Album Notes

The forces that drive the Steve Carson Band have created music to capture listeners and open minds. These same forces have forged unbreakable relationships between this four member alternative rock group. Steve Carson(vocals, acoustic / electric guitar, piano) has been a vital presence in the Los Angeles and Orange County music community for several years. Having fronted groups and ventured into solo pursuits, Steve Carson has developed his songwriting and vocal ability into what it is today. Steve's vision and passion to connect with listeners is a constant driving force. It is this internal drive that created the desire to expand his solo efforts into a new band, one that would share his same vision and passion.

In January 2003 two accomplished musicians began to accompany Steve at acoustic performances. Darren Carr(drums/percussion) and Bruce Yolken(bass guitar) have long established themselves as seasoned stage and recording artists. In joining Steve, Darren and Bruce have engaged their individual styles to create a rhythm section that elevates the drive and emotion of the songs. The chemistry between the three was instant and audiences began to grow with each performance. By August, Steve had recorded and released "2 Days In The Compound", an acoustic three song EP recorded at the Compound Studio in Long Beach, CA. A glowing review of the three cuts popped up in the Orange County Register by Robert Kinsler.

"Steve Carson's three-song '2 Days In The Compound' showcases his emotive vocals and multi-instrumental skills. Carson shows he has a good ear for combining a rock singers instrument with a troubadours heart."

It was shortly after the release of the EP that it was time for Darren to get back behind a full drum kit once again, setting aside the shakers and djembe and delivering a full sound with the energy the songs needed to truly come alive. The one thing needed to complete the transformation was a lead guitarist who could share the same vision, an artist that had a drive and ambition that matched its other three members.

Through mutual friends, a potential guitarist was given a copy of "2 Days In The Compound" in late November 2003. Jameson was drawn to the songs and scheduled an audition. He brought with him melodies and guitar tones that sounded so original yet comfortable and close to home. The band was complete, scb was born.

With chemistry in full bloom and after months of writing, rehearsing and performing in O.C. and L.A., scb entered the studio to record their debut EP "Settle Down", which was released in August 2004. Following the release, the Orange County Registers Robert Kinsler wrote:

"From the anthemic force of 'Obvious' and 'Drawn on Faces' to the melodic 'Kite', the quartet mines past and present while carving out a sound of its own, blending modern rock forcefully with shadowy ghosts recalling the magic of '80s outfits such as the Church and Wire Train. Carson has a powerful and distinctive voice but wisely uses emotion instead of bombast to bring depth to the five songs showcased on 'Settle Down'."

Independent sales of the EP were moving well when XM Satellite Radio began airing the single "Puzzle Pieces". A new plateau was reached in early 2005 when scb performed live on the air for the syndicated radio program, "The Mark and Brian Show".

In April 2005 scb returned to the studio to begin work on their second EP "Kindness". As the band develops its relationship, one can only imagine the music to follow will be innovative and influential. The band works as a family and the result is something that is truly magical. Honesty and integrity is an important aspect to the band's imagery. Believing in the songs, each other and in their fans is their mantra.