Artist description Hanging Francis is a 4 piece power pop band based out of Atlanta GA. Touted by critics as the Replacements get beat up by the Clash while having a Titanic love affair with a Beatle.

Music Style Post Modern - Power - Pop - Alterna - Punk - Rock

Musical Influences Beatles, Replacements, Church, Generation X, The Who, Weezer, Motown, Blondie, Foo Fighters

Similar Artists Foo Fighters, Beatles, Marv 3

Artist History The Franciscans have used their melodic overdrive to warm up huge crowds for national touring acts like Smashing Pumpkins, Hoodoo Gurus, Juliana Hatfield, Marvelous 3 and the Black Crowes. They played at SXSW in 2001, and the Millenium Music Conf 2002.

Group Members Johnny "Francis" Powell / Lead vocals and guitar Brett Richards / Lead Guitar and backup vocals Raymond Franklin / Bass Guitar and backup vocals Randall Gregg / Drums and backup vocals

Instruments 2 guitars / bass / drums

Albums Hanging Francis / Changes

Press Reviews Long standing Atlanta-based quartet Hanging Francis unleash guitars, cranking out energy-riddled Power Pop/Punk Pop. Upbeat tempos and choruses with lyrics meant for instant replays in your head fill out these catchy songs"What can be said about this possible pop shot? Johnny’s (lead vocals) voice is straight-up original, and the snappy, mostly-relationship songs are delivered in a well-sounding, harmonious key with lead guitarist and back-up vocalist, Brett Richards. The Band’s new CD, "Changes", featuring the single "Glamorous", is certain to be heard by somebody..." Dave Bacic atlantamusicscene.com

Location Atlanta, GA - USA

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