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Steve Eales released his debut solo album in 2007 in the tough niche of the country music genre. Despite his style being harder edged, rock driven music, he still made his mark and the album collected 17 national awards. Known to always push the boundaries with his writing and recordings Steve's second album, once again packed with songs of great story content, struggled at the restraints of traditional country music. But it too gained recognition with radio chart positions in Australia, USA and Canada and scored a bunch more awards including the prestigious APRA Award for Country Composition. This year, the release of the third album "The Open Road" has truly established Steve Eales as a genuine Australian songwriting asset. At times in this album you'd think you were listening to a "roots rock" artist, then you're hit with a pop inspired track. If the term "crossover" is still applicable in today's popular music, Steve's new musical direction would be the epitome of that title.