An entertaining and versatile professional band, Kikosi is a favourite for weddings, private parties, bars and clubs. This band featuring some of Liverpool's finest musicians, grooves with an upbeat mix of Soul, Jazz and funky dance music. Playing material from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today, Kikosi lays down a rich texture of music that, combined with Hayli Kincade's unique voice, deliver an exciting mix of entertainment. Their versatile repertoire includes hits by Aretha Franklin, Duffy, Moloko, Sister Sledge, Carleen Anderson, Jessy J, Chic and Estelle, to name a few. This listening experience is unforgettable. Kikosi members have worked with some of the biggest names in the Liverpool music scene. The band have wide ranging careers within the music industry, including producing, teaching, composing, arranging, community arts and, of course, their work as Kikosi.

Review

Hayli Kincade was tucked away in a small room with her band, stumbling upon her performance by chance is something my ears will sure consider one of my luckiest moments, and in school I once won free McDonalds. Upon hearing her delivering a beautiful rendition of a Whitney Houston song, there was no way I was leaving that room until she had finished her set. It was immediately evident her voice had the potential to be as good as the greatest of greats, I could even make reference to Beyoncé kind of standards, and that would definitely be a first. As she worked her way through some covers including Estelle's American Boy, I kept glancing at my phone in a strange kind of awkwardness, for once not out of boredom but in almost disbelief that such an incredible singer could be stumbled upon in a Liverpool warehouse, astonishing. Championing any of Liverpool's talent that has been showcased to the world through mediums such as X-Factor, Hayli completed an absolutely outstanding set with a stunning performance of Florence & The Machine's 'You've Got The Love', Innuendo adding a strong verse just to further my jaws journey to the floor.


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Kikosi are a fab and funky band who got our wedding guests grooving all evening. They are simply awesome and give 120%. They are great, professional entertainers and it felt like they were definitely playing for us rather than churning out a standard set for just another wedding. They made our celebration really special and memorable with some personal touches and all our guests loved them. Also, they are such lovely people, it was truly a pleasure dealing with them throughout! If we ever throw another party they would always be our number 1 band of choice.

John and Gilly Bloomfield 2012.