One of the United Kingdom’s best-loved jazz music performers, Rick Guard has enjoyed a colourful career in the music business. Having performed extensively both as a solo artist and alongside an incredible 18-piece live band, Rick’s act has proven to be a winner with audiences wherever he goes.
Rick’s musical performance represents a joyous celebration of an exciting time in music history, transporting his audiences back in time. A master of the swing and jazz repertoire, Rick’s unrelenting commitment to his act has seen him develop one of the most thrilling swing performances around.
Relying on his powerful vocal range and his sophisticated manner, Rick is a unique act among British singers. His fresh approach to the genre has seen him draw favourable comparisons to the likes of Michael Bublé, finding popularity amongst a new generation of swing fans. His natural ability to capture listeners’ attention has led him to perform at massive venues across the world. He has performed for audiences of up to 65,000 strong in countries like Belgium, Egypt, South Africa, Qatar, Russia, Austria, France, The Netherlands, Ireland, Spain and Poland. Dominating the stage for an international fan base, Rick’s musical endeavours rival those of many of the greatest swing singers.
Presenting his very own brand of smooth swing, Rick’s crooning performances have also featured on the television screen. In addition, Rick’s popularity among countless notable celebrities stands testament to his musical prowess. Over the course of his career, Rick has performed for the Queen, Princess Anne, Shirley Bassey, Barbra Streisand, Lionel Richie, Liza Minnelli, Steven Gerrard, Alex Ferguson, Wayne and Coleen Rooney, Ronan Keating and Russell Watson.
As if this weren’t enough, Rick’s extensive touring includes performances for OK Magazine, V2 Summer Festival, The Royal Festival Hall, Sky One, MTV, Radio 2, Cardiff Red Dragon Festival and Children in Need. Having racked up an impressive list of appearances, Ricky is also the performer of choice for corporate events, wedding entertainment and a wide variety of other occasions.
Taking inspiration from some of the most memorable performers in jazz history, Rick’s show is a true masterclass in swing music and his vocals are both hair-raising and fitting for the genre. Blowing away audiences regardless of setting, Rick Guard is the perfect booking for a wide range of events.
