Monroe is an outstanding acoustic duo featuring soulful female vocals and intricate, refined acoustic guitar. Their repertoire includes a huge range of well-known pop, rock, blues, soul and jazz songs spanning the last 6 decades
Laid-Back Vibe
Perfectly suited for smaller venues, events with sound restrictions or for early evening/afternoon entertainment at weddings and larger events, Monroe provide a classy, laid-back alternative or warm-up to the typical full function band.
Varied Repertoire
Monroe's repertoire includes Jazz standards from Ella Fitzgerald and Etta James, through to Rock and Roll, and recent hits from Jessie J and Adele. Please hit the repertoire tab below for a full song list.
Vocalist-Polly
Polly has a extensive background in classical and contemporary music. She studied vocals at Leicester College and has performed with a huge range of live acts, from live funk and soul bands to hip-hop and beatbox vocal groups. She will be featuring on an upcoming album by British hip-hop artist Genesis Elijah this summer, and is currently working on a collection of her own acoustic music.
Guitarist - Ian
Ian studied guitar at Leeds College of Music and has been working as a professional musician for the last 15 years. He has played on albums for artists such as Errol Brown, David Benoit, Down to the Bone and Roger Sanchez. Live Ian has worked with top American jazz musicians Reuben Wilson and Eddie Henderson and UK vibraphonist Alan Randall.
At Last – Etta James
Bohemian Like You – Dandy Warhols
Bootilicious – Destiny’s Child
California Dreamin’ – The Mama’s & The Papa’s
Cannonball – Damien Rice
Crazy – Gnarls Barkley
Dock of The Bay – Marvin Gaye
Domino – Jessie J
Don’t Stop Moving – S Club 7
Dream a Little Dream – Mama Cass
Electric Feel – MGMT
Fly Me To The Moon – Frank Sinatra
Forget You – CeeLo Green
Heard It Through The Grapevine – Marvin Gaye
I Just Wanna Make Love – Etta James
I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
Jenny Don’t Be Hasty – Paolo Nutini
Johnny Be Goode – Chuck Berry
King Of the Swing – Jungle Book
Layla – Eric Clapton
Let’s Stay Together – Al Green
Make You Feel My Love – Adele
Mama Do – Pixie Lott
Mercy – Duffy
One & Only - Adele
Poker Face – Lady Gaga
Price Tag – Jessie J
Put Your Records On – Corinne Bailey-Rae
Respect – Aretha Franklin
Rolling In The Deep – Adele
Satisfaction – Rolling Stones
Sex On Fire – Kings Of Leon
Signed Sealed Delivered – Stevie Wonder
Stop – Sam Brown
Stormy Monday – T Bone Walker
Summertime – Ella Fitzgerald
Superstition – Stevie Wonder
Teenage Kicks – The Undertones
The Lady Is a Tramp – Frank Sinatra
Toxic – Britney Spears
Use Somebody – Kings Of Leon
Wild Young Hearts – Noisettes
Wind Cries Mary – Jimi Hendrix
Wonderwall – Oasis
Word Up - Cameo
Monroe have played for us on several occasions and they have never failed to create a great atmosphere - they're fun, professional and very, very talented!
- Reims restaurant, Quorn
Booking Monroe was a pleasure from start to finish. They were professional, friendly and even added tracks to their setlist especially for our event. They sounded fantastic on the night, too!
Mrs Adams - Golden Wedding
What a class act! Polly's voice is just beautiful. We had so much wonderful feedback from our guests, thank you so much.
Tim & Gayna - 19 Jul 2011
Monroe gave a flawless performance. They were a very stylish and classy addition to our day!
Gary & Jo - Wedding - 29 Jun 2011
General Information:
Name: Monroe Duo
Location: Loughborough
Main Category: Acoustic Pop
Other Categories: Live Music, Singers, Wedding Music
Lineups/Options:
Acoustic Duo (default): Female Vocals, Guitarist
Timings:
Standard Set Times: 2 x 50 minutes
Set Up Time: 1hrs 0 mins
Space Required (w x d):
Acoustic Duo (default): 2.0m x 2.0m
Sound & Lighting:
PA suitable for: Up to 500 people
Stage Lighting: No
Dance Floor Lighting: No
Free use of PA via iPod: Yes
DJ included: No
Other Requirements
Hospitality/Artist Rider: Soft drinks as required.
Technical Requirement: 2 x 13 amp sockets and space for 2 speakers on stands plus space for small mixing desk.