Rock Feed Josey Scott (Ex-Saliva)
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Oct 8, 2025 
Josey Scott, the former lead singer of Saliva, dives deep into his illustrious career and personal journey. He shares the emotional impact of losing his father just before hitting big, the overnight creation of 'Click Click Boom,' and the magic behind 'Hero' for Spider-Man. Josey opens up about stepping away from the band for family and sobriety, his heartbreaking loss of his son, and a dream that reignited his passion for music. He also addresses recent tensions with his former bandmates and teases new solo singles.
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Early Church Roots And Family Support
- Josey Scott started in music playing drums at age five and began singing at nine while performing with his father.
- His father was both preacher and early supporter who even drove the band bus and deeply influenced his career.
How Saliva's Classic Lineup Formed
- Josey assembled Saliva by recruiting Memphis musicians he admired, including Wayne Sweeney and Chris DeBaldo.
- The lineup solidified quickly when Dave Novotny and Paul Crosby joined, forming the classic five-piece band.
Local Momentum Attracted Labels
- Local radio support and grassroots CD consignment sales in Memphis created the momentum that attracted label interest.
- Consistent regional touring and DJ advocacy can make a band stand out to major labels.