Street Party Biography
Street Party is a retro-funk, pop, soul, and rock covers band based in Sydney’s north. We’re focusing on danceable music that works in a pub as well as at the corporate Christmas party and wedding.
Street Party have been playing together since 1999. The core of Street Party is five players, with the addition of guest players if required by the client Our emphasis is on soul, funk, pop, and rock from 70’s onwards, to create a versatile mix of your favourite music.
Current Personnel
The core line up is:
Ron James on lead vocals. Born in the bustling seaport of Karachi, Ron made Australia his home in 1991 and has been singing with bands for the majority of the duration he has been in Oz. He possesses a very versatile voice and can sing songs from Sinatra to Stevie Wonder to Santana, and more. Some of his influences are also the great rock acts of the 70's such as KISS, Iron Maiden and Van Halen. He also loves listening to softer music by acts such as Simon and Garfunkel and James Taylor. He is able to sync-in to the mood of an audience with incredible ease and build an instant rapport with them.
David Every on drums and backup vocals. Born in London, and moving to Australia in 1969, David has a long history in the Sydney music scene starting as a technician for Roland and Phase Engineering, all the while building his skills on the drums. Now a seasoned drummer, when he’s not playing with reptiles he loves to get into his recording studio, and to get out there playing live music.
Neil Waite on Bass Guitar and backup vocals. Having a long history of running a PA company (NSW Sound and Light) all around NSW, Neil decided it was high time to get back on stage. Neil brings a wealth of experience and some cool bass grooves to the sound of Street Party.
James Murre on Lead and Rhythm Guitar. James is a virtuoso kind of player and loves the challenges presented by emulating covers. James also has a particular grasp of melody that adds so much authenticity to the songs.
Rob Tessler on Keyboards. Rob has swapped from being an accomplished guitarist to an outstanding keyboard player, and he provides all the tones and moods to make the songs complete.
For clients that want a bigger band, we can add either a professional saxophone player or a full brass section, depending on requirements. We also can bring in backup singers if required. This versatile approach allows us to add that little extra that makes us stand out from the rest.
Music to Suit Your Event
The following is an example of a set list for a club function where we do a three hour performance made up of 3 X 45 minute sets. Set lists can be tailored to suit the client and the event. Live karaoke, where clients can sing with the live band, can also be catered for, by arrangement. For a club gig the set list would be a mix of Soul, Pop, Funk and Disco genres, as shown here:
Artists Covered
AC/DC
Alan Parsons Project
Atlanta Rhythm Section
Bee Gees
Bill Withers
Billy Idol
Chuck Berry
Commitments
Cream
David Bowie
Deep Purple
Doobie Brothers
Doors
Eagles
Elvis Costello
Elvis Presley
Eric Clapton
Jamiroquai
Julian Lennon
Kiss
Kool and The Gang
Michael Jackson
Pink Floyd
Psuedo Echo
Robert Palmer
Santana
Simply Red
Steve Miller Band
Stevie Wonder
U2
Wild Cherry

Contact Details and Booking Info
Phone: Ron on 0421 346 190 Email: ronjamesdesigns@yahoo.com.au
Phone: Jamie on 0418 236 976 Email: jm.pool-technics@bigpond.com
Web : www.streetparty.com.au