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5 piece function band. We're always adding to our repertoire, so if there's something you'd particularly like us to play for your party, just ask! We can tailor our performance to your wishes by varying what we play to suit your taste, the number of sets and time played, and of course the volume! We can also play acoustic, un-plugged sets if needed.

"Anneli and Berni are a professional Abba tribute duo performing Abba hits in an authentic style. They have both previously performed in tribute shows at hotels and theatres throughout the UK and have worked at a very high level".

"Welcome to THE ALL NEW BLUES BROTHERS REVIEW, your first stop for out and out entertainment! Within our pages you will find all of the information you need to hire the UK's premier tribute show to both movies; The all-time classic "The Blues Brothers" and the sequel "Blues Brothers 2000". If there is any information you require, please visit our frequently asked questions page and if your question is not answered there please do not hesitate to contact us! This show uses only the highest quality sound and lighting equipment, and each performance can be tailored to your requirements, ensuring your event runs exactly to plan, and that it will be talked about for years to come!"

"James and George first met 18 months ago outside the Russian embassy in London just before trying to blag their first russian visa! Since then they have been touring with one of russia's top artists travelling all over Russia, Ukraine, Latvia, Belarus, Israel, Spain, France, Kazakhstan ......yes it actually does exist!!!!!! playing to crowds of up to 100,000 at open air festivals, arenas, stadiums as well as performing on countless tv shows including Mtv. All this was good BUT it's time to play some rock sh*t!!!!!! So now living back in the UK BALCONTRIP is forming! Whilst we work on our debut album we will be playing some unplugged shows in and around Cambridge playing tribute to bands like Alter Bridge, Seether, Stone Sour, 30 Seconds to mars, Aerosmith, Paramore, Incubus, Puddle of Mudd, Nickelback and Foo fighters. Come and check us out!"

"The Black Velvet Band have been entertaining audiences with their unique blend of traditional and sometimes not so traditional Irish music for over 12 years. They never fail to please & are guaranteed to bring you a relaxed & humorous evening of entertainment, but make sure that you do not run out of the black stuff. To ensure there are no excuses for anyone not to join in the fun, song sheets are handed out so, by the end of the evening, even the most reluctant will be joining in the choruses"

"Blue Haze are a well established band based in and around St Ives in Cambridgeshire UK. Covering well known rock and blues songs and a whole set of Pink Floyd songs, complete with sound effects. The band is equally at home on big festival stages and in music pubs and clubs. In 2008 we headlined on the main stage at Fordhamfest on the opening night with a whole Pink Floyd set which was very well received."

"Our influences vary but anything rocky, from ACDC, Aerosmith, Fleetwood Mac, Blondie, The Cranberries...... We like a challenge, hence our repertoire speaks for itself, but we're constantly learning new songs for different venues. We're not a function band, we've all done that, we play the kinda stuff we all love, and hopefully you'll love too, from Muse, Queens of the Stone Age, Alice Cooper, The Pretenders, to Lenny Kravitz, Joan Jett, Alanis Morissette, and Sheryl Crow, Blue Oyster Cult, REM, Led Zeppelin, The Cult, Boston, Guns n' Roses, Chris Cornell and many more. We're learning new songs all the time, i.e. Pearl Jam, Pink Floyd, Black Betty, Rainbow, Whitesnake, Stones, Nirvana, etc. Come along to one of our gigs and see for yourself?"

Formerly Butterfly Blues. Now a three piece Classic Rock and Originals band. Based in Herts but willing to travel almost anywhere. "If you're looking for a good night of Solid Rock played with passion by three guys with an absolute love of music and seriously into having a party at every gig, then look no further!"

The Cambridge Jazz Co. has supplied top quality jazz to the following companies: Mercedes, Pimms, Perrier, Southern Comfort, Honda, Tesco, Somerfield, Marks & Spencer, Debenhams, Blockbusters and many more. The Cambridge Jazz Co. were the band chosen to appear on an episode of BBC TV's EastEnders, playing in Albert Square for Sharon's street party. They performed on Channel 4's TV Show The Big Breakfast. High Society functions at: Claridges, The Science Museum, The Natural History Museum, The Savoy Hotel, The London Hilton Hotel, The Waldorf Hotel, Forte Crest Hotels, Heritage Hotels etc.

"Carol is a storyteller of many years experience, having told stories at numerous events and functions."

Caxton Swing is a versatile 'little-big' band, playing a broad range of swinging jazz, old and new. The band is available for weddings and parties - for all occasions when you are celebrating - whether you want to dance or sit and listen.

"Charlotte is one of the busiest singers in the UK, leading her own 4 and 5 piece function bands, performing in major venues and hotels. From pop to soul to jazz to classical, Charlotte and her musicians provide a comprehensive and personal service for corporate entertaining, weddings and private parties, jazz nights, tribute shows and much more".

Clara Kousah is a singer/songwriter from Cambridge in the UK with a spell-binding voice and provocative lyrics which combine to produce music that is raw, refreshing and ultimately indefinable. With undercurrents of warm humour and stark severity, her songs portray the intensity of her feelings about love and life, God and karma, politics and nature, and everything inbetween. Her influences range from Tori Amos to Nine Inch Nails to Dolly Parton and she has been described as sounding like a cross between Joni Mitchell and Siouxsie and the Banshees, with hints of Evanescene, All About Eve and Ani DiFranco.

"We are a 2 tone Ska & Trojan reggae band. We cover The Specials, The Selecter, The Beat & Madness,we also cover some old toons from the Maytals, Symarip, Johnny Nash,The Slickers,D & A Collins and Desmond Dekker. We are all life long Ska and Reggae fans that play the music we live and die for, so if you want the authentic classic reggae sound, we are it! we guarantee a proper nights skankin'. We try to stick as closely as possible to the sound we grew up with, our style & sound is ska & reggae in its purest original form."

Crop-Circle are a five-piece band from Herts & Cambs, playing an eclectic mix of classic Rock, Pop and Soul covers.

"We specialise in Classic and Delta Blues Rock, we can cover virtually any genre from Rock to Country to Disco to Reggae to R&B! Between us, we have a vast repertoire, and can entertain a wide range of audiences from Biker Festivals to Corporate Functions and Weddings!"

Dr.Ika (pronounced Eeka) comes from Georgia in the former Soviet Union and was twice voted top guitarist in the U.S.S.R. before coming to the West. He has played with top jazz and blues musicians such as Jimmy Smith, Vagif Mustapha Zade, Richard Roberts, Tom Levin and has twice (once in Georgia and again in Sweden) performed with the legendary B.B.King - an unusual claim to fame from an ex- neurosurgeon.

Bedford Promoters "The Finest Americana Music From East to West"

"Eel Pie is a folk band based in Sutton, Cambridgshire (UK), we play English, Scottish, Irish, Welsh, and American Dance Tunes and sing songs from the Folk Tradition as well as perform their own self-penned material."

"Concerts take place most months, usually on Wednesday evenings, starting at 8.30pm unless otherwise stated. We also hold occasional extra events."

Emerald Sky is a Prog. Rock band based in the UK. They have just finished recording their second album Shadows of Darkness and are currently booking UK dates, working towards a European tour over the summer. Ais - Bass, Keyboards/Synths, Lead Vocals. Ceara - Guitar, Keyboards/Synths, Backing Vocals. Siob - Drums, Backing Vocals.

Beatles tribute band from the St Albans area" We have a wealth of songs in which to choose from, thanks to the fantastic Fab Four, we can easily arrange these to best suit your function. If you have a Beatles song that you would like played on the night, that we don't list, no problem, with a little notice we will endeavour to have it ready for your party night. We offer a full show including costume changes, authentic stage equipement, a 'Cavern Club' material backdrop, interval music, to keep your party up beat and stage lighting.....and a little stage banter humour!"

3 Piece Mod Covers band playing the best of the British Mod scene from the 60's to the present day encompassing The Who, Small Faces, The Kinks thru The Jam, Undertones to Oasis and Blur.

Formed in 1999 and have rocked all over Cambridgeshire since! "See us at a pub near you (if you live in or near Cambridge, Soham, St.Ives, Peterborough, Stamford, Somersham, Sawtry, Fenstanton, Huntingdon) live and unleashed!"

"With backing vocals from all the band & covers from rock's finest, FINGERS OF RIGHTNESS hope to make an impact at YOUR venue! Our set includes songs by Queen, Prince, Badfinger, Police, Darkness, James Brown, Robert Palmer, Elvis Presley, Thin Lizzy, Maroon 5, Bryan Adams, ZZ Top, Undertones, Billy Idol, Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Paul Weller, Lenny Kravitz, Stevie Wonder, Bad Company, David Bowie, Tom Jones and more!"

"FIXER are a five-piece indie rock band, playing contemporary covers in pubs and clubs around North Hertfordshire and South West Cambridgeshire. Our current set includes recent releases from the Zutons, Kasabian, Razorlight, U2, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Snow Patrol, the Kaiser Chiefs, Paul Weller, Coldplay, the Killers, and many more. If we can't get you dancing, you probably don't have legs ..."

"The Flaming Bum Notes are a seven-piece rock band based in Cambridgeshire, playing our favourite music from Chuck Berry to Kaiser Chiefs and allowing our more appreciative audiences to indulge in a spot of live band karaoke!"

"The band is now into it’s 10th year and has gone from strength to strength with established jazz musicians from East Anglia forming the bedrock of a hot traditional jazz band that plays, with great enthusiasm, the music from New Orleans and Chicago of the nineteen tens, twenties and thirties of Louis Armstrong, King Oliver, Kid Ory & Bix Beiderbecke, also strongly influenced by “The Ken Colyer Jazzmen” & “The Chris Barber Jazz Band” of the nineteen fifties and early sixties."

"Named after the Transformer robot who can transform into a radio, Frenzy are the most modern covers band in the Cambridgeshire area. None of the tunes covered by Frenzy are more than a few years old, and most are from the last 12 months so the set is fresh, exciting and dynamic and includes the Linkin Park song from the Transformers film 'What I've done'. For a totally new experience currently at pub venues Frenzy Covers Band are the covers band of today. The band played its first gig on 24th May 2008 at the Territorial Tavern in Huntingdon Cambridgeshire and things have picked up very quickly, reasuring us that people of all ages enjoy good music and the music doesnt have to be from the last decade to be recognised. We had faith in the people and they didn't let us down so now we wont let you down. Thank you to everyone who has shown us fantastic support from the start. See you all soon and take care."

"A four piece eclectic covers band playing a varied and interesting set with a no frills rock edge. We play lots of pub gigs in the Herts, Essex, Beds, Cambs area"

"Since forming in 1999, the Galaxy Big Band has surged onto the big band scene attracting some of the most accomplished musicians in East Anglia to comprise its 18 piece line-up of saxophones, brass and rhythm. The entertaining and talented Roger Chinery leads the Band as well as playing some wonderful trumpet solos. Treading in the footsteps of the great big bands of the 1940s, the Galaxy Big Band has established an enviable reputation for swing music, jive and jazz. The Band has a solid and stable membership of 17 members, plus its accomplished resident vocalist, Val Sinclair"

"Despite political pressure to have the 70’s banned,Glamrus have thrived on the assumption that even in the 80’s they looked ridiculous. This local cambridge band consisting of; Peter Storm on lead vocals Ricky Spangle on bass Rock Steady on guitar and Phil Informe on drums, Saw the opportunity to take the music scene by storm. With a two hour plus show of glam rock faves,and costumes delivered with style,commitment and a lot of fun,this band boasts a number of gigs close to the 600 mark in the 5 years they have exsisted,ranging from corporate events to pub gigs up and down the country. There are a few glam rock tribute bands out there,a couple of good ones and one great one………treat yourself"

"A class duo that knows how to deliver perfect rock/pop" Matchbox Recordings Also at www.myspace.com/thegoodges

"Mike's voice is redolent of years in smokey clubs and dens of iniquity! A voice which brings an authenticity to the songs that is just so right". Ashwyn Smyth, Blues Matters Magazine, U.K.

"Halo are a covers band in Cambridgeshire. John, Terry, Steve, Michael and Leon have been friends for years from previous bands and as far back as school, and with the excellent addition of Scott, Halo was formed in early 2007. We had a very busy first year playing some great gigs, but sadly Steve had to leave due to work commitments and was replaced by the awesome Tim who has taken us from strength to strength. After two and a half years of busy gigging, Terry decided to leave the band for pastures new but we were lucky enough to find a top class drummer in Paul who has slotted in perfectly, and its rockin as usual. HALO - The best covers band in the world! Well probably. "

"Head Honcho are a 5 piece band playing classic rock and soul covers from the 60's through to the present day."

Influences: Blues and Roots musicians from the last 100 years including: Eric Bibb, Stevie Wonder, Tommy Emmanuel, Lee Oskar, Louis Jordan, Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee, Robert Johnson, Little Walter, Johnny Winter, Sonny Boy Williamson II etc.

3 musicians brought together by the miracle of the internet in early 2007. The set includes covers of blues material from the likes of Robert Johnson, Jimmy Reed, Howlin' Wolf, etc - plus rock from The Who, Stones, Hendrix, Fleetwood Mac and others. "We play other people's stuff but make it sound like us!"

"The choir was founded in 1962 as a group of six friends by Peter Brown. Over the years the choir has grown and currently has a membership in excess of fifty. The choir still has several of the founding members singing with them today. In addition to appearing on national television as part of the Sainsbury Choir Of The Year coverage, the choir was invited by the BBC to record three carols for their Radio Three series, 'An Advent Calendar' in 1998."

"Iain Sparks is a truly international artist with tours of Australia, Canada, Europe and the middle east under his belt. He even has starring west end credits and has even toured with Barry Manilow and Sting as a backing vocalist in years gone by. He has had 2 top 10 hits in the EMS Euro chart beating off competition for the likes of Travis Tritt with his own material. He is world renowned as probably the best Roy Orbison (The Australian tour booker said he searched the internet for the best Orby and when he found iain that's what he got) Iain played the legend in 'The Concert They Never Gave' on several UK tours for E&B productions (Buddy - west end) and he is equally adept with his Van Morrison and Meat Loaf shows. (He is endorsed by the Van Morrison Fan club) The format of Iain's show obviously requires outstanding vocal ability and Iain has this in buckets, however, what makes him really unique is his uncanny portrayal of each different character... "Breath taking recreation of the original" The Stage"

4 Pce. Covers band: Classic/Modern Rock/Blues/ Soul

Former member of Argent

"FORMERLY KNOWN AS REDSOXX. WE DO STILL GO OUT UNDER THIS NAME ON OCCASIONS. See: www.myspace.com/redsoxxband Highly acclaimed East Anglians Joker bring their unique brand of 70's and 80's styled rock to the stage. From serious funk grooves to outright stadium rock, Joker provide a varied and exciting set. Featuring a five piece line up, the band have played with and alongside some of the world's top artists and acts."

Julian Carter is a professional guitarist and vocalist. He has played and recorded with many first-class bands, and is now available as a fully self-contained solo act, ideal for private parties, pubs, clubs and functions.

"Junkyard Preachers formed in mid 2008. Giles Harding (vocals and Harp) was looking to form a back to basics Blues outfit. A sound that was true to the emotion and passion of the genres great story telling tradition; a band that could express that passion, excitement and belief live. The vision was a simple, powerful, passionate sound that still held within it the voice of ordinary people; the hopes and fears of real lives and the shout of joy of working souls set free to dance. A punk for its age that had been raw and dangerous, sexy and sleazy, honest and heartbreaking......."

"The Junkyard Rats are a powerful, energetic 3 Piece Hitchin based band playing a mixture of 60s, 70s Rock/pop with a couple of modern classics thrown in for good measure, including Cream, Jimi hendrix, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, ELO, Queen, Free, ZZ Top, Dr Feelgood, Bad Company, Black Crowes, The Faces, James Brown to name but a few. If we ratasize you, you'll know you've been ratasized"

"Keith is a prolific writer of world-class songs and is consistently rated as one of Britain's best Bluegrass banjo players. His UK band, Coup de Grass, known for its superb harmonies and musicianship and with a sound that defies categorization, has been described by a major promoter as "musically the best band currently working in Britain". As front man of the legendary Treacle Line, Keith tours Australia twice a year, doing club dates, festivals and TV appearances."

"Kerry Hodgkin is a versatile and experienced young vocalist, combining strong vocal technique and a soulful feeling for music. She has worked in many musical styles, including jazz, blues, rock, musical theatre, dance music and soul. She also has experience as a session singer/backing vocalist(being able to read music or work by ear) and as an actress. Kerry has now set up her own company - Lady Blue - providing music entertainment in a variety of styles."

Kerry Hodgkin Myspace

Line Dancing With Maria Wick

"Fed up or bored with the same old songs played by the same old bands in the same old venues blah blah blah....... Then treat yourself to a well earned night out and get yourself down to a KRAK'N gig !!"

"KTP are a distinctive and edgy alternative rock band from Cambridge UK, fronted by singer and drummer Katie Parker. From varied musical backgrounds and influences, Katie, guitarist Dave White and bassist Alan Lane collectively forge an alternative and powerful rocky sound, emanating strong emotive melodies and infectious rhythms. KTP are united in their ambition to explore different musical styles and create variety in their music whilst always delivering their unmistakable style and distinctive raw vocal."

"The Lame Dog Blues Band is a blues trio based in Ely, Cambridgeshire, who play a varied blues set. Formed in December 2006, they have got together a tight and entertaining set, and have already established a loyal and enthusiastic group of followers and regular bookings at local pubs. Our only aim in forming Lame Dog was to have fun doing what we enjoy, and hopefully, put on an entertaining show for people who like good, simple blues".

"Life & Soul are an energetic function/event band, who specialise in creating grooves reminiscent of the great artists and groups from the glory days of Motown and the 70's. They cater for any occasion, whether it be a wedding, corporate event or party of any kind, have a flexible setlist and can incorporate any requests you may have. Book 'Life & Soul' for your party now and let their 7-piece band keep you dancing and singing along all night!"

Fast approaching their 20th year, Light Alloy continue to bring their own blend of pop and rock covers to live music audiences in Herts, Beds. and Essex. Their ever expanding musical repertoire includes classic songs covering four decades from artists as diverse as The Rolling Stones, Dusty Springfield, The Who, Primal Scream, Bryan Adams, ZZ Top, Pink Floyd and The Killers. Light Alloy have crafted the music to provide more than two hours of great entertainment, described by one venue as "the best band we've had by a country mile"

"This Cambridge group has musical roots in the work of lowell george, the waterboys, the levellers, bruce springsteen and led zeppelin. So what we had on a Sunday afternoon was an immediate party. Having a similar effect to Dead Like Harry yesterday this was inspired billing and a much appreciated wake up call." - Spiralearth.co.uk, Ely Folk Festival 2008

Live Music, Bands, Gigs & Info in Herts, Essex and the Surrounding Area

"In 2005 Loz Jones began writing songs for what originally started as his first solo project. By the following summer, a five track EP entitled ‘Not The Only One’ had been released and Loz had been joined by five friends, each with as colourful and varied musical history as his own. Over eighteen months of dynamic live performances followed and slowly the six of them became ‘Loz Jones’ a band. So far they’ve supported a diverse range of well known acts and for three years running have played to over 6000 people at the Hobble On The Cobbles Festival in Aylesbury. 2007’s one-off single - ‘Jamie’ gained them more critical acclaim and built much greater interest in their activities. Spurred on by this relative success Lucy, Natalie, Stuart, Rob, Keith and of course Loz locked themselves away and began writing their debut album - ‘Spoiling It For Everyone’ and entered Echo Studios with producer Jamie Masters to record it in February 2008. What seems to make them tick is the kind of spirit, energy and honesty with each other that is only generally reserved for first-time, teenage school bands. This maybe because they were originally friends before combining their talents, but whatever the reason, by coupling that with experience and ability, they are a rare and exciting proposition.

"MacLaren Wall play melodic, acoustic pop-rock, from the likes of KT Tunstall, Madonna, Nerina Pallot, Sheryl Crow, Fleetwood Mac, Christina Aguilera, Kate Bush, Norah Jones, Aimee Mann and Carly Simon. Guitarist Mac MacLaren and singer Melanie Wall play inspiring covers from the present, going back to the 70s and beyond. Catchy originals also played! CDs: With two pop CDs under their belt (produced by Katie Buckhaven producer, Nick Swannell), the duo's third CD 'A Bit Like Life', produced by Steve Ash (remixes for U2 and Bruce Springsteen) is a rare blend of acoustic and "electronica"."

"The band is the longest running big band in Bedford and the surrounding area. We are all local musicians and we play music from the big band era of the 1940s right through almost to the present day. Most of the famous big band names are represented in the Mainline repertoire including Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Billy May, Frank Sinatra, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodmen, Tommy Dorsey and the like. We can also muster up the music of The Beatles and Elvis Presley so it can be seen that the band is quite versatile. We play arrangements written for the original bands and arrangements written especially for us."

"Based in Haverhill, Suffolk, this versatile guitar duo swap guitars around. Backing tracks are not used, but Ash has spent many hours programming a drum machine which can produce extremely realistic drum and percussion backing. Playing music to suite all tastes from easy going Crowded House numbers to the more lively 'Sun Goes Down' by the Arctic Monkeys. Ash & Chris are two very down to earth, and laid back blokes, and although not always possible, try to please everybody!"

"Maxwell, Hammer and Smith have been voted the uk’s no 1 harmony band playing songs as a trio that many bands wouldn’t dare to attempt from e.l.o to queens bohemien rhapsody. The band have a fantastic following guaranteed to fill any event that they play, just type maxwell hammer and smith into google and read one of the many fantastic reviews."

"Think Stray Cats meets Johnny Cash. Think Chris Isaak and Dick Dale. Imagine the gritty streets of Tennessee , pool halls and basement music bars. Neon signs and hot rod cars. Songs written on lonely nights and practised in darkened rooms. The girl with posters of James Dean. The prisoner in the penitentiary looking at a small blue square of sky and dreaming only of the beach. Hitchcock and Tarantino. Presley and Setzer. Meet Jacen Bruce, Graham Fraser, Olly Prime and Rob Watson. This is Memphis Underground."

Mick is the singer with Start The Car - also playing keyboards, acoustic guitar and harmonica. He is a veteran of studio sessions and UK & European tours with various name artists. His new album, Life By Misadventure, is available now and he is embarking on his first solo gigs in almost 30 years around the band's commitments. Mick's solo gigs are listed here. To hear Mick's classical work go to the Broken Ear page.

Rock,Punk and Blues."Formed in 2006 and gigged since the Summer of that year in Pubs,Clubs and anywere that will have us as long as they pay. We are five desparate wannabees who really should know better than think we might make it one day".

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Mystery Train are a Cambridgeshire-based band who specialise in good-time, rootsy, Blues and R'n'B-based music. They perform traditonal Blues numbers, Rock 'n' Roll and original songs as well as some covers of great 60s and 70s songs.

"Narrow Daylight is a duo featuring the lovely singing voice of Gill Usher, backed by the acoustic guitar of Jeff Crow.They play gentle music from such artists as Eva Cassidy, Madeleine Peyroux, & Ella Fitzgerald complemented with their own versions of other well known songs, plus some of their own compositions. Their repertoire is extensive ranging from blues and jazz to folk influences. They have a pure sound and do not use backing tracks".

http://www.lemonrock.com/thenatalies "A four-piece Pop/Rock and Indie band, playing a wide variety of classics ranging from The Killers, Razorlight, The Jam, Bowie, through to Duran Duran and beyond! Contemporary main course classics, 70's - 90's desserts, all served with the government approved healthy RDA portion of Indie, Rock & Pop protein. The Natalies were awarded the prestigious 'We love...' accolade in Brides magazine (Summer 2008) and always put on a show!"

"We are a four piece rock/pop covers band from Cambridgeshire. UK"

"From light dinner music to full-blown traditional jazz, this versatile band is a popular choice for: Weddings - Birthday Parties - Anniversaries - Barbecues - Corporate functions, even Funerals The six musicians play trumpet, clarinet/saxophone, trombone, banjo/guitar, bass and drums, with Angela Hedge as lead vocalist. As well as playing jazz in the styles of Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, Kenny Ball and Chris Barber, the band is so versatile that they can even create the ‘big band’ sound of the popular Glen Miller numbers ‘in the mood’ and ‘Pennsylvania 65000’ this popular band has been entertaining jazz fans for over twenty-two years and prides itself on playing a selection of tunes from the twenties and thirties which are slightly unusual, as well as the more popular jazz tunes."

JAZZ: "Peter Shepherd is a jazz musician who plays piano in a number of jazz bands in and around Cambridgeshire UK. The bands range from solo piano through mainstream duo, or trio, modern jazz quartet, and 8 piece swing band, with a variety of instruments. If you are looking for a jazz band for any kind of function, such as a wedding, party or corporate event, have a look at the band descriptions to see if one suits your requirements. We can also create a band tailored for a specific occasion."

Rising again from the ashes of ARGENT... It was during ARGENT's final tour of America that Lead Vocalist/ Guitarist JOHN VERITY, Drummer BOB HENRIT, and Bassist JIM RODFORD came up with the idea of forming a new band with a more straight-ahead, rocky sound combined with strong vocals and compelling hook-lines drawn from a wealth of experience and years on the road. The Argent split was amicable and since John, Bob and Jim were great friends who also admired each others musical abilities, a new band seemed an obvious progression. More.... follow link...

"We are a 5 piece rock band, We are situated in Bedford, Bedfordshire, and are mainly doing covers at the minute, we may write our own songs in the future. We cover many different styles from Blues to Classic Rock, artists covered include The Rolling Stones, Tom Petty, Robert Palmer, ZZ Top, Black Sabbath, Free, T Rex, UFO and many more. Listen & watch Pistonz at Dayleys Club and at rehearsal!!!"

Rockabilly / Big Beat / Country "Gonna Rock 'n' Roll like a bunch of nutters !"

"The Red Hot Silly Peppers come at you from the deepest wilds of the fenland hills. Imitators with the charm and sex appeal of the original band, We attempt to give people a slice of the funkmeisters finest moments and provide fans with the excitement, fun and emotion of the Chili Pepper's live Shows."

"We are a five piece band based in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. We cater for grown ups of a certain age who appreciate the finer things in life, playing covers by Cream, Thin Lizzy, Free, Bad Company, Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, Bryan Adams and more. Our mission in life is to ensure that your special occassion is as special as we can make it.

"Welcome to the Rock of Ages website. 2009 is our 10th Anniversary Year! Rock of Ages is an experienced 5-piece band rooted in the Rock 'n' Roll era. We have 3 lead singers, each with his own distinctive style. Our line-up consists of 2 guitars, bass, keyboards and drums. The centrepiece of our repertoire is the music of the 50s and early 60s and we love to adjust the mix to suit the audience."

"Super skinny jingle jangle indie pop with a devilish wink in it's collective eye. Bursting with energy, it's as if these rascals had been locked in an cupboard by an evil svengali and ordered to write tunes for food and survival. Seems like they won their freedom." - The Roar Club, Esquires

"Three piece Rock 'n' Roll band with double bass, drums and featuring Ray Waters on guitar and vocals, Tom Waters on bass and Duncan Clark on drums. Classic Rock 'n' Roll covers from Buddy Holly, Gene Vincent, Elvis, Eddie Cochran and many more."

"My name is Sal, a professional singer and Elvis Tribute artist from London UK. Recently I was given an award for most outstanding performance at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2008, as part of the InvAsian Festival. I also starred in the BBC's 'The Worlds Greatest Elvis' also in 2008,with host Vernon Kay. I have appeared on BBC's 'Test The Nation' with Anne Robinson and Phillip Schofield (i was selected from over 40 Elvis' or Elvi!) to sing ‘Hound Dog’ live to over 10 million people!.  My numerous TV appearances include: Channel 5, Sky, CBS, CNN, ITV Yorkshire & Central, and Radio 5 Live. I have also performed in front of 10,000 enthusiastic fans at London City Airport 2004, 50,000 at the annual Slough firework show, and 25,000 at the Barking Indian Mela, both in 2007. In 2004 i performed by Royal Command at The Savoy, The Strand London on behalf of the CTBF (Cinema and Television benevolent Fund)...."

Solo Act from North Herts

"A vibrant six piece pop sounding, rock pounding band, located within the boundaries of Cambridgeshire. Forming in February 2008, they have come a very long way, selling out venues such as the Junction in Cambridge. Signed to Morph Recordings, the band hope to fulfill their dream of breaking into the music scene and being able to make a living for what they love doing. This is most definitely a band to watch out for in 2009!"

"Two amazing performers in their own right - jazz and soul vocalist Kerry Hodgkin and guitar vocalist Geoff J Tooley - join together to create this eclectic duo. Combining jazz, soul, blues, latin and some pop repertoire in their own unique style, this duo is a great accompaniment to any event, whether laid back or ready to party!"

Cambs. "The members of Simply Reeds met through their studies in Cambridge in the early 1990s and formed the quartet in 1996. Viv, Jon, Graham and Claire are all instrumental music teachers in and around Cambridge, Royston and Saffron Walden. The vast majority of our arrangements are written by Jon (jazz and show tunes) and Graham (classical). We play at many private events such as weddings and corporate parties but we also bring our music to the public through recitals in the Cambridgeshire region. In recent months we have played at the Perse School Cambridge, Palace House Newmarket, Fordham, Harston, Chatteris, Dry Drayton, and at many college events within Cambridge University."

"The ultimate covers band. All styles of music catered for. SKROO LOOSE is a group of five talented and versatile musicians, four boys and one girl. Something for everyone is perhaps the best way to describe us as we can offer any type of music for any occasion. With our extensive back catalogue of covers, we span the decades; from the Fifties right up to the Noughties. As well as music, SKROO LOOSE can also offer a bit of comedy on the side."

East. "Soul Possession is a 5-9 piece soul band focusing on the legends of Motown & Atlantic Records of the 60s and early 70s. We did our first gig at Talk of the Town Live in Milton Keynes on Friday 13th October 2006. Some may say not the best date to begin, but looking at it another way, we survived that, so we can probably survive anything! Soul Possession is available for Corporate Events and Functions/Weddings/Civil Partnerships/Parties, with various packages available to suit your venue and budget. Variations include the band in its 7, 8 or 9 piece format - excellent DJs can also be sourced by the band to complete your evening's entertainment. For more modest budgets a 5 or 6 piece version is also available. Also available with the Kerry Hodgkin Jazz Band!"

"Formed in 1977, this exciting Swing Orchestra, features the very best professional musicians and singers, we perform the live music of the Big Band era, recreating the wonderful sounds of such Big Bands as those led by Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Woody Herman, Harry James, Tommy Dorsey and many others"

"Split Whiskers are back & they mean business. If you enjoy rough & tumble blues based slide playing finger snapping foot tapping buttock crunching raw rock 'n' roll, then his is your chance to hear them play in their unique style. This six piece Cambridge based band of young 'n' old misfits will bring a new slant on the blues with a sense of fun & micky taking"

"Over the years, the choir has given concerts in St. Mary's Church, St. Neots, St. Mary's Church, Eaton Socon and the Priory Centre, St Neots, and has been privileged to work with many high quality soloists and orchestral players. Three concerts each year are given jointly with the St. Neots Sinfonia. Directed since its inception by Reginald Searle , the society has performed works by such composers as Bach, Beethoven, Brahms through to Vaughan Williams and Vivaldi, as well as contemporary pieces by Andrew Carter and John Rutter. In a more light-hearted vein, there have been Gilbert and Sullivan and opera selections, and "Last Night of the Proms". An annual family carol concert is given in St.Mary's Church, Eaton Socon."

"Now in its 43rd year and meets every Tuesday (except during August) at The King's Head Hotel, St. Neots, Cambs. Beginning at 8.15pm and most weeks feature a Guest artist. The last Tuesday of the month is a 'Round the Room' session,at which singers and musicians are most welcome.To book a floor spot 01234 376278"

"START THE CAR has been a major part of the music scene since 1999 with more or less the same line up since those early days. What keeps this mismatched bunch together is a genuine passion for live music and a belief they are part of something well worth doing. Check out the gig guide, go see them, you won’t be disappointed."

"Stax are an experienced, 6 piece cover band, ready to perform live music in every venue. Based in Hertfordshire, Stax is available for your party, function or wedding. With female and male vocals, Stax covers a wide range of repertoire, therefore we are much in demand as a party band or wedding band. Prestigious venues include the London Aquarium, Cambridge University, Fawsley Hall, Brocket Hall and the Moor Park in Rickmansworth, to name a few. But don't get the impression we do not like the smaller venues - we've created tremendous parties in the smallest pubs!"

Stingray are an authentic Rock Band playing songs from The Kaiser Chiefs, Razorlight, Arctic Monkeys and Franz Ferdinand along with classic floor fillers from The Kinks, The Who and The Stones. They have supported Eddie and the Hotrods, secured Festival Slots with The Stranglers, Dr. Feelgood, Wishbone Ash and played at the same event as The Automatic. Expect a performance enhanced by their own quality sound and lighting system. A comprehensive playlist, gig guide and contact details can be viewed on this website "I'd just like to say a thankyou to the band that were on before us - 'Stingray' - they were brilliant weren't they?" Eddie and the Hotrods, 3rd Mar 2007

"Just Try To Resist" "It's all about the music. No thrills, no photoshop and no "souped-up" PR. What you see is what you get and what you hear is something else. In a culture where music has become a "fast food" industry, Syren has managed to bring back the art of songwriting with music that strokes your soul, entices you and gives you inspiration. These talented musicians are some of the best in their field & the band's live performance is second to none. The women of Syren have certainly paid their dues to the live scene whether it's playing industry showcases or "we gotta eat" local bars. Being in such high demand since their formation in September 2006 there is no doubt that these women know how to stalk a stage."

"Taildragger Blues Band has appeared at MaryPort Blues Festival, Colne Blues Festival, Cambridge Rock Festival 2007/2008 as well as working with/supporting blues legends Paul Lamb and the Kingsnakes, Johnny Marrs, Johnny Whitehill and The Hoax (Jesse & Robin Davey). The band has also been recorded live by Stephen Fosters BBC Radio Suffolk Blues Programme. The band write and perform their own material as well as classic and contemporary blues covers. Heavily influenced by Buddy Guy, Billy F.Gibbons, Doyle Bramhall II, BB King, Albert Collins and anyone with serious blues tone and attitude!!"

"Hitchin based Rock Blues band performing classic (yet original) music spanning the 60's and 70's. Influences include Jimi Hendrix, BB King, Rory Gallagher to Eric Clapton. Ten Days Unshaven are quite simply a unique band who will amaze you with their energy and stage presence".

"The Mistreated perform classic rock music from the last 35 years - from Bowie to Pink - so there's always something for rock fans of all age groups. Below is a list of songs the band are either currently performing or can perform on request. If you have a specific song request for an event and it isn't on the list, the band will attempt to learn it, subject to a reasonable time frame to do so."

"The UK's best ska covers band.They are a seven piece covers band from North London playing two tone ska from the likes of Madness, The Selecter, Bad Manners, The Beat and The Specials."

"The Soul Patrol have become established as one of the UK's leading soul bands, performing classics from the legends of the Atlantic soul era, plus 70's funk & disco favourites. Fronted by two impressive vocalists and backed by a talented team of musicians collaborating to bring you the funkiest soul & disco grooves, delivering a quality professional sound and performance every time to ensure that every event is a memorable one."

"It’s often a broad smile as each classic track is introduced. Each number seems to have been hand-picked to evoke memories of when we were younger. These songs are the backdrop to the teenage and early 20’s for many of the audience. But don’t think that I’m excluding the younger element here... the music these guys choose to play is timeless; it’s not unusual to see young faces in the crowd enjoying the music with the rest of us! This band are masters of ‘The Who’ covers - in fact they are renowned for them. Their set usually reaches a climax with 'Won’t Get Fooled Again' with the whole crowd rocking along to great musicians, playing great music."

50's/60's/70's Rock and Blues Band "The reason we play is because we enjoy it and we want you to enjoy the experience too, music is one of the few things that can recreate a time or place in your mind complete with the emotions and thoughts that were there so let us transport you to a time when music was live and there to be enjoyed."

"A chaotic hit of rock n roll to leave you shaken and sweaty. Live shows, more often than not end in sing-alongs, dance offs and plenty of tear up antics. This 4 piece work hard to perform a tight set and deliver songs to fuel a party! Music is straight from the heart. Violet Bones sing about the everyday horrors and joys of love, life, work and everything in-between."

"From Bon Jovi through to Pink Floyd, AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Iron Maiden and more, this is a show that does exactly what it says on the label.... IT ROCKS! Wiggy is available to play pubs, clubs and private functions. He first started working as a solo act in June 2005, since when he has played over 200 solo gigs, after having been an accomplished bassist in "The Blues Machine" together with guitarist Mickey Flynn, and then as a guitarist and singer in Perfect Circle with the accredited vocalist Jayne Tretton."

"Will is a keyboard wielding solo artist singer/songwriter, with his own unique brand of soul/pop/funk, and has been previously described by one live music venue as “Sting, Paul Carrack And Seal Combined” Will has been likened to Joshua Kadison and Marc Cohn along the way, and feels a certain affinity with the likes of James Morrison. Will creates soulful grooves and wraps heartfelt, profound lyrics around them. Will has: * been writing since 1989 * been signed to indie label Carrera in the past * had his own band Makower for 3 years * won the Tomorrow's People Award for excellence in his field * had his music described by The Boat Race as "soul/funk with a unique flavour...exceptionally polished."