This Friday sees the Merrie England play host to two incredible bands. Take a trip back to the 70s punk phenomena with the raw sounds of the Sex Pistols Experience and then take “one step beyond” to party with Ska Face as they celebrate the ska and two-tone movement of the 80s!
Ska Face (in photo) is enjoying a meteoric rise through the ranks of pub and club-land, frequently packing venues to capacity. The 10-piece Blackpool-based band takes their musical cues from ska classics; The Specials, Bad Manners, The Selecter, Madness and all the usual suspects. Their infectious grooves combined with a determination to interact with the audience make for an intense live experience. A throng of dancing fans is a regular feature at their live shows; always good natured and never lacking enthusiasm, their full four-piece brass section really sets them apart from other ska acts, as does their enigmatic and energetic singer Tony Montana - certainly 'one to watch' in every sense.
Joining Ska Face is the world’s number one professional tribute to the most outrageous and controversial band of all time, the Sex Pistols Experience. From their early beginnings performing in pubs and clubs around the UK they went on to tour throughout Europe, the USA and South America and everywhere in between!
Their show has perfected the look and sound down to every last detail as they sweat out every ounce of energy to make sure each concert is as dynamic, explosive and as exciting as the real deal. They have captured perfectly all the spirit and energy of the Sex Pistols at their blistering peak 1977 period, blended with the ability of the seasoned musicians of their later reformation tours.
Be prepared to hear all the Sex Pistols classics live including rousing renditions of Pretty Vacant, God Save The Queen, Anarchy in the UK and Holidays in the Sun. No stone is left unturned with a few surprises, b-sides and rarities thrown in the mix.
Ska Face and the Sex Pistols Experience at the Merrie England Bar on Blackpool’s North Pier on Friday 27th May (over 18s only). Doors open at 7.30pm and tickets are just £5 (bookable in advance or pay at the door on the night).
For more information, call the North Pier Box Office on 01253 623304 or visit http://www.northpierblackpool.co.uk/"
Tickets can also be purchased from http://www.blackpoollive.com" or via Ticketmaster on 0844 847 2452.
