tat

some of you may have heard this little band from england called “tat”. if you haven’t yet…get on it! and, as some of you may also know, these kids are dear to my heart. i met them back in 08 when i was going on tour with mxpx. i flew out to the east coast late one night, to find that the bunk i would be sleeping in was being occupied by tat’s drummer, jake because their van had broken down and they were waiting on their new ride. jake quickly gave up his spot, and joined the rest of his crew crammed in the back lounge. over the next few weeks i got to know jake, nick and tatiana and they became some of my all time favorite people! i can’t recall a time since i’ve met them that they haven’t been so extremely stoked to see me show up at a venue, arrive to do a photo shoot, or walk on their stage. they’re always greeting me with great big smiles, loads of british cursing, and hugs and kisses (mainly from the guys.) earlier i mentioned you should check them out. i’ll say this, don’t worry if you forget to get around to it…because i’m sure you’ll hear them someday. they ain’t goin’ anywhere but up!

this past summer while i was out on warped tour i tried to catch their set as often as i could. i can’t get enough of them!!!
i think i shot this photo of them my last day. i was walking back to my bus, and jake saw me…yelled hello and when i stopped to chat, nick and tatiana quickly joined him. i personally love this shot because its simple. it was in the moment. and it really captured that warped tour “summer camp” vibe bands are always talking about. here’s 3 real friends, posing for a photo before leaving an awesome summer behind…and still being the amazing goofy kids they are.

to nick, jake and tatiana…i will forever and ever love you guys! thank you for always making me feel like i’m some mega-star.
-j.scott