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Manhattan

From £2,095

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

From £2,095

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Overview

Welcome to Manhattan! A band that simply oozes class, performing with their unique style to bring Jazz, Swing and Modern Pop songs to life with unrivaled quality. 

Swingin' in style and drenched in Soul, Manhattan have quickly become one of the hottest acts in the UK. Featuring outstanding male vocals in a 5 piece band who perform with an energy and versatility to provide a night of top class entertainment that keeps you on your feet all night long!

The band can be supplemented by two fantastic female backing vocalists for an even more encompassing performance. 

Their repertoire features Rat Pack classics, Soul favourites and the best dance floor hits to give audiences the ideal blend of Swing and Soul with a dash of sophisticated flair.

You can get an instant price and check availability for them now and just ask us if you have any questions. 

Manhattan are available for your entertainment across England. Including Kent

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Set list

Swing & Soul
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Beyond The Sea - Robbie Williams
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Can't Take My Eyes Off You - Andy Williams
Come Fly With Me - Frank Sinatra
Devil In Disguise - Elvis
Everything - Michael Bublé
Feeling Good - Michael Bublé
Fever - Michael Bublé
Fly Me to the Moon - Frank Sinatra
Georgia on My Mind - Ray Charles
Girl From Ipanema – - Antônio Carlos Jobim
Hallelujah I Love Her So - Ray Charles
Heard it Through the Grapevine - Marvin Gaye
Hit the Road Jack - Ray Charles
Hound Dog - Elvis
I Feel Good - James Brown
I Say A Little Prayer - Aretha Franklin
I've Got a Woman - Ray Charles
It's A Man's, Man's, Man's World - James Brown
Johnny Be Goode - Chuck Berry
Just The Two Of Us - Bill Withers
L-O-V-E - Nat King Col
Lets Get It On - Marvin Gaye
Mess Around - Ray Charles
Moondance - Van Morrison
Move On Up - Curtis Mayfield
Mr. Bojangles - Sammy Davis Jr.
My Girl - The Temptations
My Way - Frank Sinatra
Papas Got a Brand New Bag - James Brown
Stand By Me - Ben E. King
Straighten Up and Fly Right - Nat King Cole
Street Life - The Crusaders
Summertime - Ella Fitzgerald
Sunny - Bobby Hebb
Sway - Dean Martin
That's Life - Frank Sinatra
These Are The Days - Jamie Cullum
Try a Little Tenderness - Otis Redding
What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
What’s Going On - Marvin Gaye
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Pop & Party
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Ain't No Body - Chaka Khan
All About The Bass - Meghan Trainor
American boy - Estelle
Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
Blame it on the Boogie - Jackson 5
Crazy - Gnarls Barkley
Diamonds - Rihannah
Don't Stop Believin' - Journey
Forget You - Cee Lo Green
Get Lucky - Daft Punk
Good Times - Chic
Happy - Pharell Williams
Hold Back The River - James Bay
I'm Coming Out - Diana Ross
If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys
Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
Just the Way You Are - Bruno Mars
Le Freak - Chic
Locked out of Heaven - Bruno Mars
Long Train Runnin' - Doobie Brothers
Master Blaster - Stevie Wonder
Mercy - Duffy
Mr Brightside - Killers
Naive - Kooks
Never Too Much - Luther Vandross
Ordinary People - John Ledgend
Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
Price Tag - Jessie J
Proud Mary - Tina Turna
Rock with you - Michael Jackson
Sex on Fire - Kings of Leon
Sign Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
The Way You Make Me Feel - Michael Jackson
Treasure - Bruno Mars
Twist and Shout - The Beatles
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
We are Family - Sister Sledge
Wonderwall - Oasis

Reviews (9)

Hey guys, thanks so much for playing at our wedding two weeks ago. Max and the band were great and created a perfect atmosphere to get all the guests on the dance floor! We would definitely recommend Manhattan and look forward to seeing you play again soon!

All our dealings with Manhattan, from initially visiting their very user friendly website, through the booking process, and then arranging details for the event, was straight-forward and efficient. Harrison was most helpful and the band themselves were excellent! They were flexible and willing to fit in with what we wanted, prepared well and their performance was fantastic. I have received lots of positive feedback from those at the event and will certainly not hesitate to recommend Manhattan in the future.

Manhattan were first class! They massively exceeded our expectations. They really do cover all bases and therefore appeal to a wide audience. We requested that their first set started off with slow swing songs before ending with some more upbeat swing songs. The second set was more akin to wedding classics. By the end of the first set, there was a full dance floor and people could not wait for their return after the short interval. We had a number of musicians as guests who have played in various types of bands over the years. Every musician in attendance were highly impressed with the riffs of the guitarists, the drummer and the singers. The band were very easy to deal with at all stages of the booking process. They provided a good array of songs to choose from and even went out of their way to learn and play our first dance song (a great touch). On the day itself they arrived and set up with no fuss. They created such a great atmosphere because everyone (including themselves) were having so much fun dancing to their music. All in all, Manhattan are a lovely group of musicians who we would recommend to anyone!

Manhattan are an extremely professional and dependable act. They tailor their repertoire and rehearse very carefully, to ensure they will deliver excellence. A very musically tight group!

We hired Manhattan for our evening wedding reception and they were excellent! As requested they did a mostly swing set for the first hour whilst evening guests were warming up, and went into full blown party mode in the second set. Everyone raved about them, and besides being very professional, they were really nice guys. Would definitely recommend!

To all Manhattan band members, just want to say a big thank you for your fantastic evening of entertainment at our wedding. You played a great mix of music so there was something for everyone and you had all the guests up dancing the minute you started playing!!..... Sign of a great band! Our guests commented on how good you were and we are so pleased we went with you. Amazing vocals, sound and sets, would recommend Manhattan to anyone!

A huge thank you to Manhattan for a wonderful evening of live entertainment at our wedding! My husband comes from a very musical family, so picking our wedding band was always going to be a big ask. We knew we wanted to book them when we heard their demo online, amazing vocals and such a nice sound. We were looking for a swing band and got so much more! Manhattan provided us with an incredible set list and we decided to go for a first set of slower songs and swing classics, with fantastic Bublé and Sinatra covers; the second set was made up of more modern, pop, upbeat hits. It got everyone dancing, from the older generation dancing to "Fly me to the Moon" or our first song "Can't Take My Eyes Off You"; to everyone on the dance floor singing along to "Happy" by Pharrell. We only received rave reviews by our guests and were so pleased with their performance. We appreciated all their efforts prior to the day (big thanks to Harrison!), how they rolled with the punches and the delays on the day and just kept going, and even the lovely message they left in our guest book! If you are looking for a big sound, great lead vocals, and a band that can do it all – we recommend Manhattan:) Thanks again for everything and good luck for the future!
Best wishes, Pascale"

Manhattan were absolutely fantastic! So many of our wedding guests commented on how good they were, the evening was brilliant and everyone had such a good time. The mix of swing music and party music was excellent as well as the inclusion of some songs we had requested. The band also learnt two songs especially for us including our first dance, making it extra special. Manhattan definitely made our wedding reception an evening to remember. Thank you so much

Manhattan were excellent! It was easy to contact Harrison before the event to arrange set-up and organisation of the sets. They were happy to play some of the songs which we suggested which weren't on their set lists. On the day they arrived nice and early to set up, and the performance was excellent - the music was brilliant, and all our guests commented on how good they were. Thank you so much!

FAQs

How far in advance should we book?

As soon as you know your date, really. Popular dates (weekends, especially in summer) can book up 12+ months ahead, but we've also pulled off cracking gigs with just a few weeks' notice if we're free. The earlier you lock it in, the more choice you'll have.

How much do you charge?

You can use the instant quote button on this page to get a price straight away — your fee will appear on screen, and you'll also get a follow-up email confirming it. If we're available and you're happy with the price, get back in touch with the Hireaband team to secure the date. It's very much first come, first served, so if we're available, don't hesitate.

What's your payment and cancellation policy?

Hireaband will ask for a reservation fee to secure your date, with the remaining balance due before the event (your booking confirmation will have exact dates and amounts). If you need to cancel or postpone, get in touch as early as possible — the closer to the date, the harder it is for Hireaband to fill the slot, so the cancellation terms reflect that. Full details are in your booking agreement, but the Hireaband team are always happy to talk through the specifics.

What if any timings change after booking you?

No problem at all. We know that timings and details aren't always set in stone at the booking stage, and plans have a habit of evolving as your big day gets closer. We're happy to be flexible around changes to your schedule, and if you decide further down the line that you'd like to add on any extra services, just get in touch with the Hireaband team and they'll sort it out for you.

What should we expect if we've never booked a live band before?

Totally understandable if this all feels a bit new! Booking a band is a big part of your day, so we're here to make it as straightforward as possible. We've performed at countless weddings and events, and the Hireaband team will guide you through every step, from your initial enquiry right through to the big day itself. If you're ever unsure about anything, just ask — that's what we're here for.

Can we see you perform live before booking?

We don't always have public gigs to invite you to (weddings tend to be private!), but we're always happy to jump on a call and talk you through what to expect. A public performance will often be posted on this page too, so it's worth checking back — and if we do have one coming up, we'll gladly send details your way.

How much contact will we have with the band before the wedding?

Hireaband will put you in direct touch with us around 3 months before your date, so you can go through all the finer details together — song choices, timings, any special requests and so on. In the meantime, the Hireaband team are always on hand to answer any questions you have, so you're never left waiting.

How many songs will the band learn especially for me?

We're happy to learn your first dance or a special request. Other songs depend on the time frame given and what the songs are. We're always keen to learn new things, so do let us know and we'll try to accommodate as best we can for you.

Can we choose our own setlist?

Yes, within reason. We have a core set of crowd-pleasers that we know works brilliantly, and we're experts at reading a room and picking the right songs on the night to keep everyone dancing. We're also always happy to tweak the setlist based on your taste — send us a few "must plays" and a few "please avoids" and we'll build the night around them. Just bear in mind that learning brand new songs from scratch (aside from your first dance) depends on notice — see above!

Will you be able to do my first dance?

Given enough notice, yes. It takes a while for us to rehearse a song to the high standards that we set ourselves. If you can give us at least 8 weeks' notice, that should be fine. The song also has to be suitable for a band. If we can't do it justice, then we can put it on an iPod and go seamlessly into our set at the end of it.

How much space does the band need?

This will vary depending on the size of the band and the setup on the night, but we've performed at a huge variety of venues and can comfortably fit into most spaces that have hosted a live band before. If your venue has anything a little unusual about it, we can usually find a way to make it work, so just get in touch if you're not sure and we'll be happy to advise.

What kind of music do we play?

We bring Jazz, Swing and Modern Pop songs to life, featuring Rat Pack classics, Soul favourites and the best dancefloor hits, for the ideal blend of swing and soul with a dash of sophisticated flair.

What is our line-up?

We're a 5-piece band with outstanding male vocals, and can be supplemented by two fantastic female backing vocalists for an even more encompassing performance.

How long do you take to set up?

We ask for around an hour to set up and check everything is working, but if it needs to be shorter, just let us know and we'll always accommodate as best we can.

How far will you travel?

We regularly perform all over the country, so distance really is no object, but we will require an additional fee for travel and may need bed and breakfast arranged for us. Any price you receive already includes travel costs, so there won't be any surprise extras on top.

Will we need to feed you?

It depends on timings, but generally some hot food would be hugely appreciated. It doesn't have to be anything fancy. Normally a catering company will provide a 'crew meal' as part of their package, or we're happy to have evening food that's already available.

What do you wear?

We tend to be 'smart casual' as in our pictures and video. However, we can be smarter or more casual depending on your event and requirements.

How long do you perform for?

As standard, we provide 2 x 1hr or 3 x 40 minute sets as required on the night, up until midnight. We can play past midnight, but it can incur an additional fee. We are flexible though and will always try to accommodate your requirements. We can also add an additional 1hr set for a small fee!

Do you take breaks, and what happens to the music then?

Yes, we'll take short breaks between sets to grab a drink and catch our breath! During these breaks we'll have background music playing through our own PA system, so there's never a dead moment on the dancefloor. Just let us know if you have a particular playlist or Spotify account you'd like us to use.

Will the band provide a DJ service?

Yes, as standard we provide a playlist DJ service whenever we're not performing — so between sets and after our last set, right up until midnight (or your curfew if earlier). These are tried-and-tested playlists that we've refined over countless events, but you're also welcome to send us your own playlist to play instead. If you'd like a bit more than that, we offer an upgrade to a manned DJ service, where a band member stays on hand throughout to look after the music and take requests on the night.

Can you arrive earlier and finish later?

Our standard on-site time runs from 6pm to midnight, but we're happy to be flexible around your schedule. Whether you need us there earlier for an afternoon slot or performing later into the night, just let us know your requirements and we'll do our best to accommodate — additional fees may apply for extended hours.

Do you offer any optional extras?

Yes! On top of our standard package, we can offer a range of optional extras for an additional fee — things like extra performance sets, a manned DJ service, acoustic sets for your ceremony or drinks reception, and more. Just let us know what you have in mind and we'll see what we can put together for your day.

Do you provide all your own equipment?

Yes, all we need is a clear area in which to set up and a power supply.

Are you insured and PAT tested?

Yes to both. We carry full public liability insurance, and all our equipment is PAT tested annually. Hireaband will send your venue any certification that's required.

Can you work with sound limiters?

Yes. We don't 'love' them, but we absolutely can work within them.

What happens if one of the band is ill on the day of my event?

We have a network of fellow musicians that we can call on to stand in on the rare occasion one of the band is ill. On top of that, Hireaband is the UK's biggest entertainment agency and has access to dozens of wedding bands in your area even at the very last minute. However, we've never missed a gig yet.

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