Steve has been writing and performing in the Philadelphia area since the early 70's. His songs are a rootsy mix of folk, country and blues styles, Americana to the core. Intensely personal, he writes of everyday life and love, about family, friends and the search for meaning. As a performer, Steve has an easy going, laid back manner that puts the listener at ease, and lends his performance the atmosphere of an evening around the kitchen table. Armed with a collection of old and new material, Steve recorded his debut solo album, "Time Passes", on the Good Taste label. Released in May of 1997, it has been warmly received and critically acclaimed in the national music press. With this album release, Steve resurfaced after several years of performing very little. Beginning once again to share his music live, he has quickly become a fixture on the local scene. With a busy schedule in various Philadelphia area venues, New York, Nashville and points in between, and ever-increasing airplay, he is becoming a regional and national presence on the singer/songwriter scene. His second album, "Road Games", recorded with his friends from the band Thompson Station, it is a playful romp through some more of Steve's rootsy American music. He is performing more and more with the band, although he continues to play solo dates. From the Press: "Whether he's doing the solo acoustic route or rocking with authority, he pulls off every turn effortlessly ... Each of the eleven tunes here has the feel of a keeper ... Steve Black has created some music worth holding on to." - Performing Songwriter Magazine "Songwriting brilliance ...vivid images crafted tenderly with everyday words." - Songwriter's Monthly "Steve Black makes it all work. His music is front porch warm, sharp and well-written ... pleasing and unpretentious." - Music Reviews Quarterly "A gentle album full of honest stories of family and grace, backed by beautiful folk tunes." - The Lancaster Intelligencer "He has crafted the ordinary, the fundamental, the universal facts of life into song ...Black's lyrics can simultaneously sting and inspire." - Lancaster New Era "Had me tapping my foot an wanting to sing along from the very first listen." - Otto Bost, WDIY "Add to my list of must-have CD's ... boy, he's good!" - Chris Rewa, WVUD