Ashen Keilyn, former front person and songwriter of NYC indie band SCOUT.
Scout's debut CD, "It seemed like a good idea at the time,"(recorded in a living room in Queens), was the 2nd most added on college radio,garnering the young band stellar press in everything from Billboard. to Teen Beat.Ashen and Scout even appeared on an episode of HBOs The Sopranos and NBCs Late night With Conan OBrien.
Ashen's music has been featured in numerous films and television programs. including "The Sopranos," (HBO) "Buffy," (FOX) "Felicity" (WB & soundtrack album on Hollywood Records), "Judging Amy," (CBS) "Providence," (NBC) "Panic," (Miramax) and "Wasteland," (Showtime) .
Thanks very much for your friendship Ashen, I enjoyed listening to your songs.
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All the best! John
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”
You are my idol. I love your voice and your songs. I remember the good old days of Scout at the Living Room. I remember thinking, this lady's going to be huge, I want to be just like her. :)