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SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL (featuring Richie Sampson)

Soul / Motown Band

(14 Reviews)

Also Performs As: Function / Party Band, Cover Band, Wedding Band
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Leicester, East Midlands
Performs: Worldwide
From: £2300

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Description

Awarded The Official No.1 music tribute Act to the legendary group: The Drifters, voted by the Agency's Association( Great Britain) in 2013 , 2016 and 2017.
SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL relights the magic of a golden era.
Richie sampson and his group Soul Kinda wonderful has also toured worldwide with legendary artists such as George McCrae and The Three Degrees.

Set-List

Saturday night at the movies/kissing in the back row of the movies/you're more than a number in our little red book/stand by me / My girl/ Come on over to my place/ I cant help myself/ Same old song/You to me are everything/Ain't no stopping us now/ I cant get by without you/ higher and higher/ save the last dance for me/mind blowing decisions/Get ready/Build me up buttercup/This old heart of mine/ Disco inferno/ Celebration/ Ladies night/ get down on it/Sweet Caroline/Under the boardwalk up on the roof/love is in the air/ hard to handle/let's go round again/ how sweet it is to be loved by yo ... u/ Heard it through the grapevine/ miss grace/ just walk way Renee/ end of the road/ talking loud/ I'll make love to you/ want you back /down at the club/get down on it and many more classics.

Biography

Soul Kinda Wonderful (SKW) is an award-winning vocal group based in the UK that lives up to their name. For more than a decade, they have been celebrating the golden era of Soul and Motown by performing wonderful hit songs by iconic groups like The Temptations, The Four Tops, and The Drifters on stages across the world. (SKW has a special fondness for The Drifters because their name was derived from the group’s song, “Some Kinda Wonderful.” And SKW has even been recognized as the UK’s official Number 1 music tribute to the legendary act.)
Although known for putting their spin on ... classic songs by other artists from the 50s and 60s, Soul Kinda Wonderful also records their own music. One of their songs is our newest First Listen. It’s called “Never Knew Love (Till I Found You).” Co-written by the group’s mainstay Richie Sampson, along with Glenn Keiles, the midtempo tune is a clear nod to the classic soul of yesteryear that had love as its core message. The lyrics speak of finding love that was needed but had yet to be discovered.
Never knew love till the day that I found you
I never knew hope till I was around you
I’m just so glad (so glad) that I found you
Thank you for the goodness and joy…I wanna thank you
Check out “Never Knew Love (Till I Found You)” ,which will be on Soul Kinda Wonderful’s upcoming album of original music entitled “Closer and Closer to You.”
Soul Kinda Wonderful
"Never Knew Love (Till I Found You)"

Reviews (14 Reviews)

SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL (featuring Richie Sampson) - Soul / Motown Band - Leicester, East Midlands Event Location: At sea in the Bay of Biscay Event Type: Ships Entertainment 18th June 2019

Just seen them on the P & O's Aurora. Loved the music and the banter. Best band for quite a while. Shame the sets weren't longer really enjoyed them and they were lovely to talk to around the ship. Hope to see them again sometime.

Reviewed by: Hampshire Lady

SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL (featuring Richie Sampson) - Soul / Motown Band - Leicester, East Midlands Event Location: Bunn leisure holiday resort Event Type: Corporate event 11th May 2019

Absolutely Amazing show last night at Bunn Leisure..these Guys are a Sensational Group and covered all my Favourite throw back Soul/ Motown tunes..I can’t Dance much due to Leg problems but I was right up front strutting my stuff on my seat and had an Amazing evening and to make it even more Amazing they Introduced and backed the Legend that is the Master George McRae...FANTASTIC ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC....THANKS GUYS XXXX

Reviewed by: Julie jeff

SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL (featuring Richie Sampson) - Soul / Motown Band - Leicester, East Midlands Event Location: The Belfry | Wishaw | Sutton Coldfield | West Midlands | B76 9PR Event Type: Staff Christmas lunch 17th December 2018

Richie On behalf of myself, James and all at The Belfry, our heartfelt thanks for making our staff Christmas Lunch one of the best yet. You were absolutely superb, got the crowd on their feet from the get-go and made them feel very special. Please let us know when you wish to return for a stay with your loved ones. We will also make sure that we promote you, through Champions, for any events here requiring entertainment. You wowed us all. Alan/John, thanks for your support as always. Merry Christmas to you all Katie Katie Niland Sales Director The Belfry | Wishaw | Sutton Coldfield | West Midlands | B76 9PR Direct: 01675 477037 Mobile: 07766 133443 facebook | twitter | linkedin

Reviewed by: Katie Niland (Sales Director)

SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL (featuring Richie Sampson) - Soul / Motown Band - Leicester, East Midlands Event Location: uk Event Type: general 18th January 2018

Soul Kinda Wonderful Monday, 24 July 2017 *Soul and Motown tribute act Soul Kinda Wonderful wins a Number 1 music tribute award for the third time* Soul Kinda Wonderful's next gig at the Livestock Festival in Enfield (29th July) is set to be even more special as the band celebrate another win at the National Music Tribute Awards. This outstanding band were recognised with the Official Number 1 Music Tribute to The Drifters. Soul Kinda Wonderful is a lively, fun-loving music act that was formed more than 10 years ago, based in Leicester but performing for fans and celebrity events worldwide. The group enjoy performing and celebrating music of the golden era, specifically the genres of soul and Motown, and have sung some of the industry’s greats as a result (including popular classics by artists such as Ben E King, The Temptations, The Drifters and The Four Tops). Having achieved status as this winner for the third time (Soul Kinda Wonderful was also presented with this accolade in ... 2013 and 2016) the members are delighted to be multi-award winners and retain their title as the UK’s official Number 1 music tribute to the Legendary Drifters. Soul Kinda Wonderful were presented with the prize during a prestigious award ceremony in early July, where they were identified as a worthy winner for their continued enthusiasm and commitment to their industry. "The music lives on" quotes the Daily Express As well as their award-winning tribute act, the members also perform their own songs, which are penned by the established and widely respected song writer Richie Sampson, who has worked with the likes of former Legendary Drifters Ray Lewis, Billy Lewis, Roy G Hemmings, Peter Lamar and Butch Leake. The combination of distinct vocals and well-executed dance moves captures the true essence of Soul and Motown magic, and Richie and his team ensure to delight crowds with much-loved songs that never fail to get the audience moving. They cover catchy hits such as ‘Saturday Night At The Movies’, ‘Under The Boardwalk’, ‘My Girl’, ‘Stand By Me’, ‘Save The Last Dance For Me’, ‘I Can’t Help Myself’, ‘Build Me Up Buttercup’ and ‘Come On Over To My Place’. Duly regarded for their star quality and stage presence, Soul Kinda Wonderful are in high demand and have, as a result, performed all over the world at many different events. They have appeared in front of royalty, sang aboard luxury cruises and been cheered on by celebrities, namely Sir Alex Ferguson, David Beckham, Rio Ferdinand, Coleen Nolan, Richard Branson and Tom Cruise (at the film festival in Dubai). If you love soul and Motown music, or even if you simply like to enjoy a song and a dance, you really must experience the wonder of Soul Kinda Wonderful. Any event is sure to be a success with the involvement of this incredibly professional and highly recommended class act. About Soul Kinda Wonderful: SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL (Richie Sampson, Roy Bailey, Victor Alexander and Paul Anthony) celebrates the music of the golden era of Soul and Motown, along with original songs written by their own songwriter Richie Sampson (who is also a science teacher when he's not writing or performing). Formed over a decade ago the group brings the music and songs of a splendid era back to life. Favourites include Ben E King, The Temptations, The Drifters and The Four Tops plus many more, and the group take their name the from the classic Drifters hit ‘Some Kind of Wonderful’. In the 1990s, Paul, Roy and Richie were in a group with former member of the legendary Drifters, Ray Lewis. Victor Alexander was formerly a percussionist for Mark Morrison. Richie Sampson is also currently on a nationwide theatre tour with the legendary Three Degrees and George McCrae. Album out now ..Tears at the end of a love affair....on iTunes and Amazon. Other forthcoming appearances: 12 August - Allhallows-on-Sea, Kent 20 August - The Embassy Club in Selsey 25 August - Pontins, Sand Bay 26 August - Richie Sampson The Albany Theatre in Coventry with the legendary Three Degrees 31 August - Richie Sampson at The Limelight Theatre in Kettering with the Three Degrees 1 Sept - Premier Suite in Manchester 2 Sept - The Earl of Doncaster 15 Sept - Sketchley Grange hotel in Hinckley 16 Sept - Delph and Dobcross cricket club Party in the Park 29 Sept - The Earl of Doncaster 30 Sept - The Sugar Loaf in Dunstable Soul Kinda Wonderful on Vimeo Further videos, gig dates and press images at https://www.facebook.com/Soulkindawonderful/

Reviewed by: Responsesource

Experience

..Soul Kinda Wonderful has been running for over a decade and Richie Sampson has performed alongside former longstanding stars of the legendary group: The Drifters , such as Ray Lewis, Roy Hemmings, Billy Lewis , Butch Leake , Peter Lamar ,et al.
He was also Frontman for The British Soul and Motown group "The Foundations"...(worldwide hit "Build me up buttercup").
Richie currently tours with the legendary female group "The Three Degrees" in theatres across the UK. Needless to say, The Three Degrees are a favourite of Prince Charles, The Prince of Wales.
AWARDS AND ACCOLADES: ...
UK Tribute award winners for best overall Performance in 2012 (held by Upfront Ents. Sponsored by the 'Birmingham Evening Mail’)
VOTED THE OFFICIAL No 1. TRIBUTE SHOW OF IT'S KIND TO THE MUSIC AND SONGS OF THE LEGENDARY DRIFTERS AT THE National Tribute Awards...Held by The Agency's Association of Great Britain in 2013.
"The music lives on".........quotes the Dailey Express.......
Again Voted the official number 1 tribute music act as The Drifters in the UK by the Agency's Association GB in 2016.
Voted the official number 1 at NTA in 2017
Album out now, both physical and digital download.
Called YOU YOU YOU...

Previous Clients

PREVIOUS CLIENTS INCLUDE:
some clients have written testimonials.
DAVID BECKHAM (PARTY), SIR ALEX FERGUSON (BIRTHDAY PARTY), COLEEN NOLAN (WEDDING EVENT), TOM CRUISE (DUBAI FILM FESTIVAL), RIO FERDINAND, ROYSTON BLYTHE (celeb. hair stylist), ALAN SHEARER.
LUXURY CRUISES INCLUDE; ROYAL CARIBBEAN ,P&O CRUISES, FRED OLSEN, SAGA and THOMPSON CRUISES.
GROVESNOR CASINO
Open air festivals with 'The Real Thing', Alexander O'Neal, Odyssey, Imagination and others
CORPORATE CELEBRITY EVENTS FOR CHAMPION (uk) Plc
GERMANY TOUR WITH KIM WYLDE AND THE HOLLIES
UK THEATRE TOURS
COPORATE SHOWS FOR ... SUPER STORES SUCH AS 'NEXT' AND SAINSBURY'S
MANY PRIVATE AND OPEN AIR EVENTS.... WORLDWIDE
VARIOUS CHARITY EVENTS ; MYELOMA CANCER RESEARCH, CHILDREN'S CHARITY ETC.
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL.....TURNING ON OF THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS EVENT ( thank you to the great city of Manchester ).

Suitable for

Birthday Party (Adult) Casinos Christening Christmas Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Festival / Outdoor Event Nightclub Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions

Additional Information

http://pressreleases.responsesource.com/news/93647/national-music-tribute-hat-trick-for-sweet-soul-music-winners-soul/
Insured for public liability by the actors and performers association (Equity).
CRB checked as professional teacher of Science and Maths ..QTS Status...
Equipment PAT tested.
Travel insurance cover.

Virtual Services Offer

Soul Kinda Wonderful Virtual Soul and Motown Show

This show is a full length virtual concert of the 3 times National music award winning group performing the classic soul and Motown hits of the Drifters, The Temptations, The Four Tops and many more . The show displays the fabulous soul voices of band members Richie Sampson, Roy Bailey and Conrad J Jackson , breathing new live in to those great songs we love and adore. Victor Alexander former member of the group Johnny Johnson and the Vaggabonds joins us on percussion.
Soul Kinda Wonderful are the official number tribute act to the legendary Drifters in the UK, Voted by the Agency's Association of Great Britton.
We have toured across the globe performing these songs in Theatres, Ballrooms ,festival, luxury Cruises and performed for a number of top celebrities such as David Beckham and Sir Trevor McDonald to name a few.

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Merchandise

album: Closer and Closer to you’

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£10 (+£3 P&P)