The first time I heard
the single, “Enjoy the Ride,” was in my car on KTG. I almost wrecked trying to
get home to Google the lyrics. When I couldn’t find the song per lyrics, I
proceeded to e-mail Mr. Pat Ballard, only to find out that this was a local
band. If you like organic Southern rock, then you’ll love Steppin’ Stone. Visit
www.myspace.com/steppinstone4 to hear more.
N4U: Where did you
get the band's name, Steppin' Stone?
SS: Jeremi originally came up with the name but then for
various reasons we vetoed it, Daze of Freedom is what we eventually decided to
go with but after playing out at various clubs, no one could seem to get the
name right, so we decided to go with Steppin’ Stone. Each of us has been in
different bands with the other members and felt that those bands were all
stepping stones to this band. Plus, “steppin stone” is in several songs by
various artists that have influenced us.
How did you mold your earthy, classic
sound?
It just evolved naturally from the various musical styles
that each member brought to the table, Steve with the folk/alternative sound, Gary with the blues/funk,
Jeremi with the classic southern rock, and Andy with the hard rock/old school
metal.
What is song “Enjoy the Ride” about?
Any specific incident the lyrics talk
about?
First, it was just an idea that me [Steve] and my dad had
about taking a road trip up to Sturgis. We had family that lived in Colorado and we were
going to route our trip to include a visit to them. But, then I had some
friends that actually took the trip and they got caught in a big storm and had
to spend the night underneath a bridge, so the next morning they took off for
the next town hell bent for leather so that they wouldn’t get caught in the
next storm that was chasing them into the town. When I sat down to write it,
the words and the music just flowed.
Tell me about your band members.
Jeremi (lead guitar) plays a 76 Gibson Les Paul, named Elizabeth
Marie Winstead, and is a Cancer born on the 4th of July. He’s a firecracker
ready to go off in your hand. Steve (vocals/guitar/harmonica) plays a Gibson
SG, named Juanita. A Virgo, Steve enjoys the hokey pokey and twisting the night
away. Andy, the beatmeister, (drums) plays a 2000 Pearl Export kit, Zildjian
series. Andy is a Sagittarius who likes to beat the skins, beat the video
games, and beat the…well you know. Gary, the groove mechanic, (bass) plays a
Geddy Lee Fender Jazz bass. He’s a Virgo and is a bartender/musician who likes
to serve drinks, notes, and jokes.
How long have you been together?
About four years.
Do any of you ride motorcycles?
Steve pushes one a lot.
If so, what kind?
83' Harley Sportster
I've heard your stuff on the radio. What
was it like first time you heard yourselves? It was really exciting and
very surreal.
Who writes your songs and where do they
get inspiration?
Steve comes in with the lyrics, melody, and chord
progression and then everyone adds their own input into what can make it
complete.
What's up with Madisonville? Lotsa hot girls there?
Hell, we don’t know we’re married but I’ve heard tell that
there are a lot of hot women.
Tell me about your latest album?
We recorded part of it at Barrick’s Studio where Black Stone
Cherry & Kentucky Headhunters have recorded albums. One of the boards was
used to record Dark Side of the Moon by
Pink Floyd
What are your future plans?
For our music to be heard around the world.
Crazy road stories?
What happens on the road stays on the road… (Have we
mentioned our lovely wives?)
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