The Down for the Count Motown Collective is our sensational party band, providing fantastic Motown and soul dancing music. It’s the perfect live entertainment for any wedding reception, corporate event or party.
Fronted by male and female vocalists, the standard 10-piece line-up also includes a 4-piece horn section. Extra female vocals, extra horns, strings and percussion can also be added to give the performance even more impact.
The Motown Collective’s carefully chosen set list includes music from the 60s up to the present day. You’ll hear soul and Motown classics from Aretha Franklin, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, and Marvin Gaye; and funk and soul classics from Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire and The Jackson 5. We also perform disco classics from CeCe Penisiton and Chaka Khan, and modern day hits from Jamiroquai and Amy Winehouse.
Lots of our set list is made up of medleys - we run the songs seamlessly together to keep guests on the dancefloor, with barely any gaps between songs.
The Motown Collective is constantly in demand throughout the UK, regularly performing at high-profile events. Previous clients include BMW, Virgin, E-On UK and Triumph. Venues we’ve appeared at include Wembley Stadium, Pinewood Studios and ExCeL London.
Are you booking the Motown Collective for your wedding party? Check out our great value wedding music packages - which include musicians for your wedding ceremony and drinks reception.
With an unrivalled sound and sensational performance, The Down for the Count Motown Collective are guaranteed to transform the atmosphere of your event. Get in touch today to find out more about one of the most in-demand bands in the country!
Click here to e-mail us, fill out our booking enquiry form, or give us a call on 07855 488 462.
The Motown Collective are performing a rare public showcase on Friday 26th April 2019 in Notting Hill. We'd love to see you there - buy your tickets today!
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"The band were superb - we wouldn't hesitate to book them again and again."
Callum Barr
BMW Corporate Event,
Liverpool Arena and Conference Centre
"Everyone is talking about how great you were. I can't believe how much energy you all put in - even at nearly midnight after two sets with barely a break as far as I recall!"
Becky Dobra
Wedding Reception,
Hatfield House, Hertfordshire
"The team working on the night, as well as guests had nothing but amazing feedback about you and the rest of the band – thank you!"
Ruthie Hunt
St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel
New Year's Eve Party
Here are the sample sets performed by the standard 10-piece line-up - you can also download our current full repertoire list below.
We work with you to tailor this set list to your requirements, so just get in touch with your ideas.
Remember that every note you hear from Down for the Count is completely live - we never use backing tracks or click tracks!
Move On Up
Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm Yours
Motown Medley 1:
Think
Respect
You Can't Hurry Love
Reet Petite
Twistin' the Night Away
Motown Medley 2:
Dancing in the Street
Heard it Through the Grapevine
Rescue Me
I Say a Little Prayer for You
I Just Wanna Make Love To You
My Girl
Am I The Same Girl
The Tracks of My Tears
The First, The Last, My Everything
Party Medley 1:
Car Wash
Blame it on the Boogie
Superstition
Party Medley 2:
Young Hearts Run Free
For Once In My Life
Sir Duke
Diva Medley:
Best of My Love
I'm Every Woman
Finally
Lady Marmalade
I Will Survive
Pop Medley 1:
Treasure
Uptown Funk
24K Magic
Pop Medley 1:
Happy
Hey Ya
Valerie
It's Not Unusual
September
Ain't No Mountain High Enough
Can't Take My Eyes Off You
There are a number of optional extras you can add to your booking - just get in touch if you'd like a quote.
Looking for background entertainment before the Motown Collective takes to the stage? Check out our fantastic jazz bands. Great discounts are available when these bands are booked alongside the Motown Collective.
Keep the party going when the band has finished performing with our Auto DJ - you provide the music, and we provide a top quality sound system. This option is free of charge between sets, and for 30 minutes after the band finish - it can then be extended for an additional fee.
Give your event a special edge with a dancefloor effect lighting package.
Making an event video? We can make a top-quality multi-tracked recording of the band's performance, which can be edited to the length of your video - helping you create more special memories.
