Scarlet Witness
Columbia, Missouri, United States | SELF
Music
Press
“When you think of church music, bells and chimes might come to mind. But inside a reverberant former sanctuary at a church, electric guitar riffs bounce off the walls, creating a rock ’n’ roll sound. The band’s music and lyrics echo the battles of life and the desire for a way out when one feels trapped.”
- Columbia Missourian
“When you think of church music, bells and chimes might come to mind. But inside a reverberant former sanctuary at a church, electric guitar riffs bounce off the walls, creating a rock ’n’ roll sound. The band’s music and lyrics echo the battles of life and the desire for a way out when one feels trapped.”
- Columbia Missourian
Discography
"Rescue Me" - Single, Released January 15, 2011
"Moments Last" - Single, Released January 25, 2013
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Bio
Scarlet Witness is a high – energy rock band from Columbia,MO – Jason Mathews on lead vocals and bass, Justin Mize and Jordan Schiefer on guitars, Brian Mathews on drums and Kerri Mathews on violin. The band recently released their first music video for their single “Rescue Me”. Scarlet Witness has shared the stage with artists such as Remedy Drive, Abandon, Wavorly and the Cast and Crew. The band is ready to hit new highest performing as headliners across the midwest.
The band began in 2009 under the name Evidence. Jason and Brian are the only original members remaining today. Dustyn Middleton – original guitarist, and Carly Allen – original bassist completed the set for the start of the band. Justin Mize joined the band in 2010 as a second guitarist, and Jordan Scheifer replaced Dustyn that same year after having to move away. After Allen left the band, Jason took up the bass while remaining the lead singer. Kerri Mathews was added in 2011 to add violin to the group. Much attention was brought to the group in 2011 with their release of their first single entitled “Rescue Me”. Later that year the band released its first independently produced music video “Rescue Me” which helped opened the eyes of fans and bring new opportunities for the band.
Scarlet Witness concert sound consists of many talented musicians with a variety of musical backgrounds. The contrast of the powerful drive and ambient delays of the two guitarists Justin and Jordan, combined with Brian's killer drums, melodic strings from Kerri, and the hype and vocal prowess of lead singer Jason gives Scarlet Witness an overall unique energetic and crisp sound.
Today the band is in the process of independently recording an EP album entitled "Unlock My Heart". The band just released its new single off the new album, entitled, "Moments Last". The band is constantly looking for new shows and gigs to play. During the new year and the summer, Scarlet Witness will be performing many shows throughout the Midwest and looking to play multiple summer festivals.
“ Were a family of 6 making music and sharing a message together.” Says bandleader Jason Mathews. “We want to make and perform music that gives us a hope in our live. We are super excited for what is coming for the band and to see where it will take us. We never give up, never back down, and always live to be a witness.”
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