"I'm still highly influenced by the songs of my youth - from the old jazz greats like Stan Getz and Gene Harris to the girl groups of the 60s, and "anything by the Ronettes."

"I'm always naturally producing it seems," he says, "The music appears to be perpetual over here and I welcome it in any form."

And the effort has paid off. Stevens' music has caught the attention of music supervisors and music publishers from coast to coast, and within one month of releasing his first catalog, he was offered a publishing deal. The wide range of songs and slick production on Stevens' current catalog is helping to define an emerging genre of smooth, sophisticated pop.

The music is described as rich and original. His melodies are percussive and textured, while others are heart-felt and serene. All are expertly performed, mixed, and crafted into quality original music. The catalog is a showcase of musicianship that compares to modern artists such as Madonna, John May