East Riddlesden Hall

Posted on May 13, 2013 by funcontherocks

One of the best things about being a function band is getting the chance to play at so many amazing venues. One of our favourites in particular being East Riddlesden Hall, Keighley. This stunning 17th century manor house with romantic gardens and converted barn is perfectly suited to every part of a dream wedding day. You can also rest assured that you will be in the capable hands of an experienced professional with Weddings Supervisor, Emma Cunliffe.

We would like to thank the happy couple Mr & Mrs Fowler for allowing us to be a part of their beautiful day at East Riddlesden Hall recently and share a few shots with you.

“Wonderful! The band fitted in so well with our relaxed feel and even our sixteen month old daughter was up having a boogie!” - Thomas & Catherine Fowler

Such a Perfect Day

Posted on February 17, 2013 by funcontherocks

Just like your children, you shouldn’t have a favourite. But how can we fail to put this wedding up there with the best of the bunch? With memories flooding back via some stunning images from the super-talented Paul Joseph Photography we’d like to share one of our top weddings from 2012 with you.

A huge congratulations again to the happy couple David and Amy-Jean and another big thank you to them for choosing us to share their special day at Broughton Hall Utopia. The crowd were amazing, and kicking off the party with a Tina Turner classic Proud Mary, we couldn’t have wished for a better reception. We wish you all the very best for the future x

“A rather large portion of our guest list was made up of professional musicians and West End musical theatre performers. So, trying to find a band that could make an impression on such a crowd was always going to be a challenge. After trawling through endless sound clips on the internet, we had not found a band that even came close. Then one click later, the voice of Cherie Gears somehow managed to fill the room, even through the tiny speakers of our laptop. The next day, we had our band booked.

And what a band! This is a band that’s so good they had the dance floor full on their sound check! Turns out we had nothing to worry about, every one of our guests loved the music and they were not shy in telling us so.

You guys really did over-deliver and we couldn’t recommend you highly enough. Cannot wait for the opportunity to book you guys again! - David & Amy-Jean“

We had a ball!

Posted on February 15, 2013 by funcontherocks

A massive congratulations to Nicola and all involved for such a hugely successful Charity Ball last weekend to raise money for FSID. It was an honour to have been a part of it. http://www.alexanderscharityball.co.uk

The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths is the UK’s leading baby charity aiming to prevent unexpected deaths in infancy and promote infant health.

Performing alongside a great selection of entertainment including Magician Mark Waddington and Grosvenor Fun Casino was an absolute pleasure.

In total the event raised a staggering £16,000 in memory of the tragic loss of Nicola’s son Alexander.

Photos by Capture Photography

“I wanted to say a Massive Thank You to you all for Saturday night. The band were AMAZING and I don’t think I’ve seen a dance floor fill up so quickly ever! My guests loved the whole thing and the band certainly made an impression on them.

I had hoped for target of £15,000 for this year but we’ve exceeded that with £16029 which is overwhelming and I Thank You for being a part of it.
Best wishes
Nicola x”

- Nicola Richardson

We look forward to the same time next year!

January blues?

Posted on January 11, 2013 by funcontherocks

Never mind those January blues… how about January Jazz! Forget the woes of the bygone festive period and the long, dark, cold nights of late with the soothing sounds of our instrumental jazz trio.

This perfectly-petite line-up can create the relaxed soundtrack for your drinks reception or wedding breakfast. Or choose from one of our many other combinations tailored to your individual taste. Contact us now for expert advice on your entertainment package options.

Happy New Year

Posted on January 3, 2013 by funcontherocks

A great gig to finish off a great year! Having partied long into the night with a fantastic crowd at Ardsley House Hotel this New Year’s Eve, we’re back to reality and have hit the ground running with all the newly engaged couples over the festive period. Such a wonderful time of year to start planning the rest of your lives together and it’s our pleasure to be a part of it.

If you or someone you know has popped the question this Christmas don’t forget the most important part of your big day… the party! Courtesy of Func On The Rocks.

You’ve Got The Love

Posted on October 29, 2012 by funcontherocks

We’ve got the love for Florence & The Machine’s version of this 80′s anthem and have slipped it into our ever-expanding repertoire for a bit of a Pop/Rock edge.

For our full repertoire list please visit our Music page.

We’d love to know what your favourite party anthem is..? The one where you’re already doing your ‘dance-onto-the-dancefloor-dance’ before anyone has the chance to ask. Don’t be shy, get in touch!

Party Season

Posted on October 10, 2012 by funcontherocks

Whether you’ve had a fantastic or not-so-great 2012 there’s every reason to see the year out with a great big bang!

Party season is almost upon us and we have selected dates still available to bring your event to life, with a touch of glamour from the outstanding vocal talent of Cherie Gears.

Corporate Events

Posted on October 8, 2012 by funcontherocks

Func On The Rocks perform at a variety of Corporate Events up and down the country. Most recently at Headingley Carnegie Stadium to help raise money for the Princes Trust.

Do you have an event coming up that could be the highlight of everyone’s social calendar? Func On The Rocks can provide the perfect mix of Soul, Motown, Pop, Rock and Funk to get your guests up on their feet at the end of the night.

At Last… Jazz fans

Posted on October 4, 2012 by funcontherocks

Before the real party starts, sit back and enjoy a relaxed Wedding Breakfast with your family and friends immersed in some beautifully performed Jazz classics.

As an addition to our standard evening entertainment package Func On The Rocks can offer a number of varied line-ups to provide the soundtrack to your afternoon events. All tailored to individually suit your preference and budget.

This can be anything from a full 5-piece Jazz Set, down to an intimate Piano / Vocal Duet. Perhaps just a simple trio of Piano, Bass & Drums to create the perfect atmosphere for catching up with old friends over dinner.

For more live videos showcasing these line-ups please visit our You Tube Channel.

Big Band

Posted on October 2, 2012 by funcontherocks

As part of our extensive entertainment package we also offer a variety of optional extras to really make your event one to remember.

Including…
- Additional Brass Section (eg. Saxophone / Trumpet)
- Second Lead Vocalist to compliment Cherie’s outstanding voice.

Having access to a network of fantastic professional musicians allows us to create any combination you desire. For expert advice and more details on pricing and packages please contact us for a no obligation quote.

Func On The Rocks featuring Cherie Gears

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