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Steven M. Berlin (born September 14, 1955, in Philadelphia) is an American saxophonist, keyboardist and record producer, best known as a member of the rock group Los Lobos and, before that, Top Jimmy & the Rhythm Pigs, the Blasters, and the Flesh Eaters.
Steve Berlin, who was born in Philadelphia, played saxophone for the Blasters then left the group to join Los Lobos. When he joined the band, Berlin spoke about his similar record collection to the other members of Los Lobos, where they shared loves for George Jones and Hank Williams.
Jul 30, 2021 · The keyboardist and saxophonist of Los Lobos talks about his new album of cover songs by L.A. artists, his live shows in Portland and San Francisco, and his long friendship with the band. He also shares his insights on the secret of their longevity and their trust in their instincts.
Dec 28, 2010 · Steve Berlin (saxophone, keyboards) joined the band 10 years later, after making the transition from another seminal L.A. outfit, the Blasters. The line-up hasn’t wavered since. “It’s all in the mists of times,” Berlin says.
A longtime mainstay of the Los Angeles music scene, saxophonist Steve Berlin enjoyed perhaps his greatest prominence as a member of Los Lobos, although he was also a sought-after producer and session…. Read Full Biography.
Nov 29, 2019 · When Steve Berlin was honing his killer sax chops in his native Philadephia in the 70’s and 80’s, he was ripping it up with bands like Jimmy and the Rhythm Pigs, the Flesh Eaters and most notably, with the Alvin brothers in The Blasters.
Sep 14, 2012 · An interview with the multi-instrumentalist and producer who has worked with Los Lobos, R.E.M., The Replacements, and more. He talks about the making of Kiko, his experience with The Neighborhood, and his encounters with homeless musicians in downtown L.A.
