STAN are a critically acclaimed duo who have attained something of a cult status on a number of internet music sites. Playing in a variety of styles they create their own unmistakable genre that one reviewer rather neatly called "slightly wonky folk". They have appeared on BBC and Commercial Radio, as well as a number of internet stations including being play listed on Pulse.
"Just loved meeting you lovely blokes, great story and wonderful songs evidence of joyous global fusions." BBC Radio host Sue Marchant
"LOSTFORWORDS" CD reviewed in FUSE MAGAZINE
Describing themselves as ‘Internet-Caf� Jazz’, STAN (great name!) build diverse sounds around off-kilter West Coast rock, Zappa-esque jazz breaks and even rap vocals sometimes. Stan songs deal in dark, cohesive
themes of obsession, compulsion, addiction, love and loss and over the past three years they have attained cult status on several internet sites.
On the face of it, Stan should not really work. Their strangely eclectic pot of sounds, on paper, belongs in the dark corners of real ale pubs. In reality their
heady brew of internet friendly modern takes on classic themes is strangely engaging. Add some brooding Hammond organ and the result is uplifting music you’d love to accidentally find being played live in a week night bar
when you want to chill out rather than party.
COMMENTS BY MYSPACE FRIENDS:
"A fine vintage with a 21st century twist"
"Superlative job on Sunshine in My Soul."
" LOVE THE CD!!! (: "
".listenin to without a sound just now and its gorgeous, just what the hangover needed!"
"Without A Sound is a beautiful song. I just listened to it 3 times in a row."
"Without a Sound is a seriously cool track"
"Listeining to (and liking!!) "Without a Sound." pure and classic, but relevant. Songwriting is very direct. You've got a lot to be proud of."
"This song [Without a Sound] really got to me.I rated it 10 because you made me cry in recognition.music sometimes has that effect on me."
"Lullaby." is genius! Thanks for letting me know about it.
"Lullaby from the drive. a stunning song!! 100% perfection.very orginal, loving the rap!! Adds style and class to the songa very laid back kindof sound, something that appeals to me very much so!! I will be checking your profile guys frequently, count me down as another fan!!!"
"The song is really a beautiful track I was blown away. I really hope to hear more from both You and Stan together in the future. Your music together is really unique and refreshing to me, probabally because it's so unique. There aren't many tracks out there that feature this angle of music. The only group I can think of the top of my head is the Gorrilaz, but without the accoustic sound and teeny bopper groupies. This track is amazing. Good job to both of you. I think this collaberation was one of the greatest I've heard in a real long time."
".it was such a lovely surprise to hear of your new song, and such a beautiful piece of music, so innocent, like a daydream with enchanting melody :) You are doing so well and we're so pleased for what you are acheiving with your talents. I had heard of Leaf and it was really nice to hear what you have created together, an unusual and truly delightful collaboration, this song is free spirited and gentle, it could easily sit alongside any other song I've heard on mainstream radio, and be better than many."
"I have to admit when you described Lullaby to me I was a bit skeptical but after listening to it (over & over) I have to say that it works beautifully. Leaf did an excellent job on it as well.Congratualtions! I can't wait to see what other craziness you have in store for us :-)"
"That is a bloody good track Stan !
Yeah like it and like the mix of style"
"I need more songs like Lullaby in my life. Fills me up with a gentle warmth.
Definitly a good direction of sound and melody. Keep it up boys.
"inspired"
"Great song! And hey any song about sipping margaritas cant be bad right?"
"Brilliant stuff!! Love the not the rozzers or the
rockers' lyric"
"Hey Stan, your style is unique and your songs are really good!"
"Hi guys, like your music. Every so often it reminds me a little of Pink Floyd, especially the vocals, and that feeling of depth and space."
"you guys rule to be fair"
"Fellas, you produce a psychedelic wave that drives me far out into the deep withouht a second's hesitation. The versitility, & approach requires my utmost respect. Thank you for being creators."
"Great Music, Truly amazing."
"I love the cd! Thanx very much! I have it playing on the pc right now.
Keep up the good work."
"May I take this opportunity to say how spanking I think Son of a Son is? I can see that getting many successful hits for you."
"I love your stuff by the way. You seem to be a mix of the beatles and pink floyd which is cool."
All band photos by Russ "the man with the long lens" Hardy.
