The exciting duo Side by Side has been taking the music world by storm. Their take on pop songs from the past 60 years has definite post modern jukebox vibes but also their own unique re-jazzed sound.
No backing tracks here, just live piano and two outstanding vocalists.
Mandi Harkett brings her vintage look and sound to the fore with her vintage Heil microphone and vocals to die for. She has been astounding audiences around the world and is very much in demand.
Multi instrumentalist George Bartle plays a mean piano as well as adding his own smooth vocal sound to the mix. George has performed around the world individually as well as in collaboration with Mandi.
They have performed together for the past 8 years and their onstage chemistry is undeniable. So, whether you're after the perfect accompaniment to your champagne brunch or some jazz for a sit-down dinner or party, Side by Side has got you covered.
Based in Tonbridge, Kent
Our set-list is always growing, but this is a small sample of the variety that we can offer….
Ace of Spades - Motörhead
Beat it - Michael Jackson
Creep - Radiohead
Dance Monkey - Tones & I
Everybody’s Wants to Rule the World - Tears for Fears
Feel it Still - Portugal. The Man.
Feelin’ Good - Nina Simone
Fever - Peggy Lee
Gangsta’s Paradise - Coolio
Halo - Beyoncé
I’m Still Standing - Elton John
Karma Chameleon - Culture Club
Let me Entertain You - Robbie Williams
Livin’ on a Prayer - Bon Jovi
Mercy - Duffy
MoonDance - Van Morrison
Oops! I did it again - Britney Spears
Paranoid - Black Sabbath
Seven Nation Army - The White Stripes
Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
Simply the Best - Tina Turner
Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics
Titanium - David Guetta, Sia
Total Eclipse of the Heart - Bonnie Tyler
Toxic - Britney Spears
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
What was I made for? - Billie Eilish
Wonderwall - Oasis
Also jazz standards such as:
All of me
Beyond the Sea
Blue Moon
Button up your Overcoat
Cry me a River
Dream a little Dream
Fly me to the Moon
Have you met Miss Jones?
I thought about you
I’ve got you under my skin
L-O-V-E
Moon river
Side by Side
Sunny side of the street
They can’t take that away from me
What’ll I do?
We can provide our own equipment including PA, piano, microphones and all our electrical equipment is PAT tested.
We require a performance space of at least 2 metres deep x 3 metres wide. One 13 amp power socket and 1 parking space close to the venue.
We provide all PA sound equipment and can bring some simple lighting if required.
We need to find out where to load in equipment, any stairs or steps and anything that might help us to find a tricky-to-find location!
We can play background music through our PA between sets of you would like.
We have performed in venues from the Royal Albert Hall, O2 and Glastonbury festival as well as country houses, pubs, jazz clubs, champagne bars and many private events. We love interacting with our audiences and any gig that enables us to do this is a highlight for us!
We have been inspired by Post Modern Jukebox and so many pop artists over the past 60 years. We particularly love performing our version of Feel it Still by Portugal. The Man. who commented on our video of their song saying they “love it!”. We’ll take that!
Both Mandi and George have a background in classical music, jazz and musical theatre. We have performs around the world with many different orchestra, bands and theatre companies.
We love background music events when we can have some interaction with the audience.
We can be set up and ready to play in around 30 mins.
We typically play 2 x 45 minute sets but can be very flexible with this to suit your requirements.
Yes - we are happy to perform outside but need shade and power close to the performance area. Obviously, because we use electrical equipment, the weather needs to be fine!!!
We have a set repertoire list, but are very happy to learn specific songs in collaboration with the client. We would usually limit this to 2 or 3 requests. We’re happy to play a mixture of songs from our set list of happy to discuss the client’s requirements in advance.
We have been described as
“Pure magic”
“A classy act”
“A compact Post Modern Jukebox. A toe-tapping, finger-clicking evening of songs you know, but not as you know them!”
“ What a brilliant duo. George and Mandi do not disappoint with their wonderful arrangements of some classic songs with a fabulous jazz twist. Spine tingling vocals from both of them, a real class act.”
Yes! Provided it is in good condition and regularly tuned, we are happy to use your piano. We have done this at many functions in private homes. George has enjoyed Steinways, Blüthners and Yamahas across the land!!
Mostly private clients for weddings and party events
The Mole Hole, Kent
The Guildhall, Faversham
Bistro Marie, Kent
The Grapevine Champagne Bar, Rye
The Gardens, Yalding
Kings Lynn Golf Club
Dover Yacht Club