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Scott Pryor has had some significant experiences in his life. Through the challenging times, he has applied life principles that have helped him get through. The loss of a son…his time as a Marine and attorney, Scott has persevered through some unfathomable difficulties. Through it all, he has remained resilient and done his best. We can all learn from his journey. “Accomplish the mission. I have a vision for what I want to do and then I set out a strategy and an action plan on how to execute. It won’t be perfect; I won’t be perfect. I always keep in mind the mission when I’m moving forward. Hard work is the foundation of what I do. Being persistent and working hard leads to success.” Scott will be the first to acknowledge his blessings.
In continuing the legacy of sharing his prosperity, Scott and his band Warchild will be performing a pre-Coachella celebration at The Dune Room in Indio on Wednesday, April 8th along with local songstress Lorna Adams and her band while honoring the Coachella Valley-based non-profit Mission Veteran, led by Executive Director and veteran of the U.S. Navy, Edward Robles.
Another aspect of Scott’s approach is to protect his tribe. “Take care of my people. I believe it’s imperative that you take care of your team as best you can. Keep a healthy culture and I make sure my team is taken care of. Always keep your purpose in mind: whether it was the Marines, the courtroom, film, or music, problem solve and do the hard uncomfortable things in service to others.” Admirable traits sustained through demanding times.
As a songwriter, Scott finds it important to focus on the perceived messages he sends to fans. He has a continued desire to edify his supporters. “Music is the universal language of the soul. I don’t want to write about trends or just have hits or empty songs. I want to write and perform to impact people’s lives. I’ve been through a lot and want to help others who are going through tough times. I want people to feel friendship and not be alone. I want people to rise from the ashes and conquer their fear and hurt. I want people to dream and to love again.” Scott speaks from life experience. It’s a reminder that creatives may have a higher prevalence of personal barriers and higher potential for self-realization. Scott expands, “It comes from the place where I used to be, lonely, anxious, doubtful at times, a feeling of despair and hopelessness. Music can move us in a way nothing else can. It’s spiritual.”
Warchild’s most recent release, Trigger of the Sun, is heavy and riff driven. Scott receives satisfaction from all music he writes despite the ‘Rock’ label. “Heavy songs versus ballad-type songs? I love both but am moved by each type of song in a different way. Heavy gets my blood moving through my veins, I love the intensity, the aggression, the drive. It’s more primal. Ballads move me more in an emotional sense and help me reconnect with my heart.”
Scott discusses the parallels between being a Marine and his involvement in the music business. “Both are very challenging. It’s tough and rigorous. It can be mentally draining and uncertain. Your mind plays games with you but you have to take control and push through the pain. Getting on stage is exciting but also challenging.” He further shares the need for a sense of unity. “In addition, the persistent discipline to keep working for the mission is always in play. Identity and teamwork are very similar. I am a Marine, I’m also an artist but both require you working in sync with your team for a mission that is bigger than yourself. I want my fans, my band, and my team to feel they belong to a family that is bigger than us individually.”
Scott’s father was also a musician and early inspiration. “My dad was amazing. He’d sit down at the piano and open up the Honky Tonk and jam out. He was a magnet to others who always connected to his music. People would smile and love the time that he played. He really served others through his music.” If you haven’t already learned, Scott is well-aware of the power of music.
The role of music and music-making in health, wellness and socialization has been shown to improve cognitive abilities, memory, motivation, and mood as well as help manage pain, diminish stress and reduce symptoms of depression. (NAMMFoundation.org). “Music saved my life when I went through losing my son unexpectedly to suicide. I wrote and grieved through my songs. I was able to express and share with others all the challenges and emotions. Most importantly I am able to serve others through music drawn from the deep painful experiences I’ve had. Also, to honor happy experiences that we can’t discount. I look at songs as old and new friends that sit with me no matter where I am or what I’m going through.”
Attendees can expect the building of a rapport with Scott and Warchild during their live show. “It’s about connection, we’re not just a band we’re creating a movement. We love to play hard and have fun. I want people to hang out with us afterwards and share what they enjoyed and learn more about their lives, the good, the bad, and the ugly. We want you to have a great experience, for you to feel better than when you walked in the door.”
Scott and Warchild are grateful for every opportunity to perform live and share their art. He expresses it best. “Just gratitude. We greatly appreciate people taking their time to come out and support us. We will give you everything we’ve got. You’re invited into the Scott Pryor / Warchild family. Now come out so we can all have some fun! And we’re just getting started.”
Learn more about Scott and Warchild here:
https://officialscottpryor.komi
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