The Stone Saloon’s approach to making music is a natural and passionate affair. Their outlook is simple: to make heartfelt music the traditional way. Their sound is born from a richly eclectic range of influences, and a collective passion for honest and authentic song-writing. It is a gutsy, folk tinged amalgam of dusty old-time folk heartiness, west-coast vocal harmony and contemporary rock vigour.
When on stage, The Stone Saloon are truly in their element and consistently electrify audiences with their songs. Whether playing a delicate ballad such as ‘Weekend Woman”, or a thumping crowd pleaser like ‘Down to Jericho’, audiences are always drawn in by their cheerful and energetic performances. The Stone Saloon have tirelessly played throughout the UK at many of the top venues and have performed several live sessions for BBC Radio Wales and a number of regional BBC evening sessions.
At the root of The Stone Saloon’s appeal is their tight friendship with one-another. This is clearly reflected in their live shows, and is the source of their determination, dedication and commitment to their music. The Stone Saloon is a fresh, vibrant young group of passionate musicians making music from the heart.
The Stone Saloon comprise of Ben Lee on Vocals and guitar, Michael Maddams on Backing vocals/lead guitar/Mandolin and Dobro, Tom Sandall on Backing vocals/Bass/Guitar and Banjo, and Keith Jefferies on Drums/Percussion and Piano/Hammond.