Album Notes

Stephen Rawlings is a singer/songwriter currently residing in Houston, Texas. Influenced from an early age by a broad spectrum of bands and musicians, Stephen now finds his indie rock sound nomadically wandering through a triangle loosely bordered by modern Detroit garage rock (The White Stripes and The Von Bondies), Portland indie rock (Viva Voce and The Decemberists) and the Delta Blues (Son House and Robert Johnson). Combining melodic phrases and subtle wordplay, his songs take on such topics as life, love, and the infinitely confusing nature of both.

The eponymous debut attempts to recreate and build on the live performances fans have come to expect from Stephen and it does so with intensity. Showcasing sounds ranging from heavy guitars to acoustic ballads laced with piano this album undoubtedly has something for everyone.