I added a new DJ Rap gallery the other day - Have a look (the photos came out hot!) - I'm picking up my photos up from the Jazz Festival this weekend (I shot 24 rolls of film @ the Fest - wow!) - I've really got to get my own dark room set up =)

The 3rd annual Rochester International Jazzfest ended Saturday =(

I had such a blast!! - There were so many amazing musicians @ the fest this year...I'll post more details, photos and some of my favorite artists, shows and after hour jam sessions later in the week...


peace

Yesterday 6/04/04 was the 1st night of the RIJF I missed David Sanborn (never really been a big fan of the la la jazz anyway *shrugs*) but I did catch an exceptional set from Matthias Lupri Group w/Donny McCaslin - Matthias is an amazing Modern jazz vibraphonist (check him out live if you have the opportunity, you'll be kicking yourself if you miss it) - Tonight is going to be amazing Sam Kininger & Oscar Petterson! can't wait...

I had a chance to catch DJ Rap last night after shooting @ the fest she is even more gorgeous in person & gives great big hugs!! - Her set was sick as hell, mixing skills are flawless, track selection was wicked - The club had a proper sound system and the vibe was lovely...She played @ a killer new club here in the City called "ELEMENT" (I want to big up Herb! thanx for taking care of me @ the club your the bomb!)

Allright gotta bounce I'm off to get ready for the Jazz Fest tonight...hopefully there's going to be some great after hours music @ the Crown Plaza, you never now who's going to show up and sit in down there...

~sending positive vibes~

Vernon Reid fans I just published a new gallery of photos - Take a look - Give me a shout and let me know what ya think =)

I was out last night jus chilling having a few drinks and one of my good friends turned me on to this killer drink - Here's a quick and easy recipe:

Gogl-Mogl

1 whole Egg
1 ounce Whiskey
1 tablespoon Honey
2 ounces Milk

Beat an egg, add honey and a shot of whiskey. Pour into a glass, fill with warm milk, and stir until well mixed. Garnish with nutmeg.

Boo Yah!

Sup Ya'll

I just got in from seeing one of my hereos in concert tonight - Vernon Reid played in town with Masque and it was the most AMAZING show I've seen in ages - His tone, technique and playing are brilliant...He is a God!! I had a chance to REALLY talk with him after the bands set and he was the nicest, most down to earth articulate cat you could meet, we had a wonderful conversation about Hendrix, Miles and the state of music today...He is truly the bomb - Thank god for musicians and beautiful souls like Vernon...

I think I got some great shots of the show tonight - I'll have a gallery up from the gig this week...

You must go buy there new album "Known Unknown" right now, what are you doing still reading this go out and buy it NOW!

peace & god given blessings

What's Up,

Just wanted to give a shout and let ya know I've added some new "older" Fishbone photos to the gallery and just published a new gallery for a killer band that ya have to check out ----> Zeke

Just added "Superjoint Ritual" Gallery - Have a look...

peace
Scott =)

Note to collectors: Thanks a lot for all of your e-mails and calls - I appreciate the positive feedback - If your interested in a print there is a "Limited Edition Prints" page on the site with detailed info on ordering - You'll want to go the home page and click on the "Copyright 1996-2004" tab @ the bottom of the page and scroll down v'iola there you have it...

Take Care
Scott =)

Yes! I'm available to shoot tours on assignment and I'm also doing promo photos for bands.

I'm also debating on portfolios - Give me a shout if your interested we can discuss price and location etc etc...Contact info is on the site.

peace
Scott =)

btw have you seen that flick "Kill Bill"??....amazing!

I've gotten a few e-mails in regards to some folks not seeing all of the images loaded when looking @ a gallery - I'm working on a format that will fix that - In the meantime if you get to a gallery and there are a few images not showing just right click and refresh, that should do it (yes it's that simple)...

If the problem persists give me a shout and let me know which gallery you found the issues with...

I just did a scrub in all of the galleries and everything should be cool @ this point, but *shrugs* there may still be bugs until I get the "pre-loaded-images" update implemented...

peace
Scott =^)>

Just want to give a quick heads up with what I've got going on in the next few weeks - I'm going to be adding new galleries this weekend of The Crystal Method and Sam Kininger shows I shot last week - The shots came out great, I had a wonderful time @ both shows...

Sam reminds me a lot of a younger Maceo Parker - TCM had an amazing light show and stage presence, the show was so loud my ears are still ringing...


My schedule is pretty insane over the next few months - Here's what I'm shooting:

The Regina Carter Quintet April 23rd

Quinn Lawrence April 24th

The Ska is Dead Tour April 27th with Catch 22, Mustard Plug & Planet Smashers

Superjoint Ritual on May 1st

Joshua Redman May 7th

Life of Agony May 18th

P.O.D May 28th

This is going to be a lot fun!

Here's a list of what I've been listening to lately:

Russell Gunn - Ethnomusicology Volume III & Moodswings

Josh Wink - 20 to 20

Martina Topley Bird - Quixotic "I love me some martina"

Plastikman - Closer

Sam Kininger - self titled debut

Vernon Reid & Masque - Known Unknown

Meshell Ndegeocello - Comfort Woman

Miles - In a Silent Way (box set)

Prong - Scorpio Rising

Billy Cobham - Spectrum

Lifesavas - Spirit in Stone

Dirty Walt - Putting it Bluntly

Earth - Volume 6

Coltrane - Live @ the Village Vanguard (box set)

I will be shooting the Rochester Jazz Fest again this year. The lineup is stellar!!

My new blog! Check back soon for updates on performances, equipment, reviews, etc.