BERLO

Berlo is what one would call a “prolific singer/songwriter” and Box of Rocks is what one would call a “remarkable rock band,” but together they transcend these labels, creating original music that worships the almighty melody, revels in instrumental expression, and propels the soul like rock was meant to. All the while displaying an energy and devotion to the craft of live performing that results in the ultimate musical communal experience for everyone. To say Berlo & Box of Rocks is more than the musical sum of its parts would be an understatement indeed.

As a singer and songwriter Berlo (Steve Berlowski) has been writing and performing his version of “acoustic rock and beyond” in the South Florida area for over 15 years after migrating from his birthplace, land of beer and cheese, Milwaukee Wisconsin. He creates music that brings the listener back to the foundation and tradition of rock & roll in its most enjoyable form.. the song! He continues to explore the boundaries of the singer/songwriter genre by blending folk, pop, country, and alternative rock influences that mesh with his introspective and existential lyrical musings.

Berlo’s music is acoustic in its nature but rocking in its execution. It is catchy in its songwriting and passionate in its delivery with a nod in style and feel to artists like Wilco, Tom Petty, The Counting Crows, Bruce Springsteen, and Ryan Adams. His quest for a band that could do this ambitious brand of rock and roll justice lead to the formation of Box of Rocks over 15 years ago; a tight group born out of a desire to take his live shows to the next level. On Bass is Ken Gruneisen, a prolific player that invigorates the music with his omnipotent grasp of the bass as the ultimate rock instrument. Josh Davis tackles the rhythmic pulse of the drums with a feel that is tight, subtle, and stylistic with Berlo providing the acoustic and electric guitars and vocals for his original tunes as well as unique arrangements of classics and a few obscure rock numbers, the band has gained recognition and a devoted following throughout the South Florida bar and private party circuit. Venue owners know that when Berlo and his band show up the crowd will be engaged, the music will be special, and the venue will be rocking.

Berlo's released his first full length CD, “All For The Story” in 2005;a CD that benefits from the remarkable and collaborative musical contributions of Box of Rocks and is hard at work with the band's first ever all original CD titled "Going for the Gun" set for release this year. These days he and the band can be found rallying the patrons at their regular South Florida venues; creating the buzz that only a harmony singing acoustic rock alternative band can.