STEVE OLIVER

“INNER FIRE”

the new ALBUM - out JUNE 12TH. AVAILABLE FOR PRe-ORDER NOW!

Fueled by the strength of his ever-present positive mindset, multi-time Billboard chart-topping
guitarist, singer, and songwriter Steve Oliver rises from a personally demanding year with renewed purpose and a powerful new album, Inner Fire, set for release June 12th. 

Providing an enticing first glimpse into the album’s vibrant sound, Oliver released the lead single “Dancing in the Sand,” an exotic Latin-tinged groove showcasing his signature guitar melodies and soaring vocalese hooks. The track features a dazzling duet with acclaimed guitarist Peter White, whose mesmerizing fretwork adds an extra layer of magic to the recording. In its debut week, “Dancing in the Sand” was added to SiriusXM Watercolors, featured on The Dave Koz Lounge, and quickly became the most-added new single on the Billboard and Mediabase smooth jazz radio charts.

Oliver is a sonic alchemist, fusing vibrant shades of jazz, R&B, and pop into a rich, dynamic soundscape.
Guided by his electric, nylon-string, and acoustic guitar work, he weaves expansive harmonies and lush melodies into deep-pocket grooves. As both composer and producer, Oliver describes Inner Fire as a musical journey through adversity, embracing change, overcoming challenges, and ultimately finding inner strength, renewed hope, and the promise of a new day.

Thank you Rick Scott for the album write-up.

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ABOUT STEVE

Steve Oliver is a multifaceted American guitarist, vocalist, and producer celebrated for his vibrant fusion of contemporary jazz, pop, world music, and electronic textures. Often described as a "sonic alchemist," he is best known for blending acoustic, electric, and nylon-string guitars with innovative guitar synths and his signature melodic vocalese—a wordless vocal style that adds a human element to his rich instrumental arrangements.

Since his breakthrough in the late 1990s, Oliver has become a mainstay on smooth jazz radio, securing multiple #1 Billboard hits and over a dozen Top Ten singles, including fan favorites like "Global Kiss" and "Fun In The Sun".

As a touring musician, Steve has headlined iconic venues and festivals worldwide such as Playboy Jazz Festival, Catalina Island Jazztrax Festival, Mallorca Smooth Jazz Festival in Spain, Seabreeze Jazz Festival, Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival, Berks Jazz Festival, Newport Beach Jazz Festival, Dave Koz Cruises, Pizza Express London, Yoshi’s Oakland, Thornton Winery Temecula, Scullers Boston, O’Hare Jazz Festival Chicago, Perfect Note Atlanta, Spaghettini Seal Beach, South Jazz Kitchen Philadelphia, Middle C Jazz Charlotte, and many others.

Throughout his career, Oliver has collaborated with legendary musicians such as bassist Leland Sklar and drummer Vinnie Colaiuta. His musical journey began in California, influenced by a diverse mix of progressive rock and jazz icons like Pat Metheny and Wes Montgomery. Beyond his recording career, he is a prolific live performer, headlining major international events like the Mallorca Smooth Jazz Festival and touring globally with his high-energy "musical therapy" shows. He is also a sought-after producer for film and television, recently contributing to the 2022 film Lee’d The Way.

Steve is a versatile force in contemporary jazz, having written for and produced an impressive roster of artists. One of his most significant partnerships is with keyboardist Brian Simpson, with whom he co-wrote and produced the #1 Billboard albums Unified and The Road Never Ends. He is also a frequent collaborator with Grammy-winning pianist Omar Akram and has contributed songwriting and production to hit projects for saxophonists Vincent Ingala and Paul Taylor.

Steve’s own recordings have featured notable musicians from the world of contemporary jazz and pop, including Nathan East, Vinnie Colaiuta, Harvey Mason, Eric Marienthal, Leland Sklar, Nelson Rangell, Jeff Kashiwa, Jimmy Haslip, Steve Madaio, Tom Schuman, Brandon Fields, Brian Bromberg, Rick Braun, Alan Hewitt, Bob Baldwin, Michael Paulo, Joel Taylor, Steve Reid, Darren Rahn, Melvin Davis, Warren Hill, Paul Taylor, Gerald Veasley, Will Donato, Will Kennedy, Rob Mullins, Billy Sherwood, Scott Ambush, Jim Peterik, Mel Brown, Walle Larsson, Larry Antonino, Tony Guerrero, Greg Vail and more.

His influence extends across the smooth jazz charts through work with Nicholas Cole, Andrew Neu, and Will Donato. Oliver has also lent his expertise to industry icons like Rick Braun, Larry Carlton, and Gato Barbieri. Interestingly, his writing credits reach into the rock and R&B worlds as well, including a collaboration with Jim Peterik of Survivor and work with the Neville Brothers.

His latest chapter is marked by the single "Dancing in the Sand," a joyous, Latin-tinged track featuring long-time friend and fellow guitar icon Peter White. The collaboration quickly became a standout hit, debuting as a Billboard Top 20 single and gaining heavy rotation on SiriusXM Watercolors. This track serves as the lead single for his highly anticipated 15th studio album, Inner Fire, which is officially set for release on June 12, 2026.

Oliver describes Inner Fire as a musical journey through adversity, born from a personally demanding year that tested and transformed him. The album explores themes of resilience and renewal.

Beyond his recording career, Oliver remains a prolific live performer, headlining major international events such as the Algarve Smooth Jazz Festival in Portugal and the Seabreeze Jazz Festival. His high-energy shows, often described as "musical therapy," showcase his "one-man band" capabilities where he uses his signature synth guitar to trigger orchestral, piano, and bass sounds simultaneously.

WIDE SKY STUDIOS

Steve owns and operates Wide Sky Studios in the California desert near Palm Springs.
Capabilities and amenities include full production equipment, instruments, vocal booth, the latest software, recording, mixing, and mastering. Private on-site lodging is available as well.

Steve is also available as a producer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and engineer.

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