Great name for a band
Ornate Petrol
The story
Ornate Petrol is a Brisbane-based band formed in the summer of 2013. The band's four members - vocalist and guitarist Alex Ferguson, drummer Harry Williams, bassist Josh Turner, and keyboardist Emily Jones - all met in university while studying different aspects of music and decided to combine their unique talents to create something special. Their name, which was conceived during a road trip when they spotted an old, vintage petrol station with decorative architecture, became a symbol of their desire to infuse ornate, complex structures into their music.
Ornate Petrol’s music is an eclectic mix of Indie Rock with elements of Blues and Psychedelic.
Wheels of Time
Verse 1 Am C G D Driving down the old coast road, where memories unwind, Am C G D We found a place that time forgot, left so far behind. Am C G D A vintage sign of rust and age, standing still, so bold, Am C G D Ornate Petrol, echoes of stories untold. Chorus Am C G D Wheels of time keep turning, Am C G D Memories keep burning, Am C G D In the heart of this old station, Am C G D Resides our inspiration. Verse 2 Am C G D In the quiet corners of our minds, where dreams take flight, Am C G D We strike a chord, we pen a word, under the moonlight. Am C G D The charm of past, the hopes of present, meld into a song, Am C G D In the echoes of the Ornate Petrol, we belong. Chorus Am C G D Wheels of time keep turning, Am C G D Memories keep burning, Am C G D In the heart of this old station, Am C G D Resides our inspiration.
Biggest fan
The band’s favorite fan is a jovial character named Jimmy Chapman. Jimmy is not just a fan of Ornate Petrol's music, but he also appreciates the band's deep-rooted love for the past and their ability to translate it into their songs. As a lover of vintage culture himself, Jimmy finds a nostalgic resonance in their music.
“The first time I heard Ornate Petrol's 'Wheels of Time', I felt like I was transported right back to the glory days of classic rock. Their music is more than just melodies and lyrics; it's an art form that transcends time. The way they infuse history and classic vibes into their songs, it's a beautiful blend of the old and the new. That's what makes Ornate Petrol my favorite band.” - Jimmy Chapman.