Even Stevens

Even Stevens is an American songwriter. Biography Stevens was born in Cincinnati and grew up in Lewistown, Ohio. His father, who was a minister, introduced him to music through their local touring and recording family group, The Gospel Balladeers. He was educated at the Indian Lake High School. After finishing his education, Stevens briefly pursued barbering before joining the U.S. Coast Guard as a Morse Code operator. Stationed in California, he began performing in local folk clubs, penning songs, and selling his artwork. Returning to Ohio, Stevens planned to enroll in art school. However, an invitation from his musician uncle, Bob, led him to relocate to Nashville, Tennessee in 1970, a temporary visit that evolved into a permanent stay. Stevens' early years in Nashville were challenging. He survived on minimal accommodations, worked as an airport parking lot attendant, and began collaborating with fellow budding songwriter, Eddie Rabbitt, in 1972. The pair, alongside David Malloy, formed a publishing venture, DebDave/Briarpatch. In 1973, Stevens saw his first song, "I'm in for Stormy Weather," performed by Sammi Smith.