Scott Ottaway

For the first time in a year, The Pocket Gods (Mark, Noel and myself) got together and rehearsed for our showcase gig which is this Monday 11th November at The Social In London. Titled Nub at The Social, there will…

I must admit I do like gold on a black background and my new logo has taken me by surprise. Designed by my talented wife Sam.

Look out soon for some new and exciting merchandise....

On 31st October, I signed an extension to my contract with Liberty Drums. This is a rolling contract and after 3 years with Liberty drums, both Andrew Street and myself were more than happy to agree an extension.

I have…

On Thursday 24th till Saturday 26th October, I was once again filling in for Pedro at Trecco Bay, Wales.

The 3 night stay saw me doing 5 band sets and 1 trooper show. The show was called Regal and has…

At very short notice I was asked by Joe from The Trems if I could dep for them on a few shows.

Their drummer Phil would be taking some time out to look after his wife. She needed an operation…

Up to 2009, I was in a Slade  and Glam rock tribute called, Slyde.

Early August, lead singer Thatch called me and asked if I could fill in for 2 dates, 30th August and 7th September

I was honoured to…

On Friday 6th September, I once again filled in on drums for The Miracle Cure band for a wedding in Reading.

It was another great night of Irish music and following the fiddler.

I won't lie, I really love these…

Drum Cover. Journey. Don't Stop Believin'

I love this song and Steve Smith as a drummer.

Last year I did a dep gig and had to learn it. It was only then I realised how complicated it is.

This year…

Brian May & Roger Taylor have decided to redo 3 Queen videos with members of the public.

For musicians, its Bohemian Rhapsody.

You had to film yourself miming to your favourite part.

I did this and submitted it, but I…

On Saturday 3rd August, I was once again a dep for The Mix band.

I played with them at Bistro Live, Leicester last year and this time it was closer to home in Milton Keynes.

Another great night was had…

On Friday 2nd August, I was once again asked to dep at Trecco Bay for the resident band, City Limits.

Their drummer is also a sound engineer, so gets called up for theatre shows.

As this was just a one…

You wait for ages, then 2 covers come along at once.

This time its ELO and mr Blue Sky.

A song I have always loved, but never played live until a recent departure gig where it was on the set…