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Phil Franco

Vocalist Entertainer Performer 50s 60s Gospel

About Me

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I came to Northern Ireland to work when I was 18 I have been doing church and charity work for some years and I have also been involved in market research for companies in the UK and USA. I have written articles on cyberculture for business magazines etc. I have acted in various dramas short pieces over the years and I am interested in Theatre stage and film and photography. I am a creative person and when I have time I like to paint and do glass engraving. I also like to cook and experiment with foods from around the world.
I have had vocal training from well known gospel artists I have been performing gospel and sixties music for church & charity events for 10 years+ As well as christian music I enjoy and perform a wide range of music from Popular Music through to Country, Jazz and Musical Theatre.
I am a tribute artist especially Elvis who appears in our house at least once a day. Other tributes I do are Frank Sinatra, Roy Orbison, Neil Sedaka, The Hollies, and many more popular retro sounds.
I am a member of the Musicians Union I perform at events in Northern Ireland regularly . I am comfortable with small or large venues, I recently performed at a conference at Reds Club Butlins Bognor Regis with an audience of 800 people. I have performed on local radio stations in Northern Ireland and the UK. I am based in Enniskillen Fermanagh and I am married. Julie is a contemporary dancer. I am available to perform for corporate functions private parties events promotions etc in Northern Ireland or Ireland . I have my own PA lights etc and also relevent insurances for public performance.
If you wish to enquire please phone 07017 77 88 77 or +447017778877 or email [email protected]
For the past few years I have been involved in youth work and believe that young people need to be empowered and encouraged to make the best use of the talents and gifts that are within everybody and that this should be possible regardless of background or circumstances. . I have had many life experiences and get on well with all types of people from different backgrounds and culture. If you like music or just want to be a myspace friend then I love to meet you here.
Desert Lullaby - For more of the funniest videos, click here
Daddy - The best video clips are right here
The Mason performed by Phil Franco
The Teacher From Working By Stephen Schwartz performed By Julie Franco
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My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 12/27/2006
Band Website: ishouldbesolucky.com/Philfranco
Band Members: Phil Franco- Performer
Influences:Elvis Presley Roy Orbison Frank Sinatra Buddy Holly The Beatles, Searchers,Billy Fury, Little Richard, Cliff Richard Sixties Styles Also into 70s 80s Music, Madness, Nick Kershaw, Elvis Costello, Dire Straights, Queen, ELO. The Specials, Small Faces. Donovan,Bob Dylan,Simon & Garfunckle, Police, Chris Bowater, Paul Baloche,Matt Redmann,Delireous, Robin Mark,David Tomlin, David Martin Neil Sedaka, U2, Bob Dylan, Everly Brothers.Dell Shannon,Eddie Cochran,Johnny Cash,Merle Haggard

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Showreel



Whistle In The Dark Drama Extract Performed By Phil Franco & Megan Monaghan

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Sounds Like: Elvis Presley Frank Sinatra Buddy Holly Roy Orbison Elvis Costello and many more. New Fifties Sixties Experience Show Starting September 2007

I Perform a wide repertoire from the 50s through to the late sixties early seventies. Use Wide range of quality digital backing and guitar If you want to enquire about booking me for your function or gig please send me a message or telephone 07017 77 88 77 or +447017778877 if not a myspace person email me at [email protected]

IF YOU ARE INTO 50s and 60s Music or Rock & Roll Please Add Me I would Love To Make Friends.

Phil Has recently appeared atAn Creaghan Visitor Centre Omagh Willie Ramblers Enniskillen Clinton Centre Enniskillen Fermanagh College Enniskillen Reds Club Butlins Bognor Regis UK Spires Centre Belfast

visit our page at www.bandmeup.co.uk
Record Label: unsigned
Type of Label: None

My Blog

I am going to make it!!

This is a wee blog to all who might say I am not going to make it people are laughing at me or think Im foolish. I have news for you too pot with what people think or say if you enjoy it and work at i...
Posted by Phil Franco on Thu, 13 Sep 2007 04:19:00 PST

Passed my GCSE

TOOK ME 30 Yrs But I passed my GCSE MATHS today Grade C 3rd time lucky. So all you out there who gave up at school you can still do it!!!...
Posted by Phil Franco on Wed, 22 Aug 2007 05:24:00 PST

Julies Photography Portfolio

http://www.photo4me.com/searchNew.asp?fieldSearch=jf Julies Photography Portfolio Click Above Also can buy Posters Prints and Canvas Wraps...
Posted by Phil Franco on Thu, 16 Aug 2007 02:28:00 PST

Stiggy

Stiggy They called me stiggy at school I thought it was kinda cool Shake a leg 8am Watch for Granny's teeth In glass on bathroom shelf Head to school helped by soldiers dipped in egg Run passe...
Posted by Phil Franco on Thu, 02 Aug 2007 03:10:00 PST

A Girl Like You

I once was dreaming of a girl like youTo love so tenderMy whole day throughTo take away to pastures newLove me for a minuteJust A minute of your timeA special time for me and youI once was dreaming o...
Posted by Phil Franco on Sun, 29 Jul 2007 05:21:00 PST

Tramps Lament A Poem By Phil Franco

This is a rough poem I have written not great at punctuation but its readable. Let me know what you think any comments greatfully received.   Tramps Lament...:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schem...
Posted by Phil Franco on Thu, 19 Jul 2007 07:33:00 PST

A few weeks Off

 A Few weeks off before back to Performing Arts College. Had A good time at An Creaghan Lots Of piano practice and guitar work ahead in next few weeks. Never get much time when at college! ...
Posted by Phil Franco on Tue, 17 Jul 2007 05:00:00 PST

An Creaghan

Looking Forward to An Creaghan All Ready Great Venue Topping the Bill wearing new GI Uniform for its First Performance. Everyone welcome good food cultural dancing and disco too.   An Creaghan&n...
Posted by Phil Franco on Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:52:00 PST

Performance of Working

Just finished a week of performances in the Show Working by Steven Schwartz. Show went really well just one night of nerves which added to the character so the audience said. Otherwise everything was ...
Posted by Phil Franco on Fri, 08 Jun 2007 02:51:00 PST

Whats Going On

Coming to end of College Year Working Show Performances only 2 weeks to go. Completed OU E131 introduction to working with young people course hoping I pass wont know until August. E118 Working with y...
Posted by Phil Franco on Sun, 27 May 2007 02:30:00 PST