If History has proven one thing, it’s that important things last. Whether in their original form or faithfully recreated in tribute by an admirer, quality works are timeless. This is true of life, people, and music. Thousands of new records are released every year and only a handful have any lasting merit. Scoot Pittman is one of a very few gifted performers with the ability to play another artist’s music with justice and more, and his original tunes feel immediately familiar, like a classic always does.
In addition to being that talented musician and songwriter, Scoot is also an entertainer. His audiences are at ease with his professional yet friendly, fun showmanship, and most everyone in attendance leaves a true fan. His original songs are tightly-crafted ear snacks that stick in your brain long after the show, and his wide choice of cover tunes, from James Brown to Jane's Addiction, proves he is worthy of your time and attention.
Whether he performs solo acoustic, as an acoustic duo with percussion, or as a 3-piece stripped-down electric group, Scoot always delivers. With several independently released CDs under his belt, many with high marks from national reviewers, it's easy to see and hear how serious this guy is about his life’s work. From his songs about eating fatback and growing up in small-town USA to his funky-punk twist on a kid in a candy store, the best way to describe his music is "Southern Soul". And that soul shines through with every note. Scoot is important.
After a recent gig, one patron and new fan best summed up the Scoot Pittman musical experience: "Now THAT was a show!"
DISCOGRAPHY
2008 Fidelitorium Sessions
2008 Sooner or Later These Will Be...SMASH HITS
2007 Scoot Pittman EP
2006 Lake Montonia Road
2003 Up Down Across & Back
2000 Natural High
1998 Listen to This
1996 Pork Rinds & Cream Soda
1996 Lorena EP
Compilation CD's
2009 WNCW "Crowd Around The Mic" Compilation Vol. 13
2009 Creative Loafing Presents Jeff Hahne’s Homebrew Volume III
2008 105.9 The Mountain "Rock the Cause" Vol. 1
2008 Oasis Radio Sampler Vol. VIII
2007 88.7 WNCW Crowd Around The Mic Vol. 10
2000 Awarestore Ear Snacks Vol. 5
2000 Carolina Music Compilation Vol. 1
1996 106.5 The End Vol. 1
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Here’s home-grown rock of world-class rank. The scope of Pittman’s presence is to the point of the “one name” recognition level.
Known as Scoot to many, he has often been referred to as the hardest working musician in this area. He blends music genres easily, from roots sounds to soul to straight-ahead rock with some saucy funk thrown in.
His bio calls it a “sound that meets at the crossroads of Muscle Shoals and Motown - Southern Soul to the core.” Otherwise, just call it engaging, energetic musical fun.
-Debby “Jet” Jennings (Music Writer/Promoter)
Pittman is a talented tune-smith who's been writing and playing music around these parts for years. There's nary a hint of pretension in his work. It's the "music first" attitude that coaxes heart-felt songs from Pittman's muse. On Lake Montonia Road, Pittman gets a little help from locals Eric Lovell, Gigi Dover, Michael Reno Harrell and other NC music vets.
-Creative Loafing Magazine
He's the King of all Charlotte music...Mr. Bill - WRFX (99.7 The Fox)
Scoot Pittman Lake Montonia Road CD Release Party
-Creative Loafing STAFF Pick of the Week
Scoot is a long established Charlotte singer/songwriter and damn fine musician. His knack for melodic twists and turns is the foundation for his reliable song-crafting skills.
-Creative Loafing Magazine
Scoot Pittman is a Natural...Erroe Collins - 107.9 (The Link)
Scoot Pittman is a singer/songwriter who displays an emotive (read: genuine), bluesy acoustic soul rock sentiment which showcases a nice streetwise eclectic sound. He plays all the aforementioned elements with a live and kickin' attitude, and there's no reason why he can't be a star on the touring jam band circuit.
-Creative Loafing Magazine
Instead of describing the show, I'll give you a few adjectives: quick on the uptake, pure quality, up to snuff, all there, on the ball, scintillating, glorious, dazzling, splendid, splendiferous, magnificent, marvelous, palatable, recherch, sensational, stupendous, superb, undefiled, in a class by oneself.
-Anti-Star.com
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