Archive for the ‘Live Bands’ Category

Live Band Magic

Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

There is something about live bands which simply cannot be reproduced on record or by a DJ. The immediacy of the music, emotional connection to the crowd and the ways in which the musicians and singers energy is soaked up by the crowd and in turn, their enthusiasm and appreciation bounces back to live bands and energises to reach even greater heights of musicianship and improvisation. All of these elements combine to make a memorable experience which is profoundly affecting.

This combination of essential elements can be likened to life force or soul. A deep connection between a band and a crowd and between members of a crowd who are strangers or are from completely different backgrounds and cultures. The soul of music is a universal connective force which crosses boundaries of language, culture, religion and history, it is something eternal and powerful, ethereal, yet raw and tangible.

London Soul are one of the greatest live soul bands on the planet and have performed at weddings, anniversaries, events, christenings, bar mitzvahs and all manner of celebrations around the globe, delighting and exciting audiences and infecting them with the spirit of music and dance.

When you book London Soul, you can be sure that you are investing in an experience which is unique. The opportunity to witness and participate in a fantastic celebration of many styles and genres of music. London Soul know that no-one rocks a crowd like them and they delight in sharing their passion for performing the greatest hits of the modern era at your own special occasion.

Why Live Music is Best

Sunday, October 3rd, 2010

Are you looking for entertainment to help an upcoming party or event be a success? Whether you need to entertain guests at a wedding reception or corporate function, finding exactly the right kind of act or artists is not always that straightforward. However, as nearly everyone loves the excitement of listening to live music, hiring a function band can be a great option.

Listening to live music is always a treat so a decent function band has the power to turn a mediocre function into a party to remember. Good quality function bands playing popular live music are a fantastic way to enliven any event and galvanise guests into having a great time. Live music offers a unique and sometimes spontaneous experience which cannot be matched by the pre recorded music offered by mobile discos and DJs. Experienced live bands will set just the right tempo for an event and will also frequently be able to accommodate requests from guests. Musicians in live bands really enjoy what they do and want their listeners to enjoy themselves so they will ensure that their set list is likely to please your particular guests in order to guarantee that your event is enjoyed by all.

For a truly unique live function band experience, consider us here at London Soul. We are a 12 piece soul, rock and pop band who are available for hire all around the UK or overseas. With female backing singers and a full brass section, function bands really don’t come any better.

Live and direct

Tuesday, September 21st, 2010

Live bands add an extra dimension to any type of event. There is something powerful and visceral in witnessing soulful and heartfelt performances from outstanding musicians, which cannot be replicated by DJs or the use of recorded music. London Soul are one of the few live bands who seemingly effortlessly manage to strike up a rapport with each and every audience, whether at a family wedding, anniversary celebration or prestigious international event. While other function bands rehearse diligently, learning every note and lyric, when they hit the stage, something is missing.

You cannot teach soul: that special presence, the life force which drives music and makes you want to scream, shout and hit the dance floor to connect with other revellers and there is no doubt that London Soul have undoubtedly got soul (as well as skills in rock, funk and dance). They have the punch and personality to excite any crowd and the versatility which ensures that every guest leaves fully satisfied. London Soul are the envy of all function bands because of their immaculate style, powerful and smooth vocals and outstanding musicianship.

Combine these qualities with an innate sense of the soulful and an amazing ability to provoke a profound emotional connection and you have a powerful package which raises London Soul to an elite level, and allows them to keep the dance floor completely packed. Like all the greatest live bands, London Soul always leaves the crowd begging for more and raving about their performance. London Soul – live and direct: from London to the World.

Some important checks before hiring live function bands

Monday, August 2nd, 2010

Live music is becoming the must-have entertainment feature for weddings and other functions. However, hiring wedding bands and function bands is not without complications.

When hiring a band it is essential, for example, to check that all technical issues are covered. These include the provision of a professional sound system and appropriate lighting. Where function bands are able to provide their own sound and lighting systems it is still important to verify that these are appropriate for the venue chosen and for the size of the guest-list.

It is also vital to check whether a band charges for any travel and transport costs, particularly if the venue is outside the bands local area. These can add considerably to the basic hiring rates.

In addition to these technical and financial considerations, it is also essential that customers are made to feel confident that their expectations and those of their guests will be met. Live bands can sometimes disappoint by inflicting amateur level singing and musicianship on the audience, or by paying too little attention to the mood of the occasion or the reactions of guests. Some have even been known not to turn up at all.

The best bands will be able to provide professional live audio tracks, photographs taken at previous performances and glowing testimonials in order to demonstrate not only their reliability and how well they look and perform, but also how successfully they interact with audiences.

At London Soul we have experience in successfully providing great value complete live music packages at a range of functions across the UK.

The return of real music at parties and functions

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

After decades in which the disco was king, there is now an increasing vogue in favour of live music; a trend led right from the top where, against a background of cheap, and in some cases free, downloads, some of our most loved and popular bands are increasingly dependent for the bulk of their royalties on live performances.

Parties and functions are now fulfilling this new hunger for live music, by hiring solo artists and live bands. Depending on the nature of the function, this new real music can be anything from the soft ripples of a harp player to the rich, powerful musical tour de force of rock or soul bands. Provided the bands and artists chosen are experienced and perform to professional standards, live music is always guaranteed to go down extremely well at such functions.

When hiring artists and live bands, it is always a good idea to check testimonials as this is often the only means of independent corroboration as to the quality of the musicians. It is also a good idea to try and obtain some idea of the set lists the musicians intend playing, and to check whether they can perform any special requests. Studying photographs of the band in action will give an idea of the presentation standards of the group, as a professional stage look can be as important to an audience as the music.

At London Soul, our experienced 12 piece band can provide all your musical needs, and for any occasion.