Steven Keene

Steven Keene is a Brooklyn-born singer-songwriter and poet-folk artist who got his start in the New York City Greenwich Village folk scene in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Deeply influenced by Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, he honed his craft playing legendary Village clubs such as The Bottom Line and CBGB’s, earning a reputation for his emotive vocals and introspective songwriting. His early albums, including *Keene On Dylan* (1990) and *No Alternative* (1995), featured collaborations with members of Dylan’s band and helped establish him as a respected voice in contemporary folk.

After a period of personal reflection and a hiatus from the spotlight in the early 2000s, Keene returned with renewed creative energy. His recent works, such as the albums *Them and Us* (2021) and *Woke* (2022), showcase his ongoing engagement with social and political themes, with songs that blend empathy and sharp observational storytelling. Keene produces his own music and continues to work with a close cadre of skilled musicians, preserving a classic folk sound with a modern sensibility. His latest singles like "Notice Me" and "Thesaurus" pay tribute to his influences while capturing the complexities of today’s world, proving he remains a vital and relevant figure in the folk music landscape.

Genres

Soft Pop

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Latest Release

Notice Me

Steven Keene

Album - 13 Tracks - Released August 1, 2025