Dominic Crane
Dominic Crane has been strumming and singing his heart out to audiences of all ages since he was 13, putting his own rapturous spin on popular favourites around the pubs and clubs of Britain. Whether he’s crooning Robbie Williams' ‘Angels’ or belting out Oasis's “Don't Look Back In Anger” or keeping the audience happily bopping to “Crocodile Rock”, Dominic totally relishes the responsibility of connecting with and entertaining his audience, be it 20 regulars down the local or 20,000 New Year's Eve revellers in Centenary Square, Birmingham.
Dominic’s repertoire features many favourite “Crowd Pleaser” Pop classics from the 1960’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s as well as popular Irish favourites which never fail to work perfectly with pub and club audiences for their memorable and infectious sing-a-long choruses. Always looking to add new suitable songs to his repertoire, Dominic is happy to learn one of your favourite songs if requested with your booking.
“It’s more than a job”, insists Dominic “It’s a privilege and an honour to be able to perform and hopefully touch the lives of people who are looking to have a bit of fun and a break from the routine of work and commitment”.
Repertoire
- Dirty Old Town - The Pogues
- Blanket On The Ground - Billy Jo Spears
- The Last Time - Rolling Stones
- Ring Of Fire - Johnny Cash
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen.
- Make You Feel My Love - Adele / Bob Dylan
- Wishing On A Star - Rose Royce
- Islands In The Stream - Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers
- Suspicious Minds - Elvis Presley
- Faith - George Michael
- Happy - Pharrell Williams
- Don't Worry Be Happy - Bobby McFerrin
- Red Red Wine - UB40
- Kingston Town - UB40
- That's Life - Frank Sinatra
- Dedicated Follower of Fashion - The Kinks
- 500 Miles - The Proclaimers.
- Whiskey In The Jar - Trad / Thin Lizzy
Repertoire
- Meet Me On The Corner - Lindisfarne
- Lovely Day - Bill Withers
- Fisherman's Blues - The Waterboys
- Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
- Wild Rover - Trad
- Medley - Proud Mary/Spirit In The Sky/Alright Now/Get Back
- Galway Girl - Steve Earle
- Whistle For The Choir - The Fratelli's
- 10.Waggon Wheel – Nathan Carter
- Dance The Night Away - The Maverics
- They Don't Know - Kirsty McColl
- Country Roads - John Denver
- Day Dream Believer - The Monkees
- Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
- Fields Of Athenry - Trad
- Angels - Robbie Williams
- I Useta Love Her - Saw Doctors
Repertoire
- Hills Of Donegal - Goats Don't Shave
- Hi Ho Silver Lining - Jeff Beck
- Black Velvet Band - Trad
- Delilah - Tom Jones
- Stand By Me - Ben E King
- Wonderful World - Sam Cooke
- Wonderwall - Oasis
- Molly Malone/Liverpool Lou - Trad
- Saw Her Standing There - The Beatles
- 7 Drunken Nights – The Dubliners
- Please Please Me – The Beatles.
- Perfect - Fairground Attraction.
- Maggie May - Rod Stewart.
- That's Entertainment - The Jam
- All My Loving - The Beatles
- Walk Of Life - Dire Straits
- Crocodile Rock - Elton John
- Streams Of Whiskey - The Pogues
Prior to the lockdowns of 2020 Dominic had a weekly Friday night residency at The Crafty 2 in Tamworth, monthly Sunday booking's at The Heart Of Aston, The Erdington Club and Maggies in Hall Green and ran a monthly Open Mic Night at The Red Lion in Coleshill.
Additionally, performing in numerous pubs and clubs around The Midlands as well as at weddings, funerals and engagements as a member of Irish function band Celtic Clan. He's also a summer favourite at holiday camps across Devon and Wales.
As well as acoustic guitar, Dominic also performs with backing tracks to add a bit more impact, especially if the venue is filled with loud conversation. The option is open to clients for acoustic only or with backing tracks. Dominic is more than happy to also just blend into the background if that's what the event requires.
Dominic provides background music during the performance intervals, encouraging members of the audience to make requests for their favourite records. This helps to keep customers engaged and maintains an eventful atmosphere.
I have put together a little Ceilidh which I take the audience through, showing them the moves and calling and prompting during the dance. It would depend on the type of night, but when it suits the occasion it's always great fun and the crowd really enjoy it. Dominic.
Wow, what great songs! I was playing along at the side of the stage. It's a real treat to have Dominic opening for me. The audience really loved it too. Sharon Corr, The Corrs.
Glorious… Magnificent! JANICE LONG, BBC DJ.
'American Tan' – Wow! Such a beautiful song. It would be lovely to have more people hear his fantastic songs. Always room for good music in the world. NELL BRYDEN (Recording Artist & Broadcaster)
Dominic plays so melodically with guitar parts that are so cleverly arranged. STEVE CRADDOCK (Ocean Colour Scene & Paul Weller)
Just like The Move, Jeff Lynne and Black Sabbath, he is an integral part of the music machine that beats beneath the heart of Birmingham. LIVERPOOL SOUND AND VISION.