About Me

I’ve been a singer and songwriter my whole life. I started young, accompanying my mom to commercial studios to sing radio jingles, and writing songs with my dad by the time I was six. Later, I spent 15 years touring throughout the U.S. and Europe as a singing drummer, performing with pioneers of the blues tradition, including Hubert Sumlin and Jody Williams.

Experience

In 2014, I signed a Roc Nation publishing deal and began writing in major label song camps. I’ve since been nominated for a Polaris Prize and a Juno Award, won two Western Canadian Music Awards, and released four albums, including my latest record, Ok, Love You, Bye. I also created Don’t Sweat the Technique, a vocal, songwriting, and recording workshop, and I regularly teach masterclasses at recording schools such as SAE Institute.

Approach

I hold a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Jazz from Vancouver Island University, and my work as a teacher is shaped by years of study in voice, songwriting, drums, and record production. I draw from somatic practice, philosophy, and a strong foundation in music theory, always with care and respect for the traditions of blues, jazz, soul, gospel, country, roots, and rock. These sessions are grounded in trust, play, accountability, and rhythm. More than anything, I believe rhythm is one of the most powerful and underexplored tools for unlocking voice, expression, and artistry.

SEE SCOTTY'S FULL CV

The Studio

My studio is a space for singers, songwriters, and artists to make recordings that feel honest, musical, and fully their own. Located in Vancouver’s Coal Harbour, I designed this room from the ground up to be an inspiring place to record vocals, guitars, drums, and more. I built the acoustic treatment myself and created a space that feels both cozy and acoustically controlled, well suited for vocal sessions, demos, and full productions on a range of budgets.

I’ve spent years deepening my craft in recording, production, songwriting, and performance. From major label writing camps through a Roc Nation publishing deal, to releasing my own albums and working in a wide range of musical settings, I bring both professional experience and an artist’s instinct to the studio. I’ve also worked on projects with notable producers including Illangelo, Deputy, and Jerrod Bettis, alongside independent artists at all levels of experience.

I grew up in studios from the time I was learning to talk, and I’ve always loved the process of helping artists bring their material to life. I care about making records that feel strong, expressive, and true, while also working within the real-world needs of time and budget.

My approach is rooted in rhythm, deep listening, arrangement, and feel. I care as much about character and emotional weight as I do about technical quality. Whether we’re building something from scratch or capturing a great live moment, the aim is to make something that feels alive and worth returning to.

BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION/MINI LESSON