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About The Boulevards

The UK's most sensational rock & roll band, bringing you the best and most authentic barnstorming performance of classic 1950's hits!

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London

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Introducing The Boulevards! A brilliant 1950’s rock & roll band performing the greatest hits from the golden era of music. The Boulevards play all the classic hits from the 1950’s. From Elvis Presley to Chuck Berry; Cliff Richard to Little Richard; Jerry Lee Lewis to The Everly Brothers, The Boulevards deliver an authentic, uncompromising and electric performance of the greatest feel-good music of all time. Their barnstorming set is guaranteed to thrill both young and old, and leave you rocking and rolling all the way home! The band features a line up of some of the UK’s finest rock & roll musicians, comprising a wealth of television and west-end theatre performance experience. They have been seen in productions and shows such as Dreamboats & Petticoats, The Buddy Holly Story, Sister Act, X-Factor and All Together Now. Get in touch now to book the UK's most sensational rock & roll band!

The Boulevards

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The Boulevards' Reviews

5 out of 5

Thank you for a memorable evening - all the guests thought you were brilliant musicians!

Reply from The Boulevards

1 year ago

Thanks Louise! We had a great time and glad you did too.

5 out of 5

Just wanted to say a massive thank you to all you guys! You guys were incredible! Loved it!

5 out of 5

The Boulevards were absolutely perfect for the wedding. The rock 'n' roll numbers just kept coming and everyone was dancing away for hours. A fantastic vibe and a brilliant atmosphere.

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The Boulevards' Song list

A Teenager In Love – Dion

All I Have To Do Is Dream – The Everly Brothers

All Shook Up – Elvis Presley

Apache – The Shadows

At The Hop – Danny & The Juniors

Be Bop A Lula – Gene Vincent

Blue Suede Shoes – Elvis Presley

Blue Moon - The Marcels

Brown Eyed Handsome Man – Chuck Berry (Buddy Holly)

Bye Bye Love – The Everly Brothers

Can't Help Falling In Love With You - Elvis Presley

C’mon Everybody – Eddie Cochran

Chantilly Lace – The Big Bopper

Come On Let’s Go – Richie Valens

Do You Wanna Dance – Cliff Richard

Do You Love Me - The Contours

Don’t Be Cruel – Elvis Presley

Donna - Ritchie Valens

Dream Lover - Bobby Darin

Early In The Morning – Buddy Holly

Everyday - Buddy Holly

Folsom Prison Blues - Jonny Cash

Good Timin' - Jimmy Jones

Good Golly Miss Molly – Little Richard

Great Balls Of Fire – Jerry Lee Lewis

Hallelujah! I Love Her So - Eddie Cochran

Heartbeat – Buddy Holly

Hello Mary Lou – Ricky Nelson

His Latest Flame (Marie’s The Name) – Elvis Presley

Hound Dog – Elvis Presley

I Got A Woman – Ray Charles

I Put A Spell On You - Screamin' Jay Hawkins

I Walk The Line - Jonny Cash

It's Only Make Believe - Conway Twitty

It's So Easy - Buddy Holly

Jailhouse Rock – Elvis Presley

Johnny B. Goode – Chuck Berry

La Bamba – Richie Valens

Let’s Have A Party – Elvis Presley

Let's Dance - Chris Montez

Let's Twist Again - Chubby Checker

Long Tall Sally – Little Richard

Love Me Tender - Elvis Presley

Lucille – Little Richard

Maybe Baby - Buddy Holly

Maybelline - Chuck Berry

Mess Around - Ray Charles

Misirlou – Dick Dale

Money Honey – Elvis Presley

Move It – Cliff Richard & The Shadows

My Way – Eddie Cochran

Mystery Train – Elvis Presley

No Particular Place To Go – Chuck Berry

Not Fade Away – Buddy Holly

Only You - The Platters

Oh Boy – Buddy Holly

Oh Pretty Woman - Roy Orbison

Peggy Sue – Buddy Holly

Rave On – Buddy Holly

Rip It Up – Little Richard

Rock And Roll Music – Chuck Berry

Rock Around The Clock – Bill Haley & The Comets

Rock Around With Ollie Vee – Buddy Holly

Roll Over Beethoven – Chuck Berry

Runaround Sue – Dion & The Belmonts

Return To Sender - Elvis Presley

Save The Last Dance For Me - The Drifters

Shake A Tail Feather - Ray Charles

Shake, Rattle & Roll – Elvis Presley

Shakin’ All Over – Johnny Kidd & The Pirates

Shboom - The Chords

Something Else – Eddie Cochran

Summertime Blues – Eddie Cochran

Sweet Little Sixteen - Chuck Berry

Sweet Nothin's - Brenda Lee

Tallahassee Lassie – Freddie Cannon

(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear - Elvis Presley

That’ll Be The Day – Buddy Holly

That’s All Right – Elvis Presley

The Great Pretender - The Platters

The Wanderer – Dion

Think It Over - Buddy Holly

Three Steps To Heaven - Eddie Cochran

Tequila - The Champs

True Love Ways – Buddy Holly

Tutti Frutti – Little Richard

Twist and Shout - The Beatles

Wake Up Little Susie – The Everly Brothers

What’d I Say – Ray Charles

When Will I Be Loved – The Everly Brothers

Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On – Jerry Lee Lewis

Why Do Fools Fall In Love - Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers

Wipeout – The Surfaris

Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow - The Shirelles

Words Of Love - Buddy Holly

Yakety Yak - The Coasters

You Can’t Catch Me – Chuck Berry

You Never Can Tell – Chuck Berry

Young Blood - The Coasters

You're So Square (Baby I Don't Care) - Buddy Holly

Under The Boardwalk - The Drifters

The Boulevards' Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Up to 1 hour	£3000
Up to 2 hours	£3125
Up to 3 hours	£4500

5 piece band 5 musicians

2 x 1 hour sets, PA and Lights all Included. Lead singer, Lead guitar, Keyboard, Bass, Drums.

£2500

6 piece Rock n' Roll Band 5 musicians

2 x 1 hour sets, PA and Lights all Included. Lead singer, Lead guitar, Keyboard, Bass, Drums. Additional female singer included in this price.

£2750

7 Piece band with additional female singer and sax player.5 musicians

2 x 1 hour sets, PA and Lights all Included. Lead singer, Lead guitar, Keyboard, Bass, Drums. Additional female singer and saxophonist included in this price.

£3000

9 piece band with female vocals and 3 piece brass section5 musicians

2 x 1 hour sets, PA and Lights all Included. Lead singer, Lead guitar, Keyboard, Bass, Drums. Additional female singer and 3 piece brass section included in this price.

£4000

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Our clients love our energy, fun and excitement and how our performances reflect our enthusiasm and passion for rock and roll.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

We have performed at The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, Salisbury Playhouse and numerous other private events.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bill Haley, Ray Charles, Eddie Cochran, The Everly Brothers, Fats Domino, Johnny Cash, Gene Vincent, Cliff Richard, Dion, Jonny Kidd, Freddy Cannon, Ritchie Valens, Carl Perkins, Johnny Burnette, The Big Bopper, Bobby Vee, Marty Wilde

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

A corporate event for FitSteps at Christmas hosted by Ian Waite from Strictly Come Dancing in The Blackpool Tower Ballroom.

Do you have different line-up options?

Our standard line up is as follows: Acoustic Guitar and Vocals, Electric Guitar, Keyboard, Bass, Drums. All band members perform backing vocals. Other options include an additional female singer and up to 3-piece brass section.

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

We always try our best to be flexible to help your event run as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up just let us know.

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

Of course, an ipod playlist of 1950's music (or more modern if you'd prefer) is included in the price to help keep the party vibe going before and between our sets. We can also provide a manned DJ service until 12am with the ability to take requests for an additional £250.

How much time do you need to set up?

1.5 hours.

Can you roam around while you perform?

No, we prefer to keep the dance floor area clear for everyone to get up!

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

We have a huge amount of experience in tailoring sets to work for all kinds of events and are well placed to know what will work for you. However, we are more than happy to listen to your preferences and requirements to help find a suitable solution.

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

Yes - A full PA system, and stage lighting rig are all included in our quote. We require a minimum space of 5 meters wide by 3 meters deep to set up and perform in.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Within reason we are happy to learn a song at no extra cost, so long as it relates to our repertoire and/or style.

Musicianship

Genres:

Rock 'n' Roll, 1950s era music, 1960s era music

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Types:

Vintage band, Rock n roll band, Party band, Cover band, Wedding band, Function band, Festival band, 60s tribute band, 50s tribute band

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Event types:

Wedding, Private event, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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