Apollo 5-piece bespoke music curated for your entertainment covering classical to funk!

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Price Guide

The guide prices below are for events in Stroud, Gloucestershire. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
2 x 45 minute sets:
Duo: £726
5 piece: £1888
8 piece : £2537
INCLUDING PA AND INTERMEDIARY MUSIC
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About / Biography

APOLLO consists of 5 talented session musicians who between them have worked and toured with the best in the business. With immaculate vocals led by Carrie, backed by Bill, this classy band transforms popular songs into scintillating upbeat versions of classics you'll want to dance to over and over again.


Do you desire a bigger band? No problem. APOLLO can be augmented by adding male vocals, a saxophonist and a full horn section for that unforgettable concert-style performance. Then again, should you wish for an intimate groove for elegant soirees, the band can provide an excellent instrumental trio lineup of your favourite classics or for that extra special closeness, Carrie on Vox and keyboardist extraordinaire Matt on the Ivories.

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Location

Based in Stroud, Gloucestershire

Will travel up to 225 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 225 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

AT LAST - ETTA JAMES

DREAM A LIL DREAM - MAMAS & PAPAS

L.O.V.E. - NATALIE COLE

STOP THIS TRAIN - JOHN MAYER

HONEYSUCKLE ROSE - DINAH WASHINGTON

YOUNG HEARTS RUN FREE - CANDI STATON

YOU MIGHT NEED SOMEBODY - RANDY CRAWFORD

KNOCK ON WOOD - EDDIE FLOYD

WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT - TINA TURNER

ON THE RADIO - DIANA ROSS

TREASURE- BRUNO MARS

HEART OF GLASS- BLONDIE

CAKE BY THE OCEAN - DNCE

BREAKFAST IN AMERICA - SUPERTRAMP

KID - THE PRETENDERS

NOBODY DOES IT BETTER - CARLY SIMON

UPSIDE DOWN - DIANA ROSS

ROCK N ROLL STAR - TOM PETTY

SUMMER IN THE CITY - JOE COCKER

NEW YORK STATE OF MIND T- BARBARA STREISAND

THINKING OF YOU- SISTER SLEDGE

JOHNNY BE GOODE - CHUCK BERRY

HARD TO HANDLE - OTIS REDDING

LOUISIANA SUNDAY AFTERNOON - DIANA SHURR

GOOD TIMES - CHIC

SHAKE A LIL FOR ME BABY- BONNIE RAIT

I'M SO EXCITED - THE POINTER SISTERS

OLE DEVIL CALLED LOVE - ALISON MOYET

SWEET CHILD OF MINE - GUNS 'N ROSES

BLACK VELVET - ALANNAH MYLES

YOU'VE GOT THE LOVE - FLORENCE AND THE MACHINE

THE LOOK OF LOVE - DUSTY SPRINGFIELD

WARWICK AVENUE - DUFFY

KIDS IN AMERICA - KIM WILDE

BAD GIRLS - DONNA SUMMER

DON'T STOP BELIEVING - JOURNEY

MR BRIGHTSIDE - THE KILLERS

CRAZY - GNARLS BARCLAY

LOST IN MUSIC - SISTER SLEDGE

SUMMER LOVING - GREASE

SOMETHING STUPID - THE SINATRAS

GONE GONE GONE - PLANT AND KRAUSS

CUPID - AMY WINEHOUSE

LOVE SHACK- THE B52'S

SPINNING AROUND- KYLIE

HIT ME BABY ONE MORE TIME - BRITNEY

TEENAGE DIRTBAG - WHEATUS

AIN'T NOBODY - CHAKA KHAN

DISCO INFERNO - THE TRAMMPS

HOT STUFF - DONNA SUMMER

DON'T MESS UP A GOOD THING - BOBBY MCLURE

ALL CRIED OUT - ALISON MOYET

SOMETIMES - BRAND NEW HEAVIES

LOST ON YOU - LP

IT'S MY LIFE - GWEN STEFANI

ISLANDS IN THE STREAM - DUET DOLLY AND KENNY

PINK CADILLAC - NATALIE COLE

TEARDROPS - WOMACK & WOMACK

HANGING ON THE TELEPHONE - BLONDIE

THIS LITTLE GIRL'S GONE ROCKIN - RUTH BROWN

SUMMER OF 69 - BRYAN ADAMS

VALERIE - AMY WINEHOUSE

KING OF THE JUNGLE - FROM THE MUSICAL

MOONDANCE - VAN MORRISON

FAME - IRENE CARA

TURN YOUR LOVE AROUND - GEORGE BENSON

OYE COMO VA - SANTANA

SUPA DUPA - JOSS STONE

GEORGIA - ANNIE LENNOX

SON OF A PREACHER MAN - DUSTY SPRINGFIELD

FEEL LIKE MAKING LOVE - ROBERTA FLACK

CRAZY - PATSY CLINE

FORGET YOU - CEE LO GREEN

SUPERSTITION - STEVIE WONDER

WE ARE FAMILY - SISTER SLEDGE

LOST IN MUSIC - SISTER SLEDGE

ARTHUR'S THEME - CHRISTOPHER CROSS

BOND MEDLEY - SAM SMITH/CARLY SIMON

PERFECT - FAIRGROUND ATTRACTION

WALKING ON SUNSHINE - KATRINA AND THE WAVES

I'VE GOT A WOMAN - RAY CHARLES

CAN'T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU - FRANKIE VALLI

BLINDING LIGHTS - THE WEEKEND

SWEET HOME ALABAMA - LYNRYD SKYNRD

I WISH - STEVIE WONDER

HIGHER AND HIGHER - JACKIE WILSON

PLAY THAT FUNKY MUSIC - WILD CHERRY

DANCING IN THE STREET - MARTHA AND THE VANDELLAS

JUST THE WAY YOU ARE - BILLY JOEL

9-5 - DOLLY

MY BABY JUST CARES FOR ME - NINA SIMONE

NEVER TOO MUCH - GEORGE BENSON

GET LUCKY/HAPPY - PHARRELL WILLIAMS

SEX ON FIRE - KINGS OF LEON

UPTOWN FUNK - BRUNO MARS

I FEEL GOOD - JAMES BROWN

CRAZY LITTLE THING CALLED LOVE - QUEEN

ROLLING IN THE DEEP - ADELE

LOVE IS A ROLLERCOASTER - RONAN KEATING

GENIE IN A BOTTLE - CHRISTINA AGUILERA

EASY LOVER - PHIL COLLINS

SOMETHING GOT ME STARTED - SIMPLY RED

YELLOW - COLDPLAY

STAY WITH ME - JUDIE TSUKE

I JUST WANNA MAKE LOVE TO YOU - ETTA JAMES

PAMELA - TOTO

DON'T SPEAK - GWEN STEFANI

IT'S MY LIFE - GWEN STEFANI

SAILING - CRISS CROSS

ROUTE 66 - NATALIE COLE

DIAMONDS ON THE SOLES OF HER SHOES - SIMON AND GARFUNKEL

HOUND DOG - ELVIS

BOOGIE OOGIE OOGIE - TASTE OF HONEY

MIDNIGHT AT THE OASIS - BRAND NEW HEAVIES

MURDER ON THE DANCEFLOOR- SOPHIE ELLIS BEXTOR

TAKE ME HOME - SOPHIE ELLIS BEXTOR

BODY AND SOUL - ANITA BAKER

STEAMY WINDOWS - TINA TURNER

ROCK WITH YOU - MICHAEL JACKSON

BLINDING LIGHTS - THE WEEKEND

LULLABY OF BIRDLAND - ELLA

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

We require 3 x 13 amp power sockets and four parking spaces.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes we have everything. Fabulous Yamaha powered 15 inch cabinets. 300 watts suitable for 150 people plus quality mixer keyboards.


What information do you require about a venue?

Get in/out exit/entrances. Ease of access. Stairs. Sound limitations. Directions if in the middle of a field. Storage for band gear - break out room.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes we can provide this - either the client can choose their own genre/style or we will provide the correct background ambience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

Too many to choose from!


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Aretha Franklin/Nat King Cole/Duke Ellington/Dua Lipa/Pink Floyd/Supertramp/Coldplay/Tina Turner


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

As a band we have been playing for well over thirty-forty years - we all started around aged six and never stopped.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

Every event holds its magic but we love garden parties or a themed event. Weddings are also so special. We are so focused on our art that our main focus is the happiness of the client and guests.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

We load in at a time that doesn't disturb the guests so that is negotiable but usually around two hours before playing. We set up very quickly and perform on a regular basis 2x45 min sets. This usually goes on longer with encores.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Certainly and with pleasure, as long as it is covered should it rain.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

Absolutely! If we don't know it, we learn it - that's why we are bespoke. Clients are Gods.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Exceptional! Had the place rocking! So many tunes it was possible to choose our favourite! What a night!
We rock whatever the venue and event and bring magic to the occasion.


What is your line-up?

We can be anything you choose - from a sophisticated duo performing soft classics to funky jazz to a rocking 5 piece playing your favourite tunes that will keep the dance floor packed. As a bespoke band, we cater to your wishes. Should you require brass- sax or horns- plus a male vocalist for that wider party band vibe - we have the covered too!


WHAT DO YOU WEAR?

This depends on the venue and the event. Black tie events or garden party attire will vary as expected. But generally, we are a sophisticated bunch of musicians. And always turn up (having loaded the gear in) wearing nicely tailored casual suits. The lead singer might rock up in something a little more outrageous!

Recent Clients

Apollo has performed for these clients:

SAS - Hereford

Tim Rice Glasgow Hilton

Sally Boazman BBC Children in Need

Toga Party - private - Cotswolds

Many wedding receptions

Venues

Apollo has performed at these venues:

Many private functions at owner's homes.

Chalk - Wiltshire

Barbican

Pizza Express - London

Hotels in and around Cotswolds

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