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About JAY

A world traveling performer offering top notch entertainment!
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Burton-on-Trent
Public liability insurance of £10 million

Jay is a talented US/UK professional singer with years of experience performing live music. Fresh off the West End stage and international tours, Jay has a powerful 5 octave range.He has performed at a number of high-end venues, and is available to perform at a wide variety of events including, weddings, celebrations, corporate and private parties. With an extensive repertoire of Pop, jazz and swing as well as classic pop hits from over the decades, Jay is the perfect accompaniment for events requiring stylish background music, such as drinks receptions, cocktails and canapes, wedding breakfasts, cabarets, anniversaries, at formal dinners and shows. The backing tracks that Jay sings along to are sophisticated, professional piano/full band recordings replicating the sound of a jazz band. Influences include the first ladies and gentlemen of jazz performing all the classics by the likes of Ella Fitzgerald; Frank Sinatra; Nat King Cole; Billie Holiday, and Sarah Vaughan. Types of Events • Wedding/ Anniversaries • Company events / dinners • Gin & Jazz Events • Weddings • Conferences • Exhibitions • VIP Events / 1st class lounges • Galas & regattas • Jazz themed Cabarets Key Features: *Available as a Solo performer with High Quality Backing Tracks *Song special requests welcome (with prior notice) *Elegant and sophisticated attire *Comprehensive PA system, Public Liability Insurance (Musicians Union member) up to £10 million and background music via a PA system & IPad during breaks / intervals With a repertoire of more than 300 songs covering the whole period from 1920-to the present day, Jay is the perfect choice for all events and offers a bespoke playlist service based on your requirements if preferred. Technical Requirements • Performance space • One power socket close to the performance area • Easy access parking space or drop off / unloading point preferred

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JAY's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Karen B
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Jay was fabulous, he kept in touch in the weeks leading up to my party to discuss my music choices. Very punctual on the day. Gave a fantastic performance, he and his wife were both very friendly. Everyone loved it. Would highly recommend him. Thank you so much.

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Lorraine G
2 years ago
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5 out of 5

Fantastic kept crowd dancing brilliant song choice would be happy to rebook again in the future

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Sophie H
2 years ago
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5 out of 5

Fabulous entertainer! Great personality, approachable, flexible, very genuine and all round down to earth guy! He absolutely made our event special and we can’t thank him enough for doing such an amazing job. His song choices were fabulous, great attitude and all of our guests made such lovely compliments about him. I’d book him again in a heartbeat for our next party. Thankyou SO much!

Reply from JAY
2 years ago

Thank you, Thank You , Thank you!! Wonderful Celebration, Wonderful People!! I was honored

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3 years ago, for a Concert in The Millennium Dome Millennium Way
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5 out of 5

Unbelievable night! We hired Jay for a party in December and he was amazing, lots of great upbeat songs, worked the crowd brilliantly! We didn’t want to stop dancing. Communication was clear and very professional, we cannot thank Jay enough for making the night so amazing, I have lots of friends asking where they can book him for next year!!! A true pro! Thank you Jay!

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Will P
3 years ago, for a Wedding in Atherstone CV9 3RF
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5 out of 5

Jay and Sammi sang after our wedding before our Wedding breakfast for an hr. To stay that the guest were entertained is an understatement. Weeks after our wedding our guest are still speaking about how amazing they were. I could not have hired a better people for the event. I would hire them over, over, and over again. Amazing people, amazing talent!!!

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JAY's Song list

“Tutti Frutti” - Little Richard
“Hit the Road Jack” - Ray Charles
“Georgia”
“Song for You” -Donny Hathaway
“Nightshift”- Commadors
“Brickhouse”
“All Night Long”-Lionel Richie
“ABC” -Jackson 5
"I Want You Back”
“I’ll Be There”
“Signed, Sealed, Delivered” - Stevie Wonder
“You’re All I Need to Get By” - Marvin Gaye
“Big Girls Don’t Cry” - Frankie Valli - Four Seasons
“Cant Take my Eyes Off You”
"Who Loves You”
"Sherry”
“Beggin”
“My Eyes Adore You”
“Come Sail Away” - Styx
“Your Song” - Elton John
“Benny and the Jets”
“Piano Man”
“Still Standing”
“Moving Out” - Billy Joel
“Ordinary People” -John Legend
“All of Me"
“Man in the Mirror”- Michael Jackson
“Smooth Criminal”
“PYT”
“Rock with You”
“The Way You Make Me Feel”
"Watermelon Sugar" -Harry Styles
"Adore You'
"Falling"
"Uptown Funk" - Bruno Mars
My Heart Will Go -Celine Dion
I Have Nothing - Whitney Houston
I Wanna Dance with Somebody
"Perfect" - by Ed Sheeran
"Shape of You"
"Thinking Out Loud"
"Physical” by Dua Lipa
"Break My Heart"
"Somebody to Love" -Queen
"Bohemian Rhapsody"
“Bicycle"
"Another One Bites the Dust"
"Crazy Little Things Called Love"
"Killer Queen"
"Who Wants to Live Forever"
"We Will Rock You”
“Radio Gaga”
"The Show Must Go On”
"Don't Stop Believing"
“Anything for Love” - Meatloaf
“Paradise by the Dashboard”
“Telephone” Lady Gaga
“Rain on Me” "Born This Way"
"A Million Reasons"
"Always Remember us this Way"
"Bad Romance"
"Applause"
"Never Love Again”
“Bang, Bang”
“Blinding Lights” - The Weeknd
“I Cant Feel My Face”
"Lets Go Crazy" - Prince
"I Would Die 4 U"
“Raspberry Beret"
"Kiss"
"I Wanna Be Your Lover"
"Little Red Corvette"
"Purple Rain"
"Beautiful Ones"
"The Most Beautiful Girl in the World"
“1999"
“Thieves in the Temple”
"You've Got the Look”
“Here and Now” - Luther Vandross
“Never Too Much”
"September" - Earth, Wind, and Fire
"Fantasy"
"Shining Star"
"Reasons"
"Boogie Wonderland"
"After the Love is Gone"
“Stairway to Heaven” - Led Zeppelin
“Valerie” - Amy Winehouse
“Will You Still Love Me Tomoorow”
“Stay Alive” - Bee Gees
“Emotions”
“Walk this Way” - Aerosmith
“Dream On” - Aerosmith
“Go Your Own Way” - Fleetwood Mac
“Rhianna”
“YMCA” - Village People
"Landslide" - Fleetwood Mac
“Rhiannon"
“Go Your Own Way”
"“Close to You" - The Carpenters
“We’ve Only Just Begin"
“Rainy Days & Mondays"
----A short list of 80’s tunes
“Hungry Like the Wolf” -Duran Duran
“Jessie’s Girl” - Rick Springfield
“Upside Down” - Diana Ross
“Africa” -Toto“Sweet Dreams” - Eurythmics
“Total Eclipse of the Heart” -Bonnie Tyler
“Footloose” - Kenny Loggins
“Time after Time” - Cindy Lauper
“Careless Whisper” - Wham
“Wake Me Up Before”
“Living on a Prayer” - Bon Jovi
“True”-Spandau Ballet
“Take My Breath Away”
“Take on Me” - A Ha
“I Wanna Dance with Somebody” - Whitney Houston
“Love Shack” - B-52s
“All Night Long” - Lionel Richie

“You Spin Me Right Round” - Dead or Alive
“Careless Whisper” - George Michael
“Pour Some Sugar on Me” - Def Leppard
“Time of My Life” - Bill Medley/ Jennifer Warnes
“Whats Love Got to Do with it” -Tina Turner
“I Wanna Know What Love is” - Foreigner
“Alone”- Heart

JAY's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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)£75
Up to 1 hour£250
Up to 2 hours£312.50
Up to 3 hours£500
Packages
Prince
I also offer a Prince Tribute! A rocking tribute to the singer that changed the world of pop/rock/soul/funk and more. The price listed is the starting price pending what is asked for. Please feel free to ask for more info EditDelete
£320
Wedding Ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£375

Add-ons

Playlist Background Music
+£60
Prince
+£320
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

MY clients love that I am personable. I interact with guest, I like to get people on their feet having a grand time.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

All Venues have been located in the U.S

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

I love a wide range of artist. Billy Joel, John Legend, Steve Tyler, Beyonce , Whitney Houston, Lady Gaga, Earth Wind and Fire, Al Green

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

The gig you are about to hire me for!

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

I am extremely flexible. Please feel free to chat with about it. No Worries

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

Yes I can provide that service via our PA. We can discuss songs during our zoom chat. Pricing depends on length of time. Please inquire

How much time do you need to set up?

1 would only need 1 hr to set up

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

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

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

I bring all the equipment for me to perform.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

“If a song isn't included in my song list there may still be a chance I already know it. If there is a special song you'd like me to learn I am happy to do this for you. There is a fee of £30 for this service to take into account rehearsal times etc. ”
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Christmas, Contemporary classical, Film / TV music, Musical theatre, Opera, Covers, Disco, Funk, R&B, Motown, Tribute, Top 40, Soul, Blues, Jazz, Cabaret, Rock, Classic rock, Hard rock, Indie, Pop rock, Power rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Traditional church music
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Event types:
Concert, Theatre / Show, Wedding, Virtual event, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Wedding proposal, Recording session
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Other skills:
Producer, Actor, Dancer, Singing teaching
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