GLOBAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS WORLD SUPER-FINALISTS 2007.
30 COUNTRIES, 3,000 BANDS.
FIRST PLACE IN AUSTRALIA.
SEVENTH PLACE IN THE WORLD!!!
Urban Stone are a tight new wave, rock quartet, who have been together as a band for 3 years & have made tremendous ground considering. As individuals, the band have solid musicianship & experience behind them, as well as a great stage vibe & of course, an “itch to scratch” when it comes to rocking out for their enthusiasts.
With powerhouse rockette Tina Garufi out front delivering blistering vocals, surrounded by all round, tasty rocker Dan Skeed, Kelvin (slap) King & the backbone Matt Briscoe-Hough, they've made their mark by playing alongside, as well as playing with some of Australia's most respected artists. Such As - The Screaming Jets, The Angels & the famous Doc Neeson, Ian Moss, Angry Anderson, Mark Williams (Dragon), Alan Barnes, Mark Gable (Choirboys), Travis Collins, Gangajang, members of the bands Powderfinger, Midnight Oil, Peter Northcote & more. They've caught the ears & eyes of many crowds & industry profiles. They've received recognition for their efforts in numerous areas such as a nomination for the '2005 ACE awards' (Australian Club Entertainment) original music group of the year along side Thirsty Merc', The Little River Band's (Birtles, Shorrock & Gobles) & 'Mental As Anything'.
Urban Stone placed first in the Sydney, & then the Australian national finals of "Global Battle Of The Bands 2007" & then progressed to the WORLD INTERNATIONAL FINALS in London where they placed 7th out of the best new bands in the world in the "GBOB SUPER FINAL" held at the Electric Ballroom in the heart of Camden Town. Over 3,000 bands from over 30 participating countries from all around the globe make GBOB the biggest competition in the world for bands of all genres. They've worked with 'Channel 9' as the subject for hit t.v show 'What's Good For You', & have worked with local 'Channel 31' on numerous occasions.
Urban Stone have received re-bookings & fantastic feedback at just about every venue, function or outdoor event they've hit thus far.
Their original material has been described as a "VERY CATCHY", fresh, funk/hip form of rock, with an old school 80's melodic rock god edge. Their lyrics are usually dark & emotive, complimented by feel good, uplifting catchy choruses. Their music is very dynamic. Recently, they have extended their versatility by writing some punk rock, melodic metal, smooth acoustic/power pop & Sunday funk to add some real light & shade to their original repertoire. Basically, there is a little something for everybody. They suit a range of venues, crowds & occasions be it a pub, party vibe, dance floor bash, sit down show, outdoor festival or corporate event. Their covers show is very popular around the club/pub circut & is made up of a very diverse repertoire to suit any crowd, consisting of all the hits from the 70's, 80's, 90's & now.
Currently performing in venues all around NSW & beyond. Their hot debut E.P (Rewind To Play) & catchy, radio bound single (Better Day) have impressed & intrigued the masses!
Check out our original material & upcoming gigs online at www.urbanstone.biz
For bookings, contact our management.....
SKEED ENTERTAINMENT
Ph: (02) 9580 7508
Email: skeedent@bigpond.net.au
Band Members
Tina, Dan, Kelvin and Matt.
Influences
Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Kirk Hammet, John Mayer, Chisel, Baby Animals, Steely Dan, Renee Geyer, Metallica, Pantera, Toto, Eg Euco, James Jamerson, Jaco
Other Artists
Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Jimmy Barnes, Screaming Jets, The Angels, The Choir Boys
Website
www.myspace.com/urbanstone
