INTRO:

Hi, my name is David Mills and I specialise in American Songbook (jazz standards) and big band swing; the timeless music of legends such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Nat King Cole.

My extensive repertoire covers a variety of other artists including Michael Bublé, Billy Joel, Elton John, Elvis Presley and Tom Jones. Party classics such as My Girl, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You and I'm a Believer regularly feature in my dance sets.

As a West End trained performer, you can also request the inclusion of songs from the musicals (Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, West Side Story, etc).

I provide entertainment at house parties, garden parties, hotels, restaurants, jazz clubs, cabaret events, as well as wedding ceremonies and receptions.

My overriding priority is always client satisfaction. I will go the extra mile to ensure that my contribution to your event is tailored to your exact requirements and that my performance on the day exceeds all expectations.

I am currently available as a SOLO ACT (with prerecorded backing tracks) or as a JAZZ DUO (with pianist Nick Ridout).

I look forward to working with you to ensure that your event is a swinging success!

BIO:

Although I've been singing all my life, it was a fateful trip to the USA that put me on my current life path.

A maths teacher by profession, in 2011 I bid farewell to my students, packed my suitcase and boarded a flight to Chicago.

A few days into my adventure I walked into Davenport's Piano Bar where I had the opportunity to sing with nationally acclaimed jazz pianist and concert artist Beckie Menzie. This proved to be a defining moment in my life: The Chicago Crooner was born!

Before long, I was performing in piano bars and cabaret venues all over the city, attracting praise from the likes of Jimmy Damon (the only singer in the world authorised by Frank Sinatra to perform his material during his lifetime) and Judy Brubaker (film star, actress and close friend of Marilyn Monroe).

In 2012 I recorded my debut album - 'My Kind Of Town' - at the Uptown Recording Studio in Chicago, accompanied on piano by the inimitable Beckie Menzie. Inspired by my experiences in the US, I returned to the UK to train in musical theatre, making my professional London stage debut in the musical 'Damn Yankees' at the Landor Theatre in 2014.

My second American Songbook album - 'ZING!' - was released on Apple Music in May 2015 and features Peter Daley on piano (who has been touring the world with Paloma Faith since 2014). I am currently recording my debut album of self-penned songs, ‘Coming Home’.

TESTIMONIALS:

"Singers of David's calibre don't come along too often. He has that indefinable 'something' that crosses the footlights and makes people listen."
JOE MUDELE - Original member of Johnny Dankworth Seven

"David Mills' musicianship, vocal range, song selections and utter charm always leave you wanting more!!"
KEN BAKER - Broadway producer (Godspell Revival 2011), singer & actor

"Let me tell you something: this kid's gonna be famous. Believe me, I know talent when I see it."
EDDIE LONDON - LA, Las Vegas & Chicago cabaret singer

"David Mills captivates an audience with his smooth, confident vocals. He possesses the perfect combination of classic jazz stylings and hip, contemporary savoir-faire."
GEORGE HOWE - Award winning composer, lyricist, pianist & cabaret artist

"A wonderful voice combined with natural stage presence."
ROBERT SIMS - Internationally renowned lyric baritone

"You're gonna be a force to reckon with on the West End."
ANDY CHARLES - VSA Talent & Theatrical Agents

"You sound incredible!"
ANITA WARDELL - renowned English jazz singer

"Boy, you're smokin' hot tonight! You were marvellous."
JUDY BRUBAKER - film star & actress

"That was spellbinding. The vulnerability, the loneliness and the need for Christine were all there. It was a mesmerising performance. Very impressive."
ROBERT FRIED - Acting coach & director (commenting on David's performance of 'The Music of the Night' from The Phantom of the Opera)