BIO

When Steve Junot moved to Southwest Florida, he didn’t waste any time getting back to what he loves—making music. One of the first things he did was reconnect with his high school friend and longtime drummer James Varnado. James is no ordinary drummer—he’s shared the stage with legends like Dickey Betts and George Porter Jr. Together, they started jamming again, and soon enough, Steve Junot and the Infamous was born.

At their core, it’s Steve on guitar and vocals and James on drums. They rotate in two powerhouse bass players—Corey Duplechien (when he's not out touring with Tab Benoit), and Barry Williams, who steps in when needed. No matter which lineup you catch, the groove is always locked in.

Here’s the thing: the live show is a whole different animal than the album. The songs may start the same, but where they end up? That’s anybody’s guess. The band leans into the moment, stretching songs out, going deep into improvisation and jams. As James says, "We don't just jam to show off—we do it to make people feel something. It's like taking the crowd on a road trip."

The live vibe is infectious—equal parts blues, rock, and funk, with a jam band soul. Steve’s guitar playing is super rhythmic—he treats the guitar more like a drum than a traditional lead instrument. That rhythm-first approach gives the music its drive and flavor, pulling from New Orleans funk, Louisiana zydeco, and gritty rock & roll.

Every show is different. Seriously—you’ll never hear the same set twice. These guys play like one mind, flowing together, feeding off the crowd and each other. One night it’s smooth and funky, the next it’s wild and raw. Anything can happen... and usually does.

If you’re into blues, funk, rock, and bands that know how to jam without losing the groove, you’re going to love this band.

As for their recorded music, the debut album is called Last Shot. Steve jokes that while it’s their first album, it's also their last full one. These days, they release singles more often instead of waiting to drop full records.

So what does the music sound like? Picture B.B. King jamming with The Meters and The Black Keys. It's rootsy, funky, modern—and completely their own.

Or as one reviewer put it: "Steve Junot and the Infamous are too good to pass up. Filled with fiery guitar, soulful vocals, and a vibe that feels both old-school and fresh—it’s music made from the heart, without following the rules."

That’s what Steve Junot and the Infamous are all about.

Oh—and if you were wondering: Junot is pronounced "Juno," and Houma (where Steve’s from) is "Home-uh."

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What The Press
Is Saying:

Steve Junot and the Infamous’ new album isn’t just the meatiest underground blues-rock has dropped in a while – it’s also the most enduringly appealing.--Melody Maker Magazine

Junot shows just as much of an interest in making these tracks palatable to the casual listener as he does the diehard blues brother, and despite the difficulties in doing so, he balances out the elements of pop, soul, and rock without ever skipping a beat.--Indie Shark

The indie scene was asking for some stone-cold blues riffs, and Junot answered the call with a satisfying sound in this LP that I don’t plan on popping out of my stereo anytime soon--Hollywood Digest

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