The songs in Shades of Rue have been described as "feeling timeless". As one music veteran said, "these songs will be meaningful to people thirty years from now because they are so heartfelt and capture the personal emotions of listeners". The songs of Steven A. Rue take listeners on a musical journey as they weave through different shades of genres. Light jazz and adult contemporary fans will quickly tap into "On Colorado Boulevard", "Just Be You" and "Feelin the Nearness of You". Pop listeners will discover "Everything That I Adore" and "You're Finally Mine". Anyone getting married or celebrating an anniversary will savor the musical experience of "Throughout the Years". "Daughters and Sons" and "Grandchildren" will conjure up the memories and hopes of any parent or grandparent. In creating these songs, I tried to capture the emotions, memories, and special moments of my life. I share different dimensions of my life as a husband, being a Dad, and Grandpa. These personal moments and memories are universal. I invite you to enjoy these different "shades" of life and emotions. After writing these songs, I searched for a singer who could capture the essence of each song. Serendipity struck when I accidentally heard Liela Avila singing in Pasadena, California. She is the perfect fit for my songs. The stars and planets were aligned when I met her on, of all places, Colorado Boulevard!