Campbell American Guitars

A 6 piece 70s west-coast-influenced band from South Wales who formed in Spring 2003.

With 4 singer-songwriters all taking lead vocals on different songs, their sound is both fragile and intense, underpinned by a dark lyrical edge. They can turn from tender country-tinged ballad one minute to an as-wide-as-the ocean stomp the next - in the same category as classic harmony vocal bands such as Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, Crosby Stills Nash & Young and The Beatles, all of whom also had multiple singers.

"There is much to revel in within the intricate vocal harmonies of this Swansea sextet's sound" - Classic Rock

Formed with the intention of writing classic songs with great hooks, melodies and lyrics, their beginning was prolific with songs falling out of the sky and behind every song is a story containing characters and a soundtrack to their lives. There was a natural vocal chemistry: "Everyone would just sing a part and it would fit naturally. Nothing was worked out. We went for a 'if it sounds good, it is good' approach and kept the natural parts even though they might have been musically imperfect", says Steve.

"The Storys possess an ability to pen instantly classic songs which ooze class" - Music Week

The album 'Town Beyond The Trees', is issued on the band's own Hall Recordings label, named after the converted cinema where their self-produced debut was recorded. This new album was recorded at Peter Gabriel's Real World studio complex earlier in 2007, with renowned producer Jon Kelly. Kelly's impressive CV includes Kate Bush, The Beautiful South, Paul McCartney, Chris Rea and The Damned.

"Wonderful songs, great playing and instinctively beautiful harmonies" - Bob Harris

The collapse of the record label Korova/Warners, who picked up that debut, turned out to be a blessing, with the band able to retain control of the recording and producer Jon Kelly agreeing to stay on and finish the album. It was then that the strings were added, giving the album its final polish.

"They have made a fantastic debut album" - Elton John

In 2006, The Storys had the honour of being personally asked by Sir Elton John to support him on his UK Arena tour and also on a few European dates. They also supported Katie Melua on some UK and European dates. In 2007, they supported Sir Elton again on his Arena tour across the UK and Europe and ended 2007 supporting Joe Cocker in the UK.

For more info:

• http://www.thestorys.co.uk