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The Artichokes
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About The Artichokes
Rock / Pop Duo packing a punch
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Stratford-upon-Avon
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The Artichokes
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The Artichokes' Reviews
From Encore customers:
GB
Grant B
1 month ago
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Andy P
1 year ago
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Rebecca G
2 years ago
AC
Austin C
3 years ago
From other customers:
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Jo C
6 years ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in 184a Victoria Rd
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John M
6 years ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in Kingstanding
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Lightning fast responses
Average response time under 2 hours
5 gigs
Experienced: 5 bookings through Encore
Saved the day!
Booked for an Encore gig with less than 24 hours’ notice
6th Anniversary
This act has been working with Encore for over 6 years
The Artichokes' Song list
A Little Respect - Erasure
All right now - Free
All Star - Smashmouth
Born to be Wild - Steppenwolf
Eye of the tiger - Survivor
Final countdown - Europe
Highway to Hell - AC/DC
I Believe in a Thing Called Love - The Darkness
It’s My Life - Bon Jovi
I’ll be there for you - The Rembrandts
I’m a Believer - The Monkeys
I’m Still Standing - Elton John
Johnny B. Goode - Chuck Berry
Power of love - Huey Lewis & the News
Jump - Van Halen
Proud Mary - Tina Turner
Rockin’ all over the world - Status Quo
Run to you - Bryan Adams
Seven nation army - The White Stripes
Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics
Since You’ve Been Gone - Rainbow
Stacy’s Mom - Fountain of Wayne
Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams
Teenage dirtbag - Wheatus
You really got me - The Kinks
All Day and All Night - The Kinks
Boys of summer - Don Henley
Come together - The Beatles
Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins
Dreaming of You - The Coral
Fat Bottom Girls - Queen
Crazy little thing called love - Queen
Don't Stop Me Now - Queen
We Will Rock You - Queen
Happy Together - The Turtles
Hold the Line - Toto
Pretty Woman - Roy Orbison
Rocks - Primal Scream
Times like these - Foo Fighters
All the Small Things - Blink 182
Christmas:
Fairytale of New York - The Pouges
I wish it could be Christmas every day - Wizard
All I want for Christmas is you - Mariah Carey
Last Christmas - Wham
Merry Christmas Everybody - Slade
Merry Christmas Everyone - Shaken Steven’s
Step into Christmas - Elton John
The Artichokes' Prices
Last updated: 2026
Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.
Standard Prices
2 musicians
| Duration | Price | |
| Up to 1 hour | £400 | |
| Up to 2 hours | £600 | |
| Up to 3 hours | £750 |
Customer questions
Do you have different line-up options?
No we have already streamlined the band down to a duo whilst still maintaining a full band sound
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
Please stay open and communicate in the run up to the event. We will do the same and try our best to accommodate you.
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
Yes
How much time do you need to set up?
1 hour
Can you roam around while you perform?
No
Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?
Yes
Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?
Yes
Can you learn song requests before the event?
Yes, alrho Hi there is a fee of £30 for this service
What do your clients love most about your performances?
The spectacle of such a big sound coming from only two musicians. The upbeat and dynamic music keeps everyone on the dance floor.
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
Mainly pubs, and clubs.
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
Classic Rock like Bonjovi, AC/DC with some more alternative rock pop, and more modern stuff like the Foo Fighters
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
This is a relatively new act. However as individuals we have played:
Glastonbury introducing
BBC radio show, Greg James drive time
RSC
BBC radio show Joe whyley
Musicianship
Genres:
Rock, Classic rock, Pop rock, Power rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Pop, Acoustic, Covers, Alternative rock
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Event types:
Private event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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