SOUL FROM THE SOUL

An exclusive insight into the unique talent of Manchester based Soul singer Victor Haynes.

Tuesday, 1 April 2014

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A RESPECTED NAME IN UK SOUL:

Victor Haynes is one of the most respected names in UK soul music. A smooth and sophisticated vocal style that merges soul and jazz classics with original compositions. Timeless … or modern. Slow, easy listening backgrounds of laid-back soul … or faster, up-tempo dance sets. Victor Haynes’ versatile body of work made him a ‘one-call’ when artists like Edwin Starr, The Drifters, Curtis Mayfield, The Temptations, The Real Thing and The Crusaders needed the perfect support act for their UK shows. His international reputation for urbane style has built over three decades of performing at premier concert venues like Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall, clubs, hotels, restaurants, corporate events, private parties and residencies. His versatile professionalism switches comfortably from solo gigs to singing with sax player Dean Houston. Since then Victor has polished his relaxed interpretation of classic American jazz, swing and sweet soul music from Al Green, Marvin Gaye, Nat King Cole and Duke Ellington through to Luther Vandross and George Benson. Victor’s albums have climbed the UK soul charts and his work, at home and abroad, has included appearances in New York, France and Italy. He’s rubbed shoulders with the Rothschild family, the Duchess of York, Nigella Lawson, Dannii Minogue, Mel B and sporting legends from Mike Tyson and Wayne Rooney to Chris Eubank and Frank Bruno. Back in the day – when a professional singing career first tempted him away from his own business designing and making jewellery – he moved to London and worked with major league soul stars like Jaki Graham, David Grant, Heatwave’s Derek Bramble and Rod Temperton. But, back in Manchester, it was his songwriting and recording partnership with keyboard player Pete May that began to attract attention, radio airplay, a recording deal and a series of acclaimed albums. Victor Haynes is as comfortable on stage in the spotlight as he is in the background. Usually solo. Sometimes with Dean Houston. A man for all reasons.

Victor Haynes has created a reputation as one of the UK’s most reliably versatile soul and jazz singers. A popular blend of standards and original compositions for concert venues, private parties, restaurants, hotels, clubs and corporate events – whether on stage, in the spotlight, or in the background – entertaining audiences with upbeat dance sets or performing laid-back classics for background ambience. International appearances have stretched from Europe to New York, he has supported “A” list stars for their UK shows and his five well reviewed albums have climbed the soul sales charts. Victor is available as a soloist … or with northwest sax legend Dean Houston … And his bespoke selections of soul, jazz and American swing numbers can include touches of blues and reggae too. As up-tempo or relaxed as you need him to be.

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Victor Haynes is first and foremost a soul singer who loves the song of Luther Vandross, George Benson, Will Downing and Lionel Richie But also sings the jazz music of Nat King Cole, Duke Ellington, Sinatra, Buble. And is very versatile as far as his song choice is concerned. He also works on his own with quality backing tracks. You can have an out and out up tempo dance set featuring classic soul songs, or a nice laid back music through dinner. The choice is yours for weddings birthdays or any special occasion It’s all for hire. Just call or email on. Mob:07711 252009 www.victorhaynes@btinternet.com Victor Haynes will sing for you.

SHOW SONGS

MY FIRST MY LAST MY EVERYTHING.

ME AND MRS JONES

LET THERE BE LOVE.

COME FLY WITH ME.

LET’S FACE THE MUSIC.

BEYOND THE SEA.

FLY ME TO THE MOON.

MOON DANCE.

LADY IS A TRAMP.

WONDERFUL TONIGHT.

BLACK AND GOLD.

WITCHCARFT.

THE WAY YOU LOOK TONIGHT.

YOU TO ME ARE EVERYTHING.

IT HAD TO BE YOU.

ALWAYS ON MY MIND.

YOU’LL NEVER FIND.

HELLO.

STUCK ON YOU.

YOUR SONG.

WALK ON BY.

21 SECONDS.

ALWAYS AND FOREVER.

AND MANY MORE……………..

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VICTOR HAYNES

SHOW SONGS

AIN’T NO STOPPIN’ US NOW.

NEVER TOO MUCH.

LET’T STAY TOGETHER.

SUPERSTITION.

AIN’T NO SUNSHINE.

MY GIRL.

MIDNIGHT HOUR.

HOW SWEET IT IS.

KNOCK ON WOOD.

LET’S GROOVE.

STAND BY ME.

CARWASH.

SEPTEMBER

GET DOWN ON IT.

DOCK OF THE BAY.

THIS OLD HEART OF MINE.

HOW LONG.

THREE LITTLE BIRDS

WAIT IN VAIN.

AND MANY MORE……………

THE NEW ALBUM : MY TIME IS HERE:

MY TIME IS HERE : REVIEW

My Time Is Here, Get Back feat. Dawn Zee Serious, Run Away, So Real, Feel, Sleep Over, No One Better, Stay With Me, Love Will Conquer All, Together, Give Me The Reason, Groovin’, Summer Of Love, Victor Haynes is an accomplished UK singer and songwriter who has enjoyed immense popularity over many years both locally and internationally. Victor’s musical talent is not only versatile and timeless but also boundless; as well as being a smooth soul singer, he is an accomplished singer in the field of jazz and swing. His brand new album “My Time Is Here” is in the main a feel good experience focusing on upbeat and mid tempo songs. While in Victor’s trademark retro style it also embraces contemporary music elements and slower jams too, all with feel good vibes. “My Times Is Here” takes you on a music journey, features Miss Dawn Zee (co-vocalist on “Get Back”) and guest sax licks from Victor’s long standing side man Dean Houston. Slow fast jazzy soulful it’s all there, it’s not just an album to sit on your coffee table and blend in to the furniture, it takes you on a ride that’s up lifting and enjoyable and hopefully it will puts some soul back into your step.

MY TIME IS HERE

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FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART

FROM MY HEART

VICTOR HAYNES - FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART - CD - EXPANSION - NEW - £13.99 The UK’s own Victor Haynes album ‘From The Bottom Of My Heart’ finally makes it to CD.‘Can’t Stop’ , ‘Fallin’, ‘From The Bottom Of My Heart’ , ‘If You Want Me’ and ‘Steppin Out’ are strong Modern Soul dancers. There’s a nice cover of ‘I’m Out Of Your Life’ and the slower ‘I’ve Got To Know’ and ‘Give You My Love’ are also good, the killer track though is the beautiful Luther influenced mid tempo floater ‘How Am I’ . Nice album.

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VICTOR HAYNES
FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART

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Victor Haynes is an accomplished singer song writer who has worked in the music industry for a number of years, as a live artist as well as in the studio.
Victor Co writes with friend and musical partner Pete May.
Together they have written and produced four Albums for Expansion Records :Voices in control :Remembering the good times :Optimistic and the brand new Album :From the bottom of my heart.
From the bottom of my heart: simply means what it say, all the songs on this Album are heartfelt and were written from the heart.
Along with the beautiful saxophone of Dean Houston and the sensitive keyboards of Pete May to the heart rendering lyrics and vocals of Victor Haynes this Album should not be missed.
So please check out itunes and all major download sites for details

CELB NIGHT OUT

SUGAR RAY LEONARD

CELB NIGHT OUT

SARAH FERGUSON THE DUCHESS OF YORK

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VICTORIA BECKHAM

TESTIMONIAL :

I have recommended and booked Victor Haynes on a regular basis for several years for all my corporate, conference and leisure customers. I have always been amazed at the quality of his vocals and the way he can adapt his performance exactly to the clients’ needs. Formal or informal, drinks receptions, singing in the background during dinner, or full on entertainment! Whatever the requirement he never fails to deliver. Richard Morrell Cluster General Manager Palace Hotel, Cranage Hall, Wychwood Park & Cheadle House

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Victor is an outstanding musician and singer and a really great person. He has helped for many years to create an amazing event: The Manchester Hoteliers Annual Ball providing entertainment to a discerning audience who only have great things to say about him. Long may this continue.. Paul Bayliss MBE Chair The Manchester Hoteliers Association

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I was fortunate to attend a function where Victor performed during a drinks reception. He was a joy to listen to and really entertained all guests. I would not hesitate to recommend him to others. Mart Louwerse General Manager Crewe Hall

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Luther Vandross: never too much sung Victor Haynes

Victor Haynes - fallin'

John Legend Ordinary People.sung by Victor Haynes

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