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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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.’
Dan Abrams started playing guitar in grunge bands in the late 90's. He was a founding member of the Long Island screamo band Defected in the early 2000's. The Defected released several EP's and played lots of shows.
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.
Rob Deserto started playing drums at 9 years old and has been behind the kit for over 27 years. Over the years he's played in a variety of school, local, and cover bands, with a focus on alternative rock, punk, and classic rock. His playing has been shaped by the bands and drummers that inspired him to pick up the sticks in the first place, with Travis Barker and Neil Peart being two of his biggest influences. Years of playing different styles have helped him develop a versatile approach behind the kit.