Reviews of Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’

53 reviews, rated 10/10 on average

Lorna Duff (Taunton MAG) 17 Jun 2026
10/10

Mark recently played for us at our annual motorcycle rally, keeping us entertained all night.

Mark is a fantastic vocalist and his passion for music and the tracks he performs is very apparent with each and every note he sings. We loved the mix of songs included in each of the sets and also had the pleasure of listening to a few of Mark's own penned tunes too, which by the way, were exceptionally good. Dave on cajon blended seamlessly with the acoustic guitar and vocals making it an overall fabulous evening had by all.

In addition, both Mark and Dave are genuinely nice guys and went out of their way to make sure our evening of music was nothing but the best. Thank you both.

Sam Dibling (Birthday party) 24 May 2026
10/10

We had a fantastic experience with Mark, from the moment he started singing, he created such a wonderful atmosphere and had everyone smiling enjoying the night.

His Voice was really good and had great song choices for my mums 80th birthday. Very professional, friendly and accommodating throughout the whole evening. He really helped make mums birthday unforgettable and so many of our guests commented how brilliant he was !

We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him for any special occasion - thank you for helping create such precious memories for our family 😊

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Thank you so much Sam, your words really warmed my heart. I try & read reviews as if I'm not involved in it & reading this I was like wow the guy did a good job,which makes me really happy! You have a lovely family, I hope you guys have a great weekend.
Danielle Bennett (Wedding) 29 Sept 2024
10/10

I book my wedding music through here, grouvcat, and he was absolutely amazing. Great set list and brilliant vocals. He truely went above and beyond, even learnt a song especially for our first dance. Can not recommend more, everyone at the wedding said how good he was.
He was totally unfazed by the children that attended dancing around and generally being crazy.
Thank you again for a wonderful ending to our wedding day.

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Thank you very much Danielle, I worked really hard on your first dance song & to know it met your approval means the world to me. I hope you & Lee have a wonderful life together.
Lorraine Shaz (3 day Festival) 9 Jul 2024
10/10

Fab gig at Porlock Weir Festival. 2nd time of seeing Grouvecat and fab performances on both . Great musician and singer .. Mesmerising to watch . Cant wait until next time !

Jane Lewis (HDC rally Minehead) 29 Jul 2023
10/10

So good, really enjoyed the set, can't recommend enough

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Hello Jane, Thank you very much for your review, I hope you catch us again at another rally! Have a good week!
Anna James (Private party) 30 Aug 2022
10/10

Mark was brilliant, we had all ages from 1 to 91 and everyone commented on how good he was, brilliant collection of songs highly recommend

Dunstan house inn 14 Nov 2021
10/10

We hired grouvecat for our live music fridays and he rocked the place . The feedback from our customers was awesome and many asking when he'll be back and the answer was yes hopefully in the new year.

Gill Tarver (Post wedding chill out party) 8 Sept 2021
10/10

Awesome, just a brilliant afternoon with Mark singing and playing guitar at our day after wedding chill out. We wanted something relaxed and fun to listen too. I grew up with music all around me and my dad was lead guitarist in his own band when I was growing up, dad is a great guitarist, so when he said he thought Mark was brilliant and really enjoyed just sitting and watching I need we were onto a winner! Mark was friendly, unobtrusive and just a total professional with a relaxed vibe which fit our day perfectly!! Thank you again....

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Hello Gill, Thank you for your amazing review! You guys were super cool to play for, I hope you guys have a great life together & you enjoyed Lyme Regis!
Tom Fenn (Private wedding) 4 Sept 2021
10/10

Mark played our wedding on the 1st of August at Hestercombe gardens, and we could not have been happier. Really easy to deal with and a seriously talented bloke.

He was able to adapt our first dance song into an acoustic version which was perfect, then followed it up with a great mix of rock covers which had everyone on the dance floor!

His setup with all the lights etc really created a great atmosphere and we got loads of feedback from guests about how much they had enjoyed the music.

We’d hire grouvecat again in a heartbeat. If you want great acoustic rock from a guy who can really perform and looks the part as well then Mark is your man!

Thanks for making our evening so awesome!

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Thank you Tom, it was a pleasure playing for your special event, you guys were cool. I hope you have an amazing life together!
James Kempster (Wedding) 4 Sept 2021
10/10

We had Mark for our wedding in St Ives! He was brilliant and couldn’t fault him, great voice, great songs and really added to our special day! Highly recommend! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Hello James, Thank you very much for taking the time to write an amazing review!!
Molly Kempster (Wedding at St Ives Harbour Hotel) 4 Sept 2021
10/10

Couldn’t recommend Mark more! He turned early, was friendly and professional, and most importantly- he’s an incredible musician! His voice sounds even better in real life and we were all captivated. Thank you for making our wedding even more special, and for learning my favourite song!

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Hello Molly, Thank you for taking the time to write an amazing review!!
Emily Ackerman (Private garden party) 5 Jul 2021
10/10

Absolutely brilliant and would highly recommend! Great vocals and the set list was just what we wanted.

Mark was great at listening to what we needed to the run up to the evening, very easy to work and communicate with. When he got to us he was extremely accommodating, especially to the adverse weather conditions we were subject to on the night!

An all round nice guy and brilliant musician. The perfect addition to our party and a great treat. Thank you!

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Hello Emily, Thank you very much for your amazing review! You guys were very friendly & easy to work with. I hope you guys have a great 2021!Have Fun!
Anna Shawcross (Private Party) 27 Feb 2020
10/10

A genuine look and a genuine sound for acoustic rock. Great voice and playing. We found the music lovely to listen to and a real treat. Lots of well know classics. Thanks Grouvecat!

Kirsten Sybil Jeffries-Brimmell (concert @ CICCIC) 12 Jun 2019
10/10

Saw you last night at the CICCIC Center last night. What an evening! A great venue which is nice & intimate. A great crowd of people & great music, what more could you ask for! I could have watched you all night long!

Emma Wellington (concert @ The Walnut Tree) 12 Jun 2019
10/10

WoW!!! Thank you so much for an amazing night!!!!!

Ron Wilson (West Bay) 12 Jun 2019
10/10

A Great gig at West Bay. Good choice of music, we were the brummies who were on your table. We wish you every success & will do our bit to promote you.

Jamie Loosley (manager @ The Terrace) 12 Jun 2019
10/10

Thanks for the awesome gig @ The Terrace. The place was Rocking & everyone had a great time!!!! Hope to have you back soon!

Tim Herriottt 12 Jun 2019
10/10

Look forward to seeing you again! all the best. Tim

Richard Wisbey (Gig @ The Crown) 12 Jun 2019
10/10

Brilliant afternoon, Thank you very much! I look forward to the next time!

Mandy Topham (Concert @ The Railway, Burnham) 12 Jun 2019
10/10

Really Enjoyed seeing/hearing Mark perform Great Music on Sat night!

Sherry Jones (concert at The Swan Kingston) 12 Jun 2019
10/10

Brilliant Musician, Great Songs. Look forward to seeing again.

Leanne Smart (Riders Bristol Harley Davidson) 15 Apr 2019
10/10

Listened to set 1 at Riders of Bristol this morning and I couldn’t fault it!! What a beautifully gravelly/husky voice and knows his way round the guitar! Definitely someone I’d be happy listening to over and over!! And very lovely to speak to afterwards! X

Steve Pilsbury (Concert in Honiton) 15 Apr 2019
10/10

Great night out last night and caught up. With this vocal and guitar genius Mark Buster Mcadam. Always puts on a great show and got to hear a little more of his own work too. Love Soul man, great track.. If you ever get the chance to see him live, highly recomended by me and you'll have a great night of entertainment..and he's a top bloke too.

Sarah Burchett (Sidmouth Arms) 29 Mar 2019
10/10

Mark is like the Love Child of Ray LaMontagne and Gomez. And probably Hozier is his cousin.

John Foster (Organiser of Ilfracombe Rocks/Radio presenter) 20 Nov 2018
10/10

Mark Buster Mcadam
what can i say about this awesome performer ,a true rockvocalistin the trend of
Paul Rodgers with a bit of Plant in there as well
now anyone that knows me knows i dislike accoustic guitar music
but this just totally blows me away , Rock at its best with originalsand verywell done covers thrown in
he plays the guitar as it should be ,powerfully and skilful beyond reproach
Playing the Ilfracombe Rocks Fest
the crowdwere totaly tranfixed by his set ranging from great Rock covers of free and
a stunning version of Billie Jean
love his style his energy his passion , his reputation asone of the leading
Rock vocalists in Europe is well and truly true and can have only been enhanced by his set here
A truly amazing artist that will enlighten any venue he performs in.

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Thank you, For booking me John! Billie Jean is one of my favourites too! Have fun!
Susan Ayton (Ilfracombe Rocks) 20 Nov 2018
10/10

I watched Mark perform at Ilfracombe Rocks and was blown away with his voice and his lyrics! He is a great performer with the capacity to draw the audience in or stop you in your tracks. Mark had a good balance of originals and covers. We all like to hear a familiar song but it’s so great to hear original music too and Mark is competent in both. Well done Mark and look forward to catching another set soon!

Reply from Grouvecat ’Rock The Acoustic’
Thank you for your review Susan!
Jamie Brind (Wedding) 21 Apr 2018
10/10

What a fantastic guy and performer. Played for us for the evening session of our wedding at Clovelly, he learnt our first dance song specially for us which was brilliant, gave a fabulous performance (even letting the bride jam with him on some vocals), was professional, turned up on time, set up with no fuss and had us all dancing the night away. He was brilliant at staying in contact prior to the wedding so we had no worries at all prior to the event. We had an amazing day and Grove Cat was a really special part of that. There were professional musicians who were guests at the wedding and they and the rest of our guests all said how fabulous he was. Spoil yourself people and book Groove Cat - he will rock out your event. Total recommendation!

Mac & Robyn (Wedding (small)) 2 Oct 2017
10/10

Awesomeness! I really can't recommend this guy highly enough. He absolutely WAILS! Tip-top classic-rock guitar repertoire, he got everyone up and playing along with their air-guitars! Created a brilliant atmosphere at our small wedding, he even did a 'duet' with the Best Man. Everyone had a fantastic time, absolutely everyone. Not only does he totally frickin WAIL! Mark also happens to be a really lovely man. So from us, and all our friends and family, Thank you Mark Grouvecat for the perfect end to our magical day. You rock. Keep slayin. Fin.

Ryan Morris (Work Summer Function) 10 Jul 2017
10/10

A great performance from Mark at our work summer function last Thursday. One of 2 singers during the day / evening and he didn't disappoint in any way. An eclectic mix of tunes which everyone enjoyed and danced to. A great voice in a great venue with some lovely people all having a great time. I would hire Mark, either solo, or with his band, in an instant with zero hesitations. If you are looking for someone to hire to accompany your event look no further and hire this guy as he really is great! Many thanks Mark and greta to meet you and your manager.

Julie. (Wedding) 25 Jun 2017
10/10

Wow what can I say, just a big thank you to Mark, such a talented musician. A really good selection of songs enjoyed by all. Thanks for making our wedding amazing and traveling such a long way. Mark is one of the best solo artist we have ever seen and would defiantly book him again. Also a really nice guy thanks again Mark.
Julie & rob

Becky Hawkins (Tatworth Beer Festival) 17 Apr 2017
10/10

Really great set at Tatworth Pavilion Ale Festival Saturday..Would recommend this guy.

Paul Belcher (Venue in Frome) 17 Apr 2017
10/10

Great night last night. Thanks for November Rain hope to see you again soon

ANDY JONES (Tatworth Beer Festival) 17 Apr 2017
10/10

Thank you Grouvecat. Great energy, guitar playing and vocals. An excellent range of songs and artist covers. Something for everybody. See you next year!!!

Scott McMillan (Wedding) 24 Sept 2016
10/10

Communication on the build up to the event was very easy and straight forward, no hassel/stress or third party to go through. Willing to learn songs as requested.

Everyone at the event was really surprised with the quality of the performance, commenting on Mark’s amazing voice and ability on the guitar. Just the right tempo and song choice for a wedding scenario. All equipment was very professional and delivered great quality sounds.

Given the opportunity we would love to use Mark again.

Thanks,
Scott McMillan

Ashley (Town public house) 14 Jun 2016
10/10

It was an Amazing night with Mark, He has an Unbelievable Voice and is a Very Talented Guitarist, Really Impressed and looking forward to having him again.

Julia (County Restaurant) 21 May 2016
10/10

What a great way to spend an evening with friends.. Listening to Mark.. He takes a classic song makes it his own and evokes emotions and a smile, you can help but sing along. His voice is perfect rock soft has that special quality which works with his blend of acoustic rock. His guitar playing is simply amazballs.. His own songs are beautiful.. The farmers arms is a small county pub.. Prefect for an intimate gig where you get lost in the music. Fab night x - Julia

Jamie Loosley (The Terrace Cafe Bar) 15 May 2016
10/10

Thanks for an Awesome Gig @ The Terrace Cafe Bar! The Place was Rocking & Everyone had a Great Time!!! Hope to have you back Soon :)

James Reid (Patron at a venue) 5 May 2016
10/10

Thanks for a wicked and wonderful Acoustic set of some Classic Rock Songs Great night of entertainment Many thanks!!!
James Reid

Calumn (40th Birthday) 23 Apr 2016
10/10

Cannot speak highly enough of Mark, thoroughly professional and a great songlist to get even the hardest crowd on their feet. The videos don't do Mark justice in regards to just how good he is live, everyone was raving about him by the end of the night and to top it all off he mastered two songs for our Irish relatives and even an off the cuff Purple Rain with no practice at all. Thank you for a fabulous night, I would highly recommended....He's worth every penny. - Calumn

Beth (Marshalsea) 21 Jan 2016
10/10

Thank you so much from everyone at Marshalsea for making our Christmas Party even more special, the atmosphere you created was amazing! Everyone had a great night and are still talking about the songs and music you played back at work. I strongly recommend going to see Mark play or booking him for your function he will definitely not disappoint :-) x - Beth

Claire (White Lodge Vets) 22 Dec 2015
10/10

I booked Grouvecat to play at our work Christmas party. He was great. Fab music and vocals. Even the boss got up and danced!

Alex (Music Mania) 10 Nov 2015
10/10

Grouvecat was outstanding! Had the audience singing and dancing all night long. Professional, Presentable, Energetic and very Talented! Have already rebooked.
10 out of 10.

Tim Chew (Landlord of The Royal Clarence, Seaton) 30 Sept 2015
10/10

Booked again for the 4th time. Grouvecat (Mark) has real passion for his craft, play's his guitar and sings to the maximum. Looking forward to a full house again on 5th October. thanks - Tim Chew

Karen 11 Aug 2015
10/10

Excellent Singer & Guitarist, Absolutely spot on.
Our gig was in a pub and it was perfect for this type of music.
I would highly recommend to anyone.

Alison Hill 4 Aug 2015
10/10

Thanks for a really enjoyable night at The Hatch. Your voice was amazing, as ever, and it was great to hear some of your original material. Hope to see you there again soon! - Alison Hill

Matt (Axemen Motorcycle Club) 18 Jul 2015
10/10

Great and talented musician brilliant guitarist went down well thanks again will definitely be seeing you again thanks from all The Axemen motorcycle Club - Axemen Motorcycle Club.

Alison 15 Jul 2015
10/10

Hi Mark Thanks for coming to play at our party! You were SO brilliant - everyone was talking about how amazing your voice is, and you really created a fantastic atmosphere for the party. Thanks again, and we will definitely be seeing you at the Hatch! All the best Alison & Kevin (ps you are welcome to use any of the above comments for your website / facebook page) - Alison

Tiny & Steve (RTWR) 8 Jul 2015
10/10

Thanks for making our wonderful wedding evening even more special. We don't think u realise what a shed loada talent u have. Cant wait 2 c u play at our local again or a RTWR rally. Cheers mate. Tiny (RTWR) & Steve x

Dee Mayo & Tony Chambers 29 Jun 2015
10/10

Thanks for a very enjoyable night. A great guitarist and all songs sang with a passion with a very good voice. Nice to hear good own material. Will definitely see Grovecat again - Dee Mayo & Tony Chambers

Shiloh 27 Jun 2015
10/10

Great night at the Rose and Crown and Grouvecat was definitely the highlight! - Shiloh

Dee Mayo & Tony Chambers 22 Jun 2015
10/10

Thanks for a very enjoyable night. A great guitarist and all songs sang with a passion with a very good voice. Nice to hear good own material. Will definitely see Grovecat again.

Tom Golden (Apple & Parrot Manager) 22 Jun 2015
10/10

As The Entertainment Manager of the Apple and Parrot Taunton I can say that Grouvecat is one of the best acts we can provide on Friday nights. Black Friday is the busiest night of the year and we couldn't have had a better act performing. He's great with the crowd and is bursting at the seams with energy and musical talent. I strongly recommend either booking him or watching perform!

Mandi Escott (Garden Party) 22 Jun 2015
10/10

Grouvecat played at our garden party in September. What a nice bloke! He is also a very talented musician and has a great voice which really suited the song list. Our guests enjoyed his performance and so did we. Aside from that he was reliable, polite and competitively priced (well worth the fee). We have no hesitation in recommending him and would like to say a big Thank You for adding to the atmosphere of our event ."

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