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Ben Prescott

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About Ben

Guitarist and singer. Also can iron a mean shirt and know most of the words to 'Macarena'.
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London

I'm a singer/guitarist from North London. I come with all the gear You could possibly want and an arsenal of cover songs, and can be pretty flexible with song requests.

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Musicianship
Genres:
Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Indie, Pop rock, Progressive rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Folk, Country, Folk rock, Traditional English folk, 1990s era music, 1980s era music, 1970s era music, 1960s era music, Blues, Pop, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Americana, Covers, Tribute, Soul, Bluegrass, Glam rock, Disco, Funk, Funk rock
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Instruments:
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Event types:
Private event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Corporate event, Recording session, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party
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Other skills:
Songwriter, Actor, Music therapy
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Ben's Song list

She's Electric - Oasis
Songbird - Oasis
Stand By Me - Oasis
Don't Look Back in Anger - Oasis
Half the World Away - Oasis
Who Says - John Mayer
Road Trippin' - Red Hot Chili Peppers
Faith - George Miachael
Stuck on The Puzzle - Alex Turner
Piledriver Waltz - Arctic Monkeys
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
Vienna - Billy Joel
Knockin' on Heaven's Door - Bob Dylan
Take on Me - Aha
New Light - John Mayer
Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams
With or Without You - U2
Suspiscious Minds - Elvis
Tequila Sunrise - Eagles
Hotel California - Eagles
The Scientist - Coldplay
Yellow - Coldplay
Paradise - Coldplay
Best of You - Foo Fighters
Wildest Dreams - Taylor Swift
Take Me Home, Country Roads - John Denver
Wagon Wheel - Old Crow Medicine Show
You're still the One - Sheniah Twain
Man, I feel like a Woman - Sheniah Twain
Let it Be - Beatles
Space Oddity - David Bowie
The Sound of Silence - Simon & Garfunkle
Slip-Slidin' away - Simon & Garfunkle
Good Riddance - Green Day
Friday I'm in Love - The Cure
My Sweet Lord - George Harrison
Torn - Natalie Imbruglia
Feel - Robbie Williams
She's the One - Robbie Williams
I'm a Believer - The Monkees
I Want it That Way - The Backstreet Boys
Spirit in the Sky - Norman Greenbaum
Roxanne - The Police
I Can't get no Satisfaction - Rolling stones
Customer questions

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

Within reason and given enough time, I can accomodate

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

Yes

How much time do you need to set up?

20 mins

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

Yes, and I'll listen to any suggestions!

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Within reason and given enough time, yes.

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My character, enthusiam and unique take on classics that everyone recognizes

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

pubs, bars, coffee shops, weddings and even some private gardens!

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Too many to count! A lot of old folk and rock and blues.

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

I consider the Weddings to be the most important. What could be more important than being the soundtrack to someone's fondest memory?

Ben's Prices

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£100
Up to 1 hour£180
Up to 2 hours£300
Up to 3 hours£400

Add-ons

Topless!
+£150
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Ben's Reviews

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Franco T
4 years ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in n14
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5 out of 5

Love having the guys play at CWD. Their presentation is great! Big smiles, professional attitudes and above all, they're reliable!

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Clara S
4 years ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in SE1
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5 out of 5

Outstanding! Ben read the changin vibe of the event and played to it perfectly. On time, well-presented. Would highly reccomend.

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