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Established Singer-Songwriter & Guitarist based in North West England. A versatile voice and a varied repertoire (requests welcome!)
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Nicky Phillips is an established singer and songwriter based in Cheshire. Singing from a young age, Nicky started performing at school and continued with this to study both classical and popular vocal studies at degree level. She now performs intimate stripped-back covers as well as regularly gigging with her original music - mostly on her acoustic guitar, but sometimes on her portable piano. Nicky has performed at prestigious venues in London, such as the Southbank Centre, The Troubadour and The Bedford. In the North, Nicky has performed at Matt & Phred's, Night & Day Café and The Salty Dog (Northwich), to name a few. Along with performing around the UK, she has also had the opportunity to perform at a wedding in the Czech Republic and on stage in far away locations like Austin, Texas and Niamey, Niger. Nicky has also performed at many outdoor events, such as Knutsford Music Festival and Alderford Lake. Nicky brings her own style and sensitivity when performing covers which makes her music perfect for weddings, events and bars; it is suitable for both entertaining guests or for quieter background music. Nicky is always willing to work on new song requests (with notice), she has previously re-imagined a TV theme tune for a couple's first dance. Nicky primarily performs on acoustic guitar, but can provide piano covers as well, upon request.

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Nicky's Reviews

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Ben F
5 months ago, for a Birthday party in Manchester
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5 out of 5

Nicky was informative and accommodating in the lead up to the birthday gathering. On the night Nicky's set went down a storm and many of the guests commented as to how good Nicky was and they enjoyed the mix of songs. I would look to book Nicky again in the future.

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Ben F
5 months ago, for a Birthday party in Manchester
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5 out of 5

Nicky was informative and accommodating in the lead up to the birthday gathering. On the night Nicky's set went down a storm and many of the guests commented as to how good Nicky was and they enjoyed the mix of songs. I would look to book Nicky again in the future.

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Nicky's Song list

1234 – Feist
2002 – Anne-Marie
26 - Paramore
9 to 5 – Dolly Parton
A Team – Ed Sheeran
A Thousand Years – Christina Perri
Ain't No Sunshine – Bill Withers
Ain’t Nobody – Chaka Khan
All I Want Is You – Barry Louis Polisar
All Of Me – John Legend
All The Small Things – Blink 182
American Pie – Don McLean
Anti-Hero - Taylor Swift
Baby One More Time – Britney Spears
Better Together – Jack Johnson
Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
Blinding Lights – The Weeknd
Breakfast at Tiffany’s – Deep Blue Something
Bring It All Back – S Club 7
Budapest – George Ezra
Build Me Up Buttercup – The Foundations
Call Me Al – Paul Simon
Can't Help Falling In Love With You – Elvis Presley
Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You – Frankie Valli
Castle On The Hill – Ed Sheeran
Collide – Howie Day
Count On Me – Bruno Mars
Dancing In The Moonlight – Toploader
Dancing On My Own - Calum Scott/Robyn
Delicate - Damien Rice
Dog Days Are Over – Florence And The Machine
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac
Dreams – The Cranberries
Driver's Licence – Olivia Rodrigo
Everytime We Touch - Cascada
Faith’s Song – Amy Wadge
Fast Car – Tracey Chapman
Feels Like Home – Randy Newman
First Day Of My Life – Bright Eyes
Get Lucky – Daft Punk
Good 4 U – Olivia Rodrigo
Good As Hell - Lizzo
Half The World Away – Oasis
Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen
Happier – Marshmello/Bastille
Heartbeats – José González (version)
Hold Back The River – James Bay
House Of The Rising Sun – The Animals
How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding
I Can't Make You Love Me – Bonnie Raitt
I Kissed a Girl – Katy Perry
I Knew You Were Trouble – Taylor Swift
I Think We’re Alone Now - Tiffany
I Will Follow You Into The Dark – Death Cab for Cutie
I'm Yours – Jason Mraz
I’m Always Here – Jimi Jamison
In the Summertime – Mungo Jerry
Iris – Goo Goo Dolls
It Must Be Love - Madness
Jolene – Dolly Parton
July – Noah Cyrus
Just The Way You Are – Bruno Mars
Kids - MGMT
Last Night – The Strokes
Lean On Me – Bill Withers
Leaving On A Jet Plane – John Denver
Let’s Get It On – Marvin Gaye
Let’s Go Home Together – Ella Henderson and Tom Grennan
Linger – The Cranberries
Love Story - Taylor Swift
Love Yourself - Justin Bieber
Make You Feel My Love – Adele
Me And Julio Down By The Schoolyard – Paul Simon
Mr Brightside – The Killers
Mr Jones – Counting Crows
Never Forget - Take That
New Rules – Dua Lipa
Paradise – George Ezra
Perfect – Ed Sheeran
Photograph – Ed Sheeran
Pompeii - Bastille
Ready For The Floor – Hotchip
River - Leon Bridges
Sex Is On Fire – Kings Of Leon
Shake It Out – Florence And The Machine
Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder
Somewhere Only We Know – Lily Allen (version)
Songbird – Eva Cassidy
Stand by Me – Ben E. King
Stuck In The Middle With You – Stealers Wheel
Sunday Morning – Maroon 5
Survivor – Destiny’s Child
Take Me Home Country Roads - John Denver
The Bucket – Kings Of Leon
The Middle – Jimmy Eat World
The Middle – Zedd, Grey
The Scientist - Coldplay
Titanium - Sia
Too Close – Alex Clare
True Colours – Cyndi Lauper
Under my Skin - Frank Sinatra
Up Where We Belong - Joe Cocker and Jennifer Waines
Use Somebody – Kings of Leon
Valerie – Amy Winehouse (version)
Walking On Sunshine – Katrina And The Waves
(What A) Wonderful World – Sam Cooke
When The Party’s Over – Billie Eilish
Wherever You Will Go – The Calling
Winter – Sister Hazel
Worst of You – Maisie Peters
You And Me – Lifehouse
You Are The Reason – Calum Scott
You Do Something To Me – Paul Weller
You Got The Love – Florence And The Machine
You Make My Dreams – Hall & Oates
Your Song – Elton John
Originals:
Change - Nicky Phillips
Echo – Nicky Phillips
Flowers – Nicky Phillips
Home – Nicky Phillips
Just The Way I Am – Nicky Phillips
Old Oak Tree - Nicky Phillips
Tell Me – Nicky Phillips
Christmas:
Deck the Halls
Driving Home for Christmas - Chris Rea
Goodbye England - Laura Marling
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Here Comes Santa Claus
I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday - Wizzard
It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year - Andy Williams
Jingle Bell Rock - Bobby Helms
Jingle Bells
Last Christmas - Wham!
Let it Go - Frozen
Let it Snow
Merry Christmas Everyone - Shakin' Stevens
O Holy Night
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
Santa Baby
Santa Claus is Coming' to Town
Santa Tell Me - Ariana Grande
Silent Night
Sleigh Ride - The Ronettes
Underneath the Tree - Kelly Clarkson
White Christmas
Winter Wonderland

Nicky'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)£125
Up to 1 hour£170
Up to 2 hours£250
Up to 3 hours£375
Packages
Drinks Reception
Two performances of 45 minutes each during your drinks reception (option for 3 x 30 minute sets)
£250
Wedding Ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. This includes music as the guests arrive, one song for the aisle walk, up to three songs during the signing of the register, one song as the couple walks back down the aisle. Up to 10 minutes of music as the guests leave.
£300
Wedding Ceremony + Drinks Reception
Wedding Ceremony - Music before the service begins, one song for the aisle walk, music during the signing of the register (up to 3 songs), one song as the couple walks back down the aisle and music as guests leave. Drinks Reception - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. (Option for 3 x 30 min performances).
£575
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My clients often comment on the clarity of my voice and the way that I perform covers in my own way. They also love how I make sure the performance works for them and their vision of the event.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I have performed at many venues of the years, but some recent ones include: Wrenbury Hall, Nantwich Hodsock Priory, Worksop The Wellbeing Farm, Edgworth The Bedford, London Matt and Phred's, Manchester The Fitzgerald, Manchester

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Paul Simon, Laura Marling, Bon Iver and Joni Mitchell.

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

In late 2022 I had the pleasure of performing a headline show at CCFN Jean Rouch in Niamey, Niger in association with the British Embassy Niamey and Ambassade de France au Niger. In the past, I have been lucky enough to perform at The Southbank Centre in London and further in the past was lucky enough to open for Kate Nash in Camden, London.

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

I'm always happy to be flexible and discuss what works best for you . If timings change slightly in the run up to the event, please just let me know.

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

I can provide free music via my PA system during set breaks, upon request. Music prior to my sets will be subject to discussion and a possible additional fee.

How much time do you need to set up?

It takes me between 15-30 minutes to set up, depending on the space. It's always best to allow for 30 minutes and I'm always happy to discuss setting up earlier to avoid disrupting other activities.

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

100%! You can send over a list of pieces from my set list to create your own bespoke set list. Alternatively, you can always pick out 'must play' songs and 'please don't play' songs - we all have different tastes!

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes! I bring my own PA system and cables, all I need is a power socket (preferably a double one). I bring my own instrument/s.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Absolutely! I am happy to learn up to 2 songs, as long as I am given enough notice (subject to style/suitability to my voice). If songs are requested at short notice or further songs are requested, there may be a fee to take into account rehearsal time, etc. For special events, I am happy to record and send my version of your request, for your approval.
Musicianship
Genres:
Acoustic, Folk, Pop, Covers
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Instruments:
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Lyricist, Songwriter, Composer, Singing teaching
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