MEET THE KULPRITS!
Artist Bios
The Kulprits are a professional band in the New York area, with over 30 years experience. They play Rock, Punk & Country covers and originals, with their own twist.
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THE KULPRIT'S EP COMING SOON!
Scoot Horton started out in the New York Hardcore Punk scene, playing in the bands Awkward Thought and then Shell Shock. He released several records and EPs with these bands as well as having the privilege of touring the US and Europe. In 2000, Awkward Thought released the LP ‘Mayday’ which many consider a hardcore classic.
Later Scoot went solo, releasing 2 albums of alt-folk/country songs while still maintaining his punk edge.
In 2019, Scoot made a guest appearance with the band No Redeeming Social Value at the Among the Angels Fest in Maastricht, NL. He recently collaborated with the Dutch band, Backfire! on the song ‘Lights Out’ released in 2023 on their album ‘Angry God.’
Vinny, a Brooklyn native, has been playing guitar and performing since his teenage years. Over the years, he has played in a variety of cover and original bands, most recently with Decades, where he covered rock 'n' roll classics from the '50s to today's hits. Now, Vinny is excited to bring his talent and passion to the Kulprits, ready to create new music and unforgettable performances!
Marlena Horton holds a Bachelors of Science & Masters of Science in Music Education from the College of Saint Rose, Albany, NY. She has worked as a music educator for over twenty-nine years, working in New York State public schools. Through the years Marlena has produced and performed in many fundraisers for various charities. Marlena played keyboard and sang back up with The Max Graham Band throughout Manhattan in clubs such as The Bitter End, The Red Lion and the Living Room. Marlena is thrilled to be part of the Kulprits, working side by side with her man, Scoot Horton, singing covers and Scoot Horton originals.
Greg has been drumming in the New York music scene for years, performing at iconic venues like The Continental, BB King's, and Webster Hall. He’s played in diverse genres, from hardcore punk with Moral Terror, noise rock with Insect, surf rock with The Immortal Thrones, and thrash metal with No Remission. Now Greg is psyched to be part of a new project, The Kulprits!
Sarah Taxter is a double bassist, bass guitarist, and composer. She has been a bassist since 2009, where she began her journey with the double bass. Since then she has played in a variety of rock bands, pit orchestras, chamber groups, and symphonies. She also has composed several original pieces focusing around her love for the fantastical. Making and enjoying music is her passion, and she is excited to join The Kulprits as their new bassist!