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About George

Looking for an Acoustic Act to entertain your guests? 250+ Wedding/Function/Event gigs across the UK & Europe! "Live" Live Lounge Artist!

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Singer

Canterbury

Public liability insurance of £10 million

I'm an acoustic act, playing guitar (or piano if preferred) for weddings, events or functions. I play a wide range of covers ranging from Stevie Wonder, The Beatles to Paolo Nutini and Ed Sheeran. I have been playing music live for 15+ years and have played every type of gig out there (even a Hen Do once...!). I have played across the UK & Europe and am willing to travel as far as your budget will take me! I am a graduate of Music, studying a Commercial Music course which provided me with a strong foundation of knowledge for playing & performing live to various audiences. I understand the professionalism it takes to be a well respected musician and value communication and being punctual. I have played over 250+ weddings/functions and value each and every booking. Get in touch and we can discuss your event in more detail. All I require is a plug socket and I'm away! I have PLI & my equipment is PAT tested to comply with most venue requirements.

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George's Reviews

5 out of 5

Absolutely recommend! He was fab!

5 out of 5

George! Honestly, you made the night! I know the manager from the venue is going to be in contact re their beer festival as she loved you. I also had one of my clients who was there ask if we could think about you for his party in September and another lady has asked about you as well! Being in events, I see singers the whole time, and you were simply a cut above the rest! Thank you for turning an awesome evening into a spectacular one! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! We just know we will be booking you time and time again! Thank you so much George!

Hi George. Thanks for joining us last night! Have a great Christmas - see you in 2023!

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George's Song list

Craig David - 7 Days

Harry Styles - Adore You

John Legend - All Of Me

David Gray - Babylon

Jack Johnson - Better Together

Leon Bridges - Beyond

Sam Sparro - Black and Gold

Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl

George Ezra - Budapest

Elvis Presley - Can’t Help Falling In Love

Paolo Nutini - Coming Up Easy

Stevie Wonder - Isnt She Lovely

Madness - It Must Be Love

Grover Washington Jr. feat. Bill Withers - Just The Two Of Us

Paolo Nutini - Last Request

Otis Redding - Sittin On The Dock Of The Bay

Ed Sheeran - Tenerife Sea

Michael Jackson - The Way You Make Me Feel

Aloe Black - I Need A Dollar

Vance Joy - Riptide

The Beatles - Let It Be

Plain White T's - Hey There Delilah

Daniel Caesar feat. H.E.R. - Best Part

Louis Armstrong - What A Wonderful World

Harry Styles - Watermelon Sugar

Tom Petty - Free Fallin

The Weeknd - Blinding Lights

Jason Mraz feat. Colbie Caillat -Lucky

The Lumineers - Ho Hey

Maroon 5 - Sunday Morning

Corinne Bailey Ray - Put Your Records On

Justin Timberlake - Cry Me A River

Ed Sheeran - Perfect

Sam Cooke - Wonderful World

Estelle feat. Kanye West - American Boy

The Beatles - Come Together

Jason Mraz - Im Yours

Stevie Wonder - Master Blaster

Ed Sheeran - Shape Of You

WALK THE MOON - Shut Up And Dance

Scissor Sisters - Take Your Mama

Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag

Maroon 5 - This Love

Mark Ronson - Uptown Funk

Amy Winehouse - Valerie

Beyoncé - Crazy in Love

Ella Eyre - We Don’t Have to Take Our Clothes Off

Bryan Adams - Summer Of 69

Mumford & Sons - Little Lion Man

Christina Aguilera - Genie in A Bottle

Adele - Rolling in The Deep

Prince - Purple Rain

Prince - Kiss

Buzzcocks - Ever Fallen In Love

Commodores - Easy

Michael Jackson - Dirty Diana

John Mayer - Waiting on The World To Change

Gnarls Barkley - Crazy

Bruno Mars - Locked Out Of Heaven

Elvis Presley - Jailhouse Rock

Ed Sheeran - Castle On The Hill

Kings of Leon - Use Somebody

Train - Hey Soul Sister

Ronan Keating - When You Say Nothing At All

Deep Blue Something - Breakfast At Tiffanys

George Ezra - Shotgun

Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud

Omi - Cheerleader

Mumford & Sons- The Cave

Years & Years - King

Jess Glynne - Hold My Hand

Ariana Grande - Love Me Harder

Ed Sheeran - Bloodstream

The Weeknd - Cant Feel My Face

James Bay - Hold Back The River

Scissor Sisters - Take Your Mama

Charlie Puth - Marvin Gaye

Ben Howard - Keep Your Head Up

Ed Sheeran - Photograph

WALK THE MOON - Shut Up And Dance

Flo Rida - I Dont Like It I Love It

Disclosure - White Noise

Jason Derulo - Want To Want Me

Stevie Wonder - Master Blaster Jammin

Major Lazer - Lean On

Ed Sheeran - Give Me Love

Bastille - Pompeii

James Bay - Let It Go

Paolo Nutini - Last Request

Calvin Harris - How Deep Is Your Love

Vance Joy - Riptide

Sam Smith - Im Not The Only One

Coldplay - The Scientist

Hozier - Take Me To Church

Bruno Mars - Just The Way You Are

Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag

Ella Eyre - We Dont Have To Take Our Clothes Off

Bryan Adams - Summer Of 69

Coldplay - Viva La Vida

Old Crow Medicine Show - Wagon Wheel

Ed Sheeran - Drunk In Love

OutKast - Hey Ya

Mumford & Sons - Little Lion Man

Candi Staton - Young Hearts Run Free

Adele - Skyfall

Ed Sheeran - Tenerife Sea

Justin Bieber - Love Yourself

Paolo Nutini - Coming Up Easy

Gyptian - Hold Yuh

Shawn Mendes - Stitches

Bruno Mars - Locked Out Of Heaven

Adele - Rolling In The Deep

Justin Timberlake - Cry Me A River

Nickelback - Rockstar

Christina Aguilera - Genie In A Bottle

Taio Cruz - Dynamite

Prince - Kiss

Miley Cyrus - Wrecking Ball

Sam Cooke - Wonderful World

Aloe Blacc - I Need A Dollar

Eagles - Hotel California

The Wizard Of Oz - Somewhere Over The Rainbow

Ed Sheeran - Masters Of War

Etta James - At Last

Passenger - Hearts On Fire

Buzzcocks - Ever Fallen In Love

The Jam - Town Called Malice

Amy Winehouse - Valerie

Bob Dylan - Blowin In The Wind

Elvis Presley - Jailhouse Rock

Sam Cooke - You Send Me

Harry Nilsson - Everybodys Talkin

Stevie Wonder - Isnt She Lovely

Christina Perri - A Thousand Years

Billy Joel - New York State Of Mind

Al Stewart - On The Border

Eric Clapton - I Shot The Sheriff

Coldplay - Adventure Of A Lifetime

Damien Rice - Delicate

Jack Johnson - Banana Pancakes

Grover Washington Jr. - Just The Two Of Us

Vulfpeck - Back Pocket

Sam Sparro - Black And Gold

Klangkarussell - Sonnentanz Sun Dont Shine

John Legend - All Of Me

Gabrielle Aplin - Waking Up Slow

Frances - Grow

Lianne La Havas - Dont Wake Me Up

Paramore - Aint It Fun

Alicia Keys - How Come You Dont Call Me

Elvis Presley - Cant Help Falling In Love

Madness - It Must Be Love

George's Prices

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

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£150
Up to 1 hour	£250
Up to 2 hours	£350
Up to 3 hours	£500

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

I am able to shapeshift my performance to fit any situation. I have played all sorts of events: Christenings, Weddings, 21st Birthday's and many more! Depending on your event, I am able to change my set to best suit your needs and the needs of your guests?

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Festivals, Wedding Venues, Pubs, Bars.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Paolo Nutini, James Morrison, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, David Bowie, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Prince, Elvis Presley, Fleetwood Mac, Amy Winehouse & many more!

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

I have opened for Alexander O'Neal, Kenny Thomas, Aswad, Phil Fearon.

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

If your timings change, I am happy to accommodate where I can. I would request at least 48 hours notice of changes.

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

This is a really popular request and we actually offer this service for free. Music will be played only during my break.

How much time do you need to set up?

I am able to set up within 45 minutes. However, depending on the distance between parking and place of performance, this may be up to an 1 hour.

If I have a piano at my venue, are you happy to perform on that?

Yes absolutely! As long as it's in tune!

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

Our set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests dance and have an amazing time. However, we're definitely happy to chat through and make sure we find what works for your event.

Are you able to bring your own piano or keyboard?

Yes, absolutely! I bring my own instruments to play acoustically.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

If there is a special song you'd like us to learn I am happy to do this for you. There is a fee for this, but I am happy to discuss this with you!

Musicianship

Genres:

Covers, Christmas, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, 1970s era music, 1960s era music, Folk, Country, Jazz, Blues, Easy listening, Light music, Pop, Acoustic, Americana, Funk, Motown, R&B, Soul, Top 40

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Instruments:

Singer, Piano, Singing guitarist

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Event types:

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

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Other skills:

Arranger, Composer, Lyricist, Songwriter, Accompanist, Fluent improviser, Instrumental teaching, Singing teaching

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