The Alchemists

Party Band in Manchester

About…

The Alchemists take your favorite pop classics and transform them with a dazzling, vintage flair, infusing jazz, swing, Latin, soul, and funk into songs from the 1920s all the way to today. Their eclectic repertoire includes hits from artists like Coldplay, Nina Simone, Arctic Monkeys, Backstreet Boys, and many more, all reimagined in their own unique style. The result is a vibrant, unforgettable performance that adds a cool, sophisticated touch to any event.

Each member of The Alchemists is a highly accomplished musician with a wealth of experience, having played in high-end function bands, performed at prestigious festivals, and secured international hotel contracts. This expertise ensures a flawless performance every time, tailored to your event’s needs. Whether you’re looking for a laid-back afternoon lounge atmosphere or a high-energy main event, The Alchemists adapt their sound to create the perfect vibe. With their attention to detail and passion for performance, they offer everything from sultry jazz vocals to infectious Latin dance beats, ensuring your event feels as magical and memorable as the music they play.

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  • Swing Arrangements

    Never Too Much - Luther Vandross 

    I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor

    Wake Me Up - Avicci

    King Of The Swingers - Jungle Book

    Smells Like Teen Spirit/ Tainted Love - Nirvana/Gloria Jones

    Our Day Will Come - Amy Winehouse

    Seven Nation Army - White Stripes

    Get Lucky - Daft Punk 

    Crazy In Love - Emeli Sandi 1920s Cover  

    I Want You Back - Jackson 5

     

    Latin Arrangements 

    I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor

    Clocks - Coldplay

    Bang Bang - Nancy Sinatra

    Sing It Back - Moloko

    Valerie - The Zutons

    Better Together - Jack Johnson

     

    Soul Arrangements

    Creep - Radiohead 

     

    Ska Arrangements

    I’m In The Mood For Love - Julie London

     

    Funk/ Standard Party Set 

    Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry

    American Boy - Estelle Can't Play 

    Groove In The Heart - Deee-lite 

    Crazy - Gnarls Barley 

    ​no Diggity/Summer Time - Backstreet/Ella Fitzgerald

    Nothing Breaks Like A Heart Miley

    Madonna Medley -  Holiday, Like A Virgin And Music Transition To Lets Dance David Bowie 

    You Got The Love - Florence And The Machines

    Treasure - Bruno Mars

    Higher Ground - Stevie Wonder 

    Sign Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder 

    Born Slippy - Instrumental

     

    Standards

    My Baby Just Cares - Nina Simone

    Girl From Ipanema - Astrud Gilberto & Stan Getz

    I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free - Nina Simone

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    2020 Additions
     

    This Is How We Do It - Montell Jordan

    Stacey’ Mum - Fountains Of Wayne 

    Feel It Still - Portugal

    Good As Hell - Lizzo

    I Got You (I Feel Good) - Jessie J And James Brown

    Teardrops - Womack &  Womack

    Can't Take My Eyes Off You - Fugues 

    Diamonds - Rhianna

    Almost Like Being In Love - Jazz Standard

    Manic Street Preachers - A Design For Life

    Mr Brightside - The Killers

    I Want Your Love By Lady Gaga 

    One Beer One Scotch One Bourbon - George Thorogood

    All Night Long - Lionel Richie 

    Red Alert - Basement Jacks

    Can't Feel My Face - The Weekend  

    All This Love That I'm Giving - Gwen Mccean

    Somewhere Only We Know - Lilly Allen (Only For Weddings)

    Chic - A Chic Medley What We Compose Of Their Big Hits

    Superstition - Stevie Wonder

    Tiny Turner - Proud Mary

    Need You Tonight - Inxs 7

    Incognito - Always There (Dance)

    Dolly Parton - 9 Till 5

    Rag And Bone Man - Human

    George Ezra - Shotgun

    Kylie Minogue - Can't Get You Out Of My Head

    Bill Withers - Lovely Day 

    Sugar Hill Gang - Rappers Delight 

    Ray Charles - I Got A Woman 

    Chaka Kahn - Ain't Nobody

    Frankie Valli - Can't Take My Eyes Off You

    In Deep - Last Night A Dj Saved My Life

    Dance Monkey - Tones And I

    Miss Dynamite - Miss Dynamite

    Bad Romance - Lady Gaga

    Womack And Womack -teardrops

    No Stopping Us Now - The Supremes

    Kiss - Prince

    Yours To Keep

    Ritual - Rita Ora

    24k Magic - Bruno Mars

    Somebody Else’s Guys

    All About That Bass - Megan Trainor

    You Can Call Me Al - Paul Simon 

    The Kooks -  Naive 

    Show Me Love - Sam Feldt

    Rather Be - Jess Glynne

    Good Times - Chic

    Everywhere -  Fleetwood

    Somewhere Only We Knew - Keane

     

    Better Off Alone Dance Medley:

    You’re Not Alone - Alice DJ

    Pretty Green Eyes Ultra Beat (Dance) 

    Insomnia - Faithless

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