Jimmy B Captivating singer-guitarist who delivers electrifying repertoire!

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The guide prices below are for events within 20 miles of North London. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
2 x 45 minute sets within a 2 hour period:
Solo: £420
Duo: £810
Trio: £1430
Quartet: £1820
Quintet: £2210
Background music between sets at no extra charge. Prices are VAT inclusive
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James is a London-based singer-guitarist with over 20 years of experience in the music industry. His passion for music began at a young age and has only grown stronger over the years. With each performance, James brings the heat, delivering a mesmerizing experience that leaves audiences in awe.

His musical style is eclectic, covering a wide range of genres including soul, jazz, and R&B. He has the ability to create a unique sound that is distinctly his own, infusing each performance with his signature style and energy.

James has had the privilege of performing at some of the most prestigious venues in London. He has supported legendary artists such as John Legend. He has also shared the stage with rising stars such as Jorja Smith, Hope Tala, and Big Narstie.

James is a true professional, always striving to perfect his craft and create an unforgettable experience for his audiences. He has a natural ability to connect with people through his music, touching their hearts and souls with every note. His performances are a celebration of the power of music, showcasing his love and passion for the art form.

With his unparalleled talent and experience, James continues to push the boundaries of music and inspire audiences around the world. Whether he is performing on stage or in the studio, he always delivers an electrifying performance that leaves a lasting impression on all who experience it.

Lineups:

Solo - Acoustic Guitar/Singing
Duo - Acoustic Guitar/Singing + Cahon/2nd Singer
Trio. - Electric Guitar/Singer, Drums, Bass
Quartet - Electric Guitar/Singer, Drums, Bass, Keyboard
Quintet Option 1 - Electric Guitar/Singer, Drums, Bass, Keyboard, Saxophone
Quintet Option 2 - Electric Guitar/Singer, Drums, Bass, Saxophone, Trumpet

Reviews (7)

There are currently 7 user ratings for Jimmy B

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in North London

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 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.

2020’s

Bad Habits - Ed Sheeran

Blinding Lights - The Weeknd

Leave The Door Open - Bruno Mars

Stay - Justin Beiber, The Kid LAROI

Thank You Next - Ariana Grande

As it was - Harry Styles

Late Night Talking - Harry Styles

Levitating - Dua Lipa

Watermelon Sugar - Harry Styles

2010’s

Castle On The Hill - Ed Sheeran

Best Part - Daniel Ceasar

Tenesee Whiskey - Chris Stapleton

Adventure of a lifetime - Coldplay

All Of Me - John Legend

Attention - Charlie Puth

Bad Guy - Billie Eilish

Blinding Lights - The Weeknd

Blurred LInes - Robin Thicke

Budapest - George Ezra

Cake By The Ocean - DNCE

Can't Feel My Face - The Weeknd

Can’t Stop The Feeling - Justin Timberlake

Cheerleader - OMI

Counting Stars - One Republic

Don't Start Now - Dua Lipa

Finesse - Bruno Mars

Forget You - Cee Lo Green

Get Lucky - Daft Punk

History - One Direction

How Long - Charlie Puth

I Need A Dollar - Aloe Blacc

I'm Not The Only One - Sam Smith

Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars

Lean On - Major Lazer

Levitating - Dua Lipa

Love Never Felt So Good - Justin Timberlake

Love Yourself - Justin Beiber

Marry You - Bruno Mars

One Dance - Drake

Riptide - Vance Joy

Rolling In The Deep - Adele

Happy - Pharrell Williams

Rude - Magic!

Senorita - Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello

Shape Of You - Ed Sheeran

Shotgun - George Ezra

Sorry - Justin Beiber

Sugar - Maroon 5

Thank You Next - Ariana Grande

The Lazy Song - Bruno Mars

Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran

Touch of you love - Little Mix

Treasure - Bruno Mars

Troublemaker - Olly Murs

Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars

Locked Out of Heaven - Bruno Mars

Shut Up and Dance - Walk The Moon

September Song - JP Cooper

Perfect Strangers - Jonas Blue

This Gril - Kungs vs Cookin on 3 Burners

Love Me Again - John Newman

2000’s

Banana Pancakes - Jack Johnson

Make You Feel My Love - Adele

Beautiful Girls - Sean Kingston

Beggin - Franki Valli

Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

Cry Me a River - Justin Timberlake

Dakota - Stereophonics

Dancing In The Moonlight - Toploader

Empire State Of Mind - Alicia Keys

Fallin - Alicia Keys

If I Ain’t Got You - Alicia Keys

Harder to Breathe - Maroon 5

I'm Yours - Jason Mraz

It Wasn't Me - Shaggy

Mr Brightside - The Killers

Naive - The Kooks

Proud Mary - Tina Turner

Rehab - Amy Winehouse

Senorita - Justin Timberlake

Seven Days - Craig David

Seven Nation Army - The White Stripes

She Will Be Loved - Maroon 5

Somebody Told Me - The Killers

Stacy's Mom - Fountains of Wayne

Take Your Momma - Scissor Sisters

Toxic - Britney Spears

Unwritten - Natasha Bedingfield

Valerie - Amy Winehouse

Wake Me Up - Avicii

Yellow - Coldplay

You've Got The Love - Florence & The Machine

Just Friends - Musiq Soulchild

Put Your Records On - Corinne Bailey Rae

Thinkin Bout You - Frank Ocean

1990’s

All Rise - Blue

Angels - Robbie Williams

Believe - Cher

Bittersweet Symphony - The Verve

Californication - Red Hot Chilli Peppers

Finally - CeCe Peniston

I Want It That Way - Backstreet Boys

I'm outta love - Anastasia

It's Coming Home - Three Lions

Let Me Entertain You - Robbie Williams

Mambo No. 5 - Lou Bega

Man! I Feel Like A Woman - Shania Twain

Mysterious Girl - Peter Andre

No Diggity - Dr. Dre

No Scrubs - TLC

Place Your Hands - Reef

Say My Name - Destiny's Child

She's Electric - Oasis

Everybody (Backstreest Back) - Backstreet Boys

Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus

That Don't Impress Me Much - Shania Twain

Under The Bridge - Red Hot Chilli Peppers

Wannabe - Spice Girls

Wonderwall - Oasis

Feel Like Makin Love - D’Angelo

Spanish Joint - D’Angelo

1980’s

9-5 - Dolly Parton

Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan

All Night Long - Lionel Richie

Don't Stop Believing - Journey

Don't You Want me - The Human League

Everywhere - Fleetwood Mac

Fairytale of New York - The Pogues

Faith - George Michael

Fast Car - Tracy Chapman

Footloose - Kenny Loggins

Get Down On It - Kool and The Gang

Give It Up - KC and Sunshine Band

Happy Birthday - Stevie Wonder

I Want To Break Free - Queen

I'm Still Standing - Elton John

It's Raining Men - The Weather Girls

Kiss - Prince

I Wanna Be Your Lover - Prince

Purple Rain - Prince

Let's Dance - David Bowie

Master Blaster - Stevie Wonder

Never Too Much - Luther Vandross

Party Like It's 1999 - Prince

Power Of Love - Huey Lewis and The News

Purple Rain - Prince

Smooth Criminal - Michael Jackson

Somebody Else's Guy - Jocelyn Brown

Sweet Old Child of Mine - Guns n Roses

The Power Of Love - Huey Lewis and The News

Uptown Girl - Billy Joel

Wake Me Up (Before You Gogo) - Wham!

What's Love Got To Do With It - Tina Turner

You Make My Dreams - Hall & Oates

The Way You Make Me Feel - Michael Jackson

Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams

1970’s

American Pie - Don McLean

Bennie and The Jets - Elton John

Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen

Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen

Crocodile Rock - Elton John

December 63 (Oh What A Night) - Franki Valli and the Four Seasons

Don't Stop Me Now - Queen

Dreams - Fleetwood Mac

Easy - Lionel Richie

Go Your Own Way - Fleetwood Mac

I Wanna Be Your Lover - Prince

I Wish - Stevie Wonder

Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder

Let It Be - The Beatles

Let's Stay Together - Al Green

Long Train Running - Doobie Brothers

Lovely Day - Bill Withers

Piano Man - Billy Joel

Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry

Rock With You - Michael Jackson

Signed Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder

Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder

Somebody to Love - Queen

Stairway To Heaven - Led Zeppelin

Stuck In The Middle With You - Stealers Wheel

Superstition - Stevie Wonder

Take Me Home Country Road - John Denver

Your Song - Elton John

Country Roads - John Denver

Use Me - Bill Withers

1960’s

Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison

Help - The Beatles

Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley

Cry To Me - Solomon Burke

Feeling Good - Nina Simone

Hey Jude - The Beatles

Higher & Higher - Jackie Wilson

I’m A Believer - The Monkees

Satisfaction - The Rolling Stones

Saw Her Standing There - The Beatles

Sittin On the Dock Of The Bay - Otis Redding

Son of a Preacher Man - Dusty Springfield

Soul Man - Sam & Dave

Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond

Twist & Shout - The Beatles

Yesterday - The Beatles

I Say a little prayer for you - Aretha Franklin

Respect - Aretha Franklin

Come Together - The Beatles

It’s Not Unusual - Tom Jones

1950’s

All Shook Up - Elvis Presley

Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis

Hallelujah I just love her so - Ray Charle’s

Johnny B. Goode - Chuck Berry

Money (That's What I Want) - Barrett Song

My Baby Just Cares For Me - Nina Simone

Jailhouse Rock - Elvis

Return To Sender - Elvis

L.O.V.E - Nat King Cole

The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra

Country

Footloose - Kenny Loggins

Tennessee Whiskey - Chris Stapleton

Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd

Stuck In the Middle With You - Stealers Wheel

Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison

Amazed - Lonestar

"Sweet Caroline" - Neil Diamond

Take Me Home Country Roads - John Denver

American Pie - Don McLean

Wagon Wheel - Old Crow Medicine Show

Ring Of Fire - Johnny Cash

Jolene - Dolly Parton

Honky Tonk Woman - The Rolling Stones

Man! I Feel Like A Woman - Shania Twain

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Please ensure that there is at least one 13 amp socket available for the solo gig, and two sockets for the trio to quintet bands.


Additionally, if you are booking more than two musicians, a dressing room would be required.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

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


What information do you require about a venue?

Any directions to help me find the venue and if there is a separate loading in area would be greatly appreciated.


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

Yes, happy to play music from Spotify before, after and between my sets. Happy to choose one of my playlists or let the client choose the music.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

One of the highlights of my career was rocking the stage as the opening act for the incredible John Legend at the iconic 02 Arena! The energy was electric, and the venue's grandeur added to the magic of the night.


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

I draw my inspiration from legendary artists like Queen, whose timeless hits continue to shape my sound and style. If I had to pick one favorite, it's definitely 'Killer Queen'—a true masterpiece!


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

With over a decade of experience igniting crowds at various events, I've honed my craft to perfection. It all began during my university days, where I kicked off my journey by turning house parties into unforgettable musical experiences!


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

There's nothing quite like the vibe of a wedding reception—it's where love, joy, and music come together in perfect harmony! The upbeat atmosphere, the warmth of the sun, and the sheer excitement of entertaining guests make it an absolute blast every single time.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Our standard arrival time is 6 PM, and the designated finish time is midnight.
We apply an additional charge per hour per musician for any performance extending past midnight.

Setup/pack down:


30 minutes (Solo or duo)
1.5 hours (Full band)


Are you happy to perform outside?

Hhappy to play outside but ask for shade, a flat level surface and a power supply close to the performance area.


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

I can learn specific songs before the event but we usually limit this to 5 songs. The clients are welcome to pick a set list from our repertoire or let us choose the music for them.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Clients often share their positive experiences, noting that my performances are lively and engaging. I'm known for being flexible and easy to work with, ensuring that each event runs smoothly. My approachable and professional manner helps create a comfortable atmosphere for everyone involved. And when it comes to song selection, I take pride in choosing tunes that resonate with the audience and keep the energy high throughout the night.

Recent Clients

Jimmy B has performed for these clients:

American Express

GoCardless

Pfizer

NHS

GoCardless

Goodwille

Film & Charity TV

Tyrrell's Crisps

Venues

Jimmy B has performed at these venues:

Quaglinos

Bardo St. James

The Ritz

The Brewery

Annabels

Eastcheap Records

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