The Steve Bell Projects is a platform for Steve Bell, its creator and songwriter, to collaborate with skilled vocalists and instrumentalists to bring his elegant compositions to life.
Emanating from the cultural mosaic of Melbourne, Australia, Steve Bell finds his sonic identity firmly rooted in the rich soil of music’s grandest pantheon – the likes of Earth, Wind and Fire, the Bee Gees, Al Jarreau, Gino Vannelli, and George Benson. The overarching influence of David Foster’s creative opus is an undeniable touchstone in his artistic trajectory.
Bell’s musical leanings veer towards crafting labyrinthine yet melodic compositions, an attribute that owes its genesis to these seminal influences. Bell’s distinct signature—an audacious amalgam of diverse inspirations and his own innovative flair—is boldly etched in his contemporary creations.
His newest offering, It’s A Dream, unveils an audacious venture that deftly weaves the intricate elegance of Bacharach and the melodious harmony of the Bee Gees. Bell, revered for his love of exquisite sonic design, employs this undertaking as a platform to demonstrate his artistic prowess. His pieces, typically comprising catchy tunes and complex arrangements adorned with strings and horns, balance the cutting-edge and the pleasantly familiar. Accompanying Bell on this sonic odyssey are Jennifer Davids and Emma Williams, the harmonious pairing behind ‘The Girls’.
Their shared university days in 2018 marked the genesis of a partnership that transcends the confines of music, intertwining life experiences, shared passions, and the shared joys and tribulations of motherhood, infusing an authentic emotional depth into their performance. Bell acknowledges their seamless alignment with his vision for It’s A Dream. He observes, ‘As Jen and Emma entered the studio, they intuitively tuned into the atmosphere I was aiming to create.
Their interpretation was nothing short of flawless, culminating in a vocal performance reminiscent of Dionne Warwick, especially her delivery in Barry Gibb’s Heartbreaker.’ Drawing from Bell’s intimate musings on his bond with his father, It’s A Dream has the propensity to resonate with a broad spectrum of listeners.
