In The Pines: Painting By Numbers [Album Review]

In The PinesPainting By NumbersSoul Step Records [2023] Cincinnati’s In The Pines has recently released their newest record, Painting By Numbers, where the group effortlessly weaves a sonic tapestry that resonates with both introspection and exuberance. From the opening notes of the album, listeners are immediately enveloped in a lush soundscape that transcends genre boundaries. … Read more

This Pine Box: The Way Out (Fall Swirl Vinyl | 100 Copies)

Soul Step Records has announced that their next release is from Springboro OH’s This Pine Box. This band has been maturing and making local waves since 2016. You may remember we featured them in our Bandcamp discover series and their big break was being named WNKU’s “Artist of The Month.” They also were featured at … Read more

Brian Owens: Soul Of Cash [Album Review]

Brian Owens Soul Of Cash Soul Step Records [2018] Fire Note Says: Brian Owens shares his soul with Johnny Cash! Album Review: I think in today’s vast music scene, cover records are merely blown off as a novelty or simply overlooked. Even for established artists, a cover record is typically assumed to just be a … Read more