The Gospel according To Scott H. Biram
Scott H. Biram
W/The Hooten Hallers, and Amy Robbins
Thursday, February 8
Will’s Pub, Orlando, Florida
Scott H. Biram is a legend. Not just for being a one man band, but for the songwriting. And his live shows reflect the 
internal turmoil of the artist. With a damn near full house on a Thursday, the crowd at Will’s was eager and receptive.
Biram doesn’t seem too concerned with who likes him, or his music. When he took the stage, he was true to his muse, and the songs revealed themselves unhurriedly, the way the best stories always do.
His sound was rich and full, as he managed to fill the space with only his guitar and voice. Unrepentant, and rife with sin, the characters who inhabit his songs ache with loss, bodies worn out from work or bad luck, and hope can be as much a handicap as addiction. Alternating between exquisite vintage acoustic Gibson’s and electric guitars for his live show, Biram served up his weary, whiskey soaked view of the world. And seemed pleased to be surrounded by folks who understand, or at the very least empathize with him.
The Hooten Hallers, a two piece from Columbia, Missouri, who were performing as a trio, delivered a memorable set
of Americana. Core members, John Randall (Guitar and vocals), Andy Rehm, (Drums and vocals), were joined by Kellie Everett on Baritone & Bass Saxophones. Everett’s presence added depth and warmth to their songs and performance. Songs like “Leave Me Alone,” and “Hard to Trust you Baby,” offer a view to a sordid side of life. Theirs was a nervy set. Definitely a set worth catching.
Amy Robbins returned to Will’s Pub and continues to show depth and soulfulness in her performance and songwriting. Accompanied by a bassist and percussionist, Robbins is instantly likable and engaging.
