Scott Giannotti, also known as Sav, started rapping at the age of 11 after discovering Run DMC’s music. His family, The Giannotti has a history of over 40 years in the music industry and Long Island’s music scene. Sav has been pursuing music as a hobby since he was 12 years old. He started by taking bass guitar lessons, and got into punk and NY hard core music. Although he never got a band together which was functional, Sav decided to become a rapper because he loved to express himself and be in the spotlight. With the encouragement of close friends to pursue rap music, it was only until 2 years ago that he finally decided to live up to pursue music as a career. He spent the first year practicing and networking and developing his sound, which he describes as tonally versatile, dynamic, and emotionally driven. Within that same year, Sav had the opportunity to open for EPMD at the infamous Knitting Factory in NYC.
Among his musical influences, Sav lists BIG, Tupac, Rick Ross, Gang Starr, Red Man, Wu Tang Clan, Lil Wayne, Drake, Nicki Minaj, 50Cent, Busta Rhymes, Jimi Hendrix, and Black Sabbath.
When asked what his mission is, Sav replied: “To be the next distinct voice and public figure in hip-hop. My goal is to further the diversity and evolution of the culture, creating increased prosperity by generating a new sound, approach, and by being opportunistic. I feel that I am coming from a unique place with a real story that has endless chapters that are both relatable and dance worthy. I intend to use my background in the streets and academics to forge the right relationships and build my fan base one project at a time.”
Check out Sav LIVE on the air with us Sept 23rd.
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