HELLO!
Modern Vintage is a function band based in the West of England with over 15 years’ experience playing together.
We perform classic songs old and new as a four-piece band, electric trio or acoustic duo.
With our Premium Option, you can create your own bespoke set lists from the huge range of great songs in our repertoire.
See below for video and audio clips, our current repertoire and testimonials from some of our many satisfied clients.
Book us today for your wedding, party or other event.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Meet THE BAND
JULIAN
Julian is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist and has been recording and releasing his own music under the name of ‘Blake’ since 2006 (thisisblake.com). Prior to that, Julian was in an indie-rock band called Karma Truffle signed to London-based indie label, Ecto Music. Julian played the role of John Lennon in Beatles tribute band ‘All You Need Is The Beatles’ from 2007 to 2020 and performs as Bob in ‘The Bob Dylan Experience’.
JOE B
Joe Brown started performing on the London music scene in the 1990s and achieved success with his act, Cat Ballou, performing regularly at the world famous Troubadour Club. A gifted singer, songwriter, acoustic guitarist and bassist, Joe has recently released his first album of original material as a solo artist. Joe played the role of Paul McCartney in ‘All You Need Is The Beatles’ from 2007 to 2020.
PAUL
Paul has been playing lead guitar since being inspired by Eric Clapton and Slash as a schoolboy. A prodigious talent, Paul formed Karma Truffle with Julian in the early 2000s having previously worked at Polydor Records. Paul released his first solo album under the moniker ‘Gentou’ in 2014. From 2007 to 2020, Paul performed as George Harrison in ‘All You Need Is The Beatles’. The group toured extensively around Europe, including entertaining guests on Royal Caribbean cruises and several appearances at The Cavern Club in Liverpool.
JOE L
Joe Lovell is in great demand as a drummer and Modern Vintage feel incredibly lucky to have him in their line-up. Joe took over the drum stool from long-time Modern Vintage drummer, Hugh Lyford, in 2024, following Hugh’s retirement from gigging. Joe, like the other band members, is a massive Beatles fan but also keeps the group up-to-date with the latest developments in the music scene. Joe has recently taken possession of a prized new Ludwig drum kit.
repertoire
1950s & 1960s
Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley
Oh Boy! - Buddy Holly
Twist & Shout - Beatles
Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles
I’m A Believer - The Monkees
You Really Got Me - The Kinks
Get Back - The Beatles
I Saw Her Standing There - The Beatles
Hard To Handle - Otis Redding
I Got You (I Feel Good) – James Brown
A Hard Day's Night – The Beatles
All My Loving – The Beatles
Bad Moon Rising - Creedence Clearwater Revival
Runaway - Del Shannon
Jumpin' Jack Flash – The Rolling Stones
Keep on Running – Spencer Davis Group
Mrs Robinson – Simon and Garfunkel
Need Your Love So Bad - Fleetwood Mac
Roll Over Beethoven – Chuck Berry
Sunshine Of Your Love - Cream
Sunny Afternoon - The Kinks
The Last Time - Rolling Stones
Born To Be Wild - Steppenwolf
Substitute - The Who
(Quinn The Eskimo) The Mighty Quinn - Manfred Mann
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
Black Magic Woman - Fleetwood Mac
Roadhouse Blues - The Doors
Like A Rolling Stone - Bob Dylan
Honky Tonk Women - The Rolling Stones
Mr Tambourine Man - The Byrds/Bob Dylan
Purple Haze - The Jimi Hendrix Experience
Love Is All Around - The Troggs
All Along The Watchtower - Jimi Hendrix Experience/Bob Dylan
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Di - The Beatles
Help! - The Beatles
I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles
Come Together - The Beatles
If You Gotta Go, Go Now - Manfred Mann/Bob Dylan
Stand By Me - Ben E. King
Proud Mary - Creedence Clearwater Revival
In The Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett
Day Tripper - The Beatles
(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay - Otis Redding
1970s & 1980s
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
A Town Called Malice - The Jam
Does Your Mother Know - Abba
Is this Love – Bob Marley and The Wailers
Moondance – Van Morrison
Mr. Blue Sky - E.L.O.
Should I Stay Or Should I Go - The Clash
Stuck In The Middle With You - Stealers Wheel
Tainted Love - Soft Cell/Gloria Jones
Ever Fallen In Love - Buzzcocks
Teenage Kicks - Undertones
A Little Respect - Erasure
Faith - George Michael
Happy Hour - The Housemartins
I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) - The Proclaimers
Rockin’ All Over the World - Status Quo
Somewhere In My Heart - Aztec Camera
Video Killed the Radio Star – The Buggles
Up The Junction - Squeeze
Handle With Care - The Travelling Wilburys
The Jean Genie - David Bowie
Walking On The Moon - The Police
There She Goes - The La’s
This Charming Man - The Smiths
1990s & 2000s+
Mr Brightside - The Killers
Chelsea Dagger - The Fratellis
Dakota - Stereophonics
Take Me Out - Franz Ferdinand
Yellow - Coldplay
Last Nite - The Strokes
Seven Nation Army - The White Stripes
Song 2 - Blur
Why Does It Always Rain On Me - Travis
Alright - Supergrass
Are You Gonna Go My Way - Lenny Kravitz
Have a Nice Day - Stereophonics
Hush - Kula Shaker
Song 2 - Blur
Make You Feel My Love - Bob Dylan / Adele
When The Sun Goes Down - Arctic Monkeys
Get Lucky - Daft Punk
I'm Yours - Jason Mraz
Take Your Mama - Scissor Sisters
Weather With You - Crowded House
Times Like These - Foo Fighters
Bohemian Like You - The Dandy Warhols
Can’t Stand Me Now - The Libertines
Wonderwall - Oasis
Happy - Pharrel Williams
Lightning Bolt - Jake Bugg
A-Punk - Vampire Weekend
Losing My Religion - R.E.M.
Waterfall - The Stone Roses
Sit Down - James
SHOWREELS
Watch our showreels below to get an idea of what we sound like…
audio
Listen to a selection of our favourite audio tracks from gigs and rehearsals.
TESTIMONIALS
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What an amazing evening last night with Modern Vintage playing at the village pub for my 70th! A truly fantastic band that had everyone rocking. Even the reluctant dancers made it onto the dance floor! Great musicians with great voices but one of the best things for us was being able to select the playlist from their repertoire so enjoyed every single track. We chose a range of songs from the 50s to the present day. Can thoroughly recommend this band which should be much better known across the South West! Thankyou for a wonderful evening.
— Lesley Collins (70th Birthday Party) 10/10
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Not only were they fantastic but they were a really friendly group of guys and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone! If you’re thinking about booking this band don’t just think about it do it, because you won’t be disappointed. I’m just trying to think of events to plan so I can book them again!
— Karla Canfield 10/10
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We've seen the Modern Vintage band play at a gala party and at a wedding we booked them for and they have excellent feedback. We really recommend this band any sing along events. Go go go!
— Craig MITCHELL (Event planner ) 10/10
Our Services
Modern Vintage can perform in various configurations to suit your event - as a power-packed four-piece band, a stripped back electric trio or as an acoustic duo for more intimate occasions or where space is limited.
With our Premium Option, you can choose which songs we play for you from our extensive repertoire. We come fully self-contained with a PA system, lighting and Public Liability Insurance. Get in touch today for a quote!
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Our standard option includes two fifty minute sets of classic rock and pop covers from the fifties onwards, guaranteed to get audiences singing along from start to finish.
Set Times :
2 x 50 minute sets with 20 minute break or 1 hour 40 minutes straight through. -
With our Premium Option, set times are extended to sixty minutes each and you can choose which songs you want to hear played from our extensive repertoire.
Set Times :
2 x 60 minute bespoke sets with 20 minute break or 2 hours straight through.