Based in East Kent, Get Ape consists of Paul Cuffley (Ashford), Colin Lovatt (Whitstable), Kevin Morhen (Reculver), Paul Morhen (Maidstone) and Andy Benn (Maidstone).
 
The band was originally started by Paul M and Andy, with the idea of expanding whilst developing their unique soulful acoustic sound as a duo. Subsequently, the full five-piece line-up now includes Paul C on drums, Kevin on bass and Colin with a full percussion section. The latter takes the band to another level of musical dynamics and this line up has been together for almost two years now.

Get Ape specialize in corporate events, weddings, high profile restaurant chains & exclusive hotels. Last year was really good for the band, especially in the Spring and Summer with the volume of festivals and weddings taking place. 2010 looks set to be even better, being heavily booked for weddings and parties as well as appearances at ‘Music For Life’ at Margate Cricket Club and ‘Theatre In The Park’ at Strode Park on the cards already.

Colin states: “We’re all very experienced musicians who’ve played in many bands, but what makes this band unique is that we’ve never played a bad gig! We’ve been asked which bands we consider to be ‘our rivals’, but we don’t view other bands in this way because Get Ape is doing something fresh and different from the usual cheesy wedding, party/function bands. We promise you won’t hear ‘Mustang Sally’ or ‘Brown Eyed Girl’! We always aim to deliver great music with great style and enthusiasm.”

Their fresh sounding and modern repertoire covers artists such as Jamiroquai, Stevie Wonder, Daniel Merriweather, Michael Jackson, Estelle, JLS, Amy Winehouse and the Artic Monkeys. The band are able to deliver a big sound which is guaranteed to get people on their feet and keep them on the dance floor!

Keep up to date with the latest gigs and testimonials at http://getape.co.uk, or check out The Gig Guide listings.

Follow Get Ape on:
Twitter – www.twitter.com/getape
Myspace – www.myspace.com/getapemusic
Facebook – www.facebook.com/pages/Get-Ape/86837739164

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