One of the top-rated performers on Gig Salad, Neil D. Speers is a dynamic musician and top performer with many 5 Star Reviews specializing in mixing the soul of Blues and the cool of Jazz, as well as knowing classic and contemporary tunes from many genres. Neil's versatile talent and commitment to audience enjoyment make him the perfect choice for corporate events and private parties. Neil offers up to 3 hours of songs and can provide all necessary equipment for events.
Neil was great!!! Thank you so much for playing at my husband’s 40th!
Response from Neil Speers:
Thank you Stephanie - I really enjoyed meeting ever and getting to play for you.
Very kind and professional
Response from Neil Speers:
Thank you such Maria, I enjoyed playing for you.
Neil was very communicative in the booking process. His genre and song choices really suited the guests I had. He was professional and courteous. Would highly recommend for any type of gathering.
Neil was so accommodating. He played outdoors for us on Canada Day... Some blues, jazz, and classic rock mix. Everyone was very pleased with his performance. I would hire him back without hesitation.
Response from Neil Speers:
Thank you so much for the kind review - I really enjoyed meeting everyone there and playing for you.
Great performance, professional, came on time and set up.
Neil was awesome he played great music everyone enjoyed him. We could all still talk and visit .
Response from Neil Speers:
Thank you Annemarie
He communicated, arrived on time, professional, was very pleasant and performed very well. He was creative with our requests, this was appreciated.
Response from Neil Speers:
Thank you for your kind words - I really enjoyed playing for your event.
Neil is a real professional and his show was well received by our customers. A+
Neil played for us at my moms 60th birthday party. He was amazing! Everyone loved his blues tunes and it was the perfect entertainment for our party. Thanks again, Neil :)
Response from Neil Speers:
Thank you, Ashley - I really enjoyed meeting your family and playing for you.
Price Range: $250 to $750
Gig Length: 30 - 360 minutes
Languages: English
My main focus as a singer and guitarist is to make any time I play enjoyable for both the audience and the people I work for, so flexibility is very high on my list of traits. I am very guitar oriented and do mostly vocal jazz and blues, but can also provide instrumentals. I typically perform a one hour set or multiple sets of 50 minutes - but up to 1.5 hours is not unheard of. I can supply all equipment needed or can bring a guitar and some pedals to perform.
A few of the artists I cover include:
Nat King Cole
Louis Armstrong
Miles Davis
Ray Charles
Willie Nelson
BB King
James Hunter
Luther Allison
Blackie and The Rodeo Kings
Howlin Wolf
Freddy King
The Hollies
CCR
Little Willie John
The Band
Chris Stapleton
I also have a large number of original tunes that have been released if that is the audience preference
Hey there! I'm Neil D Speers, and I'm all about bringing you some top-tier blues rock guitar and songwriting vibes. With over 30 years jamming in the music scene, I've worn many hats – performer, producer, collaborator – you name it. I just love diving deep into the nitty-gritty of music!
My journey with music started early, especially with the guitar. I fell head over heels for jazz and blues and found inspiration in legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Miles Davis, Albert King, and Howlin' Wolf. My tunes reflect that love, weaving smooth chord progressions, intricate melodies, and soulful improvisations.
I thrive on trying new things and just jamming out in my creative space. Experimentation and improvisation? They're my bread and butter, helping me create sounds that blend the timeless with the cutting-edge.
A few of my influences include Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, Bruce Cockburn, Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac, Jimi Hendrix, Muddy Waters, BB King,
An electric outlet and space to set up is my only requirement. However if a PA is provided I'm happy to use that.
Nashville, TN 
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