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“Sensually funky and soulful." Karen Lane brings refreshing revamps to well known standards and loves to sing Bossa Nova and Samba.
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Originally from Perth, Lane has self-produced 6 albums to critical acclaim. Her debut “Once In A Lifetime” (2002) garnered the attention and positive reviews of the International jazz press and radio play in the UK, Japan, USA and Canada. “Sensually funky and soulful."  John Fordham in JAZZ UK When Karen first hit the UK Scene she was quickly recognized by Michael Parkinson regularly being featured on his BBC Radio and Jazz FM. Dave Gelly Musician Magazine said: “I know of no one else who sings with what I can only describe as her demure abandon. It's wholehearted but at the same time restrained, precisely phrased but not over studied, a fine and distinctive singer." Lane plays piano and is an accomplished songwriter. She has a love of Brazilian music and released her second album “Taste” described IN JAZZWISE as: “So laid back that to listen to it, you risk slipping a disc - delightful. Perfect for those balmy summer evenings - a genuinely heartfelt homage to the profound allure of bossa nova.”   In 2018 Lane released PASSARIM in Paris at the Sunset Club, followed by a support slot for Deodato at Ronnie Scott’s. Career highlights have included International Jazz festivals, regular slots at Pizza Express Jazz Club, and selling out the main room at Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club. Karen has been delighted to find herself singing in places she’d never imagined she would visit: including Sicily, Portofino, Nice, Monte Carlo, Evian, Berlin, Cape Town and Bucharest. In November 2018 she played a sold out show at The Elgar Room Royal Albert Hall as part of the London Jazz Festival.

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Genres:
Christmas, Jazz, Blues, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Swing, Bossa nova, Brazilian music, Motown, Modern jazz
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Event types:
Corporate event, Wedding, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
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Karen's Song list

ALMOST LIKE BEING IN LOVE
THE DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES - C
I ONLY HAVE EYES FOR YOU
THE LAMP IS LOW
SPEAK LOW
CHEGA DE SAUDADE
SUGAR
HOW INSESNITIVE
YOU’RE MY THRILL
MAS QUE NADA
SEPTEMBER IN RAIN
YOU NIGHT AND MUSIC
FAVELA
JUST ON OF THOSE THINGS
SO DANCE SAMBA
YOUR’RE GETTING TO BE A HABIT
MANHA De CARNVIVAL
WELL YOU NEEDN’T
SO NICE
LOVER COME BACK
ON A CLEAR DAY
IT’S ALRIGHT W ME – BFLAT
CALL ME
THE THRILL IS GONE
EAST of the SUN – C
MY FOOLISH HEART
I COULD WRITE A BOOK
THE SHADOW OF YOUR SMILE
THE TOUCH OF YOUR LIPS
I FALL IN LOVE TOO EASILY
I ONLY HAVE EYES
CHARADE
BUT NOT FOR ME
I REMEMBER YOU
MY ROMANCE
MY SHINING HOUR
THE SONG IS YOU
COME ON HOME
ANGEL EYES
CARAVAN
THE VERY THOUGHT OF YOU
SUGAR UN MY BOWL
A NIGHT IN TUNISIA
Don’t EXPLAIN
IN A SENTIMENTAL MOOD
WHAT A DIFFERENCE A DAY
WHAT IS THIS THING CALLED LOVE
THE MASQUERADE IS OVER
FEELIN GOOD
THERE IS NO GREATER LOVE
POINCIANA
NEVER LET ME GO
NATURE BOY
BUT BEAUTIFUL
SLOW HOT WIND
WEARY BLUES
BORN TO BE BLUE
DETOUR AHEAD
S’WONDERFUL
BESAME MUCHO
MIDNIGHT AT OASIS
THE MORE I SEE YOU
DANCE ME TO THE END OF LOVE
AGUA DE BEBER
SUPERSTITION
KNOCK ON WOOD
THINKIN OF YOU
I WISH
LATCH
SPOOKY
MY GUY
GRAPEVINE
WAITING IN VAIN
TRACKS OF MY TEARS
HOW SWEET IT IS
UNCHAIN MY HEART
DANCING IN THE STREET
YEAH YEAH
IS YOU IS OR IS YOU AIN'T MY BABY
Customer questions

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

“ No Problem. We always try our best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let us know.”

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

“Absolutely. We actually offer this service for free within the house we are booked for."

How much time do you need to set up?

Set up time 30 mins. As soon as our PA is set up we can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for our live performance!”

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

“Our set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests have an amazing time. However, we're 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?

“Yes, absolutely! I bring my own instruments and PA requirements."

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

“If a song isn't included in our song list there may still be a chance we already know it. If there is a special song you'd like us to learn we are happy to do this for you. There is a fee of £30 for this service to take into account rehearsal times etc. ”

What do your clients love most about your performances?

I love the interaction of a live band with the audience - we always get great feedback and people love the atmosphere we create. I don't perform with backing tracks for this reason - we are totally live and vibrant but are sensitive if background ambience is preferred - or if we or pack out a punchy groove for dancing.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Ronnie Scotts, Pizza Express, Royal Albert Hall

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Aretha Franklin, Astrud Gilberto,

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

Ronnie Scotts, Royal Albert Hall, Many corporate events for high end clients including: Daimler Chrysler, British Airways, Bloomberg, Saab, Toyota, Hewlett Packard, in many places such as Cannes, Monte Carlo, Nice, Evian, Bucharest, Cape Town and Berlin

Karen'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)£150
Up to 1 hour£200
Up to 2 hours£250
Up to 3 hours£300
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Karen's Reviews

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Linda C
5 years ago, for a Birthday party in Surrey
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5 out of 5

Karen and the band were fantastic adding a great stylish lounge vibe to set the scene for my husbands 60th. Later they got everyone up dancing - we couldn't have been more happy with their sound and professionalism

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Andrea B
5 years ago, for a Birthday party in Herne Hill
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5 out of 5

Karen and her band played for my daughters surprise 21st afternoon garden party in July 2018.Their Latin style Jazz helped set the scene and everyone loved the sensual sultry, laid back music they played. Karen's voice and presence is sublime yet vibrant and some of their set had everyone up dancing. The band were highly professional and I would highly recommend them for any party or corporate event.

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