Darrell Scott

The Profile

Darrell Scott is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from London, Kentucky, noted for his work in Americana, country, folk, and bluegrass. He has penned widely recorded songs such as You’ll Never Leave Harlan Alive, Long Time Gone, and It’s a Great Day to Be Alive, and has collaborated with leading artists across roots music.

American Americana/country singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist (born in London, Kentucky); active since the 1980s; writer of You’ll Never Leave Harlan Alive, Long Time Gone, and It’s a Great Day to Be Alive.

A vivid, poetic 5-star review of Darrell Scott’s The Invisible Man, weaving themes of loss, invisibility, and redemption. Highlights the storytelling in The Dreamer and the stylistic range from folk and Waits-like piano tones to desert rock and reggae-bluegrass. Applauds the ensemble (Danny Thompson, Kenny Malone, Richard Bennett, Sam Bush, Gabe Dixon) and Gary Paczosa’s detailed production. Concludes with a triad: honesty, suffering, redemption.