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About Lepani

Soulful acoustic sets blending pop, R&B, country and classics — adaptable for everything from laid-back venues to lively crowds.
Singing guitarist
Manchester

Fijian-born, New Zealand-raised and now based in Manchester, Lepani is an artist and performer known for soulful vocals, genre-spanning acoustic sets and an adaptable live style suited to a wide range of events and venues. Performing with just his guitar and voice, he moves naturally between relaxed background ambience and more upbeat, crowd-engaging sets, drawing from pop, R&B, country and acoustic classics from across the decades. His international background brings a broader musical perspective that sets his performances apart, with audiences often appreciating the variety and flow of his setlists. Around the UK, Lepani has performed at venues including the Trof, Brewdog Doghouse, Ape & Apple and Eagle Inn in Manchester, and Indigo at The O2 in London. He also has extensive experience performing at weddings and birthday celebrations, understanding how to tailor the mood and energy of a set to suit each occasion. Alongside private events, he has performed at a variety of settings including cafes, pubs, showcases, venues and festivals, adapting comfortably between intimate acoustic settings and more lively crowd-focused environments. Available for sets of up to three hours, Lepani offers flexible, customised setlists ranging from laid-back acoustic covers to upbeat singalongs. Fully self-contained with professional PA equipment, he provides a straightforward and reliable setup for venues and events of all sizes. In his artist career, highlights have included touring with Stan Walker across nine cities in New Zealand, and performing at festivals including Pacific Roots Festival (2025), LIVE24 in Fiji and Jim Beam Homegrown in Wellington in 2021, reflecting his versatility across a range of stages and audiences. Warm, flexible and easy to work with, Lepani brings a distinctive global flavour to live music settings across the UK.

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Lepani's Reviews

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Tyla F
1 year ago, for a Wedding in Racecourse
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5 out of 5

Lepani and his band played a 3 hour set for our wedding in October 2024 and they helped create the best night of dancing which was just what we wanted. Lepani also came to our venue with us and met with the co-ordinator to ensure they had everything for them. This was one less job we had to do so greatly appreciated. We had a wide mix of guests and they catered for every music genre there, country, pop, r&b, rock, old school, everything. He even played his own music which we loved. They were very friendly and professional and couldn't recommend them enough. Our dance floor was packed the whole time and we had comments from guests that it was like a concert. A night we will never forget. Thanks Lepani and the band xx

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Rohan J
5 years ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in 35 Cook Street
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5 out of 5

Lepani is a highly talented and professional performer with a strong background in live music in New Zealand. During his time in Auckland, he built a solid reputation as an engaging pop artist, regularly performing at bars and venues with a mix of well-known pop hits and his own original material. His sets are known for their seamless flow, incorporating back-to-back songs and creative mashups that keep audiences captivated throughout the performance. Lepani has an impressive musical IQ and a strong vocal range, making his solo performances dynamic and versatile. He’s equally comfortable working with a full band, showing great adaptability and collaboration. Notably, he headlined a ticketed concert at Rombus Café & Bar that attracted over 140 attendees—a clear testament to his ability to draw a crowd based on the strength of his personal brand. What sets Lepani apart is not only his musical talent but also his professionalism and understanding of live production. He independently managed the sound and lighting for his concert, showcasing his technical knowledge and attention to detail. His stage presence, energy, and ability to build a set, from laid-back intros to groovy singalongs and high-energy dance finales to ensure a memorable experience for any audience. Lepani is a driven and passionate performer with the skillset and charisma to succeed in any live music environment. He would be a great addition to any lineup, and I have no doubt he’ll continue to thrive as he pursues music full-time in the UK.

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Lepani's Song list

I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) - The Proclaimers
Tie a Yellow Ribbon - Bill Withers (feat. Tony Orlando)
Leaving on a Jet Plane - John Denver
Wagon Wheel - Darius Rucker
Life Is A Highway - Rascal Flatts
September - Earth, Wind and Fire
Can’t Help Falling in Love - Elvis Presley
How Deep is Your Love - Bee Gees
You’re Still the One - Shania Twain
Stand by Me - Ben E. King
Stuck on You - Lionel Richie
Easy - Commodores
My Girl - The Temptations
Tequila Sunrise - Eagles
Take Me Home, Country Roads - John Denver
Tennessee Whiskey - Chris Stapleton
Break Free - Queen
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac
Dancing Queen - ABBA
Jailhouse Rock - Elvis Presley
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
A Thousand Miles - Vanessa Carlton
Best Part - Daniel Caesar
Just The Two Of Us - Bill Withers and Grover Washington, Jr
No Woman No Cry - Bob Marley and the Wailers
Fly Me To The Moon- Frank Sinatra & Count Basie
L.O.V.E - Nat King Cole
Use Somebody - Kings of Leon
Wonderwall - Oasis
Mr Brightside - The Killers
Sunflower - Post Malone
Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
I Don’t Care - Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber
I Want it that Way - Backstreet Boys
Cheerleader - OMI
Forever - Chris Brown
All Star - Smash Mouth
Wake Me Up - Avicii
Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Lepani's Prices

Last updated: 2026

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

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£75
Up to 1 hour£150
Up to 2 hours£200
Up to 3 hours£250
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Engagement, friendliness, and songs that are digestible and easy to sing along to

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Manchester: Brewdog DogHouse the Trof Ape & Apple

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Jon Bellion, The Eagles, Pink Floyd

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

I've performed at one of New Zealands biggest festivals- the Jim Beam Homegrown Festival, and for a national rugby tournament performing covers in the 'members lounge'.

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

If enough time is given before the event eg. I'm notified at least a month before the change date, I'm generally quite flexible.

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

I'm definitely able provide music in between my sets, a call can be arranged to flesh out the details, or if you wish to send a list of songs to play between sets that works perfectly fine too!

How much time do you need to set up?

I would need to be at the venue and begin setting up at minimum 1.5 Hours before my performance to set up and soundcheck. Setup would generally take 30-45min, and soundcheck 15-20min, which would then leave enough space between that and the performance.

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

I am open to requests and playing special songs to you or any guests, but they would need to be sent over shortly after the booking to give time to learn the song (if I don't already know it. The set itself is already curated based on my past gigs, but I am always happy to send the setlist over to you, so you can choose songs to take out, or to add!

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, I bring everything I need!

Can you learn song requests before the event?

I am always willing to learn new songs if it's sent over to me with enough time to learn. No extra charge, but generally 3 new songs is my limit (depending of course on the difficulty of the song)
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Acoustic, Soul, R&B, Covers, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, Country, Easy listening, Light music
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Event types:
Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Funeral / Memorial service
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Other skills:
Arranger, Producer, Songwriter, Composer, Sound technician, Lyricist
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