27-year-old Samantha Hoare, performing under professional name Ramona Rose, is a Folk & Americana musician based in Leeds. A successful artist in her own right with her original music, and with multiple UK tours under her belt, she brings originality, flair and personality to every performance.
Her rich, soulful vocals and vibrant performance energy are what sets her apart as an artist, delivering industry quality musicianship and professionalism. Holding a BA (Hons) in Popular Music from Leeds Conservatoire, she brings folky charm to every track she chooses, priding herself on her ability to breathe new life into old classics. Her captivating live shows feature spine-tingling vocal harmony effects, creating an intimate storytelling experience delivered with warmth and candour, all as a one-woman show.
She is also a prolific songwriter, has toured the UK extensively with her original music, played live sessions for BBC Radio Oxford and BBC Radio Leeds, and appeared on festival line-ups below the likes of KT Tunstall and The Shires, all the while receiving airplay from radio stations all over the world and building a 3,000+ strong fanbase of monthly Spotify listeners.
As a performer, she is constantly updating her setlist, incorporating songs from the 1960’s to the present day in her own unique style, bringing good vibes with her to every event. She is organised and punctual, always allowing the client to tailor the setlist so that they have a totally bespoke soundtrack to their special day. With a full self-contained PA setup and PAT tests on every piece of equipment, you’re in safe hands, and you won’t need to worry about a thing on your special day.
Sam performed at a Hen Do I was organising. She was extremely responsive throughout the organisation process, which due to Covid lasted nearly two years, with the date being rearranged three times. Despite this she ensured she was available for my dates everytime. Also my venue location was very rural, so I really appreciated that she was willing to travel there. She
She sent me a very large list of genre varied songs to choose from for her performance, which I struggled to whittle down and she also offered to learn new songs to cater for my needs.
She was amazing, not only a fantastic performer but a wonderful commander of her audience, which isnt always an easy job with lively girls dancing around and singing along.
Sam's performance was the highlight of the weekend and I would not hesistate to hire her again or recommend her to my friends and family.
If you are thinking about hiring Sam DO IT you won't regret it!
Sam, during the booking process was fantastic, her communication was great. I had booked her for a private birthday party and she was extremely accommodating throughout.
She adapted her set list to suit the atmosphere of the party and her music prowess and voice was amazing.
Simply put, Sam was brilliant, book her you wont be disappointed!
Sam performed at our wedding during the ceremony and wedding breakfast and was perfect. She learnt a couple of songs we requested and all our guests commented on how good she was. Thanks again Sam.
Samantha was amazing, very flexible with the times and an amazing performance, would 100% book again!
"Sam played at our celebration last Saturday, providing the perfect soundtrack to the early part of the evening with a repertoire of upbeat songs accompanied by acoustic guitar.
We received many compliments from our guests about Sam’s performance - she was superb from start to finish; we wouldn’t hesisate to recommend Sam to anyone looking for a highly talented acoustic performer!"
Outstanding .great performance nice and friendly I would highly recommend .thanks for a great day
"Sam played at our Staff BBQ awards event for 400 people, providing the perfect playlist for our wide audience range. Everyone really enjoyed her singing and choice of covers. She was very friendly and professional and kept the crowd entertained throughout.
We would definitely use her again and recommend Sam to anyone looking for a highly talented acoustic performer!"
An enchanting mix of both the modern and the mellow – the cool and the classic – Samantha’s lively performance was an instant hit with our audience, the grit of her raw tone offset by her sweet and soulful style. This is a performer not to be missed!
Anything from pubs, bars and restaurants, to weddings, birthdays, christenings and corporate events. If you have something in mind, do get in touch.
The Botanist, Head of Steam, The Marriott, Harvey Nichols, The Potting Shed (Corporate Clients) - EE Newcastle, Avant Homes, Avenue HQ, Sedulo Accountants, Wakefield College, Headingley Stadium
Popular set times include: 2 x 45 minutes, 2 x 1 hours, 3 x 45 minutes
I can provide a 2000 watt PA system that is excellent for all event sizes!
Yes to both!
I'm happy to learn whatever you'd like me to learn for your event as long as we discuss it prior to the event so that I have enough time to learn it properly!
Per 45 minutes, I would take a 15 minute break.
I don't drive, so I travel primarily by train, which means any venue I play needs to be accessible via train.
1234 - Feist
80’s Mercedes - Maren Morris
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A Hard Day’s Night - The Beatles
Alone - Heart
Are You Ready For Love - Elton John
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Babel - Mumford & Sons
Bang Bang - Jessie J
Black and Gold - Sam Sparro
Breakaway - Kelly Clarkson
Broken Strings - James Morrison
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California Dreamin’ - The Mamas & The Papas
Can’t Feel My Face - The Weeknd
Can’t Buy Me Love - The Beatles
Charlemagne - Blossoms
Cheap Thrills - Sia
Chocolate - The 1975
Come Together - The Beatles
Crazy In Love - Beyoncé
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
Cry Me A River - Justin Timberlake
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Don’t Kill My Vibe - Sigrid
Don’t Stop The Music - Rihanna
Don’t You Want Me - The Human League
Drag Me Down - One Direction
Dream Catch Me - Newton Faulkner
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac
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Empire - Shakira
Everywhere - Fleetwood Mac
Exes & Ohs - Elle King
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Fill My Little World
Final Song - mø
Fly Away - Lenny Kravitz
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Give Me Love - Ed Sheeran
Gimme Shelter - Rolling Stones
God Is A DJ - P!nk
Good Riddance - Green Day
Grace Kelly - Mika
Grounds For Divorce - Elbow
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Havana - Camila Cabello
Help - The Beatlez
Here - Alessia Cara
Hey There Delilah - Plain White Ts
Hold Back The River - James Bay
Hold On - KT Tunstall
Hymn For The Weekend - Coldplay
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I Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing - Aerosmith
I Miss You - Clean Bandit
I Predict A Riot - Kaiser Chiefs
I Say A Little Prayer - Aretha Franklin
I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston
I’m Not In Love - 10cc
I Will Wait - Mumford & Sons
I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker - Sandi Thom
In The Morning - Razorlight
Iris - The Goo Goo Dolls
Ironic - Alanis Morrisette
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Jealous - Nick Jonas
Jolene - Dolly Parton
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Keeping Your Head Up - Birdy
Kids - One Republic
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Last Name - Carrie Underwood
Learn To Fly - Foo Fighters
Leave (Get Out) - JoJo
Let It Go - James Bay
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Magic - Coldplay
Marry Bum - Arctic Monkeys
Marry You - Bruno Mars
Mercy - Duffy
Misery Business - Paramore
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New Rules - Dua Lipa
No Air - Chris Brown & Jordin Sparks
O
Old Flames - Kesha & Dolly Parton
Out of Reach - Gabrielle
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Piece Of My Heart - Beverly Knight
Personal Jesus - Johnny Cash
Praise You - Fat Boy Slim
Pure Shores - All Saints
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Raise Hell - Dorothy
Raw - Sigrid
Rehab - Amy Winehouse
Ready To Go - Republica
Rocket - Elton John
Royals - Lorde
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Say Something - Justin Timberlake
Shape Of You - Ed Sheeran
Shine - Take That
Shut Up And Drive - Rihanna
Shut Up and Let Me Go - The Ting Tings
Somebody Else - The 1975
Somebody To Love - Queen
Somebody Told Me - The Killers
Son of a Preacher Man - Dusty Springfield
Stand By Me - Ben E. King
Standing In The Way Of Control - Gossip
Starving - Hailee Steinfeld
Still Falling For You - Ellie Goulding
Strangers - Sigrid
Summertime Sadness - Lana Del Rey
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Take A Bow - Rihanna
Tenerife Sea - Ed Sheeran
That Don’t Impress Me Much - Shania Twain
The Night We Met - Lord Huron
The Suburbs - Arcade Fire
The Writer - Ellie Goulding
This Is The Life - Amy Macdonald
This Town - Niall Horan
Time After Time - Cyndi Lauper
Too Little Too Late - JoJo
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Under The Weather - KT Tunstall
Underdog - Kasabian
Unwritten - Natasha Bedingfield
Use Somebody - Kings of Leon
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Viva La Vida - Coldplay
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What Do You Mean - Justin Bieber
What About Us - Pink
What Goes Around - Justin Timberlake
When You Were Young - The Killers
Whole Lotta Love - Led Zeppelin
Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High - Arctic Monkeys
Wild Things - Alessia Cara
Wonderful World - James Morrison
Worry - Jack Garrett