SHUGGIE OTIS - INTRODUCING

• shuggie otis: introducing
      (2023, lp, --, music on vinyl) - red vinyl

The "Introducing Shuggie Otis" compilation album that got released about ten years ago, is getting a re-issue on red vinyl on the Music On Vinyl record label.

(Shuggie Otis played bass on FZ's 'Peaches En Regalia' on "Hot Rats".)

NEW ARTHUR BROWN ALBUM TO FEATURE SHUGGIE OTIS

The upcoming Arthur Brown album will be called "Monster's Ball".
https://cleorecs.com/store/shop/arthur-brown-monsters-ball-cd/

The terrifyingly entertaining new studio album from God of Hellfire and theatrical rock icon, Arthur Brown!
This macabre-themed masterpiece finds Brown joined by a murderer's row of talented collaborators including The Stooges' James Williamson, Gong's Steve Hillage, Deep Purple drummer Ian Paice, Vanilla Fudge's Mark Stein, Hawkwind co-founder Nik Turner, R&B superstar Shuggie Otis, and so much more! Includes original tracks co-written with producer Alan Davey as well as superb cover versions and a fantastic update of Brown's signature hit "Fire!"

SHUGGIE OTIS - INTER-FUSION

• shuggie otis: inter-fusion
      (2018, lp, usa, cleopatra)

Is there a more perfect way to start the Zappadan (celebrating the life and music of Frank Zappa from December 4 to December 21)?
At the age of 16 (!!), Shuggie Otis took part in FZ's recording sessions for "Hot Rats"...

"Inter-Fusion" got released in 2018. His previous release as a solo artist dates from 1974: his famous "Inspiration Information" album.

Mostly instrumental, "Inter-Fusion" has this happy vibe. It's soulful and groovy.
Beautiful.

NEW ALBUM BY SHUGGIE OTIS

Music Legend SHUGGIE OTIS Lets His Guitar Take Center Stage On A New Fusion Rock Album INTER-FUSION!

Features drummer Carmine Appice and bassist Tony Franklin!

Los Angeles, CA - Though most known for his soulful songwriting and gentle croon as heard on blockbuster hits such as “Strawberry Letter 23” and “Inspiration Information,” Shuggie Otis has long been held as one of the most innovative and tasteful guitarists to ever pick up the 6-strings, the “heir to Hendrix” as he is often called. A guitar-playing prodigy from an early age, Shuggie performed on stage and in the studio alongside his legendary father, bluesman Johnny Otis. Now, Shuggie has a new project that showcases just how mindblowing he can be on the pearly frets of his gorgeous maroon Gibson SG, an adventurous new fusion rock project called Inter-Fusion. The album consists of mostly instrumental tracks that groove and weave, taking unexpected turns in surprising directions but all anchored by one of the finest rhythm sections imaginable featuring drummer Carmine Appice (of Vanilla Fudge and Beck, Bogert and Appice) and bass player Tony Franklin (of The Firm and Roy Harper). In addition, keyboardist Kyle Hamood (of local L.A. rockers Them Guns) steps in as both a musician and producer of the album bringing the absolute best performances possible out of each player.

Reflecting on the recording process, Appice enthuses “This was one of the wildest sessions I’ve ever done in my career!” while Franklin had high praise for Otis, saying “Shuggie loved to jam, and was very open to everyone's input. He was not afraid to experiment and try new directions and sounds. I think the music sounds very fresh and alive.” Additionally, Hamood summed up his thoughts on this unique experience saying “Watching the songs come together over such a short period of time, and the diversity that each band member brought to the overall sound and vibe was truly magical. It was an honor to work and create with such a talented group of musicians.”

In a behind-the-scenes promotional video, shot by director Vicente Cordero, Shuggie likewise gushes over the project and his fellow collaborators saying in conversation with Cleopatra owner Brian Perera, “Wow! Did you know it was going to be this good? I know how good it is because I’m in the group. But you’ve seen a little bit of it, and I think you know, you feel the excitement, you hear how good these guys are. And they’re really serious, not just some jive cats!”

Inter-Fusion will be available April 20th on both CD, vinyl and on all digital platforms.

Flashback to 1971 !!

SHUGGIE OTIS

Shuggie Otis is touring.

He'll be playing at 'De Casino' in Sint Niklaas (BE) on Sunday, February 28, 2016.

SHUGGIE OTIS' FREEDOM FLIGHT GETS A VINYL RE-RELEASE

Shuggie Otis played bass on Zappa's 'Peaches En Regalia'. His second solo album, "Freedom Flight", is being re-released on the Music On Vinyl label.

SHUGGIE OTIS' FREEDOM FLIGHT ALBUM GETS REPRESSED

Shuggie Otis' 1971 "Freedom Flight" album is getting repressed on 180 g vinyl on the Epic record label.

Shuggie Otis, who performed and recorded with Frank Zappa, was joined by two other former Zappa bandmembers on this album: George Duke and Aynsley Dunbar.