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The Groove Motive
Party Band in Richmond, VA
Why hire The Groove Motive?
The Groove Motive is one of Virginia's premiere variety and dance bands, providing top quality music and enterttainment. The Groove Motive, a six-piece powerhouse, delivers an energy-packed, exciting, music-filled time that always satisfies while at the same time leaves audiences clamoring for more. The Groove Motive has an extensive repertoire covering a variety of genres comprising well-known R&B, Pop, Rock, Motown and Funk audience favorites, all delivered with their signature style while keeping true to the original piece.
For any occasion, be it a private party, wedding reception, festival or nightclub, The Groove Motive is sure to make it a memorable and exciting time.
This Band Is Amazing!
I was looking for a top notch band that could play a variety of popular danceable favorites for a private but sizeable event I hosted and found The Groove Motive. From initial inquiry and contact through the completion of the engagement, all of the band members were extremely professional and personable. They put on a great show and interacted in a fun way with each other and with the audience; my guests loved them! You can sense that this band truly enjoys what they do...and they do it well. I highly recommend The Groove Motive for any event that you want to make exceptional.
Hired by: Will J.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Event Date: August 20th, 2011
Event: Private Party in Richmond, Virginia
Services provided: Party Band, R&B Group
About
The Groove Motive performs a wide variety of R&B, Pop, Dance and Rock favorites from the 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's and today's top hits. Following is a small listing of songs from The Groove Motive live performance repertoire of nearly 150 songs:
MOTOWN AND 60’s HITS
Ain’t Too Proud To Beg
Brown-Eyed Girl
Chain of Fools
I Feel Good
Sex Machine
Sittin’ On The Dock Of The Bay
Stand By Me
My Girl
Respect
Shout
70’s HITS
A Love Of Your Own
Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now
Always and Forever
Brick House
Flashlight
Fly Like An Eagle
I Wish
Long Train Runnin’
Lowdown
Peg
Play That Funky Music
Sara Smile
Superstition
Takin’ It To The Streets
80’s HITS
Always
Back In Love Again
Careless Whisper
Celebration
Easy Lover
Forget Me Nots
Get Down On It
I Keep Forgettin’
I Can’t Make You Love Me
Jungle Love
Love Come Down
Moondance
Outstanding
Rock With You
Turn Your Love Around
What A Fool Believes
90’s +
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
All I Wanna Do
Am I The Same Girl
Game of Love
Gravity
It’s Your Life
This Love
Waiting On The World To Change
A complete song list can be provided upon request. The Groove Motive will also accommodate specific song and emceeing requests.
Personnel
Pierre Redding: Vocals
Eric Thomas: Bass Guitar
Rich Lehman: Drums and Vocals
Chris Vasi: Guitars
Mike Bodine: Keyboards
Samantha Reed: Vocals
Influences
Stevie Wonder; Daryl Hall & John Oates; Earth, Wind & Fire; The Commodores, Sly & The Family Stone; K.C. & The Sunshine Band; Motown; Frank Sinatra; George Benson; Heatwave; Ray Parker Jr.; Lakeside; The Whispers; The Spinners; John Mayer; Santanna; Toto; Al Green; Chaka Kahn; Doobie Brothers; Michael McDonald; Kool & The Gang; Maroon 5; LTD; Chic; Lenny Kravitz; Madonna; Boz Scaggs; James Brown; Prince; Eric Clapton and many others...
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 60 - 240 minutes
The Groove Motive's musicality and genuine interaction combine to create an unparalleled experience. Performaces of many audience favorites will keep the dance floor packed and make your event more than memorable.
Stage/Setup Requirements:
Minimum Performance Area / Stage Size of 14" Length by 10" Depth
Additional Notes:
The Groove Motive requires minimum performance size area of 14" length by 10" depth. The band is sefl-contained having its own lighting, with parc cans and sound activated module for automated light show. Also, the band has iis own complete PA sound system. Please provide access to standard electrical outlets and area for parking and efficient equipment load-in.
Set/Song/Sequence List:
Available upon request.
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Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party, Club/Nightclub, Corporate Event, Festival, Fundraiser, Private Party, Wedding Reception
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