Biography
Backroads have spent many years perfecting their act, performing together at prestigious venues across the UK, as well as individually at venues and events that include Glastonbury Festival, Shepherds Bush Empire and Stamford Bridge.
Based in the North West, this acoustic duo combine the very best of classic pop, soul and contemporary music, with a dash of jazz and reggae when called upon. The duo are happy to work with your preferences, creating a bespoke playlist for your wedding, corporate or private event.
With soulful vocals backed up by faultless rhythm guitar, Backroads promise to deliver a memorable performance on every occasion.
What an incredible duo they are. Warm, friendly and incredibly talented. Really made for easy listening for our special day. Thank you.
★★★★★
Jane - Wedding
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Repertoire
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- Soul/Motown/Funk
- Cry To Me - Solomon Burke
- I Feel Good – James Brown
- Hit The Road Jack – Ray Charles
- Do You Love Me? – The Contours
- Having A Party - Sam Cooke
- Respect – Aretha Franklin
- How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You – Marvin Gaye
- I Heard It Through The Grapevine – Marvin Gaye
- Lets Get in On – Marvin Gaye
- Take Me To The River - Al Green
- The Way You Make Me Feel – Michael Jackson
- Blame It On The Boogie – Jackson 5
- I Want You Back – Jackson 5
- At Last – Etta James
- Rather Go Blind - Etta James
- Stand By Me – B. E. King
- Mustang Sally – Wilson Pickett
- King Of The Swingers - Louis Prima/Jungle Book
- Dreams To Remember - Otis Redding
- Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay – Otis Redding
- Son of A Preacher Man – Dusty Springfield
- You Can’t Hurry Love – The Supremes
- My Girl – The Temptations
- Proud Mary – Tina Turner
- Lovely Day – Bill Withers
- I Wish – Stevie Wonder
- Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder
- Master Blaster (Jammn') - Stevie Wonder
- Signed Sealed Delivered – Stevie Wonder
- Superstition – Stevie Wonder
- Classic Pop
- Come Together – The Beatles
- Twist & Shout – The Beatles
- Long Train Running - Doobie Brothers
- Change The World – Eric Clapton
- Lay Down Sally - Eric Clapton
- Easy – The Commodores
- December 1963 (Oh What A Night) – The Four Seasons
- Hotel California – The Eagles
- Faith - George Michael
- Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison
- Wonderwall - Oasis
- 9 to 5 – Dolly Parton
- Jolene - Dolly Parton
- Hound Dog – Elvis Presley
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
- Simply The Best - Tina Turner
- Dancing In The Moonlight - Thin Lizzy
- Modern/Contemporary
- Rolling In The Deep – Adele
- Say You Won't Let Go - James Arthur
- Let It Go - James Bay
- Love Yourself – Justin Bieber & Ed Sheehan
- Sorry - Justin Bieber
- September Song - J P Cooper
- Get Lucky - Daft Punk
- American Boy – Estelle
- We Are Young - Fun
- How Long Will I Love You? – Ellie Goulding
- Price Tag – Jessie J
- Man In The Mirror - Michael Jackson
- Ex’s & Oh’s – Elle King
- Fly Away - Lenny Kravitz
- All Of Me – John Legend
- Ordinary People – John Legend
- Ho Hey - The Lumineers
- Locked Out of Heaven – Bruno Mars
- Treasure – Bruno Mars
- You Give Me Something – James Morrison
- I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
- Little Lion Man - Mumford & Sons
- Cheerleader – OMI
- Hey Ya! - OutKast
- Perfect - Ed Sheeran
- Shape of You - Ed Sheeran
- Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran
- Cheap Thrills - Sia
- Dakota – Stereophonics
- Super Duper Love - Joss Stone
- Waterfalls - TLC
- Back To Black – Amy Winehouse
- Valerie – Amy Winehouse
- Can’t Feel My Face – The Weekend
- Ballads/Jazz
- Over The Rainbow – Arlen & Harburg
- Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
- Like A Star – Corrine Bailey Rae
- Songbird – Eva Cassidy
- Unforgettable - Nat King Cole
- To Make You Feel My Love – Bob Dylan (& Adele)
- Natural Woman – Aretha Franklin
- But Not For Me – George Gershwin
- As Time Goes By – Herman Hupfeld
- People Get Ready - The Impressions (& Eva Cassidy)
- Don’t Know Why – Norah Jones
- Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? – Carol King
- What Is This Thing Called Love – Cole Porter
- Night and Day – Cole Porter
- Can’t Help Falling In Love With You – Elvis Presley
- I Can’t Make You Love Me – Bonnie Rait
- Fly Me To The Moon – Frank Sinatra
- Fire and Rain – James Taylor
- Reggae
- Jammin’ – Bob Marley
- No Woman No Cry – Bob Marley
- Three Little Birds - Bob Marley
- Don’t Worry Be Happy – Bobby McFerrin
- I Can See Clearly - Johnny Nash
- Red Red Wine – UB40
- Christmas
- All I Want For Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey
- It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas – Perry Como
- Let It Snow
- Rocking Around The Christmas Tree
- Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
- White Christmas
- Winter Wonderland
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Key Information
Learn more about what's included when booking Backroads for your event. If you have requirements that differ from the below, please let us know when making your enquiry.
Standard Package- 2 x 45 minute sets over a maximum 2.5 hour period
- Professional PA system
- Playlists between sets if required
- Arrival one hour prior to performance
- Travel expense
- Dedicated member of our team assigned to your event
- PAT certified equipment and Public Liability Insurance
- 2 x 45 minute sets over a maximum 2.5 hour period
- Professional PA system
- Playlists between sets if required
- Arrival one hour prior to performance
- Travel expense
- Dedicated member of our team assigned to your event
- PAT certified equipment and Public Liability Insurance
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