STEVE CONTE – The Concrete Jangle (2024)
There are certain artists who just define what a New York City rock song should sound like. These songs have attitude and grit, but find a way to sparkle and soar like skyscrapers. It’s a rare blend, and when the concrete, steel, and vibe come together the impact they make is unmistakable, and usually lasting.
STEVE CONTE is one of these. Known for his work with the New York Dolls and current Michael Monroe guitarist, Conte has spent his entire career honing his craft collaborating with a diverse range of artists, including Peter Wolf, Eric Burdon of the Animals, Billy Squier, Maceo Parker, and he even served as the rehearsal vocalist for Paul Simon during solo and Simon and Garfunkel tours.
That has all come together on his new album, ”The Concrete Jangle”, a stellar album that will captivate with its energetic vibe and rock ‘n’ roll spirit. The collaborations featured on this record are a testament to Conte’s influence in the rock world, with a line-up that reads like a who’s who in the industry.
Steve Conte fittingly, is on Steve Van Zandt’s Wicked Cool Records, and perhaps best represents what the vision for the company has always been built around. This music may not be intended to save rock and roll, but to anyone who decides to hit “play,” it will be a gateway back to a moment when Rock really did rule the world, and every one of us wished we could play guitar; maybe still do.
01 – Fourth of July
02 – Hey Hey Hey (Aren’t You The One)
03 – We Like It
04 – Shoot Out The Stars
05 – One Last Bell
06 – Motor City Love Machine
07 – All Tied Up
08 – Decomposing A Song For You
09 – Girl With No Name
10 – I Dream Her
11 – Dog Days of Summer
12 – Poison Candy Heart
Steve Conte – Lead & Backing Vocals, All Guitars, Keyboards
Prairie Prince – Drums
John Conte – Bass
Thommy Price – Drums (All Tied Up, Decomposing A Song For You)
Brian Delaney – Drums (Motor City Love Machine)
Andrew Hollander – Piano (Fourth Of July, All Tied Up)
Rob Schwimmer – Ondioline, Continuum & Andromeda Keyboards
Mark Stewart – Cello
Zia Conte – Backing Vocals
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