He is a classy and authentic tribute solo artist. Paul Barrie is supremely talented vocally and brings a natural style and poise to an event, as well as a professional work ethic and reliability on-stage and behind the scenes. The original Barry Manilow was considered a top-level performer, genuine megastar and his influence on mainstream pop culture grew throughout his 50-year career to define his ultimate legacy. Paul Barrie will bring back to life those Manilow super hits such as ‘Can’t Smile Without You,’ ‘Mandy,’ ‘Unchained Melody,’ ‘I Go Crazy,’ ‘I Don’t Want to Walk Without You’ and the astounding, timeless classic; ‘Copacabana.’
In a successful career as a tribute act, Barrie has rewarded thousands of guests with memorable performances, finding a place in the heart of Manilow fans everywhere and forging new ones. He does not fail to bring out the smiles, the voices and the dance moves. Over the past 20 years, Paul has entertained at thousands of venues in the UK and overseas and has been invited to annual conventions for the nation's official Barry Manilow Fan Club, achieving rave reviews. The One Voice Experience has taken Paul to prestigious locations including Las Vegas, Cypress, Marbella, Copenhagen, Guernsey, Jersey and, closer to home venues such as The Dorchester Hotel, The Four Seasons Hotel, Hilton Hotels, The Midland Hotel, and Melrose Castle.
In addition, he has performed at holiday resorts such as Shearings and Warners, not to mention luxury cruises including Page & Moy and Cunard. Paul has worked with and met an array of stars including Tom Jones, Mick Hucknall, Liza Minelli, Paul O’Grady, Fern Britton, Vanessa Feltz and Barry Manilow himself. His TV appearances have included some of the UK’s top shows such as GMTV, Big Breakfast, and Watchdog. Paul’s show is suitable for a variety of occasions including weddings, charity functions, celebrations and corporate entertainment, each one being carefully prepared and personalised for your special day. Paul will accommodate your needs and provide you with an expert night.