A bit about Scott Kirby
In the fall of 2009, Scott Kirby was selected 1st runner up in the Big Top Chautauqua songwriter's contest. He has opened up for Suzanne Vega and J.L.Stiles. He has shared a stage with Sean Kelly of The Samples. He Frequently Backs up the Legendary Tuck Pence. One summer, over the course of 3 months, Kirby performed 120 shows. He's played with numerous bands- minor setback, Michael J Thorten Blues trio, Mud Creek String Band, 2nd Guess, Outta Control, Fantastik Planet, Roadkill Express, Rythm Clams,Brassworks, The Ghosts of Swinetown, the shotgun blues band, Back to the future, juniors house band,VBD, Benny and the Jets. Contagious Remedy, Scott Kirby Band. Apple love music; Kirby's independent label, has helped him to release 3 albums to date. "Apple Love", "good morning jo" and "the b tapes vol 1". Apple Love music Also Co-Produced "Hotel Fenlon" a 9 track album for the Ghosts Of Swinetown.
Northwoods Resident Scott Kirby crafts poetry and melody into an undeniably original sound. Kirby delivers haunting lyrics, exquisite guitar playing and a supple voice. With influences ranging from Ray Charles to John Mellencamp, one reviewer said," it's alternative rock meets Bluegrass.