Eric -guitar, lead/backup vocals.
John -bass, backup vocals.
Garry -drums, percussion.
Stoning Mary would like to thank former drummer Dave and former guitarist/singer Russ for their contributions and songwriting on "First Stone is Thrown".
Influences
Alice in Chains, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Metallica, Jimi Hendrix, Sonic Youth, Misfits, Nirvana, Dead Boys, Stooges, Rush, X, the Damned, Grateful Dead, Steely Dan, Velvet Underground, too many 70's and 80's hardcore/punk bands to name, Lords of the New Church, MC5, Modern Lovers, anything that succeeds in delivering an emotional response, TSOL, Pantera, Motorhead, bands with great backup vocals (Beach Boys, Fleetwood Mac, etc.), Ween, Frank Zappa, STP, Foo Fighters, GDMFers...Joy Division-Warsaw...Belfegore
Originating out of Cincinnati in 2006 as a three-piece, the band is now a hard rock four-piece with alternative, grunge, and pop influences, among others. Playing gigs and recording our first CD have been the main priorities in late 2008. Our debut full-length self-release is set for March 29th '09 and new songs are in the works for the next CD and upcoming shows. We are currently shopping the demo around to industry labels.
Our sound is generally heavy with the ability to pull-back in both volume and style. We value our freedom to explore and refuse to be constrained by one particular label that works for us. Sometimes venturing into the hardcore, sometimes into the psychodelic, still there are other directions that can be found. Others have yet to be discovered for us, but if it interests us, just give it time. We stress crafting good "songs" and appreciate the notion of solid vocals. All this viewed largely through a dark prism, the filtered results are right there, layed out in front of you...
The band has played sveral successful venues and festivals in 2008 including the Wang Dang Doodle Festival in southwestern Ohio and placing first in a Gorilla Productions Battle of the Bands satellite round. We have also recieved local radio airplay on WMWX 88.9 ClassX Radio. Looking forward for 2009, the band is booking gigs both locally and regionally and hopes to play some more festivals and begin new recordings.
Art Direction by Marlene Wajert/Eric.
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