Things of Stone and Wood
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Things of Stone and Wood are a folk‑rock/indie rock band from Melbourne, Australia, formed in 1989 and known for blending acoustic folk‑inspired instrumentation with rock and pop songwriting. They built their reputation on melodic, thoughtful songs driven by acoustic guitars, violin, mandolin and harmonies, earning national success in the early 1990s. Their 1993 album *The Yearning* reached the ARIA Albums Chart Top 10, and the single “Happy Birthday Helen” became a Top 10 hit in Australia. Along the way they won an ARIA Award for Best New Talent and frontman Greg Arnold was named APRA Songwriter of the Year in 1993. The band’s lineup included Greg Arnold (vocals/guitar), Michael Allen (bass), Tony Floyd (drums) and Justin Brady (violin/mandolin), and they became known for their warm acoustic sound, literate lyrics and engaging live performances. After initial success and several albums in the 1990s, they disbanded but later reunited in the 2000s and again in the 2010s. In 2026 they released new music and toured as part of their continuing legacy. In short, Things of Stone and Wood are celebrated as one of Australia’s influential folk‑rock bands, blending rootsy acoustic elements with rock/pop sensibilities across a long and evolving career.
Music style
Folk Rock, Indie Rock, Acoustic Rock, Roots