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The Essential Rod Stewart

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The Essential Rod Stewart – Scotland's Rod Stewart Tribute Act

There aren't many Rod Stewart tributes around, and there's a good reason for that. The voice is incredibly hard to get right, and you need the swagger, the sincerity and the passion that made Rod a legend in the first place. With The Essential Rod Stewart, we think we've found a performer who'd pass the closest scrutiny from even the biggest Rod fan.

James looks, sounds and moves like Rod in his prime, and he has one thing Rod would give his eye teeth for: he's a Scotsman! That gravel-voiced delivery, the cheeky charm and the big rock-star moments are all there, creating the illusion that you're watching the great man himself.

All the Hits, Live

If Rod sang it, James sings it. From Maggie May and You Wear It Well to Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?, Sailing and Have I Told You Lately, your guests will be singing along to the songs they know and love, from Rod's days with The Faces right through to his solo classics.

A Compact Show with Big Impact

James performs as a one-man show with specially commissioned backing tracks. That keeps the setup compact and the show excellent value, but this is no glorified karaoke. James recreates the vibe and passion of Rod's legendary live performances, making him a brilliant choice for:

  • Birthday parties and anniversaries
  • Weddings and evening receptions
  • Corporate events and gala dinners
  • Clubs, pubs and themed nights

Book The Essential Rod Stewart

James performs all over the UK and Europe. Get an instant quote and date check on this page, and get ready for a crowd who'll be up and singing from the first song.

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Set list

Baby Jane
Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?
Downtown Train
Every Beat of My Heart
Every Picture Tells a Story
Forever Young
Gasoline Alley
Handbags and Gladrags
Have I Told You Lately
Hot Legs
I Don't Want to Talk About It
I Was Only Joking
Infatuation
It Takes Two
Lost in You
Love Touch
Maggie May
Mandolin Wind
Reason to Believe
Rhythm of My Heart
Ruby Tuesday
Sailing
Some Guys Have All the Luck
Stay with Me
Sweet Little Rock 'n' Roller
The First Cut Is the Deepest
The Killing of Georgie
This Old Heart of Mine
Tom Traubert's Blues (Waltzing Matilda)
Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright)
Twistin' the Night Away
You Wear It Well
You're in My Heart
Young Turks

 

Reviews (1)

James went above and beyond for our night, he had the audience up dancing and singing for the full show. I would highly recommend the Essential Rod Stewart to anyone looking to book.

Venues

Some of Our Previous Venues

Auchrannie Hotel

Blythswood Square Hotel

Bothwell Bridge Hotel

Bridge of Orchy Hotel

Brisbane House Hotel

Cadder Freemason Club, Bishopbriggs

Cameron House

Carnbooth House

Commodore Hotel

Crichton Golf Club

Crossbasket Castle

Crutherland House

Currie Bowling Club

Dalmuir Bowling Club

Doubletree Glasgow Central

Downfield Golf Club

Duck Bay Marina

Dumfries Arms Hotel

Dunbar Rugby Club

Eglinton Arms

Enterkine Country House

Fenwick Hotel

Forrester Rugby Club

Gailes Hotel, Irvine

Glasgow Accies Rugby Club

Glasgow Art Club

Glazert Bank Country House

Gleddoch House Hotel

Glenapp Castle

Hilton Glasgow

Hilton Glasgow Grosvenor

Hilton Strathclyde

Ingliston Country Club

Kilmacolm Golf Club

Largs Sailing Club

Liberton Golf Club

Linlithgow Rose Social Club

Loch Lomond Arms Hotel

Loch Lomond Golf Club

Lochgreen House Hotel

Lochside House Hotel

Lodge on Loch Lomond

Mar Hall

Marriott Glasgow

Newtonmore Golf Club

One Devonshire Gardens

Piersland House Hotel

Radisson Blu, Glasgow

Redhurst Hotel

Ronachan House

Royal Dornoch Golf Club

Royal Musselburgh Golf Club

Royal Scots Club

Seamill Hydro

Soroba House

Springside Bowling Club

Strathaven Golf Club

Strathblane Country House

Tannochside Olde Club

The Bay Hotel, Gourock

The Brig O' Doon Hotel

The Busby Hotel

The Grand Central Hotel

The Lynnhurst Hotel

The Normandy Hotel

The Waterside

Trump Turnberry

Western House Hotel

Westerwood Golf and Spa Resort

FAQs

Who is The Essential Rod Stewart?

The Essential Rod Stewart is James, a Scottish tribute artist who looks, sounds and performs like Rod Stewart in his prime. He has the gravel-voiced vocals, the swagger and the cheeky charm, and as a fellow Scot, he's got something Rod would give his eye teeth for.

Does James sing live?

Yes. James sings every song live, performing to specially commissioned backing tracks that recreate the sound of Rod's records and live shows. It's a full tribute performance, not glorified karaoke.

What songs does The Essential Rod Stewart perform?

If Rod sang it, James sings it. Expect classics such as Maggie May, You Wear It Well, Sailing, Hot Legs, Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?, Baby Jane, Rhythm of My Heart and Have I Told You Lately, plus Faces favourites like Stay with Me. Check the set list on this page for more.

Can we request a favourite Rod Stewart song?

Of course. If you've got a favourite you'd love to hear, let us know when you book and we'll check with James.

Will James get the audience involved?

Absolutely. Clients tell us James has the whole room up dancing and singing along for the full show. He loves interacting with the crowd, just like Rod.

Does James wear Rod's famous outfits?

Yes. James brings Rod's iconic look to life, from leopard and zebra print jackets to sharp striped suits and tartan, complete with that unmistakable spiky hair.

What kind of events is The Essential Rod Stewart suitable for?

James is a brilliant choice for birthday parties, anniversaries, weddings, corporate events and gala dinners, as well as tribute nights, clubs and themed parties. Anywhere there are Rod fans, he'll go down a storm.

How much space does James need?

Not much. As a one-man show with his own PA and stage lighting, James has a compact setup that fits into most venues, from function rooms and hotels to clubs. Just let us know about your venue and we'll confirm the details.

How much does The Essential Rod Stewart cost?

Click the instant quote button on this page to see the fee straight away, followed by an email confirming the price. Dates are booked on a first-come, first-served basis, so if James is free on your date, get in touch with our team quickly to secure him.

How long does the show last?

James performs two 45-minute sets, giving you a full hour and a half of Rod Stewart's greatest hits. If you'd like to talk about timings for your event, just let us know when you enquire.

Does James bring his own sound equipment?

Yes. James brings his own PA system and stage lighting, so all he needs from your venue is a clear space to perform and access to a power supply.

Will The Essential Rod Stewart travel to our event?

Yes. James performs all over the UK and Europe. Your quote will include travel, and for longer journeys he may need overnight accommodation, which we'll discuss with you in advance.

Do we need to provide a meal?

A meal is always appreciated but isn't usually essential. It's needed if James is travelling a long way or, for corporate events, if he needs to set up well before he performs. We'll let you know what's required when you book.

Is James insured?

Yes. James has public liability insurance and his equipment is PAT tested. We can send your venue copies of any certificates it needs.

Can we see The Essential Rod Stewart live before we book?

Most of James's shows are private events, but any upcoming chances to see him live are listed on this page. Our team can also send you videos and answer any questions you have.

Further Info

Performance Times

Provided by the Act

  • PA System
  • Public Liability Insurance & PAT Tested Equipment
  • Stage Lighting

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