Pete Tompkins

Cleveland, OH

$150-500

Travels up to 30 miles

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Yer Blues

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Going Back Home

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Call Center Blues

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Three Pete

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Peter Live with his Yamaha APX7

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Yamaha APX7 Acoustic Guitar

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Pete with his Taylor 310 acoustic guitar

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Live acoustic performance.

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Two acoustic solo performers.

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Overview

Acoustic guitar and vocals.

Peter performs Classic Rock and Blues Covers.

No Country and not too many songs beyond 1990.

His vocals and music are perfect for the intimate, quiet setting of a nice restaurant, tavern or coffee shop. His voice is reminiscent of James Taylor.
He covers The Blues, Beatles and Classic Rock. Covering tunes from the 50's, 60's, and 70's.


Reviews

16 reviews

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Danielle D.

August 4, 2024
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Great!

Pete was so sweet, we really enjoyed having him out.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Pete Tompkins

Thanks Danielle. It was my pleasure.


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Jodie V.

July 29, 2024
Verified review

Great Sunday Afternoon Acoustic Show

Pete did an awesome job singing for our day-after wedding Sunday brunch. It was the perfect ambiance for the party. And he was also sure to play the bride and groom's wedding song!

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Pete Tompkins

Hi Jodie
Thank you for having me. It was a pleasure. Glad I could be a part of your special occasion.


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Orfil R. Q.

October 6, 2018
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Good performance

Pete was very professional and arrived in time. 5 stars

Hired as: Guitarist

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Pete Tompkins

Thanks Orfil. Thanks for having me. It was good to be back in Cambridge.


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Lynn M.

September 30, 2018
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Loved it!

Peter was very professional in communicating with me prior to the event. He coordinated a special duet with our neice at our request and it was fantastic . We loved his selection of folk and light rock songs played at our dinner party. Many of our guests asked me for his name and number at the end of the evening. I was very happy we hired him!

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Pete Tompkins

Thank you Lynn. It was my pleasure. You and your family were wonderful. Glad I had the chance to perform with Jill. She’s very talented.


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Rachel C.

September 16, 2018
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Perfect

Pete played at our backyard baby shower and it was absolutely perfect. Our guests were very impressed, several mentioned it to us. The music selection was a welcome backdrop for our party. Thanks again Pete for a wonderful experience!

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Pete Tompkins

Thank you Rachel. It was my pleasure. You, Kevin and all of your guests made it easy.

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Booking information

Price range: $150-500

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

Unions: AFM

What to expect

Pete Tompkins is a versatile singer/songwriter, acoustic guitarist, well-seasoned solo performer, & veteran of countless corporate events, clubs, coffeehouses, fairs, festivals, from around the country.

He specializes" in a laid back, "James Tayloreeque" folk rock/acoustic-rock hits and blues repertoire that is perfect for any special event. He is polite, professional, on time and reliable.

Looking for a new way make your event stand out to friends or clients? Look no further! Whatever the venue, whatever the occasion-Pete assures a splendid time is guaranteed for all.

About

*****PETER IS A SOLO PERFORMER AND DOES NOT WORK WITH A BAND*****

If John Lennon and James Taylor were to have a love child he would look and sound like Peter Tompkins.

SOLO ARTIST Peter Tompkins blends his Classic Rock influences from such acts as The Beatles and James Taylor into a unique sound that is all his own. His warm, full and inviting vocals are perfect on such covers as You’ve Got A Friend. His original compositions in his first three C.D.’s are very well crafted and reflective.
“Peter’s songwriting ability captures heart-felt emotion and translates it into music that reaches the hearts of those who hear it. This is especially evident in the beautiful song he has written entitled “Child’s Play”
Robert J. Carothers
Songwriter and Performer
Member of The National Recording Academy

Additional booking notes

Performances consist of an acoustic guitar, vocals, looper pedal and guitar effects.

Past booked events

August 2024

03

Saturday

Dinner Party

6:30pm - 3:00am (Sun)

Columbia Station, OH

July 2024

28

Sunday

Personal Occasion

1:00pm - 3:30pm

Independence, OH

May 2019

16

Thursday

Grand Opening

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Mentor, OH

November 2018

03

Saturday

Restaurant/Bar Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cambridge, OH

October 2018

05

Friday

Restaurant/Bar Event

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Cambridge, OH

September 2018

29

Saturday

Dinner Party

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Rocky River, OH

15

Saturday

Baby Shower

3:00pm - 5:30pm

Massillon, OH

July 2018

28

Saturday

House Party

9:00pm - 10:00pm

Strongsville, OH

July 2016

31

Sunday

Festival

12:00pm - 2:30pm

Olmsted Falls, OH

June 2016

26

Sunday

Festival

12:00pm - 2:30pm

Olmsted Falls, OH

August 2015

30

Sunday

Birthday (Adult)

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Cleveland, OH

29

Saturday

Cocktail Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Westfield Center, OH

22

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Kelleys Island, OH

11

Tuesday

Corporate Event

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Akron, OH

10

Monday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Canton, OH

July 2015

04

Saturday

Holiday Party (Other)

5:30pm - 9:00pm

Bath, OH

May 2015

15

Friday

Weekly/Recurring Performance

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Medina, OH

December 2014

24

Wednesday

Christmas Party

7:00pm - 12:00am (Thu)

Canton, OH

15

Monday

Holiday Party

4:00pm - 7:00pm

Massillon, OH

10

Wednesday

Holiday Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Independence, OH

June 2014

10

Tuesday

Corporate Event

7:30pm - 10:30pm

Cleveland, OH

May 2014

24

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Akron, OH

April 2014

05

Saturday

Birthday Party

12:30pm - 4:30pm

Rocky River, OH

December 2013

24

Tuesday

Christmas Party

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Medina, OH

October 2013

03

Thursday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cleveland, OH

Set list

1. Here Comes The Sun
2. Something In The Way She Moves
3. Heart Beat
4. Jet Airliners
5. My Way Back Home

6.Tin Man
7.Your Mama Don’t Dance
8.You’ve Got A Friend
9. Tequila Sunrise
10 Child’s Play

11. Homeward Bound
12. Jack and Diane
13. Mexico
14. Hey Hey
15. Before You Accuse Me
16. My Middle Name

17. You Can’t Do That
18. It Never Rains In Southern California
19. Walking Blues
20. Cross Roads
21. So Tired

22. Dock Of The Bay
23. Things We Said Today
24. She’s A Woman
25. Steamroller Blues
26. Sonny Was
21. Small

27. For You Blue
28. Singing The Blues
29. Fire and Rain
30. Taxi
31. A Sunny Summers Day

32. Got You On My Mind
33. When You’ve Got A Good Friend
34. Change The World
35. Raining In My Heart
36. Still Young
Once Upon A Time

37. The Long and Winding Road
38. I’ll Have To Say I Love You In A Song
38. Hotel California
39. Watching The Wheels
40. Circle
41. It’s Gona Be Alright

Influences and inspiration

Peter's greatest influence comes from The Beatles and James Taylor. However, you will hear a great blues influence from Eric Clapton, Robert Johnson and B.B. King.

Setup requirements

Space to perform.

Electricity

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