The Steel Power ATX Story
Our Beginning
Steel Power began in 1984 with Rico Clarence in New York! Back in the 90s they could be heard on 4th Street and 6th Street in Austin. Many Austinites remember the band at Liberty Lunch performing soca and calypso music.
Steel Power Today
Austin's Steel Power Returns: Bringing Caribbean Beats to the Heart of Texas Once Again
After a hiatus that left fans eagerly anticipating their return, Steel Power, the pioneering band known for infusing the vibrant soca and calypso rhythmic sounds of Trinidad and Tobago into the heart of Austin, is thrilled to announce their highly-anticipated reunion..
Steel Power is captivating audiences with their infectious rhythms, vocals and energetic performances. Steel Power is poised to reignite the local Austin music scene, reaffirming the City's status as a vibrant melting pot of diverse musical influences
"We performed our first gig in over 25 years last month, and despite the time that passed, we saw familiar faces reminding us just how timeless soca and calypso music truly is," Steel Power founder Rico Clarence said. "The crowd shared our renewed passion for sharing my cultural heritage with music from the islands of Trinidad and Tobago with the Austin community."
Steel Power promises not only electrifying live performances, but also fresh, original music that celebrates the rich tapestry of the Caribbean culture. Their music transports listeners to the sun-soaked islands of the Caribbean, infusing every performance with joy, rhythm, and soul.