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About Chris

With an eclectic repertoire covering Pop, Rock, RnB, Soul, Garage. Hip Hop and more, the perfect choice for any occasion, uptempo or relaxed

Singer

Gravesend

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Chris is a dynamic acoustic guitarist and vocalist with a passion for creating unforgettable musical experiences. With over a decade of performance expertise in London's vibrant music scene, Chris has become a sought-after talent for a wide range of events. Drawing inspiration from an eclectic mix of musical influences spanning genres and eras, he delivers a captivating repertoire that seamlessly blends classics with contemporary hits. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, Chris has graced stages both big and small, leaving a trail of mesmerized listeners. His music has set the tone for weddings, serenaded diners at upscale restaurants, and ignited the dance floor at bustling pubs—all with an effortless charm and magnetic stage presence that leaves a lasting impression. So whether you're seeking soul-stirring ballads or foot-stomping anthems, let Chris be the soundtrack to your next unforgettable moment.

Chris

4.9 out of 5

9 verified reviews

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Punctuality

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Chris' Reviews

5 out of 5

Just wonderful , totally exceeded my expectations ! Beautiful voice and a lovely guy who was perfect for the occasion ( a babyshower) Thank you so much. Thoroughly recommended .

5 out of 5

We booked Chris to play during our wedding reception. He is amazingly talented and we got lots of complements from our guests. Highly recommend!!

5 out of 5

Chris was amazing!!! Thank you so much! X

5 out of 5

Booked Chris to perform in my bar on a Saturday night. Extremely talented guy, what a voice! Will definitely be getting him back, thanks again!

4 out of 5

We wanted a guitarist/singer to provide some atmosphere at our wedding reception while drinks were served. Chris was recommended by a friend and was one of the many highlights of our special day. Very friendly and professional.

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Chris' Song list

Arctic Monkeys - When The Sun Goes Down

Avicii/Aloe Blacc - Wake Me Up

Ben Howard - Keep Your Head Up

Bill Withers - Ain't No Sunshine

Bob Marley - No Woman No Cry

Bob Marley - Is This Love

Bob Marley - One Love

Bob Marley - Redemption Song

Bruce Springstein - Dancing In The Dark

Bruno Mars - Locked Out Of Heaven

Bruno Mars - Just The Way You Are

Cee Lo Green - Forget You

Chaka Khan - Ain't Nobody

Chris Malinchak - So Good To Me

Clean Bandit - No Place I'd Rather Be

Coldplay - The Scientist

Coldplay - Yellow

Craig David - Fill Me In

Daniel Bedingfield - Gotta Get Thru This

David Gray - Babylon

Dr Dre Feat Eminem - Forgot About Dre

DJ Luck feat MC Neat - Little Bit of Luck

Eagle Eye Cherry - Save Tonight

Ed Sheeran - Don’t

Ed Sheeran - Shape Of You

Ed Sheeran - Perfect

Ed Sheeran - The A Team

Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud

Ed Sheeran - Castle On The Hill

Elvis - Caught in a trap

Elvis - I can't Help Falling In Love With You

George Benson - Give Me The Night

George Ezra - Blame it on me

George Ezra - Shotgun

George Ezra - Paradise

Gnarls Barkely - Crazy

Green Day - Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life)

Guns and Roses - Sweet Child Of Mine

Jackie Wilson - Higher And Higher

Jason Mraz - I won't Give Up

Jason Mraz - I'm Yours

Jessie J - Price Tag

Jessie J - Who You Are

Jidenna - Bambi

John Legend - All Of Me

Justin Timberblake - Can't stop the feeling

Justin Timberlake - Senorita

Kaiser Chiefs - I Predict A Riot

Khalid - Eastside

Kings Of Leon - Use Somebody

Kings Of Leon - Sex On Fire

Mario - Let Me Love You

Maroon 5 - She Will Be Loved

Mumford & Sons - Little Lion Man

Notorious BIG - Mo Money Mo Problems

Nico & Vinz - Am I Wrong

Oasis - Don’t Look Back In Anger

Oasis - Wonderwall

Oasis - Champagne Supernova

Oliver Cheatham - Get Down It's Saturday Night

Omi - Cheerleader

One Republic - Counting Stars

Otis Redding - The Dock Of The Bay

Outkast - Hey Ya

Outkast - Miss Jackson

Paolo Nutini - Last Request

Pearl Jam - Alive

Pearl Jam - Black

Pearl Jam - Jeremy

Pharell Williams - Happy

Pharrel Williams - Get Lucky

Queen - Don’t Stop Me Now

Queen - Crazy Little Thing Called Love

R.E.M - Losing My Religion

Razorlight - Before I Fall To Pieces

Razorlight - Golden Touch

Red Hot Chilli Peppers - Zephyr Song

Red Hot Chilli Peppers - Under The Bridge

Red Hot Chilli Peppers - Californication

Robyn S - Show Me Love

Roy Jones Junior - Gabrielle

Rod Stewart - Maggie May

Sam Cooke - Wonderful World

Sam Smith - Promises

Sam Smith - Stay With Me

Sam Sparrow - Black and Gold

Santana - Maria Maria

Seal - Crazy

Shanks and Bigfoot - Swet Like Chocolate

Soft Cell - Tainted Love

Stevie Wonder - Superstition

Sting - English Man In New York

Stormzy - Own it

T Rex - Get It On

The Beatles - Hey Jude

The Doobie Brother - Long Train Running

The Eagles - Hotel California

The Foo Fighters - Times Like These

The Fugees - Ready Or Not

The Killers - When You Were Young

The Killers - Mr Brightside

The Lumineers - Ho Hey

The Rolling Stones - Paint It Black

The Rolling Stones - Satisfaction

The Stereophonics - Dakota

The Temptations - My Girl

The Verve - Bittersweet Sympthony

The Weekend - Blinding Lights

The White Stripes - Seven Nation Army

The Zutons/Amy Whinehouse - Valerie

Tina Turner - Proud Mary

Tracy Chapman - Revolution

Tracy Chapman - Crossroads

Tracy Chapman - Fast Car

U2 - One

U2 - With Or Without You

Usher - You Remind Me

Usher - You Got It Bad

Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl

Vance Joy - Riptide

Vanessa Carlton - A Thousand Miles

Warren G - Regulate

Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag

Wideboys - Sambuca

Womack and Womack - Teardrops

Wookie - Battle

Wyclef Jean - 911

Wyclef Jean - Gone Till November

So Solid Crew - 21 Seconds

Chris' 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)	£125
Up to 1 hour	£187.50
Up to 2 hours	£250
Up to 3 hours	£312.50

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My clients always compliment me on my voice and the range of songs I perform.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I have performed at many bars and restaurants mainly in and around London from small pubs to more established venues such as the Forum. The most notable being the Roundhouse and Dublin Castle in Camden.

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

I understand that times can change slightly depending on the event, Just keep in touch with me and let me know. I will always try my best to be flexible.

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

I can play a playlist through my PA during any short breaks if required, To keep the atmosphere.

How much time do you need to set up?

I like to be set up 1 hour prior to performing.

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

Feel free to pick the songs you would like to hear from my set. You can pick the entire set if you wish or just key songs that you particularly like,

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Of course! I will have my guitar, pedal board and PA. All I require is access to a plug socket and roughly 1.5 metre square space for my pedal board.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes. Please just ask and as long as there is enough notice prior to the gig I will do my best to accomodate your request.

Musicianship

Genres:

Pop, Folk, Garage, Acoustic, R&B, Motown, Hip Hop, Covers, Soul, Rock, Classic rock, Britpop

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Instruments:

Singer, Guitar

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Event types:

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

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Other skills:

Live looping, MC, Songwriter, Lyricist

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