Under cover of darkness
Under Cover of Darkness are an acoustic duo based in Essex performing their own soulful takes on classic hits. The duo is fronted by David who is an established songwriter, experienced performer and multi instrumentalist who has clocked up over 1000 gigs over the years and has played internationally, including tours to Nashville, France, Norway and San Francisco. Along with bass/piano player Will, the duo have performed at some stunning UK festivals and their sets include upbeat and lively numbers as well as more slow tempo ones for background music events. Their set includes music from all decades up to modern chart material. As veterans of hundreds of weddings, corporate functions and restaurant concerts, they provide a high quality and professional experience that can be tailored to suit the occasion.
David's skills in songwriting also transfer to wedding and event clients and he can offer a bespoke songwriting service to craft unique songs to add a personal touch to any special day. David can also be booked as a solo act. Get in touch today to see what line-up would be best for your event and bespoke packages this duo can provide for your event.
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Important Info
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Based in Essex.
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Multi-instrumentalist band members so able to offer different line-ups.
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Guitar, bass, kick pedal and male vocals.
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Piano, Guitar, kick pedal and male vocals.
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Acoustic pop and soul covers from the 60's to current chart hits.
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Complimentary playlist offered between sets.
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Happy to learn first dance or request songs.
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2 x 60 minute sets as standard.
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Additional sets available.
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Top quality PA and lighting which is all PAT tested.
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Have full Public Liability insurance.
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Amazing reviews from previous clients.
Reviews
"A perfect selection of music played for our reception last year, David and his duo provided some beautiful music for our special day."
Beth, Wedding
"Their laid back atmosphere and fantastic musicianship makes for a very groovy set. We have hired them for several garden parties and they always go down a storm."
Ellie, Private Party
"We love these guys and they always get people up and moving, their upbeat and well chosen playlist of songs are welcome back any evening.
Stephanie, Bruff Bar, Walton-on-the-Naze
Song Lists
Jazzy Songs
Moondance / Van Morrison
Hallelujah I love her so / Ray Charles
You’ve got a friend in me / Randy Newman
Night and day / Cole Porter
World on a string / Frank Sinatra
Orange colour sky / Nat King Cole
Summertime / Louis Armstrong
Easy Listening
Year of the cat / Al Stewart
King of wishful thinking / Go West
On the beach / Chris Rea
I can’t help falling in love with you / Elvis
Wonderful tonight / Eric Clapton
Hey Now / Crowded House
Pineapple head / Crowded House
Rootless tree / Damien Rice
Crazy / Seal
Lovely day / Bill Withers
Just the two of us / Bill Withers
What’s going on / Marvin Gaye
Let’s stay together / Al Green
If I ain’t got you / Alicia Keys
New York State of mind / Billy Joel
Talking to the moon / Bruno Mars
Spooky / Dusty Springfield
Indie/Rock
Half the world away / Oasis
Some Might Say / Oasis
Slide Away / Oasis
Don't look back in anger / Oasis
Talk tonight / Oasis
All my people / Oasis
Writing to reach you / Travis
Shotgun / George Ezra
Romeo and Juliet / Dire Straits
The last to know / Del Amtri
Love cats / The Cure
The Wall / Pink Floyd
Friday I’m in Love / the cure
Favourite Game / The Cardigans
Upbeat Pop
Don’t call me baby / Madison Avenue
Regulate / Warren G and Nate Dogg
As it was / Harry Styles
September / Earth Wind & Fire
Oh what a night / The four seasons
Walking on sunshine / Katrina and the waves
Thriller / MJ
Flowers / Miley Cyrus
Christmas
Merry Christmas everyone / Shaking Stevens
Let it snow / Bing Crosby
I’ll be home for Christmas / Bing Crosby
The Christmas Song / Nat King Cole