Line-Up: Lead Singer, Guitars x 2, Saxophone, Bass, Drums, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Lead Vocals: Male vocals
Audio
About
Vintage Wedding Band Hire London - The Skill
The Skill are made up of vocals, backing vocals, saxophone, bass, guitars, percussion and drums.
Their reputation as one of the UK’s most exciting live acts has lead to a succession of high profile support slots for artists such as Ronnie Wood, Booker T, James Hunter, Dr. John, Little Feat, and Candy Staton.
The band have also worked with such brands as L’Oreal, Nokia, The London Ambassador Theatre Group, The British Armed Forces and Levis and have played at a huge number or weddings, private events, press nights and launch parties where they never fail to deliver dancing and exemplary musicianship.
The band has also been privileged enough to perform original material at such high profile venues as The Hammersmith Apollo, The Albert Hall, The Notting Hill Arts Club, Glastonbury Festival, Latitude and The London Blues Fest.
The Skill are based in London and are available for bookings around the world.
Repertoire
SOUL
Hard To Handle – Otis Redding Higher & Higher – Jackie Wilson I Feel Good – James Brown Lovely Day – Bill Withers Mustang Sally – Wilson Pickett Satisfaction – Otis Redding Sex Machine – James Brown Soul Man – Sam & Dave Stand By Me – Ben E King Use Me – Bill Withers What’d I Say – Ray Charles Hit The Road Jack – Ray Charles Hallelujah I Love Her So – Ray Charles I Got A Woman – Ray Charles Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison
MODERN
Dancing In The Moonlight - Toploader I'm Yours – Jason Mraz I Need A Dollar – Aloe Blacc Make You Feel My Love - Adele Ordinary People – John Legend Rehab – Amy Winehouse Senorita – Justin Timberlake Sex On Fire – Kings Of Leon Use Somebody - Kings Of Leon Valerie – Amy Winehouse Blurred Lines – Robin Thicke Blame It On Me – George Ezra Pencil Full Of Led – Paulo Nutini I Will Wait – Mumford And Sons Can You Read My Mind – The Killers Mr Brightside – The Killers Yellow – Coldplay Ho Hey – The Lumineers Wagon Wheel – Old Crow Medicine Show Fresh Prince Rap – Will Smith But Then I Got High – Afro Man
MOTOWN
For Once In My Life – Stevie Wonder How Sweet It Is – Marvin Gaye I Heard It Through The Grapevine – Marvin Gaye Signed Sealed Delivered Superstition Stevie Wonder Shake Your Body Down - J5
CLASSICS
Johnny B Good – Chuck Berry Stuck In The Middle – Steelers Wheel Sweet Home Alabama – Lanyard Skynard The Joker – The Steve Miller Band Tutti Fruiti – Little Richard Take It Easy – The Eagles Lay Down Sally - Clapton Teenage Wedding – Chuck Berry Alright Now - Free Cocaine - Clapton Folsom Prison – Jonny Cash Faith – George Michael Shake Your Money Maker Bad Moon Rising - CCR Stuck In The Middle With You Rock Around The Clock – Carl Perkins Walk On The Wild Side – Lou Reed Walk This Way - Aerosmith Knocking On Heavens Door – Bob Dylan Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen Roxanne - Sting Wonderwall - Oasis Valerie - Zutons Here Comes The Sun - Beatles Jail House Rock - Elvis The Weight – The Band
Reggae
54-46 Three Little Birds Don’t Worry About A Thing Take Me Back To Jamaica Funky Kingston
Testimonials
I have book The Skill both for work events and for my own private events...I am never disappointed. These guys are absolutely fantastic and bring a real sense of musicianship and style to any party...Isobel David (Producer, Runaway Entertainment, London)
FAQ
Can you perform first dances? Yes, we can learn and perform songs within reason
Do you provide sound quipment? Yes, a full PA system will be provided
Do you provide lighting? Not as standard, but we can arrange lighting
How long do you normally play for? 2 x 1 hour
Do you play ipods between and after sets? Yes, either our own playlists or yours