Scott Henderson Discussion

Matt · Joined: 28 Oct 2015 Posts: 27 Location: London

Hi Scott, was listening to Allan Holdsworth's fantastic playing on Level 42's 'Guaranteed' album and wondering if you've ever also been tempted to take a 'commercial' gig for a while. I seem to recall that you turned Miles down in the late '80s but has there ever been a serious consideration on your part to play with a more 'pop' artist for the experience/money - I'm thinking of the Lionel Richies, Billy Joels or Madonnas of this world, or even the Al Jarreaus!

I'm guessing your answer but would be interesting to get your perspective on this...

Cheers

Matt

Scott Henderson · The Man Joined: 20 May 2004 Posts: 2124

I'd have to like the music, because I'm a terrible actor. In theory, it would be great to make tons of money, but in reality, I'm sure I'd say something rude or roll my eyes at the wrong time and get fired - probably within the first week.

ItAllanLover · Joined: 22 Jun 2006 Posts: 51

Have you heard this cd by Level 42 & Allan we're talking about? Here are two of the best cuts:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Ho9yJFdhIc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcGnO_Sf4M0

How do you consider it?

Scott Henderson · The Man Joined: 20 May 2004 Posts: 2124

I hope Allan was paid a shitload of money to do that gig.

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Kevin Thomas · Joined: 01 Apr 2016 Posts: 154 Location: France

Scott, you said many times that you don't like giving your opinion on other artists. I totally respect that. I really really do.
But... HOW GOOD IT IS TO HEAR THE TRUTH SOMETIMES!