Boone Froggett is the lead singer and guitarist for OTIS, a four-piece band out of Kentucky that mixes heavy blues and roots music with classic and southern rock. They have two full-length albums under their belt, 2014’s Tough Times: A Tribute To John Brim, and 2017’s Eyes Of The Sun. Since 2017, Boone and the band have endured some lineup changes, the COVID pandemic, and a bout with thyroid cancer. Despite the odds being stacked against them, they are now back with their latest single “Last Fool In The Line”.
In this interview, Boone talks about the songwriting process and the chemistry that happens when the band gets in a room together. He talks about the affects of his cancer surgery and treatments, his Grammy-winning production team, and how he defines “success.”
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!
