby Kyle. The power trio of guitarist and vocalist Weis, bassist Robert Kopec, and drummer Roger Voss, recorded their follow-up album”Tryin’ To Get Back” in 2008 at the Mix-O-Lydian Studio in Lafayette, NJ. The band opened for The Nighthawks; Little Feat, and Blues Traveler when they played at The Mountain Laurel Center for the Arts in Bushkill, Pa. In 2012 the band was an inductee into the Pennsylvania Blues Hall of Fame. The SWB’s last album was 2018’s “Songs from The Vault”. Later that September they played Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe, Pa.

The current SWB line-up remains Weis, guitar and vocals; Kopec, bass and backing vocals; and Voss, drums and backing vocals. “Simmer Me Down” was recorded, mixed and mastered by the late Ben Elliot at his Showplace Studios in Dover, NJ. The recording was one of Elliot’s last projects and is dedicated to his memory. Additional musicians include background vocalist Cindy Mizelle, keyboardists John Ginty and Phil Silverberg, and percussionist Bashiri Johnson.

Tinsley Ellis once stated that the SWB is “No bull rock and roll”. Weis begins “Times are not easy for everyone and when I play music it’s a spiritual thing for me. I use my guitar as a way to express my soul and the energy I have for life. When I play, I try to take everyone with me so we all can forget about life for a while and relax”. Eight of the ten tracks are originals written by band.

“Pride and Soul” opens with Weis’ guitar as the background singers chant “I know that you can take my pride, but you can’t get my soul”; as the rhythm section lays down the heavy beat Weis begins to sing. Voss’ drums signal the start of “All Over Again” before Kopec joins in, they are a powerful pair and set up Weis’ evocative vocal and stinging guitar, the combination works well. This time it’s Voss snare that begins the New Orleans styled second line on the title track, “Simmer Me Down”, with Ginty lighting it up on piano; Weis’ guitar and vocal are indelible before he takes a turn on harmonica

Weis takes a soulful vocal on the Isaac Hayes/David Porter classic “When Something Is Wrong With My Baby” first recorded by Sam & Dave in 1966; the background singers complete the production. Weis’ guitar screams as he opens the happy “Helpless”, the rhythm section once again clears the way for Weis’ vocal.

“Jesus Just Left Chicago’ and is bound for New Orleans” is the other cover, written and recorded by ZZ Top in 1973; this is another outstanding performance. “The Way I Do” is a funky production featuring Johnson’s percussion and an outstanding solo from Weis. “Saved” is another well written song, and the band has that special “snap” that takes everything to a higher level. The instrumental closer “Transcendence” paints a sonic landscape.

There aren’t many power trios that I care for. The Scott Weis Band is the exception. This album produced by the band, and engineered by Elliot, is much more than expected. ~Richard Ludmerer

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