International Prog / Rock 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 ’80s sci-fi films. Flower Torania won a host of incredible reviews and was Notes Reviews No.1 Album of 2020.
The band’s energetic and powerful 2024 Tour will see them perform not only Flower Torania but also their second studio album TRUEWAVES, which 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.)
About the tour, the band say: ‘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.’
Also released to coincide with the tour is new live album Elibomevil, recorded on the band’s 2023 UK tour. The album will be released on 24 August.
The band have said about the release: ‘The Double Live Album: ELIBOMEVIL is not only a thrilling compilation of live performances but also a captivating concept album. This release marks an exciting transition for us as we prepare for our next album’.
Tour dates:
● 28/08: London – The Bedford
● 29/08: Leicester – The Musician
● 30/08: St Helens – The Citadel
● 01/09: Southampton – 1865
Touring Line Up:
Hayley Griffiths – Lead vocals
Mary Reynaud – Lead Vocals
Marc Fascia – Guitar
Ben Vize – Keys
Simon Fitzpatrick – Bass
Jimmy Pallagrosi – Drums
