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Mel Solo Showreel (Pop/Mixed)
Mel Solo Showreel (romantic/wedding)
All night long for De Beers! Honoured to bring a little soul to this event
About Mel
MOBO-Backed Vocalist - Pop, R&B/Soul, Reggae & Afro for Weddings & Events. A true entertainer, soulful, stylish, and guest captivating.
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Mel's Reviews
From Encore customers:
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Chuba E
16 days ago
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14 days ago
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Darryl G
1 month ago
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Funmi H
3 months ago
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2 months ago
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Olivia L
3 months ago
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2 months ago
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Lauren A
9 months ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in Curtain Rd
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11 months ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in Conduit St
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Mel's Song list
In Order of: Christmas, Pop, Rnb/Soul, Reggae/Afro, Jazz, Funk, Dance/Electronic, Latin, Country, Rock, 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Hip-Hop, Gospel
Christmas
8 Days of Christmas: Destiny's Child
Santa baby: Eartha Kitt
Have yourself a merry little Christmas: Ella Fitzgerald
The Christmas song: Nat King Cole
O Holy night
Rocking around the Christmas tree
Rudolph the red nose reindeer
Silent night
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
I wish it could be Christmas everyday
Last Christmas: Wham
Winter Wonderland
Jingle Bell Rock: Brenda Lee
Feliz Navidad
Mistletoe: Justin Bieber
Merry Christmas Everyone: Shakin Stevens
Santa Claus is coming to town
Jingle Bells
Pop
Abba: Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie
Adele: Set fire to rain
Ariana Grande 7 Rings
Beyonce: Crazy in love
Beyonce: Formation
Bruno Mars: Uptown Funk
Britney Spears: Baby one more time
Camila Cabello: Havana
Cher: Believe
Christina Perri: A thousand years
Des'ree: Kissing you
DJ Khaled & Rihanna: Wild Thoughts
Doja Cat: woman
Doja cat: Say so
Donna Summer: Last Dance
Dua Lipa: Don't start now
Dua Lipa: Levitating
Ed Sheeran: A-Team
Ed Sheeran: Thinking out loud
Ed Sheeran: Shape of u
Elvis Presley: Can't help falling in love
Estelle & Kanye West: American Boy
Jamelia: Superstar
Jeff Buckley: Hallelujah
Jessie J: Do it like a dude (acoustic rendition)
John Lennon: Imagine
Jorja Smith: Be honest
Jorja Smith: Little Things
Jorja Smith: On my mind
Justin Timberlake: Senorita
Kylie: Can't get you outta my head
Kings of Leon: Sex is on fire
Lizzo: About damn time
Lizzo: Juice
Madonna: Hung up
Madonna: Sorry
Michael Jackson: Billie Jean
Michael Jackson: Rock with you
Michael Jackson: You are not alone
Miley Cyrus: Flowers
Nelly Furtado: Maneater
One Republic & Timbaland: Apologise
Pharrell Williams: Happy
Raye: Escapism ft 070 Shake
Rihanna: Mandown
Rihanna: No love allowed
Rihanna: Please don’t stop the music
Rihanna: Te Amo
Rihanna: Umbrella (acoustic rendition)
Robbie Williams: Angels
Sabrina Carpenter: Espresso
Sam Smith: Unholy
Sam Sparro: Black and Gold
Shania Twain: From this moment
Shania Twain: Man! I feel like a woman
Shania Twain: You're still the one
Shakira: Hips don't lie
Sza: Kill Bill
The Beatles: Here come's the sun
The Beatles: Let it be
Tyla: Water
Whitney Houston: I wanna dance with somebody
R&B/Soul
702: Where my girls at
Aaliyah: At your best
Aaliyah: One in a Million
Aaliyah: Rock the boat
Amy Winehouse: Back to black
Amy Winehouse F **ck me pumps
Amy Winehouse: Love is a losing game
Amy Winehouse: You Know I'm no good
Amy Winehouse: You sent me flying
Amy Winehouse: Rehab
Amy Winehouse: Stronger than me
Amy Winehouse: Valerie
Ari Lennox: BMO
Ashanti: Foolish
Cassie: Long way to go
Candi Staton: Young hearts run free
CeCe Peniston: Finally
Chris Brown: With you
Bebe and Cece Winans: I found Love
Ben E King: Stand by me
Beyonce: Already
Beyonce: Hold up
Beyonce: Partition
Bill Withers: Aint no sunshine
Bill Withers: Just the two of us
Blu Cantrell: Hit em up style
Cameo: Candy
Chaka Khan: Aint nobody
Chic: Good Times
Corinne Bailey Rae: Put your records on
Destiny's Child: Bills, bills, bills
Des'ree: Kissing you
Earth, Wind & Fire: September
Estelle & Kanye West: American Boy
Etta James: At last
Erykah Badu: On and On
Faith Evans: Love this this
Gnarls Barkley: Crazy
Jhene Aiko ft Her: B.S.
John Legend: All of me
Jorja Smith: On your own
Justin Timberlake: Senorita
Lauryn Hill: Doo Wop (That Thing)
Lauryn Hill: Tell Him
Lionel Ritchie: All night long
Lionel Ritchie: Hello
Lumidee: Never leave you (Uh Ohh)
Louis Armstrong: What a wonderful world
Luther Vandross: Never too much (a thousand kisses from you)
Mario: Let me love you
Mary Mary: Shackles
Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell: Aint no mountain high enough
Marvin Gaye: I heard it through the grapevine
Monica: Angel of mine
Monica: For you I will
Muni Long: Made for me
Nina Simone/Michael Buble: Feeling good
Peggy Lee: Fever
Neyo: Miss independent
Neyo: So sick
Sevyn Streeter: Taboo
Snoh Aalegra: Do 4 Love
Snoh Aalegra: I want you around
Sister Sledge: We are family
Stevie Wonder: Signed, Sealed, Delivered
Stevie Wonder: Superstition
Summer Walker: Playing games
Summer Walker: Session 32
Summer Walker ft Ari Lennox: Unloyal
Sza: Broken Clocks
Tina Turner: Proud Mary
The Fugees: Killing me softly
TLC: Creep
TLC No Scrubs
TLC: Waterfalls
Usher: U got it bad
Whitney Houston: I wanna dance with somebody
Whitney Houston: Million dollar bill
Reggae/Afro
Ayra Starr: Bloody Samaritan
Ayra Starr Rush
Beres Hammond: I feel good
Beres Hammond: Pull it up
Beres Hammond: Rockaway
Bob Marley: 3 little birds
Bob Marley: Is this love
Bob Marley: One love
Bob Marley: Wait in Vain
Bob Marley: Redemption song
Burna Boy: For your hand
Dawn Perry: No, no, no
Gregory Issacs: Night nurse
Gyptian: Hold yuh
I Wayne: Can’t satisfy her
Jah Cure: Longing for
Koffee: Toast
Lumidee: Never leave you (Uh Ohh)
Peter Tosh: Johnny b goode
Rihanna: Mandown
Rihanna: Work
Serani: No games
Tanya Stephens: It's a pity
Tems: Free Mind
Tems: Higher
Tems: Love me jeje
Tems: Me and You
Tarrus Riley: She’s Royal
UB40: Red Red Wine
Wayne Wonder: No letting go
Wayne Wonder: The saddest day
Wizkid: Essence
Jazz
Amy Winehouse: Back to black
Amy Winehouse F **ck me pumps
Amy Winehouse: Love is a losing game
Amy Winehouse: You Know I'm no good
Amy Winehouse: You sent me flying
Amy Winehouse: Rehab
Amy Winehouse: Stronger than me
Amy Winehouse: Valerie
Billie Holiday: Blue Moon
Bill Withers: Just the two of us
Nina Simone/Michael Buble: Feeling good
Peggy Lee: Fever
Funk
Cameo: Candy
Chic: Good Times
Earth, Wind & Fire: September
Gnarls Barkley: Crazy
Dance/Electronic
CeCe Peniston: Finally
Crystal Waters: Gypsy Woman (La Da Dee)
Donna Summer: Last Dance
Dua Lipa: Don't start now
Dua Lipa: Levitating
Joel Corry & Mnek: Head & Heart
Latin:
Camila Cabello: Havana
Justin Timberlake: Senorita
Rihanna: Te Amo
Shakira: Hips don't lie
Country
Nancy Sinatra: These boots were made for walking
Shania Twain: From this moment
Shania Twain: Man! I feel like a woman
Shania Twain: You're still the one
Rock
Journey: Don’t stop believing
Queen: Don't stop me now
Tina Turner: Proud Mary
50's
Peggy Lee: Fever
60s
Ben E King: Stand by me
Etta James: At last
Elvis Presley: Can't help falling in love
Louis Armstrong: What a wonderful world
Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell: Aint no mountain high enough
Marvin Gaye: I heard it through the grapevine
Nancy Sinatra: These boots were made for walking
Nina Simone/Michael Buble: Feeling good
The Beatles: Here come's the sun
70's
Abba: Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie
Bill Withers: Aint no sunshine
Candi Staton: Young hearts run free
Chic: Good Times
Donna Summer - Last Dance
Earth, Wind & Fire: September
John Lennon: Imagine
Queen: Don't stop me now
Sister Sledge: We are family
Stevie Wonder: Superstition
Stevie Wonder: Signed, Sealed, Delivered
Tina Turner: Proud Mary
The Beatles: Let it be
80's
Chaka Khan: Aint nobody
Bill Medley & Jennifer Warned (Dirty Dancing): The time of my life
Bill Withers: Just the two of us
Journey: Don’t stop believing
Lionel Ritchie: All night long
Lionel Ritchie: Hello
Luther Vandross: Never too much (a thousand kisses from you)
Michael Jackson: Billie Jean
Michael Jackson: Rock with you
UB40: Red Red Wine
Whitney Houston: I wanna dance with somebody
90's
702: Where my girls at
Aaliyah: At your best
Aaliyah: One in a Million
CeCe Peniston: Finally
Crystal Waters: Gypsy Woman (La Da Dee)
Destiny's Child: Bills, bills, bills
Erykah Badu: On and On
Jeff Buckley: Hallelujah
Britney Spears: Baby one more time
Cher: Believe
Des'ree: Kissing you
Lauryn Hill: Doo Wop (That Thing)
Lauryn Hill: Tell Him
Michael Jackson: You are not alone
Monica: Angel of mine
Monica: For you I will
Robbie Williams: Angels
The Fugees: Killing me softly
TLC: No Scrubs
TLC: Waterfalls
Hip/Hop
Dave x Burna boy: Location
Drake: Controlla
Drake x Future: Life is Good
Estelle & Kanye West: American Boy
Lauryn Hill: Doo Wop (That thing)
The Fugees: Killing me softly
Nsg: Lupita
Mooski: Trackstar
Gospel
Mary Mary: Shackles
Hillsong: Awake my soul
Maverick City: Promises
Mel's Prices
Last updated: 2025
Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.
Standard Prices
| Duration | Price | |
| Short performance (up to 15 min) | £200 | |
| Up to 1 hour | £285 | |
| Up to 2 hours | £390 | |
| Up to 3 hours | £500 |
Packages
🍷 Restaurant & Lounge Residency Package (Solo)2 hours
Ideal for restaurants, bars, and lounges looking for regular live music. A soulful, versatile setlist that enhances the atmosphere and keeps guests coming back.
Includes:
X2 45 min Sets
Flexible repertoire spanning Pop, R&B, Soul, Reggae and more
💡 Residency rate only available for venues booking multiple dates
Only applicable for London. Please directly enquire if your restaurant/lounge is outside of London.
£250
💍 Engagement Proposal / Intimate Moments Package (Solo)1 hour
Make the moment unforgettable with live music as you pop the question. This includes:
A personalised song for the proposal itself (I’ll learn a special request if it’s not already in my repertoire).
Live music before/after, to set the scene and make the moment magical.
Discreet coordination to keep the surprise seamless.
£350
💍 Wedding Ceremony (solo)1 hour
Includes:
Music as guests arrive up to 20 mins
Aisle entrance song (if you don't see your song on the repertoire I will learn a song of your choice as part of this package)
Music during the signing of the register
Exit song as you walk out as husband and wife and as guests leave
£395
🎄 Christmas Party Package (Solo)2 hours
Bring festive cheer to your celebration with live music that gets everyone in the Christmas spirit. Perfect for corporate parties, private dinners, or seasonal events.
Includes:
2 × 45 min sets
Background music between sets
Happy to tailor the vibe. Whether you want cosy background sets or upbeat party energy.
£495
💍 Wedding Drinks Reception or Wedding Breakfast (solo)2 hours
Two live performances (up to 45 mins each) during your drinks reception or wedding breakfast, creating the perfect backdrop for mingling and celebrations.
£495
💎 Full Day - Wedding Ceremony & Drinks Reception (Solo)6 hours
A full day package covering both the ceremony and reception, with the option to include your first dance. As every couple’s day looks a little different, this package is tailored to you. Please enquire
£865
🎸 Mel Duo Package (Vocal + Keys or Guitar)2 hours
The perfect balance of elegance and energy. Soulful live vocals with the richness of live keys or the rhythm of guitar, an elevated sound for weddings, private events, and intimate celebrations.
Includes:
2 × 45 min live sets
Background playlist between sets
Bespoke repertoire spanning Pop, R&B, Soul, Reggae and more
One special song request included
£1000
Add-ons
3 new songs
+£65
Customer questions
What do your clients love most about your performances?
Clients enjoy the energy I bring with my performances when performing upbeat songs, and the emotive value I add to slower songs. As well as delivering vocally, clients are always impressed by my personality and ability to interact with the crowd, keep them engaged, and get them moving.
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
-Quaglino's
-The Peninsula hotel
-Park Chinois
-Sketch
-The Samsung KX
-Sofar Sounds
-The Winchester House Club
-Mayfair Hotel
-The Ritzy
-The Hoxton
-Grand Sapphire Hotel
-Camden Assembly
-Lost in Brixton
-The Hacha Bar
-Mrs Riot Cocktail bar
-The Tiki Bar
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
Artists that have influenced me both vocally and via their performances include Beyonce, Whitney Houston, Aaliyah, Rihanna, and Amy Winehouse. My passion for music has allowed me to study and attend some of their shows. Their ability to leave their audiences engaged, in awe, and captivated is what I always strive to do as a vocalist and performer.
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
-Cloud X Festival - A festival dedicated to UK Rnb and Soul to thousands of festival goers, this was in collaboration with the Mobo's.
The Pioneers Club St Albans - Opening up for Ayo Beatz to a sold out show
The Samsung KX in collaboration with Bacardi as part of an activation launch. I sang to an audience of over 250 people!
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
That’s fine, I understand that timings may change slightly. If this is the case in the run up to the event please let me know.
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
Yes, I can provide a DJ service after my set is complimented via my PA. For this complimentary service, I charge an additional £50. For music in-between my sets (during my breaks) I will provide this for free.
How much time do you need to set up?
Before performing I set up my PA and do a soundcheck to get the levels right. This usually takes between 20-45 mins
Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?
Yes, you’re more than welcome to choose the pieces I sing from the setlist. My priority is to ensure that the client and the guests are happy and entertained. Picking the right songs to create that environment is the first step.
Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?
Yes, I bring all the equipment needed for my performance. My PA will typically cater to 80-100 people depending on room/ outdoor size. If your event caters to more people please enquire.
Can you learn specific pieces before the event?
Possibly if I have the capacity; I am open to learning material on request - Additional fees may apply depending on the track/tracks and time required to learn it.
Musicianship
Genres:
R&B, Pop, Covers, Soul, Top 40, Karaoke, Hip Hop, Ambient pop, Christmas, 1990s era music, Afrobeat, Caribbean music, Reggae, Originals, 1980s era music, 1970s era music, 1960s era music, Easy listening, Light music, Motown, Disco, Acoustic
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Event types:
Birthday party, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Charity event, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Corporate event, Concert, Recording session
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Other skills:
Songwriter, Perfect pitch, Dancer
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