What makes One Step Closer by The String Cheese Incident notable?

One Step Closer debuted at number 36 on the Billboard 200, marking a significant commercial achievement for the band. The album received positive reviews from critics, highlighting its successful balance of genre influences and showcasing the band's tight musicianship and songwriting prowess. In 2005, The String Cheese Incident released One Step Closer as their fifth studio album, following their 2003 record, Here to There. At this point in their career, they were transitioning into a more polished sound while maintaining their live improvisational roots. The album showcased their growth as a band and solidified their presence in the jam band scene.

Who is One Step Closer for?

One Step Closer works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, reflective, thoughtful listening sessions and inviting dance and movement.

How many songs are on One Step Closer?

One Step Closer has 13 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

One Step Closer

The String Cheese Incident · 2005

53 min · 13 tracks · bluegrass music

A vibrant blend of bluegrass, rock, and improvisational jam elements creates an infectious, celebratory atmosphere throughout the album.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Give Me the Love — This opening track sets a buoyant tone with its catchy melody and engaging lyrics that invite listeners into the band’s world of joy and connection.
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Until the Music's Over — With its dynamic arrangement and heartfelt message about the power of music, this song encapsulates the essence of The String Cheese Incident's live performances.
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45th of November — This track showcases intricate instrumentation and harmonies, representing the band’s ability to blend traditional bluegrass with progressive rock elements seamlessly.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
reflective, thoughtful listening sessions
inviting dance and movement
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: In 2005, The String Cheese Incident released One Step Closer as their fifth studio album, following their 2003 record, Here to There. At this point in their career, they were transitioning into a more polished sound while maintaining their live improvisational roots. The album showcased their growth as a band and solidified their presence in the jam band scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Umphrey's McGee· Yonder Mountain String Band· Greensky Bluegrass

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Give Me the Love 3:33
2 Sometimes a River 5:20
3 Big Compromise 4:26
4 Until the Music's Over 4:48
5 Silence in Your Head 3:40
6 Farther 4:00
7 Drive 3:53
8 Betray the Dark 2:28
9 45th of November 4:26
10 One Step Closer 3:30
11 Rainbow Serpent 3:57
12 Swampy Waters 4:59
13 Brand New Start 4:12

What to play next

Listen next

Song in My Head

2014

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Untying the Not

2003

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