REAL STEEL

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What makes this band unique is their versatility.

Lead by the pitch perfect jazz junkie, Francis, they manage to produce the sweetest of sounds with anything from one to six players, and hence consistently offer the right sized ensemble to suit each particular event and budget.

Band One are available to learn a request to make your special day that little bit more special.

Ask nicely and they might even let you have a go!

Popular songs/covers

Billie Jean/Smooth criminal/Bad
In the mood
Never can say goodbye
Something stupid
Can't take my eyes off you
Not unusual (to be loved by anyone)
Killing me softly
Fly me to the moon
Fever ( you give me )
Moondance
Dream a little dream
My guy
Play that funky music (white boy)
There little birds
Is this love
I shot the sherif
Surfin' USA / Good vibrations
Music to watch the girls go by
Dancing queen
Our day will come
Copacabana
Thinking out loud
Love on top
Rehab
You know I'm no good

Traditional songs

Steelband paradise
Benjamin calypso
Caribbean farewell
Rum and coca-cola
Same de orfeus
Yellow bird
Island in the sun
Jamaica farewell
Musical wine
Si si
La bamba
Cherry pink
Sugar bum

...And many more

Other recognisable melodies

Under the sea
Brown girl in the ring
Rivers of Babylon
Quando quando
Brasil
Spanish eyes
Never on a Sunday
La cucaracha

...And many more

Previous clients include plenty of private parties and weddings, but here are some of their most recent and recognisable clients:

Alton Towers - At the Splash Landings hotel, Alton, 2014

Nokia – At the Rotherham Call Centre, Ventura House, Rotherham, 2013

Citroen - At Alton Towers, 2013

Cadbury – At Cadbury world, Bourneville, 2012

British Gas – At the Manchester Call Centre, Manchester, 2012

Sky TV – At their summer ball held at Leeds University, Leeds, 2011

General Information:

Name: Real Steel

Location: Manchester

Band Members: 2 - 6

Main Category: Steel Bands

Other Categories: Christmas Parties, Corporate, Drummers, Latin & South American, Live Music, Musicians, Traditional & World Music, Wandering Musicians, Weddings

Lineups/Options:

3 Piece Band: Steel band trio

Duo: steel band duo

Timings:

Standard Set Times: 2 hours of performances which can be spread over 3 hours

Set Up Time: 30 mins

Usual Arrival Time: 1 hour before

Usual Finish Time: 3 hours after commencing

Space Required (w x d):

3 Piece Band: 3m x 3m

Duo: 2m x 2m

Sound & Lighting:

PA suitable for:

Stage Lighting:

Dance Floor Lighting:

Free use of PA via iPod:

DJ included:

Star Cloth:

Other Requirements

Hospitality/Artist Rider: Refreshments

Technical Requirement: Cover from direct sunlight on a very hot day.

Cover from rain.

Ross Newark, Wedding Event, Cheshire, 2014, Cheshire, 2014

The guys were absolutely great and created a really good atmosphere. Everyone was commenting on how good they were so I feel vindicated in having booked them. I would most definitely recommend them.

Raul Martez , Barcelona, 2013

Good image and presented good also. Thank you very much to travel so far, and it was surely worth it. The people liked the Caribbean music, and the atmosphere it carried.

Nadine Holmes, Wedding Event, Cheshire, 2012

Fantastic, the band really were amazing, so glad we booked them!

Sandra Milton (now Sandra Youngson), Wedding event, 2011

The guys were absolutely fantastic, my parents were delighted with the surprise and everyone has commented on how the steel band added to the party atmosphere of the occasion. My only regret is that I didn't think before hand to get some lessons from the band before the day to play a tune for our family and friends.... that would have been an amazing surprise for everyone!! I'll have to do that next time! It was also a pleasure to deal with you, you were very helpful with the booking. If you ever need a reference for you or the guys I'd be happy to provide one for future clients.

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.