Singing guitarist

Tom Forbes

Full starFull starFull starFull starFull star
(5.0)Read all 6 reviews
Watch
Booking protection
Secure online payments
Free 48hr cancellations
Support available Mon-Sat
Like Tom?
Watch & Listen

About Tom

The #1 One Man Band in the Midlands. Played 1000+ events including Glastonbury Festival. Making the good times greater!
Singing guitarist
Worcester
Public liability insurance of £10 million

I’m a live loop pedal artist, did I mention that yet? What does that mean? I play loads of instruments, sing, and lay down my own versions of your favourite songs. It’s full of vocal percussion, guitars, and loads more noise than any other one-man-band can make. Scrap that, than many bands can make. I’m kind of producing tracks live and on the fly. This includes everything from quieter more emotional vocals (think bride walking up the aisle, or a first dance) all the way through to a slamming party (think loud beats, beefy baselines and songs that grab your guests by the balls and get them dancing). Speaking of which, I’ve been doing this a fair while. And since experience in this game is SO important (imagine changing wedding schedules, tricky venues, sound tech etc) let me tell you mine. I’ve been a professional, gigging, touring musician for over a decade. This includes touring across Europe, for both gigs AND weddings, and playing alongside artists such as George Ezra, Chic & Rag 'N' Bone Man. I'm more than happy to negotiate to suit your needs so please let me know your favourite artists & I'll create a bespoke setlist designed for your event. Whether it's using a loop pedal to build up the tracks or just solely stripped-back classics - YOU decide! __________________________________ “Needs to be experienced live for the raw energy and unique stage presence” - BBC Radio WM "Absolute pleasure" - Botanica "Definitely worth the listen" - IndieCentralMusic "Honest and refreshing" - Welcombe Radio “Brilliant, such energy, never heard anything quite like that!” - BBC Introducing Session “Eclectic, wonderful, he’s got terrific range” - Recon “Incredible” - The Siege Of Orleans “Captures attention with his unique style and insane talent, definitely have him back again” - Bath Brewhouse “Magic” - Cotswold Farm Park

Tom
Full starFull starFull starFull starFull star
5 out of 5
6 verified reviews

Tom's Reviews

From customers:

EJ
Elaine J
1 month ago, for a Charity event in Legion Drive
Full starFull starFull starFull starFull star
5 out of 5

Sunny has just performed an amazingly, incredible performance on Friday 11th October 2024 to raise money for my charity Planting for Hope Uganda (PfHU). He is an exceptional performer as not only is he a brilliant guitarist and a singer but also he interacts with the audience in such an entertaining and amusing way. The enjoyment throughout the evening was completely down to Sunny and I received compliments all evening and for the days after. An incredibly outstanding performer. If you book him I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Elaine James Trustee for PfHU

JF
Jane F
10 months ago, for a Birthday party in Kinwarton Rd
Full starFull starFull starFull starFull star
5 out of 5

Sunny played at my 50th birthday celebration. What a fantastic performance. I’ve seen Sunny on many occasions and he did an amazing job. He really got the party going. Guests had a great time. What a lovely person too, he mingled with guests after his memorising set of songs.

Read all 6 reviews

Tom's Song list

(Loop Pedal & Acoustic Versions)
Chic - Good Times
Chic - Le Freak
David Bowie - Starman
Arctic Monkeys - I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor
ABBA - Dancing Queen
John Legend - All Of Me
The Cure - Just Like Heaven
The Jam - That's Entertainment
Tom Petty - Free Fallin'
The Beatles - All You Need Is Love
The Beatles - Here Comes The Sun
The Beatles – Hey Jude
The Beatles - Let It Be
Oasis - Champagne Supernova
Roy Orbison - Oh, Pretty Woman
Daft Punk - Get Lucky
Ed Sheeran - A Team
Ed Sheeran – Thinking Out Loud
Elvis - Suspicious Minds
Elvis Presley – Can't Help Falling In Love
Jack Johnson - Better Together
The Supremes - You Can't Hurry Love
Amy Winehouse - Valerie
Michael Jackson - Billie Jean
The White Stripes -7th Nation Army
Britney Spears - Baby One More Time
Soft Cell - Tainted Love
MGMT - Kids
Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit
George Ezra - Budapest
The Red Hot Chili Peppers - Under The Bridge
Pharrell Williams - Happy
Lynyrd Skynyrd - Free Bird
Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama
Justin Bieber - Where Are Ü Now
Human League - Don't You Want Me
The Weeknd - I Can't Feel My Face
The Killers - Mr Brightside
The Monkees - Daydream Believer
The Temptations - My Girl
Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl
Mark Ronson - Uptown Funk
No Doubt - Don't Speak
Outkast - Hey Ya
The Kooks - Naive
Fatboy Slim - Praise You
Lou Reed - Perfect Day
Avril Lavigne - Complicated
Elliott Smith - Between The Bars
Drake - One Dance
The Prodigy - Out Of Space
Jason Mraz - I'm Yours
Metronomy - The Look
Justin Timberlake - Sexy Back
Radiohead - Karma Police
Prince - Kiss
Goo Goo Dolls - Iris
Bob Dylan- Like A Rolling Stone
Jackie Wilson - (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher & Higher
Scissor Sisters - Laura
Jimi Hendrix - Hey Joe
Bruno Mars - Locked Out Of Heaven
Pixies - Where Is My Mind?
James Blunt - You're Beautiful
Rihanna - We Found Love
Kings Of Leon - Sex On Fire
Green Day - Holiday
Bill Withers - Ain’t No Sunshine
Billie Ocean - Love Really Hurts Without You
Lana Del Rey - Video Games
Foo Fighters - Best Of You
Jeff Buckley - Grace
Tove Lo - Habits
Kylie Minogue - Can't Get You Out Of My Head
Edwyn Collins - A Girl Like You
Top Loader - Dancing In The Moonlight
Beck - Where It's At
Placebo - Nancy Boy
Natalie Imbruglia - Torn
Toto - Africa
Coldplay - Yellow
The Flaming Lips - Do You Realise??
Portishead - Glory Box
James Bay - Hold Back The River
Blur - Song 2
Joy Division - Love Will Tear Us Apart
Spice Girls - Wannabe
Jason Rebello - Summertime
Vance Joy - Riptide
Don Mclean - American Pie
Eagles - Hotel California
The Beatles - Lady Madonna
Guns and Roses - Sweet Child O' Mine
Prince - Purple Rain
Roy Orbison - You Got It
Sting - Englishman In New York
Bob Marley – Three Little Birds
Cat Stevens - Wild World
Ben E King - Stand By Me
Bob Dylan - All Along The Watch Tower
The Proclaimers - 500 Miles
Radiohead - High And Dry
Randy Newman - You've Got a Friend In Me
Paolo Nutini - New Shoes
Rascal Flatts - Bless The Broken Road
Jessie J – Who You Are
Justin Bieber - Love Yourself
Corrine Bailey Ray - Put Your Records On
Damien Rice – Cannonball
Elbow - One Day Like This
Enrique Iglesias – Hero
Olly Murs – Dear Darling
One Direction - Little Things
Tracy Chapman - Fast Car
Whitney Houston - How Will I Know
UB40 - Red Wine
Yazoo - Only You
Ed Sheeran - Castle On The Hill
Ed Sheeran - Don’t
Ed Sheeran - Galway Girl
Ed Sheeran - Happier
Ed Sheeran - Perfect
Ed Sheeran - Shape Of You
Ed Sheeran - Shivers
Ed Sheeran - Sing
Ed Sheeran - Tenerife Sea
Duran Duran - Rio
Duran Duran - The Reflex
Dexys Midnight Runners - Come On Eileen
Erasure - A Little Respect
Eric Carmen - Hungry Eyes
Eric Clapton - Wonderful Tonight
Buddy Holly - Heartbeat
Buddy Holly - It Doesn’t Matter Any More
Earth, Wind & Fire - Let’s Groove
Earth, Wind & Fire - September
Elton John - I’m Still Standing
Frank Wilson - Do I Love You
Frankie Valley & The Four Seasons - Oh, What A Night!
Jackson 5 - ABC
Jackson 5 - Blame It On The Boogie

Tom's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£93.75
Up to 1 hour£312.50
Up to 2 hours£437.50
Up to 3 hours£562.50
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Previous customers would describe me as a high energy performer that loves to get the audience on their feet dancing “Needs to be experienced live for the raw energy and unique stage presence” - BBC Radio WM "Absolute pleasure" - Botanica "Definitely worth the listen" - IndieCentralMusic "Honest and refreshing" - Welcombe Radio

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

- Scamp & Dude - De Vere Tortworth Court - Rock My Wedding - Apostrophe Music - Weddings and Honeymoons Media - Royal Shakespeare Theatre - Whimsical Wonderland Weddings - Aston Villa Football Club - British and Irish Modern Music Institute - The Wedding Industry Awards - Planting for Hope Uganda (PfHU).

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Ed Sheeran because of his Loop Pedal skills, diverse discography  & ability to bring people together with the power of music. Secondly, one of my favourite songs of all time is Billie Jean.

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

I performed at Glastonbury 2017. It was an amazing experience and I'm lucky enough to be performing there again during 2025.

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

I always try our 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?

I can provide a full PA and sound system for the music in between my sets. This is included in the price if I’m providing the music for my half an hour break.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually set up about 1 hour before the performance time. As soon as my PA is set up I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for the live performance.

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

Yes, over the last decade, I have designed a repertoire of 4 x 1 Hour sets of covers, whether using a loop pedal to build up the songs or just solely stripped-back acoustic music or a mixture of the two. You decide. Available Worldwide!

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, I'm completely self contained. I bring my own PA system to all of my gigs as well as a simple lighting rig.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

I can learn specific songs before the event but I usually limit this to 3 songs. The clients are welcome to pick a set list from my repertoire or let me choose the music for them.
Musicianship
Genres:
Covers, 1990s era music, 1980s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1950s era music, Country, Acoustic, Pop, Funk, Tribute, Top 40, Soul, R&B, Hip Hop, Motown, Britpop, Pop rock, Indie, Rock 'n' Roll, Reggae
See all genres
Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Concert, Charity event, Cruise, Theatre / Show, Burns night, New Year's Eve, Birthday party, Recording session, Christmas party
See all event types
Other skills:
Live looping
See all skills