Najibah Almahdi is a versatile singer, actress and model from Washington, DC who has traveled the world as a Featured Artist. Known for her incredible soprano voice and whistle tones, Najibah effortlessly performs songs by Mariah Carey, Minnie Riperton and Lisa Fischer. Najibah’s specialty is Jazz, R&B, Gospel and Pop however her live repertoire covers the very best jazz, motown, soul, disco, 80’s and contemporary hits. Najibah’s talents have taken her across the Globe to Italy, Germany, and many other Countries. She has won several awards such as the Underground Music Award and has been a cast member of several musicals such as Hallelujah Chorus and Misdirected Affection. Najibah has been a vocalist and front person for various bands such as the Greater U Street Jazz Collective, Adam Levowitz Orchestra, Radio City Band, AK Bands, Gholstons Greatest Musicians and Trouble Funk. More recently Najibah has featured as Show Band Singer for Carnival Cruise Lines, traveling to Mexico, the Caribbean & South America and has performed at many prestigious venues such as the Howard Theatre, Luxor Hotel and Casino Las Vegas, The Apollo Theatre in New York and at Universal Studios. Funkgurus are delighted to represent Najibah for exclusive International events and residencies.

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David Tughan is a unique and highly respected Jazz Vocalist - described recently by the UK's Guardian newspaper as "The epitome of cool". David has enjoyed entertaining audiences worldwide from New York to London and from Kuala Lumpur to Qatar. His straight ahead singing style has been compared in national press to classic Jazz icons such as Chet Baker, Frank Sinatra and Mel Tormé, but his approach, while having one foot firmly in the traditions of the classic Jazz singer, is constantly finding ways of exploring the classic songs and making them fresh, innovative and fun. His unique approach to the voice and innovative use of loops, vocal harmony & beat boxing, story telling and comedy, integrates into his live performances with his trio, making his act unique amongst his contemporaries. From large venues like Dublin's RTE National Concert hall to the intimacy of the world famous Ronnie Scott's Jazz club in London, David playfully connects with his audiences delighting them with a spontaneous and innovative approach to Classic Jazz standards that always surprises the listener. David has been singing Jazz professionally for over 20 years. Since training at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, he continues to sing with some of the stars of the Jazz world today at some of the most exclusive venues, Jazz clubs and festivals worldwide. David is available with the following line ups : Solo Jazz singer with High quality Backing tracks; Jazz Duo (Piano or Guitar); Jazz Trio (Piano or Guitar plus Double Bass); Jazz Quartet (Piano or Guitar, Double Bass plus drums); Jazz Quintet (Piano or Guitar, Double Bass, drums plus Sax); Jazz Septet (Piano or Guitar, Double Bass drums plus Sax and trumpet); Jazz Big band (16 piece jazz orchestra).

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Autumn is an internationally experienced aerial acrobat with the incredible ability to sing while flying. Equipped with a strong dance background and nearly a decade of acrobatic experience, Autumn combines her highly developed musical abilities with powerful stage presence and finely tuned technique to create an unforgettable and incomparable display of artistry and elegance. After several years performing as an acrobat in a live circus / stunt show and touring internationally, Autumn developed an refreshingly unique and alluring bespoke act combining her aerial athleticism and musical artistry. Autumn provides an extensive history of National Tours, International Tours, cabarets, circus shows, cruises, casinos, TV/film appearances, and a plethora of high profile corporate entertainment events. Additionally, as a solo artist, and as a front vocalist for some of the country’s best international corporate entertainment bands, Autumn has provided music for extremely high-profile clients, such as; the NFL All-Stars, the Gala Opening of Sentosa Island in Singapore (internationally televised and headlined by Broadway star Sarah Brightman), Oracle Corporation's CEO Larry Ellison and on the Las Vegas strip opening for a ZZ-Top performance.

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Ellene Masri is a French American guitarist vocalist with a unique voice and electric stage presence. Her sensual musicality & sultry stage performances wow audiences wherever she performs and her superb song writing placed her most recent 2018 release “Dangerous Romance” #3 on the UK Soul charts. With a rich and varied repertoire of classic pop, soul and easy listening, Ellene is perfect for those clients wishing to offer their guests a unique and stylish listening experience. Ellene recently performed at the 2018 “Women In Jazz Festival” in Halle, Germany with Grammy award winning producer Sir Dean Gant as the musical director. Additionally and on the strength of her success in Las Vegas, she performed in residence there at various exclusive venues for three consecutive years. Ellene always receives high accolades and standing ovations, whether she hits the stage at a concert, jazz club or music festival. Definitely not a prefabricated, producer created artist – Ellene is firmly in control of her sound and direction and looking forward to performing for you soon.

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Shari John-Jules is an experienced and sophisticated vocalist from the United Kingdom. As a singer-songwriter performing songs with a variety of high quality bands, she is available as a solo vocalist with backing tracks, as part of her duo with either piano, guitar or sax, or in her trio, with sax, guitar or double bass and even as a quartet or quintet with the addition of drums. Shari’s repertoire includes many of the great American Song Book Jazz Standards and a variety of greats from the Blues, Funk and Soul genres for dining, dancing or entertainment. Performed with a simultaneously deep, smooth and raw vocal, Shari digs down for the truth and reaches high for hope with smooth and brilliant jazz music to suit any mood or occasion. Whether it's for dining, dancing or simply entertainment, Shari John-Jules will perform with an extra special touch that brings panache and style to every live performance. Funkgurus are pleased to represent Shari to both UK and International clients for events and residency contracts.

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The Sounds Of The 70’s have wowed audiences of stage and screen in more than 30 countries – and now you can experience their smash 70s show, in all its poptastic glory! This amazing 70’s tribute show from The Zoots has it all! Join The Sounds of the 70’s for their unforgettable live show, as they explore the sounds of Abba, T.Rex, Queen, Bowie, Mud, The Sweet, Dolly Parton, The Rolling Stones, Chic and other amazing Seventies legends! Hear the music from the musicals Grease, Saturday Night fever and Rocky Horror picture show. The Zoots are a multi award winning 60's, 70,s & 80's band who have toured over 30 countries and performed over 1000 shows. The Zoots have kept crowds on their feet at iconic venues around the world including Old Trafford, The Alhambra Theater, Hammersmith Palais, The Palladium and even the Teatro dell’Opera! They regularly tour theatres with their decade themed shows and their award winning shows are interactive, entertaining and have been described as "Impressive and impossible not to like" by The Stage. From Glam Rock to Prog Rock, Motown to Disco – there’s something for everyone!– you can’t help grooving to The Sounds of the 70’s!

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