Dawn Elektra has been named “one of the most outstanding voices to come out of the UK”. Known as a “powerhouse” vocalist, Dawn has a unique ability to draw you into a place that will inspire, empower and entertain.
An artist in her own right, Dawn Elektra has toured in the UK, Canada and Europe. Amongst many memorable gigs, Dawn was honoured to perform alongside Amy MacDonald at the Scottish Variety Awards, representing young Scottish talent.

If Dawn is not on the road, you can find her in the studio writing and recording for herself and other artists. With influencers such as Michael Jackson, Rod Stewart and Tina Turner, her dream of becoming one of “the great” performers was birthed at an early age.
With a vast experience of entertaining many different audiences, her true love of music and her infectious personality always shine through. Dawn Elektra is the heart and soul of iPARTY.

SAM HOCKING | MUSICAL DIRECTOR | DRUMS

As the band leader of iParty, Sam keeps the groups timing tight in more ways than one…

From a very early age, Sam’s musical dream became a lifestyle. A multi – talented producer and musician, playing the piano/keyboards, drums and bass, he has toured extensively throughout the UK, USA and Europe with many bands and artists.

Sam is becoming one of the hottest, in-demand drummers for many current artists. He is wanted for his unbelievable ‘feel’ on the drums, his excellent approach to everything he does, and his fun loving attitude to music and life.

With a wealth of experience he has also traveled as a sound engineer for many national productions, events and live recordings. At the young age of 17 he was the FOH engineer for a touring musical, playing in theatres and arenas across the UK. Also a phenomenal mixing engineer, Sam is currently writing and producing for various artists and projects.  If you don’t see him behind a desk making everything sound incredible, you will find him on stage, ‘in the pocket’ of every song, holding the band together like glue.

MARK WALKER | MD | KEYBOARDS | DRUMS

In 1994 Mark was called into London to work with various artists and tours. It started with Eternal in Europe for 6 weeks in 1995 who were the supporting act for Take That. Since then his career has continued to blossom, taking him to the biggest stages and venues and giving him the opportunity to work with world class artists including:

Simply Red, Anita Baker, Gloria Gaynor, Alexander O’Neal, Matt Goss, Westlife (4 years), Blue, 5ive (2 years), All Saints (2 years), E17, Shola Ama, Will Young, Gabrielle, Ruby Turner, Jocelyn Brown, Aswad, ABC, the debut tour with German pop idols No Angels and also a few Japanese artists too.

Currently Mark has just finished touring with Alexander O’Neal and Kelly Rowland (Destiny’s Child) and is producing music and still working with various artists on a regular basis.

ROBERTO ‘ROBOT’ RUIZ | BASS GUITARS

Originally from New York, Roberto Ruiz is a session bass player that has moved to the UK.

His introduction to the music scene in England was due to several tours with Jake Stigers and The Velvet Roots from 2006-2008.

Known for his ridiculous bass skills, he has gained the nickname ‘the robot’ amongst iParty members, referencing to his approach as a bass machine.

From small jazz combos to reading for musicals, to original singer/songwriter gigs, Roberto is in high demand. He enjoys playing upright and electric bass and makes everything he plays sound uniquely like himself.

ADAM ATKINS | GUITARS | DRUMS

Adam is proficient at both guitar and drums, he has both degree and masters qualifications from the University of Salford in music performance.

Having played in bands for over 10 years throughout the UK, Europe and on live TV, Adam is confident in all styles of music and helps bring any stage to life with his energetic performances.

Adam has an undeniable stage presence, that captivates the whole room. He effortlessly plays the guitar solos that everyone knows, all whilst adding his own current and unique edge.

In high demand by current pop artists, he is a guitar hero in his own right already.

You will find him front and centre at an iPARTY gig, rocking out like only he can do.

YVONNE SHELTON | VOCALS

For Yvonne Shelton there have been many singles, albums, and tours, in various capacities. As A Lead And Backing Vocalist Has sang with the likes of Gloria Estefan, Oleta Adams (Rhythm of Life re-mix), Sandra Crouch, The Beautiful South (tour, singles and album), Simply Red (tour), Gabriel (Wicked Women TV performance in Hyde Park), Cleopatra (singles and album), Loveland (singles and album), Living Joy, Joe Robert’s, Melanie William’s, Distant Cousins, Inner City, TIEMPO, George Michael (TV performances), Evolution (tours and chart singles, supporting M People), Secret Society with Lemn Sissay Take That and Heather Small. Praised Performances in front of Oprah Winfrey Show, delivering private performances for Richard Branson, Nelson Mandela and Maya Angelou. She has toured all over the world a singer; most countries in Europe, North and South America, Canada, Africa, Asia (including China, India, Thailand and Dubai), Austrlalia and New Zealand . With choirs such as Urban Voice, Merrybell gospel choir, London Community Gospel Choir, the Urban Kane Chorale, has performed with the likes of Foreigner (I Wanna Know What Love Is), Patti Labelle, Faith Evans, Puff Daddy (MTV awards new gospel single Best Friend), The Spice Girls (1999 Xmas tour), Various TV programmes. She has worked extensively in the music industry for over 20 years and has been in love with music all her life.

BEN LALGEE | DRUMS | PERCUSSION

Benjamin is a multi-instrumentalist based in the North West that specializes in drums and percussion. He has 9 years of experience as a working professional playing in big musicals such as RENT, Chicago and many more.

He currently owns and runs a recording studio in Blackpool as well as teaching performance at Blackpool & The Fylde College.

His larger than life personality makes Ben a key member of iPARTY. His love for music and raw talent comes across through everything he does on stage, and never fails to entertain anyone who is listening.

When Ben locks down with the drums, whilst adding his own special flare, it makes the rhythm section of iPARTY a huge, unmistakable feature.

DOUG WALKER | VOCALS

Doug had a UK Top 40 hit with his self-produced single The Mystery after recording his debut album with Warner Bros Records and enjoyed extensive airplay on Radio 1 and Radio 2.

His gigs have been as varied as supporting Sex Pistols on the banks of Loch Lomond, spending a week opening for Craig David at Ronnie Scott’s club in London to performing his music with a 90 peice orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall.

He’s played live sessions on Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music and had his music played in all sorts tv shows from Oprah, to Jersey Shore and has even had a song blaring out of the speakers in the Queen Vic on Eastenders.

RACHEL ATKINS | KEYBOARDS | VOCALS

Rachel Atkins has a vast amount of experience singing and playing piano/keyboards to audiences and venues that range from the smaller Manchester club venues all the way through to world tours in arenas.

Rachel has a phenomenal ability to replicate the iconic keyboard sounds that we all know and love from classic hit records to the finest detail and loves to play music that will get the audience dancing.

She brings glamour and class to a band full of boys and is a highly respected musician in her own right.

Her incredible vocal ability makes her a triple threat on stage. She can easily slip into the role of backing vocals, whilst just as easily step out from behind the keys to lead the songs that fill the floor.  Girl power or what?!

MAC DOUGLAS | GUITARS

Mac Douglas is a 23 year old guitarist from Wimbledon, London. He first picked up a guitar from age 8.

Mac has already played for a range of successful artists including Gabrielle, Devlin and Eric Roberson from America.

Mac plays many different styles and will bring excitement and enthusiasm to any performance!

If you have the privilege of hearing Mac’s unbelievable talent live, you will never forget it.

Mac is in high demand.

iPARTY is a fresh, exciting, energetic live band

Made from the finest session musicians in the UK.

If you want a typical wedding band we are not for you!

We bring the WOW factor and ensure that your event is a unique experience for you and your guests.

As far as we are concerned, its all about you…

iPARTY ranges from an 8-15 piece strong outfit depending on what you desire.

If you LOVE LIVE music… then look no further.

iPARTY are seasoned professionals with a love for people, music and making lasting memories. Get to know us better @ *Meet The Band*

No two gigs are the same for iPARTY, we tailor every performance to suit you personally.

Visit the *Customize* page now, to find out more. We offer amazing extras that will add the icing to your cake…

Nothing is too ‘out there’ for us…

if you can dream it, we can deliver it.

Have a look at our *Floorfillers* page to see some songs on our roster…

This can be tweaked and changed with your favourite songs added and your least favourites removed…  We like to change it up.

We will only leave you at the end of the night when you have a big smile on your face and sore feet!

Find this hard to believe? Check out what previous clients have said on our *Testimonials* page…

If you want iPARTY at YOUR event then visit the *Get A Quote* page NOW!

There is no such thing as a standard  iPARTY gig… Depending on your budget, we can come as an 8 piece or a 15 piece band. You could meet somewhere in the middle and have us as an 11 piece!

iPARTY is made up of the best session musicians in the UK, including an unbelievable brass section, incredible BV section, one of a kind string section and world class vocals all delivered to you with a high energy infectious performance.

It’s up to you how many of us you want at your event. We think bigger is better but no matter the size of our band, we always deliver excellence and will make your event unforgettable.

We pride ourselves on the fact that we will always put you first… your event, your timings, your favourite songs.

We can co-ordinate everything…. even making sure our outfits complement your colour scheme.

We care about the detail.

Below are some extra variations of iPARTY;

DUO
The amazing Dawn Elektra and one of our incredible musicians
performing in a more intimate setting for you… perhaps during a ceremony. We have had the privilege of singing for the most beautiful brides as they walk down the aisle…

LIVE LOUNGE
1-3 musicians playing for you and your guests to set the ambience. This could be one of our saxophonists and a pianist playing some standards as you sip champagne before the evening party… Or Dawn Elektra and a pianist/guitarist playing some of your favourite songs as you mingle with your guests or enjoy a meal…it’s a must for any live music fan.

WANT SOME ICING ON YOUR CAKE?

+DJ – If you would like to dance some more after iPARTY have rocked their live set, we can provide you with our iPARTY DJ. You are guaranteed NO tack, Only the best floor fillers to keep the party going. Let us deal with all the hassle and make it the best night of your life.

+STAGING – From our experience, it looks amazing to have a proper stage. It really adds to the live band experience. We can provide you with quality staging… we already have all of the best contacts in the industry, so you don’t have to clutter your list of jobs or get ripped off by a cowboy.

+LIGHTING – There’s nothing worse than a dance floor without disco lights. We can provide you with lighting to make sure the atmosphere is just right for people to let go of their inhibitions and show off their best moves!

+BACKDROP – A slick backdrop will add to the extra special look of the evening, we can provide you with a backdrop that covers any nasty wall paper/ closed off areas of the room. We love a sparkly one…

+SOUND ENGINEER -  Often called the ‘unseen member of the band’, our sound engineer makes sure it sounds the best it possibly can. This makes iPARTY happy and you happy.

Lastly, but certainly not least, for those of you who also believe that bigger is better, this last option has your name on it….

So you want Dawn Elektra to sing at your ceremony?

Consider it done.

You want the best entertainment to serenade your guests whilst you sip champagne?

Done.

You want the biggest, baddest band we can put together… a huge brass section, all of our musicians and vocalists playing exclusively for you and your guests?

Done.

You would like us to take care of all of the trimmings- the best of everything-sound, lighting, DJ & PA?

Yep, consider it done.

The iPARTY Platinum experience is all of the above and even more if you wish… If you can think of it, we will make it happen.

You tell us the date, we do the rest…

Simple!

Customize the set with your favorite floorfillers? Yeah?… no problem!

Would you like the band to play your first dance for an incredible atmosphere? It would be an honour.

60s|70s
All Right Now – Free
All You Need Is Love – The Beatles
Come Together – The Beatles
Dancing Queen – Abba
Disco Inferno – Trammps
Don’t Stop Me Now – Queen
Don’t Stop Till You Get Enough – Michael Jackson
D’ya Think I’m Sexy – Rod Stewart
Everybody Dance – Chic
Got To Get You Into My Life - The Beatles
Heart Of Glass – Blondie
Hot Stuff – Donna Summer
Hotel California – The Eagles
I’m Every Woman – Chaka Khan
I Want You Back – Jackson 5
I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor
I Wish - Stevie Wonder
Proud Mary – Tina Turner
Rock With You – Michael Jackson

Shake Your Body – Michael Jackson

Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Signed Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder
We Are Family – Sister Sledge
Young Hearts, Run Free – Candi Staton

80s
1999 – Prince
Ain’t Nobody – Chaka Khan
All Night Long – Lionel Richie
Baby Jane – Rod Stewart
Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
Blame It On The Boogie – Michael Jackson
Celebration – Kool & The Gang
Dancing In The Dark – Bruce Springsteen
Dancing On The Ceiling – Lionel Richie
Don’t Stop Believing – Journey
Easy Lover – Phil Collins
Faith – George Michael
Fame – Irene Cara
Get Into The Groove – Madonna
Happy Birthday – Stevie Wonder
Holiday – Madonna
I Can’t Go For That – Hall & Oates
I’m In The Mood For Dancing – The Nolans
I Should Be So Lucky – Kylie Minogue
I Think We’re Alone Now – Tiffany
I Wanna Dance With Somebody – Whitney Houston
I Want To Break Free – Queen
Just Be Good To Me – SOS Band
Kiss – Prince
Like A Prayer – Madonna
Living On A Prayer – Bon Jovi
Material Girl - Madonna
Never Too Much – Luther Vandross

Papa Don’t Preach - Madonna

Power Of Love – Huey Lewis & The News

P.Y.T - Michael Jackson

September – Earth Wind & Fire
Sweet Child O Mine – Guns & Roses
The Way You Make Me Feel – Michael Jackson
The Power Of Love – Huey & The News
Time Of My Life – Dirty Dancing
Two Hearts – Phil Collins
What’s Love Got To Do With It - Tina Turner

90s
Don’t Look Back In Anger – Oasis
Don’t Stop Moving – S Club 7
Let Me Entertain You – Robbie Williams
Never Forget – Take That
Place Your Hands – Reef
Relight My Fire – Take That
Who Do You Think You Are - Spice Girls
Stop - Spice Girls
You Get What You Give – New Radicals

00s|10s

All About That Bass – Megan Trainor

Birthday - Katy Perry
Blurred Lines – Robin Thicke
Bootylicious – Destinys Child
Calling All Hearts – DJ Cassidy
Crazy In Love – Beyonce
Forget You – Cee Lo Green
Get Lucky – Daft Punk
Happy – Pharrell Williams
Haven’t Met You Yet – Michael Buble
I Got A Feeling – Black Eyed Peas
Just The Way You Are – Bruno Mars
Locked Out Of Heaven - Bruno Mars
Love On Top – Beyonce
Moves Like Jagger – Maroon 5

Rather Be – Clean Bandit

Rock Your Body – Justin Timberlake
Rock DJ – Robbie Williams
Rule The World – Take That

Sing – Ed Sheeran

Suit & Tie – Justin Timberlake
Treasure – Bruno Mars

Uptown Funk – Bruno Mars
Valerie – Amy Winehouse

Wake Me Up – Avicii

We Found Love – Rihanna

Festive
All I Want For Christmas – Mariah Carey
Christmas Time (Don’t Let The Bells End) – The Darkness
Do They Know It’s Christmas? – Band Aid
Fairytale Of New York – The Pogues
Happy Christmas (War Is Over) – John Lennon/Yoko Ono
It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas – Michael Buble
I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day – Wizzard
Jingle Bell Rock – Hall & Oates
Last Christmas – Wham
Merry Christmas Everybody – Slade
Merry Christmas Everyone – Shakin Stevens
Oh Santa! – Mariah Carey
Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree - Mel&Kim
Santa Baby - Kylie Minogue
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town – Bruce Springsteen
This Christmas – Donny Hathaway
White Christmas – Bing Crosby