Zeppo

Zeppo, the energetic five-piece that effortlessly combine blues, jazz, funk and rock into a unique musical gumbo, which appeals to casual music fans and die-hard musos alike, will play a free gig at Stoker's Lodge on Edward Street in Oakpark in Tralee, on Saturday night, July 28th at 10:00 pm.

Formed in late 2005, the band displays a maturity beyond its relative short existence. The various band members have played in groups around the world from the U.K. to the U.S. and from Spain to Prague.
The band has opened for the likes of Don Baker, Carvin Jones and Girls Aloud. "We all had a lot of experience playing in other bands before coming together," says drummer, John Connolly, a charismatic character with a colourful past, "so we've managed to do a lot in a relatively short time."

"We're really looking forward to the gig," added John. "Four of the band members are from Kerry. Lead singer, Linda Galvin, Moss Twomey, lead guitarist, and Neil Beasley, the bass guitarist and founder of the band, are all from Listowel, while Mossy O' Shea hails from Tralee. I'm the odd one out. I'm from Kilkenny."

When asked about playing with legends such as Don Baker, John just laughed and said, "Do ya know he has a slit in the centre of his tongue?" I had to admit, I did not know that. "It's true. He has the fastest harmonica tongue in the world. Ya should have heard some of the things the ladies would say to him! But that's why he's such a fantastic harmonica player. He can play two notes at the one time. Because of his lizard-like tongue!"

But it's not only legends that are fans, Zeppo was also the band of choice for Girls Aloud singer, Nadine Coyle's 21st birthday party. When you hear Zeppo play it's easy to understand why such an eclectic mix of people are fans. Listening to Listowel native, Linda Galvin, belt out the numbers with her sultry, sexy, rich and soulful voice is enough to turn anyone into a fan.

Grammy - Award winning and Golden - Globe nominated Wyclef Jean is also taken with Zeppo. "I lived in New York for 24 years and worked mainly as a plumber. I started plumbing in his house and ended up working as his body guard," laughs John.

Zeppo are currently writing material for an upcoming Album which will be released later this year but if you can't wait drop by Stoker's Lodge on Saturday, July 28th at 10:00 pm. The gig is free so if you don't like it you can always walk away. But I bet you don't.

For more information on the band please log onto www.zeppomusic.com