George Ritchie Soul and Swing singer.

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About / Biography

George starred in the West End production of BUDDY in the role of Ritchie Valens and was previously a contestant on the X Factor, he continues to thrill audiences with his abilitry to create unforgetable experiences for those wanting to celebrate any occasion and always within the clients budget.

George performs regularly at events both in the UK & abroad and at venues that have included The Ritz hotel in Piccadilly and the IVY restaurant in London but also in carehomes and at private house parties.

Here are just a few of his many five star reviews

“George sang for our wedding reception last night, and he was perfect! Not just an amazing singer and performer, but a real professional Thank you George!

Rachel B. Reading

George performed at my 50th birthday celebration, he was outstanding and we would highly recommend him!

P. Wheatley / Bishops Storford

“Superb singer and entertainer, a charismatic performer, perfect for any special event. George creates a wonderful atmosphere!

Mark O. Isle Of White.

George performed at our birthday celebration at the IVY restaurant in London keeping us entertained all night with a selection of fabulous songs, the Sinatra duet with our dad was the icing on the cake!

C. Argent / London

Reviews (5)

There are currently 5 user ratings for George Ritchie

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in North London

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 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.

​MOTOWN.

All Night Long - Lionel Richie

My Girl - The Temptations

Cry To Me - Soloman Burke

Let's Stay Together - Al Green

I Can't Help Myself - The Four Tops

Tired Of Being Alone - Al Green

For Once In My Life - Stevie Wonder

You Are The Sunshine Of My Life - Steve Wonder

You To Me Are Everything - The Real Thing

Stand By Me - Ben E KIng

Reach Out {I'll be there} - Four Tops

My Cherie Amour - Stevie Wonder

Rock The Boat - The Hues Corporation

Three Little Birds - Bob Marley

One Love - Bob Marley

L O V E. - Nat King Cole

Signed Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder

​​CABARET / FEEL GOOD ANTHEMS.

GOLD - Spandau Ballet

I’m Still Standing - Elton John

Can’t Take My Eyes Off You - Andy Williams

Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley

Copacabana - Barry Manilow

My Girl - The Temtations

Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps - Doris Day

Delilah - Tom Jones

La Bamba - Ritchie Valens

Spanish Eyes - Johnny Mathis

What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong

Your Song - Elton John

Waiting For The Day- George Michael

Close To You - Carpenters

Angels -Robbie Williams

Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond

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RAT PACK CLASSICS.

L.O.V.E - Nat King Cole

That’s Life - Sinatra

You Make Me Feel So Young - Sinatra

I've Got You Under My Skin - Sinatra

Sway - Michael Buble

The Summer Wind - Sinatra

Fly Me To The Moon - Sinatra

Come Fly With Me - Sinatra

That's Amore - Dean Martin

Cry Me A River - Julie London

You're NobodyTil Somebody Loves You

Blue Moon

Mambo Italiano

Dream A Little Dream

My Way - Sinatra

The Way You Look Tonight - Sinatra

Light My Fire - Will Young

(Encore) - My Way / Sinatra

ELVIS

That's Alright Mamma

Suspicious Minds

Blue Suede Shoes

Now and Then [Theres A Fool Such As I]

Good Luck Charm

Teddy Bear

Stuck On You

Return To Sender

Marie's The Name

It's Now Or Never

I Just Can't Help Believing

The Wonder Of You

A Big Hunk O' Love

Don't Cry Daddy

An American Trilogy

CHRISTMAS 2025

A Selection of popular Christmas songs in the month of December

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Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Basic electricity supply and a space of 8 metres x 5 metres and a parking space for one car.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

All sound and lighting equipment provided.


What information do you require about a venue?

Anything you wish to share.


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

Yes, happy to DJ between sets and/or provide background music.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Serenading a bride and groom on a red route-master bus outside the Ritz hotel in London.


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

Joe Longthorne, Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, George Michael.

Greatest song of all time for me would have to be My Way.


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

I started singing from a young age and progressed into West End musical theatre, TV shows such as the X Factor, then on to becoming pro and setting up my own business.


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

I love performing at Weddings and Anniversaries or any celebratory event.


Are you happy to allow speeches using your microphone?

Absolutely!

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Approx ne hour before the concert event.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes, happy to perform outside on any flat surface with an electricity supply.


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

Happy to accommodate any special requests within reason.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Five Stars.


Can you extend your performance time?

Yes of course and happy to be flexible, most of my clients ask me to carry on later, however, there will be an extra hours charge once passed the allotted finishing time.


Are you happy to play the master of ceremony role?

Yes, no problem.


Do you have liability insurance?

Yes.

Recent Clients

George Ritchie has performed for these clients:

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Venues

George Ritchie has performed at these venues:

Novello Theatre / West End

Hippodrome West End

Ritz Hotel /London

The Ivy Restaurant / London

Hyatt Regency Hotel / London

Kings Head Theatre /London

Stantonbury Theatre / Milton Keynes

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Recording Session

Cruise

Virtual Event

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

1950s Music

1960s Music

1970s Music

1980s Music

Jazz

Blues

Cabaret

Swing

Pop

Covers

Rock

Features:

Male vocalist

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