Steve Counsel is stepping out front once more with his Internationally acclaimed debut Christian Rock 'n' Worship CD. His edgy vocal with it's retro soul vibe cuts across the divide between Christian and secular.

12 MP3 Songs
GOSPEL: Contemporary Gospel, ROCK: Roots Rock



Details:
"Steve's music.....gives it to you raw and real, talking about things like desperation and the majestic nature of God."
Worship Leader Magazine, Sept 05

"If you think the phrase "dirty guitar" means getting a finger print mark on your nice clean Taylor acoustic during the Contemporary Worship service then beware; this is worship music played from the hip on a Les Paul with the guitar strap worn at its longest setting!"
Andy Piercy, producer (Delirious, Matt Redman, Rita Springer) London Oct 2005

"a studio worship album packed with vibe and free from musical cliché ........ with a raspy soulful passion."
Cross Rhythms, Mike Rimmer Sept 05


"...if you need to take a hammer to the candied musical stasis you find in the local Bible bookstore, grab a copy of Broken Bones and swing away."
Worship Leader Magazine, Sept 05

Bio:
Steve Counsel, Visionary, singer, songwriter,worship leader guitarist, composer, producer, was born and raised in London, England. His latest CD "Broken Bones Rejoice", features a duet with the incredible rock'n'roll worship diva Kate Miner and is produced by Tom Lillo (Lifehouse, Kate Miner)

His songs are ignited with gritty guitar and inspired lyrics, the mix of rock, country and gospel create a musical landscape that takes the listener on a journey, ultimately leading to an intimate place of worship in an unpretentious and fresh way.

Steve accepted Jesus Christ into his life in 1997 and was instantaneously delivered from 16 years of cocaine addition. After this radical born again experience, he turned away from the Rock 'n' Roll lifestyle, but stayed true to his Rock 'n' Roll musical roots. Today he is using his music and his testimony to Glorify God and touch the lives of thousands.

Steve B.C. (before Christ) was no stranger to the music scene. He toured Europe extensively as a "gun for hire", playing to enthusiastic audiences across all of Europe.

His own band Miles Over Matter (WEA records) was described by NME editor Steve Sutherland as "the most exciting live band since the Sex Pistols". Counsel came to the United States with The London Cowboys (MCA records), where he has since lived.

He fronted LA's infamous retro garage band The Homewreckers, which featured Craig Ross (Lenny Kravitz Band) and Mark Ford (The Black Crows). The Homewreckers critically acclaimed CD "Out Of The Shadow's," produced by Kim Simmonds of Savoy Brown, was released on New York indie Viceroy Records.

Steve list of credits include LA Gunns' 3rd album as well as recording and touring with UK top ten rock act the The Quireboys. He worked with Shane McGowen of the Pogues on British TV and is featured on various movie and TV sound tracks.

He has recently completed a 4-year stint as Worship leader at Malibu Vineyard in California.

Counsel also recently made his debut as Music Director and Composer for the original rock opera "Urban Messiah" which will be premiering in Hollywood this winter.


You can contact Steve by
email: stevecounsel@yahoo.com