Biography

From the beaches of Southern California, to the mountains of central Idaho, and now perpetually touring the western states and beyond, Frame Of Mind is a band not to be missed. More than just a band, Frame Of Mind is a concept, whose very limits cannot be defined.

Infusing elements from a wide variety of styles including: funk, rock, reggae, Latin, fusion, psychedelic, blues and more, this all makes for a danceable live music experience that is widely dynamic and diverse.

Interweaving epic songwriting with improvisational exploration; catchy melodies with complex rhythms, thoughtful lyrics with skilled instrumentation, their eclectic sound is best appreciated in their extended musical excursions and percussion breakdowns that highlight the very essence of live music.

Having toured throughout the west successfully, playing more than 250 shows a year for the past 5 years, FOM is quickly climbing the list of must see modern day traveling rock bands. FOM's music is enjoyed by people of all ages and types.

In order to accommodate a wider range of venues Frame Of Mind travels with an acoustic, and an electric set-up. In smaller, more intimate settings the acoustic set is still a high energy performance in a more relaxed atmosphere. The electric set-up is perfect for larger venues and festivals, and is in high demand.

Their love of traveling, meeting new people, and seeing new places, along with their dedication to music are reasons why the band has been successful and able to endure the test of time.

Description of music:

An original blend of Newjam-Rock with a multitude of flavors & styles.

Influences:

Drawing inspiration from classic bands such as: The Grateful Dead, The Allman Bros, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Pink Floyd, Bob Marley and Santana; and contemporary artists like: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Blues Traveler, Jane’s Addiction, Sublime, Widespread Panic, Phish, North Mississippi All-stars, Galactic, Karl Denson, and many more.

Artists:

Josh Scott-Vocals, Keyboards, Harmonica, Flute, Tenor and Alto Saxophones, Percussion, and Acoustic Guitar.

Obie Scott-Vocals, Lead and Rhythm Guitars, Bass, and Percussion.

Nimai Pickup-Vocals, Bass, Guitar, and Percussion.

Ryan Russell-Vocals, Drums, and Percussion.

Frame Of Mind has played at a large number of places with quite a few different bands. Here is a partial list:

Venues:
John’s Alley – Moscow –Idaho Tom Grainey’s – Boise –Idaho Knotty Pine – Victor – Idaho Mangy Moose – Jackson Hole – Wyoming Zephyr Club – Salt Lake City – Utah Tugboat – Steamboat Springs – Colorado The Grotto’s – Aspen – Colorado Herman’s Hideaway – Denver – Colorado Sancho’s Broken Arrow – Denver Colorado Half Moon Saloon – Vail – Colorado Dark Horse – Boulder – Colorado Galaxy Theater – Costa Mesa – California Coach House – San Juan Capistrano – California River Ranch – Tahoe City – California Bear Mtn. – Big Bear – California	Whiskey Jacques – Sun Valley – Idaho Eichardt’s – Sandpoint – Idaho Trap Bar – Grand Targhee – Wyoming Harry O’s – Park City – Utah White Owl – Logan – Utah Double Diamond – Aspen – Colorado The Blue Door – Snowmass – Colorado Quixote’s True Blue – Denver – Colorado The Eldo – Crested Butte – Colorado Trilogy Lounge – Boulder – Colorado Starlight – Fort Collins – Colorado La Salles – Chico – California Truckee Amphitheater – Truckee – California Sherwin’s Folly – Mammoth -California Tamarack Resort – Donnelly – Idaho
Colleges:
University of Southern California – L.A. – California Saddle Back College – Mission Viejo – California	Chico State University – Chico – California Boise State University – Boise – Idaho
Festivals:
Voodoo Festival– New Orleans – Louisiana Moscow Hemp Festival – Moscow – Idaho Eagle Island Experience Festival – Eagle – Idaho San Clemente Street Fair – San Clemente – California	Jerry Fest– Sandpoint – Idaho Moscow Renaissance Fair – Moscow – Idaho Roseberry Folk Festival– Roseberry– Idaho Spring Fling '03 & '04 – Boise – Idaho
Frame of Mind has played shows with:
Soulive The Mother Hips The Doobie Brothers Gov't Mule moe. Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers Willie Waldman Project That One Guy Eric McFadden Trio	Taarka Delta Nove Eleven Eyes Oracle Shack Worms Union Grandpa’s Grass Pawnshop Kings Rocco Delucca Mama’s Cookin’