Melody James Charming and versatile female vocalist!

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Price Guide

The guide prices below are for events within 20 miles of Leeds, West Yorkshire. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
Private Parties or events:
1 x 60 minute sets or 2 x 30 minute sets: £255
2 x 45 minute sets: £308
2 x 60 minute sets: £420
Weddings:
Ceremony Only: £280
Ceremony and Drinks Reception: £448
Ceremony, Drinks Reception and Evening Entertainment: £810
Evening Entertainment Only: £560
Background music between sets £25 extra. Prices are VAT inclusive
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About / Biography

I have been performing as a soloist professionally for over 12 years. During this time I have performed at a variety of venues and events and was the winner of numerous awards and competitions. I love performing at weddings and private events and have also performed at corporate events, outdoor festivals, hotels, cabaret evenings, golf clubs, care homes and various others.

I have worked as a Lead Vocalist for P&O Cruises for a number of years. I have worked on various different ships where I had to learn and perform 11 different shows, as well as my own cabaret. I have also had various theatre roles, my favourite being singing at the West End Heroes charity concert in London.

I can perform a wide variety of music genres and themes and am more than happy to personalise my set list to suit any event. I mainly perform pop music from throughout the decades, but I also specialise in Motown and Vintage. My shows are always professional, not only on the performance side but also with costumes and quality tracks.

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AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Will travel up to 100 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 100 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 wedding song list:

How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding

From This Moment On – Shania Twain

A Thousand Years – Christina Perri

Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran

Perfect – Ed Sheeran

Close To You – Carpenters

We’ve Only Just Begun – Carpenters

You Raise Me Up – Josh Groban

When You Say Nothing At All – Ronan Keating

Just The Way You Are – Bruno Mars

Marry You – Bruno Mars

Power of Love – Celine Dion

Your Song – Elton John

Unchained Melody – Righteous Brothers

A Million Love Songs – Take That

The Rose – Bette Midler

At Last – Etta James

Third Finger Left Hand – The Pearls

Dance With My Father – Luther Vandross

Example party set song list:

Valerie – Amy Winehouse

Uptown Funk – Bruno Mars

Shut Up and Dance – Walk The Moon

All About That Bass – Meghan Trainor

Rather Be – Clean Bandit

Aint Nobody – Chaka Kahn

Rolling In The Deep – Adele

Summer of 69 – Bryan Adams

Livin on a Prayer – Bon Jovi

Don’t Stop Believing – Journey

Happy – Pharell Williams

Baby One More Time – Britney Spears

C’est La Vie – B Witched

Wannabe - Spice Girls

Stop - Spice Girls

Spice Up Your Life – Spice Girls

Mr Brightside – The Killers

Someone Like You – Adele

I Wanna Dance With Somebody – Whitney

Man I Feel Like A Woman – Shania Twain

Finally - Cece Peniston

Get The Party Started – Pink/Shirley Bassey

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

I require a small area with a table, close to a power socket. Plus a dressing room/area for getting changed and storing belongings.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

I have my own full PA system, as well as a simple lighting rig, so you are guaranteed a professional show both sound and looks wise.


What information do you require about a venue?

It is helpful to know any directions that will help me find the venue and find the right place to load in our equipment. Also whether there is parking on site or if I would have to find some nearby. I’d also need to be informed if there’s a sound limiter in the venue.


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

I can absolutely provide an Ipod/DJ service before and between my sets at no extra charge. I can try and cater this to fit in with your theme or can play a general mix of music - obviously this can be discussed further. I can also offer this service after my final set up until the venue closes, but this will incur an extra charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The best gig I have ever done is a concert at the Dominion Theare in London, where I got to sing backing vocals for Michael Ball. The theatre was incredible and the event was for a charity so was very rewarding.


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

My two main influences are Whitney Houston and Celine Dion. I think their voices are incredible and the emotion they can invoke through song is amazing. Choosing just one song is nearly impossible, so I will say It's All Coming Back To Me for a power ballad, but a song I include in a lot of my sets is I Wanna Dance With Somebody.


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

I started gigging over 12 years ago, and have worked solo, as part of groups, and with bands throughout the years. Since I started I've performed at hundreds of weddings, parties and events across the UK and internationally.


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

I love playing at all sorts of events but weddings are my favourite! It is so lovely to be a part of someone's special day and everyone is always in such a great mood from the get go. Plus I get to see some absolutely beautiful venues.


What if my timings or requirements change after I've already booked you?

I will always try my best to be flexible with timings to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If any of the timings need to change before the event, just get in touch and we can discuss this in detail. If any other details change such as the venue or the song list, just let me know as far in advance as you can.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

I like to be setup and soundchecked at least 15 minutes before any guests are due to arrive, and I generally take around 45 minutes to an hour to get my gear in and set up. This means I will usually arrive around 1 hour/1.25 hours before the guests are due to arrive, so I have plenty of time.

For an evening event, my most popular set timings are either 2 x 45 minutes, or one hour straight through. I am extremely flexible with set times and lengths, as every event is unique, and I always strive to work with each client to suit exactly what they want.


Are you happy to perform outside?

I am more than happy to perform outside, but it is important that I have access to an area with cover, as we all know British weather can't be relied on! I will of course still need access to a power supply and it helps to be on a flat surface.


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

I have a very wide repertoire, so I always encourage clients to take a look and tell me if they have any favourites. Providing there is enough time before the event, I will always try to learn any special requests, but I usually limit this to a maximum of 3 songs.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Previous clients would say that I have a warm personality and a great singing voice, and I add extra magic to their event. They also highlight that my communication leading up to their event is excellent.

Recent Clients

Melody James has performed for these clients:

Lots of private clients for weddings and private parties

The Kinderton Bar and Grill

WISE - Wetherby in Support of the Elderly

Heworth Golf Club

Greenhead Masonic Hall

Venues

Melody James has performed at these venues:

Headley Venue

Selby Town Hall

Best Western Lancashire Manor Hotel

Mottram Hall, Cheshire

Bolton Castle

New Dock Hall, Leeds

Capri @ The Vine Restaurant, Wakefield

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