Steve Phillips has had a love for music and his guitar since his early days in school. After graduation, he and two friends started a group that later became known as The Rainmakers. In 1985, the group recorded six CDs and five videos for MTV and VH1. Because of their success, they toured North America and throughout Europe between 1985 and 1996.
Phillips has founded his own production company and is now a member of the very popular "Elders" Celtic Rock music group. The Elders have released seven CDs and two DVDs. He and his group have performed many charitable events, including concerts to benefit Oak Park's instrumental and vocal music departments. Steve Phillips is married to his high school sweetheart, Rebecca Pryor. They have three children and live in Gladstone.