Rock Feed Josey Scott (Ex-Saliva)
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Oct 8, 2025 
Josey Scott, the former lead singer of Saliva, dives deep into his illustrious career and personal journey. He shares the emotional impact of losing his father just before hitting big, the overnight creation of 'Click Click Boom,' and the magic behind 'Hero' for Spider-Man. Josey opens up about stepping away from the band for family and sobriety, his heartbreaking loss of his son, and a dream that reignited his passion for music. He also addresses recent tensions with his former bandmates and teases new solo singles.
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Insisted Label See Them In Memphis
- Josey insisted Island Def Jam see Saliva sell out the Omni New Daisy instead of hosting a New York showcase.
- Lyor Cohen agreed to come to Memphis, and that show sealed their deal with the label.
Use Pre‑Production To Tighten Songs
- Prepare thoroughly before recording: Josey credits pre-production with Bob Marlette for sharpening their songs.
- Use experienced producers to translate raw ideas into strong studio-ready arrangements.
Sudden Fame Demanded Financial Learning
- Overnight fame forced Josey to quickly learn money management and hire a business manager.
- He even borrowed friends' cars for MTV Cribs until he figured out financing and credit.