10430 - STONEWHEEL (2009)
STONEWHEEL
''STONEWHEEL''
2009
46:03
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1 Let Me Know 03:53
2 Tonight 03:26
3 Another Train Song 04:37
4 Sleep to Dream 04:37
5 June Bug 02:42
6 September Song 04:54
7 Blind 03:50
8 Reggae Blues 04:04
9 Dark and Light 06:16
10 Ballad of Frankie and Ellie 04:32
11 Hazy Lazy Jam 03:07
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HISTORY/OFFICIAL
Stonewheel is a five piece rock-n-roll band from Louisville, Kentucky, born out of a classic American songwriting tradition and sense of community. The band was formed in November 2003 by friendship and love of music and currently includes Morgan Shallcross (lead vocals, guitar), David Taylor (keyboards, vocals), Chris Greenwell (guitar, vocals), Steve Morgan (bass) and Ben Toadvine (drums). Other Stonewheel Family members include Sean Ayres, Keith Burchett, Troy Campbell, Glen Howerton, and Mark West.
The band's repertoire started as a blend of classic roots/rock cover songs (Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, The Band, Little Feat, Rolling Stones, etc.) sprinkled with a few originals. That format soon evolved into more and more originals being written and thrown into the sets over the years, eventually leading to the recording of their first record "Dashboard" (2006). The album garnered significant success with audiences and radio, attracting a new legion of fans to the fold. The song "Go For Gin" especially hit a hometown note with it's story of a betting man bringing it all home with the 1994 Derby winner of the same name.
During the next stretch Stonewheel didn't let up. Picking up regular monthly gigs and appearing at regional festivals (Terrapin Hill, Peak Summit, Love Fest) only served to tighten the band's sound and strength of songwriting, as evidenced by their second release "Electric Light" (2009). Reviewer Steve Morgan writes "Shallcross' unpretentious, storyteller vocal stylings shine throughout the record" while "capturing the spirit of their stellar live performances" (Louisville Music News). The album quickly gained momentum with Louisville's own WFPK supporting the record by the addition of "Another Train Song" to their regular rotation and live in-studio appearances.
Spring 2011 brought the band's most ambitious record to date. "Feel Like Yesterday" takes hold from the first drumroll and doesn't let go. This rockin' collection of originals brings to the forefront their unique brand of melodies and groove. The record helped boost sales in the US, Italy, and Germany, thanks in part to the airplay of "With You All The Way" and "Pick Me Up". Italian record store Papermoon writes "the young band of Kentucky has the class and ability to offer a very versatile soundtrack to our days", while Caru writes that "the Stonewheel shall bring a perfect cocktail of rhythm, melody and groove". In addition, "Feel Like Yesterday" has recently become part of the Pandora Radio Genome, so head on over an create your own Stonewheel Radio Station.
December 2013 saw the release of a new single, "Reason To Ride", on limited edition 7" colored vinyl (w/download sticker) and CD. The song shows an introspective side to the band with a dedication to a recently departed friend.
Fall 2014 brought the arrival of a brand new full-length record "Til The Cows Come Home", a whole new blend of acoustic melody, pop, rock, and jam. The 11-track album was recorded over a two-year period at Louisville’s Downtown Recording, using a selection of vintage gear that included a Neve Melbourne console. The album’s cover art, inspired by a scenic drive past local farmland, was painted by California artist Worthington Foster, whose works have been featured on each of the band’s previous three albums.
“We wanted to take our time with this album,” said lead singer and songwriter, Morgan Shallcross. “We wanted to give the songs time to grow and evolve – to reach their final form. Consequently, I think we ended up with an album that feels really focused and complete, but still has tons of energy…After more than two years of writing and recording, we still love playing the tunes.”
The leadoff track "Red Eye" has been garnering some attention from radio stations nationwide and the band is currently out promoting the record with shows and appearances and is even working on new material for an upcoming release TBA.
Be sure to stay tuned in and don't miss out on the Stonewheel experience!
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WEBSITE
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TO THE TOP
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''STONEWHEEL''
2009
46:03
**********
1 Let Me Know 03:53
2 Tonight 03:26
3 Another Train Song 04:37
4 Sleep to Dream 04:37
5 June Bug 02:42
6 September Song 04:54
7 Blind 03:50
8 Reggae Blues 04:04
9 Dark and Light 06:16
10 Ballad of Frankie and Ellie 04:32
11 Hazy Lazy Jam 03:07
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HISTORY/OFFICIAL
Stonewheel is a five piece rock-n-roll band from Louisville, Kentucky, born out of a classic American songwriting tradition and sense of community. The band was formed in November 2003 by friendship and love of music and currently includes Morgan Shallcross (lead vocals, guitar), David Taylor (keyboards, vocals), Chris Greenwell (guitar, vocals), Steve Morgan (bass) and Ben Toadvine (drums). Other Stonewheel Family members include Sean Ayres, Keith Burchett, Troy Campbell, Glen Howerton, and Mark West.
The band's repertoire started as a blend of classic roots/rock cover songs (Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, The Band, Little Feat, Rolling Stones, etc.) sprinkled with a few originals. That format soon evolved into more and more originals being written and thrown into the sets over the years, eventually leading to the recording of their first record "Dashboard" (2006). The album garnered significant success with audiences and radio, attracting a new legion of fans to the fold. The song "Go For Gin" especially hit a hometown note with it's story of a betting man bringing it all home with the 1994 Derby winner of the same name.
During the next stretch Stonewheel didn't let up. Picking up regular monthly gigs and appearing at regional festivals (Terrapin Hill, Peak Summit, Love Fest) only served to tighten the band's sound and strength of songwriting, as evidenced by their second release "Electric Light" (2009). Reviewer Steve Morgan writes "Shallcross' unpretentious, storyteller vocal stylings shine throughout the record" while "capturing the spirit of their stellar live performances" (Louisville Music News). The album quickly gained momentum with Louisville's own WFPK supporting the record by the addition of "Another Train Song" to their regular rotation and live in-studio appearances.
Spring 2011 brought the band's most ambitious record to date. "Feel Like Yesterday" takes hold from the first drumroll and doesn't let go. This rockin' collection of originals brings to the forefront their unique brand of melodies and groove. The record helped boost sales in the US, Italy, and Germany, thanks in part to the airplay of "With You All The Way" and "Pick Me Up". Italian record store Papermoon writes "the young band of Kentucky has the class and ability to offer a very versatile soundtrack to our days", while Caru writes that "the Stonewheel shall bring a perfect cocktail of rhythm, melody and groove". In addition, "Feel Like Yesterday" has recently become part of the Pandora Radio Genome, so head on over an create your own Stonewheel Radio Station.
December 2013 saw the release of a new single, "Reason To Ride", on limited edition 7" colored vinyl (w/download sticker) and CD. The song shows an introspective side to the band with a dedication to a recently departed friend.
Fall 2014 brought the arrival of a brand new full-length record "Til The Cows Come Home", a whole new blend of acoustic melody, pop, rock, and jam. The 11-track album was recorded over a two-year period at Louisville’s Downtown Recording, using a selection of vintage gear that included a Neve Melbourne console. The album’s cover art, inspired by a scenic drive past local farmland, was painted by California artist Worthington Foster, whose works have been featured on each of the band’s previous three albums.
“We wanted to take our time with this album,” said lead singer and songwriter, Morgan Shallcross. “We wanted to give the songs time to grow and evolve – to reach their final form. Consequently, I think we ended up with an album that feels really focused and complete, but still has tons of energy…After more than two years of writing and recording, we still love playing the tunes.”
The leadoff track "Red Eye" has been garnering some attention from radio stations nationwide and the band is currently out promoting the record with shows and appearances and is even working on new material for an upcoming release TBA.
Be sure to stay tuned in and don't miss out on the Stonewheel experience!
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WEBSITE
**********
TO THE TOP
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