Russell Stafford
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play lo-fi play hi-fi  All I need
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play lo-fi play hi-fi  The things I've done
Blending the roots of rock with the emotion of true life.
Why this name?
Uhhhh.. I don't think my name is really a band name. But to answer the question, I didn't pick it.. my parents (god love em) gave me this name. What a silly question!
Do you play live?
Currently performing in the Northwest area but regional and west coast dates are in the works. I LOVE performing for people!
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Yup. I would love to drone on about why I would but hey, a simple yes will do the trick!
Band History:
Started playing music at the age of 5. First piano, then trumpet. My parents gave me my first guitar when I was 14, after about 3 years of me begging them to "PLEASE LET ME PLAY GUITAR!!!!!!!". Joined my first band right about the same time with some classmates back home in Sydney. We did that for a few years and actually got some pretty good recognition around town. Moved to the U.S. when I was 19 and actually dropped the whole songwriting thing for a couple of years and concentrated on a career in television production. Got the music bug back though when I was about 21 and have been writing and playing since. Currently I have my solo project and a couple of other projects going, and couldn't be happier :)
Your influences?
My influences are pretty varied I think. My favourite artists at the moments are John Mayer, Muse, Powderfinger and Pete Murray though I pretty much listen to anything that is good. Recently started really digging on Pete Yorn.
Favorite spot?
Freshwater beach, Sydney Australia
Equipment used:
I use Maton acoustic guitars, Fender Electric, MusicMan aplification and Boss effects live. I also have a small home recording set up which runs Pro Tools LE on a G5 Powermac, M Audio monitors, Behringer mixers and a Behringer B2-Pro mic.
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