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12 Stones

Item: 00-PS-0011391

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Potter's Field delivers 12 Stones' faith-based messages with a high energy level. Our album-matching folio includes four pages of color photos and all 11 titles: Bitter * Far Away * In Closing * The Last Song * Lifeless * Photograph * Shadows * Speak Your Mind * Stay * 3 Leaf Loser * Waiting for Yesterday.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-PS-0011391

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About the Composer: Paul McCoy

Paul McCoy is the vocalist and primary creative force behind 12 Stones, a band that emerged in the early 2000s with a commitment to blending hard rock energy with faith-based lyrical content. His songwriting approach balances aggressive instrumentation with introspective themes, creating music that speaks directly to listeners navigating spiritual questions and personal struggle.

Why we love this

This folio captures the raw intensity and conviction that defines 12 Stones' sound, giving guitarists access to the authentic arrangements they hear on the album. The inclusion of all 11 tracks from Potter's Field means you can build a cohesive performance set that showcases both the band's sonic range and their thematic depth, and the color photos add visual context that helps players connect with the material's purpose.

What to expect

Potter's Field radiates conviction and intensity. These songs pulse with heavy, driving rhythms punctuated by moments of vulnerability, creating soundscapes that feel both muscular and introspective. The album's faith-centered messages emerge through the guitars as much as the vocals, with each riff and progression reinforcing the emotional weight of the words.

Who it's for

Guitarists drawn to contemporary rock with spiritual themes, intermediate players building their repertoire of faith-based material, and bands looking to perform or cover an album that speaks to both musical and lyrical authenticity.

How to get the most out of it

  • Study the original recordings alongside the tab to nail the dynamics and tone choices; 12 Stones layer their guitars with both rhythm and melodic layers that create their signature wall of sound.
  • Pay attention to the energy arc across these 11 songs; some tracks demand aggressive picking while others benefit from restraint, so adjust your attack and sustain accordingly.
  • Use the tab as a reference for voicing and string selection, but experiment with amp settings and effects to capture the high-energy character that defines this album.

How to use it

This folio works well for guitarists building a full album study or for bands wanting to program a thematic concert around contemporary sacred music. You might also extract individual tracks to pair with other faith-based repertoire, or use the collection to explore how rock arrangements can carry spiritual narrative without compromise.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and playing from authentic guitar tab
  • Interpreting rhythmic intensity and dynamics from recorded reference
  • Executing power chord progressions and riff-based arrangements
  • Balancing rhythm and melodic layers in ensemble playing

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