Steven Springer
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Steven Springer | |
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Ann Arbor, Michigan | |
Genres | Reggae, progressive rock, soca, calypso |
Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Guitar |
Years active | 1964–2012 |
Labels | Something Else!, Schoolkids, Black Kettle, Sony |
Website | StevenSpringer.info |
Steven Springer (born Steven Anthony Springer; September 23, 1951 – September 10, 2012) was an American guitarist and songwriter known for his innovative smooth soft touch guitar style. He was best known for being a member of the
Background and early career
Steven Springer grew up in Port of Spain, Trinidad, and attended St. Mary's College. He started a band while in high school, and quickly became a very popular and sought-after guitarist, and was a regular fixture at local dances and parties. He left Trinidad to attend college at the Mayfield College, Sussex, England.
Music career
Sanctuary
After graduation, Steven moved to Phoenix, Arizona, and formed a band called Sanctuary, which rose to fame, winning local awards for "Band of The Year" for three consecutive years, as well as "Album of the Year," during the 1980s.
Sir Lancelot
Steven Springer and Brian Pinard performed as "The Knights of The Holy Trinity" to accompany Brian Pinard's uncle, famous calypso artist Sir Lancelot. They recorded Sir Lancelot's final album, called Pinaryhymns – Religious Calypso.
Trinidad Calypso Band
Touring worldwide, Springer was a featured artist at the 1988
, performing with the Trinidad Calypso Band.Trinidad Tripoli Steel Band
Upon returning to the United States, Springer moved to
NiteFlight
Steven teamed up with Joseph Allen (keyboards, vocals), Dector Scott (bass guitar, vocals), Norris George (
Tropicooljazz
Inspired by a visit to Trinidad, Steven Springer decided to write and record some new songs, featuring a new style of jazz he dubbed "Tropicooljazz," which was a melting pot of all of the music that has influenced him:
Jungle
In 2010, Steven began a musical project with drummer and percussionist Muruga Booker as well as bass guitarist Dave Sharp consisting of a fusion of world, funk, rock, Caribbean and tropical jazz. They released a self-titled CD in late 2010 that was recorded live at Muruga's Sage Ct. Studio in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Steven & Steven
In 2010, Springer recorded a duet project with Muruga Booker entitled Spirit Fire.
Awards
Springer was chosen "Best Guitar Player," every year from 1990 to 1993, at the annual Detroit Music Awards.
Influences
Growing up in Trinidad, Springer was inspired by the melodic lilting sound of soca and calypso, and he started playing guitar at a young age. He was intrigued by the fusion of many different cultures and beautiful natural features of Trinidad, and loved to listen to the
Personal life
Family
Steven Springer was married to Denise Dooley, and they lived in
Equipment
Guitars
Steven Springer endorsed and played Xaviere guitars, and Alden Guitars. He also used
Partial discography
This is only a partial discography. Steven Springer performed on more than 25 albums, as well as a guest artist on countless recordings. His song "Shashee" was released by Sony Music as part of a CD compilation.
Sanctuary
- Sanctuary
- Sanctuary 2
- Sanctuary 3
Sir Lancelot
- Pinardhymns – Religious Calypso
Trinidad Tripoli Steel Band
- Trinidad Tripoli Live'
- HOTLIKEFIRE
NiteFlight
- NiteFlight Caribbean
- Speaking Out
- NiteFlight.us
Tropicooljazz
- Tropicooljazz
- Tropicooljazz 2
- Three Came For Me
- Tropicooljazz 4.0
- My Standards
- My Stories
Jungle
- Jungle
Steven and Steven
- Spirit Fire
Solo
- Caribbean Casino
- Caribbean Collection 1
- Caribbean Collection 2
- Satisfyingly
References
- ^ J Stevens. "Steven Springer, guitarist dies at age 60 of cancer". AnnArbor.com. Archived from the original on October 6, 2012. Retrieved September 13, 2012.