Richmond Soul

» Profile

Richmond is Steve Giles and Chris Johnson. At 25 and 26 respectively, they have extensive performing experience and spent many years perfecting their craft through a variety of projects including a disco harmony quartet, a pop / soul choir and a variety of acoustic and fully live outfits. Everything before now has certainly contributed to a polished act from two incredible male vocalists, based around soul, motown, R n B, funk, pop and a peppering of swing for those more prestigious occasions.

Together with their previous ventures they have performed leads in the bright lights of London’s West End at theatres such as The London Palladium and the Strand theatre.

As Richmond, the boys recently won a singing contest to win the opportunity to support Britain’s premiere soul singer ‘Lemar’, close to their hometown in Southampton.

In between ‘mixing it up’ with the stars, Richmond regularly perform at bars, clubs and music venues to party-goers who always come away buzzing. Their stylish but approachable demeanour and slick mix of music will perfectly compliment your corporate event, dinner or wedding.

Either way, it is clear to see that Richmond are at the forefront of their genre and are constantly rejuvenating their audiences with their dynamic and original style.

» Song List

• Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder
• For Once In My Life – Stevie Wonder
• Lately – Stevie Wonder
• Uptight – Stevie Wonder
• Do I Do – Stevie Wonder
• Tears Of A Clown - Smokey Robinson
• Let’s Get Serious – Jermaine Jackson
• Sweet Soul Music – Arthur Conley
• Money (that’s What I Want) – Barrett Strong/boyz 2 Men
• Same Old Song/reach Out Medley – Four Tops
• Standing In The Shadows Of Love – Four Tops
• I Can’t Help Myself – Four Tops
• He’s Misstra Know It All – Stevie Wonder
• Dock Of The Bay – Otis Redding
• My Girl – Temptations
• Papa Was A Rolling Stone - Temptations
• It’s A Shame – The Spinners
• Could It Be I’m Fallin’ In Love – The Spinners
• Try A Little Tenderness – Otis Redding/commitments
• Billy Paul – Me & Mrs Jones
• My First, My Last, My Everything – Barry White
• Heard It Through The Grapevine – Marvin Gaye
• What’s Going On – Marvin Gaye
• Sexual Healing – Marvin Gaye
• Let’s Get It On – Marvin Gaye
• Mercy Mercy Me – Marvin Gaye
• Let’s Stay Together – Al Green
• Tired Of Being Alone – Al Green
• Soul Man – Sam & Dave
• Hold On! I’m Coming – Sam & Dave
• Keep On Runnin’ – Spencer Davis Group
• Midnight Hour – Wilson Pickett/commitments
• Stand By Me – Ben E King
• Always & Forever – Luther Vandross
• Ain’t No Sunshine – Bill Withers
• Easy – Lionel Richie
• Never Too Much – Luther Vandross
• Love The One You’re With – Luther Vandross
• The Beat Goes On- The Whispers
• Move On Up – Curtis Mayfield
• Happy Radio – Edwin Starr
• Get Down It – Kool & The Gang
• Celebration – Kool & The Gang
• Cherish – Kool & The Gang
• Ladies Night – Kool & The Gang
• Criticize – Alexander O’neal
• Beyond The Sea – Bobby Darin
• Mack The Knife – Bobby Darin
• Me & My Shadow – Robbie Williams
• Straighten Up & Fly Right – Nat King Cole
• Mr Bojangles – Sammy Davis Junior
• Have You Met Miss Jones – Robbie Williams
• Ain’t That A Kick In The Head – Dean Martin
• Come Fly With Me – Frank Sinatra
• Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Andy Williams
• That’s Amore – Frank Sinatra & Dean Martin
• Reet Petit – Jackie Wilson
• Everything – Michael Buble
• Leave Right Now – Will Young
• Wonderful World – James Morrison
• You Give Me Something – James Morrison
• Dance With You – Lemar
• It Ain’t Easy – Lemar
• If There’s Any Justice – Lemar
• Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me – George Michael & Elton John
• Smooth – Santana
• Two Can Play That Game – Bobby Brown
• Canned Heat - Jamiroquai
• No Woman No Cry – Bob Marley
• Careless Whisper – George Michael
• And Many More!

» Previous Clients

• Hilton Hotels
• Royal Bath Hotel
• Mayflower Theatre
• Butlins Leisure Parks
• 235 Casino, Manchester
• Isle Casino, Coventry
• Pontins
• Malmaison Hotels
• Forestdale Hotels
• Parley Manor
• Chicago Rock
• 235 Casino
• G Casinos
• Gala Casinos
• Isle Casino Coventry
• Mayflower Theatre
• Strand Theatre
• London Paladium
• Ritz Carlton Dubai
• Royal Bath Hotel
• De Vere Hotels
• Butlins
• Hilton Hotels
• Salisbury City Hall
• Salisbury Chamber Of Commerce
• And Many More!
• Artists Supported:
• Lemar
• Heatwave
• Alexander O’neal
• The Drifters
• Boney M
• X-factor Tour
• Yazz
• 4tune
• Peter Andre

» Testimonials

We would just to say a huge thank you to both as you made both our New Year's Eve party and Hotel Work Party a great experience for everyone and something definitely worth repeating again! We appreciated their talent not only for having fantastic voices and personalities, but also for being able to integrate with the guests and staff to encourage them to get up and party!!!!! Having already successfully booked the guys for two events at the hotel, we would have no hesitation in booking them again and have already set about recommending them to the other hotels within the group, as well as clients and business partners within the city”
- Gemma Spooncer,
Malmaison Hotel, Manchester

“Richmond Soul have been working with us since the beginning of 2008, and have proven to be a highly successful duo of artists. Due to their excellent quality of musicianship and professionalism they have gained many bookings in their time with us and have always been helpful, cooperative and friendly, gaining excellent feedback from their clients as a result. We would recommend them to any employers or clients without hesitation.”
- Dave Bevan, Managing Director
Alive Network

“Just a short note to say a huge thank you to you both for Sunday Night. You really couldn't have been better and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for completing our day so perfectly. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you and we hate to think we'll not see you again - how do you fancy playing Ian's 30th next year? Again, you made our special day an extra special one. We've never seen a band engage a crowd so well.
All the very best for the future.”
- Emma & Ian Richardson, East Sussex

We were totally blown away with the outstanding performance that Richmond Soul gave at an event we attended recently. These Lads are by far, one of the best Duo,s we have seen for a long time in the UK, they have style, charisma and above all they have real talent. With a wide repertoire of tracks from 1960 to the present day they were able to keep a full house audience on their feet and dancing in the aisles during their performance. This smart, clean cut duo will certainly be around for many years to come entertaining audiences in the thousands.
- Gary Butler, Chief Executive
Multimedia Group

As for the evening entertainment 'Richmond Soul'- where do I start! The boys were great, I knew they would be good from having listened to their demo, however, they were much more than good, they were fantastic! We wanted to increase the tempo from the string quartet that we had for the afternoon reception and Richmond certainly did just that. Their repertoire touched each and everyone and the feedback from our guests told us we did the right thing by booking Richmond Soul. You were great guys - don't ever give it up! I'm sure we will be seeing much more of you.
- Jackie Ashman, Gloucester

Our company has been associated with the band "Richmond" for around one year. We have sent them to work at corporate events e.g. Skipton Building Society, York Dental Association and they have entertained at several private parties. Apart from producing performances that thrilled their audiences (we have always had enthusiastic positive feedback from events where "Richmond" have worked) the band have always been punctual, (arriving in good time to set up equipment), courteous, well mannered and jovial towards our clients and accommodating (juggling set times to fit in with client requirements for example).
The band "Richmond" is on the point of breaking into a significant career. We foretell a golden future for them.
- Len Phillip, MD

“Richmond Soul were fantastic, a real asset to my client's wedding. They sounded fabulous and the bride and groom were ecstatic with their performance. Chris and Steve were the perfect professionals, arriving on time and understanding how important it was that we kept on time and to schedule. They created a great atmosphere and no doubt guests will be talking about them for weeks to come"
- Zoe Lingard, Wedding Planner

“We have worked with Richmond on several occasions and have found them to be professional, reliable and talented performers. We have also had repeat bookings from the same client, (a major hotel group) for the guys because they were so pleased with their performance. They have booked them again for New Years Eve this year. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to other clients and professional agencies.”
- Marina Blore, Director

“Richmond – I just wanted to let you know that you were fantastic. All our guests commented on how good you were, really personable, very professional and extremely talented singers. I really couldn't fault you!”
- Fiona Morrison, Liverpool

We had a fantastic wedding made even better by Richmond Soul. They were phenomenal - our guests were truly blown away. They guys are really talented and brilliant fun!
- Shelley Parkins, Derby

Richmond were fantastic and i would highly recommend them to anyone. They are a great band, who are professional and sound great, they put on a fantastic act with alot of personality. We couldnt have had a better band for our wedding, thanks guys you were great and hope to book you again in the future.
- Tim & Sacha Burgess, Suffolk

Richmond were absolutely fantastic and entertained everyone, they were extremely entertaining while at the same time thoroughly personable, what a fabulous pair.
- Bella John, Sutton Coldfield

» Set Formats

Richmond Soul Offer:

1 x 60 Minute Set
Or
2 x 60 Minute Sets
Or
3 x 40 Minute Sets

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