Music News Wire 2/17/2010 – Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Orlando, Nashville -
THE DROPA STONE PLANNING TO RECORD NEW ALBUM IN 2010
Known for their avant-garde sound, rock quartet
THE DROPA STONE announced plans on Wednesday to enter the studio in the late spring to record a full length album of new material.
Music News Wire reports the band is currently writing and preparing dozens of new songs to include on a new album that will showcase the group’s musical versatility, chops and song writing. According to singer/guitarist Jon Meyers, the songs have been pouring out a rapid rate and touch on several genres, including strong elements within their rock sound; reggae, jazz, blues and funk.
The band recently introduced Justin Henry as a permanent member prior to their travels in the west coast, which saw them perform at venues such as the Viper Room in West Hollywood, California. Taking the role of lead guitarist, Henry brings his blues, jazz and progressive rock roots into the fold. Henry performed live and wrote sporadically with the members for more than year before officially announcing his permanent involvement with The Dropa Stone.
Meyers revealed the band’s focus currently is on song writing and preparing for the album, but said to be on the lookout for select show dates around Florida and the Southeast through the summer. Fans may get a small glimpse at some of the new songs, but Meyers warned the majority will be held under lock and key until the release date. Small teaser clips showing some of The Dropa Stone’s new songs have been posted online at the bands Youtube, Facebook and Myspace pages.
“We are really excited to enter the studio in the spring and show everyone what we have been working on the last couple of months. We have evolved immensely since our days as a trio and the initial E.P. We are really focused on the song writing and execution. I think fans will be very pleased,” Meyers said.
