Stone - Live at The Louisiana, Bristol - 13th February

It’s a popular opinion doing the rounds that traditional bands are fast becoming a thing of the past.

The argument goes that, because of the advances in technology, it’s far easier for one person to make music in their bedroom which covers all the requirements of a band – the current ubiquity of Sam Fender suggests that is the case.

As Noel Gallagher recently said, being in a rock band is hard work. From the outset, the members have to share a vision as well as costs (the expense of rehearsal time and touring should not be underestimated), as well as the time required to hone their sound.

That’s to say nothing of the democratic strains that will be placed on a band throughout their career. Given all this, the longevity of U2, Radiohead and Coldplay (all made up of the original members, with everything split equally) are virtually miraculous.

Furthermore, do the kids care about ‘rock’ music anymore? Not judging by the looks of the Top 40.

All bobbins, of course. Young rock bands are alive and well, thanks for asking. While many are unchallengingly predictable ‘lad’ bands (The Snuts, The Reytons, The Sherlocks…The Courteeners have a lot to answer for) they do have passionate fanbases, for better or for worse. And there are now signs that the influence of Idles, Slaves and Shame is starting to filter down the years.

Enter four-piece ‘post-apocalyptic scally rockers’ (their words) Stone. 

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