The Stalkers

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The Stalkers
Origin Australia
Genres Rock
Years active2002
LabelsValve/East West
Members Ben Ely (guitar)
Peter Kostic (drums)
Ray Ahn (bass)
Raymond Lalotoa (vocals)

The Stalkers are a rock band from Australia. They formed in April 2002 when Regurgitator was taking a break. [1] [2]

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References

  1. Gold Coast Bulletin, 12 December 2002, "THE STALKERS Snap crackle ... rock" by Suzanne Simonot
  2. Courier Mail, 25 October 2002, "Return to musical roots" by Craig Spann
  3. The Newcastle Herald, 28 November 2002, review by Chad Watson
  4. Courier-Mail, 1 November 2002, "The Stalkers Rock 'n' Roll Valve" Star full.svgStar full.svgStar full.svgStar empty.svgStar empty.svg review by Craig Spann