studio · 2012

Dream & Believe

He produced this one himself. Seven originals, his name as writer and publisher, and a baritone that already knew Elvis and Cash by handshake, not by costume.

“Would He Believe” came after a pilgrimage to Memphis. The Imperials sit on the vocal. In August and September 2012 it was #1 on Netherlands country radio — the song that still opens rooms for Elvis fans, and the one built for Elvis Week 2027.

“Lonely Bed” — Barbara Orbison, Roy’s wife, who handled most of his affairs, called: he had just finished Mystery Girl, he was planning to record more, and he felt Lonely Bed would fit well. After he came off tour he passed away, December 6, 1988.

He picked “By Day By Day” (Dennis Linde) because Elvis was booked to cut it in January 1977 for Moody Blue and missed the session. Steven put it on the debut to keep that line of the songbook alive.

This is the only physical CD available now. Jewel case, liner notes, the debut that started the house. More CDs coming soon — the rest of the catalog is download until then.

Produced by Steven Kent · Published by Steven Kent Music (originals, BMI) · Physical CD

1. 01Your HeartSteven Kent Barker3:22
2. 02Don't Make Me Cry AnymoreSteven Kent Barker3:34
3. 03Perfect MorningSteven Kent Barker3:27
4. 04I'm the Music ManDavid G. Smith / Steven Kent Barker3:12
5. 05Lonely BedSteven Kent BarkerWritten early 1980s. Barbara Orbison called after Mystery Girl — Roy planned to cut it and never did. Steven cut it here. Roy passed December 6, 1988, after coming off tour.3:41
6. 06Would He BelieveSteven Kent Barker4:16
7. 07Midnight BluesCharlie Rich (cover)3:38
8. 08One More TimeSteven Kent Barker3:18
9. 09By Day By DayDennis Linde (cover)3:09
10. 10I Believe in MusicMac Davis (cover)3:21