Andy Scott (guitarist) facts for kids
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Andy Scott
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Scott at Wacken Open Air 2018
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| Birth name | Andrew David Scott |
| Born | 30 June 1949 Wrexham, Wales |
| Genres | Hard rock, glam rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, producer |
| Instruments | Guitar, bass, vocals |
| Years active | 1963–present |
| Associated acts | Sweet The Silverstones The Elastic Band Mayfield's Mule |
Andrew David Scott (born 30 June 1949) is a musician and songwriter from Wales. He is famous for being the lead guitarist and a singer in the glam rock band Sweet. After the death of bassist Steve Priest in 2020, Andy Scott is the only living member of the band's original famous lineup.
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Andy Scott's Musical Journey
Starting Out
Andy Scott was born on 30 June 1949 in Wrexham, North Wales. He began his musical journey playing the bass guitar. His very first concert was in November 1963 with a band called The Rasjaks. He then played with other local bands in Wales.
Later, he switched to playing the guitar. He joined bands like The Saints and The Missing Links. In 1966, he became part of The Silverstone Set. This band won a TV show called Opportunity Knocks five weeks in a row! A big moment for them was opening for Jimi Hendrix in Manchester in 1967.
After The Silverstones broke up, Scott formed The Elastic Band. They recorded an album called Expansions of Life. He also played in the backing band for The Scaffold. Later, he joined Mayfield's Mule, who released several singles.
Joining The Sweet
In 1970, Andy Scott tried out for the band The Sweet. He was one of the last guitarists to audition. The band members, Brian Connolly, Steve Priest, and Mick Tucker, along with their managers, were there.
According to Steve Priest's book, Andy looked a bit messy that day. But when he plugged in his guitar, the band was impressed. They decided he was the right person to join The Sweet.
Solo Music and Producing
In 1975, Andy Scott released his first solo song, "Lady Starlight." He played almost all the instruments on the song himself. He even made a music video for it and appeared on a TV show.
He released more solo songs in the 1980s. One of his songs, "Krugerrands," became a top 10 hit in South Africa. In 1993, a collection of his solo music was released called 30 Years.
Andy also worked as a music producer. He helped other bands record their songs. For example, he produced the album Back to the Drive for the famous singer Suzi Quatro in 2006.
Andy Scott's Sweet
In 1985, Andy Scott and Mick Tucker (another original member of The Sweet) decided to start the band again. They brought in new musicians. This new version of the band eventually became known as "Andy Scott's Sweet."
They continued to perform and release new music. They recorded studio albums and live albums. They also re-recorded some of The Sweet's classic songs.
Other Projects
In 2010, Andy Scott appeared in TV commercials for an insurance company in the UK. The adverts used some of The Sweet's popular songs.
He also helped organize a charity concert series called Rock Against Cancer. These concerts raise money for a good cause. Famous musicians like Brian May have performed at these events. Andy still plays an active role in these concerts.
Since the death of Steve Priest in 2020, Andy Scott is the last living member of The Sweet's original famous lineup.
About Andy Scott
Andy Scott lives in a converted barn in All Cannings, England.
In 2009, Andy was diagnosed with prostate cancer. After receiving treatment, he went into remission, meaning the cancer was under control.
Discography
With Sweet
As Andy Scott
Albums
- Thirty Years: The Andy Scott Solo Singles (1993; Repertoire Records)
Singles
- "Lady Starlight" / "Where D'Ya Go" (1975; RCA)
- "Krugerrands" / "Face" (1984; Statik)
- "Let Her Dance" / "Suck It And See" (1984; Statik)
- "Invisible" / "Never Too Young" (1984; Statik)
With Ladders
Singles
- "Gotta See Jane" / "Krugerrands" (1983; Statik/Virgin)
With Andy Scott's Sweet
(Starting from 2000, the band was known simply as "Sweet" again)
Singles
- "X-Ray Specs" (1991; SPV)
- "Stand Up" (1992; SPV)
- "Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again" (1992; SPV)
- "Do It All Over Again" (2002; Delicious Records)
- "Join Together" (2011; digital release)
- "Let It Snow" (2011; digital release)
Albums
- Studio
- "A" (1992; SPV)
- The Answer (1995; SPV)
- Dangerous Game (1997; Chinebridge)
- Chronology (2002; Delicious)
- Sweetlife (2002; Delicious)
- New York Connection (2012)
- The Hits (2012)
- Full Circle (2024)
- Live
- Live at the Marquee (1989; SPV/Maze)
- Alive and Giggin'! (1995; Pseudonym)
- Glitz, Blitz & Hitz (1996; CNR)
- Sweet Fanny Adams Revisited (2012)
- Desolation Boulevard Revisited (2012)
See Also
In Spanish: Andy Scott para niños
