Scott Couch is a longtime Scorpion Artist and the founder and drummer for the Chicago-area band called NightSnake; a Whitesnake tribute. Today is his birthday! So we wanted to catch up with him to see what's been crackin!
But first, a little about Scott.
Born and raised in Chicago, Scott got bit by the drum bug at 11 years old with some sticks and a practice pad. He was influenced to play music by his piano-playing grandfather who performed for Al Capone.
Nightsnake is a conglomerate of friends and local Chicago musicians who all bring their unique and talented musical abilities to the through Nightsnake. Focusing heavily on the 1987 self-titled release; Whitesnake. To spice up the shows and create some setlist "push and pull", they like to incorporate the older Whitesnake records and have an extensive cover catalog that range from Deep Purple, Rainbow with shows from 60 minutes up to 3 hours, Nightsnake enjoys co-billing with other local tribute acts and originals alike to have nostalgic, entertaining and passionate performances.
Q: How did music change you as a person?
A: It is my passion, and I try to play every day.
Q: When did you perform at your first show?
A: July 1977 for Bastille Day in downtown Chicago
Q: What's your favorite thing about your local scene? Least?
A: My favorite is the amount of amazing friends I've made over the years, musicians and fans. My least favorite thing are bad venues, some that are poorly run or just don't seem to care.
Q: What is your favorite part of being in a band?
A: Connection and teamwork
Q: Favorite Road Memory? Story
A: Playing the famous Whiskey a Go Go with Cuttlass!!
Q: What are some specific challenges you've faced being a musician and how did you overcome?
A: Staying in shape and keeping up the endurance for those 3-4 hour nights
Q: What is your favorite part of your drum kit?
A: My Kickdrum (26x16) and my "Steve Ferrone" Pearl snare
Q: Do you have any shows coming up
A:Yes! We're playing at Firewater tonight and Tony D's on Saturday 11/16 with Judas Rising.
Scott plays the Immortal Series 3A Oval 16.5" V Series w/ Venom Grip and signature printing. He also uses ddrum and mapex.