Argyro (Scott Argiro): An Artist Who Drums, Sings, Acts — and Keeps Story at the Center
By: Leslie Banks
Pittsburgh-born, California-seasoned, and now rooted in Colorado, Scott Argiro—better known by his stage name Argyro—has built a career around the art of storytelling. Whether behind a drum kit, at the microphone, or in front of the camera, his work is marked by an instinct for narrative, rhythm, and reinvention.
The Musical Journey
Argyro’s love affair with rhythm began in the steel-belt city of Pittsburgh and evolved through years of musical exploration in California before landing him in Castle Pines, Colorado. According to one recent profile, he recalls summers outside a beach-bar in Cape May, mesmerized by live music flowing out the doors, and realizing early that “I don’t just love music — I needed it.”
As a multi-instrumentalist, Argyro plays lead and backing vocals, keyboards, bass guitar, ukulele, drums, auxiliary percussion, and programming. His music has garnered international airplay and been featured in films by directors such as Joel Schumacher and Paul Lieberstein, largely due to his ability to craft songs with a cinematic atmosphere.
Glitterati: A Pop Album with Depth
On October 3, 2025, Argyro unveiled Glitterati, a nine-song record that showcases both his expansive musical reach and his introspective songwriting. The album was recorded in Castle Pines, Colorado, mixed and mastered by Jesse O’Brien (Denver), and features collaborations with noted musicians, including Damon Wood (former guitarist for James Brown) and Colorado guitarist Steve Langemo.
From the title track—an anthem of fame, illusion, and identity—to quieter, more reflective numbers like “House Upon the Mountainside” and “Lifeline,” the album strikes a balance between accessible pop sheen and genuine emotional weight. One review calls it “a collection that explores themes of reinvention, confidence and self-expression,” while still sounding “breezy, handcrafted… the album glitters on the surface but resonates deeper down.”
Tracks such as “She’s So LA” deliver sun-kissed hook-laden choruses about city-of-angels excess and longing, while “Cool Shades” wraps up escapism and self-image in a laid-back, ocean-tinged groove. The album’s closing moments bring things back to earth: “We’re all just the same, blood and love in our veins,” he sings on the final track, “Lifeline,” reminding the listener of connection under the sparkle.
Stepping into the Frame: Film & Acting
Beyond music, Argyro has also taken on acting roles in a series of projects. His credits include Death from Above (2012) and Colorado Christmas (2023). Most recently, he appears in the holiday romance Christmas Cards, directed and written by Elgin Cahill and streaming on Amazon Prime. The story follows single mom Kate, who contemplates leaving her small-town family business for the big city but finds unexpected love in her hometown. Argyro plays a central role opposite Aeon Cruz, K.J. Baker, and Kate DeSessions.
In this crossover role, Argyro’s dual experience as a musician and actor comes into play: his comfort with drama, timing, and emotion lends authenticity to a film that combines heartland charm, holiday tropes, and the resilience of community. His on-screen presence mirrors the themes found in his music: identity, reinvention, and the search for meaning beyond the flash.
The Frame of an Artist
What sets Argyro apart is his holistic approach to art. He isn’t just releasing songs or chasing a role—he’s building a world that spans sound, image, and story. His multi-instrumentalism gives him control over his sonic palette; his acting builds his narrative range; his roots—from Pittsburgh to California to Colorado—give him a geography of experience.
In Glitterati, he allows the glitter to show, while never hiding the smoke beneath. In Christmas Cards, he steps into the spotlight of emotion, small-town stakes, and the promise of new roots. For fans of layered pop, thoughtful crossover artists, and anyone who believes fame can be both foil and fuel, Scott Argiro’s next chapter as Argyro is worth watching.
