About The Band
The UK's only ELP & The Nice tribute band
Noddy's Puncture is the UK's only tribute to the legendary prog-rock bands Emerson, Lake & Palmer and The Nice. The band faithfully recreates the complex arrangements, virtuoso keyboard work, and powerful stage presence that made ELP one of the greatest progressive rock bands of all time.
A review in Impressions magazine wrote: 'If you live in the UK then this is a must, it is possibly the closest you will get to see a live ELP performance'. Using authentic vintage and modern synthesizers, Hammond organs, and a custom modular synth system, the band delivers a truly immersive prog-rock experience.
The band's repertoire spans the full range of ELP and Nice classics — from the explosive energy of Tarkus and Hoedown to the delicate beauty of Lucky Man, from the driving rhythm of Fanfare for the Common Man to the jazz-influenced improvisations of America.
The Band
Tom Szakaly
Keyboards
Tom is the driving force behind Noddy's Puncture, recreating the legendary keyboard sounds of Keith Emerson using an impressive array of vintage and modern synthesizers, including a modular synth system, Hammond organ, and various classic keyboards.
Ed Blaney
Bass
Ed provides the thundering bass lines and vocals that anchor Noddy's Puncture's sound, faithfully reproducing the style and energy of Greg Lake's iconic performances.
Frank Askew
Drums
Frank's powerful and precise drumming drives the band's performances, capturing the energy and complexity of Carl Palmer's legendary playing style.
Our Equipment
The band uses an impressive collection of vintage and modern equipment to faithfully recreate the ELP sound — including modular synthesizers, Hammond organs, Moog and Korg keyboards, and carefully selected bass and drum setups.