“Whether I’m in the studio or performing live, the most important creative element in my playing is the emotional connection it brings. I have to feel it — and in doing so, I know others will too.
I think of it like this: imagine yourself by the beach with friends and family, in a beautiful restaurant. Relaxing, watching the sea roll in as the sun slowly dips behind the horizon — that magnificent but fleeting golden extravaganza of colour, fading into deep blue as the stars begin to shine through.
The drinks are flowing, the air is still warm, and the music carries a distinctive: modern uplifting, chilled ‘Funky Ibiza Jazz’ vibe.
My aim is to craft a musically captivating journey — whether live or recorded — creating a myriad of tonal variations that emulate the countless colours and textures found in nature, art, architecture, and design.
No two nights, or for that matter multiple takes in the studio, are ever exactly the same. Each has its own unique charm and charisma.
Playing in front of an audience is a different experience every night. You feel it slightly differently each time, and the magic happens in different places from night to night. The energy you put in feeds-back from the audience in their appreciation — and you feed off that energy to perform even better!
That’s something which, although always a bit nerve-racking at the start of the performance, I truly love.”
Hailed early on by Guitarist Magazine and Musician for breathing new life into the virtuoso guitar instrumental album, Tim Scott has continually defied genre boundaries. Fusing intricate melodic guitar lines with progressive dance and pop elements, his music is as adventurous as it is accessible.
His genre-blending approach has led to growing international recognition. "Snowflakes In June" is now played daily on commercial radio in Mexico, while the high-energy Spanish Guitar/Piano-EDM hybrid "Ibiza Mayhem" lit up UK club circuits last year and found a champion in BBC Ulster.
During the pandemic, Tim transformed lockdown into creative fuel. His viral balcony performances of the chilled EDM anthem "Magnesium Black" captured global attention, showcasing his talent and resourcefulness. This deeply personal period also marked a turning point in his life—meeting his now-wife and penning "Roller Skating," a track inspired by the roller skates and engagement ring he gifted her. The song has since become a global social media favourite.
Lately, his love of complex harmony and genre fusion has taken centre stage. Tracks like "Spiekeroog" and "Blue Sky Turquoise Sea" reflect his classical and jazz sensibilities and have earned regular spots on the Smooth Jazz FM playlist.
Now based in Germany after relocating from Manchester nearly four years ago, Tim wrote "Escape To Paradise" while still learning the language and working from his in-laws’ basement. The track—a bright, radio-ready English pop song—continues to receive airplay on German radio, symbolising his unique journey and cross-cultural resonance.
I get asked this one a lot! I own seven electric guitars, one nylon-string acoustic, and two bass guitars (a four-string and a five-string).
My favourite? Probably my custom sparkly pink Superstrat – it’s got real personality. But creatively, I’ve been gravitating toward my nylon-string acoustic lately. There’s something so warm and Balearic about the tone of a Spanish classical guitar – it really inspires me.
Yes – though I couldn’t write it down for you! It came from a track called “Bank” inspired by the surreal harmonies I used to hear on the London Tube: doors opening, motors humming, high-pitched electrical tones... it all sounded like a jazz chord waiting to be written. I turned that memory into a chord that is very close in harmonic and structure.
I’ve performed to both three people... and to thousands. Weirdly, the smaller gigs are more intense – if one person leaves, it’s basically over! This feels way more stressful than even a hundred people.
With big crowds, you throw your energy out to the middle and ride the wave of energy that comes back. I always try to connect early and make it feel like a conversation – that’s when the real magic happens.
Honestly, my dyslexia. It brings massive left-field creative freedom, but also real challenges paper work, certain normalising structures and instructions that most people might think you’re easy.
Sometimes people mistake that struggle for arrogance in my abilities – but music? Music flows out like breathing. Improvising and composing are where I’m most at home.
My wife is German – and she’s an incredible support and blessing in my life. She’d lived in London for 20 years before we met, and when the time came for a new chapter, Germany just felt right.
Learning a new language was a huge challenge, but the move changed everything – my mindset, my creativity, my direction in life.
There’s no fixed timeline. Sometimes I’ll spend weeks on an idea, only for a better one to show up out of nowhere. And when that happens, I follow it.
We live in a digital world that wants a constant drip feed of “content” – but art doesn’t work like that. Creativity flows in seasons: planting, tending, and harvesting. I create when something moves me – and if it moves me, I believe it will move others too.
My calling has always been instrumental its my life blood my soul. I occasionally write songs when they come to me naturally, but the heart of my sound is lyrical guitar work – melodies that sing without words.
Instrumental music can move people very deeply, often beyond what lyrics alone can do.
At first, I thought I’d lead a band. But I fell in love with the DIY studio process – bouncing between a reel-to-reel recorder and DAT player, playing every part, building it all from scratch.
That said, I’d love to take my music on tour with a live band. But I also love the energy of my solo guitar show. Both have their place – and I believe I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.
Depends on how you measure it:
Roller Skating
This track has gained global traction on social media, being widely used on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and Facebook. Kids love it!
Ibiza Mayhem
A club favourite last year, it received strong support from BBC Radio Ulster and lit up dancefloors across the UK and further afield.
Magnesium Black
Went viral in 2020 and continues to resonate with fans online.
I Found Love
My most Shazamed track to date — people are always trying to find this one!
Ibiza’s Secret Garden
A consistent fan favourite, known for its uplifting vibe and timeless Ibiza charm.
Cala d’Hort
A modern classical composition that’s surprisingly popular in Italy, earning the highest streaming royalties of all my tracks.
I’d love to play a killer guitar solo on a hybrid pop/dance record – or better yet, co-write a hook or melody. That’s where I really shine.
I think bringing that melodic, lyrical guitar energy into a collaboration would be an amazing fit.
