Hire Alex Shearer | Singer in County Durham

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Stereophonics - Dakota (stripped back cover)

Beautiful Day - U2 (cover)

If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys cover

About Alex

Multi-instrumentalist - over 10 years experience both solo and across several bands. Personalised sets to suit your special day or party!

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Singer

Durham

Public liability insurance of £10 million

Alex Shearer is an accomplished singer, pianist and guitarist with over 10 years experience, entertaining crowds across the North of England. Alex offers contemporary acoustic covers of some of the world’s best-loved songs. He's perfect for laid back, afternoon drinks receptions and wedding ceremonies. He has previously worked with the following: Newton Hall, Dalton Old Pump House, Bowburn Hall, Thief Hall Northallerton, Middleton Lodge Richmond, Marriott Hotels, National Railway Museum, David Lloyd Clubs, The Grand Hotel York, Fossgate Festival.

Alex

5 out of 5

7 verified reviews

Satisfaction

5.0

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

5.0

Punctuality

5.0

Alex's Reviews

5 out of 5

Alex was a great addition to our day and all our guest had great time listening to Alex, who was adaptable with the change of weather on the day

Reply from Alex

3 months ago

I hope you and Jessica had an amazing day, thank you again for having me!

5 out of 5

Alex was punctual, professional and created exactly the mood we wanted for our wedding anniversary celebration. We would highly recommend him.

Reply from Alex

4 months ago

Thank you again for booking me for what was such a wonderful day and celebration! Wishing you both all the best!

5 out of 5

Alex was such a gent! Beautiful voice, everyone thoroughly enjoyed the songs. Lovely fella! Definitely recommend ❤️

Reply from Alex

2 years ago

Thank you again for having me, it was a lovely afternoon. Wishing you both many years of happiness together. Best wishes, Alex.

5 out of 5

We booked Alex for our wedding, to play during the drinks reception. His style and mix of songs was absolutely ideal and created the perfect atmosphere for us and our guests. We loved it and so did our guests - couldn't recommend any more highly!

5 out of 5

I booked Alex for a surprise 40th Wedding Anniversary, a month before the date. I was doubtful that I would be able to get top quality entertainment at such short notice. Alex was very accommodating and worked with me to ensure I had exactly what I needed for the evening, giving a range of classics and modern for the mix of guests. Being a musician myself I can absolutely recommend Alex, he made the evening special and the couple loved it.

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Alex's Song list

Alex Clare - Too Close

Alicia Keys - If I Ain't Got You

Aloe Blacc - I Need a Dollar

Aretha Franklin - Say A Little Prayer

Ben E King - Stand By Me

Bill Withers - Ain't No Sunshine

Bill Withers - Lovely Day

Coldplay - Magic

Coldplay - Hymn for the Weekend

Dua Lipa - Levitating

Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud

Ed Sheeran - Perfect

Ed Sheeran - Tenerife Sea

Elvis Presley - Blue Suede Shoes

Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling in Love

Fleetwood Mac - Dreams

Fleetwood Mac - Everywhere

Foo Fighters - Everlong

Foo Fighters - Times Like These

George Ezra - Shotgun

Gerry Cinnamon - Belter

Girls Aloud - Sound of the Underground

Gloria Jones - Tainted Love

Guns n Roses - Sweet Child o' Mine

Harry Styles - Watermelon Sugar

Hozier - From Eden

Hozier - Someone New

Imagine Dragons - Radioactive

James - Sit Down

James Morrison - You Give Me Something

Jess Glyne - My Love

John Mayer - Slow Dancing in a Burning Room

Jungle Book - Bare Neccessities

Jungle Book - Wanna Be Like You

Keane - Somewhere Only We Know

Madness - It Must Be Love

MAGIC! - Rude

Maroon 5 - She Will Be Loved

MGMT - Electric Feel

New Radicals - You Get What You Give

Norah Jones - Sunrise

Norah Jones - Come Away With Me

Norah Jones - Don't Know Why

Oasis - Cigarettes and Alcohol

Oasis - She's Electric

Oasis - Supersonic

OneRepublic - Counting Stars

Paul Simon - You Can Call Me Al

Paolo Nutini - Jenny Don't Be Hasty

Paolo Nutini - Last Request

Queen - Crazy Little Thing Called Love

Queens of the Stone Age - No One Knows

Razorlight - Golden Touch

Rolling Stones - Jumpin' Jack Flash

Rod Stewart - Maggie May

Stealers Wheel - Stuck in the Middle With You

Stereophonics - Dakota

Stevie Wonder - Isn't She Lovely

T-Rex - Get It On

The Beatles - All My Loving

The Beatles - Love Me Do

The Beatles - Twist and Shout

The Coral - Dreaming of You

The La's - There She Goes

The Killers - Mr Brightside

The Kinks - Sunny Afternoon

The Kooks - She Moves in Her Own Way

The Monkees - I'm a Believer

The Proclaimers - I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)

The Specials - Message to Rudi

The Zutons - Valerie

Tom Petty - Free Falling

Toploader - Dancing in the Moonlight

Train - Hey Soul Sister

Travis - Sing

U2 - Beautiful Day

Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl

Vance Joy - Riptide

Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody

Womack and Womack - Teardrops

Alex's Prices

Last updated: 2024

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£60
Up to 1 hour	£300
Up to 2 hours	£375
Up to 3 hours	£500

Customer questions

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

I am extremely flexible to accommodate any last minute changes regarding timings. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes. Any favourite songs can be shared during booking so that I have the best mix for you.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually require around 45 mins to set up and for a quick soundcheck. As soon as I have the PA system ready, DJ music can be played while I finish setting up.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

Absolutely, I can tailor my set list to suit the feel of your function.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

All equipment is provided for a smooth and professional set up.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

I can include one free song request in my set, any further song requests would be at a fee of £30 for each song to allow rehearsal time.

Musicianship

Genres:

Pop, Acoustic, Covers, Soul, Easy listening, Folk, Country, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music

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Instruments:

Singer, Piano, Guitar, Keyboard, Composer, Bass guitar

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Event types:

Wedding, Virtual event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, Concert, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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Other skills:

Composer, Producer, Songwriter, Accompanist, Live looping, Fluent improviser, Instrumental teaching

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