Chris G Swing/pop soloist

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The guide prices below are for events within 25 miles of Wigan, Greater Manchester. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
Local Gigs: from £558
Michael BublĂ© style gig: from £620
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About / Biography

Chris G has performed at hundreds of events - with corporate clients like Landrover, Mercedes Benz and Bmw and alongside celebrity names such as Dennis Taylor, Derren Brown, Jim Davidson etc

He sings a wide repertoire of songs providing authentic and warm vocals to Michael Buble rep, ratpack classics as well as being able to bring to the dance floor hits like 'Superstition', 'All night Long!' and 'September'.

Chris also regularly performs as a piano vocalist and can sing and play material for your wedding ceremony, drinks reception or full evening event.

Reviews (16)

There are currently 16 user ratings for Chris G

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Wigan, Greater Manchester

Will travel up to 225 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 225 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 25 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.

Mack the knife

Haven't met you yet

Night and Day

Me and Mrs Jones

A wink and a smile

Home

How sweet it is

Sway

Save the last dance

I only have eyes for you

Crazy little thing called love

Moonriver

That's life

Fly me to the moon

Come fly with me

half the world away

Blackbird

Isn't she lovely

Easy to love

For once in my life

That's Amore

New york, New york

Can't take my eyes off you

All night long

September

Dance the night away

Superstition

I'm a believer

Just seventeen

Twist and shout

Relight my fire

Mustang Sally

Stuck in the middle

Higher and Higher

Brown eyed girl

Daydream believer

Sweet Caroline

Heartache tonight

Feeling Good

and more . . . ..

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

I need enough room to set up a PA system and sufficent power, 2 x 13 amp sockets, parking preferred


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Full professional PA system, and if appropriate Lighting for stage


What information do you require about a venue?

As much info beforehand is useful. Is venue easily accessible? parking? Is it ground floor or use of a lift?
Is there a sound limiter?


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

happy to provide a Spotify playlist before set 1 and in the break, additional fees for music played after last set!

Frequently Asked Questions

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

I'm not sure i could pick a 'best' gig but I have performed at some stunning venues from bespoke hotels in Norway, Corsica and Mallorca to the international embassies and central London hotspots!


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

My music is influenced by a love of jazz and swing music and my sound is a natural fit with Michael Buble, who I regularly get told i sound 'just like!'


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

I have performed as a soloist, instrumentalist, member of a variety of bands. I have a degree in Music and teach piano in the day time and have worked alongside the industry training vocalists (Ray Quin, Marcus Collins, Eton Road) who have appeared on talent shows like The X factor (some reaching the finals)


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

I love lots of styles of events, the energy from playing alongside terrific musicians can be invigorating! I love to sing for crowds who love a party and have lots of fun interacting with a lively audience!

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

We arrive as requested, giving an hour minimum to set up equipment and soundcheck


Are you happy to perform outside?

Outside is ok if the great British Weather is on our side, but a plan B is usually considered . .


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

Repertoire can be tailored somewhat but there is a core of tunes that I/we usually perform


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

professional/warm/charismatic with an easy confidence/interactive/fun

Recent Clients

Chris G has performed for these clients:

Disney's Wedding Season featured in episode

Mercedes Benz

Landrover

Goldsmiths

Warner Hotels

Bmw

The Russian Embassy

B & M foods

Celebrity wedding

Liverpool football club

London art gallery

Hilton Hotels

and more . . . .

Venues

Chris G has performed at these venues:

The Stables - The John Dankworth theatre

Pizza in the Park

The Midland Hotel, Manchester

Liverpool football club

Everton football club

Penelopes, Birkdale

Annabel's

The Russian Embassy

Nunsmere Hall

The Monastery

Liverpool Town Hall

New Brighton theatre

and more . . .

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Recording Session

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Jazz

Cabaret

Latin Jazz

Postmodern Jukebox Jazz

Swing

Pop

Features:

PAT tested

Lighting system included

Instrumental

Male & female vocalists

Public liability insurance

DJ / background music options

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

Male vocalist

Uses backing tracks

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