The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter Scottie B: Pioneering Baltimore Club Music with Unruly Records
Welcome to an electrifying episode of "The Truth in This Art" featuring Scottie B, co-founder of the iconic Baltimore club label Unruly Records. Join host Rob Lee as he delves into the influential role Scottie B played in the rise of Baltimore Club music and the legacy of Unruly Records.
DJ Scottie B is a co-founder of Unruly Records and a pioneer of Baltimore club music. He has been DJing since the late 1970s and has played at various venues in Baltimore, including Godfrey's and Fantasies. Scottie B is known for his energetic DJ sets and his contributions to the club music genre.
In this episode, we explore:
- The history and significance of Unruly Records as the home of Baltimore Club since 1994, owned and operated by Scottie B and Shawn Caesar.
- The essence of Baltimore Club music and its unique blend of Baltimore's brand, the foundation of club culture, and the artistic passion that drives the genre.
- Unruly Records' contributions to the music scene, including their exploration of deep house and hip-hop genres.
- An exciting glimpse into upcoming releases from Unruly Records spanning various genres.
In this episode, Scottie B shares his background in being a disc jockey, the origins of Baltimore club music, and the impact of the genre on the Baltimore music scene. Scottie B emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself as a DJ and playing music that one enjoys. He also reflects on his favorite venue to play music, Godfrey's, and the success he experienced there. The episode concludes with Scottie B expressing his love for DJing and the thrill of connecting with the crowd through music.
Join us as we uncover the captivating story of Scottie B and Unruly Records, celebrating their groundbreaking contributions to Baltimore Club music and their ongoing impact on the music industry.
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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:
- Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
- Edited by Daniel Alexis
- Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor
Photos:
- Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
- Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.
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