Gary can perform most genre of music ie: Jazz, Rock, Pop and Soul and can be provided as a solo act with high quality backing tracks, duet, band, big band.Gary has gained huge experience in the music industry singing with top function bands, working with event organisers, toastmasters and performing in some of the most prestigious venues in the world.
Starting out at Butlins with the show redcoats Gary performed up to twelve shows every week until he was picked to front a well established function band "Mixed Feelings" where he really gained his experience of high energy entertaining.
Gary has performed at some of the top venues in the country, from Gleneagles in Scotland to the Park Lane Hilton in London.
In 2004 Gary beat thousands of other hopefuls to perform on the X Factor, just missing out on the live shows but not before famously causing Sharon Osbourne to throw water over Simon Cowells head!
With a vast repertoire covering jazz, pop, rock and soul music, Gary's strongest asset is his extensive programme - from the 20's right through to present day hits, spanning decades, giving something for everyone, he even rewrites songs to suit any event.. He performs his programme with professionalism, artistry and slickness - linking some songs together for continuity, ensuring the dance floor is packed all night.
His mission is to deliver exceptional entertainment. He takes pride in his work and is committed to the highest quality of sound, production and performance.
Repertoire/Set Lists
Reception/Dinner Example:
Use Somebody (Acoustic)
Living on a Prayer (Acoustic)
Let there be love
Summer Wind
Lady is a tramp
Fly me to the moon
Mack the knife
Can't take that away from me
Save the last dance (Bublé)
Whatever it takes (Bublé)
Everything (Bublé)
Chasing Cars
Ordinary People
You do something to me (Paul Weller)
Your Song (Elton John)
My Girl
Dock of the Bay
Some kind of Wonderful
Dance/Party Example:
Shake ya body (Jacksons) Intro!
Billy Jean (Michael Jackson) request
Dance with me tonight (Olly Murs)
Moves like Jagger (Maroon 5)
Forget You (Cee lo Green)
Beggin' (Madcon)
Sex on Fire (Kings of Leon)
Mr Brightside (Killers)
One way or another (1 Direction)
Locked out of Heaven (Bruno Mars)
Get Lucky (Daftpunk)
Happy (Pherrall Williams)
Uptown Funk (Bruno Mars)
All Night Long (Lionel Richie)
Signed Sealed Delivered (Stevie Wonder)
Soul Man (Blues Brothers)
Gimme some lovin' (Blues Brothers)
Relight my fire (Take That)
Don't stop believing (Glee)
You Really Got Me (Kinks)
My first My last My Everything (Barry White)
Or Jazz/Swing set - Example:
Cry me a river
Summer Wind
Ain't she sweet
Crazy Love
Let There be Love
Home
Call me Irresponsible
St Louis Blues
Feeling Good
Fly me to the moon
Got you under my skin
Recipe for Love
Moondance
Everything
It Had Better be tonight
Ain't that a kick in the head
I won't dance
Let's face the music and dance
Wonderwall
Save the last dance
Crazy little thing
Haven't met you yet
Name: Gary
Location: Midlands
Band Members:
Main Category: Solo Duos & Trios
Other Categories: Awards Ceremonies, Charity Events, Christmas Parties, Corporate, Events, Jazz Singers , Live Music, Military Balls & Events, Product Launches, Promotional Events, Rat Pack Singers & Bands, Singers, Solo Duos Trios, Weddings
Standard Set Times: 2 x 45 Minute Sets
Set Up Time: Minimum 45 Minutes
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PA suitable for:
Stage Lighting: Yes
Dance Floor Lighting: Yes
Free use of PA via iPod: Yes
DJ included:
Star Cloth:
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“We had a fabulous silver wedding party last night and your singer, Gary Priestley was really superb. Everyone commented on how good he was, how his easy style and repertoire suited the evening so well.
We have been very impressed with your service and would not hesitate to use you again or recommend you to others.
Thank you again and a big thanks to Gary, who played an important part in making the evening such a success.”
“We booked Gary on a high recommendation of a friend as the entertainer for the party we were putting on for our two managers who were retiring at the same time.
The party consisted of a wide age range of people. Gary was very professional from our first meeting and helped with the structure of the evening to fit in with the plans we had.
Gary was very entertaining and kept the evening running perfectly. He is very versatile and adaptable. His singing is superb and he sings a wide genre of music from any decade.
With his distinct voice he makes each song his own, he is extremely approachable with great talent.
Gary arrived promptly and as well as setting his own equipment up, he also made sure everything else was in place. His friendly nature and sincerity makes you feel at ease, this was very much displayed on the night with all the guests.
Even three weeks later, people are still making positive remarks about the night which is all down to Gary’s confident professional skills.
Gary was very much a key part of the success of the night and I would highly recommend him.”
“We had an absolutely great night on Saturday with Gary he was fabulous and a good time was had by all, everyone was saying how good he was and he had us up and dancing from the word go.”
“Many thanks for all your help and please let Gary know how much we all enjoyed his company and singing, hope to see him again when we organise another party.”
‘Thank you so much for singing at my 40thBirthday party – you were the absolute star of the evening. Not only are you a great singer but also a fantastic MC – friends have been texting me ever since to say ‘who was that brilliant man and where did you find him?’!! The range of music from a bit of Bublé and Frank then on to Black Eyed Peas and Kings of Leon was perfect and got everyone dancing (even my parents – which is a bloody miracle – I don’t think they’ve been on a dance floor since the 60s!)… I have a vague and slightly embarrassing memory of us all dancing and crooning to Lionel Richie’s ‘All Night Long’…. it was a great night – thank you!’
Gary, what can I say....you bought out day together with perfection, and the amount of comments that we had about you and how good you were, was unbelievable! The best one i heard was 'he must be miming, as he is so good'. It has been a pleasure working with you to plan our day and good luck with your future. I know how hard you are working and that your determination and professionalism will pay off. Keep me updated about any public venues you do, especially with your band as we would love to come and see
you. Thanks again from both of us.
Please Note: The fees indicated below are approximate and based on a central location for each county. They are intended to provide a rough guide only and exact quotes can only be given once the date and exact location of your event have been provided.