For the fall dates announced yesterday (on July 25th, 2006), Steve's touring band will consist of guitarist Jose Neto and percussionist Karl Vanden Bossche. Steve is also pleased to introduce two new bandmates: Paul Booth on sax/flute and Richard Bailey on drums.
At the recent Montreaux Jazz Festival, Steve participated in a tribute to Ahmet Ertegun. Steve received a standing ovation after his performances of "Georgia on My Mind" and "Can't Find My Way Home." Steve selected the latter composition as Blind Faith originally was released on Atco Records (a subsidiary of Atlantic Records) in the USA. Steve also played Hammond Organ alongside George Duke at the finale. Also joining in were Chic & Nile Rodgers, Robert Plant, Stevie Nicks, and Kid Rock. It was an improvised jam--one of those moments where things aren't planned, but turn out very special indeed.
December 23rd, 2005
The entire Winwood Family would like to extend their wishes to everyone for a safe and happy holidays.