An incredible band that have been packing out venues as a headliner but also as support for new York’s glint and London’s band of skulls. The Maffa Kings consistently entrance audiences with their bare-knuckle take on rock. Born from the industrial mecca of the midlands in england, The Maffa Kings create an awe inspiring, pseudo-southern, rocked-up, dark fusion of soul, reggae, grunge, metal and funk. What started out as a personal project between founding members and guitarists, Craig Johnson and Rich Wosik has turned into three critically acclaimed releases and sold-out, international performances like the Torreveija Rock festival in Spain. After adding the charismatic vocals of Lee Moran, the funky bass grooves of Daz Hollingworth and the post-punk drumming style of Owen Walton, The Maffa Kings were born. The Maffa Kings are now celebrating the release of their new EP, Writing the Wrongs - heavy, stratospheric sounds - emotional and mysterious lyrics - and a radio edited version of their most popular track, Lust to Licks. Members: Lee Moran (Lead Vocals) raw and passionate, Lee is the genius behind The Maffa Kings’ evocative and fiery lyrics... Craig Johnson (lead guitar) Brooding and solitary, craig brings piercing guitar work to the group and haunting solos that make the hair at the back of your neck stand up and take notice... Rich Wosik (Rhythm guitar) Energetic and rocking, Rich is the perfect complement to Craig and Lee with harmonic rhythms and ardent vocal work... Daz Hollingworth (Bass Guitar) Funky and fresh...Daz brings the reggae inspired bass line grooves that compels your body to dance... Owen Walton (Drums) Heavy and fast, Owen has worked with a pedigree of rock drummers from manson, norma jean, adam and the ants…just to name a few. He provides the animalistic beat and expressive percussion...
