Scott Hinkson
What: Alternative Singer/Songwriter Where: Winnipeg Visit: www.scotthinkson.com Canada’s singer/songwriter scene is jam-packed with legends and legends in the making. Winnipeg’s Scott Hinkson has been trying to work his name into that picture since 2003, and his 2011 effort One Beside Two could easily find him doing just that. Of course, Hinkson is no rookie to the Canadian music scene. He used to play in Far Gone as well as Snooper before giving the solo career a shot under the moniker Talent Show Finalist. As a result, his current work can be described as a well-rounded singer-songwriter approach to ‘90s Canadian alt-rock such as that from I Mother Earth and Matt Good. His alt-rock musicianship is paired with lyrics that wouldn’t be out of place in a folkier setting, offering a fresh take on the popular style that’s worthy of some attention. After picking up a number of awards and playing showcases across Canada, Hinkson is hoping to spend the rest of 2012 doing what any other lifer does: playing his music and hoping that people take notice.
Listen to:
Categories: Showcase