In this new episode of The Minnesota Music Note, we sit down with Minneapolis musician and songwriter Scottie Miller while he’s touring Australia with Grammy-winning artist Ruthie Foster.

From starting piano lessons at six years old to studying at Berklee College of Music, touring with Bo Diddley, and building a successful independent music career, Scottie shares the full story behind his musical journey. We talk about growing up in Minnesota, the artists and genres that shaped his sound, life on the road, balancing creativity with the business side of music, and the incredible process behind his new orchestral album, Hello Pain.

Scottie also shares unforgettable touring stories, the surprising moment he discovered long-lost family roots in Norway, and why Minnesota continues to inspire his music after all these years.

Topics Covered:
• Touring Australia with Ruthie Foster
• Growing up in Minnesota’s music scene
• Berklee College of Music
• Playing with Bo Diddley
• Independent artist life & music business
• Recording with the Budapest Scoring Orchestra
• The story behind Hello Pain
• Creativity, songwriting & staying inspired

Resources:
Scottie Miller's Website: scottiemiller.com
PodcastCrew website: podcastcrew.online
The MN Music Note FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/minnesotamusicnote/
Email: william@podcastcrew.online