12 Stones
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12 Stones is an Alternative rock band from New Orleans. Their first debut album was released in 2002.
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[edit] About
12 Stones began in New Orleans, Mandeville on 2000 containing Paul McCoy (vocals), Kevin Dorr (bass), Eric Weaver (guitar) and Aaron Gainer (drums). The band ventured to New York City and played at an industry showcase where they were signed with Wind Up Records. Jay Baumgardner produced their self-titled debut album which was released on 2002. The following year, McCoy had a duet with Evanescence’s smash hit, “Bring Me to Life”, where they gained more popular. It was included on the soundtrack of the film, Daredevil. In 2004, 12 Stones issued their sophomore album, Potter’s Field. The band went on a short hiatus to spend time with their family and brain stormed on their third effort. While recording on Anthem for the Underdog they were inspired with the Hurricane Katrina tragedy. The album was released on 2007.
[edit] Chart Toppers
| Year | Title | Mainstream Rock Tracks | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Far Away | 38 | Potter's Field |
| 2007 | Lie To Me | 24 | Anthem for the Underdog |
| 2008 | Adrenaline | 25 | Anthem for the Underdog |
| 2008 | Anthem For The Underdog | 26 | Anthem for the Underdog |
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[edit] Tours & Concerts
Oct 3 2008 - Chevy’s Hammond, Louisiana
Oct 8 2008 - Grady Cole Center / w Buckcherry Charlotte, North Carolina
Oct 9 2008 - Tabernacle / w Buckcherry Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 11 2008 - Tequila Joe’s Jackson, Tennessee
Oct 15 2008 - Masquerade / w Nonpoint Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 16 2008 - The Dive / w Nonpoint Goose Creek, South Carolina
Oct 17 2008 - Ground Zero / w Nonpoint Spartanburg, South Carolina
Oct 18 2008 - Destination Daytona Daytona, Florida
Oct 19 2008 - Bourbon Street / w Nonpoint New Port Richey, Florida
Oct 21 2008 - Remington’s / w Nonpoint Hattisberg, Mississippi
Oct 22 2008 - Remington’s / w Nonpoint Starkville, Mississippi
Oct 23 2008 - Club Fire / w Nonpoint Jackson, Mississippi
Oct 24 2008 - House Of Blues / w Nonpoint New Orleans, Louisiana
Oct 25 2008 - Scout Bar (Formely Antones) / w Nonpoint Beaumont, Texas
Oct 26 2008 - Click’s / w Nonpoint Tyler, Texas
Oct 27 2008 - Tequila / w Nonpoint Lubbock, Texas
Oct 28 2008 - Scout Bar / w Nonpoint San Antonio, Texas
Oct 29 2008 - Scout Bar / w Nonpoint Houston, Texas
Oct 31 2008 - Floyd’s Music Store / w Nonpoint Tallahassee, Florida
Nov 17 2008 - Celebrity Theatre / w Nonpoint Phoenix, Arizona
Nov 21 2008 - Hooligans / w Nonpoint Jacksonville, North Carolina
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[edit] Discography
[edit] Albums
 April 23, 2002 Wind-up Records |
 August 24, 2004 Wind-up Records |
 August 14, 2007 Wind-up Records |
[edit] Singles
| Year | Single | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | "Broken" | Wind-up Records |
| 2002 | "The Way I Feel" | Wind-up Records |
| 2002 | "Crash" | Wind-up Records |
| 2004 | "Far Away" | Wind-up Records |
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[edit] Trivia
- The name of the band came from a biblical passage about the 12 stones collected by the Israelites after crossing the Jordan river.
- Paul McCoy was featured in the successful Evanescence single "Bring Me to Life".
[edit] Reviews
- 12 Stones has originality and offers a great quality of post-grunge rock music. They feature a heavier and more guitar driven songs. It gives amazing effect on their singles. The lyrics are awesome and full of energy. --Mimi 08:00, 28 October 2008 (PST)
