Steve Scorfina's Profile |
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Hail, Hail, Rock' n Roll! Long Live Rock and Roll! |
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| Location: | St. Louis Hounds, |
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| Last Login: | Jun 29, 2008 (105 days back) |
About Me |
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Steve Scorfina is indeed one of the great guitar soloists to come out of the Midwest, USA. Scorfina garnered the same esteem and prestige as the great players of his time. Although he never reached the same pinnacle of fame as many of his peers, Scorfina still forged a respectable body of work and won the devotion of a sizeable number of rock fans around the world. The thing that sets him apart is his unique style and guitar sound. Steve Scorfina can not be pegged in just any genre of music and is definately a feel based musician spanning four decades. Born Dec. 16, 1949, In St. Louis he debuted as a Mississippi Bluesy lead guitarist influence by the Blues greats Muddy Waters, Albert King, BB King & Ike Turner. Scorfina has been involved with many major rock artist to come out of the midwest in the last 40 years. Starting off way back in the early 1960's playing with Michael Mcdonald (Doobie Brothers) in a band called The Majestics. Then in 1965, reelin' and a rockin' with the St. Louis's own legendary Good Feelin'. Cutting his teeth Scorfina has made his name early within midwestern Rock scene as a founding member of REO SPEEDWAGON in 1969. Writing thier first single (Gypsy Womans Passion). Only to leave to become a CBS recording artist with THE St. LOUIS K-SHE Classic favorite - and St. Louis's own - PAVLOV'S DOG. In Pavlov's Dog he penned some of their most memorable Progressive Rock songs from the era (Natchez Trace, Late November, and Mersy) which debut on the simoustaniously on ABC and CBS Records in 1974. In the Spoon River Band he appeared as a regular at Berry Park (Chuck Berry's farm). Then in late 1970's he moved to L.A and was signed with CBS recording artist Gulliver in 1980. He partnered up with David Caron, The Buck Bros. and Tom Nickeson and laid down his signature riffs on Carons song "We're All Clones" Later to be covered By Alice Cooper & The Smashing Pumpkins. After returning to the midwest in 1982 Scorfina joined forces with midwest's legendary lead guitarist & songwriter Mike Somerville formerly from HEAD EAST to form the Somerville-Scorfina Project which K-SHE95 pick up on Volume II of the K-SHE Seeds albums. In the 90's he raised his family and released his solo debut Polychrome Lovesongs 1998. On June 27, 2004 Stephen reunited with the closest to original lineup of Pavlovs Dog for their Reunion since thier debut album Pampered Menial. Pavlov's Dog packed the house with a sold out concert and raised over $148,000 for the Make A Wish Foundation. A year later, Scorfina's material on the CBS recording of Pampered Menial ranked 27th next to Queen in the top Progressive Rock albums to date, according to Progression Magazine. (Check out his blog 2005 MoJo Music) SOME MAY SAY IN DOG YEARS I'M DEAD... BUT ROCK N ROLL NEVER DIES! LAST WARRIOR'S SONG 2nd movement of the Spirit Sonata from the solo CD Polychrome Lovesongs I am brave I am strong I can make it on my own In a world where the stong survive I'll be standing all alone An icy wind down a trail of tears That turns our hearts to stone Shadows fall on my leathered skin While my spirit flies alone Through the lies of ice blue eyes The truth could not be found Until the breathe inside our souls Was scattered on the ground I will dance the life of a warrior's cry In this sacred trance Let my spirit rise Stephen Michael Scorfina ©1995 check out my new clip of a new song called "ANGELINE" © 2007 Currently working on four musical projects. 1. [Old Dog, New Trick Sessions©]: A collaboration with Pavlov's Dog Tommy Nickerson & myself Steve Scorfina, which will unveil the Conditioned Response and Progressive Rock Sound of Pavlov's Dog. Since our Prognosis, we have recreated the Cult Pavlovian Sound that cuts through the art rock/ballad genre. 2. [Upcoming Dog Trax©] The Scorfina Recording Group: [Steve Scorfina and The St. Louis Hounds] Friends include Micheal Canning (Vocals & Bass), Sam Schmidt (Drums), Philip Montgomery aka. Philmo (Vocals & Guitar) and Myself Steve Scorfina (Vocals, Guitar, Steel Guitar, Piano) Levey on (Harmonica). 3. Collaboration with Mike Somerville - The Somerville Scorfina Project © 4. A forthcoming Solo Project with Mike Mohan (engineer) at his Lost Well Studio in the Style of Polycrome Love Songs. Coming Soon "Dog Trax" © 2007 Band History Mike and the Majestics Members: Michael McDonald, Pat Molloy, Bob Bortz, Steve Scorfina The Good Feelin' Members: Pat Molloy, Bob Bortz, Steve Burns, John Whitecamp, Steve Scorfina Rocksalt Members: Pat Molloy, Bob Bortz, Steve Scorfina Cyro Flashcat Members: David Hamilton, Rob Sander, Steve Fairchild, Connie Fairchild, Gordan Bland, Steve Scorfina REO Speedwagon Members: Neil Doughty, Terry Luttrel, Gregg Philbin, Alan Gratzer, Steve Scorfina Sunday Members: Harry Washburn, Howard Reader, Bob Bortz, Daina Walden, Steve Scorfina The Spoon River Band Members: Micheal O'Hara, Faith O'Hara, Rick Corral, Dave Terrata, Connie Fairchild, Janice Woodard, Steve Scorfina Pavlov's Dog Members: Sigfried Carver, David Surkamp, Rick Stockton, David Hamilton, Doug Rayburn, Mike Safron, Steve Scorfina & Tommy Nickeson Gulliver Members: David Caron, Dana Buck, David Buck, Tommy Nickeson, Steve Scorfina Somerville Scorfina Project Members: Mike Somerville, Jimmy Miller, Tony Supudo, Mike Safron, Jeff Beckner, Tommy Nickeson, Steve Scorfina Check out: http://www.head-east.com/somerville-scorfina.html 2007 Scorfina and the St. Louis Hellhounds Members: Michael Canning, Sam Schmidt, Stephen Scorfina (updates on this section coming soon there are many more to add) |
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Music:Member Since: 2/17/2007Band Members: Copy this code to your website to display this banner! In the 21st century Scorfina has come full circle and with his music that has always been feel based. He's the real timeless American Roots feel good music from the soul, to rock n roll your soul. So catch the synergy of the smokin', raw live sound of his upcoming CD Dog Trax. Scorfina as the frontman - (Vocals, Guitar, Steel Guitar, Piano & Harmonica) surrounds himself with Top Dog Musicians -Micheal Canning (Vocals & Bass), Samuel L. Schmidt (Drums) with Special Guest Philip Montgomery aka. Philmo (vocals & guitar) & Levey on the Blues Harp. Scorfina will give fans a touch of the old bombast Pavlov Dog's Natchez Trace amonst his other and newest original tunes. Follow the leader of the pack!! Scorfina's DOG TRAX coming soon!! Dog Trax will rock your soul. This group comands attention and is definately Buzzworthy! Scorfina & The St. Louis Hounds Stephen Scorfina (Guitar/Vocals) Michael Canning (Bass/Vocals) Sam Schmidt (Drums) Philip Montgomery aka "Philmo" (Guitar, Vocals) Levey on the Blues Harp! Influences: Micheal McDonald Muddy Waters John Hartford The Left Bank Chuck Berry Johnny Cash Ike Turner Albert King Beatles Bob Dylan Rolling Stones Bill Dennis Ray Schultze Elvis Yardbirds Roy Orbison .. Sounds Like: Rock n Roll your Soul!! Join in & add a fan pic to Stephen Scorfina's World Map. Shout out & comment about Stephen Scorfina's music!! Thanks to Nella for sharing!! 1975 CBS Recording of Pavlov's Dog - As always a timeless piece of music! TIMELESS - The music of Pavlov's Dog 1975 CBS Recording Artist in the 21st Century - Thank you to the director Xenia Kalaitzidou for putting our music to video and thanks to Jakubka for sharing!!! Late November - Pampered Menial - Pavlov's Dog 1975 Natchez Trace - Pampered Menial - Pavlov's Dog - 1976 Record Label: Exotic Bird Records Type of Label: Indie |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Classic Rock / Blues / Progressive) |
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My Blog |
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Review of the Charlack Pub by Mike Di Munzio |
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| On Saturday the 14, I saw Steve Scorfina and The Hellhounds rock out The Charlack Pub in St. Louis! The opening act, Hardtail, features Steve Peecher on drums, a bass player full of energy and ... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:48:00 PST |
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The Jon Scorfina Radio Show - Pavlovs Dog - The St. Louis Hounds Great - American Music |
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| ... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Sat, 14 Jun 2008 12:55:00 PST |
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Digital Downloads available on ebay search steve scorfina |
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| Zaffir Antiques and Decorative Arts Polychrome Love Songs 1. Along For The Ride 2. TKO 2-Nite 3. Mersy 4. Stone Cold Sober 5. Blowin’ Out of Memphis 6. Hurricane Blues 7. Moontide Sunrise 8. Car... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Fri, 28 Mar 2008 09:12:00 PST |
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Pavlovs Dog Bios for Reunion Show June 2004 |
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| Hey All Dog Fans,
On June 27, 2004 I reunited with the closest to original lineup of Pavlovs Dog for their Reunion since our debut album Pampered Menial in 1974. Thirty years later, Pavlov's... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Thu, 28 Feb 2008 09:47:00 PST |
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Story inspired by a pic sent from my friend JAKUBKA |
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| I LOVE THIS PICTURE sent by my friend JAKUBKA, When I was 17 years old I headed west on Route 66 from St. Louis to LA's music scene for the first time. When I reached Arizona, somewhere just past th... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Mon, 18 Feb 2008 08:39:00 PST |
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PAVLOVS DOG AND THE CONDITION REFLEX SOUL REVUE AND CONCERT CHOIR |
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| A 1992 Article & Interview with Lead Guitarist Steve Scorfina of Pavlov's Dog
PAVLOV'S DOG AND THE CONDITION REFLEX SOUL REVUE AND CONCERT CHOIR - Written by Mick Dillingham. May 1992
The ... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Tue, 15 Jan 2008 09:44:00 PST |
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Chance encounter with St. Louis Blues Legend Henry Townsend |
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| Chance Encounter with the Last of the Delta Bluesmen - Legendary St. Louis Bluesman Henry Townsend aka. Mule
Me and my girlfriend Kathleen buy and sell antiques. We spend a lot of... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Mon, 31 Dec 2007 11:11:00 PST |
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1st influencial contact with Ike Turner |
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| 1st Influencial contact with Ike Turner The early years of the St.Louis Rock and Roll Scene through my eyes.I was a shy introverted 13 year old kid in 1963. Until one Sunday, I saw Elvis on the Ed Sul... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Wed, 28 Feb 2007 01:27:00 PST |
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KSHE95 40th Birthday |
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| HAPPY 4OTH BIRTHDAY KSHE95
KSHE95 has been intertwined in my history as a musician from the St. Louis area. Since the early days & KSHE radio's inception in 1967, I grew up with KSHE during my fo... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Sun, 11 Nov 2007 06:20:00 PST |
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Along For The Ride - Steve Scorfina Saving Babies Together with the March of Dimes |
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| Celebrating the 12th annual fundraiser for the March of DimesFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SOME MAY SAY IN DOG YEARS I'M DEAD...
BUT ROCK N ROLL NEVER DIES...
AND I'M ALONG FOR THE RIDE - SCORFINA... Posted by Steve Scorfina on Thu, 06 Sep 2007 08:34:00 PST |
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