Graham Russ Solo Vocalist & Guitarist : Exceptional Live Music for your event or occasion!

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Available to book from £120. For an accurate quote please make an enquiry.

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An accomplished, versatile guitarist with an impressive vocal range, Graham's ability to perform a wide variety of tasteful hits across the decades and genres continues to delight wedding, corporate event and private party guests across the South of England. With over 10 years experience performing solo and in various wedding and function bands, Graham has developed a keen ability to adapt and reinvent songs to suit any occasion, from beautiful, soft instrumental sets to engaging party sessions guaranteed to get guests dancing and singing! From Ray Charles to The Red Hot Chilli Peppers, David Bowie to Daft Punk, The Beatles to Bob Marley, Aretha to Kylie; Graham ensures each clients musical needs are catered for whether you're enjoying your fist dance as a married couple or dancing the night away with your friends!

Besides the usual wedding, civil ceremonies, birthday and private function gigs, Graham has enjoyed playing at iconic venues such as The Troubadour, Exeter Cathedral, Portsmouth Guildhall and The London Roundhouse as well as reaching the final stages of ʻLive & Unsigned’ as a solo performer.

From wedding receptions to surprise birthday parties, hen doo's and corporate events, Graham's extensive repertoire, adaptability and professional approach is certain to make it memorable!


Set-Up Options

> Acoustic A cappella - perfect for small events/gatherings in intimate venues.

> Dual amplified - Ideal for mid-sized events, background music or venues with noise restrictions.

> Full PA - the full whammy for mid - large size parties!

Also happy to perform specific songs for special occasions (ceremonies, proposals etc), either selected from repertoire or requested to be learnt in advance.

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Reasons to book:

> Experienced, versatile singer and guitarist.

> Extensive repertoire covering variety of genres and styles.

> Range of sound setup options to suit any venue, including dual amplified or full PA set-up.

> Full Public Liability Insurance coverage.

> Special song requests accepted.*

*minimum of 2 weeks notice required.

Reviews (38)

There are currently 38 user ratings for Graham Russ

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Pulborough, West Sussex

Will travel up to 50 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 50 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 10 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.

** 00's & Current **

Adele - Make You Feel My Love

Amy Winehouse - Mr Magic

Amy Winehouse - Valerie

Bruno Mars - Marry You

Charlie Puth - Attention

Daft Punk - Get Lucky

Ed Sheeran - Hearts Don't Break Around Here

Ed Sheeran - Castle on the Hill

Elbow - One Day Like This

Ellie Goulding - Love Me Like You Do

Eva Cassidy - Over The Rainbow

Florence & The Machine - You Got The Love

George Ezra - Shotgun

Jack Johnson - Better Together

James Morrison - Better Man

Jason Mraz - I'm Yours

John Legend - All Of Me

Jonas Blue/Stellar/Payne - Polaroid

Justin Timberlake - Rock Your Body

Kings Of Leon - Use Somebody

Kylie Minogue - Can't Get You Out Of My Head

Lumineers - Ho Hey !

Maroon 5 - Moves Like Jagger

Michael Bublé - Haven't Met You Yet

Outkast - Hey Ya!

Pharrell Williams - Happy

Rag n Bone Man - Human

Red Hot Chili Peppers - I Could Die For You

Sam Smith - Dancing With A Stranger

The Killers - All These Things That I've Done

The Strokes - Someday

The White Stripes - Fell In Love With A Girl

Toploader - Dancing In The Moonlight

Tom Walker - Better Half of Me

** 90's **

Eric Clapton - Old Love

Finley Quaye - Your Love Gets Sweeter

Foo Fighters - Everlong

Green Day - Time Of Your Life

Incubus - Drive

Jeff Buckley - Hallelujah

Madness - It Must Be Love

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Red Right Hand

Nirvana - About A Girl

Oasis - Don't Look Back In Anger

Oasis - Wonderwall

Paul Weller - You Do Something To me

Radiohead - High & Dry

Red Hot Chili Peppers - Under The Bridge

Robbie Williams - Angels

Savage Garden - To The Moon & Back

Stereophonics - I Wouldn't Believe Your Radio

Sting - Fields Of Gold

The Bluetones - Slight Return

The Spice Girls - Say You'll Be There

Tom Waits - Picture In A Frame

The Wannadies - You & Me Song

** 80's **

Bob Marley - Could You Be Loved

Bruce Springsteen - Dancing In The Dark

Bryan Adams - Summer of '69

Bryan Ferry - Slave To Love

Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over

Cyndi Lauper - Time After Time

Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers - Islands In The Stream

Elton John - I'm Still Standing

Erasure - A Little Respect

Lionel Richie - All Night Long

Luther Vandross - Never Too Much

Madness - Baggy Trousers

Pixies - Where Is My Mind?

Queen - Crazy Little Thing Called Love

Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up

Roy Orbison - You Got It

Stevie Wonder - Master Blaster (Jammin')

The Bangles - Eternal Flame

The Human League - Don't You Want Me

The Jam - Town Called Malice

The La's - There She Goes

The Police - Every Breath You Take

The Proclaimers - I'm Gona Be (500 Miles)

The Smiths - The Boy With The Thorn In His Side

The Undertones - Teenage Kicks

Tracy Chapman - Fast Car

** 70's **

Al Green - Let's Stay Together

Bill Withers - Ain't No Sunshine

Bob Marley - Three Little Birds

Bob Marley - Is This Love

Carpenters - We've Only Just Begun

Cat Stevens - Morning Has Broken

Cat Stevens - Wild World

David Bowie - Starman

Eric Idle - Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life

Elvis - Burning Love

Fleetwood Mac - You Make Loving Fun

Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive

James Taylor - Don't Let Me Be Lonely Tonight

James Taylor - You've Got A Friend

Johnny Nash - I Can See Clearly Now

John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads

John Lennon - Imagine

John Martyn - May You Never

Neil Diamond - Cracklin' Rosie

Neil Young - Heart Of Gold

Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here

Queen - You're My Best Friend

Rod Stewart - Maggie May

Simon & Garfunkel - The Boxer

Stealers Wheel - Stuck In The Middle

Stevie Wonder - Knocks Me Off My Feet

T-Rex - I Love To Boogie

The Clash - Guns of Brixton

The Commodores - Three Times A Lady

The Eagles - Hotel California

The Faces - Ooh La La

The Police - Walking On The Moon

The Rolling Stones - Wild Horses

The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again

Thin Lizzy - Whisky In The Jar

Van Morrison - Moondance

** 60's **

Andy Williams - Moon River

Aretha Franklin - I Say A Little Prayer

Ben E King - Stand By Me

Bill Haley & His Comets - Shake, Rattle & Roll

Bob Dylan - Blowin' In The Wind

Bobby Hebb - Sunny

Dion - The Wanderer

Ella Fitzgerald - Dream A Little Dream Of Me

Elvis - Can't Help Falling In Love

Fleetwood Mac - Black Magic Woman

Frank Sinatra - Fly Me To The Moon

Frankie Valli & The 4 Seasons - Can't Take My Eyes Off of You

Gerry & The Pacemakers - You'll Never Walk Alone

Glen Campbell - Wichita Lineman

James Taylor - Something In The Way She Moves

Jeff Beck -Hi Ho Silver Lining

Jimi Hendrix - All Along The Watchtower

Jimi Hendrix - Little Wing

Jimi Hendrix - The Wind Cries Mary

Johnny Cash - Ring of Fire

Kenny Rogers - Just Dropped In

Louis Armstrong - We Have All The Time In The World

Louis Prima - I Wana Be Like You

Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline

Neil Young - Cinnamon Girl

Nina Simone - Feeling Good

Nina Simone - I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free

Otis Redding - Sittin' On The Dock

Sam Cooke - A Change Is Gonna Come

Simon & Garfunkel - Mrs Robinson

Steppenwolf - Born To Be Wild

Stevie Wonder - My Cherie Amour

The Animals - House Of The Rising Sun

The Beach Boys - God Only Knows

The Band - The Weight

The Beatles - Hard Days Night

The Beatles - Help!

The Beatles - Here Comes The Sun

The Beatles - Here, There & Everywhere

The Beatles - Hey Jude

The Beatles - I Saw Her Standing There

The Beatles - Can't Buy Me Love

The Beatles - In My Life

The Beatles - Let It Be

The Beatles - She Loves You

The Beatles - With A Little Help From My Friends

The Beatles - Yesterday

The Drifters - Under The Boardwalk

The Impressions - People Get Ready

The Kinks - All Day & All Of The Night

The Kinks - Waterloo Sunset

The Mamas & The Papas - California Dreamin'

The Monkees - I'm A Believer

The Rolling Stones - (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction

The Rolling Stones - Jumpin' Jack Flash

The Rolling Stones - Play With Fire

The Temptations - My Girl

Tom Jones - Delilah

Tom Jones - Green Green Grass of Home

Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl

** 30's - 50's **

Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife

Bobby Darin - Beyond The Sea

Buddy Holly - Everyday

Dean Martin - Singin' In The Rain

Ella Fitzgerald - Ain't Misbehavin'

Ella Fitzgerald - Summertime

Fats Domino - Blueberry Hill

Harry McClintock - Big Rock Candy Mountains

Johnny Cash - A Satisfied Mind

Johnny Mathis - Twelfth of Never

Nat King Cole - Unforgettable

Nat King Cole - When I Fall In Love

Nina Simone - Love Me Or Leave Me

Ray Charles - I Got A Woman

Vera Lynn - We'll Meet Again

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Parking/unloading space close to venue/performance space.
Power socket(s) if amplified or bringing full PA system.
Small table (min 70 x 50cm) and performance space (min 2 x 2m)


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Basic disco lights


What information do you require about a venue?

Parking, power sockets available, cover or contingency cover if outdoors gig, main point of contact for venue


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

Yes, between sets if booking full PA.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Highlights include performing at The Roundhouse London, Exeter Cathedral, Portsmouth Guildhall and an RNLI station in Cornwall!

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Set Options:

1 x 45min set (over 1 hour period)
1 x 1 hour set (over 90min period)
2 x 45 min sets (0ver 2 hour period)
2 x 1 hour sets (over 2.5 hour period)
3 x 45 min sets (over 3 hour period)

Also available for shorter bespoke sets (wedding 1st dance, ceremonies, function instrumental music etc).

Setup:

25mins set up for acoustic dual amplifier.

1 hour set up for full PA system.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes, absolutely , provided there is a power source / extension option and contingency cover for rain (this is the UK after all!)


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

Clients can absolutely select specific songs from songlist in advance. Can also learn new material (1-3 songs) in advance given enough notice.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

"A fantastic guitarist with a vast repertoire." | "Everyone was most impressed by his range of music and talent." | "He was also an excellent communicator with our guests who all commented on the wonderful singing voice." | "A delight to work with, the process of booking was seamless and I would recommend him to anyone."

Recent Clients

Graham Russ has performed for these clients:

Millbridge Court - Frensham, Surrey, UK

Springbok Farm Estate, Surrey, UK

The Millings Residential Home, Surrey, UK

CraftBrews UK, Farnham

Elementit-E oy, Kouvola, FINLAND

Kent Scouts, Maidstone, UK

RNLI, Cornwall, UK

Exeter Cathedral, Devon, UK

Harbour Hotels, UK

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