Masquerade Duo specialise in providing cool upbeat renditions of popular hits, from recent chartbusters to classics from the ”70s and ’80s. Their extensive, well-balanced repertoire means they are well suited to a wide range of venues, from pubs, bars and clubs to restaurants and hotels. Bandmates Chris Wild (lead vocals and guitar) and Anthony Lye (stage piano and backing vocals) are dedicated to working with you to create the right ambience for your audience, and will happily take the time to master one or two (or even more!) requests should there be something special you require.
About Us
Chris Wild – Lead Vocals & Acoustic Guitar
Chris has been a vocalist for nearly 25 years. He grew up in Manchester where he initially became involved in blues, rock, soul & jazz. After completing vocal training at the Manchester School of Music, he taught vocal skills at the Band On The Wall’s “Access to Music” school. A highly varied career has seen him perform many different styles from choral work with the Halle Choir and Lesley Garrett to big soul shows with Edwin Star.
Anthony Lye – Stage Piano & Backing Vocals
Anthony began learning the piano aged eight, eventually obtaining Grade 8 Distinction ABRSM. He has considerable experience of performing with covers bands, playing at weddings and providing musical support for dramatic societies as well as composing his own material. He currently teaches the piano privately and provides regular solo performances throughout Greater Manchester in addition to his commitments with Masquerade.
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Repertoire
Contemporary (2000 to present)
| Song | Artist |
|---|---|
| All of Me | John Legend |
| Blame It On Me | George Ezra |
| Chasing Cars | Snow Patrol |
| Dakota | Stereophonics |
| Dream Catch Me | Newton Faulkner |
| Drops of Jupiter | Train |
| Empire State of Mind | Alicia Keys |
| Get Lucky | Daft Punk |
| Hold Back The River | James Bay |
| Make You Feel My Love | Adele |
| Mr Brightside | The Killers |
| Price Tag | Jessie J |
| Stay With Me | Sam Smith |
| Use Somebody | Kings Of Leon |
| Valerie | Amy Winehouse |
| When I Was Your Man | Bruno Mars |
| Wherever You Will Go | The Calling |
Older Classics (1960s-1990s)
| Song | Artist |
|---|---|
| Angels | Robbie Williams |
| Billie Jean | Michael Jackson |
| Drift Away | Dobi Gray |
| Fisherman’s Blues | The Waterboys |
| Freedom ’90 | George Michael |
| Half The World Away | Oasis |
| Have You Ever Seen The Rain | Creedence Clearwater Revival |
| Hello Goodbye | The Beatles |
| Higher Love | Steve Winwood |
| I Can See Clearly | Jimmy Cliff |
| I Shot The Sheriff | Eric Clapton |
| Just The Way You Are | Billy Joel |
| Lady Madonna | The Beatles |
| Life On Mars | David Bowie |
| Listen To The Music | The Doobie Brothers |
| Mary’s Prayer | Danny Wilson |
| Oh La La | The Faces |
| One | U2 |
| Perfect Day | Lou Reed |
| So Lonely | The Police |
| Sorrow | David Bowie |
| With Or Without You | U2 |