Gary Ogan

Steve James Wright

Steve left home in Seal Beach, California, in 1977 to pursue his rock ‘n’ roll dreams with the infamous jam band Little Women. Over the next seven years, he developed his own sound as a lead guitarist and found his own voice as a songwriter. He adopted Portland as a home base in 1989, where his career has continued to blossom. His reputation alone as a prized session player has led to several lasting associations with such local favorites as the ska-rock band, the Crazy 8’s. Exhibiting equal dexterity on vocals, guitar (electric and acoustic), slide guitar and mandolin, has provided Steve with a steady stream of musical collaborations, as well as being an honorary/ongoing member of Portland’s roots-rock favorites, the X-Angels, which continues to this day.