The Saint Cecilia joins the Gibson Spotlight Artist program
Hailing from Costa Rica, The Saint Cecilia is a four-piece rock band that channels the raw energy and soul of classic rock into a modern expression. The band was formed by Costa Rican natives Stewart Heigold on lead vocals and guitar and Daniel Solorzano on drums. Completing the lineup is French-born musicians Romain Garriot handling lead guitar duties and Guillaume Devigne holding down the bass—the band fuses their diverse backgrounds into a cohesive musical identity.
The Saint Cecilia draws heavily from the golden eras of rock, with influences spanning from the 1960s and 70s—such as The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and, surprisingly, Rush—to the 1990s and early 2000s indie revival scene. Heigold also finds inspiration in soul legends like James Brown and frontman extraordinaire, Robert Plant, aiming to infuse their sound with authenticity and emotional depth.
Image: The Saint Cecilia bringing their brand of rock ’n’ roll to the fourth annual Gibson Garage Fest
Recently performing at the fourth annual Gibson Garage Fest in Nashville, the band gave the attendees and the Instagram streaming audience a taste of their unique blend of styles. We were fortunate enough to catch up with The Saint Cecilia for an interview:
How would you describe your music?
Stewart: “We believe in a raw rock ’n’ roll sound that makes people dance without any click or back tracks on it. There’s ballads, too, and psychedelic trips, but mostly its about connecting with emotions and to make people dance.”
Gui: “Our music comes from deep within—it’s raw, organic, and ignites the moment it hits the air.”
What is your favorite piece of gear?
S: “Not only my fav Gibson, but my favorite guitar period, is my Murphy lab light aged Les Paul ’59 reissue. You just can’t get better than that. I got it at the Gibson Garage in Nashville, and it’s just such a vital part of my sound—its roundness and clear tone gives me everything I need. The tone options of this guitar allow you to make it sound like a lot of other guitars as well, but with an even higher spectrum of frequencies.”
G: “My main companion on stage is a 1977 Gibson Grabber—an instrument I love above all else. Its stripped-down electronics and fierce pickup deliver a sound that’s both punchy and primal. I found it in 2020 during the pandemic, and it’s been with me ever since. Right up there with it is my 2022 Non-Reverse Thunderbird in Pelham Blue—a gift from the Gibson L.A. Showroom in Hollywood. It’s got that vintage growl and soul that rock music desperately needs.”
What has been the highlight of your musical career so far?
S: “As a very small artist we have done amazing things that we will never forget, like opening for the Red Hot Chili Peppers back in our home country of Costa Rica and, obviously, now being sponsored by Gibson.”
G: “One of the most powerful moments in my career was opening for the Red Hot Chili Peppers—our first experience of a massive show, seen from the stage. It was pure magic. A glimpse of everything that could come next.”
Image: The Saint Cecilia at the Austin City Limits Music Festival
What would be your dream artist or producer collaboration, and why?
S: “Personally, I would love to sit for a couple of weeks in a studio with the French duo Air. I would love to sing on one of their songs. They are known for having various artists singing on their albums.”
G: “We’re already lucky to be working with a dream producer—Tom Rothrock. But if I could pick one more name to bring into the fold, it would be Butch Vig. He’s shaped the sound of so many artists who shaped me. That kind of collaboration would be a dream come true.”
What does being part of the Gibson Artist Spotlight program mean to you?
S: “It means accomplishing a dream, I think every guitar player on planet Earth dreams to have something like this happen to them. It’s surreal to be honest. Mom and dad are proud.”
G: “Being part of the Gibson Artist Spotlight program is an incredible honor. It means working with legendary instruments that defined the sound of rock ’n’ roll—tools that inspire. But it’s also a chance to connect with a global audience, backed by the quality and legacy of the Gibson name.”
What’s next on the horizon for you?
S: “The future looks like a massive amount of touring and traveling to new places we have never seen before. Our first album will be out July 11th, we can’t wait to see what’s going to be the response from people and where is that going to take us.”
G: “Right now, the road ahead feels wide open. From festival to festival, we’ve been lucky enough to travel, play, and share stages with international artists. Our debut album is dropping in July 2025—but we’re already heading back into the studio in a few days to record our second one. We want to stay ahead, keep the momentum, and have something powerful to bring to every stage we hit this year.”
Check out the 2025 roster for the Gibson Artist Spotlight program and visit the Artist Spotlight profile for The Saint Cecilia.
