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Motown Luxe

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Get ready to groove and move with Motown Luxe, London's most luxurious Motown and R&B wedding and party outfit!đŸ’ƒđŸŒ
Soul & Motown band
London
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Introducing our electrifying 8-piece band, Motown Luxe, specialising in Motown and R&B that's sure to get the party started! With two lead vocalists leading the charge, supported by a dynamic lineup of bass, guitar, keys, drums, saxophone, and trumpet, our band is ready to bring the house down with a repertoire that includes iconic hits like ‘Think’, ‘Higher Ground’, and ‘Papa Was a Rollin' Stone’. From classic tunes like ‘Say A Little Prayer’ to infectious dance-floor fillers like ‘Super Freak’, ‘September’, and ‘Everybody Dance’, our setlist promises non-stop entertainment and good vibes all night long. So get ready to sing, dance, and groove to the best that Motown, and its neighbouring genres have to offer with our dazzling, fun, and professional band! Motown Luxe can also deliver their stellar performance in a 6-piece lineup with 2 x lead vocals, guitar, bass, drums, and keys. Motown Luxe is fronted by Rachel and Reniece to unite as the dynamic vocals of the stage. Rachel, a seasoned vocalist, boasts a rich repertoire of performances across various platforms, from theaters to cruise ships, captivating audiences with her versatile voice and magnetic stage presence. With notable roles in acclaimed productions like ‘The Magic of Motown’ and ‘The Diana Ross Story’, Rachel's talent shines through, effortlessly embodying iconic female leads. Her cruise ship experiences have further honed her craft, while her engagements in function gigs and charity events underscore her commitment to entertaining diverse audiences with her bubbly persona and vibrant performances. Reniece, with over a decade of experience in the live music industry, complements Rachel's prowess with her own illustrious career. From captivating performances also with ‘The Magic of Motown’ to sharing the stage with music legends like Justin Timberlake and Gwen Dickey, Reniece's journey reflects a dedication to excellence in vocal artistry. Her international endeavors on cruise ships and collaborations with renowned choirs like the London Community Gospel Choir underline her versatility and skill. Reniece's engagements with function bands nationwide further showcase her ability to captivate audiences with her soulful voice and dynamic performances. Together, Rachel and Reniece create an electrifying musical experience that resonates with audiences worldwide. Rachel, Reniece, and their ensemble of skilled musicians create a harmonious blend of soulful melodies and rhythmic beats that leave audiences in awe. Martyn lays down the grooves with his bass guitar expertise, backed by years of experience across various musical genres. Rax brings his skills on guitar, infusing each performance with his expert style. Kevin’s mastery of the keys adds depth and richness to the sound, cultivated through years of collaboration with gospel groups and top artists. David holds the rhythm steady with his drumming finesse, boasting over two decades of experience across multiple musical styles. The brass section, led by Eve on saxophone and Colin on trumpet, adds a vibrant flair to the ensemble's sound, elevating every performance to new heights. Together, this talented lineup delivers unforgettable performances that resonate with audiences of all ages and tastes. Motown Luxe welcomes you to tailor the setlist for your big day. For a standard 2x60mins or 3x40mins performance you can suggest up to 32 songs from the band’s song repertoire, and the band will endeavour to accommodate all of your requests, given a month’s notice. For short notice bookings, you are still very welcome to send over your suggestions, and as always, the band will do their utmost to accommodate as many requests as possible. Motown Luxe is also very happy to learn an ‘off the menu’ song request for you, for example, a first dance or your favourite song. Upon booking, you will have a dedicated band manager as your point of contact to ensure the band is 100% on the same page as you well in advance of your event. Having this point of contact means you can count on excellent, fast, friendly, and warm communication at all times. It also means that come the big day every single crease will be ironed out and it will mean smooth sailing for both client and band alike. All in all, Motown Luxe’s band members are a very friendly and flexible bunch and take great pride in providing excellent musicianship and creating a really fun atmosphere wherever they go. The band has a big long list of songs spanning different genres and decades for you to pick from and can play complimentary playlist music (which you are welcome to tailor) before, in-between, and after live sets until curfew. The band can be on-site for up to 7 hours, or until midnight as standard. They are happy to accommodate early arrivals before 5pm and late stays after midnight if needed too. The band is also able to provide a band member DJ-ing should you wish to have a live DJ before, between, or after band sets. The band brings a full PA and lighting rig with them wherever they go, so all you need to do is book the band and you can tick the entertainment off your to-do list in one fell swoop because Motown Luxe will have you covered. If you've any questions about the band and what they offer please don't hesitate, we’ll be more than happy to help.

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Viola S
3 months ago, for a Wedding in Surrey
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Thank you so much to Motown Luxe for playing at our wedding, they topped off an amazing and very special day. Rachel and Reniece were awesome from the moment we saw them! Everything was brilliant, from the songs, the voices, the band and we loved the saxophone! They created an atmosphere that brought everyone to the dance floor, from all generations, everyone was smiling and having such a great time. After the band finished their last song, everyone began singing Mr Brightside and the band just picked it up and joined in, such an awesome moment! Thank you for everything, we would definitely book them again or go see them play.

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Stefan B
11 months ago, for a Wedding in Airport Way
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5 out of 5

Thank you for playing at our wedding, you guys were great and everyone loved you! I'm thinking of the next excuse to have a party and book you guys!

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Motown Luxe's Song list

MOTOWN & SOUL
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough - Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan
As - Stevie Wonder
At Last - Etta James
Baby Love - The Supremes
Be My Baby - The Ronnettes
Best Of My Love - The Emotions
Can You Feel It - The Jackson 5
Can't Hurry Love - The Supremes
Car Wash - Rose Royce
Chain Of Fools - Aretha Franklin
Chain Reaction - Diana Ross
Dancing In The Street - Martha and The Vandellas
Disco Inferno - The Trammps
For Once In My Life - Stevie Wonder
Georgia On My Mind - Ray Charles
Get Ready - The Temptations
Happy Birthday - Stevie Wonder
Heatwave - Martha and The Vandellas
Higher and Higher - Jackie Wilson
Higher Ground - Stevie Wonder
Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles
How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You - Marvin Gaye
I Feel For You - Chaka Khan
I Heard It Through The Grapevine - Marvin Gaye
I Just Wanna Make Love To You - Etta James
I Say A Little Prayer - Aretha Franklin
I’m Every Woman - Chaka Khan
Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
It Takes Two - Marvin Gaye
Jimmy Mack - Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
Jump - The Pointer Sisters
Killing Me Softly - Roberta Flack
Kissing You - Des'ree
Lean On Me - Bill Withers
Let's Get It On - Marvin Gaye
Let's Stay Together - Al Green
Lost In Music - Sister Sledge
Love Train - The O'Jays
Mustang Sally - The Commitments
Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett
My Girl - The Temptations
My Guy - Mary Wells
Natural Woman - Aretha Franklin
Needle In A Haystack - The Velvelettes
Never Too Much - Luther Vandross
Nowhere To Run - Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
Nut Bush City Limits - Tina Turner
Papa Was A Rolling Stone - The Temptations
Please Mr Postman - The Marvelettes
Reach Out, I'll Be There - Four Tops
Rescue Me - Fontella Bass
Respect - Aretha Franklin
River Deep - Tina Turner
Shackles (Praise You) - Mary Mary
Signed Sealed And Delivered (I'm Yours) - Stevie Wonder
Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder
Somebody Else's Guy - Jocelyn Brown
Son Of A Preacher Man - Dusty Springfield
Stand By Me - Ben E King
Stand By Me - Bill Withers
Stop! In The Name Of Love - The Supremes
Stronger Than Me - Amy Winehouse
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Sweet Thing - Chaka Khan
Thinking Of You - Sister Sledge
Think - Aretha Franklin
Uptight (Everything’s Alright) - Stevie Wonder
Upside Down - Diana Ross
We Are Family - Sister Sledge
What Have You Done For Me Lately - Janet Jackson
What's Going On - Marvin Gaye
Where Did Our Love Go? - The Supremes
You Can’t Hurry Love - The Supremes
You Keep Me Hanging On - The Supremes
You Send Me - Aretha Franklin
You're All I Need To Get By - Marvin Gaye
Your Love Keeps Lifting Me - Jackie Wilson
(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman - Aretha Franklin
(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher And Higher - Jackie Wilson
RNB
1 Thing - Amarie
Back to Black - Amy Winehouse
Bills Bills Bills - Destiny's Child
Bootylicious - Destiny's Child
Can't Take My Eyes Off You - Lauryn Hill
Crazy In Love / Crazy (Live Version) - Beyoncé
Cry Me A River - Justin Timberlake
Deja Vu - Beyonce ft Jay Z
End Of Time - Beyonce
Fallin' - Alicia Keys
He Wasn't Man Enough - Toni Braxton
How Will I Know - Whitney Houston
I Have Nothing - Whitney Houston
I Will Always Love You (The Bodyguard) - Whitney Houston
Ignition - R Kelly
Independent Woman - Destiny's Child
Lose My Breath - Destiny's Child
Love On Top - Beyonce
My Love Is Your Love - Whitney Houston
No Diggity - Blackstreet feat. Dr. Dre & Queen Pen
No One - Alicia Keys
No Scrubs - TLC
Pony - Ginuwine
Rehab - Amy Winehouse
Rolling In The Deep - Adele
Say My Name - Destiny's Child
Saving All My Love for You - Whitney Houston
Sexyback - Justin Timberlake
SOS - Rihanna
Survivor - Destiny's Child
That's What I Like - Bruno Mars
The Boy Is Mine - Brandy & Monica
To Zion - Lauryn Hill
Umbrella - Rihanna
Un-Break My Heart - Toni Braxton
Waterfalls - TLC
What's My Name - Rihanna
When You Believe - Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey
You Da One - Rihanna
DANCE/ELECTRONIC
Be The One - Dua Lipa
Dance Dance Dance - Chic
Groovejet (If This Ain't Love) - Spiller feat. Sophie Ellis Bextor
Hot Stuff - Donna Summer
I'm Outta Love - Anastacia
I'm So Excited (Long version) - The Pointer Sisters
Just Got Paid - Ella Eyre
Only Girl (In The World) - Rihanna
Please Don't Stop The Music - Rihanna
Rather Be - Clean Bandit ft Jess Glynn
Rude Boy - Rihanna
Run The World - Beyonce
This Is What You Came For - Calvin Harris feat. Rihanna
Toxic - Britney Spears
We Found Love - Rihanna
DISCO/FUNK
A Night To Remember - Shalamar
Ain’t No Stopping Us Now - McFadden & Whitehead
Candy - Cameo
Celebration - Kool And The Gang
Don't Stop 'Till You Get Enough - Michael Jackson
Everybody Dance - Chic
Finesse - Bruno Mars
Get Down on It - Kool And The Gang
Good Times - Chic
I Got You (I Feel Good) - James Brown
I Want Your Love - Chic
I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor
I'm Coming Out - Diana Ross
Last Night A DJ Saved My Life - Indeep
Lady Marmalade - Patti LaBelle
Le Freak - Chic
On the Radio - Donna Summer
Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
September - Earth, Wind & Fire
Word Up! - Cameo
HIPHIP
American Boy - Estelle
Crazy In Love - Beyoncé
Doo Wop (That Thing) - Lauryn Hill
Empire State Of Mind - Alicia Keys
Ex-Factor - Lauryn Hill
Hey Ya - OutKast
If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys
Rock Your Body - Justin Timberlake
RETRO POP
All Night Long - Lionel Richie
Beat It - Michael Jackson
Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
Blame It On The Boogie - The Jacksons
Easy - Lionel Richie
Finally - Cece Peniston
I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me) - Whitney Houston
Kiss - Prince
P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) - Michael Jackson
Rock With You - Michael Jackson
POP
24K Magic - Bruno Mars
4, 5 Seconds - Rihanna
A-Team - Ed Sheeran
All About That Bass - Meghan Trainor
All Night Long - Lionel Richie
All Of Me - John Legend
Apologise - One Republic
Bang Bang - Jessie J ft Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj
Beat It - Michael Jackson
Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
Black Magic - Little Mix
Blame It On The Boogie - The Jacksons
Came Here For Love - Sigala ft Ella Eyre
Can't Stop The Feeling - Justin Timberlake
Cheap Thrills - Sia
Cold Shoulder - Adele
Counting Stars - One Republic
Crazy - Gnarls Barkley
Crazy In Love - Beyoncé
Diamonds - Rihanna
Do It Like A Dude - Jessie J
Don't Stop Believing - Journey
Don't Stop Movin' - S Club 7
Don't Stop The Music - Rihanna
Doo Wop (That Thing) - Lauryn Hill
Easy - Lionel Richie
Empire State Of Mind - Alicia Keys
Everybody (Backstreet's Back) - Backstreet Boys
Everybody Dance - Chic
Ex-Factor - Lauryn Hill
Finally - Cece Peniston
Firework - Katy Perry
Finesse - Bruno Mars
Forget You - Cee Lo Green
Get Down on It - Kool And The Gang
Get Lucky - Daft Punk Ft. Pharrell Williams
Get The Party Started - P!nk
Gotta Get Through This - Daniel Beddingfield
Grenade - Bruno Mars
Groovejet (If This Ain't Love) - Spiller feat. Sophie Ellis Bextor
Halo - Beyonce
Happy - Pharell Williams
Havana (No Rap Version) - Camila Cabello
Hey Ya - OutKast
Hero - Mariah Carey
Hot Stuff - Donna Summer
I Got You (I Feel Good) - James Brown
I Have Nothing - Whitney Houston
I Say A Little Prayer - Dionne Warwick
I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me) - Whitney Houston
I Want You Back - Jackson 5
I Want Your Love - Chic
I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor
I Will Always Love You (The Bodyguard) - Whitney Houston
If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys
I'm Coming Out - Diana Ross
I'm Every Woman - Whitney Houston
I'm Outta Love - Anastacia
I'm So Excited (Long version) - The Pointer Sisters
Ironic - Alanis Morisette
It's Raining Men - The Weather Girls
Jumpin' - Destiny's Child
Just Got Paid - Ella Eyre
Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars
Kiss - Prince
Lady Marmalade - Patti LaBelle
Last Night A DJ Saved My Life - Indeep
Lazy Song - Bruno Mars
Le Freak - Chic
Let It Go - Frozen
Livin La Vida Loca - Ricky Martin
Locked Out Of Heaven - Bruno Mars
Lose My Breath - Destiny's Child
Love On Top - Beyonce
Love Yourself - Justin Bieber
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
Mama Mia - ABBA
Man In The Mirror - Michael Jackson
Man! I Feel Like A Woman! - Shania Twain
Maria Maria - Santana
Mercy - Duffy
Moves Like Jagger - Maroon 5
Mysterious Girl - Peter Andre
Never Can Say Goodbye - Jackson 5
Next To Me - Emeli Sande
No Diggity - Blackstreet feat. Dr. Dre & Queen Pen
No One - Alicia Keys
No Scrubs - TLC
On the Radio - Donna Summer
Only Girl (In The World) - Rihanna
Ordinary People - John Legend
Over The Rainbow - Eva Cassidy
P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) - Michael Jackson
Perfect - Ed Sheeran
Photograph - Ed Sheeran
Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
Please Don't Stop The Music - Rihanna
Power - Little Mix
Price Tag - Jessie J
Put Your Records On - Corine Bailey Ray
Rather Be - Clean Bandit ft Jess Glynn
Reach - S Club 7
Rehab - Amy Winehouse
Rock With You - Michael Jackson
Rock Your Body - Justin Timberlake
Rolling In The Deep - Adele
Roar - Katy Perry
Rule The World - Take That
Run The World - Beyonce
Sax - Fleur East
Saving All My Love for You - Whitney Houston
Say My Name - Destiny's Child
September - Earth, Wind & Fire
Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground) - The Jackson 5
Shape Of You - Ed Sheeran
Single Ladies - Beyoncé
Someone Like You - Adele
Sorry - Justin Bieber
SOS - Rihanna
Spinning Around - Kylie Minogue
Stop - The Spice Girls
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Survivor - Destiny's Child
That's What I Like - Bruno Mars
The Boy Is Mine - Brandy & Monica
The Way You Make Me Feel - Michael Jackson
Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran
This Is What You Came For - Calvin Harris feat. Rihanna
This Love - Maroon 5
Thriller - Michael Jackson
To Zion - Lauryn Hill
Torn - Natalie Imbruglia
Treasure - Bruno Mars
Toxic - Britney Spears
Umbrella - Rihanna
Un-Break My Heart - Toni Braxton
Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft Bruno Mars
Valerie - Mark Ronson ft Amy Winehouse
Wannabe - Spice Girls
Waterfalls - TLC
We Found Love - Rihanna
When We Were Young - Adele
What's My Name - Rihanna
Work - Rihanna
Work It Out - Beyonce
Word Up! - Cameo
Young Hearts Run Free - Candi Staton
You Da One - Rihanna
You Know I'm No Good - Amy Winehouse
You've Got The Love - Florence & The Machine
ROCK
(Simply) The Best - Tina Turner
Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen
Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley
Come Together - The Beatles
I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You - Elvis Presley
Proud Mary - Tina Turner
Queen Of The Night - Whitney Houston
Sex On Fire - Kings Of Leon
Somebody To Love - Queen
Sweet Child O Mine - Guns N Roses
Use Somebody - Kings Of Leon
Wonderwall - Oasis
You Give Me Something - James Morrison
JAZZ
Feeling Good - Nina Simone
Fever - Peggy Lee
Fly Me To The Moon (Uptempo) - Frank Sinatra
You Might Need Somebody - Randy Crawford
FESTIVE
All I Want For Xmas Is You - Mariah Carey
Auld Lang Syne - Rod Stewart
Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer - Traditional
Santa Claus is Coming To Town - Bruce Springsteen
White Christmas - Bing Crosby
REGGAE
Is This Love - Bob Marley
Jammin' - Bob Marley
Master Blaster - Stevie Wonder
No Woman No Cry - Bob Marley
One Love - Bob Marley
Three Little Birds - Bob Marley
GOSPEL
Amazing Grace - Gospel Standard
Joyful Joyful - Sister Act
Oh Happy Day - Sister Act

Motown Luxe's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Up to 1 hourÂŁ3265
Up to 2 hoursÂŁ3265
Up to 3 hoursÂŁ4246.25

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DJ set
+ÂŁ312.50
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Rachel and Reniece have such a great vibe together from working on theatre productions together for many years, so probably the audience really enjoys seeing them taking the performance to the next level with their chemistry.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Gosh so many! Nearly all of them!?

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Whitney Houston, Estelle, Mariah Carey, TLC, Beyonce and so many more!

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

We've performed in the VIP area at F1!

Will the singer be the same as who I see in the videos?

Yes, Rachel & Reniece will be the vocalists you have for your event! If one of them is unavailable, we'll let you know prior to booking and provide you with alternative vocalist options. Should your booked vocalist fall ill or become unable to attend we'll let you know and provide you with alternative options.

Do you have different line-up options?

We can do anything between and 4-piece to 8-piece! And we can do an acoustic duo add on as well. :)

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

No problem - just let us know via our Event Sheet and we'll follow your new timings.

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

Yes, once our PA is set up we're happy to pop on a playlist for you. :)

How much time do you need to set up?

90 minutes please! We can do a 60 minute set up for an additional fee. Please do feel free to ask about that if you need it!
Musicianship
Genres:
Motown, Pop, Hip Hop, Soul, Top 40, R&B
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Event types:
Wedding, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Hotel / Restaurant event
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