Black Velvet

Peoria, IL

$300-$600

Travels up to 60 miles

Get a free quick quote
Promotional video thumbnail 1 for Black Velvet

Clips From Hill Prairie Winery (2022)

Promotional video thumbnail 2 for Black Velvet

Live at Neon Bison

Gallery photo 1 of Black Velvet
Gallery photo 2 of Black Velvet

Stage Show

Gallery photo 3 of Black Velvet

Overview

Black Velvet is a Central Illinois based acoustic act: Ami Lynne - percussion / vocals & Billy Kocher guitar / backup vocals. Customers will experience four decades of hits from the Beatles to Pink and even the Police. Our experience of performance ranges from local establishments to city events and the Illinois State Fair. Cor additional info, please visit us at: (link hidden)


Reviews

Be the first to review Black Velvet

Write a review

Booking information

Price range: $300-$600

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

Armed with unique melodies and a percussive back beat, Black Velvet breathes new life into generations of hits; ​from P!nk to The Police, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and everything in between. Their undeniable chemistry both on and off stage, captivates their audience and pulls the audience into their world.

Whether singing along to your favorite song or dancing to the Rhythm of a Six String & the Beat of an Electronic Drum Pad, Black Velvet leaves the audience with a song in their head and night they won't soon forget

About

What started out as a one time collaboration between New York born sound designer and Jeff Beck tribute artist, Billy Kocher, and local singer/songwriter and powerhouse vocalist, Ami Lynne, ignited the beginnings of Central Illinois' premier acoustic duo, Black Velvet.

Additional booking notes

Requires basic staging area. Minimum 10'x14' Min with AC Power and light illumination. We provide sound system, instruments and lighting.

Past booked events

July 2022

21

Thursday

Cocktail Party

6:30pm - 9:30pm

Decatur, IL

Team

Ami Kocher Singer / Percussionist
Billy Kocher Guitarist/Sound Tech.

Set list

Song Sample List
Criminal - Fiona Apple
Learning to Fly-Tom Petty
Stars Go Blue -Ryan Adams
Waiting on the world to Change - John Mayer
Time after time - Cyndi Lauper
Hey, Soul Sister - Train
Still Haven't Found
Stand By Me
Every Breathe you take – The Police
Too Close to Love You - Alex Clare
Take On Me- Ah-Ha
What About Us - Pink
Radioactive-Imagine Dragons
Everybody Wants to Rule the World- Tears for Fears
Rolling in the Deep- Adele
Breakeven - The Script
Wicked Game - Chris Isaac
She Drives Me Crazy- Fine Young Cannibals
Don't Dream It's over -Crowded house
Broken-Lovely the Band
Torn - Natalie Imbruglia
With or without you - U2
Gimme Shelter - Rolling Stones
Breakfast at Tiffany's-Deep blue Something
Purple Rain - Prince
In the Air Tonight- Phil Collins
Get What You Give -New Radicals
Am I Wrong - Nico & Vinz
Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics
Please Don't Leave Me- Pink
Boulevard of Broken Dreams - Green Day
What I Am - Edie Brickell
Hey Jude- Beatles

Influences and inspiration

All the hit makers from the Rolling Stones to The police, Prince and The Beatles.

Setup requirements

Requires basic staging area. Minimum 10'x14' Min with AC Power and light illumination. We provide sound system, instruments and stage lighting.

Check out these featured profiles

Featured

Qrunch

5.0 (3)
2 Verified bookings

  • Naperville, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • $300 and up

Maddie P. said “We’ve had Eddy and his band, Qrunch, perform at a few of our brunches at CMB, and after the first time, we knew we wanted them back regularly. They bring so much life and energy to our space!... ”
Featured

Electro Retro

4.94 (15)
Top Performer
30 Verified bookings

  • Wheaton, IL
  • Party Band
  • $1450 and up depending on requirements.

Kelsie H. said “We hired Electro Retro to play an after party after an awards gala. They were really fun, kept the party energy going and made our night feel like a true celebration! Tim was easy to work with and... ”
Featured

BackForward / Adam Cartwright

4.92 (37)
Top Performer
70 Verified bookings

  • Naperville, IL
  • Cover Band
  • Contact for rates

Felix L. said “Adam Cartwright did an outstanding job playing music at our memorial service. He carefully helped us craft a list of songs and performed them flawlessly over acoustic guitar. We were worried about a... ”
Featured

  • Plainfield, IL
  • Pop Music
  • Contact for rates

UAP Event Services is a one stop shop for your event's production and talent needs. Our company provides a wide variety of live event services including the...