12 Stones

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12 Stones is a post-grunge band from New Orleans, LA.

History

12 Stones were formed in the small New Orleans suburb of Mandeville, LA. The group was mostly still in their teens when they formed the lineup of vocalist Paul McCoy, bassist Kevin Dorr, guitarist Eric Weaver, and drummer Aaron Gainer. After performing no more than twelve live performances, they took their demo to New York City and performed at an industry showcase. The band ended up signing to Wind Up Records to record their debut album with producer Jay Baumgardner. The self-titled album saw a release in 2002, less than two years after the formation of the group. More success came to the band in 2003, when McCoy duetted on "Bring Me to Life" with Evanescence, which became a smash hit and was included on the Daredevil soundtrack as well as Evanescence's debut album, Fallen. 12 Stones released their second album, Potter's Field, which featured a heavier, more guitar-driven sound than their debut. After taking a break from music to spend time with their families, the band reconvened to make their third album. Inspired by the effects of Hurricane Katrina on their hometown, 12 Stones recorded Anthem for the Underdog in Memphis, TN with Justin Rimer and Skidd Mills during the better part of 2006, and the album was released in 2007. As of November 2009, the band is currently writing and recording their fourth studio effort, though no title or release date have been confirmed.

Members

Current

• Paul McCoy – Lead vocals, Primary lyricist (2000-present)
• Eric Weaver – Lead guitar, Backing vocals (2000-present)
• Aaron Gainer – Drums, Percussion, Backing vocals (2000-present)
• Justin Rimer – Rhythm guitar, Primary composer (2007-present)
• Kevin Dorr– Bass guitar (2000-2004, 2009-present)

Discography

Albums

• 12 Stones (April 23, 2002)
• Potter's Field (August 24, 2004)
• Anthem for the Underdog (August 14, 2007)

Singles

Songs in other media

• "Broken" was the theme song for WWE Judgment Day in 2002.
• "My Life" was featured on the The Scorpion King soundtrack in 2002.
• "Crash" was the theme song for WWE Superstar Al Snow in 2001.
• "Home" was used for the WWE Desire video for Kurt Angle.
• "Running out of Pain" and "Back Up" were used in Cheating Death, Stealing Life: The Eddie Guerrero Story.
• "Back Up" was also used for the WWE Triple H VS. Shawn Michaels Hell in a Cell promo.
• "Let Go" was recorded exclusively for the Daredevil movie soundtrack.
• "Shadows" was used in a trailer for the film Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest.
• "Photograph" appeared on the Elektra movie soundtrack 2005.
• "Adrenaline" was used in the World's Strongest Man competition.
• "Anthem For The Underdog" and "Adrenaline" is featured in the films Never Back Down & Never Surrender.
• "Adrenaline" is used as the Detroit Red Wings 2009 Playoffs song.

References

• Band's biography in AllMusic

External links

• Official site
• 12 Stones
• 12 Stones on Concert Attack
• 12 Stones Official Canadian Merchandise Store