West Coast Duo

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West Coast Duo

West Coast are proud to present the duo version of the very popular 4-piece band. They have been performing together since 2008. After having played in countless bands and events with the 4 piece version, West Coast wanted to give everyone the opportunity to experience this dynamic act. West Coast constantly fine tune and progress their act so they are fresh at every single performance, a duo who continually achieve a bigger sound than expected and have a repertoire which has been carefully selected and tested to provide a high energy act. From The Beatles to Lady Gaga, Kings of Leon to Guns N Roses, every song is delivered with conviction and panache.

Mike
Mike is a seriously passionate musician. He plays piano, guitar, bass, saxophone and he sings. His infectious exciting guitar playing in West Coast always receives amazing feedback from guests. Mike sets himself the highest standards possible every time and expects the same from anyone he plays with. He has worked with many acclaimed artists, bands and session players such as Ozzy Osbourne, Kelly Osbourne, Pitchshifter (Mortal Kombat soundtrack), The Kooks, Steve Washington (Take That), Toploader, Carleen Anderson (Brand New Heavies), Pete Friesen (Alice Cooper), Kelle Bryan (Eternal), Bruce Dickinson (Little Angels) and Kevin Nixon (Kula Shaker). Mike even has his originally written songs requested by music publishers in Los Angeles!

Gemma
Gemma excels in audience interaction and prides herself on delivering a heart stopping show every single time she performs. Her vocal range and control is incredible and she has an innate ability to have the audience eating out of the palm of her hand! Gemma delivers like it`s the last show on earth every time. Gemma has performed with Carleen Anderson (Brand New Heavies), supported Girls Aloud, Paolo Nutini, The Script and the late great Amy Winehouse. She has also worked with Liberty X and Javine and appeared on ITV`s Madonna Mania. Gemma has supported these acts across Asia and Europe!

Line-up

Live Vocals and Guitar (all other instruments provided by audio track).

Extra Line-up(s)

Early Dinner set
Special requests
DJ set
As West Coast are multi instrumentalists the duo may consist of other members from the full band lineup, so the client will be guaranteed a high class act.

Also included

Mackie Thumper Speakers (300w), Yamaha MG166c mixing desk, Yamaha Monitor (150w), Equinox MaxiBar LED lighting system, 2xchauvet megatrix lights
A bigger PA system and more lights are available if needed.

Location

South East based and will travel to these areas: South East, South West, Midlands.

Previous Clients

Hampton Court Palace
The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple
East Sussex National Golf Club
Ashdown Park Hotel
Le Gothique
Grims Dyke Hotel
Kew Gardens
Camberley Heath Golf Club
Chesfield Downs and Country Golf Club

Hi Rick, as usual your act were fab

-Biggins Hill Social

Gemma and Mike were fantastic and helped make my wife's surprise 50th birthday party a great success. Looking forward to using them on my next event.

-Mike

“Just to say a HUGE thank you. West Coast were amazing ....and totally made our special event! Please pass on our thanks to Mike and the band they were fantastic!!”
Carol, Party, March 2012

“The band were brilliant! The dance floor was packed from beginning to end and they played something for everyone. Very impressive!! The guys were professional throughout and adapted their set to suit the night. We would book them again without a doubt and would recommend to anyone.”
Rachel and Chris, Wedding, September 2011

“West Coast were absolutely fantastic at our wedding, all our guests agreed. I would definitely have no qualms about hiring them again or recommending them to friends. Unfortunately however I do not have any upcoming parties/events planned!”
Karen, Wedding, East Sussex, September 2011

“I cannot thank West Coast enough for their contribution to my 50th birthday party. Wow! wow! wow! they were fantastic. They were all I hoped for and more. They were/are professional to the last, so friendly and accomodating and worth every single penny!! We would book them again in the future. I was overwhelmed and everyone loved them and still they are being talked about. Whenever I bump into anyone from the party its West Coast they mention first and say how much they enjoyed them and how fantastic they were!!!!!"
Pam 50th Birthday Party, Lincolnshire May 2011