Steve Strongman performing on Breakfast Television in Edmonton on February 22, 2013
http://tinyurl.com/byy77ez Select Media Coverage for 'A Natural Fact': CBC Blues Blog interview with Steve Strongman: Maple Blues Awards 2013: Steve Strongman’s 6 nominations Interview in Hamilton Spectator: This husband and father knows all about Coming Home Tonight "With “ Natural Fact,” Steve Strongman is well on my way to becoming my new favourite Canadian bluesman and definitely a hidden treasure everyone should discover, like many people including Buddy Guy, Joe Cocker and Randy Bachman already have." - Richard Amery, L.A. Beat “Even if you’re not into blues music at all, I would suggest that you stop in and see this guy live, anyway. You don’t have to be a fan of the music to know that there aren’t going to be many times in your life that you’ll see someone play who has a command of their instrument the way Strongman does.” - Velvet Rope Magazine "The combination of great vocals and guitar technique along with fine arrangements and production values make this a prime contender for the blues-inflected singer-songwriter arena. Steve’s guitar playing, whether finger-picking or slide propels the songs along giving a bluesy-feel throughout.Give this record a try and you’ll find much to like here." - The Blues Blast Magazine "A Natural Fact is my first intro to Steve Strongman, and wow what a intro it was, as he has quickly shot to the top of my favorite Canadian artists list. The CD gets my highest rating of 5*****, but some how I wished I could of ever given it more. Highly recommended and thoroughly enjoyed." - John Vermilyea, Blues Underground Network Other Media Coverage "Steve Strongman's new CD 'Blues In Colour' is one of the strongest Canadian releases in a long time. It's on my Galaxie BluesTime Top 10 and getting lots of airtime on CBC Radio. The spirit of Mel Brown lives on with the soulful, precise and always tasteful guitar playing of Steve Strongman. He's also a natural singer and gifted harp player who writes great original material." - Holger Petersen, Host - Saturday Night Blues, CBC Radio  "Following his performance at last year's Festival in the Guitar Explosion concert, Steve Strongman found himself with a whole new crew of admirers. It's no surprise to find him back on the bill this year: he brings impeccable blues-rock guitar melodies, emotion-charged vocal harmonies, stylized and authentic compositions, and a warm and vivid stage presence. His second album, Blues in Colour, was released this spring to a sensational response! Make way for the Strongman!" - Frederic Poulin, Montreal Jazz Festival - 2009 "Honey is as tight a blues guitar album as you'll find anywhere in this country." - Graham Rockingham, Hamilton Spectator "The songs truly bristle with energy, showcasing everything Strongman has been renowned for, but magnified ten-fold." - Ric Taylor, View Magazine "Steve is widely revered amongst musicians as a guy who can truly do it all: an electrifying performer whose stage presence is second to none, a fantastic vocalist, and a guitarist of awesome technique and artistry. With his fabulous CD Honey, you can add great songwriting to this list of reasons why Steve Strongman is so greatly admired." - Dave Murphy (piano, harp - Jeff Healey Band) "I first heard Steve at a local Hamilton bar a few years ago. He blew me away with his talent and musical expertise. When I heard he was cutting a record, I knew right then I had to be involved. Thankfully we hooked up and the rest is history. Steve's music exhibits soulfulness beyond his years. He has paid his dues, refined his skills and is truly one to be mentored!” - Terry Townson, trumpet - Delbert McClinton, Colin Linden, Colin James Little Big Band. Download a PDF of Steve's feature in Hamilton Magazine (cover pictured at right) Download a PDF of Bob Mersereau's Top 100 Blog (in which Steve is featured) |
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2012
Nominee - SiriusXM Indie Award Blues Artist or Group of the Year Winner - Maple Blues Awards Recording of the Year for A Natural Fact Winner - Maple Blues Awards Songwriter of the Year Winner - Maple Blues Awards Guitarist of the Year Nominee - Maple Blues Award Electric Act of the Year Nominee - Maple Blues Award Acoustic Act of the Year Nominee - Maple Blues Award Entertainer of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Blues Recording of the Year for A Natural Fact Nominee- Hamilton Music Award Male Vocalist of the Year 2011 Winner - Maple Blues Award Guitarist of the Year 2010 Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Male Vocalist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Guitarist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Blues Recording of the Year for Live At The Barn Nominee - Hamilton Tourism Award Entertainment Ambassador of the Year 2009 Winner - Mel Brown Blues Award Winner - Hamilton Music Award Blues Album of the Year for Blues in Colour Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Male Artist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Male Vocalist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Guitarist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Recording of the Year for Blues in Colour Nominee - Hamilton Tourism Award – Entertainment Ambassador of the Year Winner - Hamilton Spectator Award – Top 40 Achievers under 40 years old Nominee - Guitarist of the Year 2008 Nominee - Guitarist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Blues Recording of the Year for Honey Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Male Artist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Male Vocalist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Guitarist of the Year Nominee - Hamilton Music Award Recording of the Year for Honey 2007 Nominee - Maple Blues Award New Artist of the Year Download Steve's Bio (PDF) |
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