THE DROPA STONE is a groove-based rock quartet that takes its listeners on a unique musical journey with powerful vocals, guitar wizardry and a transcendent display of song craft. Weaving a landscape of visually-enhancing music, they display an uncanny ability to meld together distinctive melodies, a skillful rhythm section and ever-evolving story telling.
Founded in 2007 by Jon Meyers (Vocals/Guitar) and Joe Lederman (Drums), two friends conceptualized a vision and recruited Justin Henry (Lead Guitar) and Will Richey (Bass) to complete the lineup. Mining a wealth of influences ranging from Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd to Soundgarden and Incubus, they have applied their talents to create an imaginative avant-garde sound through a common bound of passion and inspiration. Spreading their musical energy through their latest studio release and a must-see live show, each concert proves to be a unique experience for audiences as the band combines a tapestry of rock, funk, blues, reggae and jazz through the art of improvisation.
In November 2009, the new lineup debuted on a tour of the west coast which saw them perform at renowned venues such as The Viper Room and Whisky a Go Go in Los Angeles, CA. The band recently announced they would begin preparations for a new studio album, with tour dates to be announced shortly after completion. Rapidly emerging as one of the top up and coming bands in the country, look for an impressive national showing in 2010 from The Dropa Stone.
"exploring a groovalicious new terrain." – New Times Magazine
"The Dropa Stone writes and performs in such a way that damns the cliches."– Connections Magazine
"a groove apart."– The Reader
