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Sheila G & Friends

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About Sheila G & Friends

A fun, soulful group which can play across a range of genres including Pop, Soul, Motown, Funk, Bollywood and Latin
Acoustic band
London
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Sheila G & Friends is a versatile acoustic band which covers a range of different genres including pop, motown, soul and Bollywood. The band, consisting of Sheila G (singer), a pianist, guitarist and upon request, a tabla player, which brings a truly eastern and western sound merging… The group was founded in January 2018, following Sheila G's project with the United Nations, which included writing a song for the United Nations Refugee Agency. The song, entitled 'Home' was used to promote their campaign which was successful globally. This followed a charity event organised at the prestigious Madrake in London to raise funds for the global refugee crisis; After securing several key sponsors, Sheila G & Friends hosted and put on a cinematic show consisting of a number of covers and original songs - covers included classics like 'Man in the Mirror' (Michael Jackson), Stand by Me (Ben King) and also modern ballads and classics like 'All of Me' (John Legend). The band also included a Bollywood 'mashup' of both current and modern songs and the event was a huge success; in a review by UK’s longest running music magazine ‘Record Collector’, Andy Rawll stated: ‘Sheila’s delightfully eclectic set encompassed ‘Leonard Cohen’, John Legend and well-bred originals. These revealed the soul, power and clarity of her voice.' Sheila G Trio & Friends performed at a number of corporate events across the UK and most recently, the Diwali Ball in Gibraltar where the band entertained 400 guests with a number of well known Bollywood hits including 'Sheila ki Jawani!' Other venues include the London Hilton, where the group entertained 500 guests at the annual Charity Clarity Awards UK. The band have most recently recorded a number of acoustic medleys, including hits from the 80s, 90s, 2000s and a latin and Bollywood medley. Being multi-lingual, international and cultured, the group is able to adapt to a number of different genres to suit both an intimate crowd and larger audiences.

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Genres:
1980s era music, 1990s era music, Jazz, Blues, Modern jazz, Latin jazz, Jazz fusion, Acoustic, Pop, Ambient pop, Covers, Karaoke, Motown, R&B, Soul, Funk, Tribute
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Event types:
Corporate event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Sheila G & Friends' Song list

Please note: the below is an example of the songs we have in our repertoire; we can cater to your needs and include any songs required which are not in the list below.
La Isla Bonita - Madonna
Holiday - Madonna
Ain’t nobody - Chaka Khan
I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston
Killing me softly - Fugees
That’s the way love goes - Janet Jackson
Despacito - Luis Fonzi
Rather be - Clean Bandit
Sexy love - Neyo
Ain’t no Sunshine - Bill Withers
Stand by me - Ben King
If I ain’t got you - Alicia Keys
All of me - John Legend
Three Little Birds - Bob Marley
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
Wish I Didn’t Miss You (Angie Stone)
Never Too Much (Luther Vandross)
Best Part (H.E.R. and Daniel Caesar)
Golden (Jill Scott)
Closer (Ne-Yo)
So Sick (Ne-Yo)
24K Magic (Bruno Mars)
Versace On The Floor (Bruno Mars)
What’s Going On (Marvin Gaye)
Love Never Felt So Good (Michael Jackson/Justin Timberlake)
Say Something (Justin Timberlake/Chris Stapleton)
Rock With You (Michael Jackson)
All Night Long (Lionel Ritchie)
One Kiss (Dua Lipa/Calvin Harris)
PLUS:
Thinking’ Out Loud
Halo
Hallelujah
Amazing Grace
Bailamos
Show Me Love
Somewhere Over The Rainbow
That’s What I Like
On Broadway
Sexual Healing
Stand By Me
Sittin’ On The Dock Of The Bay
All Around The World
Signed Sealed Delivered
I Heard It Through The Grapevine
I Can’t Feel My Face
Englishman In NY
What’s Going On
All Night Long
It’s A Man’s World
Treasure
Get Lucky
I Wish
Ain’t Nobody
Never Too Much
Happy
Hit The Road Jack (mash-up)
I Need A Dollar
Crazy
Isn’t She Lovely
Thinkin’ Out Loud
Higher Ground
Ordinary People
Superstition
Uptown Funk
Wake Me Up
Sex Machine
Locked Out Of Heaven
September
I Feel Good
Lovely Day
My Girl
Don’t You Worry Child
We Found Love
American Boy
Let’s Stay Together
Careless Whisper
Just The Two Of Us
Kiss
Let’s Stay Together
Locked Out Of Heaven
Viva La Vida
La Bamba
Bollywood:
Tu Tu Hai Wohi
Chana Mere A
Sheila Ki Jawani
Tum Hi Ho
Muskurane Ki Waja
Kehna hi kya
Chalte halte
Kabhi Kabhi
Aye mere hum safar
Bat Banjaye
Enna Sonna
Samjhawan
Dil Diya Gallan
Channa mere a
Teri Ore
Chura lila
Pehla Nasha
Jab Koi Baat
O mere sona re
Laila mein Laila
Gulabi Aankhen
Ambarsariya
Senorita
Customer questions

Do you have different line-up options?

Yes - we can come as a duo or trio, depending on the client's needs. We can also provide a drummer if the client requires this.

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

This is fine - we are a flexible band and we will do what we can can to accommodate your needs.

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

Yes - we have access to a number of DJs; alternatively, we can provide an iPod service free of charge between our sets.

How much time do you need to set up?

we usually need about 1 -1.5 hours before the performance time as we also need a sound check to make sure all the levels are exactly how they should be. 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 you roam around while you perform?

Of course! We are a versatile group - we can perform sitting down, or whilst roaming around and interacting with the audience.

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. We are quick learners and incorporate songs which are not on the provided list.

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

The PA system is usually provided by the venue

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Absolutely; the song list is just an example of the songs we have performed. If there is a special song you'd like us to learn which we have not already performed, we are happy to do this for you.

What do your clients love most about your performances?

How engaging we are as well as our chemistry as a band. They love our versatility and how we are able to interpret covers in a soulful way.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

The Mandrake, London London Hilton (Park Lane) Sheraton, London San Roque Casino, Gibraltar The Fennes Estate, Essex We have also performed at a number of intimate venues and weddings.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Whitney Houston Madonna Amy Winehouse Michael Jackson Sade

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

The London Mandrake Hotel - it was an event in conjunction with the United Nations, in aid of the United Nations Refugee Crisis, where we raised over £5000
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Sheila G & Friends' Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Pravin P
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Could not have done better! And very accomodating

Reply from Sheila G & Friends
1 year ago

Thank you Pravin; it was a real pleasure performing for your party!

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Simone G
6 years ago, for a Charity event in 20-21 Newman St
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I met Sheila G in February 2018 when we began rehearsing together for a high profile gig at the Mandrake Hotel, London. Sheila is a true professional and great at adapting songs, bearing in mind a high entertainment factor for the target audience. Her heart goes into her work as her main focus is on ensuring that the client needs are met completely. We have performed Soul, Motown, Pop and Bollywood songs together to a number of different audiences successfully.

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Andrew L
7 years ago

Sheila is an unparalleled singer and performer. She has the vocal control of Whitney, but she is as unconstrained and emotive of the best contemporary artists today. I had worked with her and gotten to know her through the Record Label and specifically working on songs with Joe B. I would consider it with utmost honor to work with Sheila again, and I would highly recommend her to anyone who wishes to help share her talents with the world. She won’t let you down. She purrs like a Cheshire Cat, but Roars like a Lion! Tops in my book!!! Check her out for your yourself!