LONDON: The Bedford

Wednesday 28th August, 2024

7:00pm

Event information

International Pop Prog Band ZIO is the brainchild of former Karnataka Drummer Jimmy Pallagrosi. The band made their live debut at Crescendo Festival in France in 2018, unveiling a line-up that included Olivier Castan (Keys), Marc Fascia (Guitar) and Liz Hayes (Bass) alongside guest vocalists Hayley Griffiths (Karnataka/The Hayley Griffiths Band) and former Enid vocalist Joe Payne. Together they released the band’s debut award-winning album Flower Torania, a concept album inspired by video games, fantasy and 80’s sci-fi films. Flower Torania won a host of incredible reviews and was Notes Reviews No.1 Album of 2020.
The bands energetic and powerful 2024 Tour will see them perform not only Flower Torania but also their brand new album TRUEWAVES. The album features a plethora of talented vocalists including Eric Gillette (Neal Morse Band) John Mitchell (Arena/Lonely Robot/Frost*) - Corvax - Hayley Griffiths, Magda & Miranda and Gabriel Agudo (Incontinuum Band /Steve Rothery Band.)
Book your tickets now and come along for the ride as we take you on a journey through pure prog, calm ballads, pop melodies and metal riffs. There will be several vocal guests throughout the tour.
***STOP PRESS*** This tour will feature an additional lead singer, the fabulous MARY REYNAUD from Franck Carducci's Fantastic Squad!

Supported by HEATHER FINDLAY, who fronted Mostly Autumn for many years, taking them from fledgling local hopefuls to international Classic Rock giants. During this time she cemented a reputation as a celebrated songwriter, mesmerising performer and awesome vocalist, possessed of a keen ability to communicate heart, power and emotion in her singing. She left the band in 2010 to focus on solo work and on her family. She has also performed as a duo with Angela Gordon (Odin Butterfly), and a short-lived project with Simon Snaize (The Bee Tellers).

The Bedford is a delightful live venue/pub/restaurant/hotel in Balham, just a few minutes' walk from the Northern Line tube station. The separate live music room is usually set up with tables and chairs 'cabaret style', with standing at the back and sides, plus further seating in the balcony area.
The event aims to be responsive to needs of attendees with disability issues; If you require a reserved seat, please let the organisers know. Children of 14+ are allowed, provided they are accompanied by an adult and leave once the music has finished.