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Go Go Skank is a high-energy, horn-fuelled party band based near Helston in West Cornwall that mashes up 80s synth-pop classics and cross-generational bangers into a unique "Skankster Style" combining ska, reggae, blues, rock, funk, and soul.

  • Genre & Style: Live party music swapping original synthesizers for heavy brass, skanky guitar chops, and driving rhythms.
  • Members & Lineup:
    • Spencer Hawes (Bass, Vocals)
    • Matt Le Skank (Guitar)
    • Dom Walshe (Drums, Sound engineer/production)
    • Samphire Sam Kirby (Tenor Sax, Flute)
    • Simon (Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Trombone)
  • Availability: Regularly travels across Cornwall specialising in weddings, private parties and festivals
    (such as Rock Oyster Festival, Boardmasters and Helstonbury), and local pub venues.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Dance music
Entertainment
Karaoke
DJ

What is included in the wedding package?

Early PA setup for after dinner speeches. Playlist music after speeches before band starts. Personal first dance arrangement, we will learn your first dance request and play live

How far in advance should I contact you?

Minimum ideally a month in advance (in the case of first dance request song to be learnt)

What style of music do you offer?

Disco
Jazz
Rock
Latest hits
Pop
Folk
Other (Ska, reggae, blues, rock, and soul)

Type of musical group:

Band

Size of group:

Medium (4 - 6 musicians)

Repertoire:

It’s A Sin, Jackie Wilson Said, A Little Respect, Power of Love, Rock This Town, You Spin Me, Hungry Like the Wolf, Uptown Top Ranking, Time Of Your Life, Rock The Casbah, Girls Just Want To Have Fun

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Yes. We love learning new material for first dance request. Some are so good they stay on the setlist

What's your experience?

30 years professional performance

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, cornwall and Devon. Further if required

Is there a charge for travelling?

No

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

With a team

What is the length of time of the act?

2 hours live music

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

2 hours before load in and setup

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Dependant on requirement

What are the forms of payment?

10% Deposit

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Lower Methleigh, Methleigh Bottoms, Porthleven, Cornwall TR139LG Porthleven (Cornwall)

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