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Professional Rock n Roll Band available for hire - Boogieland Ref #1257

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A rock’n’roll band from London, influenced by the great musicians from the 50’s and 60’s. The band are regulars at some of the best roots music venues in London as well as playing many private functions in the UK & Europe. They have a wealth of crowd-wowing experience to go with the passion and energy that they throw into their live performances.
Step into the soulful embrace of American roots music with our harmonious fusion of rock 'n' roll, rockabilly, blues, Latin, and surf. Rooted in the rebellious spirit of the 1950s and 1960s, we transcend the boundaries of a typical retro function band, infusing our performances with a distinct Tarantino-esque vibe that exudes magnetic coolness.

While paying much homage to timeless classics like "Johnny B. Goode" and "Blue Suede Shoes," our sonic journey delves deeper into the musical archives, unearthing hidden gems such as "Brand New Cadillac" by Vince Taylor and "Shake Your Hips" by Slim Harpo. It's not just about the retro hits – we seamlessly intertwine a few contemporary pop and soul numbers into our repertoire, creating an eclectic experience that resonates with a diverse audience.

From countless private functions, weddings, and birthdays to corporate events, we've left our mark across the UK and Europe. You can regularly catch us at some of the most iconic music venues and events in the capital, from the intimate ambiance of the Jools Holland-endorsed Jazz club Boisdale to the soulful depths of The Blues Kitchen in Camden. In addition to our extensive list of clients and venues, we've been part of large-scale events such as London Edge Fashion Festival, Goodwood Revival, and Twinwood Vintage Festival. We have even taken our unique brand of rock 'n' roll as far as the Arctic Circle, where we played the Pakasukko Blues & Jazz Fest in Finland!

The journey continues, and we invite you to join us on this musical odyssey, celebrating the timeless spirit of rock 'n' roll.
* Reliable

* Reputable

* First Class Musicianship

* Friendly

* Punctual

* Flexible

* Experienced
Rates From £ 750
The price depends on the location and date of the event. This price is typical for a trio set up with basic PA (suitable for around medium sized venue 100-150 people).

Playlists / Performance Info:

Typically the band would play two 45 minute sets, however if you would like us combine the sets, or play an extra set that can be arranged. The set list is chosen by the band, and tailored towards your event. However the repertoire is very large and varied, so it can be designed around a particualr event, or genre of your liking. Please see the 'Sample Set List' for an example of some of the songs on offer. The standard line up is a trio including vocals & guitar, double bass and drums - if your venue calls for something different, all you have to do is ask!

Examples of the repertoire:

Heartbreak Hotel (Elvis)
Teenage Heaven (Eddie Cochran)
20 Flight Rock (Eddie Cochran)
I’ll Go Crazy (James Brown)
Wicked Game (Chris Isaak)
Only The Lonely (Roy Orbison)
In Dreams (Roy Orbison)
Sway (Dean Martin)
Hound Dog (Big Mama Thornton)
Blue Moon Of Kentucky (Elvis)
Blue Blue Day (Don Gibson)
Blue Days Black Nights (A) Buddy Holly
That’ll Be The Day (Buddy Holly)
Heartbeat (Buddy Holly)
Lonesome Tears In My Eyes (Johnny Burnette)
That’s All Right Mama (Elvis)
Shake Rattle & Roll (Elvis)
Flip, Flop & Fly (Big Joe Turner)
Little Sister (Elvis)
Trouble (Elvis)
Hi Heeled Sneakers (Leon Russel)
Folsom Prison (Johnny Cash)
Ring Of Fire (Johnny Cash)
My Babe (Little Walter)
Senior Class (Mickey Lee Lane)
Great Balls Of Fire (Jerry Lee Lewis)
Drip Drop (Dion)
Shaking All Over (Johnny Kidd)
Brand New Cadillac (Vince Taylor)
My Baby Left Me (Elvis)
Big River (Johnny Cash)
Ring Of Fire (Johnny Cash)
You Never Can Tell (Chuck Berry)
Johnny B Goode (Chuck Berry)
No Particular Place To Go (Chuck Berry)
Aint Nothing Shakin’ (Billy Fury)
Lucille (Little Richard)
Diddley Daddy (Bo Diddley)
Bony Marony (Ritchie Valens)
La Bamba (Ritchie Valens)
Jump Jive & Wail (Louis Prima)
One sweet Letter (Big Joe Turner)
Caldonia (Louis Jordan)
Mojo Working (Muddy Waters)
Sleepwalk (Santo & Johnny)
Hideaway (Freddie King)
Sidetracked (Freddie King)
Little Egypt (Elvis)
Bossa Nova Baby (Elvis)
Lawdy Miss Clawdy (Fats Domino)
30 Days (Chuck Berry)
Blue Suede Shoes (Carl Perkins)
Apache (The Shadows)
Pretty Thing (Bo Diddley)


Contemporary repertoire also available including hits from pop & soul such as:

Heard it through the grapevine (Marvin Gaye)
Stuck In The Middle With You (Stealers Wheel)
Borwn Eyed Girl (Van Morrison)
Bad Moon Rising (Creedence Clear Water Revival)
I'm A Believer (The Monkees)
Tainted Love (Soft Cell)
Can't Buy Me Love (The Beatles)
& Many more

Entertainment Types:

Rock n Roll Band - Rockabilly Band - 50s Band

Genres:

50s, 60s, 90s, Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Easy Listening, Latino, Rock n Roll, Rockabilly

Options:

We can tailor the show to pretty much anything you want really. We play all styles of roots (Blues, R'n'r, Rockabilly, Country, Swing, LAtin, Surf etc). So shows can be aimed at a particular theme if needed. We also use a large network of first class session musicians in the band, whom are all established in the industry. So if you'd like us to bring a horn setcion, a lap steel player or anything else for that matter, we can!

If there's anything you'd like to know, just ask.

Costumes / Dress:

There is no uniformed costume, however the band will be dressed smartly, and in a style relating to the event and the genre of the music they will perform. Typically it involves leather jackets, 50s & 60s style shirts etc. Looking the part is something we take seriously and we always show up looking good!

Experience:

20 years experience, working with established acts and record companies, extensive live experience all over the world for all kinds of venues & clients both big and small, appearances on radio & television. Between us there is a lot of experience to draw on, helping us bring the best to each and every event.

Previous Clients:

BBC
Miss England
Indigo O2 Arena
Birmingham Town Hall
Derby Assembly Rooms
Jools Holland's Boisdale
Pigalle Club
Jazz Cafe
Glastonbury (Festival)
Hemsby (UK Rockabilly festival)
Derry Jazz festival
Many more festivals all over Europe (Spain, Dubai, Norway, Finland etc)
Many estbalished clubs in the UK such as Blues Kitchen, Ain't nothin but & 100 club
Many more co-orporate gigs and functions, as well as weddings and other events.

Tech Details:

Line Up: Guitar & Vocals
Double Bass
Drums
PA System: Basic PA including to speakers and a mixer.
Light System: We don't usually brig lights
Setup Times: 1 hour
Area Required: not much!
Sets and Times: 2 sets of 45 mins
Tech Requirements: Reasonable access to mains power. Shelter from the elements if outside.
UK Areas Covered: Berkshire - Reading, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Newbury, Windsor, Wokingham, Abingdon, Buckinghamshire - Aylesbury, Milton Keynes, Slough, Buckingham, High Wycombe, Cambridgeshire - Cambridge, Wisbech, Ely, March, Whittlesey, Chatteris, Linton, Essex - Chelmsford, Basildon, Romford, Southend, Colcheter, Harlow, Brentwood, West Ham, Hampshire - Winchester, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, Basingstoke, Newport, Hertfordshire - Hertford, Watford, St. Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, Hatfield, Kent - Maidstone, Canterbury, Bromley, Rochester, Margate, Folkestone, Dover, Greenwich, Middlesex - City of London, Harrow, Enfield, Staines, Ealing, Potters Bar, Westminster , Surrey - Guildford, Croydon, Woking, Sutton, Kingston-on-Thames, Wandsworth, Wimbledon, Brixton, Sussex - Chichester, Brighton, Worthing, Crawley, Hastings, Eastbourne, Bognor Regis, Horsham