Jamie Scott

Jamie Scott
Born 12 February 1984 (1984-02-12) (age 28)
Genres Indie, acoustic, alternative, rock, folk
Years active 2002–present
Labels Sony BMG, Polydor, Capitol
Website www.jamiescottandthetown.com

Jamie Scott (born 12 February 1984) is a British singer, songwriter and producer. He writes and produces his music under the names "Jamie Scott" and "J.S. Baylin"[1] and was the singer and writer behind the band Jamie Scott and the Town. His music is heavily influenced by 1970s artists like Cat Stevens and James Taylor, and also by neo-soul artists like D'Angelo. He has appeared in Step Up, where he sang on a song on the soundtrack. Scott currently lives in Los Angeles where he is working on his latest collaboration Graffiti6 and also writes and produces for other artists.

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Biography

Early life

Scott started playing guitar and piano at age seven. He grew up listening to his parents’ classic albums, and was influenced by artists like Stevie Wonder and Donny Hathaway. Inspired by singer/songwriters Simon & Garfunkel, Jamie Scott formed a duo in college and played acoustic shows in London. During this time, a dying aunt bought him a new piano. For the next three years, Jamie Scott spent his time playing records and writing music.

Music career

According to his website, Scott never listened to popular, contemporary music while he was growing up.[2] Jamie started his musical career by pursuing a publishing deal for music written for someone else to sing. When Jamie Scott sent his demo tape to publishers, they responded that they liked his voice and wanted Jamie to sing the songs for himself. Because of this, Jamie Scott signed a contract with Sony Music in 2002. He then teamed up with producer Toby Smith, a former keyboardist from Jamiroquai, to work on his full-length album. As he was working on this album, Jamie Scott played solo shows with only his acoustic guitar. He then played a Blues & Soul magazine tour. Following this, he performed with artists such as Alicia Keys, Ryan Adams, Carleen Anderson, Gabrielle, Kelly Clarkson, Mario Winans, and Ginuwine.[3]

Scott writes music on his guitar and piano, and always starts with the song first. He insists that he cannot write in a format specifically to get onto the radio. Jamie Scott’s songwriting is a way for him to make sense of life and relationships. The lyrics for his song, “Just” were inspired by The Prophet by Khalil Gibran. According to his website, the song, “Searching,” is about trying to make it in the record industry and not listening to people who try to bring you down. But it could also apply to any situation where you lack confidence, but are trying to appear strong.

Scott’s full-length album, then titled “Soul Searching,” was scheduled to be out in early 2005. However, due to the merger between Sony and BMG, production got delayed. His newest song, “Made,” is on the soundtrack to the motion picture Step Up.[4] Jamie Scott performs the song in the film, and he also has a brief part as the character, Colin.[5] He also plays guitar while Drew Sidora is performing “Til the Dawn.”

Scott is currently working with music producer Tommy D, under the name Graffiti6.[6] The duo's song "Stare into the Sun" been used by The Sun newspaper as part of the "Seize the summer" advertising campaign and also in the Dutch commercial for Wieckse beer. In late 2011 the colabiration found early success with their music being used on a few big tv shows inculding Greys Anatomy, CSI New York, Covert Affairs. The pair have now signed 'Colours' to Capitol Records in the US. The album will be released in early 2012.

Scott also writes and produces for other artists including Enrique Iglesias, JLS, One Direction, Nicole Scherzinger, Michael Kiwanuka

He also features in Example's single, Millionaires.

Business

Scott is co- founder of Big Shy Entertainment which looks after Graffiti6, Jamie Scott, Squires(producer), and singer songwiter Nick Hartman. Scott also owns publishing company Big Shy Publishing

Discography

Albums

Additional tracks

  1. "Made" (Step Up soundtrack)—2006
  2. "Olivia" (Available on the "When Will I See Your Face Again" CD single)—2007
  3. "Smile" (Available on the "Standing in the Rain" CD single)—2008
  4. "Bleeding Love" (Available on the "Standing in the Rain" CD single)—2008
  5. "Valerie" (Available on the "Standing in the Rain" CD single)—2008
  6. "I Miss You" (Available on Belgium iTunes Music Download Store)—2008

Singles

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Songwriting

Production

Filmography

References

  1. ^ "J. S. Baylin at ARTISTdirect.com - Free J. S. Baylin Music Videos, Downloads, News, Biography, MP3, Lyrics and More". Artistdirect.com. http://www.artistdirect.com/artist/j-s-baylin/4682106. Retrieved 2011-11-19. 
  2. ^ "Jamie Scott's Official Website". Jamie-scott.com. 1984-02-12. http://www.jamie-scott.com. Retrieved 2011-11-19. 
  3. ^ his website
  4. ^ Step Up (2006) - Soundtracks
  5. ^ Step Up (2006) - Full cast and crew
  6. ^ [1]
  7. ^ Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19th ed.). London: Guinness World Records Limited. p. 485. ISBN 1-904994-10-5. 

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