Dancing Tony comes to Somerset
The Monaros
The Wunder Bar
Midsomer Norton
9 February
Oh woe is me. Our friend (Pete) and main source of transport, is taken ill. So our (Jon & myself) Saturday evening's entertainment began at 15:30. A train to Bath. (Stopping off for a pint and a bite) continuing by bus to the North Somerset town of Midsomer Norton.
The object of this expedition, was the debut 'Live' gig of a Bristol/Taunton based band, from the same family. 'The Monaros'.
Four middle-aged wannabe popstars. Spawned from the much lamented Judges Children, Lazenby, & The Mighty Stars. They have now teamed up with their younger sister, (aka Paula Aaronson) to create their own brand of easy listening Pop-Rock indie tunes.
The Wunder Bar is a small basement venue. Dedicated to bring live music to the folks of rural Somerset. In attendance tonight were Simon & Anna from 'Fabric'. With 'the family' not playing till late, it was great to catch up with all their news. They are very rarely on the punters side of the stage.
By the time the band came on (10:15) the place was comfortably packed. A few drunken guys from the Midsomer Norton Polish gay scene tried to spoil it. but they soon calmed down When Aero Monaro started to sing.
The 4 brothers all looked dapper in sharp suits. And, Aero looked simply stunning in her ball gown.
The Wunder Bar is a small basement venue. Dedicated to bring live music to the folks of rural Somerset. In attendance tonight were Simon & Anna from 'Fabric'. With 'the family' not playing till late, it was great to catch up with all their news. They are very rarely on the punters side of the stage.
By the time the band came on (10:15) the place was comfortably packed. A few drunken guys from the Midsomer Norton Polish gay scene tried to spoil it. but they soon calmed down When Aero Monaro started to sing.
The 4 brothers all looked dapper in sharp suits. And, Aero looked simply stunning in her ball gown.
Aero & Little Nicky at The Wunder BarThe set consisted of 12 songs with one reprised at the end for an encore. All bar one number coming from 'Little Nicky's' rich and bulging song book. Superb lyrics (some surreal) based on his life & loves. together with wonderful catchy tunes. The one song they did as a cover was 'Heart of Glass' very apt. As their repertoire and look was akin to the Blondie of old.
You could say on Parallel Lines.
You could say on Parallel Lines.
They were well received by an enthusiastic crowd. Plus they were welcomed back, which is always a good sign for a band, especially one their first outing. As Timmy Monaro said to me, afterwards.
"That was a tight set" Crisp and easy to listen to.
And if I did say they were middle aged, then I apologise. The vibe from this band would put a lot of younger wannabes to shame.
And if I did say they were middle aged, then I apologise. The vibe from this band would put a lot of younger wannabes to shame.
Go and see them soon.
They're playing next in Bristol, at The Louisiana on the 26 Feb. and,
They're playing next in Bristol, at The Louisiana on the 26 Feb. and,
Mr Wolf's on the 29th.
The Monaros are.....
Aero Monaro - Vocals
Little Nicky Monaro - Guitar
Bobby "the fish" Monaro - Keyboards
Timmy Monaro - Drums & backing vocals
Tony Monaro - Bass
The Set List.
Mia Keep Moving
20,000 Leagues
Hot Love
Ultramarine
Cowboy
Heart Of Glass
Here's One For Later
Birthday
Velcro
Dancing Tony
All That Matters
In The Space
Cowboy (reprise)
The Monaros are.....
Aero Monaro - Vocals
Little Nicky Monaro - Guitar
Bobby "the fish" Monaro - Keyboards
Timmy Monaro - Drums & backing vocals
Tony Monaro - Bass
The Set List.
Mia Keep Moving
20,000 Leagues
Hot Love
Ultramarine
Cowboy
Heart Of Glass
Here's One For Later
Birthday
Velcro
Dancing Tony
All That Matters
In The Space
Cowboy (reprise)
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