Bobby Woods is a solo artist with a significant reputation. With an ability to bring smooth and soulful vocals to a range of genres Bobby has proved popular with audience for special occasions and corporate events. His enchanting concert performances are punctuated by his signature vocal style and classy touch of charm. Bobby is a charismatic performer able to engage all manner of audiences with a combination of gospel, soul, R&B, blues and jazz sounds to deliver a performance perfect for any event, whatever its size and whoever the audience. Whether operating as a solo artist or an inspirational bandleader Bobby is a talented all-rounder. Bobby has worked with some of the greats of Motown and soul and cites the likes of Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Desmond Dekker, Jimmy Cliff, Smokey Robinson and Ray Charles as his on-stage compadres.
Bobby has performed at jazz festivals around the world, including the world-famous Montreux and the Birmingham International Jazz Festival in the UK. He has teamed up with many international corporate companies, including Pizza Express who used Bobby to open several of its restaurants. He was called in to launch the Jaguar XF in Sutton Coldfield and has been the soul singer of choice for events for celebrities such as John Prescott, Michael Parkinson and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Bobby even earned the accolade of ‘Best Male Soul Singer’ at the Hummingbird Black Music Awards in 1987 and 1988.
As well as being an amazing instrumentalist, Bobby Woods has a superb singing voice that enables him to deliver songs from the Great American Songbook in a way that few can achieve with such distinction. Whether you want a bluesy feel to your event or full-blown jazz performance, Bobby is the kind of music act that delivers every time. Bobby’s crowd-pleasing setlists from his ‘Tribute to the Legends of Soul’ or ‘Tribute to the Legends of Jazz, Blues and Swing’ show are perfect for themed nights.
Whether you wish to merge genres or keep them apart Bobby boasts which offers great versatility. He offers soul hits such as Let’s Get it On by Marvin Gaye, See the Trouble with Me by Barry White, For Once in My Life by Stevie Wonder, Mustang Sally by Wilson Pickett and AIn’t No Sunshine by Bill Withers. He can also bring jazz, blues and swing hits such as Fly Me To The Moon by Frank Sinatra, My Funny Valentine by Nat King Cole, Drowning In My Tears by Ray Charles and Summertime by George Gershwin. Bobby Woods the ideal man to bring your corporate events and special occasions to fever-pitch. He has forged an enviable reputation as an elite performer, perfect for wedding entertainment, award ceremonies and product launches.
