The Tiny Desk Contest began in 2014, and according to NPR, they did it for one simple reason: discovering new music. And since then, this contest has done just that.
Scott & Melinda perform “Bittersweet” (Youtube photo)
Three previous winners, Fantastic Negrito, Gaelynn Lea and Tank and the Bangas have gone on find success. Fantastic Negrito won a Grammy; Gaelynn Lea went on to play at renowned venues like the Kennedy Center; and Tank and the Bangas toured internationally and even headlined NPR Music’s 10-year anniversary party.
Our own local stars Scott and Melinda have taken up the challenge and entered the 2018 contest with a brilliant new song entitled “Bittersweet”.
Here’s the video:
Thelma J Peterson says
March 25, 2018 at 2:03 pmgreat video, didn’t know you had entered. Good for you and good luck. The song is perfect!
George Southern says
March 26, 2018 at 12:42 amScott and Melinda, this blew me away! Can someone provide more information on authorship? Who wrote the lyrics — a joint effort? This song is ready for the big time!
Chas Cornweller says
March 26, 2018 at 1:42 pmWow! What a great song! Do Scott and Melinda play anywhere on this side? Would love to catch them sometime. Good luck to them! What a great pool of talent the Shore must have. And that Melinda can really sing! What a cutie! Bittersweet, with whistling! Great concept. I’d buy the record…
Rita says
March 26, 2018 at 1:58 pmI love this song! Brought a tear to my eye! Best of luck to you guys, I hope you win!
Ray Dueser says
March 31, 2018 at 7:18 pmWow … What a terrific performance! Great new song. Fits Melinda’s soulful voice and style perfectly. And Scott nails the picking. I feel so fortunate to have heard these terrific entertainers many times on the Shore. Best wishes for a turn on Tiny Desk.