To the families of BERNIE MACK AND ISAAC HAYES.......WOW....So sudden, so unexpected.We Just "filmed" together in "SOUL MEN". UNBELIEVABLE......I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that the prayers and love from a lot of people, friends and fans alike, go out to you. You are not mourning alone.Thank you for sharing these two AMAZING TALENTS and SOULS with us. They will NEVER be forgotten.
Harvey Scales has written some of the biggest songs of the decade, recorded by some of the hottest names, such as Grammy-winning "Disco Lady" sung by Johnnie Taylor, and "Once is Not Enough" sung by the O'Jays. His latest hit singles, "Spend the Night Forever" and "Single Girls", promise to be the biggest hits of all time.
He is one of the hardest-working entertainers in the business today. He turned the songwriting world upside-down when He wrote the grammy-winning hit, "Disco Lady", the most popular song recorded by Johnny Taylor. HE has also written smash hits for the Ojays, the Dramatics, M.C. Hammer, Biz Markie, Jessie James, Marilyn McCoo, C.L. Smooth, and Pete Rock, to name a few. He’s also written for some of the most recent of flourishing artists, such as Jay Z's protege Beanie Sigel's hit song "Mom's Prayin" on his new album, "The Reason".
Harvey is busy promoting his blues album, "Somebody Else's Somebody", certain to be a hot, stirring soul CD. Currently, Harvey is putting the wraps on another album, his brand new soul gem titled, "Keep it on the Hush Hush!".
In 2001, Harvey and his band, "The Seven Sounds" played for the Milwaukee Bucks and the Philadelphia 76er's at the Milwaukee Bradley Center, an event that rocked the city and left a memorable impression among our admiring fans. He possesses a style not often seen in the industry, that show his confidence, drive, and his dedication to delivering great music that his audience both wants and appreciates.
By balancing both sides as he’s well proven able to, He has become a very unique and sought-after entertainer.
2009 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
Current mood: triumphant
Independent Press Release
by B. Meyer-Spidell
Harvey Scales, proud of his roots in Milwaukee Wisconsin, returned home, where some of his family still remain, to accept the States highest musical accolade. The Wisconsin Area Music Industry, or WAMI, awarded Harvey Scales with A Lifetime Achievement Award in April 2009, pre performance.
The room was jam-packed with Milwaukee World Festival superstars, who then boogied to Harvey Scales groove and that of his incredible backing band, Soul Food. Musical friends got up on stage and danced, including Tribute Performer and Personality Mark Shurilla who has done a Buddy Holly/Big Bopper/ Richie Valens Tribute act for almost 50 years and was featured as himself in world award winning movie Song Sung Blue, and was among those who got down on this memorable night, attended by hundreds of musicians truly in the know.
Milwaukee is home to The World's Largest Music Festival, according to The Book of World Records, and the honor bestowed on this living legend carries the highest credibility and level of recognition in a town known through out the world for 11 days a year, as The Place to Be-- at THE BIG GIG. Some of Scales colleagues previously recognized by WAMI, from Wisconsin are: Les Paul, Liberace, and Bob Kames.
Vic Thomas, a Summerfest Official, presented the award to Scales , and is known to be a longtime friend and associate. Thomas, a main booker at Summerfest, was seen sharing toasts with Scales and former Seven Sounds Band Manager and Upright Bassist 'Miss' Lee, Tribute Singer Marlavous Marla, John Callarco of Blue Man Group, Xeno formerly of Cheap Trick and Bad Boy with Steve Grimm, and Scales son and daughter.
Many of the performers, in the running for a WAMI, crowded around Scales in their attempt to capture their image with The Legend, who is known for his humble and friendly down home, approachable attitude. Others crowded near him to discuss business, and turn deals on a night froth with energy and excitement, celebrity style, and in a town that has produced so many made famous.
youtube video of Scales Performance link found here:
Harvey Scales Performs for WAMI Winners in Milwaukee
Link to Harvey Scales Video performance at a music festival ; http://www.dr-love.com/musicfest/2newHarveyVideo.html
Harvey Scales on Chic-a-Go-Go
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HEY HARVEY ! HOPE YER DOING WELL...I'M STILL WAITING FOR YOUR C.D.'S TO ARRIVE IN THE MAIL...HOPEFULLY WE CAN PLAY MUSIC TOGETHER SOMEDAY...STAY GOLDEN KIND SIR!!!
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Dig Deeper this coming Saturday 25 October with Milkwaukee soul and funk legend Harvey Scales flying in for his first performance in NYC in over 20 years, backed by the Sweet Divines and the Divine Soul Rhythm Band!
$10 advance will call tickets still available via our myspace page - click the blue "Buy Tickets" button - save money, and don't get left out in the cold if it sells out. Tickets will be $15 at the door. Hope to see you there!
Dig Deeper this coming Saturday 25 October with Milkwaukee soul and funk legend Harvey Scales flying in for his first performance in NYC in over 20 years, backed by the Sweet Divines and the Divine Soul Rhythm Band!
$10 advance will call tickets still available via our myspace page - click the blue "Buy Tickets" button - save money, and don't get left out in the cold if it sells out. Tickets will be $15 at the door. Hope to see you there!
