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Steven Gene Wold (né Leach; March 19, 1951), commonly known as Seasick Steve, is an American blues musician. He plays mostly personalized guitars and sings, usually about his early life doing casual work. From the late 1960s, he worked as a musician and recording engineer in the US and Europe; he played bass in Shanti and was in a disco band called Crystal Grass as well as other bands. He also pursued other works, including producing an album for Modest Mouse. He achieved his breakthrough, initially in the UK, at the end of 2006 when he appeared on Jools Holland's annual Hootenanny as Seasick Steve. He has since released a number of commercially successful albums, including I Started Out with Nothin and I Still Got Most of It Left, Man from Another Time, and Sonic Soul Surfer.

Quick facts about Seasick Steve

  • Full name: Seasick Steve
  • Born: 1951-01-01
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q460682

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Who is Seasick Steve?

Steven Gene Wold (né Leach; March 19, 1951), commonly known as Seasick Steve, is an American blues musician.

What nationality is Seasick Steve?

Seasick Steve is United States.

When was Seasick Steve born?

Seasick Steve was born on 1951-01-01.

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