About The Jive Misters – professional covers band based in Leeds
A stylistically unique funk band from day one, the members of The Jive Misters have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if they had been together their entire musical careers.
Throughout the course of the band’s union, they have won over the hearts of music lovers from all walks of life...performing at a variety of venues, making loads of public appearances, all the while recording new music.
We're listed on FixTheMusic's 12 Best Wedding Bands in Yorkshire ➡️
The Jive Misters regularly perform at weddings, corporate events and parties throughout the UK and internationally.
We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at High Paradise Farm in North Yorkshire, Eden Barn in Cumbria and Plas Dinam Country House in Wales.
Leeds based soul and funk act The Jive Misters are a male-fronted 6 piece band who specialise in delivering a great funk and soul groove but also slip some more modern tracks into the set.
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The repertoire takes its musical cues from acts as varied as Kool and the Gang, Cee Lo Green and Marvin Gaye and also features some funked up modern hits such as Valerie and Moves Like Jagger.
Genetically engineered in a pint glass by Dr Julius Von Funkenstein, The Jive Misters are a male-fronted professional wedding, party and function band.
Prescribing classic soul, funk and blues alongside modern hits (given The Jive Misters' special treatment) that no party could do without, they consist of saxophone, trumpet, drums, keyboards, bass guitar, guitar and lead male vocals, with the band providing backing vocals.
The Jive Misters have a wealth of performance experience that will set your occasion alight whether it be black tie, bat mitzvah or biopsy.
The Jive Misters provide the highest quality music along with the highest professional performances, aiming to keep their prices as low as possible.
Our prices include 2 x 45-minute sets or 3 x 30-minute sets of live music, a professional PA system and stage rig to suit your venue, LED stage lighting and a professional sound engineer.
They say that music is the language of the soul, and nothing could be truer for this high energy party band. Composed of a group of inspirational musicians and skillful performers, the artists behind The Jive Misters have earned their reputation as a talented band to look out for.
From live gigs to studio sessions and more, they continue to touch fans around the world with their distinct and enjoyable musical style.
So if you're looking to hire one of the finest funk bands West Yorkshire has to offer for your wedding or party, get in touch with The Jive Misters.
The Jive Misters also offer a duo featuring male vocals & guitar, sax, backing vocals, percussion & cajon.
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
- Northside Farm, Horsley
- Liverpool Town Hall
- High Paradise Farm, Yorkshire
- Le Petit Château, Newcastle
- Standedge Tunnel Visitor Centre
- Eden Barn, Little Musgrave
- The Bradford Golf Club
- Devonshire Arms Hotel, Skipton
- Forest Oak Farm, Lydney
- Craven Arms Pub & Cruck Barn
- Sandburn Hall, Flaxton, York
- The Egton Estate, Whitby
- Project House, Leeds
- Mythe Barn, Atherstone
- Plas Dinam Country House
- Oulton Hall Hotel, Leeds
- The Maynard, Hope Valley
- Wortley Hall, Sheffield
- Chequers Inn, Grantham
- Yorkshire Wedding Barn, Richmond
- Bunny Hill, York
- Beoley, Redditch, UK
- Leeds
- Baslow
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Halifax
The Jive Misters band members
Sammy has been with The Jive Misters from the very beginning. As Lead Singer, they take on quite a lot of responsibility, from fine-tuning the musical arrangements to assisting other bandmates with perfecting their performances.
Jake is truly a shining star. Crowds always love seeing them in full performance mode, and the band couldn’t be happier to have such an incredible Drummer up on stage and in the studio with them.
A band wouldn't be complete without its Guitarist, and The Jive Misters couldn’t have asked for a better one than the talented Samuel Shute. They play an instrumental role in the success and musical progression of the band.
Having a sax on stage is great! But having Andy Heyes playing it is amazing. This musician fully knows how to get a crowd pumping with his blistering solos and tasteful licks Andy adds a sparkle to The Jive Misters that most other bands do not have.
Mr Bass himself! Olly has played all over the world and brings all that experience with him to The Jive Misters. Olly is a founding member of the band and is an invaluable asset, on stage, in practice and when arranging all the bands new material.
The newest member of the band is Mr Davies. His great stage presence and mastery of his instrument made him an instant success with the rest of the Misters. Dex is always searching to find the right sound and the best way to connect with the audience.
13 Verified Reviews
"Absolutely fantastic band. Quality musicians. Played all the right songs for our wedding. They set up quickly and quietly. On time. Great communication throughout. Played our first dance song as requested. Would certainly recommend!! Dale and Helen."
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"Thank you so much for performing at our wedding. You were brilliant...great song choices and lots of energy. So many of our guests have commented on how good you guys were."
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"One of the best decisions of our wedding. These guys had the perfect vibe: fun, energetic, professional and exceptionally good value for such a large band. We would absolutely recommend booking them for your event. They also learned our first dance song which was a great addition!"
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"Wow! The Jive Misters were absolutely incredible! They had all our guests up on their feet dancing from start to finish. The energy was second to none with a perfect set list that made our night do so brilliant. We will never forget dancing away on our wedding night thanks to you guys - including the brilliant last song! We will never be able to thank you enough - perfection!"
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"Cannot recommend the Jive Misters highly enough - they were really responsive and helpful in the build-up (including that they learned our first dance song and smashed it out of the park), and were absolute monsters (in the best possible way) on the night itself, with the dancefloor completely full with the only exception being when the entire wedding did a massive conga around the room to 500 Miles. Completely brilliant, accommodating in terms of working their setup around speeches etc, and just made the night so much fun and complete. 1000% recommend."
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"What can we say? These guys were absolutely epic. From the first song to the last, these guys got every single person up on the dance floor dancing like never before! We couldn’t be happier with the band we chose for the day - so many people commented on how incredible these guys were, and we couldn’t be more chuffed. So much laughter and engagement with the guests - would recommend 10 times over. Thank you SO much guys!"
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"Hi guys, We just wanted to say thank you again for playing at our wedding on Saturday! We absolutely loved it as did all our guests...they have all commented on how amazing the band was! You really got the party started, I don't think anybody left the dance floor once they were up. So once again, a HUGE thanks for really making it a night to remember for everyone."
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"Having looked at the website & loved the videos, we booked The Jive Misters (6 piece) for our Wedding on 12.08.23. On the run up to the wedding Oli was really friendly & helpful with any questions we had & nothing was too much trouble. Guys, we cannot thank you enough for making our wedding evening such an amazing party. You were Epic and such amazingly talented band managing to get everyone involved & up and on the dance floor. Absolutely top class. Thank you all so much, Sam & Paul X"
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"Hi there, Please see our review below: OMG… thank you a million times to the Jive Misters. You were insane!!!! I can’t even explain how incredible this band are. You absolutely smashed it at our wedding on 1st July and I cannot recommend you highly enough. Majorly brought the party!!!! BOOK THE JIVE MISTERS NOW!!! Thank you so much guys, Rosie & Michael x"
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"Thank you so much for playing at our wedding. Your whole band were exceptional, you made the night for our friends and family and helped make our day very special, even if it was a little cold! Thank you all so much."
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"The Jive Misters are guaranteed to put a smile on your face and have you up on your feet! Every band member adds something different to the performance, allowing the guests to get involved, making it a really enjoyable night. Would definitely book them again!!"
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"It's great to see a band full of such talented musicians who have obviously honed their craft and put a lot of time into making you enjoy your night."
Verified booking on FixTheMusic"Me and my friends thoroughly enjoyed seeing The Jive Misters in action. The cleverly worked out songs make it an energetic, exciting show. We were up dancing the whole way through and wished it went on longer."
Verified booking on FixTheMusicSet List
Mercy - The Third Degree
Jungle Boogie - Kool and the Gang
The Boss - James Brown
Use Me - Bill Withers
Express Yourself - Charles Wright
I Wish - Stevie Wonder
Lean On Me - Bill Withers
Summertime
Canned Heat - Jamiroquai
Hold on I’m coming - Sam and Dave
Can’t Get you out of my head - The Third Degree
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Valerie - Mark Ronson
Forget You - Cee Lo Green
War - Edwin Starr
What's Going on - Marvin Gaye
Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles
Soul Man - Sam and Dave
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
I Heard it Through The Grapevine
Word Up - Cameo
Get Down on it - Kool & The Gang
My Girl - The Temptations
Long Train Running - The Doobie Brothers
Move on Up - Curtis Mayfield
Twist and Shout - The Isley Brother
Get up Get Down - Brass Construction
Hallelujah, I Love Her so - Ray Charles
Hard To Handle - Otis Redding
A Little Less Conversation - Elvis Presley
Mr Brightside – The Killers
500 Miles – The Proclaimers
Last Night – The White Stripes
Don’t Stop Believing – Journey
Dynamite – Calvin Harris
Chelsea Dagger – The Fratellis
Feel The Love – Rudimental
Sex on Fire – Kings of Leon
Place Your Hands – Reef
Jonny B Goode – Chuck Berry
Blurred Lines – Robin Thicke
Moves Like Jagger – Maroon 5
Use Somebody – Kings of Leon
Locked out of Heaven – Bruno Mars
Get Lucky – Daft Punk
A Punk – Vampire Weekend
Are You Gonna Be My Girl – Jet
Play That funky Music – Wild Cherry
Blame It on The Boogie – Jackson
Superstition – Stevie Wonder
All Night Long – Lionel Richie
Signed Sealed Delivered – Stevie Wonder
I Feel Good – James Brown
Hey Yaa – OutKast
Dancing in The Moonlight – Toploader
Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher – Jackie Wilson
I’m A Believer – The Monkees