Live 2012 by Steps: A Pop Gem That Still Shines Bright
Steps’ Live 2012 is one of those albums that just makes you wanna grab your mates, hit play, and dance like nobody’s watching. Released in—you guessed it—2012, this UK pop masterpiece was put together by the legends at Concert Live. And yeah, they recorded, mixed, and produced the whole thing themselves. Props to them for keeping it tight.
Now, let’s get into the tracklist because oh boy, there’s some real gold here. From bangers like “5, 6, 7, 8” to emotional hits like “When I Said Goodbye,” it's clear why Steps still had their fans hooked years after their original heyday. But if I had to pick two tracks that stuck with me? Easy choice: “Tragedy” and “Dancing Queen.”
“Tragedy” is hands down unforgettable. It’s got that perfect mix of drama and energy—you can almost picture the crowd going wild during the live performance. The vocals are on point, and honestly, who doesn’t love a good Bee Gees cover done justice? Every time I hear it, I feel like I’m front row at the concert, even though I’m probably just chilling on my couch eating crisps.
Then there’s “Dancing Queen.” Like, come on—it’s ABBA. You can’t mess with perfection, right? But Steps make it their own without losing the magic of the original. There’s something about how they blend nostalgia with their signature pop vibe that gets me every time. Plus, let’s be real, any song that makes you want to bust out random moves in your kitchen deserves major respect.
What’s wild about Live 2012 is how fresh it feels, even now. Sure, it came out over a decade ago, but the energy hasn’t faded. Maybe it’s because Steps have always been kinda timeless—or maybe it’s just proof that great pop music never goes out of style. Either way, this album reminds you why we fell in love with them in the first place.
Oh, and here’s a random thought: If aliens ever landed on Earth and asked us what human music sounds like, handing them Live 2012 wouldn’t be a bad idea. Just saying.
