Overview
Steve Tidy is a distinct voice in the Toronto indie scene.
Crafting ‘slightly subversive’ arrangements, he blends sharp, observational lyrics with a steady, driving rhythm. Performing as Steve Tidy and the Unkempt, the project occupies a specific space where melodic hooks and interlocking guitar lines collide—resulting in a sound that is tight, atmospheric, and focused.
Upcoming Shows
| Date | Time | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Mar 14, 2026 | 6:30 PM | Toronto | Sneaky Dee's Concert Venue |
View past shows
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2, 2026 | Toronto | Sneaky Dee's |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Kitchener | The Union |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Toronto | The Sound Garage |
| Nov 15, 2025 | Toronto | Sneaky Dee's |
Featured Video
This is a lyric video for the song "Courtesy Notice" by Steve Tidy.
Have a Listen
Tell Me I'm Wonderful
Slightly Subversive
Temporary Pleasures
Unlovable Hero
About
A Sharp Perspective: Steve Tidy is a Toronto-based songwriter and producer. Blending wry, observational lyrics with a steady, driving rhythm, his music is built for the unconventional listener. By moving into his own studio, he has established a process that favors creative control and rhythmic precision, resulting in a sound defined by melodic tension and structural clarity.
Technical Foundation: Steve’s musicality is grounded in a decade of discipline, beginning with two years in the Jazz program at Humber College. Studying trumpet before focusing on songwriting and arrangement, this formal background allows him to bridge the gap between complex musical structures and accessible, interlocking melodic hooks.