The Groove Merchants

  • from £875 in North West Help
  • from £875 in Yorkshire & Humberside
  • from £900 in North East
  • from £925 in West Midlands
  • from £925 in East Midlands
  • from £1050 in Wales
  • from £1090 in London
  • from £1090 in South East
  • from £1150 in Scotland

Top- flight 4-piece band based in the North West play a diverse set of lively rock, pop & soul floor-fillers from the 60s to the 00s; from Abba and the Jacksons to Amy Winehouse and Duffy.

This fresh and energetic Manchester 4-piece are fronted by passionate female vocalist Jenny, a gifted entertainer who has toured extensively around the UK and abroad. The band are young, modern and versatile, and love playing the latest chart hits as well as stylish classics by Abba and Sister Sledge. They make a powerfully funky and soulful  addition to weddings, parties and corporate events.

Drummer Mark boasts backing vocals as well as stick skills, and has worked as a session musician in many major shows, studio recordings and tours. Bass player Andy has years of experience playing in tribute and covers bands, including Definitely Might Be (Oasis) and The Jamm (The Jam), and guitarist John is a sought-after session musician as well clocking up years of touring around the UK with top-flight function bands.

Performance information

Line-up Female vocals, guitar, bass, keyboards, drums
Performance duration 2 x 60 minute sets or 3 x 40 minute sets
Performance area required 12ft wide x 8ft deep
Recorded music provided between sets Yes (included in price)
Set-up/sound-check duration 60 minutes
Public Liability Insurance (PLI) Yes
PAT certificate Yes

Booking options

Late performances/Use of PA £100 per hour
Early set-up/sound-check £40 per hour before 6pm
60 minute acoustic duo set £250

What people say

  • Just a quick note to say thanks very much for performing at our wedding on Saturday. The band was excellent, many of our guests commented on how good you were. Thanks also for accommodating our particular requests - the considerable amount of dance practice was all worth it! Thanks again,

    Chris, Wedding, Cheshire, June 2009

  • Just to say thanks to you and the band for a great nights entertainment at our recent charity event. Everyone enjoyed it and you kept everyone on the dance floor, always the sign of a good band. In fact everyone has been asking when we will be using you again, but as we told you, after over 20 years of fundraising we are winding down, but we will ask you if we decide to carry on. Can you email me any local gigs you are playing as we have been asked for this info. Once again, many thanks.

    Carol, Charity Fundraiser, Manchester January 2009

  • Hi guys, we would like to say thanks for making our party (birthday) a great event and making the evening a great night for all. Everyone has said what a great band you are and we would book you again! Thanks again.

    Jane, Birthday party, Liverpool, December 2008

Repertoire

  • My Girl
  • Don't Know Why
  • Mercy
  • Warwick Avenue
  • Sing It Back
  • Its In Your Eyes
  • Dock Of The Bay
  • Umbrella
  • Mama Mia ABBA
  • I’m Coming Out Amerie
  • Valerie
  • Zutons/Amy Winehouse
  • Le Freak Chic
  • He’s The Greatest Dancer Chic & Sister Sledge
  • Working 9 to 5 Dolly Parton
  • Best Of My Love The Emotions
  • December, 1963 (Oh What A Night) Frankie Valley & The Four
  • Seasons
  • Higher And Higher Jackie Wilson
  • I Want You Back Jackson Five
  • Word Up Korn
  • Material Girl Madonna
  • Dancing In The Street Martha & The Vandellas
  • Don’t Stop Till You Get Enough Michael Jackson
  • Kiss Prince
  • Lost In Music Sister Sledge
  • We Are Family Sister Sledge
  • Disco Inferno The Tramps
  • Carwash Rose Royce
  • Dancing Queen ABBA
  • Young Hearts Run Free Candi Stanton
  • Good Times Chic
  • Groove Is In The Heart Dee Lite
  • Blame It On The Boogie Jackson Five
  • Walking On Sunshine Katrina & The Waves
  • Night To Remember Shalamar
  • Sing It Back Moloko
  • It’s In Yor Eyes Kylie
  • Spinning Around Kylie