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CLIFFHANGER
"With the sonic weaponry in her arsenal and impressive vocal abilities, Avalon Stone brings another fine piece of sonic artistry that will immediately resonate with even the pickiest alternative rock fans." - Thoughts Words Action "Okay, this is my favourite so far." Alan Cross "We really got excited about this song!!! Simple and Powerful. Visceral vocals. Excellent Chorus and Guitars in the right measure. Catchy melody that gets into our heads!!!" - Rocqueiro Nerd MORE COMING SOON!
Woah-oh oh Woah-oh-oh You step toward me I take another one back Cant see the water below But I hear the waves crash Broken by battle Bruised to the bone Will I end up on this bed of stone Cliffhanger Waiting for the fall Do I let go or hang on Cliffhanger Clinging to the wall Didn’t know I’d been here so long Losing my grip Thought I was stronger than this Dirt in my eyes And I’m starting to slip A rose without petals Only has thorns How can love turn into a war Cliffhanger Waiting for the fall Do I let go or hang on Cliffhanger Clinging to the wall Didn’t know I’d been here so long Cliffhanger Waiting for the fall Cliffhanger Waiting for the fall Do I let go or hang on Cliffhanger My back’s against the wall Didn’t know I’d been here so long Woah-oh-oh Woah-oh-ohhhhh
Written By: Avalon Stone, Miles Young, Molly Gottlieb Composed By: Avalon Stone, Caleb Bourgeois Produced By: Kevin Dietz Mastered By: Noah Mintz Recording Musicians: Avalon Stone - Vocals Caleb Bourgeois - Guitar Tyler Shea - Drums Donovan McKinley - Bass Cover/Promo Photos: Sandra Lee Layden Genres: Rock, Alt-rock, Hard Rock, Metal
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SEPT 2024
SHAKING ME UP
JULY 2024
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"‘Shaking Me Up’ sees the rising alternative rock artist exploring the emotional weight and toll of an abusive relationship with the kind of passion and drive that feels awe-inspiring and leaves a lasting impression. The pounding rhythms of the track and the artist’s dynamic appeal just amplify the potency of the message and the weight that it carries, and Avalon’s typically stirring and powerful vocal style does a great job of selling the magnitude of the narrative." - CLOUT "This is hard-hitting and a banger—great work! 🤘🔥" - All Hooked "With an intense and honest approach, Avalon explores the complexity of an abusive relationship through alternative rock. Produced by renowned artist Kevin Dietz, the track highlights Avalon's ability to transform painful experiences into powerful artistic expression. " - Music For All "I have to say stop everything! Stop everything and check out this band!!! We have here a band that knows very well how to incorporate elements of alternative rock, grunge, punk rock, post punk and in the middle of it, put all the originality and creativity that the band knew very well how to put in their songs!!!" - Metal Junkbox "It reminds a bit of Garbage's work, but with its own identity, as the harmonies and the way they coordinate with the instrumentation, although they have a base in Hard Rock and Metal, manage their own dark atmosphere." - El Rockanrosaurio
LYRICS
Is this how you get your point across? It’s getting late and our eyes are glossed Towering over me, my control is lost Now I’ll give into my thoughts Your words are bullets and tears are mine And this happens every time Your throat starts to hurt and my cheeks shine And when you yell, you are Shaking me up Waking me up Breaking me up You’re shaking me up Shaking me up Waking me up You’re breaking me up You’re shaking me up No sense in putting a face to the cause ‘Cause honey we’ve both got our flaws When you get loud I’ll bring out my claws Our egos just ain’t worth the cost Your words are bullets and tears are mine And this happens every time Your throat starts to hurt and my cheeks shine And when you yell, you are Shaking me up Waking me up Breaking me up You’re shaking me up Shaking me up Waking me up You’re breaking me up You’re shaking me up Yeah Your words are bullets and tears are mine And this happens every time Your throat starts to hurt and my cheeks shine And when you yell, you are Shaking me up Waking me up Breaking me up You’re shaking me up Shaking me up Waking me up You’re breaking me up You’re shaking me up Shaking me up Waking me up Breaking me up You’re shaking me up You’re shaking me up Yeah You’re shaking me up
CREDITS
Written By: Avalon Stone Produced By: Kevin Dietz Mastered By: Noah Mintz Recording Musicians: Avalon Stone - Vocals Caleb Bourgeois - Lead Guitar Wes Bartram - Drums Donovan McKinley - Bass Chris Dimas - guitar Live Band: Avalon Stone - Lead Vocals and Rhythm Guitar Caleb Bourgeois - Lead Guitar and Backing Vocals Tyler Shea - Drums Donovan McKinley - Bass Cover/Promo Photos: Sandra Lee Layden Video Production: Jeff Nedza Video Recording: Zeebrah Media Live Video Recording: Joe Stager Other Support: Tara Bridger Genres: Rock, Alt-rock, Grunge, Hard Rock, Metal
FORGET YOU
“‘Forget You’ is a transformative sound that helps us ignite the flame that drives existence.” Portuguese: “‘Forget You’ um som transformador que nos ajuda a acender a chama que movimenta a existência.”- Roadie Music, Brazil “From thunderous drums to gritty, electric guitar strums and a deep rocky riff, even just the opening moments of ‘Forget You’ are unapologetically loud and eager to be listened to, filled with a passion and adrenaline that’s utterly infectious.” - Existential Magazine “Forget You is not just a song; it’s an emotional journey that speaks to the complexities of human relationships and the power of resilience.” - Edgar Allen Poets “The discharge of energy that the melody injects into us makes the cells renew and the desire to overcome, grow along the lines of raw and connective talent, instigating the flame that lights the gaze and conjures transformation.” - Roadie Metal
To me you are treasure But you think you’re so much better Something’s telling me I’m about to get burned Know what it really means To feel hurt Feel it burn Want you to return Now I’ll have to learn To try to forget you I used to be your lover Now I’m destined to suffer Something’s telling me I’m about to get burned Know what it really means To feel hurt Feel it burn Want you to return Now I’ll have to learn To try to forget you (Ooooahhhh ooooo) I can feel you there, I can see you there I can feel you there, I can see you there I can’t feel you there, I can’t see you there Yeah-ah Feel it burn Want you to return Now I’ll have to learn To try to forget you I feel it, yeah Don’t want you to return Now I’ll have to learn To try to forget you
Written By: Avalon Stone, Taylor Leith Produced By: Kevin Dietz Mastered By: Noah Mintz Recording Musicians: Avalon Stone - Vocals Caleb Bourgeois - Guitar and Backing Vocals Wes Bartram - Drums Brent Wilson - Bass Live Band: Avalon Stone - Lead Vocals and Rhythm Guitar Caleb Bourgeois - Lead Guitar and Backing Vocals Tyler Shea - Drums Donovan McKinley - Bass Cover Art: Connor Rubello Cover/Promo Photos: Connor Rubello Video Production: Jack Darby and Canadian Daydream Productions Live Video Recording: Joe Stager Other Support: Tara Bridger Genres: Rock, Alt-rock, Grunge, Hard Rock, Metal
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OCT 2023
DRAG ME
MAY 2024
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"I absolutely LOVE this song. The vocal is soooo good. Different from just about anything I have heard recently to be honest with an almost haunting depth to it but, it doesn't fall into that trap of trying to sound weird at the same time. So many vocalists when they try this, either sound flat, or a bit off-key when they are trying to sound "original" and alternative but I was really taken with the tone and soul of the voice here and thought it had a real clarity to it as well. The way it lifted for the chorus line was impressive too. Let's not forget that we have an excellent band here providing the backdrop too. The guitar parts were packed with melody and I loved the little hook going into the chorus. The rhythm section was solid too and I enjoyed the listen very much (all three of them so far!)" - pre-release reviews are confidential "We found the production impeccable, instrumentation also at the level supported by high quality guitar lines. On that side. The artist has hit hard and we are curious to discover a little more about their musical catalog." "I love the way that you manage to blend the Jerry Cantrell-like guitar with the kind of Taylor Momsen singing"
LYRICS
I’ve gotta get up off of my knees Feeling so surrounded in my doubt The ghost of pressure makes it hard to breathe Only I could drown while in a drought You’ll have to drag me You’ll have to drag me Oh god, I wish there was another way I seem to be my own greatest enemy Breaking everything that’s in my path Staring at the mirror in front of me Can’t see me until I break the glass You’ll have to drag me You’ll have to drag me Oh god I wish there was another way Drowning in a place void of water I feel most awake in the dead of night Feeling most like me when I’m shattered I’m trying my best to put up a fight Drowning in a place void of water (Drag Me) I feel most awake in the dead of night Feeling most like me when I’m shattered I’m trying my best to put up a fight Drowning in a place void of water (Drag Me) I feel most awake in the dead of night Feeling most like me when I’m shattered I’m trying my best to put up a fight You’ll have to drag me You’ll have to drag me Oh god, I wish there was another way You’ll have to drag me You’ll have to drag me Oh god, I wish there was another way
CREDITS
Written By: Avalon Stone Produced By: Kevin Dietz Mastered By: Noah Mintz Recording Musicians: Avalon Stone - Vocals Caleb Bourgeois - Guitar Wes Bartram - Drums Donovan McKinley - Bass Live Band: Avalon Stone - Lead Vocals and Rhythm Guitar Caleb Bourgeois - Lead Guitar and Backing Vocals Tyler Shea - Drums Donovan McKinley - Bass Cover Art: Connor Rubello Cover/Promo Photos: Connor Rubello Video Production: Tara Bridger and Joe Stager TuneMage Media (lyric video) Live Video Recording: Joe Stager Other Support: Tara Bridger Genres: Rock, Alt-rock, Grunge, Hard Rock, Metal
HARDER
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"Without a doubt Avalon is one of the most promising female voices of the last 5 years in the hard rock universe. Her new song “Harder” is a powerful rock ballad, with an emotional message that culminates in a soulful guitar solo." - Global Pop "Stone once again proves why she’s one of the best alternative rock singer-songwriters nowadays. She poured all her knowledge, skills, and talent into this track, and her efforts resulted in a meaningful rock ballad that exceeds all expectations. You should put “Harder” on your radar as soon as possible because Avalon Stone’s vocal and musical performance will knock you off the chair." - Thoughts Words Action "Sonically we are faced with a greasy, pompous and imposing alternative rock ballad with dirty guitars in its strong chorus. And the icing on the cake is Avalon's big voice... A masterful guitar solo completes the package!" - Music For All, Brazil "the song might be called “Harder” but it will help you feel less alone on a cold, dark winter night." - Canadian Beats
LYRICS
Getting up in the morning, my mind doesn’t stray from the bed Fear, it paralyses and it occupies my head Because once I’m awake, there’s no excuses left There’s not much left of me, I am unravelling like a thread It’s getting harder than it used to be Days getting longer, all I do is sleep So don’t you tell me that some things are easy to change Cause I don’t see no other way It’s getting harder than it used to be Than it used to be Yeah Too much too early, too much too soon Awareness is painful and I am mourning for my youth I was naive and free, my presence could fill up a room Yeah You might not believe me, but I am trying to tell you the truth It’s just that it’s harder than it used to be Days getting longer, all I do is sleep So don’t you tell me that some things are easy to change Cause I don’t see no other way It’s getting harder than it used to be Than it used to be Than it used to be Than it used to be Yeah Than it used to be, yeah So don’t you tell me that some things are easy to change Cause I don’t see no other way It’s getting harder than it used to be Than it used to be
JAN 2024
CREDITS
Written By: Avalon Stone, Joe Jacobs Produced By: Kevin Dietz Mastered By: Noah Mintz Guitar Solo By: Caleb Bourgeois Recording Musicians: Avalon Stone - Vocals Caleb Bourgeois - Guitar Wes Bartram - Drums Donovan McKinley - Bass Live Band: Avalon Stone - Lead Vocals and Rhythm Guitar Caleb Bourgeois - Lead Guitar and Backing Vocals Tyler Shea - Drums Donovan McKinley - Bass Cover Art: Connor Rubello Cover/Promo Photos: Connor Rubello Video Production: Tara Bridger and Joe Stager TuneMage Media (lyric video) Live Video Recording: Joe Stager Other Support: Tara Bridger Genres: Rock, Alt-rock, Grunge, Hard Rock, Metal