Scott Shields (musician)
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Scott Shields is a Scottish
musician
and record producer
, best known as a member of Joe Strummer
's backing band The Mescaleros
.
, in which he was the drummer
. Following the departure of Baby Stafford
from Gun, Shields joined up with his former bandmate as drummer and producer for Stafford's new band, 'Raindog'. Due to the existence of another band of the same name and because they did not like the name, the decision was made to adopt the moniker 'Baby Stafford' instead. The band went on to release an EP entitled Paper Love Maker
in 1994, with Shields as producer. Shields and Stafford were both members of the band 'Breaker' during 1997-8. In the mid 1990s Shields formed 'Bond', in which he joined forces with Martin Slattery
. In early 1999 he joined Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros, originally on bass
and later as a guitarist. Shields was with The Mescaleros until Joe Strummer
's death in December 2002. He co-wrote numerous songs on Global a Go-Go
and Streetcore
. Shields also co-produced both albums with Martin Slattery
, before going on to produce albums for Paul Heaton
(The Beautiful South
), The Miniatures
and The Marble Index
.
s, including Mike Bassett: England Manager
, Bend It Like Beckham
, Mr. & Mrs. Smith
, Black Hawk Down, Hannibal Rising
, Gypsy Woman
, Straightheads
and Stardust.
Scottish people
The Scottish people , or Scots, are a nation and ethnic group native to Scotland. Historically they emerged from an amalgamation of the Picts and Gaels, incorporating neighbouring Britons to the south as well as invading Germanic peoples such as the Anglo-Saxons and the Norse.In modern use,...
musician
Musician
A musician is an artist who plays a musical instrument. It may or may not be the person's profession. Musicians can be classified by their roles in performing music and writing music.Also....* A person who makes music a profession....
and record producer
Record producer
A record producer is an individual working within the music industry, whose job is to oversee and manage the recording of an artist's music...
, best known as a member of Joe Strummer
Joe Strummer
John Graham Mellor , best remembered by his stage name Joe Strummer, was the co-founder, lyricist, rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of the British punk rock band The Clash. His musical experience included his membership in The 101ers, Latino Rockabilly War, The Mescaleros and The Pogues, in...
's backing band The Mescaleros
The Mescaleros
The Mescaleros were the backing band for Joe Strummer, formed in 1999, which went on to make three albums prior to Strummer's death in 2002. Many of the band members were gifted multi-instrumentalists...
.
Biography
Shields' first band was GunGun (band)
Gun are a rock band from Glasgow, Scotland, best known for their cover of Cameo's "Word Up!".-Early career:Originally called Blind Allez then for a short time, 'Phobia', GUN were formed in 1987 by Giuliano Gizzi and Cami Morlotti , with Mark Rankin , Alan Thornton and David Aitken...
, in which he was the drummer
Drummer
A drummer is a musician who is capable of playing drums, which includes but is not limited to a drum kit and accessory based hardware which includes an assortment of pedals and standing support mechanisms, marching percussion and/or any musical instrument that is struck within the context of a...
. Following the departure of Baby Stafford
Baby Stafford
Baby Stafford is a musician and founder member of the band 'Baby Stafford'. He originally played in the Scottish rock band Gun in the late 1980s. Gun went on to support The Rolling Stones on tour.-Biography:...
from Gun, Shields joined up with his former bandmate as drummer and producer for Stafford's new band, 'Raindog'. Due to the existence of another band of the same name and because they did not like the name, the decision was made to adopt the moniker 'Baby Stafford' instead. The band went on to release an EP entitled Paper Love Maker
Paper Love Maker
Paper Love Maker is the debut E.P. from Scottish rock band Baby Stafford.-Track listing:# "Paper Love maker" - 3:14# "This Little Lifetime " - 2:54# "Then" - 3:23# "Sister Freeze" - 3:16...
in 1994, with Shields as producer. Shields and Stafford were both members of the band 'Breaker' during 1997-8. In the mid 1990s Shields formed 'Bond', in which he joined forces with Martin Slattery
Martin Slattery
Martin Slattery is a British multi-instrumentalist best known as a member of Joe Strummer's backing band The Mescaleros. He played there amongst others electric guitar, acoustic guitar, keyboards, saxophone, and flute. He is currently in the band The Hours alongside Antony Genn.- References :...
. In early 1999 he joined Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros, originally on bass
Bass guitar
The bass guitar is a stringed instrument played primarily with the fingers or thumb , or by using a pick....
and later as a guitarist. Shields was with The Mescaleros until Joe Strummer
Joe Strummer
John Graham Mellor , best remembered by his stage name Joe Strummer, was the co-founder, lyricist, rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of the British punk rock band The Clash. His musical experience included his membership in The 101ers, Latino Rockabilly War, The Mescaleros and The Pogues, in...
's death in December 2002. He co-wrote numerous songs on Global a Go-Go
Global a Go-Go
-Personnel:* Joe Strummer - vocals, producer* Martin Slattery - synthesizer, bass, fuzz guitar, drones, Wurlitzer, hammer dulcimer, melodica, saxophone, Hammond organ, accordion, guitar, flute, backup vocals, producer...
and Streetcore
Streetcore
-Cover versions of songs:The song "Coma Girl" was performed as the opening number at Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band's performance at the Glastonbury Festival on June 27, 2009....
. Shields also co-produced both albums with Martin Slattery
Martin Slattery
Martin Slattery is a British multi-instrumentalist best known as a member of Joe Strummer's backing band The Mescaleros. He played there amongst others electric guitar, acoustic guitar, keyboards, saxophone, and flute. He is currently in the band The Hours alongside Antony Genn.- References :...
, before going on to produce albums for Paul Heaton
Paul Heaton
Paul David Heaton is an English singer-songwriter. He was a member of The Housemartins, who disbanded in 1988, and a member of The Beautiful South, who disbanded in 2007. He is currently pursuing a solo career....
(The Beautiful South
The Beautiful South
The Beautiful South were an English alternative rock group formed at the end of the 1980s by two former members of Hull group The Housemartins, Paul Heaton and Dave Hemingway. The duo were initially joined by Sean Welch , Dave Stead and Dave Rotheray , all of whom stayed with the group throughout...
), The Miniatures
The Miniatures
The Miniatures are an alternative rock band from Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. Their members include founding members Andrew Kennedy , Steve Toms , Chris Finn , Shawn Feeney , drummer Nick Skalkos, bassist Ryan Allen, keyboardist/guitarist Kevin Hundt and singer/songwriter/guitarist Ian Smith.In 2000,...
and The Marble Index
The Marble Index (band)
The Marble Index was a Canadian rock band from Hamilton, Ontario. The group formed in 2001, and comprised Brad Germain , Ryan Tweedle , and Adam Knickle . The band is named after the album “The Marble Index” by Nico.-History:...
.
Film scores
Shields has produced and written tracks and scores for numerous filmFilm
A film, also called a movie or motion picture, is a series of still or moving images. It is produced by recording photographic images with cameras, or by creating images using animation techniques or visual effects...
s, including Mike Bassett: England Manager
Mike Bassett: England Manager
Mike Bassett: England Manager is a 2001 satirical comedy film directed by Steve Barron, following the fortunes of the manager of Division One football club Norwich City, Mike Bassett, who having led his side to the 'Mr Clutch Cup', is appointed England manager.The film takes the form of a...
, Bend It Like Beckham
Bend It Like Beckham
Bend It Like Beckham is a 2002 comedy-drama film starring Parminder Nagra, Keira Knightley, Jonathan Rhys Myers, Anupam Kher, Shaznay Lewis, and Archie Panjabi first released in the United Kingdom. The film was directed by Gurinder Chadha...
, Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005 film)
Mr. & Mrs. Smith is a 2005 American romantic comedy action film directed by Doug Liman and written by Simon Kinberg. The original music score was composed by John Powell...
, Black Hawk Down, Hannibal Rising
Hannibal Rising
Hannibal Rising is a novel written by Thomas Harris, published in 2006. It is a prequel to his three previous books featuring his character, the cannibalistic serial killer Dr. Hannibal Lecter. The novel was released with an initial printing of at least 1.5 million copies and met with a mixed...
, Gypsy Woman
Gypsy Woman
Gypsy Woman is a 2001 film written by Steven Knight....
, Straightheads
Straightheads
Straightheads is a 2007 British thriller film which follows a couple who are seeking revenge against a group of men who brutally attacked them. It is written and directed by Dan Reed, who made his directorial début....
and Stardust.