Steve Morse was born on July 28, 1954, in Hamilton, Ohio, United States. He is the son of a minister and a musically gifted mother. During his early years, his family moved from Ypsilanti, Michigan, to settle in Augusta, Georgia. From a young age, Morse showed a keen interest in music, initially learning to play the piano and clarinet before ultimately focusing on the guitar. He attended the Academy of Richmond County and later studied at the University of Miami School of Music, where he honed his skills and deepened his understanding of composition and performance.
Morse's early career took shape in the late 1960s. Alongside his brother Dave Morse and a schoolmate keyboardist, he formed a band called Three. The trio performed at local venues, such as youth clubs, church events, and legion halls. During this time, Morse was also involved in a high school band named The Plague with his brother.
In 1975, his band Dixie Dregs—originally known as Dixie Grit—released its first album, The Great Spectacular. Although initially a limited release, it was reissued in 1997 on CD, gaining wider recognition. The album showcased Morse's growing talent as a songwriter, guitarist, and bandleader. He would go on to become a founding member of Dixie Dregs, contributing significantly to the band's fusion of rock, jazz, and classical influences. However, creative differences led to his departure from the group.
Following his exit from the Dixie Dregs, Morse formed the Steve Morse Band with bassist Jerry Peek and drummer Doug Morgan. Soon after, Doug Morgan left, and Rod Morgenstein joined as the drummer. The band went on to record The Introduction, which was released by Elektra Records. Their first international tour took place in Germany, where they received a positive response and began establishing themselves globally.
In 1986, Steve Morse joined the American rock band Kansas. He played a key role in the release of two albums: Power (1986) and In the Spirit of Things (1988). The single “All I Wanted” from Power became a commercial hit, and Morse received co-writing credits. His collaboration with Kansas added a new dimension to his career and increased his visibility in mainstream rock. He rejoined the band in 1991 for a tour but did not continue with them afterward.
| Birth Date: | 28 Jul, 1954 |
| Age: | 65 yrs |
| Occupations: | Guitarist Composer Jazz guitarist Banjoist |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Hamilton |
| Education: | University of Miami |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American guitarist and composer |
| Net Worth 2021: | 8 million |
