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Scott

If I Could Just Get Your Attention...

About Me

Profile time. So this isn't anywhere near the best way to get to "know" me, but here goes nothing, mmmkay? Mmmmkay.
Well where to start... lets see. I like to write and play music. It's like therapy for me. I've been through a lot, but I wouldn't change a thing. (Long story, but an interesting one -- if you care to hear it message me. We'll chat).
I'm twenty-six years old, and I call the good ol' state of Maryland home. I work in radio, and I love it for the most part. The hours are weird, but with the type of person I am, I don't think I'd enjoy the typical 9-5...which, somehow, has morphed into the 8:30-6. I get to meet lots of great people with my job, and I can't ask for a better group of people to work with.
I'm a dreamer. I like to drive to nowhere just to see where I end up. Kinda like life. I get in over my head a lot...but I try to not act like I'm overwhelmed. But I do have anxiety and panic attacks. I try not to let it get to me....I'm doing better....sometimes.I believe you can learn more from a three minute song than you can a lifetime of structured education. I use my cell phone too much. I have glasses and I don't like them...but sometimes, I do. I'm indecisive... sometimes. I have a Jeep. I hate those damn "It's a Jeep thing" stickers.I like to look at the sky at night. I like rain, but only when I'm not supposed to be at a baseball game. I'm a hopeless romantic. I've mistakes in life, and I'm glad I did...you live, you learn, y'know? It's senseless and useless to ignore the scars that made you. You're who you are, don't try to change it...embrace it. I'm kind of a dork, but I'm okay with that.
I hate stupid people, and apparantly every stupid person in the world intends on meeting me, haha. For real though, I think it's crazy how some people make it through a day without getting hit by a bus or something. Not all people, but some. Apparantly common sense is an overlooked virtue.
I'm a musician, an artist, and a writer. I've got a band called FallTown....you can check us out at www.falltown.com or www.myspace.com/falltown. You should do that, it'd make me happy. I also work on some solo material, and like to collaborate with other people, but the band is my focus. We've got a lot of good things happening, and we're currently recording an album. You should buy it (when it comes out), I'll love you forever.
What else... (I hate writing about myself, but I'm doing fine so far)... I like to just hang out, play music, laugh, and enjoy life. I guess that's what it's all about anyway, right? (This is where you agree.) I'm passionate about my music and art. And without some of the friends I have, I don't know how I'd make it through. You guys... I love you guys. Anyway, if anyone wants to know anything else, or is interested in the band feel free to contact me. I like gettin' email just like everyone else!
Thanks for stopping by.... leave a message and stuff, comment on a blog or picture or three....whatever. That'd be cool of you. Rock.
Click here to check out my band.
So here's where I'll post some solo demos or ramble to you when I'm too lazy to type. To view all of my posts, click the "Posts" button (next to "Play") on the Podcast box. Kinda makes sense, doesn't it?

My Interests

LOTS of things... music (playing, performing, and writing), good literature, good movies (and bad movies, but only if I'm with good people), meeting new people, driving just to get lost (and sometimes getting lost without trying -- I had a 2 hr+ trip home from DC once...don't ask), hanging with my friends, and prolly a zillion other things I can't think of now since I'm put on the spot.

I'd like to meet:

Everyone!...drop me a line. Especially musicians who want to collaborate...the screen name is Nomad0581 on AIM. Or drop me an email: falltown (at) gmail (dot) com. Rawk.

I'd also like to meet these guys.

Music:

Well, I literally listen to everything. But my main influences are: Butch Walker/the Marvelous 3 (amazing songwriter/singer), SR-71/Mitch Allan (the hometown gang), Daniel Johns (a musical genius), Pink Floyd, David Gilmour (one of the best), Sister Hazel, Vertical Horizon (absolutely underrated), The Calling/Alex Band (great rock/pop tunes that actually say something), Flickerstick, Michael Hedges (RIP), Bon Jovi (shut up -- they fucking rock STILL), Joe Satriani, Paul Gilbert (and everything he's been involved with), Brickfoot (local guys and great friends: www.brickfoot.com), Wes McDonough (also friends: www.wesmcdonough.com), and last but not least Dave Pace: a great friend, great producer, and great musician.

Now that we're done chatting influences, here's some (but nowhere near all) the bands I dig: All of the above influences definately, and theeeen... The Marvelous 3(RIP), Honor Among Thieves (they'll ALWAYS be HAT to me), The Dissociatives, Type O Negative, Poison (yea powerballads), Bon Jovi, Metallica, Silverchair, Ben Folds (and the Five), Billy Joel (best concert evOr), Tonic, Three Days Grace, Mozart, Keith Urban, Bach, Beethoven, Elvis Costello, Sinatra, U2, Aerosmith, Greenwheel, Mars Electric, Mudvayne, Jeff Buckley (RIP), Joe Satriani, Steve Via, Michael Hedges, All-American Rejects, The Beatles, Brian Vander Ark, Bowling for Soup, Victor Wooten, Atreyu, Anberlin, Jimmies Chicken Shack, Laughing Colors (local music reprazent!), Robbie Williams, Garth Brooks, The Verve, Peter Gabriel, Simple Plan, Spinal Tap(but...these go to 11), The Cure, Spineshank, Tears for Fears.. and a shitload more to be honest. But I don't care to type anymore. I love music. All music. Try me.

I'm also the lead vocalist/guitarist in the band FallTown. Check us out in my top friends, or via the link to our YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/falltownmusic

Movies:

Oh lawd, movies now? I could make a list comparable to my "music" list... but I'll list a few of my favorites. 80's movies... I love John Hughes movies... Ferris Buellers Day Off, Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, St. Elmos Fire, Pretty In Pink, (ok, here's movies that arent Hughes movies too, so don't think I'm retarded...), Fight Club (and practically any other Brad Pitt movie -- no, I'm not gay), Office Space, Back to the Future, This is Spinal Tap!, O Brother Where Art Tho?, The Sandlot (from when I was little), Not Another Teen Movie, The New Guy, That Thing You Do! (my cousin had a huge part in that), uhm...what else... Death To Smoochy, American History X, Oceans 11... that's enough for now. Thanks. :-D

Television:

I dig a random variety of TV shows, really. I like "Monk"...cuz I can relate. "The Office" is fantastic; that show never ceases to make me laugh. Other shows I'm into (off the top of my head) include: "Two and a Half Men", "How I Met Your Mother", "The Class", "Beauty and the Geek", "Friends" reruns, "Entourage", and old school cheesy sitcoms. I will refrain from naming any here to avoid looking like a total loser, ha. I also like late nite TV. Letterman (NOT Leno), Conan, and Jon Stewart. I like Comedy Central, and MTV when they actually play music. If there's a band on TV, I'll watch em play. Even if they suck... so I can go "omg, I'm so much better than them!" or if they're great, so I can go "omg, I want to be them!". That's healthy, I'm sure. So yea, in short... TV? Not so much. But still good stuff when I do.

Books:

Authors: Chuck Palahniuk, Augusten Burroughs, John Grisham, James Patterson, Jim Davis, Jay Mohr, Michael Pye, and Chuck Klosterman is the man.... more I can't recall right now. Cuz I'm absent-minded like that.

Heroes:

The Waffler. But really, I dunno. Anyone who influences me in a positive way I can look up to. People who support me and what I do. Musicial heroes are too diverse to list (plus it's a looong list). But my two biggest heroes? Dr. Robert Ancona and Dr. Johnathon Philipson. If you know me, you definately know why....but..here's to living. Werd.

My Blog

A Cool Event, A Great Cause...

check out this organization i've been working with...if you're interested in any additional details, please drop me a line!MUSIC 4 MORE AIMS TO HELP UNDERFUNDED MUSIC PROGRAMS IN SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITI...
Posted by Scott on Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:29:00 PST

This Is Hilarious...

i freaking laughed til i was crying at this, and i'm not super certain why...but i love it: ...
Posted by Scott on Thu, 02 Oct 2008 11:53:00 PST

Some Observations On Life (...And Things I Want To Bitch About)

an update on the mouse situation in coming, but not now.  on to different issues for the time being....the first thing i'd like to bitch about is this (and it's brief):  people who are too ...
Posted by Scott on Wed, 01 Oct 2008 03:46:00 PST

What The Shit? (I Need Some Suggestions Here...)

so i just moved a little less than a week ago (sadly, i'm no longer a harford county resident -- more on that laterish) and i love my new place.  except for one small (not really small) issue:&nb...
Posted by Scott on Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:17:00 PST

Just To Remind Myself...

I've likely posted this before, but it doesn't matter....one of my favorite quotes from one of my favorite people..."In a world that has forever changed in the recent years, we should find the time to...
Posted by Scott on Tue, 23 Sep 2008 01:40:00 PST

This Is Pretty Damn Funny...

Someone at work showed me this, and while we couldn't air it, I feel compelled to share it with you all...let me know what you think!   I was amused....but that doesn't say much, really. ...
Posted by Scott on Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:41:00 PST

friday, september 5th....

just wanted to remind everyone in the world that my band falltown will be performing at rams head live for the first time in the history of the band, and i'm hoping all of you can make it out!the show...
Posted by Scott on Mon, 01 Sep 2008 01:30:00 PST

1983-ish...

i posted a new photo album full of a youthful, innocent scott.  and with terrible clothes.  hey, it was the early 80's and i was like two years old.  cut me a break.go check em out!...
Posted by Scott on Tue, 08 Jul 2008 01:05:00 PST

Some More Camera Phone Photos, Cuz I Know You Love Them So

alright kids, here's a few more photos to continue from my last blog.  enjoy.really?  mobile sharpening...samurai swords?  i didn't realize that this was a huge market.  check that...
Posted by Scott on Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:05:00 PST

So...Yeah. Here’s Why I Enjoy Camera Phones.

if you come to my blog semi-often, you're well aware of the fact that i like to take random pictures of shit with my cell phone camera.  normally i'm out and about at the grocery store, the mall,...
Posted by Scott on Thu, 05 Jun 2008 04:01:00 PST