For me, the singer is actually the most important element. When I work with someone, it all comes down to whether I like the singer or not.

I am completely serious. When I decide to do something, I decide to really do it.

I am not a rock producer. I don't see that. I once turned down Guns N' Roses. I don't like shouting. I'm a melody guy. I love great melody.

My personality is very good for nurturing. I'm very empathetic to my artists. You speak to anyone who's worked with me and they'll say, "Oh yeah, Steve's great. He doesn't have the ego."

For me, the singer is actually the most important element. When I work with someone, it all comes down to whether I like the singer or not.

There is very little genuine rock and roll out there at the moment - but Steve Conte has hit the nail on the head with this one!

Lots of people say it's the song. For me, it's not always the song - there's something bigger: the spirit of an artist.