Posts Tagged ‘soul music’

Soul Bands are Great for any Function

Saturday, July 9th, 2011

The most important aspect of any function is the music. Music helps to create a suitable atmosphere, therefore if you want your function to be lively, your choice of music will need to be upbeat and funky. Conversely, if your function is to be a more intimate affair then you will most likely want music that is more laid back and relaxed. Whichever type of music will best suit your event, there is no better way to deliver it than with live function bands.

It is generally quite hard to find musical genres which function bands can play at both upbeat and relaxed functions. For example, hard rock may be good for an 18th birthday party but it is unlikely to go down so well at a corporate function. Thankfully, there is one genre of music which can suit practically any type of function or celebration. Soul.

Soul music is universally enjoyed by people of all ages and musical tastes. Tracks by the likes of James Brown, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and many others are known and loved the world over. These songs are legendary, and hearing them played by live soul bands that have a passion for the music is a real treat.

Here at London Soul, we are widely recognised as one of the best live soul bands around. For more information or to book us for your next function, get in touch with us today.

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Heart and Soul of Rock and Roll

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010

London Soul reaches the parts that other party bands cannot reach because they really put all of their heart and soul into their stunning live performances. Many live bands simply think it is enough to turn up at a venue, perform the agreed set competently and then collect their cash at the end of the night, regardless of whether a single person has been moved enough to step on the dance floor. There is nothing more embarrassing than having booked a party band who simply do not have it, lacking soul, rock and roll or anything else.

Real artists want to deliver each and every time. The need to connect with their audiences is a part of the fabric of their being. Emotional connection through powerful music and stunning vocals leads to physical connection. The desire to get up and dance, chat, bond, laugh and express yourself in the company of friends, family and even relative strangers. Party bands such as London Soul have this special ability in spades. Their performances are tight, precise and professional but they have that essential something extra, that true soul power which allows them to connect with any audience.

London Soul have a reputation as being a truly outstanding band, and so anyone searching for live bands to perform at a function or party, then there is no excuse not to contact them. You and your guests will be glad you did.

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Sweet Soul Music

Friday, September 10th, 2010

There is something about soul music which just makes you want to get up and dance: when you hear great soul bands, you cannot help getting up to get down. A wedding should be a celebration, and the entertainment at the reception should be second to none. Some wedding bands play the same old hits and keep the dance floor empty as guests yawn and chatter, but London Soul are different, very different. They are a multi award winning twelve piece band who blast out hit after hit from every era.

Like all the great soul bands, London Soul know when it is time to get the couples together for some slow jams, such as Try a Little Tenderness by Otis Redding, a tune thats bound to bring some sweet emotion to the proceedings. London Soul are one of the most versatile wedding bands in the world, effortlessly moving from big band rat pack classics to disco smash hits, soul standards and modern dance floor fillers. They are sure to attract people on to the dancefloor.

They can effortlessly adapt their playlist to any event, playing selections from a mixture of genres or a show dedicated to guests favourite type of music. Miles Davis said there are only two types of music: good and bad. London Soul exclusively play the good kind. So, if you want your event to swing, rock, and sway with soulful tunes interpreted by wonderful musicians and excellent vocalists; then look no further than London Soul.

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Looking For A Soul Band?

Friday, January 15th, 2010

There are a number of things which you should do when looking for a soul band. On a list of to do things, the top item should be getting an affordable and high quality company to provide you with soul bands.

This may not be a difficult feat as there are many companies which offer such as service. However, what is important is to make sure that you are dealing with a reputable company, and this can be more difficult to distinguish from others. If you use the internet, you would find out that companies such as London Soul will give you the best in terms of soul bands.

It is also important that you establish if the soul band’s repertoire would accommodate the tastes of your guests. Another thing is that if you have gone through these two steps and you are happy, then the third step should be to book early.

What you should also look at

It is also important when looking for soul bands to make sure that you know what they will provide. You should also be in a position to know what the size of the band is. It would not make sense to have a very large band in a very small venue. This will make sure that there is enough room for the band to do its job. If you follow the steps mentioned above, then there is no way you will get it wrong.

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Soul Bands Appeal To Any Generation

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009

When it comes to a special celebration, the most important part of the function is the music. The music performed by function bands creates the atmosphere, so if you want an upbeat atmosphere your choice of music will be fast paced and funky. When you have a more intimate or calmer function, the type of music that you will select for live bands to perform will be much more relaxing.

Most functions, whether it is a wedding, work event or birthday party, often have music that will get guests moving and grooving. While hip-hop and hard rock do not appeal to everyone, soul bands offer music that will get everyone on the dance floor.

No matter how old you are, soul music seems to unite. The songs of Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross and many more is the music that many people grew up on and so, will always remain classics. While you could play the CD’s of soul singers at your event, nothing beats hearing it live with performances by soul bands.

Celebrate with soul bands

Soul bands are very much available for parties and functions. Because soul music is so highly requested, these soul bands are constantly booked for events.

London soul is one such band that plays amazing soul music. We know what the audience wants and surely know what gets them out of their seats. The soul classics we play, always seems to bring up good memories of where they were in the 70’s or the parties back in the day.

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