Their act relives the soul and Motown of the ’60s; a genre loved by all and timeless in its scope. Their silver screen muses and an adored hits make The Kommitments the ideal private or corporate entertainment. The mammoth 10-piece live band experience is second to none with a big band like The Kommitments being a veritable feast for the ears. Complete with vocals, back-up singers, guitars, pianos, saxophones, bass, and drums, there is no better way to enjoy the sounds of the 60’s.
Their set list has a song for everyone with highlights being ‘Mustang Sally’, ‘Take Me to the River’, ‘Chain of Fools’, ‘The Dark End of the Street’, ‘In the Midnight Hour’, ‘Try a Little Tenderness’, and ‘Bye Bye Baby’. With six band members and four powerful lead vocalists, audiences will be enveloped by soul as they dance the night away. Led by Sean Curtis, a singer with over 25 years of experience, The Kommitments have a wealth of talent.
Backing Sean are the amazing talents of Helen Skrypchuk, Laura Jayne, and Melody Jones. The instruments are just as impressive with Dave Meadowcroft on bass, Kev Rodgers on drums, Steve Blacow and Professor Jonathan Hirst on saxophone and various trumpet players. The is rounded out by Kev McNamee who is equal parts drummer and comedian.
This huge ensemble can fill any venue and are perfect for setting the scene at a wedding or corporate party. The Kommitments take the movie slogan: ‘The Hardest Working Band’ to heart; ensuring that each performance is resplendent with stage presence, musical prowess and that all-important X-factor at the heart of their showings. With a wealth of experience on stage, a shared passion for their source material, and a truly awesome band makeup, The Kommitments are a unique tribute band that is not to be missed.