12 Stones is the latest band to emerge
from the mighty indie label, Wind-Up Records. Wind-up is a label that cant
seem to do any wrong when it comes to spotting potential chart topping
artist. 12 Stones is no exception. While they are not the most original
band on the scene, they are more than adapt at what they do. These small
town Louisiana boys are firmly plugged into what it takes to make a splash
on active rock and modern rock radio. The closest comparison that can be
drawn is to Nickelback, yet 12 Stones fall more in line with Nickelbacks
US debut album The State rather than their latest more melodic offering.
There is also a bit of Creed and Three Doors Down here as well.
The songs are well written and executed
with conviction. All the songs seem crafted with radio in mind and in fact
they have a lot of hit potential. The biggest thing that separates 12 Stones
from the other bands in the crowded modern rock arena is they are not shy
about using their guitars to full effect, you actually hear some lead guitars
here which is a nice change of pace. Plus, the overall themes of the songs
are more positive than what we have come to expect from modern rock and
alternative bands over the past few years. Don't expect a bunch of "poor
me" tunes, you won't find that kind of attitude here. While the band says
they are not a "religious band" per se, they do explore a lot of themes
that touch upon morality and religious themes, that and the fact that their
name comes straight out of the Bible might turn some people off, but they
aren't in your face with their beliefs, they just layout some of their
thoughts for the listener to ponder, in much the same way Collective Soul
did with their debut album.
The bottom line, 12 Stones have what it
takes to become a dominant force in modern rock. If you are a fan of groups
like Nickelback, Creed, 3 Doors Down or even the mellower moments of Staind,
then you will find a lot to love here.
Posted by haha:
Talk about the pot calling the keddle black. Always, you are the moron. For one anyone that uses the spelling "gurl" is a tard. Second you talk about people's spelling? Um, look in the mirror. And just how are you going to have this site shut down? Through your stupidity? Man we really do need to put chlorine in the gene pool.
Posted by Always Pauls gurl:
if u all dont stop bein moron im gonna have this web site shut down. Oh by the way were gettin married in the next couple of months and im having his baby boy!!!!
Posted by Always Pauls gurl:
Back off Pauls Babe he's mine now Im his gurl friend u all need to shut ur mouths u all need to stop writing oh paul plz marry me and for 1 thing spell marry right! u morons!!
Posted by Denim the devil:
Sorry but Paul Mccoys mine now so u back off he's mine now!!
Posted by cameron:
12 Stones are an awesome band. The more I hear them the more I like thier stuff. It's also really refreshing to hear a band say what they believe in straight up, without worrying so much about the reactions. Can't go wrong with this band.
Posted by Rando:
First Off, 12 Stones are an amazing band. They put on a show that i will never forget. Why does everybody care soo much about how Christian they are? Yes they are Christian, duh, listen to Broken, The Way I feel, and Soulfire. I myself am a Christian, the fact that they dont advertise their Christianity as much as Maybe P.O.D., Jars of Clay, or Old Evanesence (all wondefull bands)doesn't bother me. All i need to hear IS "In the midst of darkness Lord, my spirit calls for you" to feel the divine influence of the band. God Bless 12 Stones. you are amazing. Thanks for what you've done for me and musical career. To all you ultra libral boycotters, *forgive me Lord for what i am about to say*, But kiss my 12 Stone loving ASS!!
Posted by Drummin_chic_Lisa:
What is up w/ the stupid boycott! If you think that 12 Stones is as awesome as they REALLY are then everyone should buy their CD! I am! Because they can ROCK HARD!
Posted by Drummin_chic_Lisa:
12 Stones is one of the best groups that i have heard in a long time! i am a Linkin Park freak, but i think that 12 Stones blows them out of the water! and on top of everything Paul McCoy is HOTT!!!! that adds alot to it! and their drummer is hardcore. Ive been a drummer for 3 yrz, and he is my ROLE MODEL!!!! i love these guys!!!!
Posted by jessica:
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Posted by shelly:
12 stones is awesome!!they are christians!!paul mccoy is hot!!he is mine!!
Posted by Bonz:
PS- is Paul Mccoy the real Mccoy?? I guess we will never know.
Posted by rockstar:
12 stones..gosh u guys ROCK BIG TIME!! i love u guys!! evanescence also!! gosh..haha..who rocks more? well..i wouldn't really knoe...amy got some guts to do that kinda music and stuff!! haha...u guys..ROCK also!! SMILES!
Posted by Bonz:
And one more thing. I would like to say that the dude who calls himself 'Goob' a couple comments down is an idiot. Not that I boycott, but boycotting doesn't make 12 stones lose money, They don't get the money, but they don't lose it. In closing, I would like to say that Black Sabbath rules. Keep the Faith, my friends... -Bonz
Posted by Bonz:
I also have one more thing to say. There is one more thing that kinda sucks about 12 stones, besides the fact that the music is really simple (even the solos when compared to the bands I listed in the previous comment). They are too much like alot of rock bands today (besides the fact that they are good christians). But they are alot like Linkin Park (without the rap, and excluding reanimation) and Creed, and Evanescence, and lots of bands like that. I think 12 stones are good, but they just aren't anything special. They need to do something nobody has done for them to stand out. Like when Metallica had the whole set (including the light fixtures) collapse at the '...And Justice For All' concert. That was one of the many things that they did that no one else had done. 12 stones needs to do something like that. Without something to make them stand out, they are just like almost any other rock band of today that uses dropped-D tuning (they all sound the same). Metal of the 80's has so much more variety than today's metal. Other than this and my previous complaint, I would say that 12 stones is doing an alright job of their music, but they need something besides that, and the songs are just basically power chords. I admit they do have some really cool clean riffs, but once they switch to distortion, it is basically all power chords. One does not need to use power chords to make a song sound heavy. Individual notes can sound heavy too. Like Yngwie Malmsteen's 'Disciples of Hell'. I'm not saying they should write lyrics like that song, but the music is more interesting to listen to. Keep the Faith, my friends... -Bonz
Posted by Bonz:
12 stones is some of the best hard rock/metal I have ever heard from a band with such good song morals. While their music doesn't have the complex, and mind-bending riffs and solos we hear from Judas Priest or Metallica, or Yngwie Malmsteen, or Paul Gilbert, and so on, they do have claims to some very great songs, and I hope they continue in the music business. Keep the Faith, my friends... -Bonz
Posted by megan b. gray:
oh i love paul mccoy so much. he is so fine and so cute. ooo i love him. my biggest dream is to go out on a date with him someday. i know it will come true.
Posted by lee:
I like the musik.The songs are so great.They are the best band on earth I hope they will come to germany. by nathalie biggest fan from germany
Posted by Smilyblonde16:
I really like their music I can relate to it some and I like the beat bye ya'll
Posted by Goob:
Whats with the boycott? thats so stupid, if yo ulike the music, go buy the cd! boycotting only makes 12 stones lose money, and without money they wont be able to do what they do anymore, so stop boy cotting!!
Posted by Kayla:
12 Stones rock. They sing wut they like and express themselves while they're doing it. They are without a doubt one of the best bands there are out of all music catagories. Plus Paul McCoy is totally and completely hott, but everyone knows that by now i would hope.
Posted by Draken:
good stuff, but on boycott, sorry, thank cary-sue! www.boycott-riaa.com
Posted by Woodhead:
I would love to buy your cd, but with the current boycott that I am sure you know about, I will not. Love your tunes but no way will I buy it. WWW.BOYCOTT-RIAA.COM
Posted by Rebecca:
PAUL McCOY IS SOOOOOO FINE. I LOVE HIM AND THE OTHER MEMBERS BUT PAUL IS MY BABY:D THIS BAND ROCKS THEIR MUSIC ROCKS
Posted by christy:
i love paul mcCoy he is so fine and he can sing great
Posted by Krazy Happy Kermy :
i think 12 stones are bad @$$. i love all the songs on the cd. they rock... and they are not just another boy band. they are 2 good 4 that.
Posted by Jessie:
I think 12 stones are a great band. And a great influnece to all ages. They have great things coming there way!!! Keep it up! G/B
Posted by Erynn:
I love 12 stones...I listent to them all day...they are all very talented guys...and i hope they succeed in everything...Paul has an amazing voice..and the rest of them are very talented....i love them all....KEEP IT UP GUYS!!
Posted by breena:
12 stones kick it.I love the whole band but Paul's vocals do it for me.
Posted by 8567643899:
i love you do you love me.and #### me!!!!
Posted by amanda ottenbacher:
12 stones rock, i love them i love to listen to them. i get lost into the music al the time. they rock.
Posted by Pauls Honny bee:
Paul you are so hott and I'd F*** you all night long...
Posted by Pauls Babe:
Paul i think that you are hott and you have a great voice.I love you in the viedo bring me to life,Also you have a great voice and don't get me wrong because i also love the band 12 stones , but paul you are such a hottie.please marry me !!! luve ya!
Posted by clarissa:
I think they are the S*** and paul you are such a babe!!!! I love you in the new hit song with EvaneScence " Bring me to life"!!!! I love you paul!!!!
Posted by Amy:
THEY ROCKK HERE IS MY SITE, THE FIRST UNOFFICIAL FAN CLUB!!IS GREAT!JOIN IT IF U LOVE THEIR MUSIC!WE PROBABLY WILL BE THE OFFICIAL ONE; WWW.12STONES4FANS.TK ENTER AND JOIN..THANKS!
Posted by K8E:
12 Stones Rock!!! N Paul is f**kin fit!
Posted by peace:
from the rock bottom of my heart they are one of the best mind chilling and loudest band ive ever heard
Posted by Paige:
Wow, Their music is awesome! What more is there to say. It's nice listening to music where not everyother word is a swear word.The whole cd is so great and everyone in the band is so amazing with so much talent! The music says so much and can relate to any person. By far one of the best cd's I have ever heard. 12 Stones Rock my world! :)
Posted by SoLiTuDe- my fave word - Luke B:
firstly... all u peeps seem to love paul n his face etc, now as one guy sed at the bottom he would also like u to like him 4 his music influence! Secondly... with all ur girl's love for Paul... the other guys (band member's- Eric, Aaron, Kevin) dont u think they'll be feelin a lil left out! :D Ok... now the main thing... this band are amazing... i heard them in May 2001 for the first time on a WWE Pay Per View... the theme song for the PPV was BROKEN n i asked evry1 on the net who it woz by until 1 dude eventually told me... n the rest woz history! I got the album downloaded coz i live in UK n its not out here n these guys are amazing! Best songs- BROKEN coz it woz 1st taste of my fave rock band (12 Stones got me INTO rock)! Crash... very spiritual n good! The Way I Feel - wot a wikkid video... fits perfectly into the song! I like the lyrix in HOME, n IN MY HEAD is gr8! I gotta say i cant wait for these guys to bring out their CD in the UK n release BROKEN over here, it'll be da $h!tS! The BRING ME TO LIFE song Paul did with EVANESCENCE was wikkid... its on non-stop wen im listnin to my music! I hope 12 Stones do a song with Evanescence - (dream in the making) as Paul n AMY LEE fit perfectly together n it all runs at a cool rate! Amy Lee- beautiful girl! :D WOW! But back to 12 Stones... Paul McCoy really is a insperation to me... n is a gr8 role model... not jus 4 me but for any young person! 12 STONES 4 LIFE MAN! Pe@ce - Luke B/UK
Posted by n*rocks:
omg paul is so hot i would f**k him he's totally handsome
Posted by n*rocks:
i love paul much paul marry me (but i'm only 13,f u c k)
Posted by browneyez2k5:
i love 12 stones. i just started listening to them and i cant stop. theyre an awsome band and i love their beliefs and the way they share them. and their name is also awsome.
Posted by pauls chick:
i love paul and his band paul i love you mary me
Posted by Svetlana Puerto rico:
I admire Paul Mccoy very much, i'm a 16 year old girl , on an amition just like him, i hope i get there, believing in myself, and seeing people from the genre i like making it to the top, thank you, i hope destiny helpps me meet Paul Mccoy, anyone wants to help me in my destiny, contact me at neila205@hotmail.com, msn messenger, peace out,
Posted by Svetlana Puerto rico:
I admire Paul Mccoy very much, i'm a 16 year old girl , on an amition just like him, i hope i get there, believing in myself, and seeing people from the genre i like making it to the top, thank you, i hope destiny helpps me meet Paul Mccoy, anyone wants to help me in my destiny, contact me at neila205@hotmail.com, msn messenger, peace out,
Posted by Faydra72:
Thank you... Paul happens to be my 2 childrens cousin... I appreciate the article. After living in Jackson, MS for a few years and watching Paul grow into the musician he it . I can honestly say he has always taken his music seriously and worked hard to get were he is now... Keep is coming. Amanda sings your songs by heart.
Posted by Faydra72:
Thank you... Paul happens to be my 2 childrens cousin... I appreciate the article. After living in Jackson, MS for a few years and watching Paul grow into the musician he is. I can honestly say he has always taken his music seriously and worked hard to get were he is now... Keep is coming. Amanda sings your songs by heart.
Posted by Abbie B:
omg i love paul mccoy! i totally wanna marry him (hee hee like thats ever gonna work out!) he's like 21 and im 13 :-) but u kno! OMG PAUL I LOVE YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!
Posted by DEVIN:
I LOVE PAUL I WOULD F*#K HIM IN A HOT INSTANT
Posted by crystal hanzik from angelyon texas:
gosh i dont know how to tell this but i am the biggest fan of paul. i mean i'mthe biggest fan ever i have 100 pf his posters in my room but i jusy wanted ti ask you guys if you will come to my school in angelton,texas to play for me and my friends. i would really like that. love ya always and for ever crystalhanzik
Posted by dark anaki angel:
keep rockin on your awesome and i love you
Posted by babygirl:
I think that the songs are great.I hope you guys do an other song with Evenescence
Posted by jennyjenjen:
12 STONES ROCKS!PAUL IS NOT HOT....HES FIIINE! I'M HIS #1 FAN. I ACTUALLY THINK THAT I'M A LITTLE ADICTED TO HIM.BUT DON' T GET ME WRONG, I STILL LIKE THE OTHER DUDES TO BUT PAUL IS SO FIIINE!
Posted by ANNA MCC:
12 STONES ROCK. THERE MY FAVORITE BAND EVER. I LOVE YOU PAUL AND THE OTHER GUYS SO MUCH!
Posted by ANNA:
THEY ROCK AND I LOVE YOU PAUL MCCOY SO MUCH!
Posted by nicole:
Paul MCcoy. Wil Jou Merrie My????? I Love Jou So Much.
Posted by 7705376654:
THE 12 STONES IS MY FAVORITES SINGER . MY FAVORITE IS THE WAY I FEEY I LOVE THAT ONE AND CRASH
Posted by NIKKI:
12 Stones is one of the best bands to exist EVER! Their music is amazing and Paul is gorgeous. ANYONE HAS ANY PICS OF 12 STONES AND PAUL PLZ SEND ME THEM TO ME AT NikkiHCAFC@hotmail.com paul esp looks nice in the Evanescence bring me to life vid (Evanescence rock also!) anyway back to 12 stones they are the best! i love em :D thanx
Posted by Squirrel:
12 Stones is a great band.Great lyrics,tune,and guys!I'm in love with the lead singerr Paul McCoy.
Posted by Sad state of affairs:
How sad is it when you have to argue whether a band is Christian or not? So much for come out from among them and be ye separate and touch not the unclean thing. How much longer will our Maker wait to destroy this earth? Wake up, America!
Posted by The Pink Panther:
dude 12 stones is awesome! i got their cd like a day after it came out and loved it from the start. hopefully they have a new album out soon. and girls, paul dosn't have anything on kevin dorr! he's waaaay hotter! but looks aren't everything! lol. laterz ThePinkPanther...:
Posted by MInute:
I love Paul McCoy....hes really hott..i love 12 stones ever since bring me to life with evanescence! HES SOOO HOTT!!!
Posted by sweetthang:
i think paul is the hottest guy out there and i just found out who he was the other day and i been crazy about him ever since.
Posted by Pauls Flick:
Pauls voice is amazing live I saw them at x-fest 2003 May 26 and i just think he is a rock god and the hottest thing ever
Posted by Shygirl Australia:
If anyones going to be Paul McCoys wif, its going to e me and only me. He is the hottest most talented GUY I know. So girls keep away from him understand or watch your backs.
Posted by Peaches*~:
Paul McCoy does look fine and everything, but I think his voice and the lyrics have a lot to do with it. This is one of the first bands I've heard in awhile that caught my attention. I think that they're much better than Creed and most of the other bands they've been compared to. My personal favorite songs off the album are Broken and Running out of Pain. Anyway, you guys rock, I hope you go far*~
Posted by PaulMccoy'slover:
OMG PAUL IS THE HOTTEST ROCK GUY EVER AND I WANT TO KNOW IF HE HAS A G/F? WELL EVEN IF HE DID I HAVE MY WAYS! LOL
Posted by penguinbabe69HEY:
PAUL McCOY IS ONLY THE HOTEST PERSON TO EVER GRACE THIS PLANET AND HE IS MY FUTURE HUSBAND. HAH THAT MEANS I CAN DO ANYTHING I WANT WITH HIM AND IT WON'T BE AGAINST GOD. SO ANYONE OUT THER WHO IS READING THIS AND I WILL BE IN A LITTLE WHILE BE MRS. PAUL McCOY AND THEN ALL YOU JELOUS PEOPLE OUT THERE WHO WANT TO WRECK MY WEDDING I WILL HAVE YOU ARRESTED FOR HARRASMENT SO PRAISE GOD ME AND MY BABY PAUL ARE GOING TO GET MARRIED IN ONLY A FEW SHORT MONTHS
Posted by penguinbabe69HEY:
oh my gosh PAUL McCOY IS ONLY THE HOTEST PERSON TO EVER GRACE THIS PLANET AND HE IS MY FUTURE HUSBAND. HAH THAT MEANS I CAN DO ANYTHING I WANT WITH HIM AND IT WON'T BE AGAINST GOD. SO ANYONE OUT THER WHO IS READING THIS AND I WILL BE IN A LITTLE WHILE BE MRS. PAUL McCOY AND THEN ALL YOU JELOUS PEOPLE OUT THERE WHO WANT TO WRECK MY WEDDING I WILL HAVE YOU ARRESTED FOR HARRASMENT SO PRAISE GOD ME AND MY BABY PAUL ARE GOING TO GET MARRIED IN ONLY A FEW SHORT MONTHS
Posted by Steffi:
12 Stone's is an AWESOME band.They all have amazing talent. The Way I Feel is a kick ass song! I can really relate to their music, and I'm sure everyone else can too!
Posted by ROSY:
I LOVE THEM THE HEAD SINGER IS CUTE BUT MY BOYFRIEND IS TOO!!!
Posted by Rebecca:
I think 12 stones is awesome! There music really talks about something.
Posted by 12's savor:
Well McCoy isn't there for people to like his face he's just for the music.Get over him!
Posted by 12's savor:
Well McCoy isn't therer for peoplr to like his face he's just for the music.Get over him!
Posted by Naaman Severson:
anybody want pics go to http://12_stones.tripod.com/12stoneszone/id4.html
Posted by Naaman Severson:
I TOTALLY AM ALL OUT FOR 12 Stones they are awesome expecially the way he does those lead pentaonic scale stuff when he goes into tha solo that is way cool
Posted by Danielle :):
Alright...well to start off, i was went to yahoo..and did a search on christian bands and came up with a site that someone made with a bunch of christian based bands and i noticed a band called 12 stones on the guys list for his fav. videos ..the video Broken...so i downloaded the video..and i was in an almost trance...i kept playin the song over and over...and finally when i stopped wtachign the video i went and downloaded some more songs from the band...and i haven't stopped listening to them...they are awesome..i also burned a cd but i'm evenutally gonna go out and buy the actual cd...i've been spreading them aorund school..having them listen to broken and the way i feel...my personal fav is open ur eyes.....it's jus great..and i was planning on goign to their concert in milwaukee..but mom wont' let me cuase it's at the rave...soo..if they would play somewhere nicer but still in wisconsin..i would be estatic!...Love You Guys...God Bless :D
Posted by Dani:
12 stones is totally awesome. Wind-up records has out done themselves this time.
Posted by Nicole:
Paul mccoy is so fine!He's mine back off chicks.Ilove paul mccoy and 12 stones!
Posted by ANTHONY:
PAUL McCOY:I GO TO SCHOOL AT MANDEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL AND IAM IN THE 6TH GRADE
Posted by ANTHONY:
I LIVE IN MANDEVILLE LA
Posted by Dara:
I love 12 stones
Posted by brat:
i think 12 stones is one of the best rock bands out there
Posted by gena:
12stones rawk.dude they're great. the way i feel video is my favorite. ;c] later dudes
Posted by monica:
they are freakin awsome
Posted by Samara :
I love 12 Stones, I think Paul McCoy is soooooo HOT!!! I don't know any other word that could describe him!!!
Posted by alissuh:
i luv paul! he iz a way hot dude. just so u all know i'm going to marry him sum day! woohoo
Posted by kristi:
ithink the stones r great but i cant find to much info bout them they need more aknowledgment but "i love em!!!"
Posted by Jen :
12 Stones are awesome! They're my fav. band..get more on them please! Thanx God bless! =o)
Posted by Jenifer:
hey, i found a site that has all lyrics from 12 stone's cd. There right here: http://www.azlyrics.com/19/12stones.html
Posted by jenifer:
12 stones are awesome! does anyone have any lyrics, or pics?
