New Orleans band
NuSound Brass
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Hexham Lantern Parade 2023
NuSound Brass Billy Bootleggers Newcastle
About NuSound Brass
Bringing the funk dance rhythms and vibes of New Orleans from traditional and authentic second line to modern NOLA R&B and Bounce!
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New Orleans band
Newcastle upon Tyne
Public liability insurance of £10 million
NuSound Brass' Reviews
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Evan
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Linda
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2nd Anniversary
This act has been working with Encore for over 2 years
NuSound Brass' Song list
You Move Ya Lose
Vogue
Back in Black
Sing it Back
When The Saints go Marching in
AP Touro
Sexual Healing
Funky Town
Lets Go Get em
I Feel Like Funkin' it Up
We Got That Fire
James Bond Theme
Sweet Dreams
No Diggity
Do whatcha Wanna
She's got the look
Cissy Strut
Chameleon
Pass the Peas
St. James Infirmary
Lil' Liza Jane
Oye Como Va
JB shout
Chicken Strut
Keep your head up
NuSound Brass' Prices
Last updated: 2025
Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.
Standard Prices
6 musicians
| Duration | Price | |
| Up to 1 hour | £1100 | |
| Up to 2 hours | £1720 | |
| Up to 3 hours | £2615 |
Packages
Festival performance6 musicians
This includes the 6-piece ensemble performing onstage in a festival setting.
£1500
Marching band/parade performance6 musicians
We are happy to accommodate playing a second line parade for your event. We can march for up to 2 miles and play multiple songs en route.
£1750
Funeral service6 musicians
NuSound Brass is able to perform in a funeral/memorial context similar to New Orleans style Jazz funerals. This includes marching with a slow tempo gospel songs into the venue and more uptempo songs after the service as a celebration of life.
£2000
Add-ons
Additional musician
+£250
Customer questions
What do your clients love most about your performances?
Our clients love how authentic our performance is and the high-energy nature of the group.
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
Revolution de Cuba Newcastle
Billy Bootleggers
Hexham Lantern Festival
Newcastle University
Durham Brass Festival
Novum Festival
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
Rebirth Brass Band
Dirty Dozen Brass Band
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
Durham Brass Festival
Do you have different line-up options?
We are able to offer a line up with an additional percussionist/drummer and with more brass players (up to a 12 piece)
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. We are unable to accommodate timing changes of more than one hour.
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
We are happy to provide playlist options between our sets.
How much time do you need to set up?
approximately 75 minutes.
Can you roam around while you perform?
We do offer a roaming option which is limited to minimal repertoire as we are unable to use the drum kit while mobile. This option is for an additional fee of £200
Can I pick the songs 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.
Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?
Our Sound system is included in our quote.
Can you learn song requests before the event?
We are able to learn song requests up to 6 weeks before the event for a fee of £150 per song.
Musicianship
Genres:
Funk, Swing, Jazz, Blues, Dixieland, Marching, Hip Hop, Soul, Americana, Vintage, R&B, Funk rock, Pop, Cuban music, Caribbean music
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Event types:
Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Corporate event, Private event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Christmas party, Birthday party
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