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Wham Duran League

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Wham! (George Michael), Duran Duran (Simon Le Bon) and The Human League (Phil Oakey) Tribute show
80s tribute band
Bracknell
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Wham!DuranLeague is a multi-tribute show dedicated to the lead singers of 3 of the most iconic acts of the 1980s, Wham! (George Michael), Duran Duran (Simon Le Bon) and The Human League (Phil Oakey). James Farrant performs all the hits of these iconic acts in a packed energetic show complete with costumes and theatrics together with professional sound and lighting. Available as a trio or solo tribute You will hear anthems such as Wake me up before you go go, Rio, Don't you want me, I'm Your Man, Hungary like the Wolf, Freedom, Together in Electric Dreams, Is there something I should know, Club Tropicana, Mirror Man and many more! James has been professionally performing in a number of leading tribute bands for many years and is now able to combine the same hit packed shows to clients who may not have the space, requirement or budget for full bands to these legendary acts. James has spent time studying the performances of these great icons to faithfully reproduce a show that both entertains and transports his audience back to the 80s heydays. James says "I started singing the songs of Wham! Duran Duran and The Human League from an early age and they have been influential in my own music journey. Being able to perform the songs of these legends is an honour and I hope clients enjoy hearing these songs as much as I enjoy performing them." James has over 15 years of professional experience performing many genres of pop, rock, indie and dance hits at Weddings, Parties, Venues and Corporate Events all over the UK and internationally and is able to ensure your event is a resounding success! With a variety of package options available James has the versatility to suit all budget and venue / event requirements. Please enquire today to book Wham!DuranLeague for your event! Package Options The great flexibility with Wham!DuranLeague enable you to choose the perfect package option for your event! Fancy a bit of Whammy vs. Durany nostalgia? Or Human League classics with a hit packed 80s set to follow? Or choose the premiere event of a triple header tribute extravaganza to dance and singalong! Whatever your requirements James can cater for you. All package options come with James providing DJ style music between sets where required. Option 1 - The main show! 3 x 45 mins sets (Human League, Duran Duran and finishing with Wham!) Option 2 - Whammy vs. Duranny! 2 x 45 or 60 mins sets of Wham! and Duran Duran featuring all the anthems in this classic battle of the 80s icons Option 3 - Tribute choice 2 x 45 or 60mins (Any 2 tributes of your choice!) Option 4 - Tribute + 80s set 2 x 45 or 60mins: 1 tribute + an 80s or general hit packed anthem set Testimonials "Thank you for the great entertainment for my birthday! You performed a really excellent tribute and we all loved the 80s party set too! Thanks again!" (50th Birthday Party, August 2018) "Just to say thanks again James for your tribute performances last night, your energy and performance was great and you really helped us all have a great night of celebration! See you again soon! (Wedding Anniversary, May 2018) "Great evening of entertainment, you had everyone up and dancing, Look forward to having you back soon!" (The Plough, Stewardstone, August 2018) Repertoire Wham! Wham Rap! Young Guns (Go for it!) Club Tropicana Bad Boys Freedom Everything she wants Careless Whisper Last Christmas Wake me up before you go go I'm Your man Edge of Heaven Ray of Sunshine Heartbeat Duran Duran Planet Earth The Reflex Is There Something I Should Know? Union Of The Snake New Moon on Monday Save A Prayer Hold Back The Rain Careless Memories Skin Trade A View To A Kill I Don't Want Your Love All She Wants Is Ordinary World Hungry Like The Wolf Notorious Wild Boys Girls On Film Rio Human League Don't You Want Me Together in Electric Dreams Mirror Man (Keep Feeling) Fascination Love Action (I Believe in Love) Open Your Heart Being Boiled The Sound of the Crowd The Lebanon Human Tell Me When Louise Life on your Own Love is all that matters

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Wham Duran League's Reviews

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Lisa C
5 months ago
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5 out of 5

If I could give James 10 stars I would, he was absolutely brilliant and made my 50th birthday party extra special, he even threw in some Rick Astley especially for me. Everyone was up dancing from the word go, he really was brilliant. I cannot thank him enough. If you have any 2nd thoughts about booking Whamduranleague don't, James will make your party or event the best ever. Thank you for creating the most wonderful evening for both me and my guests ❤️

Reply from Wham Duran League
5 months ago

Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to meet you and entertain at your 50th!

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Simon T
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

James was absolutely brilliant, my regular customers loved it, and the atmosphere in the pub was electric. This is a must see act.

Reply from Wham Duran League
1 year ago

Thank you so much! It was great to meet you and perform for all your customers. Thanks again!

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Maxine H
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic. Great crowd interaction and good selection of music. Everyone had a fantastic time and we would highly recommend him.

Reply from Wham Duran League
1 year ago

Thanks so much Maxine!. It was a real pleasure to perform for you all and many thanks for your kind hospitality . Hope to see you again at a future event!

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David E
3 years ago, for a Private event in Denhurst Rd
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5 out of 5

Thanks for the entertainment James, your WhamDuranLeague act went down well with everyone. I will give you 10 out of 10 for the performance as it was a fantastic night and a great tribute to my late wife. Thanks David

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Andrea K
5 years ago, for a Birthday party in Essex Rd
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5 out of 5

Thanks James for being amazing at my party last night, we all thoroughly enjoyed it and you were a good sport letting us hog the mic. Thank you so much, so glad to have had John Taylor and Simon Le Bon up on stage! You had everyone up on the dance floor and you’re a lovely man - everyone has been messaging me to say how much they enjoyed the night

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Wham Duran League's Song list

Repertoire
Wham!
Wham Rap!
Young Guns (Go for it!)
Club Tropicana
Bad Boys
Freedom
Everything she wants
Careless Whisper
Last Christmas
Wake me up before you go go
I'm Your man
Edge of Heaven
Ray of Sunshine
Heartbeat
Duran Duran
Planet Earth
The Reflex
Is There Something I Should Know?
Union Of The Snake
New Moon on Monday
Save A Prayer
Hold Back The Rain
Careless Memories
Skin Trade
A View To A Kill
I Don't Want Your Love
All She Wants Is
Ordinary World
Hungry Like The Wolf
Notorious
Wild Boys
Girls On Film
Rio
Human League
Don't You Want Me
Together in Electric Dreams
Mirror Man
(Keep Feeling) Fascination
Love Action (I Believe in Love)
Open Your Heart
Being Boiled
The Sound of the Crowd
The Lebanon
Human
Tell Me When
Louise
Life on your Own
Love is all that matters

Wham Duran League's Prices

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Up to 1 hour£400
Up to 2 hours£500
Up to 3 hours£600
Customer questions

Do you have different line-up options?

Solo or Trio

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

No problem, I am flexible

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

Yes

How much time do you need to set up?

up to 1 hour

Can you roam around while you perform?

Yes

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, but not usually required

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Energy and costumes!

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Music Venues, Butlins 80s Weekends (with Duran Tribute Band), Isle of Wight Festival.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Wham! Duran Duran and Human League

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

Butlins 80s Weekends
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Genres:
Pop, Tribute, Covers
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Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private 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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