The Recording Academy Statement Re: Steve King

New York, NY (Top40 Charts/ The Recording Academy) GRAMMY® winner Steve King was a remarkable engineer whose eclectic and diverse work crossed multiple genres including rap, R&B, gospel, rock, and jazz. In addition to his technical expertise, King was a musician, performer and songwriter, which infused his musical intuition and made him an even more valuable contributor in the studio.

His unassuming nature and dedication to his craft earned him well-deserved respect, and he used his success to give back to his community, sharing his knowledge and insights at local youth centers. Our music community, and the city of Detroit, has lost a passionate professional whose noteworthy legacy will always speak for itself. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family — both at home and in the studio — his friends, and all those who benefited from his unique talents.

Neil Portnow
President/CEO
The Recording Academy