SWINGING STEAKS

Recognized for their “musical chops….and tight vocal harmonies,”
Boston’s Swinging Steaks are acknowledged among the
pioneers of the current roots rock/alt country movement.
In fact, Dirty Linen said, “Musically and artistically, the Steaks
rank among the best of the roots-rock leaders.” Propelled by
top-notch songwriter/guitarists Jamie Walker and Tim Giovanniello,
they are also known for their dynamic stage presence and upbeat,
catchy tunes that attract a wide diversity of fans. From full-tilt
rockers to mandolin-driven melodies and soulful ballads, the
band’s material explores a rich diversity go musical Americana.

With seven albums currently to their credit, the Swinging Steaks
resume boasts multiple Boston Pheonix and Boston Music Awards
and appearances at the CMJ Music marathon in New York and
the Nashville Extravaganza. their CD Bare, recorded at the
Old Vienna Kaffehaus in Westboro, MA saw the band come
full-circle, returning to their roots under the alter-ego name,
The Steaks, capturing live and acoustic the sheer naked quality
and power of this band’s live magic.
Their 2002 release, Sunday Best released in Europe on Blue Rose
Records and on their own Thrust label in the U.S. introduced a
new sixth member, Steve Sadler on dobro and lap steel. In 2012
the band released their second live CD as a 20-year anniversary
retrospective which captured the band in a smokin’ youthful
swagger in mid-tour 1993.

As impressive as their credits may be, it’s their charismatic
live performances, reflecting the sheer joy of playing music together,
that keeps their fans coming back for more and making new ones
at every show.
This kind of magic cannot be manufactured or simulated!