Stagger Lee


Steve Hooker

Stagger Lee is Back

Stagger Lee is Back — 2008

Steve Hooker
Steve Hooker

Steve Hooker is a British guitarist and songwriter known for his contributions to rock and roll, rockabilly, and rhythm and blues. Over his career, Hooker has developed a distinctive style blending roots music with a punk attitude. He has collaborated with various artists and released music both as a solo artist and with his band, the Stripped Down Stompin’ Band.

Steve Hooker's "Stagger Lee is Back" is a modern reinterpretation and homage to the classic tale of Stagger Lee. Rather than retelling the original story, Hooker reimagines the song with raw guitar riffs and driving rhythms which carries the energy of defiance.

This track reflects Hooker's passion for blending traditional storytelling with contemporary music, offering a fresh take on a legendary figure in musical folklore. The blues-infused rock vibe align well with Hooker's broader musical ethos.