Murray Clarke A fantastic vocalist of Swing, Jazz, Pop, Blues and Soul

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Price Guide

The guide prices below are for events within 20 miles of Barrow Upon Humber, North Lincolnshire. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
2 x 45 minute sets within a 2 hour period:
Solo: £315
Vocals with backing tracks
4 piece band: £851
Vocals, Guitar/piano, Bass and Drums with Post Production Tracks
9 piece band: £1794
Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums, Trumpet, Trombone, Alto Sax and Tenor Sax
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A highly experienced and versatile musician who can provide a wide variety of classic hits from various genres. Complete with lights, PA and backdrops he is a completely self contained act. Murray Clarke can also provide a backing band of professional musicians.

Lineups:

  • Solo Vocals with Backing Tracks
  • 4 piece band - Vocals, Guitar/piano, Bass and Drums with Post Production Tracks
  • 9 piece band - Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums, Trumpet, Trombone, Alto Sax and Tenor Sax

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AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Barrow Upon Humber, North Lincolnshire

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 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.

Example sets:

24k Magic - Bruno Mars

It’s Not Unusual - Tom Jones

Hard To Handle - Tom Jones

My Girl - The Temptations

Superstition - Stevie Wonder

I Feel Good - James Brown

Johnny B Goode - Elvis Presley

I Can’t Stop Loving You - Elvis Presley

Suspicious Minds - Elvis Presley

Shotgun - George Ezra

Shine - Take That

I’m a Believer - EMF

Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Michael Bublé

Wonderwall - Paul Anka

Save The Last Dance - Michael Bublé

Can’t Take My Eyes Off You - Andy Williams

Green Green Grass Of Home - Tom Jones

Country Roads - Daryle Singletary

Achy Breaky Heart - Billy Ray Cyrus

You Can Leave Your Hat On - Tom Jones

Things Can Only Get Better - D-Ream

Is This The Way To Amarillo - Tony Christie

Mustang Sally - The Commitments

Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond

New York, New York - Frank Sinatra

Example of slower songs:

Ain’t No Sunshine When She’s Gone - Joe Cocker

A Bridge Over Troubled Water - Elvis Presley

Beatles Medley - Bobby Darin

Yesterday - Tom Jones

Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley

Danny Boy - Tom Jones

Easy - Faith No More

Everybody Hurts - Paul Anka

Human - Rag & Bone Man

I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You - Elvis Presley

True Love - Dean Martin

I Left My Heart In San Francisco - Tony Bennett

Let’s Stay Together - Al Green

Something - Elvis Presley

Stand By Me - Ben E King

Other uptempo songs:

Sex Bomb - Tom Jones

Splish Splash - Bobby Darin

Dream Lover - Bobby Darin

Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars

Green Green Grass - George Ezra

Take Me To The River - Tom Jones

The Full Monty Medley - Robbie Williams

The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley

Viva Las Vegas - Elvis Presley

Copacabana - Barry Manilow

Enjoy Yourself - Jools Holland

Help Yourself - Tom Jones

Have You Met Miss Jones - Robbie Williams

I Could Be So Good For You - Dennis Waterman

Sample swing/jazz set:

Ain’t That A Kick In The Head - Dean Martin

Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin

Come Fly With Me - Frank Sinatra

I Get A Kick Out Of You - Jamie Cullum

You Make Me Feel So Young - Michael Bublé

We Are In Love - Harry Connick Jr

L.O.V.E - Michael Bublé

When Will I Be Famous - Matt Goss

Danke Shoen - Wayne Newton

Mr Bojangles - Sammy Davis Jr

I’ve Got The World On A String - Michal Bublé

Let’s Face The Music And Dance - Frank Sinatra

Walking In Memphis - Paul Anka

At Last - Etta James

Lazy River - Bobby Darin

Nice & Easy - Frank Sinatra

Witchcraft - Frank Sinatra

Example Christmas Songs:

It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year - Andy Williams

Winter Wonderland

It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas - Harry Connick Jr

Holly Jolly Christmas - Michael Bublé

Santa Claus Is Coming To Town - Michael Bublé

Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer

Frosty The Snowmam

Blue Xmas

Merry Xmas Everyone

I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday

A Spaceman Came Travelling

Let It Snow

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Solo - 1 x double socket
4 piece - 2 x double sockets
9 piece - 4 x double sockets
17 piece - 6 x double sockets


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

I’m a completely self contained act complete with PA and lighting


What information do you require about a venue?

Do you have a sound limiter?
Do you have direct access to the performance area?


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

I can provide a playlist before and between sets. I can provide a DJ service for an additional fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Performing aboard the QE2 in Dubai, also performing on the UK national news was a fantastic experience!


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

I would struggle to just one! I am inspired by Tom Jones, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Wayne Newton, but also the likes of Jessie J, Steven Tyler, Snarky Puppy, Guns N Roses, Joe Cocker, Quincy Jones…..they all inspire my performance in one way or another. I love music of all kinds.


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

I have performed in music since high school. Wether on stage in musical productions or behind the kit as a drummer.
I trained as a percussionist and vocalist at The Royal Marines School of Music, I have many qualifications in music, including a LCM Diploma with and Approved Upper Level pass of 92%.

I have performed consistently for 25 years with various groups, tours and theatres.


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

I love performing at all different types of events I enjoy the variety and the musical challenges that come with them.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Set up:
Solo - 1 hour
4/9 Piece - 2 hours
17 piece - 3 hours

Pack down: Max 2.5 hours

Standard arrival and finish times:
Solo/4 piece - 18.00 - 00.00
9/17 piece 16.00-00.00


Are you happy to perform outside?

I am happy to perform outside provided that my equipment is provided sufficient shelter from the elements.


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

I will of course accept requests. I would always advise checking in advance to ensure that I have the music and that I can perform the song. I have a large repertoire of music and will take requests on the day, if I have them, I’ll sing them!?


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

“High energy”, “Interactive”, “friendly”, “professional”, “an amazing voice and a great entertainer”

Recent Clients

Murray Clarke has performed for these clients:

Continental AG

British Army

Best Western

Holiday Inn

Capreon

Vixen breweries

Phillip 66

Not Home Alone

Back to Ours

Theatre Royal

QE2

GB News

BBC

Venues

Murray Clarke has performed at these venues:

QE2

Theatre Royal

Middleton Hall

Coastfields Resorts

Park Dean Resort

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Recording Session

Cruise

Virtual Event

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Film / TV

Musical Theatre

1940s Music

1950s Music

1960s Music

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Jazz

Blues

Cabaret

Swing

Christmas

Easy Listening

Background Music

Country

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Motown

Soul

Vintage

Rock

Rock 'n' Roll

Features:

PAT tested

Lighting system included

Instrumental

Public liability insurance

DJ / background music options

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

Male vocalist

Uses backing tracks

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