Velvet Starlings is a 60s infused garage rock ‘n’ roll band hailing from Los Angeles and the beach cities of Southern California. Velvet Starlings is becoming a staple in the blossoming neo psychedelic garage rock scene on the West Coast, with several tours under their belt, internationally and across the country. The band was founded by young lead singer, guitarist & organ player Christian Gisborne who is known for his dynamic live stage performance, concert attendance record and impressive Lego collection. Velvet Starlings is rounded out by brother’s drummer Foster Poling and bassist Hudson Poling.
CHRISTIAN GISBORNE
Name:
Christian Gisborne
Location: Venice
Code Name:
ChristianGizzborne
Skills:
Can recite most of the words
to “what does the fox say?”
Musical influences:
The Doors, Sleater Kinney,
Thee Oh Sees, Kula Shaker
Weapon of Choice: Guitar, Organ
Fave Colour:
Cotton candy (blue and pink)
Food:
Macarons (the sushi of dessert)
De-classified:
Owns nearly 1/3 of all Lego in California
Favorite game:
Minecraft (pre-horse update)
Favorite quote:
“When I go Subway I ask for a water glass and I always fill it with Fresca because i'm a monster, sir" - Anders Holmvik
FOSTER
POLING
Name:
Foster Poling
Location:
San Clemente
Code Name:
Elfosto
Skills:
Can do “the” stick trick
Musical Influences:
The Who, The Stones, Humble Pie, Jack White
Weapon of choice:
Drums
Favorite Color:
Red
Food:
amen
De-Classified:
Avidly collects Pez Dispensers
Favorite game:
Settlers of Catan
Favorite quote:
“Hey bud, let’s party!”
HUDSON
POLING
Name:
Hudson Poling
Location:
San Clemente, California
Code Name:
Thunder Fingers
Skills:
Able to play the stand up bass as well as electric bass
Musical Influences:
Queen, The Who, The Rolling Stones, Royal Blood
Weapon of Choice:
Bass
Favorite Color:
Purple
Food:
Medium-Rare Steak
Declassified:
better than the average mountain biker
Favorite Game:
Team Fortress Two
Favorite Quote-
“If your not first, then your last”
