Nirosta Steel Album Hailed as Thrilling Release
Steven Hall's 'My Skyscraper' compiles decades of genre-bending music, earning critical acclaim.
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Steven Hall, known musically as Nirosta Steel, has released his album 'My Skyscraper' last month. The collection features material recorded over a span of nearly four decades, from 1984 to 2025. The music on the album is characterised by its fusion of diverse genres, including disco, folk, synth-pop, and elements of Chinese opera.
Critical Acclaim for Genre-Bending Work
The album has garnered significant attention from music publications. Pitchfork described 'My Skyscraper' as 'an archival triumph and one of the year’s most thrilling new releases'. This critical reception marks a notable moment for the 69-year-old Scottish musician, who has been living near Chicago and working as an Uber driver.
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Origins of the Archival Release
The release of 'My Skyscraper' came about after a label head, impressed by Nirosta Steel's 2014 album 'Cool Fire', inquired about further material. Hall then shared a collection of unreleased songs that spanned four decades. These tracks revealed a varied career and life experiences, with connections to figures like Arthur Russell and Allen Ginsberg. The double LP is now seen as potentially elevating Hall to the status of other rediscovered artists whose work has gained recognition long after its creation.
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+What is 'My Skyscraper' and who created it?
'My Skyscraper' is an album by Steven Hall, released under the name Nirosta Steel. It compiles music recorded over nearly 40 years, from 1984 to 2025, blending diverse genres like disco, folk, synth-pop, and Chinese opera. The album has been praised as a thrilling and archival triumph by critics.
+How did the album come about?
The album was prompted by a label head who, impressed by Nirosta Steel's 2014 album 'Cool Fire', asked for more material. Steven Hall then shared unreleased songs spanning four decades, revealing a varied career and connections to artists like Arthur Russell and Allen Ginsberg.
+What has the critical response been like?
Pitchfork has hailed 'My Skyscraper' as 'an archival triumph and one of the year’s most thrilling new releases'. This acclaim marks a significant moment for the 69-year-old musician, who has lived near Chicago and worked as an Uber driver while creating the album.
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