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”
