Rock 'n Roll Logo Design

The SoundLab

We distribute Gibson Guitars for Australia & also have 8 retails stores - Gallin's Guitars and the Musician's Pro Shop across the country. This is a side project, interactive tutorial sessions and workshops with top Australian Artists. A creative space for artists to join together and further develop their talents.

18-35yr olds - Typically Guitar/Bass/Drums/Keys players. Beginners & Industry. Rock and Roll, Heavy Metal & Jazz style playing.

I need a logo that is suitable for all purposes. I want the logo to have an edgy rock feel to it, could even be Reto style. I like the colors Black & Red and would probably prefer logo on a darker background.

As a reference think Christian Audigier tattoo style graphics with the use of skulls. But I don't want it to be to cartoony or contain too much in the way of graphics as this may make it difficult to use. The name SoundLab probably conjurers up ideas of something scientific with test tubes! I'd like perhaps Gothic lettering but I don't want it to be too "GOTHIC" as this wont appeal to other styles of playing ie. Jazz. See also: http://www.rockschool.com.au/splash.html. I like this it's quirky.

To be honest I'm really not that definite on what I want. I guess that's why I wanted to put it out there and see what sort of ideas turned up! Your effort is much appreciated.

Art to be supplied in a vector format Adobe Photoshop file.