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Premium Live Band for Weddings, Functions and Corporate Events. Soul & Motown | R&B | Dance & Electronic | Pop
Featuring musicians and singers who have worked with reputable artistes such as Paul Van Dyk, Nile Rodgers, Paul McCartney, Brian Wilson, Keane, Elton John, Kid Creole, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Cream, Brite Light Brite Light, Nate Watts, Oz Noy, Russell Watson, Boy George, Chris Difford, and many more…..
It isn’t just our objective to turn up and play music. We want to entertain, and make YOU a part of the event. Our musicians and vocalists are carefully selected, to ensure a package of talent, professionalism and adaptability. Featuring several Musical Directors within the group, and a wealth of experience in managing and performing in bands – our arrangements are painstakingly prepared – to ensure a slick, top flight performance comparable to those of any session band on the world stage.
We pride ourselves on continuity – and our team of musicians and vocalists have worked together for many years. We are not just colleagues, but friends too. Our mission is a simple one – to provide Great Music, with Great People, to very satisfied clients – however large or small. Our shows are well rehearsed and meticulously prepared – with the highest specification lighting and sound. Our Setlists are highly adaptable given we perform everything from Swing, Jazz, Soul through to Modern Day Classics. This material is continually evolving to keep the show interesting and as up to date as possible. We are able to cater for all sizes of event offering bands from 4 piece up to 16 piece. All with the same high level of production and talent. As a Musical collective – we have an established and respected reputation from our peers – not only in retaining and developing talent – but in providing one of the most musically tight and entertaining bands in the United Kingdom. Despite undertaking over 100 performances annually, each and every client is important to us. Whether it’s your Corporate Event, Wedding, or Birthday party – we give everyone the same great level of customer service – with a dedicated event planner who will ensure everything runs according to plan, in advance of and on your big day. We can add that personal touch to your Wedding too – by going on step further than any other band by learning 2 songs specifically for you. Whether that is your First Dance and a Father/Daughter Dance – or just a song that is special to you both – we take the time to learn and prepare in advance of your big day. We also have a person dedicated to planning your wedding and working with you – to ensure that all of your arrangements are in perfect order in advance of the big day. We can also tailor an entire day’s entertainment to your liking. Our rich pool of resources enables us to offer a one stop shop for DJ Service, Wedding Breakfast entertainment (Acoustic/Background/Vocal), Sax DJ, and PA hire for your Speeches and or daytime background music. This can take all the headache away from dealing with several suppliers – and you can rest in the knowledge that everything will be provided at the highest possible quality.
Our professional network extends to hundreds of wedding and corporate venues throughout the UK and overseas – and with our in-depth knowledge – we can plan meticulously with your event coordinator at the venue to make your booking hassle free – and exactly the way it should be 100% enjoyment. Make sure to not miss out on this fantastic band for your upcoming wedding, corporate event, private party or function and contact us today to book!

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​24K Magic - Bruno Mars
Can’t Stop The Feeling - Justin Timberlake
Cheap Thrills - Sia
This Is What You Came For - Calvin Harris ft. Rhianna
Can’t Feel My Face - The Weeknd
Hold My Hand - Jess Glynne
How Deep Is Your Love - Calvin Harris & Disciples 
Rather Be - Clean Bandit ft. Jess Glynne
Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Get Lucky - Daft Punk ft. Pharrell Williams
Happy - Pharrell Williams
Love Me Again - John Newman
Treasure - Bruno Mars
Runaway Baby - Bruno Mars
Blurred Lines - Robin Thicke
Love On Top - Beyonce Knowles
Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheerhan
Locked Out of Heaven - Bruno Mars
Sing - Ed Sheerhan
We Found Love - Rihanna
Forget You - Cee Lo Green
Only Girl (In the World) - Rihanna
You Got The Love - Florence and the Machine
Seven Nation Army - Ben L'Oncle Soul
Price Tag - Jessie J
Lola's Theme - Shapeshifters
Empire State of Mind - Alicia Keys
Lady (Here Me Tonight) - Mojo
The Weekend - Michael Gray
One More Time - Daft Punk
Don’t Call Me Baby - Madison Avenue
Starlight - The Supermen Lovers
Put Em High - Therese
Salsoul Nugget - M&S Presents
It Just Won't Do - Tim Deluxe
Valerie - Mark Ronson ft. Amy Winehouse
1 Thing - Amerie
Rock Your Body - Justin Timberlake
Finally - CeCe Peniston
No Scrubs - TLC
You Don't Me - Armand Van Helden
Sing it Back - Moloko
Turn Around - Phats and Small
Red Alert - Basement Jaxx
What is Love - Hadaway
U Sure Do - Strike
Dreamer - Livin' Joy
Show me Love - Robin S
The Rhythm of the Night - Corona
Hideaway - De'Lacy
I Wanna Dance with Somebody - Whitney Houston
Let's Hear it For The Boy - Denice Williams
Somebody Else’s Guy - Jocelyn Brown
Cuddly Toy - Roachford
Thriller - Michael Jackson
Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan
Kiss - Prince
1999 - Prince
Never Too Much - Luther Vandross
Good Times - Chic
Shake Your Body Down - Michael Jackson/ Justin Timberlake
Don't Stop Till You Get Enough - Michael Jackson
Rock With You - Michael Jackson
Lady Marmalade - Patti Labelle
Let's Stay Together - Al Green
Blame It on the Boogie - The Jackson 5
September - Earth, Wind & Fire
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours - Stevie Wonder
Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett
For Once in My Life - Stevie Wonder
Grapevine - Marvin Gaye
Higher and Higher - Jackie Wilson
Respect - Aretha Franklin
Soul Man - Sam and Dave
My Girl - The Temptations
Dancing in the Street - Martha and the Vandellas
Stand By Me - Ben E King
Son of a Preacher Man - Dusty Springfield
Sweetest Feeling - Jackie Wilson
Rescue Me - Fontella Bass
Say a Little Prayer - Aretha Franklin
Heatwave - Martha and the Vandellas
I Feel Good - James Brown
Knock on Wood - Eddie Floyd
Hard to Handle - Otis Redding
Sweet Soul Music - Arthur Conley
I Can't Help Myself - The Temptations
Soul Man - Sam and Dave
Ain't That A Kick in the Head - Various
At Last - Etta James
Beyond The Sea - Bobby Darrin
That’s Life - Frank Sinatra
New York New York - Frank Sinatra
Let There Be Love - Nat King Cole
Cantaloupe Island - Herbie Hancock
Choo Choo Ch Boogie - Louis Prima
Come Fly With Me - Frank Sinatra
Cry Me A River - Ella Fitzgerald
Feeling Good - Nina Simone
Fly Me To The Moon - Frank Sinatra
Girl from Ipanema - Frank Sinatra/Various
Hit That Jive Jack - Diana Krall
I Got A Woman - Ray Charles
I Just Wanna Make Love To You - Etta James
Jump Jive and Wail - Louis Prima
L.O.V.E - Nat King Cole
Mack the Knife - Bobby Darrin
My Baby Just Cares - Nina Simone
Minnie The Moocher - Cab Calloway
My Bojangles - Sammy Davis Jr/ Nina Simone
Route 66 - Nat King Cole
That Man - Caro Emerald
The Look of Love - Various
Unforgettable - Nat King Cole
Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles
Fever - Peggy Lee

Technical Information...


Band Setup for 4 to 6 piece typically takes 45 minutes to 1 hour.
7 Piece upwards takes from from 1 hour to 1 hr 15 minutes.
The band will perform during set times stipulated at the point of booking. However, as a guide – our most common performance times are:
20:30pm – Perform First Dance Live followed by 1st Set Break for Buffet (and DJ Service)
22:30 – Perform 2nd Set
23:15 until contracted Finish Time – DJ Service
An absolutely fantastic band that I have used on several corporate events. Phil and the team are a pleasure to deal with from the planning stages to the performance. It amazes me every time I see them at how they work the room and fill the dance floor without fail!
Andrew Louis 10/10 ​
​Thank you so much, you and the band were amazing! Phil and the band were amazing! They exactly what we asked for and made sure everyone was up on the dance floor! I would recommend the band for any event. Thank you so much for helping to make our wedding so memorable
Chelsea Simpson (Wedding, Bagden Hall Hotel, Huddersfield) 10/10 
We hired The Band for our wedding. They were awesome! Everyone loved them! They even let my brother drop in a few tunes in between the sets! I would highly recommend them. You will not be disappointed!
Sharyn Dolan (Wedding, Spirit Restaurant, Warrington) 10/10 
​What an amazing night. You guys were on fire - one of the best live groups I've seen for years. Can wait to see you again soon - hopefully at my golf club!
Andrew Noone (Wedding, The Village Hotel, Warrington) 10/10 
The Anthematics played at my wedding on 12th July 2014 and were absolutely fantastic, they made the night!
Amy O Neill (Wedding, The Hilton Hotel, Liverpool) 10/10 
We hired the anthematics for our wedding and they sound amazing live! They had the whole family up dancing all night! They also provided an excellent DJ service for us which made the whole night’s entertainment run smoothly! Highly recommended.
John and Abby Kinsella (Wedding, Mere Court Hotel, Knutsford) 10/10 
To Book The Anthematics for your next event contact one of our friendly booking agents for prices and availability on 0151 345 9970, email us on office@academyentertainments.com for more information or simply fill in the enquiry form below.
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