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The First Stone gets their first TV credit! Watch “Sophomores” tonight for their season finale.
May 12, 2010
Good news!  The First Stone’s music will be on TV tonight!  We’re being featured on the show “Sophomores” with TWO of our songs, “This Time” and “What About You.”  Be sure to check out the season finale tonight!  Visit their website for more information:  http://www.sophomorestv.com/ Also, we’re playing soon.  Who’s coming?  Spread the word! Hooray! (read more)
New Music and a New Focus
March 25, 2010
Hello Hello……  So, it’s been a while since our last update so I wanted to fill everyone in on all things new with The First Stone.  Nate bought a car!!!!  WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS HOW AWESOME THIS IS so look for Nate and I to hit the ground running with a batch of acoustic appearances this spring.  We’ve been visiting Eddie’s Attic and have had a blast.  That place is just so full of amazing… (read more)
Smyrna, GA, 04/01/10
March 25, 2010
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Smyrna, GA, 03/25/10
March 25, 2010
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Kicking Off 2010 with a BANG
January 15, 2010
We’re playing a few shows soon with some good friends “I’m Chinese”.  DownloadImChinese.com These guys are super talented and I’m looking for big things out of them in 2010!  So come hang with us next week at GA Tech @ Under the Couch.  I’ve never been there but I hear great things. Also, be sure to check us out at the Masquerade next month!  This should be an awesome event so let… (read more)
Time changes to TNS show on Dec 18th. Now playing 2nd at 12:15.
December 6, 2009
Hey ya’ll, Just wanted to let you know that we had a small time change at TNS Bar Room in East Atlanta.  Instead of 11:00, we will now be playing at 12:15.  PEAK time of the night!  See ya’ll there! -The First Stone (read more)
We need your help to promote! Two big shows coming up!
November 20, 2009
Hey ya’ll! We have two great shows coming up and we need your help to promote.  Below, you will find the flyers for each show.  Just click on the link (or picture) and download the image.  Print, email, share, etc… We’d love the help.  Also, if you haven’t yet, join our street team! 10 High – Dec 1st, Atlanta, GA High-Res Photo Web Version Photo TNS Atlanta – Dec 18th, East Atlanta,… (read more)
Some great bands to see: “I’m Chinese” and “Detroit Mutant Radio” at Ten High on Dec 1st.
November 20, 2009
Hey ya’ll, Looks like you are in for a treat.  We just got word from Ten High that we’ll be sharing the bill with some great bands on December 1st.  Please check them out.  They are I’m Chinese and Detroit Mutant Radio. I’m Chinese I’m Chinese will be performing with The First Stone on Dec 1st at Ten High in Atlanta. Website: myspace.com/ weareimchinese Detroit Mutant Radio Detroit Mutant… (read more)
New show added. And a GREAT show at that! TNS in Atlanta with “That 30/60″ and “Slammin Betty” on Dec 18th.
November 20, 2009
New album available from That 30/60 band. See their myspace for more information. (myspace.com/that3060) Hey ya’ll, We just booked a great grouping of shows, but we’re only gonna tell you about one for right now!  The first one is at TNS in East Atlanta which is a great new venue for music.  They recently started promoting their Friday and Saturday nights with live music and DJs.  Its has been… (read more)
Quarter To Never by The First Stone- CD Review
November 11, 2009
Yes! What great news!  Our latest album, “Quarter To Never,” just received some great press through Rock Fist reviews.  Please check out their website and look at some other reviews as well.  They have a great collection of reviews and tell it like it is. Direct Link to “Quarter To Never” review: Website: http://www.rockfistreviews.com See ya’ll soon! Yes! What great news!  Our latest… (read more)
10 High/Dark Horse Tavern – Atlanta, GA – New show booked
November 11, 2009
Hey fans! We just booked a new show at 10 High/Dark Horse Tavern in Atlanta with a few other bands TBA on December 1st.  Cost is just $5.00 and 21+.  Hope to see ya’ll there. We’ve been writing a lot of great music lately and we’re proud to announce our new EP CD in 2010 will be ready for pre-order very soon.  This album will be different from Quarter To Never with a better, bolder sound… (read more)
In the studio again! – Live from Southern Tracks – Atlanta, GA
October 17, 2009
Sound Engineer, Stephen Morrison at Southern Tracks. He has no clue that we took this photo.... Hey ya’ll, We’ve got some great things coming.  It has been an incredible week!  Tuesday night, we had a packed show at Smith’s Olde Bar in Atlanta, GA and cut a live album that will be available VERY soon.  Then, Wednesday night, we played at The Five Spot and it was broadcast streaming on the… (read more)
An Interview with Justin and Shannon from DirtySouthTV.tv
October 15, 2009
Thank you Justin and Shannon for the interview!  We were glad to play with DirtySouthTV.tv and for you fans, we’ll have video of the performance coming soon.  We’ll even have our own channel on DirtySouthTV.tv so you can watch future videos.  Had a great gig and looking forward to more in the future at DirtySouthTV.tv.   The interview is below. Enjoy! Click here to view the embedded video (read more)
Live broadcast from Smith’s Olde Bar – Atlanta, GA
October 12, 2009
Hey ya’ll! We’ve got a big show tomorrow night and if you can’t make it, that’s totally find.  We’re broadcasting the whole thing live from our website and ustream.tv.  Check out the video below tomorrow at 8:30pm EST to view the show.  Also, visit:  http://www.ustream.tv/channel/the-first-stone to chat with other people watching.  See ya’ll soon! Live Videos by Ustream -The First… (read more)
An Update: Adrian Vera playing with The First Stone at Smith's Olde Bar
October 5, 2009
Adrian Vera will be playing with The First Stone at Smith's Olde Bar on October 13th at 7:00pm. Whats up yall?! Were in for a special night at Smiths Olde Bar.  They just added Adrian Vera to the line-up on October 13th.  Adrian Vera is from Los Angeles, California and will only be in Atlanta for one night, so please be sure to check out his music as well.  His myspace is at:  http://www.myspace.com/adrianveramusic… (read more)
The Five Spot, Atlanta ' The First Stone performing on DirtySouthTV.tv
October 3, 2009
Hey Yall! We just booked a great show at The Five Spot in Atlanta, GA on October 28th at 9:45pm. The best part of this show is that you dont even have to come to the show to see us play. It will be broadcast live on DirtySouthTV.tv so you can watch it in your underwear(If you want to, that is&. weirdos!) Here is the deal; In order to see The First Stone on October 28th, youll have to register on… (read more)
Help The First Stone promote in Atlanta, GA. Join the Street Team!
September 29, 2009
Hey all! Weve got two great shows coming up and wed love your help.  Below, are images of the flyers and links below them.  Please send the links to your friends and let them know where were playing!  Also, we are always looking for help during our shows.  We really need help at our merchandise table on October 13th and someone to help take pictures.  Can anyone help?  If so,… (read more)
An update from The First Stone ' Smith's Olde Bar show, North River Tavern Show
September 29, 2009
Wendy Jans will also be performing at Smith's Olde Bar on October 13th, 2009 (7:00pm). One more act is TBA. Hey yall! Its been a while since we updated everyone.  Officially, we have 13 days left until our Smiths Olde Bar show.  It will be the biggest show of the year.  Since the bands new album Quarter To Never which was released in January, we have been writing bolder, better songs… (read more)
Smith's Olde Bar October 13th!
September 25, 2009
We are really looking forward to getting back to Smiths Olde Bar in a few weeks. Its a tuesday night and you get to hear 3 bands for $5. Tough to beat! Theres no football on tuesday so I want to see everyone out. Well also be recording the performance in HD video so please take the Flyer below and help us spread the word. The show is gonna ROCK and we are playing a ton of new material so were… (read more)
2nd Annual Ella’s 5K & Fun Run with Right To Hike
August 16, 2009
Hey all! We had a great time in Blairsville, GA yesterday afternoon and were excited to be back.  Right To Thike, GA has invited The First Stone to play again on October 10th in Buford, GA to play at a 5K Walk & Fun Run.  More information can be found at: http://www.righttohikeinc.com/Second-Annual-Ella-s-5K-and-Fun-Run.63.0.html Pictures from yesterday will be posted soon.  Hope to see… (read more)
Sorry for the confusion folks. The Scene show has been cancelled until further notice.
August 14, 2009
Hey folks! Sorry for the confusion.  Really, were sorry for that.  Our show on August 29th at The Scene in Marietta, GA has been canceled.  We are working with Bort from The Scene to reschedule a better date.  Thank you again for your support! -The First Stone (read more)
Right to Hike Benefit
August 11, 2009
Weve been invited to help support a great foundation for a great cause in Blairsville GA this saturday. Right To Hike, Inc. is dedicated to celebrating the life of our friend, Meredith Hope Emerson through raising funds and awareness for causes close to Merediths heart.  We hope to honor her memory by sharing her courage, love of the outdoors and belief that all people have the right to live… (read more)
The North River Tavern- Sandy Springs, GA ' NEW SHOW!
August 7, 2009
Yes!  Yes!  Yes! We got booked at one of our favorite places to play again!  The North River Tavern in Sandy Springs is great!  Best part of all:  ITS A FREE SHOW!  Come on out and enjoy it.  Well be accompanied by special guests Stone Mountain West. Below, is the flyer for the show.  If you can help promote, please let us know and well send you some hand bills to pass out. … (read more)
New pictures posted from Lenny's Bar ' Atlanta, GA Thanks!
August 7, 2009
Hey yall! We had  great time last night at Lennys Bar and want to thank every one that came out and Lennys Bar for having us and the other great bands.  Thanks again to Mog Rocket, Shadow Boxer, Dayglo Dago, & The Humboldt Trio!  The drummer from The Humboldt Trio is just amazing and their guitar players tone is just sick! One of the special few wed like to thank is Wade Keeton from… (read more)
The Scene in Atlanta opens back up! 'The Shows are NOT canceled.'
August 5, 2009
Hey yall. We have had a confusing past few days.  On Monday, we were informed that The Scene in Marietta was closing, but as of 4:30 this morning, they have gone under new management. From The Scenes Myspace page (http://www.myspace.com/thescenevenue): Subject: Your Further Notice&.The Shows are NOT canceled! Body: The Scene is under new management. Shows are NOT canceled! $10 admission and… (read more)
Vote for The First Stone ' Taylor Guitars & Elixir Strings Endorsement
August 4, 2009
Vote now!Hey yall! Taylor Guitars and Elixir Strings have finally launched their website to vote: http://testdrive.taylorguitars.com/BandProfile.aspx?c=8067&p=325 Wed love for you to vote for us so we can possibly get an endorsement from Taylor Guitars and Elixir Strings.  Please vote now!  Also, wed love to see you this Wednesday at Lennys Bar at 9:00 pm.  We are headlining with Dayglo… (read more)
The Scene Venue in Marietta, GA is closing ' Shows Cancelled.
August 4, 2009
Hey all! Bad news.  Our show at The Scene on August 29th has been canceled.  Not only our show was canceled, but ALL shows at The Scene in Marietta, GA have been canceled.  Art Lea with Armageddon Entertainment had this to say about the cancellation of all shows at The Scene in Marietta, GA: It is with much regret that I tell you were shutting things down for now. The Scene is a great venue… (read more)
The Humboldt Trio will be at Lenny's Bar this Wednesday!
August 2, 2009
Hey yall! Looks like Lennys Bar added another act to our show on Wednesday night at Lennys Bar.  The Humboldt Trio will be there and they are pretty sweet!  Check them out at:  http://www.myspace.com/thehumboldt3 Be sure to listen to About a Bear.  Love the drum beat and delayed guitar!  This will be an even better show with these guys.  If you dont remember, the show is at… (read more)
Want free tickets to our show? Just ask!
August 1, 2009
The First stone will be playing atSmith's Olde Bar on October 13th at 7pm. Email us: info@thefirststone.com for free tix! Hey yall! Weve got some free tickets to give away, but we only have a limited amount for our show at Smiths Olde Bar.  The date is October 13th and the show starts at 9pm.  If you are interested in getting some free tickets, please email us at:  info@thefirststone.com… (read more)
Creative Loafing Atlanta ' Best of 2009 ' Cast your ballot!
July 25, 2009
We need your support! Vote for us as Atlantas Best Local New Music Act! We want to invite you to vote for The First Stone in the Creative Loafing Best of 20093 poll as Atlantas best Local New Music Act. There are a few ways to vote: 1.  Through Creative Loafings Facebook.com app. 2.  Through the Creative Loafing website. 3.  The direct link to the poll. In order for your vote to count,… (read more)