Tommy T and the BelleTones - a unique, fresh party showband for your event!

New from Henderson Management and sure to be on event organisers wish-lists for 2012; Tommy T and the BelleTones is a unique party showband...

Tommy T and the BelleTones are a unique collaboration of some of the finest and most respected session musicians on the UK scene. With their passion for the original classic R ’n’ B, Rock ’n’ Roll and Soul acts from the 60’s and 70’s which exuded such amazing energy and love of modern Pop and Rock hits from artists such as Katy Perry, Kings of Leon, A-HA, Amy Winehouse. Tommy T and the BelleTones have fused together the best elements of both era’s to create a new, exciting and truly original sound!!

Not just a band but a fully chorographed 1 x 90 mins or 2 x 60 mins self contained show, Tommy T and the BelleTones includes Male lead Vocals, 2 x Female Lead Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards 2 piece Brass section, Bass & Drums.

Credits include working for the likes of, Amy Winehouse, A-HA, Alexandra Burke, ACM Gospel Choir, Beverly Knight, Brian Eno, Katherine Jenkins, Cee Lo Green, Eric Clapton, Ed Harcourt, Enrique Iglesias, Gabrielle, Gareth Gates, Girls Aloud, Jason Donovan, Joss Stone, JLS, Kym Marsh, Kim Mayzelle, Lady Ga Ga, Lionel Richie, Lucie Silvas, Leon Jackson, Lemar, Leona Lewis, Marti Pellow (Wet Wet Wet), Ms Dynamite, Mica Paris, Nelly Furtado, Phil Collins, Pixie Lott, Peter Andre, Rachel Stevens, Randy Bachman, Russel Watson, The Saturdays, Thunder plus many others.

Band members have also appeared on many TV shows including, Later with Jools Holland, Top of the Pops, CDUK, This Morning, Des & Mel, Loose Women, Blue Peter, Popworld and GMTV...

...and played at venue’s such as Wembley Stadium, Wembley Arena, The O2, Party In The Park, Glastonbury, The Royal Albert Hall, Hammersmith Apollo, Cafe De Paris, Cafe Royale, The Dorchester - London, The Grosvenor Park Lane - London, The Royal Lancaster - London plus many others.

Tommy T & the BelleTones is the perfect choice for those wanting a slick, cool showband for your corporate function, private party or your wedding reception.

For full information why not check out the Tommy T and The BelleTones profile page by clicking here

Christmas and New Years Entertainment News...

It's been a while since our last entertainment update as we have a massive late surge (as is often the case!) for those supplying last minute Christmas party entertainment. Just a few highlights over the past week and also coming up over the Christmas period include:-

Take That 2 recently supported Mr Peter Andre at the Ashford Designer Outlet, Christmas lights switch on. Take That 2 were also recently given the thumbs up by F1 race director, Charlie Whiting at a recent event!

Cool, slick and ultra modern party band iPop will be keeping the dancefloor full at Carphone Warehouse events this December. The Quirks, another fab, slick party band will also be appearing...

Modern party band - iPop

The excellent Beatles tribute band, BEATLEMANIA will be bringing the swinging sixties back to life, New Years Eve in Rochdale...

Robert Alexander Giles, without doubt the countrys finest Michael Jackson tribute and sound-alike, will be flying out to Munich for a massive New Years Eve show. Pictures to follow in the new year...

...and the incredibly daft(!) but incredibly entertaining Dumb Waiters made a recent appearance at a private event at the home of Cricket, Lords(!)

It's not too late to secure your party band or tribute act for your Christmas event. Diaries are very full for alot of acts but give us a call on 0116 242
99 00 for the latest availability!

Leading Kings Of Leon tribute given the thumbs up by Tribute Ale(!)

We recently came across this excellent version of 'Little Eyes' performed by the UK's leading tribute to the Kings of Leon and a real Henderson Management favourtie, the KINGS OV LEON...

The Kings Ov Leon sent an email to 'Tribute Ale' after picking up a beer mat whilst waiting at one of their shows just to let them know that they naturally only drink Tribute Ale!!! Tribute Ale sent the band a crate of ale(!) and asked the band to record their own version of, 'Little Eyes'. Tribute Ale have recently been running a ‘Tribute Act’ promotion, encouraging people to record their own unique version of this popular Cornish song...

Here's the video:-

The exact origin of 'Little Eyes' or 'Lil Lize' is unknown. The first recording of the song was by the American vocal harmony group the 'Delta Rhythm Boys' back in the 1950s although the song is thought to be of English descent and has been a classic folk song of Cornwall and the South West for many many years.

There have been numberous alternative verses to the song but the chorus remains the same!

You can find out more about the Kings Ov Leon and their alternate show, the KAISER MONKEY KILLERS by clicking here

Anthem, a leading Wedding & Function band...

ANTHEM, a cracking professional wedding/party band, have been long time favourites of ours and they are now available direct from Henderson Management for your wedding reception, corporate function, private party or live venue...

From the same stable as the hugely successful shows - The Floorshakers (Soul & Motown), Get Down Tonight (70s Disco) and Now That's 80s (80's tribute), ANTHEM combines the best of the 60s to current floorfillers covering all bases for your event.

Aswell as private functions and events, ANTHEM are most sought after on 'the circuit' with regular performances for the likes of:-

Bistro L!VE, Chicagos, Bourne Leisure Warner/De Vere/Marriot/Thistle Hotels,

Butlins/Haven Holidays/Park Resorts the list goes on!

You can check ANTHEM out by visiting their profile page on the Henderson Management website by clicking here

Check out The Police Academy, new but fully authentic Police Tribute Band...

We recently had the pleasure of being invited to a Police Academy show in Leicester...The Police Academy, a fantastic Police tribute band are relatively new on the tribute scene but with a second to none pedigree...

The show features authentic re-creations of Police classics with autthentic replica guitars and all the right costumes...

Already secured for the likes of 'Tribfest' one of the UK's largest tribute festivals, The Police Academy are increasingly becoming THE choice when looking for a great quality Police tribute band.

Available for festivals, live music venues and also as a self contained unit with their own P.A system & lighting for private performances at birthday parties, wedding receptions or corporate functions.

To check them out why not check out their profile for pics, audio samples here

Brahms and Liszt - THE comedy cabaret!

Brahms and Liszt get every audience involved. The sheer wit of the show has had previous clients including the Duke of Gloucester, Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Tim Rice in splits! 

Brahms and Liszt play two classical musicians who at the beginning of the show appear to have wandered into the wrong place. With their fantastic communication with the audience they get everyone involved - from the children to the most reserved people in the crowd - in helping them create an unforgettably hilarious show.

Many people have said that the show only gets bigger and bigger as it goes on; the seated audience at the start soon get on their feet, get involved and build the show up to hugely amusing consequences in the finale - Last Night at the Proms.

For a sneak peak of what happens in the show check out the video below, and look at one of the most intruiging acts around by clicking here. 

Busy summer months ahead for Henderson Management...

Debbie Nunn - Madonna Tribute Act

Henderson Management book live entertainment for a variety of events, far & wide and last weekend was no exception!

We had the likes of Debbie Nunn as Madonna and the KaiserThiefs/Blurb performing at RAF Honington for the return party of those based out in Afghanistan...

'Just wanted to thank you for your help with our function. As always the bands delivered and were a credit to your agency! Debbie Nunn as Madonna opened for us and delivered excellently with two 30 min sets. Kaiser Thiefs/Blurb belted out quality tunes as expected. Again thanks and I will be in touch in the near future to look at support for our xmas function'.  Steve Harrison - RAF Honington

The Soul Survivors

Our superb Michael Jackson tribute act, Robert Alexander Giles, was performing at 2 events this weekend. First of all it was off to Liverpool for performance at a wedding reception and then out to La Manga, Spain for another private event... 

...some may say, the UK's finest classic soul/party band - The Soul Survivors - were performing last Wednesday at a leading venue in Leeds...

The Great Pretender - Freddie
Mercury Tribute

...The fabulous, The Great Pretender, Freddie Mercury tribute show - featuring Steve Littlewood, performed at an intimate but beautifully set birthday party in the West Midlands. Even getting the birthday boy up on-stage with him(!)

He was amazing – Steve turned up on time – slightly early actually – took no time at all to set up, got fully in tune with the surprise for my husband Roy – he needed very little of my time or attention – which was great as other people did...and then...his performance was awesome. He really was an entertainer. I’ve had nothing but tremendous feedback from the guests. He got Roy & my 2 lads on stage (well upper patio actually!) in the 2nd half which just stole the show! All in all 10/10 and a star! Thanks for the reccomendation. Next year they are 18 & 21 so goodness knows how we are going to top this year!' Sue Lyness

...Our excellent party bands, The Quirks, Chris Poole & The Shades & Aphrodite performing at Bistro L!VE venues in Leicester, Nottingham & Milton Keynes, getting all those party revellers up and on their feet to a selection of the best of the 60s to now...

...and not forgetting, Anthony Edwards - top MJ Tribute performing in Sunderland, Take That 2 at the Oakengates Theatre, Telford and even a Hannah Montana tribute show in Rochdale for a family funday.

New Kings ov Leon Videos!

 The Kings ov Leon have provided us with some new videos proving exactly why they're the top Kings of Leon tribute act in the UK.  

  The band look fantastic, the stage set up perfectly. From the lit up Caleb Followill-alike to the choir rocking behind the band; this is a tribute band that knows how to put on a spectacular show. The sound in particular is uncanny. The distinct sound of Kings of Leon is captured without a note failed. 

 Hear it for yourself though by watching the videos below, and if you want more Kings ov Leon, visit their profile page here.

Rockaoke - The coolest karaoke around!

 Rockaoke are a professional 3 piece band who can play over 200 songs live...They just need a singer.

That's where you come in.

The band provides everything you need; music book with lyrics, microphone, lyrics on a screen, and not to forget the best backing track possible. With over 30,000 previous singers having successfully (or not in some cases!) fulfilled their dreams of becoming a rockstar, you could be next. 

 Rockaoke became THE live band karaoke after performing for such clients as Hard Rock Cafe, The Brit Awards, Gaymers Cider, Top Gear and Virgin. They've also starred at festivals including Wireless, V, Latitude, Leeds and Bestival. But perhaps their biggest achievement so far would be touring with Chris Moyles and being broadcast to over 8,000,000 listeners on Radio 1!

  For more information on how you can grab your five minutes, take a look at their profile page by clicking here.

The 60's are alive and kicking!

With rising interest in the 60's circuit, we've snatched a few classic bands of the era and now they're available for booking!

The Merseybeats mark their 50th anniversary this year and there's been no loss to the excitement of their performances. With such million selling hits as 'I Think of You', 'Don't Turn Around' and 'Wishin & Hopin' The Merseybeats worked closely with The Beatles, who they hold the distinction of performing with more than any other band of the era.

To take a further look at The Merseybeats visit their profile page here. 

Mike Pender gained global fame in the 60's with The Searchers, who made themselves a household name with 'Sweets for my Sweet', 'When You Walk in the Room' and 'Needles and Pins'. Mike Pender's distinctive vocal and guitar work continue to rock the 60's circuit with his band 'Mike Penders's Searchers'. 

For more information on Mike Pender's Searchers take a look at their page by clicking here.

New videos of Birmingham's best party band!

Chris Poole & The Shades are one of the biggest party bands around, and they cover a huge mix of the best pop hits back from the 50's through the eras. This means everyone in the room is catered for, and everyone's going to be on their feet. For this reason Chris Poole & The Shades are perfect for almost every occasion, from weddings to football stadiums.

The band can come as a 5 piece, 6 piece with female vocals, or include brass and saxophone players to really give that extra 'wow' factor to your event. Take a look at our new videos below.

Chris Poole & The Shades come equipped with the lighting rig, high quality sound system and special effects, so everything you see you'll get...

Previously the band has worked with such names as BBC Television, Aston Villa Football Club, Cadburys and the Royal Air Force. Their professional outfits, lighting set up and the quality of their songs will put more than a tap in anyone's feet. Click here for more information.

The hottest Lady Gaga AND Kylie Tribute - Monique Mitchell Wood

For fans of Kylie Minogue and Lady Gaga there's only one woman to go to, Monique Mitchell Wood. And you can get both for the price of one!

'Monique was excellent. Not only did she look good & sing well, she also interacted with my daughter & friends.

Very very satisfied.'

Also available with two backing dancers, Monique will wow your audience with 'Lady is Gaga'. She really captures the famous sell out monster tour style from her costume changes to Gaga's wonderful piano playing, not forgetting the out there style and stunning dances.

Then from one costume change to another artist! Monique hits the stage and the ultimate Kylie tribute will blow you away with her astounding resemblance to the Aussie princess, perfectly recreating the sexy, energetic show you'd get from Miss Minogue herself. 

  Kylie Monique has widely established herself as THE Kylie tribute and Monique has experienced 10 years of experience in the music industry, including being signed by Universal Music and playing in her band 'Naughty' alongside artists such as Shaggy, No Doubt and UB40. 

For more information about Monique Mitchell Wood, visit her profile page here.

Lionel Vinyl - a brilliant and unique host for your event or party!

If you are looking for that special suprise for your guests, Lionel Vinyl IS the 'MAN'. Lionel Vinyl gets the crowd going like no one else. Lionel will show your guests all the disco moves and is guaranteed to get everyone talking and on the dancefloor. He's the king of the dances, disco heaven!

'Lionel was that good at my wedding, I wanted to marry him as well!' (SHANE RICHIE)

Lionel Vinyl will teach your guests to disco dance and totally involve them in the evenings entertainment. Lionel will transform your corporate function, private party, wedding reception or themed event and will amaze and astonish when he appears in your nightclub or venue. Lionel Vinyl is most definitely the extra special ingredient for your event!

Just a few of the blue chip companies Lionel has performed for include:-

Next, Moto, SSP Rail, Alliance & Leicester, Co-Op, JJB Sports, LA Fitness, Gold Medal Travel, The Barrhead Travel Awards, Carphone Warehouse, Betfred, Signal 1, Children in need plus many many more ........

Lionel Vinyl has also wowed guests at numerous celebrity weddings including:-

Shane Richie wedding, Kerry Katona Wedding (Italy), Nicky Butt (Ex Manchester United and Newcastle football player) wedding (Portugal).

Lionel has also appeared in OK and Hello magazines for these and other celebrity events.

For more information about Lionel Vinyl - why not visit his profile page here

Full 5piece Take That Tribute shows for 2011 - The Take That Experience

We have been asked many times by various booker of live entertainment what will happen with the Take That Tribute Bands in 2011 - given that Robbie has returned for at least the new album, 'Progress' and the forthcoming tour...

Two of our excellent Take That Tribute bands have already made the leap and are now available as full 5-piece shows for 2011...

The Take That Experience are a superb authentic tribute show with a fabulous Robbie lookalike/soundalike. You can find out more by viewing their profile here