Scotty's long time music camp friend and NEWSTALK 1290 show host Al Coombs invited Scotty to talk about his experience being a featured anthemnist and recording artist. They talked briefly about their shared childhood history and reminisced about a few things. The interview was very light-hearted and sounded more like two friends just talking together after years of not seeing each other. It was really nice for Scotty to be able to catch up with Al - albeit on the air!
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Lin Parkin from Vox Daily, the official blog for Voices.com contacted Scotty to ask him a series of questions about his experience as an anthem singer, as well as his performance career. The piece was published on the official blog page. A special thanks to everyone at Voices.com for their support of Scotty's career both as an anthemnist and VO performer!
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Metro News columnist Jessica Smith wrote a very nice piece on Scotty as a result of his recent appearance at the Leafs playoff games and it was printed in the Metro News on May 14, 2013.
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Toronto Sun columnist and NEWSTALK 1010 show host Jerry Agar invited Scotty into the studio and have an open and frank discussion about what it was like to have been chosen to sing the national anthems for the Toronto Maple Leafs playoff games, what Scotty's job is in uniform and how he came to becoming an anthem singer in addition to a civilian performer. After the interview, Scotty then performed a live rendition of "Danny Boy" in the NEWSTALK 1010 studio. It was a great segment overall!
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Toronto Sun columnist and NEWSTALK 1010 show host Joe Warmington invited Scotty to come on his show for a second time and talk about what it was like to have been chosen to sing the national anthems for the Toronto Maple Leafs playoff games. He also talked about Scotty's major debut album "Starting Over" and played selections from it.
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Toronto Sun columnist and NEWSTALK 1010 show host Joe Warmington invited Scotty to come on his show and talk about his experiences as a renoun anthemnist as well as a being a recording and performance artist. Scotty and Joe discussed everything from anthem performances to how the transition occured into his modern day music style.
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NEWSTALK 1010 host Jim Richards was discussing the relevance of singing the national anthems at sporting events. Scotty happened to be listening at the time of the broadcast and called in to express his opinion. Jim recognised him instantly as the "Army Singer" and after singing his praises, asked Scotty to perform a little bit of the anthem live on air.
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Nov 15, 2012: CD Review for - Starting Over by The Real Canadian Music Blog
John Phillips from The Real Canadian Music Blog has just posted a very favourable review for "Starting Over".
Please click on the image link to the right to read the article.
Starting Over - released nationally Sep 2012
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Nov 15, 2012: CD Review for - Starting Over by Music Express
Starting Over continues to gain momentum as it reaches new ears across the country. Keith Sharp from The Music Express is the latest to review "Starting Over".
In addition to the article, Music Express has also placed an ad for the album and Scotty's website - which is also very much appreciated.
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Starting Over - released nationally Sep 2012
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Nov 11, 2012: CD Review for - Starting Over by Press + 1
Scotty's new album has been reviewed by a number of individuals since its release in September. Charmaine Elizabeth from Press + 1 posted an incredibly favourable review of the album on the Press + 1 website.
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Starting Over - released nationally Sep 2012
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Sep 19, 2012: First Major Album Starting Over released under Blue Sapphire/DEP Universal Music
After signing a contract with Blue Sapphire/DEP/Universal Musuc, Scotty has released his first major album under the record label. The album "Starting Over" will be available wherever music is sold and features singles previously heard on the radio.
A Nationwide press campaign was launched through Pennant Media and a means of driving traffic generating interest in the album. Click here to can see the full press release.
Scotty is more than happy with this album and he hopes that his new sound will be welcomed by his fans and help to encourage new followers.
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May 25 2012: Record Deal - signed with Blue Sapphire/DEP Universal Music
Scotty is very pleased to have signed a distribution deal with Blue Sapphire/DEP Universal Music. This marks this first involvement Scotty has had with a major label - and he couldn't be happier.
Under the direction of Gerry Young and Jeff Burns, Scotty will be releasing his first major-label album in late summer 2012.
Following 2 successful AC Radio releases, the tracks on the new album with include new songs as well as re-made versions of a number of Scotty's previous tracks.
Stay tuned for more news about the upcoming album release...
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Jan 15, 2011: Scotty's involvement with Crepe Delicious
2010 saw the advent of a new relationship - Scotty and Crepe Delicious. Through the kind referral by Pennant Media Group, Scotty, was teamed up with Crepe Delicious to perform for the opening of various locations in southern Ontario.
It has been an incredible experience for Scotty and he has thoroughly enjoyed his time and partnership with Crepe Delicious. As a continuing arrangement, Scotty will be travelling to British Columbia to take part in the latest franchise location in the Crepe Delicious enterprise.
Scotty and the Crepe Delicious team will be travelling to Port Coquitlam, BC to entertain patrons and mark the grand opening. A news agency in BC has picked up the story and posted an article online.
Nov 11, 2010: Scotty Releases tribute song for Armed Forces
The 11th of November marks the annual ceremony of Remembrance as Canada pays homage and thanks to those countrymen and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom in all armed conflicts overseas. This used to be a way to remember our history - but due to changing world situations and the war in Afghanistan, many of the young people we know are currently serving or have served in recent campaigns. Remembrance Day is no longer just about remembering our past - it is about honouring those who currently serve and continue to fight for our freedom even today.
Because of this important event, Scotty has decided to release his new tribute single "These Are Our Heroes" on November 11th. This song pays homage to the brave men and women have put their lives on the line everyday - some of whom have given their lives in battle.
Please take the time to listen to the song here and read that nationwide press release on this project.
Scotty was approached by cutting edge webzine OTM Webzine to do an interview for their fall issue. Following the interview, there was a photoshoot to compliment the article
The article has been published and is available for review and download here.
Thanks to everyone at OTM for putting together a great piece on Scotty and continuing to promote the Indie music scene in Toronto!
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Apr. 2, 2010: Scotty holds interview on Rogers Daytime
Thanks to the efforts of the team at Pennant Media Group, Scotty was able to secure a spot for interview on the highly successful Rogers Daytime Television program. The program executives were interested to hear about Scotty's career, musical background and learn about his upbringing as a Scarborough naitive and how that helped to shape him into the artist he is today.
The interview was held on April 2 2010. Please check the link to view the interview in its entirety.
Thanks again to Pennant Media Group for all of their efforts and work helping to promote Scotty.
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Mar 8, 2010: Scotty signs Publicity contract with Pennant Media Group
In early March, Scotty signed a publicity contract with Pennant Media Group who will be handling all of Scotty's media details and arranging for appearances. Both Scotty and PMG are very excited to be working together and forming a relationship to help promote his music and allow him to explore new markets within the media realm.
All persons interested in booking Scotty for interviews or other appearances, can contact Kevin Pennant or visit the contact page for more information.
