Stingray is an innovative and energetic Perth blues, funk and soul band. Since forming in August 1996 the band has been gigging in city pubs and clubs and taking frequent road-trips all over Western Australia. With a more than obvious foothold in roots music, these guys have branched out and developed a distinct style which has been described as ‘progressive blues'. Over the last eight years, the band has developed a unique sound, an excellent reputation among the WA blues community, and three CD's of their own songs.

The 4-piece line up consists of Hamish Jacobsen (guitarist/singer/songwriter), brother Nick Jacobsen (bass), Chris Oldman, (drums), and Kat Kinley (vocals and keyboard). Hamish and Nick both played in numerous bands during their earliest days in the Perth music scene, and Hamish has experience beyond his 27 years having played stints in bands in home of the blues itself - the South of the USA. Chris and Kat are the newest members of the line-up and both bring a great deal of experience and talent. Chris has played with well-known Perth outfits such as the Blue Shaddy Band and the Gerard Maunick Band. What can go wrong with Chris at the helm of the rhythm section? Kat has produce a solo album and played extensively overseas. Her vocals (harmony and sometimes lead) and deft touch on keys give the band a full sound and added versatility. Stingray is enjoying a fresh injection of enthusiasm and a new perspective on the future.

Stingray has played with some of this country's most well known musos, such as Rick Eastman, Ash Grunwald, Bob Patient, Dave Hole, and the Bondi Cigars. Front-man Hamish has also had stints playing in the U.S. where he had the honour of working with Kenny Wayne Shepherd's band, and legends of the industry such as Joe Osborne (The Mamas and the Papas, Billy Joel Simon and Garfunkel), and Jay Davis (Ron Wood, Rod Stewart).