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The Downtown Groove.

A dynamic soul and funk band with a modern
edge and timeless setlist.

UK-Wide • Sound-limiter ready • DJ add-on available

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The Downtown Groove.

A dynamic soul and funk band with a modern edge and timeless setlist.

UK-Wide • Sound-limiter ready • DJ add-on available

Check availability
Watch highlights

Videos.

2026 Extended Medley

2026 • 6:14 • Multi-song set

Includes: Treasure · Superstition · I Wish · Georgy Porgy · Stand By Me · Johnny B. Goode

You Can't Hurry Love

2026 • 2:57 • Single track

Includes: You Can't Hurry Love

Feel Good Medley

2026 • 2:47 • Double feature

Includes: Young Hearts Run Free • Saturday Night, Sunday Morning

Soulful Medley

2026 • 2:39 • Double feature

Includes: Tennessee Whiskey • I'd Rather Go Blind

About Damn Time

2023 • 1:40 • Single track

Includes: About Damn Time

Proud Mary

2023 • 1:40 • Single track

Includes: Proud Mary

We Are Family

2023 • 1:41 • Single track

Includes: We Are Family

2023 Extended Medley

2023 • 3:20 • Multi-track set

Includes: Never Too Much • Respect • Ain't No Mountain High Enough

Audio and repertoire.

Setlists are shaped collaboratively, with plenty of room for requests and personal favourites. The playlist is a starting point, not a fixed set.

Featured live tracks:

Johnny B. Goode
Chuck Berry
Young Hearts Run Free
Candi Staton
Superstition
Stevie Wonder
Rather Go Blind
Etta James
I Wish
Stevie Wonder

Enhance your booking.

Manned DJ service.

Seamless music before, between and after the live sets, run by one of the band members. A simple way to keep the night flowing, with the option to explore our enhanced late-night DJJ+ experience for something more immersive.

Daytime performance.

Live music for ceremonies or drinks receptions, often using a reduced lineup, one of our acoustic duos, or a solo singer. Ideal for setting the tone earlier in the day and building towards a spectacle evening party.

Flexible band sizes.

Available as a 4–6 piece band, allowing the setup to scale around your venue, space and event requirements. For a full show-band experience, our flagship Grand Central Symphony may be a better fit.

Featured review.

“The Downtown Groove were just incredible!”

“They were so communicative and flexible to our requests from day 1. They were so easy to get a hold of, if we had any questions or concerns, and went above and beyond.

On the day they were absolutely perfect! Everyone commented on how excellent they were as performers and immediately got everyone on the dance floor, they brought so much energy, skill and enjoyment to our event.

The saxophonist was just next level, everyone loved him and it was such a unique extra to have on the day! The guys even DJ'd for us between sets to keep the dancing going all night.

We would 1000% recommend them for your wedding or event, they were just perfect and made the day even more memorable!”

Ryan & Lizzie

Merriscourt, 2025

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FAQs.

  • Yes. Setlists are shaped collaboratively, with room for requests and personal favourites. The Spotify songlist is a starting point, not a fixed set.

  • Yes, all sound and lighting equipment is provided and operated by the band.

  • Yes, regularly. Sound limiters are becoming increasingly common and we’re used to adapting our setup to suit different venues and requirements.

  • Once we have access to the performance area, setup typically takes around 60 minutes. For larger-scale events, such as corporate awards, this may extend to around 90 minutes.

  • Clear access to the performance area, standard power, and a simple point of contact. Everything else is handled by the band, allowing you to relax and enjoy your event.

  • Yes. All JukeJam artists are fully covered by Public Liability Insurance, and equipment is PAT tested. Documentation can be provided on request.

Still stuck? View our full FAQs.

You’re in safe hands.

You’ll deal directly with the people responsible for delivering your event - from shaping the music to setting up on the day. We’re experience, organised, and used to handling the details so you don’t have to.



Talk it through with us

Let’s build the soundtrack to your event.

Interested in The Downtown Groove? Tell us about your event and we’ll shape the music around it.

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