The Fortunate Souljaz are the UK's freshest vocal & piano duo. Specialising in Soul & Jazz this duo bring that cool, classy ambience to any event with hits from artists like Amy Winehouse, Bill Withers & James Brown.Cocktail Pianist also available Prices: From £620 +
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The Fortunate Souljaz's Biography
Line up:Duo: Vocals and Piano.
Highlights * Cool classy duo specialising in soul jazz & R'n'B. * Performing hits from artists such as Amy Winehouse Stevie Wonder Jamiroquai & The Beatles. * Previous performances; KOKO Jazz Cafe 100 Club Glastonbury * Full self contained with PA as standard * Cocktail and jazz pianist also available * Available UK wide
The Fortunate Souljaz is the UK's freshest two piece band made up of Joe Shepherd on keys supporting Ed Hoyland's soulful vocals. Both are renowned and succesful artists in their own right having headlined London's premiere venues (KOKO Jazz Cafe; 100Club) and played at the major UK festivals (Glastonbury; Secret Garden etc). They have now combined to offer you an incredible new show concentrating on a Soul and Jazz vibe but with a little extra you might not have expected.
The Fortunate Souljaz specialise in Soul Jazz and R&B - think 'Ain't no sunshine' and 'Light my Fire' (Bill Withers); to 'Summertime' (Gershwin); 'Cry me a river' (Hamilton); to 'Frontin' (Cullum version). However they can also Rock and Roll 'Great Balls of Fire' (Jerry Lee Lewis); Sing the Blues'; 'Tears in Heaven' (Clapton); 'Ain't that a Kick in the Head' (Dean Martin); and choochookachoo 'I am the Walrus' and 'Come Together' (The Beatles).
The Fortunate Souljaz tailor their show to your needs. If you require background music to create a relaxing ambiance for your guests then they will alter the set to reflect this. However if you would prefer the joint jumping the crowd singing along and dancing on the tables then their impeccable stage craft stellar presence and experience will ensure an unforgettable night.
They can also provide an appropriate MP3 mix between sets for no extra costs and with a couple of weeks' notice will learn the song of your choice as a 'thank you' for booking them. Joe is also an accomplished Jazz pianist in his own right so afternoon Jazz Piano can also chosen as an option.
The Fortunate Souljaz use a top of the range PA which can be set up quickly and unobtrusively. Joe uses a state of the art Nord Stage 88 Stage piano. The best that money can buy. He alternates between Piano Rhodes Clav and Hammond depending on the song, and is a master at all.
All in all, The Fortunate Souljaz are perfect for what ever event you are holding. Their skill, prescence and cool will charm and delight your guests, and their pleasant, down to earth personalities make them a pleasure to work with. Have a listen and Book them Now!
The Fortunate Souljaz's Set List / Repertoire
Soul Ain't No Sunshine (Bill Withers) Ain’t No Mountain High Enough (Mavin Gaye) I Feel Good (James Brown ) Just The Two Of Us (Bill Withers) Master Blaster (Stevie Wonder) Soul Man (Sam & Dave ) Sir Duke (Stevie Wonder) Mustang Sally (Wilson Pickett) Midnight Hour (Wilson Pickett) Stand By Me (Ben E King) Hard To Handle (Otis Redding) Superstition (Stevie Wonder) The Dock Of The Bay (Reading) Use Me (Bill Withers) You Are The Sunshine Of My Life (Stevie Wonder) Light My Fire (Bill Withers)
Jazz Ain’t That A Kick In The Head (Dean Martin) Alice In Wonderland (Fain) Angel Eyes (Matt Dennis/ Earl Brent) Black Coffee (Sonny Burke) Cry Me A River (Hamilton And Timberlake) Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby (Louis Jordan) Mas Que Nada (Jorge Ben) Satin Doll (Duke Ellington) Frontin (Jamie Cullum) Hit The Road Jack (Ray Charles) Fit Like A Glove (Ed Hoyland)
Pop/ Rock ‘n’ Roll Black Capricorn Day (Jamiroquai) Can't Buy Me Love (Beatles) Come Together (Beatles) Cosmic Girl (Jamiroquai) Crazy (Gnarles Barkley) Eleanor Rigby (Beatles) Great Balls Of Fire (Jerry Lee Lewis) Hotel California (Eagles) I Ain’t Got Nobody (Williams Peyton. Graham) I Am The Walrus (Beatles) Johnny B. Goode (Chuck Berry) Kiss (Prince) Mad World (Gary Jules) Pulling My Strings (Ed Hoyland) Tears In Heaven (Eric Clapton) Time Of Your Life (Green Day) Under The Bridge (Red Hot Chilli Peppers) Valerie (Amy Winehouse ) Virtual Insanity (Jamiroquai) Yellow Submarine (Beatles)
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