From the gritty streets of Chicago’s South Side, Steve Ramone has been a cornerstone of the city’s music scene for nearly a decade. His blue-collar pop-rock-n-roll, shaped by his working-class upbringing, offers a glimpse into his world.

Offstage, Ramone’s easygoing charm belies a focused performer. His music, filled with stories of plumbers, carpenters, and concrete workers, reflects the tradesmen tradition that defined his youth.