At A Glance

Hailing from the North East of England, Not Now Norman have toured all over the UK.

They have performed at many Festivals including Call of The Wild, HRH XVII, Lindisfarne Festival and SavFest to name just a few. They also opened the HRH VII Awards.

Their two albums have received excellent reviews from many sources including HRH Magazine, Fireworks Rock and Metal and Powerplay Rock and Metal Magazine.

They have performed many headline gigs as well as supporting other bands on tour including JoanovArc, Beth Blade And The Beautiful Disasters, Kim Jennett, and The Hot One Two

Their live performances have been highly praised in HRH Magazine, Fire Works Rock and Metal and Powerplay Rock and Metal and also from many independent reviewers.

Their singer, Taylor-Grace is a rising star in her own right, as vocalist with top Tribute band Back n Black touring Europe and the UK headlining Rock Festivals including Bonfest, La Bouelee, Freyjus and many more. She also recorded the sound track for comedy/horror film Shiver Me Timbers

Influences include bands such as The Pretty Reckless, Black Sabbath and pretty much everything in between.

Endorsed by Blackstar Amplification.

During the the pandemic the band performed nightly live-streamed covers and their own music to their audience on Facebook. These livestreams have continued and presently number almost 600 with full engagement from viewers, and they have a fast growing following as a result

During the pandemic, the band played at online festivals including Rock the Lockdown and Live Jam at Lockdown, in the latter of which they achieved the the highest engagement of all the performers (over 100) involved

(FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) Drums - Ivy Mead, Guitar Zander Brown, Vocals - Taylor-Grace, Bass - Julie Plunkett

Photography - Adam Kennedy

PRESS, REVIEWS AND TESTIMONIALS

“No restrictions, no reservations, just a pure fierce energy which you can’t help envisioning as a live performance. A tight sounding, quality album” - Charlotte Hooper, HRH Magazine

“Together they have produced songs that have a Gen Z edge but will still appeal to the ClassicRock Fan”. - Dawn Osborne, Fireworks Rock and Metal Magazine.

"Buy this and then if you haven’t already got it buy their debut ‘Its Not This One’ and then catch them live. You will not be disappointed” - Smudge, Powerplay Rock and Metal Magazine

“North East Duo deliver one of the finest albums of the Year - 9.5/10” - Backseat Mafia

"Not Now Norman are the ultimate rock powerhouse." - The Music Files

“Fiercely independent, the album is completely in-house and a testament to these two exceptional musical talents” Craig Young, Backseat Mafia

"...this is one of the strongest albums I've heard in a long time and all I can really say is that if your are truly a rock fan then you must get this album" - Powerplay Magazine

"...packs more punch than a Champion boxer fighting for that heavyweight title"- ANR Factory

"If Jack Daniels and Coke had a Soundtrack, Not Now Norman would be on it" - RISE NEWCASTLE

"If lockdown hadn’t decimated live gigs for the last twelve months, Not Now Norman should – if there’s any justice in the world – have been storming stages across the UK" - ANR Factory

"...make some time to see this band live in action before they’re opening for Metallica"

- NE VOLUME MAGAZINE

"You really need to get this band in your life, do it now!" - With Just A Hint Of Mayhem

“No compromises. Just power, purpose and passion” - Linda McDermott, Jace Media

LIVE TESTIMONIES + REVIEWS

“A really original band with roots old school music that are really arresting live….

An exciting band that I expect to go the distance” - Dawn Osborne, Fireworks Rock and Metal Magazine.

“I’ve seen these guys live and they really bring it…" - Smudge, Powerplay Rock and Metal Magazine

"Be afraid, be very afraid. She stalks the stage, prowling and menacing" - Tom Cornell, CGCM Rock Radio

"A nice, relatively chilled start to the morning. But it soon got ramped up with an outstanding performance from “Not Now Norman” bringing angst and a touch of grunge, complimented with outstanding vocals and riffs. It was a commanding performance from start to finish. With a father and daughter in the mix it’s clear to see talent definitely runs in the family!" - David Wilson, Get Ready to ROCK!

"The family affair that are Not Now Norman kept the Trailblazer Stage rocking with a huge performance. These guys are one to watch out for – maybe a main stage appearance next year??" - rocknews

"They all just have fun and are always doing something on stage whether thats to each other or the crowd. Not Now Norman gives such strong and important messages throughout their set they put a spell over you from the start to finish of their set!" - Samantha Potts, Start The Penguin Photography

"I’m deliberately not giving anything away as you really need to see this band" - Mare Grills, Ever Metal

"...another helping of Not Now Norman who again had a great crowd, which is testament as to how good they are" - Linda McDermott, Jace Media

"OOOFF was the sound I made..." - Point Blank Teesside Magazine

"Great music, great voice" - Dave Hills, Trillians Rock Bar

“As a unit, they’re absolutely solid and would be a great fit to support a band along the lines of The Pretty Reckless. If they’re ever back in the Midlands, I’ll be there to see them” - Ross, The Moshville Times

Not Now Norman stand out for the strength of their Lady Gaga meets Keith Flint - NE Volume Magazine

POINT BLANK TEESSIDE MAGAZINE - MAY/JUNE 2022

Powerplay Magazine - Feb 2023

NE Volume Magazine - Feb 2023

VIDEOS

TRACK : Shut Your Mouth - Live at Lindisfarne

TRACK : Family Photo

RELEASE: November 2024

TRACK : WHO I AM

RELEASE: April 2024

BAND BIO

The band that your earholes aren’t ready for.

Delivering Hard Rock with a strong message in every track. Taylor-Grace commands the front with a hurricane at the back of her throat, belting her lungs out to Zander Browns relentless riffs.

Fiercely independent - Not Now Norman are at the helm of everything, from their sound to their image. Over the years since their formation, they’ve interacted daily with their fans - creating a strong, loyal fanbase that grows by the day.

With their debut album Its Not This One released in November 2022, Not Now Normans name spread even further. Over the years they have supported several bands including Follow Deep, Scott Cavanagh, LoGoZ and played many venues such as RISE, Trillians, Bannermans and NE Volume - building a solid reputation musically with a huge stage presence to match.

Not Now Norman have had several airplays on BBC Introducing in the North East and Amazing Radio as well as Planet Rock, ERB and Total Rock Radio. Not Now Norman has appeared in many festivals in 2023, including Lindisfarne 2023 and Savfest 2023.

In 2024 they made their name known to many. Making a surprise appearance and Call of the Wild, Not Now Norman began to tour the country, playing in cities like Birmingham (Billesley Rock Club), Norwich (Bricklayers), Wolverhampton (The Giffard) and Bradford (Nighttrain). They also opened the HRH VII Awards and played at HRH XVII 3 times in a weekend as well as supporting Kim Jenett on her EP tour. Soon after HRH XVII, Not Now Norman released their Sophomore album "Go HARD or Go HOME" which has highly praised by magazines including Powerplay, HRH Magazine and Fireworks Magazine.

With their influence growing stronger by the day, Not Now Norman show no signs of slowing down in 2025. They are set to support JoanOvArc on their UK Tour as well as Beth Blade and The Beautiful Disasters. Taylor-Grace is also set to be touring with the highly acclaimed, all female, ACDC tribute band "Back N Back Girls"