Steve Jochum

Steve is dedicated singer/songwriter/musician, from the Cleveland Ohio area. He sang, played guitar, and wrote the hit song “Funky Poodle” as a member of “Wild Horses.” “Funky Poodle” is on the soundtrack of the Paramount Movie “You, Me and Dupree” starring Owen Wilson and Kate Hudson.
The song was a “heat seeker” on the Billboard Charts, and went on to be the biggest N.E. Ohio hit, receiving airplay on 101.7 WMMS, as well as 106.5, and KROC in L.A.. “Funky Poodle” was included in a compilation CD on Oglio Records, as well as Esquire Records.
As a member of “Wild Horses,” Steve and the band were voted the Number 1 Cleveland area band for 5 years in a row, due mostly to Steve’s writing, singing, and performing ability. Steve has written hundreds of songs, and recorded 2 albums while with the “Wild Horses,” writing and singing most of the tunes. Steve is honored to be included in Deanna Adams book, “Rock n Roll and the Cleveland Connection” as a major contributor to the N.E. Ohio's music scene. He has shared the stage with The Ramones, Southside Johnny, Warren Zevon, The Beach boys, Michael Stanley, David Johansen, Edwin McCain, and many more. While a member of Golden Hall, he shared the stage with Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, and Hal Ketchum, as well as many others. He also wrote and recorded a number of songs for this WEA project.
Steve is continually honing his writing and performing skills. He currently performs with his band “BIG ZIPPER,” and solo/acoustically. Steve has 3 original music CD's, “Big Zipper,” “Unzipped,” and “SKY.” They are now available at www.FunkyPoodle.net, or CdBaby.com. All songs are written by Stephen M. Jochum.
For music, concert schedule and contact info, please log onto www.FunkyPoodle.net.

Love and Happiness, Steve