Scott Gordon
I am a singer-songwriter who writes and performs progressive rock and light rock ballads on piano, keyboards and guitar. I sometimes bring in my wife, friends and former bandmembers to assist with my performances, but with busy schedules amongst us, more often than not these are usually solo performances enhanced with MIDI back-up tracks, which provide a beautiful contrast of a live vocal and guitar or piano over a pre-recorded background.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Power (3-member - 70's hard rock covers) 1980-1981
Grady Niblo Band (4-member progressive 70's rock covers) 1981-1983
Pyramid (3-member progressive 70's-80's rock covers) 1983-1984
Pyramid II (4-member progressive 70's-80's rock covers plus some original songs of mine) 1984-1985
Cheap Labor (4-member classic rock band in Seattle WA) 1990
Panarchy (3-member progressive 70's-80's rock covers with several of my original songs performed and recorded) 1987-1993; 2008-present
Scott Gordon (solo performances - light rock favorites and originals) 1989-Present
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
I love to perform live - there is nothing quite like the magic of connecting with an interested audience.
Your musical influences
Kansas, Dan Fogelberg, Todd Rundgren, Styx, Alan Parsons, Genesis(Steve Hackett), Yes(Trevor Horn - Drama), Asia, Creed, The Who, Paul McCartney, Billy Joel, Carole King, Lionel Richie
What equipment do you use?
Powertracks, Carvin, Yamaha, Casio, Roland
Anything else?
I'm here as an artist, trying to take some responsibility for a culture, nation and planet that needs more caring, responsible people in action. I hope you derive enjoyment from my material and hopefully some inspiration. I always appreciate your support, your communication and your efforts to help.
