Hello and welcome to the official website of Steve Florian.

Steve is a talented, up-and-coming drummer from Chicago, IL. His playing combines solid, melodic groove with a deep understanding of rhythmic complexity, producing a sonic vortex that is artistically-creative and intellectually-challenging, yet still widely-accessible and popularly-viable. Whether performing live, recording in the studio, or teaching private lessons, Steve exudes unparalleled joy, passion, and love for the art of drumming.


Here’s what people have to say about Steve’s drumming:

“He has a serious talent for keeping a blazing-fast rhythm constantly driving forward, but also always shifting on the move. He changes patterns so seamlessly through different sections, all while maintaining the rapidfire pace.”
– Jeremy Frazier, writer for Chicago Jam Scene.

“He’s a beat master!”
– Matt Rezetko, drummer for Raoul Duke.

“He’s like a combination between John Bonham and Neil Pert. Elvin Jones is not dead!”
– Neal O’Hara, keyboardist for The Reverend Funk Connection.


Steve's bands:

IndigoSun

Conflux

Lessons:

Steve also teaches private lessons in Chicago, IL, and is currently accepting new students. Please visit the “Lessons” tab to get more information.