Posted in Minimalist Pop on Aug 29th, 2009 No Comments »
It’s acoustic folk-pop, done in a style you may be all too familiar with, but its maker, one Stephen Steinbrink of Phoenix, AZ, has a control over the pop form that is enviably rich. He’s a great songwriter without relying on deception or style, and his best songs are instantly memorable. Ten short offerings from an unimpeachable young talent. Outstanding.
Dusted Magazine
In June [3:47]
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Posted in Minimalist Pop on Jul 11th, 2009 No Comments »
Stephen Steinbrink’s songs, while entirely subtle, are rich with cunning melodies. Ugly Unknowns is heartbreaking in its delivery and startling in its confrontational nature. All the while, Steinbrink writes within the rickety, imperfect framework of a lo-fi pop song. Therein lies the simple brilliance and beauty of Ugly Unknowns.
Sound As Language
I Don’t Ever Want to Get Stabbed [2:36]
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