Songs That Shaped Our Sound- Stone Branches

Hailing from Southampton, Stone Branches have quickly become a standout act with their authentic sound and emotionally rich performances. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Palace, Foals, and Radiohead, the five-piece band combines intricate guitar melodies, soaring vocal hooks, and an undeniable live energy that has won over audiences both locally and nationally.

From the success of their debut EP Mantra to BBC airplay and accolades like the Isle of Wight New Blood Competition wild card prize, Stone Branches continue to rise. With sold-out headline shows and their latest release, Live at The Ranch, capturing their raw live essence, this band is proving they’re one to watch on the UK music scene.

Meditate – Bombay Bicycle Club. 

We love everything from Bombay, they’re never afraid to explore change and display huge variety and complexity with every release but somehow always manage to retain authenticity to their core sound. This track has an unorthodox approach to structure, always hinting at what is to come with a huge pay-off. 

The Bones of You – Elbow

Guy Garvey is a lyrical (and grammatical) genius. His robust vocabulary is utterly charming and lyrical phrasing is unmatched. Elbow’s often humble arrangements always feel and sound huge. From a production point of view, this track is a big reference point for our sound. 

God Bless The Child – The Pineapple Thief

This track is a great representation of a ‘musical journey’, a simple idea that simply works and is continuously built upon until it reaches an explosive conclusion. A wonderful example of subtlety, vulnerability, growth and eventually attitude. 

God Put A Smile Upon Your Face – Coldplay

Early Coldplay are a big reference point for our sound, their boxy, earthy and warm sonority oozes character. This track combines all the best features of British rock, folk and indie music, with an undeniably original sound for the time. Harmonically, this piece is simple but unusual, demanding your attention

Lover (Don’t Let Me Down) – Palace

Palace are possibly our biggest musical influence, poetic lyricism, robust harmonic content, sprawling story-book structures topped off with huge, ambient arrangement and production. Their vulnerable vocal performances tells a story, reinforced by gentle-yet-powerful guitar melodies and an unwavering rhythm section.