Introducing the new Song "Second Time Around" from the Band Half Moon Panic
Release Date: 5th November, 2023
Band Name: Half Moon Panic
Album Name: Second Time Around
Record Label: Independent
Location: Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, UK
Genre: Blues Rock, Prog Rock
Band Members:
Gerard Jacques - Vocals and Bass
Taj Mian - Guitars and Vocals
James Dixon - Drums
Half Moon Panic's Biography:
Half Moon Panic (HMP) was formed in April 2019 for a one-off show to celebrate Taj’s birthday at the Half Moon Pub in Hildenborough.
At that show, they were asked to perform with the Paul Cook Blues Band at their summer festival.
The band, which at that time wasn't a real band, panicked!! ... agreed to play, and Half Moon Panic was born. More gigs followed.
During 2020, a year that none of us will forget, Gerard and Taj signed with UBAS Records and recorded and released the semi-live (due to COVID restrictions) debut album "Welcome to the Small Time," which received critical acclaim across the world.
As lockdown ended, we were joined by James Dixon on drums, and our Blues Rock Power Trio was complete.
Since this time, the band has gone from strength to strength, playing at festivals across the UK, including the Leeds Blues Festival and the Ealing Blues Festival. Also supporting some legendary musicians, including Laurence Jones, Dr. Feelgood, Ben Poole, Chantel McGregor, and Wendy James (Transvision Vamp), and American blues band Misty Blues at venues including The 100 Club London and the world-famous Cavern Club Liverpool, achieving tremendous media reviews.
The new album 'Second Time Around' was released in November 2023, and the mini-EP "Songs from the Pit" continues to receive great support on social media and digital music channels.
More Information About The New Album, "Second Time Around"
The album is made up of original melodic rock songs and was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Paul Annis at the Pit Studios in Staplehurst, with the exception of "Hold On Tight" and "Rollin’ On" which were recorded and mixed at Abbey Road Studios in the iconic Studio 3 by Chris Bolster and mastered by Paul Annis at The Pit.
Upcoming Events
Performing At Solid Entertainments Presents... UK Blues Festival
Winter Gardens, Blackpool, England.
Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd, Sunday 4th February 2024
3 DAYS / 3 STAGES / 33 ACTS
Tickets: https://www.solidentertainments.com/blues/uk/tickets.html
Performing At Solid Entertainments Presents... Love Live Fest
Friday 9th, Saturday 10th, Sunday 11th February 2024
Winter Gardens, Blackpool, England
Tickets: https://www.solidentertainments.com/live/tickets.html
Press Quotes:
"Half Moon Panic are as talented as they are absolutely fun to be around!"
- Misty Blues
"Half Moon Panic are genuine, and motivated by what they are creating and sharing with the world. Blues rock has so much potential to touch the listener and still bring in aspects of punk and heavier music - which allows these guys to reach us on such a level."
- Riff Photos by Chris Griffiths
"From the moment Gerard Jacques, the band's lead vocalist and bassist, stepped onto the stage, the audience's attention was captured. His soulful voice resonated throughout the venue, setting the tone for an evening of Rock and feeling. Backed by the extraordinary guitar skills of Taj Mian, who also contributed vocals, and the rhythmic precision of drummer James Dixon, HMP delivered a set that was equal parts energetic and emotionally charged."
- Wrinkly Rockers Club
"These guys are simply superb. Their mix of original songs and blues covers really bring an edge to the music scene. They bring a great energy to any stage so make sure you check out their live gigs and grab a copy of their recordings."
- Jones Girl Music
Website: www.halfmoonpanic.co.uk
Facebook: @halfmoonpanic https://www.facebook.com/halfmoonpanic
Instagram: @halfmoonpanic https://www.instagram.com/halfmoonpanic
Twitter: @HalfPanic https://www.twitter.com/HalfPanic
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/second-time-around/1714194114
Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.com/music/player/albums/B0CM2SMR2G
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4c0n5S7Gg4g0hYr8ggiEOF
