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Marco Abbatecola

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very experienced musician, writer and composer at Soul Funk Secret. Bassist session player and band leader of Soul Funk Secret.
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Soul Funk Secret is one of the UK entertainment industry’s top funk and soul bands. This band has been playing together for nearly a decade. Featuring top Soul Divas like Sulene Fleming Janine Johnson and Vita Ventura on lead vocals, this band combines an energetic stage presence with an irresistible vintage sound. The only funk soul band you should be considering for your event, the session musicians in this group have worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry, not to mention performing for leading corporate clients and VIP guests. A tireless party band with guaranteed fun factor, Soul Funk Secret will get your guests shaking their stuff on the dance floor like there is no tomorrow. A soulful party band with a versatile lineup of between 5 and 8 talented session musicians, the performers in this ensemble are some of the industry’s leading musical talents. Providing vibrant covers or their own critically acclaimed original tracks to get your guests into the celebratory mood, our event band performs a diverse repertoire of nu-soul, rock, funk, disco, latin and jazz music. Able to adapt their setlist to suit your specifications. Having collaborated with some of the biggest artists in the music industry like Beyonce, George Michael and Tom Jones, as well as providing musical accompaniment to contestants on Britain’s Got Talent and The X Factor, there is doubting the calibre of this lively cover band. Regularly working with prestigious clients such as The BBC, Galliano and Sony, our top musicians never fail to create an uplifted atmosphere when they perform To see or listen the band in action just visit the major digital distributors where you can also listen and view some of our latest original work "City Life" EP released in 2015, the single Bright Sunshine reached no 3 in the UK Soul Chart radio in 2015/17

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Andrew D
8 years ago, for a Wedding in Cowdray House
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Soul Funk Secret played our wedding on Saturday 18th November and were without doubt one of the highlights of the day! I have had so many people comment on how great the band were; Amy & I couldn't be happier. Brilliant music and energy throughout the night - We would 100% recommend! Thank you Marco & the whole band! Andrew & Amy Darby

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7 December 2016

Professional, on the ball and genuine.

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Marco's Song list

Ain’t NobodyChaka Khan
Ain’t no stopping us nowMcfadden & Whitehead American boyEstelle
Beat itMichael Jackson
Billy JeanMichael Jackson
Blame it on the boogieJackson Five
Blame it on the boogieMichael Jackson
Boogie on the reggae womanSteve Wonder Boogie Oogie OogieTaste of Honey
Boogie WonderlandEarth Wind & Fire
Can you feel itJackson five
Can’t hide loveEarth Wind & Fire
Car washRose Royce
CelebrationKool and the Gang
Crazy in LoveBeyonce
Dancing in the streetsMartha Reeves and the Vandals Deja vuBeyonce
Don’t stop me nowQueen
Dream come trueBrand New Heavies
Everybody needs somebodyBlues Brothers
Fly me to the MoonFrank Sinatra
GeorgiaRay Charles
Get offa that thingJames Brown
Get readyTemptations
Go to be RealCheryl Lynn
Hard to handleBlack Crowes
Heard it through the grape vineMarvin Gaye
Hot StuffDonna Summer
How sweet it is to be loved by youJames Taylor
I am so exitedPointer Sisters
I feel goodJames Brown
I just called to say I love youStevie Wonder
I wishSteve Wonder
It had to be youFrank Sinatra
Just the two of usBill Withers
Knock on woodEddie Floyd
LadyModjo
Le freakChic
Let’s stay togetherAl Green
Lovely dayBill Withers
Moon danceVan Morrison
Move on upCurtis Mayfield
My girlTemptations
Natural WomanAretha Franklin
New York, New YorkFrank Sinatra
Off the wallMichael Jackson
Oye como vaSantana
People get readyEva Cassidy
Place your handsReef
Preacher’s manDusty Springfield RespectAretha Franklin
Rock steadyAretha Franklin
Rock with youMichael Jackson SeptemberEarth Wind & Fire
Sex MachineJames Brown
Signed, Sealed, DeliveredStevie Wonder Sing it backRoisen Murphy
Sir DukeSteve Wonder
Sitting on the dock of the bayOtis Redding SmoothSantana
Somebody else’s GuyJocelyn Brown
Soul ManBlues Brothers
Super Duper loveJoss Stone SuperstitionStevie Wonder
ValerieAmy Winehouse
We are familySistersSledge
You got the loveCandi Staton
You’re the sunshine of my lifeStevie Wonde
All I am J.Glynn

Marco's Prices

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

Packages
7 piece band
An extra 2 instruments ( saxophone and trumpet)
£2000
Customer questions

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

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. This is a really popular request and we actually offer this service for free. If you'd like a DJ service via our PA after the final set until the venue closes, we provide this for an additional £100.”

How much time do you need to set up?

We usually set up about 1 to 1.5 hours before the performance time. 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 dance and 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 instrument to play acoustically.”

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.

What do your clients love most about your performances?

We are proud to have one of the best line up from the London Circuit. In Fact our musicians are well seasoned and all have many years of experience. Soul Funk Secret also produced some beautiful original tunes that can be found on the major digital distributors. We do take pride of our shows and never fail to entertain at a high level.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Ronnie Scotts, Jazz Cafe', The Blues Kitchen, Pizza Express Soho London and Birmingham, Club 49 Soho, Zebranos, Brighton Pride, Bun & Bar, Jam in the Jar, Saint Lucia Jazz Festival 2010, The Three Monkeys Israel, Austria Jazz Fest, The 7 Seas Limassol Cyprus, The 4 Season Hotel Paphos. Major Hotels in London including The Sheraton, Hilton and Dorchester.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Roy Ayers, Chaka Khan, The Average White Band, James Brown, Steve Wonder, The Doobie Brothers, Prince, Earth Wind & Fire, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Queen, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, Steve Ray Vaughan,

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

Supporting Incognito at the Concorde 2 in Brighton and Supporting The Average White Band at the Komedia Brighton, Playing for Tony Coleman ( BB KIng's Drummer), Nona Hendrix and Martha HIgh ( J.Brown backing vocalist)
Musicianship
Genres:
Funk, Funk rock, Motown, Soul, Top 40, Disco, Covers, Pop
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Event types:
Wedding, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Arranger, Producer, Composer, Songwriter, Instrumental teaching, Music therapy, Community music worker
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