(Chicago, IL) – The Steepwater Band, a blaring rock ‘n’ roll group from the windy city has released a new music video for their song “Hard As Stone (2015)”. It was shot and edited by Jon Richey of VUture Visions and filmed at Crushtone Studios in Cleveland, OH where the band recorded the song with platinum producer Jim Wirt( Incubus, Fionna Apple, Buffalo Killers). The unique “behind the scenes” footage gives fans an inside look into the song making process. Check it out now at Relix. “Hard As Stone (2015)” is a new recording of an old fan favorite and will be on Diamond Days: The Best of The Steepwater Band 2006-2014, a “best of” collection that also features eight remastered tracks and a new song called “Silver Lining”. The record will be released digitally and on CD via Sun Pedal Recordings (Warner Music Group) on 2/17. A vinyl release is scheduled in April of 2015 and all three are currently available for pre-order along with limited merch that is exclusive to this release. “‘Hard As Stone’ is an older tune of ours that we pumped some new life into with the new re-recorded version,” says vocalist/guitarist Jeff Massey. “Lyrically, its about dealing with loss, whether it be a relationship, a death, or just rolling with change, in general. It’s a song that always stood out for us as a band, mainly because our music is generally a heavier blues based sound. ‘Hard As Stone’ is stylistically a bit different than our other material. The song opened up new doors and possibilities for our music.” “Silver Lining” and “Hard As Stone (2015)” will be the first studio recordings with the band’s newest member, guitarist Eric Saylors. The “best of” will be a sneak peek of the group’s new sound before they release a brand new full-length album next year. |
VIA SUN PEDAL RECORDINGS Tracklist:
Silver Lining Dance Me a Number Come On Down Revelation Sunday The Stars Look Good Tonight (Radio Edit) Hard As Stone (2015) Lord Knows High and Humble Remember the Taker Healer The Steepwater Band: left to right – Joe Winters, Tod Bowers, Jeff Massey, Eric Saylors (photo credit: Jon Usual) |
UPCOMING TOUR DATES 12/31/14 Chicago, IL – House of Blues w/ Led Zeppelin 2
01/03/15 Porter, IN – Leroy’s
02/05/15 Newport, KY – Southgate House Revival
02/06/15 Whitesburg, KY – Summit City Lounge
02/07/15 Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre 02.08/15 Athens, GA – New Earth Music Hall 02/12/15 Phoenix, AZ – Rhythm Room
02/13/15 Los Angeles, CA – The Mint
02/15/15 San Diego, CA – Soda Bar
02/18/15 San Francisco, CA – Biscuits and Blues
02/19/15 Sacramento, CA – Torch Club
02/20/15 Crystal Bay, NV – Crystal Bay Club Casino
02/21/15 Santa Cruz, CA – The Pocket
02/23/15 Salt Lake City, UT – Bleu Bistro 02/24/15 Salt Lake City, UT – Bleu Bistro 02/28/15 St Louis, MO – Beale On Broadway 03/20/15 Detroit, MI – Hopcat
03/21/15 Benton Harbor, MI – The Livery 03/25/15 Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom
03/26/15 Sioux City, IA – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 04/24/15 Schuylkill, PA – Some Kind Of Jam 10 05/23/15 Indianapolis, IN – Rathskeller 07/02/15 Ozark, PA – Highberry Festival |
About The Steepwater Band: Formed in Chicago back in 1998, The Steepwater Band’s signature sound is a nod to early British blues, combined with a modern, raw and gutsy musical approach. Founding membersJeff Massey (Vocal, Guitar), Tod Bowers (Bass), and Joseph Winters (Drums) have a synergy that comes from years of playing together. In early 2012, they found the same spark when the long-time trio was joined by Eric Saylors (Guitar, Backing Vocal), who brought an added depth to the live sound. The band has maintained a grueling schedule throughout the last 16 years, averaging about 140 shows per year. After touring and sharing the stage with acts such as Gov’t Mule, Buddy Guy, and Cheap Trick they signed to Sun Pedal Recordings to release Diamond Days: The Best of The Steepwater Band 2006-2014. The compilation will be released in early 2015 and features tracks spanning the band’s entire independent career including a re-recorded version of the fan favorite “Hard As Stone” and a new track called “Silver Lining.” |
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