Pop, Disco & Soul Band - Metropolis
Party band Metropolis are a unique blend of the UK's finest session musicians. Based in London but performing Nationally and Internationally, Metropolis play rock, pop, soul and jazz and are guaranteed to take any corporate event, wedding or private party to the next level.
Biography
Formed in 2000, Metropolis are one of the finest party bands around. If you’ve ever been to the O2 arena, a west end show or just had a look in your music collection, the chances are you would have seen or heard one of the musicians performing. This, coupled with an understanding that any event takes months of meticulous planning, means that Metropolis’ attention to detail is second to none. Leaving no stone unturned and nothing to chance is an important factor in making Metropolis one of the UK’s leading party bands.
Line Up
Standard line up for the Metropolis party band is a 8 piece band.
Repertoire
Metropolis have an extensive repertoire and also perform medleys from various musical genres including 60s, 70s, 80s, soul, motown rock. They also perform a jazz and swing set. Songs include:
- Celebration - Kool And The Gang
- September - Earth Wind And Fire
- Street Life - The Crusaders
- Lady Marmalade - Pattie Labelle
- Carwash - Rose Royce
- Disco Inferno - The Trammps
- Boogie Wonderland - Earth Wind And Fire
- Good Times - Chic
- He's The Greatest Dancer - Sister Sledge
- Shake Your Body Down To The Ground - The Jackson 5
- Blame It On The Boogie - The Jacksons
- Never Too Much - Luther Vandross
- Ladies Night - Kool And The Gang
- The Beat Goes On - The Whispers
- Best Of My Love - The Emotions
- Somebody Else's Guy - Jocelyn Brown
- Night To Remember - Shalamar
- Gold - Spandau Ballet
- Relight My Fire - Take That
- Don't Leave Me This Way - The Communards
- Power Of Love - Huey Lewis & The News
- Venus - Bananarama
- Fame - Irene Cara
- Raining Men - The Weather Girls
- Walk Like An Egyptian - The Bangles
- Walking On Sunshine - Katrina & The Waves
- All Night Long - Lionel Ritchie
- Going Loco Down In Acapolco - The Four Tops
- Rhythm Of The Night - De Barge
- 1234 - Gloria Estefan
- Jungle Boogie - Kool & The Gang
- That's The Way I Like It - K.C. & The Sunshine Band
- Young Hearts Break Free - Candi Staton
- Lost In Music - Sister Sledge
- Move In Up - Curtis Mayfield
- Aint No Mountain High Enough - Aretha Franklin
- Love Train - The O'jays
- Build Me Up Buttercup - The Foundations
- Respect - Aretha Franklin
- Think - Aretha Franklin
- Nights On Broadway - Candi Staton
- You Should Be Dancing - The Bee Gees
- What's Going On - Marvin Gaye
- Do I Do - Stevie Wonder
- Another Star - Stevie Wonder
- Listen To The Music - The Doobie Brothers
- 9 Till 5 - Dolly Parton
- Since You've Been Gone - Aretha Franklin
- Rescue Me - Aretha Franklin
- Hot In Here - Nellie
- Rock Your body - Justin Timberlake
- Seniorita - Justin Timberlake
- Crazy In Love - Beyonce
- Love Foolosophy - Jamiroqui
- Lady Hear Me Tonight - Mojo
- Sing It Back - Moloko
- Super Duper Love - Joss Stone
- Smooth - Santana
- Copacabanna - Barry Manilow
- Feeling Hot Hot Hot - Buster Poindexter
- Thriller - Michael Jackson
- Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
- Dancing On The Ceiling - Lionel Richie
- As - Stevie Wonder
- Midnight At The Oasis - The Brand New Heavies
- Let's Dance - David Bowie
- Don't You Worry About A Thing - Stevie Wonder
- Give Me The Night - George Benson
- Back To My Roots - Odyssey
- Easy Lover - Phil Collins
- Ain't Nobody - Chaka Khan
- We Are Family - Sister Sledge
- Thinking Of You - Chic
- I'm Coming Out - Diana Ross
- Lets Stay Together - Al Green
- Just The Two Of Us - Grover Wahington Jr
- Your Song - Elton John
- You've Got A Friend - James Taylor
- If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys
- Natural Woman - Carol King
- Love TKO - Teddy Pendergrass
- Easy - Lionel Ritchie
Performance Times
As standard, Metropolis perform 2 x 60 mins sets but this is often flexible and negotiable.
Booking Options
Metropolis are also available in variety of formats and are extremely experienced at supplying the right sized band for the right event. Metropolis are one of the most versatile party bands in the UK and can perfrom as anything from a 6 to 15 piece band and they often tailor bespoke shows for events with specific themes. Options include:
The Time Line:
This is a fantastic multi-era show starting off in the 1950s; then charting in chronological order the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and ending up in the '00s. This is can be split in to 3 or 4 sets each with their own individual style / costume creating a unique show which takes everything in from Frank Sinatra, The Beatles, Kool And The Gang, Huey Lewis, Jamiroqui and Amy Winehouse. Perfect for anyone who has a diverse taste in music or an event with a large age range.
Swing 'n' Groove:
Another show which is great for those with eclectic tastes! The first half features the "Metropolis Mini Big Band" which faithfully recreates the sound of a big band on smaller scale using a powerful 2 to 5 piece horn section. Every tune has been rearranged by a top American arranger specifically for the band and features a collection swing classics by likes of Sinatra, Dean Martin and Bobby Darin.
The beauty of this set is it can either be used as background music during a dinner or drinks reception or as entertainment for those who prefer more traditional dancing. The second half of the evening is a groove based set taking in all the classic disco and funk tunes, the perfect high energy party finish.
The 70s Experience:
Exactly as the title suggests, this is a trip to the Carwash or New York's Studio 54 featuring everything you would expect from the era. Dressed authentically 70s this is a nostalgic journey back to revisit The Jacksons, Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind and Fire, Chic and many, many more.
80s 80s 80s:
Get ready for a trip back to the future. Here Metropolis recreates the sounds of Madonna, Duran Duran, Whitney Houstan, Lionel Ritchie and many many more. Tight jeans and shoulder pads included as standard!
Location
Party Band Metropolis are based in London but are available for hire both Nationally and Internationally.
Previous Clients
The Metropolis party band have an impressive and diverse client base spanning everything from corporate events, festival appearances, charity balls, club dates, weddings to private parties both at home and abroad. Recent clients include:
- GlaxoSmithCline
- Clivedon House
- The Royal Agricultural Society
- The Finacial Times
- L’Oriel
- Triumph Motorcycles
- Schroaders Bank
- Ferrari
- TVR
- Prague Hilton
Testimonials
"Thank you for all the work the band put into our Summer Ball at the Hilton on Park Lane last week. The event was a huge success and we have already received overwhelmingly positive feedback about the evening.
As you may have heard from the audience’s response when the band was announced our guests delighted you were back for a second year and you certainly kept the dance floor busy once again. The music really is a key element of functions like this one and Metropolis undoubtedly made a major contribution to the success of the evening."
Ukinbound, Hilton Park Lane, London.
"Metropolis have twice provided the entertainment for our very successful Charity Ball. The feedback on both occasions was absolutely fantastic. This is a massively talented band which will complement any event, and get everyone on the dancefloor. I certainly would have no hesitation in working with them in the future."
Dawn Coulton, Great Ormond Street Hospital.
"We just wanted to write and thank you for helping to make our wedding day such a special one! The band was absolutely fantastic. From the first point of contact we had with you the service has be amazing, and any questions or problems were dealt with quickly, efficiently and professionally. Everyone in the band looked great and we wanted to let you know we think all of you are very talented musicians and wish you all the best in the future."
Danny and Casey Eldridge.
"This is just a brief note to thank the Metropolis band members for their excellent performance at the NASC Dinner Dance at the Prague Hilton last Friday. Those who attended were full of praise for the event.
As you know the role of the band is vital to a successful evening and this one was no exception. Many thanks again to the members of the band for all the hard work leading up to the event."
NASC, Prague Hilton.
"We don’t know how to express our THANK-YOUS to you all! You made the celebration of our marriage just amazing. Everyone commented on you. From your presentation, professionalism, talent and friendliness. We loved it all. Thank you again."
Nige & Lou Corrigan.
Price: From £2500
Make an Enquiry
Thinking of hiring party band Metropolis for your live event entertainment? Looking for some help, advice, ideas or inspiration? Maybe you have a question, a comment, feedback or a suggestion? Whatever the nature of your enquiry, we want to hear from you. You can contact us on 0845 625 4121 or simply fill out the enquiry form and we'll get back to you promptly.
