The Graveltones are a 2 piece heavy blues rock and roll band based in London.The Graveltones are influenced by artists such as Captain Beefheart, John Lee Hooker and Queens Of The Stoneage. The Graveltones formed in London in 2011 after 2 Australians, Jimmy O (Vocals & Guitar) and Mikey Sorbello (Drums & Noises) met in the famous Tin Pan Alley. 3 days after meeting in a studio for a jam they played their first gig at the 100 Club in London, February 2011.The duo recorded a 5 track self titled debut EP within the space of 2 days over August 2011 at London’s Miloco Studios by producer Sean Douglas (Wire) and was released in October 2011 in digital format on the bands official website and iTunes.London’s Grapevine Music named the EP “My pick for a Christmas stocking filler” In February 2012 they returned to their homeland for a headline tour of Australia where they played venues such as The Tote Hotel, Cherry Bar and Black Bear Lodge. On May 21 of 2012 the band released a studio single titled ‘I Want Your Love’ which was available as a free download on their official website.The single was used by Irish Lotto for their advertising campaign featuring ‘Happy Tony’ dancing to the track in the street outside a betting shop.In August 2012 they started a UK and European tour. This tour saw them play Standon Calling and headline Rotherhithe Festival in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust Since forming in 2011 The Graveltones have played over 250 gigs. The Graveltones have revealed plans to go on tour as a support act for Rival Sons on their European tour.
