We have just heard that Staines/Egham based power-pop heroes ‘Magic Eight Ball’ [Baz Francis, Diana Trochim, David Novan & Simon Freedman] are lined up to support the legendary Hollywood glamster Johnny Monaco on his forthcoming UK tour. Monaco was the lead guitarist and eventually the lead singer for Enuff Z’Nuff during his 12 year stint with the band, touring extensively throughout the US, Europe & Japan. Johnny continues to front his own pop band playing edgy, quick-witted power pop fit for a new generation, and he is looking forward to playing Britain this spring.This is set to be his very first solo headline tour. He has not toured in the UK since back in 2007 and so this will be music fans first chance to hear his perfect pop fuelled miracles, played live and in immaculate condition, and to witness his renowned pomp, swagger and effrontery.
Joining Johnny Monaco on this much anticipated British tour will be MAGIC EIGHT BALL and, on selected dates, YOUNG LUST.
Magic Eight Ball have already delighted audiences around the Surrey/Berkshire area with their splendidly hippy & poppy songs like ‘Baby, Is It So?’ With its sleek atmosphere and tinkly heartfelt vocals. La-la melodies and a confetti of harmonies are all trademarks of this cheerful band. Other show-songs from the 8-ball song-book include ‘Perils of Honesty’ with a heady infusion of supersonic guitar based high-jinks and always a strong tune.
Magic Eight Ball are a treat for anyone who loves big pop pizzazz - like fans of ‘Cheap Trick’ or ‘Big Star’. Magic Eight Ball front man Baz says he is really excited about the tour and about playing with one of his own all time heroes. “Magic Eight Ball and Johnny Monaco will be playing a very special gig together at the famous 12 Bar Club in London’s Soho on Wednesday, 16th May.... and that shall culminate in a one-off All Star Acoustic set - even if you live Glasgow you will want to come down to witness that.”
Come see Johnny Monaco with Magic Eight Ball
May 10 – Diamond, Sutton-in-Ashfield
May 11 – The New Inn, Ilkeston
May 12 – Area 81 Bristol
May 15 – Cavern Club, Liverpool (IPO Fest)
May 16 - 12 Bar Club, London
May 17 – Talking Heads, Southampton
May 18 – Sanctuary Bar, Basingstoke
May 19 – Gasworks, Bradford
Links:
http://www.reverbnation.com/magiceightball
http://www.johnnymonaco.com
