Marv Percussion (Live and Studio) Live percussionist for Dj sets, Live bands & Weddings. 30 years experience

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3 x 30 minute DJ sets£400
Playing with a live band£300
Travel expenses 45p per mile

About / Biography

Professional percussionist with over 25 years of experience performing on stage, at clubs, parties, corporate events and weddings across the UK and internationally.

Since 1995, I’ve performed around the world, from iconic Ibiza events like Ibiza's Manumission and renowned venues such as Café del Mar and Ministry of Sound, to major festivals, sporting events, and exclusive boat parties around Sydney Harbour playing alongside world-class DJs.

I’ve worked across a wide range of musical styles including House, Funk, Soul, Indie, Reggae, and New Orleans Brass. I am currently collaborating on projects with a leading UK-based music label, with past work receiving international airplay and support from BBC 6 Music. I also play in a Jamirquai tribute band.

Known for my high-energy performances and strong crowd interaction, I bring rhythm, atmosphere, and a unique live element to every event.

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Location

Based in Market Harborough, Leicestershire

Will travel up to 100 miles
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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.

I am versatile and can play to a wide range of instruments to suit the music, from a full on timbale, bongo and cowbell solo to a simple shaker and tambourine pattern depending on what is required

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

I have my own mic and mixer (pat tested) I need a PA but can provide one for an extra fee


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

I can provide this at for an extra fee


What information do you require about a venue?

Load in / Load out. Opening and closing times. Contact for the venue. PA details size, inputs etc


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

Yes happy to DJ at events

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The best venue I have played at in Space in Ibiza (the atmosphere was incredible). My best gig was at Bestival


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

I love house music and DJ's like Masters at Work, Dimitri from Paris and Frankie Knuckles along with jazz and world music and DJ's like Giles Peterson and Peggy Gu. Bands I love are Kyoto Jazz Massive, Zero 7, Air, Brand New Heavies, Crazy P, Santana, Gil Scott Heron to name a few


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

After playing drums in indie bands in the 90's I went to Ibiza in the summer of 1995 and fell in love with house music and playing percussion with DJ's. I stayed all summer playing at the islands top spots including Ku, Es Paradise, Café Del Mar and Space with some incredible DJ's including Ashley Beedle, Brandon Block and Alex P, Smokin Jo, Judge Jules and Ibiza legend Alfredo


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

I enjoy playing anywhere the music is pumping and the crowd are up for a party


What instruments do you play

My percussion set up is LP bongos, timbales, cowbells, Sabian cymbals, Roland SPD 30 pad for conga sounds and effects shakers tambourines etc. I play full drum kit for funk, soul, indie, pop and rock styles and also marching snare drum or bass drum to jump around in a crowd at s wedding or roaming at a sporting event!


Are you flexible

Totally - if it's possible I'm up for it!

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

set up times are 45 minutes. I can play short 30 minute sets or am happy to play multiple sets over a longer period, I am flexible to needs of the event


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes


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

Yes


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Hi energy, exciting and highly skilled

Recent Clients

Marv Percussion (Live and Studio) has performed for these clients:

Goodwood Races

Hockley Social Birmingham

Davis Cup Lawn Tennis Association

Leicester City Council

Tropic Skincare

Albert Schloss Manchester and Birmingham

Sunderland Council

RAF

National Basket Ball League

Venues

Marv Percussion (Live and Studio) has performed at these venues:

Ministry of Sound (London)

Café Del Mar (Ibiza)

Ku (Ibiza)

Es Paradise (Ibiza)

Cheltenham Jazz Festival

Boat Parties (Sydney Harbour)

Bestival (UK)

Wilderness Festival (UK)

Mad Hatter Festival (France)

Big Day Out (Sydney)

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

Burns Night

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Disco

Funk

Hip Hop

Motown

R&B

Soul

Tribute

Vintage

Rock

Britpop

Classic Rock

Indie

Alternative Rock

World Music

African Music

Brazilian

Caribbean

Cuban

Latin

Mariachi

Reggae

Salsa

Samba

Ska

Features:

PAT tested

Can provide battery amplifier

Public liability insurance

Will travel internationally

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