The Punching Preachers
WHAT OUR FANS THINK:
"The band sound great!" - Christian O'Connell, Absolute Radio
The Punching Preachers played live at The Springfield Bar & Grill in December. From the second this five piece started their set, the atmosphere in the bar was lively and electric. They covered classic rock and roll favourites from the likes of Aerosmith and The Rolling Stones. They performed their own versions of modern songs from Kings of Leon and Maroon 5, along with a mix of Christmas songs! Any request from an audience member was always welcomed from the band. Craig, the lead vocalist is a true entertainer. He involved the audience with singing and dancing which highlighted the fun. This act are truly entertaining and are definitely 5 star quality. Needless to say we have them booked for many more gigs in 2014! The more they play here, the more new material they come out with which is always fresh to both old and new followers of them.
Springfield Tavern, Bounds Green
"We definitely have to see Punching Preachers again... everyone loved the band." - Lisa (Jetlag)

"Band were really very good! The lead singer put a lot of emotion into his singing and the guitarists were awesome!"- Carla (Jetlag)
"This was a lovely experience with very good band, very good. The place was packed to the brim... "- Dima (Jetlag)
"Great band. I'd like to hear more of them."- Giandi (Jetlag)

​"] saw these Guys at the Old Bell in Enfield - small stage meant they were tight for space but great mucicians made a big impact. 2 and a half hours of Top Rock classics from 30 years ago right up to date. Solid beats & bass, singalong anthems, guitar-led stompers, boogie-blues shufflers and buckets of infectious energy - the crowd were buzzing, joined in with it all and didn't want to let them go. - Fantastic night - (I stayed sober so no rose-tinted review). Catch 'em when you can - won't be dissapointed !" - Nick Taylor​


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"Naming a band after one of the most devastating heavyweight fighters of all time is a bold statement. To hit the audience as hard as Foreman hit Joe Frazier in '73 is a tall order, and a challenge that the charismatic front man, Craig Giovanelli, and his merry band of Preachers is happy to embrace.
Cover bands can be good, but a punchy rock line up that can slake the audio thirst of demanding Aussies is a challenge to even the tightest of bands. Having approached me shortly before Christmas about doing a gig at Jetlag Craig and Matt won me over with their infectious enthusiasm and professionalism. They got the Australia Day slot without my hearing a note. Maybe it was because it was my birthday and I was on rising tide of Ron Zacapa Manhattans? In reality it was that this band, inspired by the George Foreman moniker, carried the weight of expectation so comfortably.
Stripped down the Punching Preachers are a tight unit that care about their craft. Their playlist does not pander to the charts and they charm the crowd with a dedication to the show. "Maybe Tomorrow" was smooth and perfectly timed to their set. As relaxed on a stadium stage or tucked into the corner in a bar, these are guys who love to play great songs and get a crowd moving.
In short Craig, Matt, Randall, Mark and Dave practice what they preach. And now I've heard them live, it's a sure fire bet they'll be back. Much like their eponymous namesake."

- Scott, Owner/Proprietor Jetlag Sports Club, West London


"...we were blown away!!! It was a really fun night with some great old time-classics." - Linzi (Jetlag)

"Went to see Punching Preachers at the Bank in New Southgate yesterday night. What can I say! Awesome gig with a great choice of songs past and present. The way the front man engages the crowd and got them joining in was fantastic. These guys are real musicians who know how to rock. By far the best covers gig I have seen in a long time. If you havent been to a punching preachers gig, you are missing out." - Andy Mac
(The Bank on Friday 7th September 2012)
