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About Tom

The #1 solo party act. More than 20 years experience, a repertoire of songs for any occasion and knowledge of how to get the party started!

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Bass Guitarist

Cambridge

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Hey there, I'm Tom, and I've been playing bass over two decades and singing for even longer. From elegant weddings and corporate events to lively pubs and intimate birthday parties, I've brought my unique blend of talent and passion to every performance. What keeps me going? It's simple – I just love to perform. Whether I'm grooving on bass or belting out vocals, I pour my heart and soul into every note. And if that's not enough, I've got you covered with my unmanned DJ service, keeping the music going all night long! So get in touch and let's see if I can help make your event special!

Tom

4.9 out of 5

9 verified reviews

Satisfaction

4.7

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

4.7

Punctuality

5.0

Tom's Reviews

5 out of 5

Tom has all the tools to make your evening memorable. Don’t hesitate to book him with confidence

5 out of 5

Hired Tom for my 40th birthday . He was great , had everyone dancing with good tunes . Everybody said what a great party it was . Would recommend

4.5 out of 5

Tom was great - really helpful and spot on with his playlist

5 out of 5

Saw Tom at my local pub, was only going to stay for one but ended up staying the whole night!

5 out of 5

I saw to perform at the pub near where I live and he was fantastic! Great choice of songs. The wife and I loved it!

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Tom's Song list

1950s

Johnny B. Goode – Chuck Berry

You Never Can Tell – Chuck Berry

Shake, Rattle and Roll – Bill Haley & His Comets

Hound Dog – Elvis Presley

Blue Suede Shoes – Elvis Presley

1960s

I Feel Good – James Brown

Mustang Sally – Wilson Pickett

Bad Moon Rising – Creedence Clearwater Revival

Fortunate Son – Creedence Clearwater Revival

Twist and Shout – The Beatles

A Hard Day’s Night – The Beatles

I Saw Her Standing There – The Beatles

Hey Jude – The Beatles

Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

Build Me Up Buttercup – The Foundations

Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison

Pretty Woman – Roy Orbison

Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash

My Girl – The Temptations

I’m a Believer – The Monkees

I Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

My Way – Frank Sinatra

1970s

All Right Now – Free

Superstition – Stevie Wonder

Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder

Play That Funky Music – Wild Cherry

Escape (The Pina Colada Song) – Rupert Holmes

Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd

Since You’ve Been Gone – Rainbow

Does Your Mother Know – ABBA

Mamma Mia – ABBA

Somebody to Love – Queen

Stuck in the Middle with You – Stealers Wheel

Rockin’ All Over the World – Status Quo

We Are Family – Sister Sledge

Proud Mary – Ike & Tina Turner

Soul Man – Sam & Dave

Crocodile Rock – Elton John

Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

Brown Sugar – The Rolling Stones

Crazy Little Thing Called Love – Queen

Ska / 2-Tone / Mod

A Message to You Rudy – The Specials

Monkey Man – The Specials

Too Much Too Young – The Specials

One Step Beyond – Madness

Baggy Trousers – Madness

House of Fun – Madness

My Girl – Madness

It Must Be Love – Madness

Lip Up Fatty – Bad Manners

Wooly Bully – Bad Manners

Pressure Drop – Toots & The Maytals

Town Called Malice – The Jam

1980s

Footloose – Kenny Loggins

Summer of ’69 – Bryan Adams

I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) – The Proclaimers

I Want to Break Free – Queen

The Power of Love – Huey Lewis & The News

The Best – Tina Turner

Celebration – Kool & The Gang

9 to 5 – Dolly Parton

Faith – George Michael

Karma Chameleon – Culture Club

On the Road Again – Willie Nelson

1990s

Song 2 – Blur

Don’t Look Back in Anger – Oasis

Basket Case – Green Day

What’s My Age Again? – Blink-182

All the Small Things – Blink-182

Sit Down – James

Let Me Entertain You – Robbie Williams

Angels – Robbie Williams

Dance the Night Away – The Mavericks

Achy Breaky Heart – Billy Ray Cyrus

All Star – Smash Mouth

2000s / 2010s

Chelsea Dagger – The Fratellis

Sex on Fire – Kings of Leon

Teenage Dirtbag – Wheatus

I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor – Arctic Monkeys

When the Sun Goes Down – Arctic Monkeys

Last Nite – The Strokes

Mr. Brightside – The Killers

Dakota – Stereophonics

Without Me – Eminem

Little Lion Man – Mumford & Sons

Year 3000 – Busted

Sk8er Boi – Avril Lavigne

Shake It Off – Taylor Swift

Valerie – Amy Winehouse

Forget You – CeeLo Green

Shut Up and Dance – WALK THE MOON

Sugar, We’re Goin’ Down – Fall Out Boy

This Love – Maroon 5

Wagon Wheel – Old Crow Medicine Show

Dance with Me Tonight – Olly Murs

Christmas

Fairytale of New York – The Pogues

So Here It Is Merry Christmas – Slade

I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday – Wizzard

Run Rudolph Run - Chuck Berry

Merry Christmas Everyone – Shakin’ Stevens

Tom's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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

Duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£312.50
Up to 1 hour	£312.50
Up to 2 hours	£375
Up to 3 hours	£375

Customer questions

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

I always try my 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 me know.

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

Absolutely. This is a really popular request and I actually offer this service for free. If you'd like a DJ service via our PA after the final set until the venue closes, I provide this for an additional £100.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually set up about 1 to 1.5 hours before the performance time. 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 my live performance!

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

My set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests dance and have an amazing time. However, I'm definitely happy to chat through and make sure we find what works for your event.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Absolutely!

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

If a song isn't included in my song list there may still be a chance I already know it. If there is a special song you'd like me to learn I are happy to do this for you. There is a fee of £30 for this service to take into account rehearsal times etc

Musicianship

Genres:

Covers, Christmas, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Pop, Motown, Disco, Rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Indie, Pop rock, Rock 'n' Roll

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Instruments:

Bass guitar, Singing guitarist

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Event types:

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

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