Steve Stevens facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Steve Stevens
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| Birth name | Steven Bruce Schneider |
| Born | May 5, 1959 New York City, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1979–present |
| Associated acts | Billy Idol, Bozzio Levin Stevens, Peter Criss, Kings of Chaos, Vince Neil, Deadland Ritual |
Steve Stevens (born Steven Bruce Schneider on May 5, 1959) is a famous American rock guitarist. He is best known for being the guitarist and a songwriting partner for the rock star Billy Idol. Stevens also won a Grammy Award for the song "Top Gun Anthem" from the movie Top Gun.
Stevens is a very skilled musician who has worked with many famous artists. He played guitar for Michael Jackson on his hit song "Dirty Diana". He has also recorded with Robert Palmer and Ric Ocasek of the band The Cars.
In 2025, Stevens and Billy Idol were nominated for a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This is a huge honor for musicians. You might also have seen Stevens and his wife, Josie, on the TV show Married to Rock.
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Music Career
Steve Stevens has had a long and exciting career in music. He is famous for his unique guitar sounds and energetic style.
Working with Billy Idol
The most famous part of Stevens's career is his work with Billy Idol. They started working together in the early 1980s. Stevens helped write and play on some of Idol's biggest albums, including:
- Billy Idol (1982)
- Rebel Yell (1983)
- Whiplash Smile (1986)
- Kings & Queens of the Underground (2014)
Their partnership created classic rock songs that are still popular today.
Solo Albums and Other Bands
Besides his work with Billy Idol, Stevens has released his own albums. These albums show off his amazing guitar skills in different styles of music. His solo albums include Atomic Playboys (1989), Flamenco a Go-Go (1999), and Memory Crash (2008).
He was also a founding member of a supergroup called Bozzio Levin Stevens. A supergroup is a band made up of musicians who are already famous from other bands.
Famous Collaborations
One of Stevens's most well-known performances is the "Top Gun Anthem". He recorded this powerful instrumental song with Harold Faltermeyer for the 1986 movie Top Gun. The song was so popular that it won a Grammy Award.
He also played the fiery guitar solo on Michael Jackson's 1988 hit song, "Dirty Diana". Over the years, he has played on albums for many other artists, including Peter Criss (from the band Kiss), the Thompson Twins, and Sebastian Bach.
See also
In Spanish: Steve Stevens para niños
