Miranda Stone

with Ryan Adcock

Miranda Stone is the definition of the grassroots independent artist. Her dynamic guitar work and intelligent lyrics combine for a modern urban folk
sound that she describes as "gentle-folk-punk."

Following a previous studio recorded EP and a full length live record her newest release, Seven Deadly Sins, stands as Stone's first full length studio effort and it can safely be said that this is the record her fans have been waiting for. Balancing the power of her live performances with the intricate arrangements afforded by the studio setting, her passion with her poetry, Seven Deadly Sins draws elements of jazz, country and blues rock into Stone's already deft singer-songwriter palette. But
regardless of whether the guitar couching the voice be electric or acoustic, regardless of whether the arrangements are bolstered with strings, keys and horns or if they are left bare, the voice throughout
remains distinctly Stone's own as she delves into herself in search of something universal. Whether judged in terms of writing or performance,
Seven Deadly Sins stands as Stone's finest work to date and establishes her as a significant voice in the singer-songwriter world.

Ryan Adcock has quickly become critic favorites in his hometown of Cincinnati Ohio. Ryan is a former English Major and Teacher. His music has been influenced by The Dave Matthews Band , Van Morrison, Jeff Buckley and many others. His 1999 CD, Like Orville Stared at Air, was chosen as one of the Top Ten CD's of the Year by the Cincinnati Post. Ryan received a 2001 Cincinnati Music Awards nomination for Best Rock Vocalist. He also
received the 2002 Cammy Award for Best Rock Vocalist from the Cincinnati Enquirer and his band received the award for Best Alternative Rock Band.
His latest CD, From Silence and Joy, was released in 2002.

"First rate emotive, acoustic pop."

- Showcase Magazine, Chicago

"Stone fuses the energy of punk, and the tenderness of folk."

- Sun Review, Vernon BC

"Ryan Adcock just keeps getting better. His new CD, his fourth, presents 11 songs that combine passionate singing with intelligent, introspective
writing, all framed in smart pop/folk/rock."

- The Cincinnati Enquirer