016: The Modern Day Renaissance Man, Steve Azar

Steve Azar is a singer and songwriter that marries country, rock, and blues influences to create “Delta-Soul.” Inspired by the state of Mississippi, Steve wrote many successful tracks that topped the country charts including “Waitin’ On Joe,” “I Don’t Have to Be Me,” and “Sunshine.” After many ups and downs in the beginning of his career, Steve found his musical purpose in his roots. Steve has been recognized by many notable figures including Reba McEntire, Taylor Swift, and Oprah. He is currently working on multiple projects, including the Mighty Mississippi Music Festival, The Steve Azar St. Cecilia Foundation, producing, and continuously playing music.In this episode, we will be discussing: Influence of the Mississippi Delta on SteveSteve’s journey to finding his musical purposeThe inspiration behind “Waitin on Joe”Steve’s first album and the essence it capturedTroubles Steve faced with his first popular trackThe link between music and peopleHow “Sunshine” ignited a change in Steve’s lifeSteve’s interactions with other famous individualsSteve’s mission to help and where it stemmed fromMississippi festivals opened to SteveLegendary music acts influencing SteveThe soon-to-be-released documentary by Steve’s sonResources Mentioned in This Episode:Steve's Music WebsiteSteve's WebsiteInfo on Something in the WaterSomething in the Water Trailer 1Something in the Water Trailer 2Upcoming Mighty Mississippi Music FestivalSteve Playing "Fly" at 2015 FIS World Alpine Ski Championships