LeFunk!

» Profile

LeFunk! is an exceptionally good value, yet highly experienced covers band based in Manchester and specialising in exciting, high energy versions of classic funk, soul and disco dance hits.

The band is available in two formats, the full 5 piece, or a compact trio, making LeFunk! the perfect choice for venue sizes ranging from the corner of a bar to large hotels and concert halls!

One major distinguishing factor for this band is that they reproduce the individual style and arrangements of the original hits rather than, like many top function bands, playing all songs in a generic 'funk' or 'disco' style that may be impressive at first, but becomes monotonous as the show goes on.

If you need it, the band can provide a complete - one stop - live band, recorded music and PA solution for your entire event, including a DJ service, disco and stage lighting and your own microphone connected to the PA for you to make speeches and announcements.

LeFunk! will work with you to ensure they fit in to, rather than dictate, the flow of your event. Set lengths can be adjusted to fit in with auctions, raffle results and speeches.
Clothing can be funky or formal. Arrival and set up times can usually be arranged to minimise disruption to guests.

And what if that special song you want isn't in the band's repertoire? Given a month's notice the band will learn and play an additional song of your choice. This could for
instance be a ballad for the first dance at a wedding, or just another dance floor classic.

Musician Bios:

Benn (Drums):
Talented multi instrumentalist and Royal Northern College of Music (drums/percussion) graduate.

Benn has played many venues around the UK with bands of all styles such as Music Live at The Birmingham National Exhibition Centre, Manchester Academy, Manchester Club Academy and The RNCM. In keeping with his love of 60s and 70s soul music, Benn was the first drummer to play with a live band inside the legendary Twisted Wheel soul club in Manchester since closure in 1971, the previous band being The Spencer Davis Group!

Dean (Bass/Vocals):

Dean has been playing bass for around 30 years, mostly working in a song-writing/recording partnership but also co-founding and playing for years with the popular Birmingham-based 60s cover band Tobacco Road.

Anna (Keyboards):

Classically trained to grade 8 piano (distinction) and a graduate of Salford University (Popular Music and Recording) Anna is constantly in demand for live work with bands in the Manchester area and also gives regular church/recitals and tuition. Venues she's performed at include many Irish Centres such as Leeds, Huddersfield, Middlesborough, and Corby; and other prestigious venues for example the Longfield Suite at Prestwich and Wolverhampton Racecourse. She has also played at indie venues such as the Roadhouse, Club Academy, Ruby Lounge, and Night and Day, all well known in the Manchester area.

Dave (Guitar/Backing Vocals):

Founded and performed with various university and function bands in Birmingham in the 80s, playing at major hotels including the National Exhibition Centre Metrapole and university events. He has returned to live playing over the last few years with Jazz and Jazz Funk bands, playing at Alexanders Jazz Theatre, Cinnamon Club, Iguana Bar and various other Manchester venues.

Laura (Lead Vocals):

Laura joined the band in Autumn 2010. She is a gifted and totally natural singer with a great range, allowing the band to perform a wide ranging repertoire.

» Song List

• Celebration - Kool & The Gang
• I Feel Good - James Brown
• Le Freak - Chic
• Soul Man - Sam & Dave
• We Are Family - Sister Sledge
• Good Times - Chic
• Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now - Mcfadden & Whitehead
• Night To Remember - Shalamar
• Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
• Blame It On The Boogie - The Jacksons
• Midnight At The Oasis - Brand New Heavies
• Superstition - Stevie Wonder
• Car Wash - Rose Royce
• Respect - Aretha Franklin
• Stayin' Alive - Bee Gees
• Sing It Back - Moloko
• Valerie - Amy Winehouse
• It Takes Two - Marvin Gaye / Kim Weston
• Thinking Of You - Sister Sledge
• Groove Is In The Heart - Deee-lite
• Somebody Else's Guy - Jocelyn Brown
• Thats The Way I Like It - Kc & The Sunshine Band
• Give It Up - Kc & The Sunshine Band
• Upside Down - Diana Ross
• Lost In Music - Sister Sledge
• Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You - Boys Town Gang
• Dancing Queen - Abba
• You Can't Hurry Love - Diana Ross & Supremes
• Buttercup - The Foundations
• Rescue Me - Fontella Bass
• Best Of My Love - The Emotions
• I Gotta Feeling - Black Eyed Peas
• Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
• And Many More!

» Previous Clients

• Tyco
• Kinder Mountain Rescue Team
• Bliss
• Cheshire Explorer Scouts
• Training Plus Hairdressing
• Llangollen Pavilion
• Various Hotels & Nightclubs In Cheshire/manchester
• Private Weddings (various Hotels)
• Birthdays (various Hotels)
• And Many More!

» Testimonials

Thank you so much for performing at our civil partnership. From the moment we made contact, you guys have been so helpful. All of our guests have commented on how great you sounded and the fantastic set list. You are a very talented and Funky group. We loved every minute and could not leave the dance floor and we can't wait to come and listen to you all again. Thank you for contributing to our special day in such a huge way!
- Heidi (Wedding Reception - Ashton - 2011)

I Want to send a huge Thank you to you all from me and Kinder Mountain Rescue Team for all your Hard work at our Charity Ball on Saturday. Your Music was Fantastic and you Made the Night ..Everyone Commented on how great you were. Thank you so much from the Bottom of My heart you were truly fab and are an extremely talented bunch of musicians. We shall defo be using you again for more events and wish you all the best for your future Thanks
- Sally Barnett KMRT Press and Fundraising Officer

Just to say a BIG thank you for Saturday - you were all amazing and everyone was really impressed with LeFunk. Hopefully you will get a few calls, as I had about 6 people tell me they had taken your cards and would be in touch. Thanks for being so great to deal with.
- Charlotte Pearson (Organiser of BLISS charity ball 2011)

We had an amazing wedding and Le Funk provided the spectacular zenith of our day! Wow, they rocked. No let-up, tight, powerful, unpretentious, professional, knock-’em-dead cool funky non-stop bring the house down grooves, and then some. There are other wedding bands – and then there’s Le Funk. You cannot fail to love it! If you want to hire a band for your wedding, hire a band. But to hire THE band, go for Le Funk.
- John and Taline - Wedding July 2011, Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park, London

Just to say a huge thank you, you were awesome and went down really well, creating an excellent party mood before Pegasus Bridge.
- Dave Hopley - Organiser of Tattonbury Festival 2011

Guys, thanks for a great performance last Friday night. The venue was packed all night and the standard of music was as good as any act I've booked over the last 15 years. Looking forward to booking you again this Summer. All the best
- Danny - owner of the Blue Cat Cafe Live Music Venue - Heaton Chapel Stockport

» Set Formats

LeFunk Offer:

LeFunk Offer:

1 x 90 Minute Set
Or
2 x 60 Minute Sets
Or
3 x 40 Minute Sets

Performance:
Set up time needed? 1 hour minimum. Ideally 90mins
How much space do they need?
Full Band: At least 4m x 3m ideally 5m x 4m
Trio: At least 3m x 2m

Line Up:

5 Piece:
Lead Vocalist (Female)
Electric Bassist and Vocalist (Male)
Electric Guitarist and Backing Vocalist (Male)
Keyboards (Female)
Drums (Male)

3 Piece:
Lead Vocalist (Female)
Electric Bassist and Vocalist (Male)
Electric Guitarist and Backing Vocalist (Male)
(Drums and Keyboard Parts are provided by backing track)

Equipment:

The band has its own 2000Watt LDA PA with separate mixes for front of house and lots of on stage monitoring. It also has its own stage/disco lighting. The sound is clear and hi fidelity while powerful and pumping enough to provide for a dancing audience of up to 300 people in an indoor environment. For larger venues or outside events where a PA is not provided, the band can still play, but will hire in additional equipment, the cost of which would be added to the overall fee.

Extras:

In addition to the live act, LeFunk! can also provide an experienced DJ, spinning the solid sounds of the 60s and 70s club scene; Stax, Motown, Northern Soul, Funk and Disco, all on vinyl.

Additional, more subtle live music can be performed by members of the band during the welcome drinks or meal phase of an event. This would comprise classical/cocktail piano/guitar with some easy listening female vocal mixed in. Some requests may be possible to satisfy if the piano music can be provided, or advance warning is given of any specific music required.

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