I’m going to try and get to see you again this year if I can. You’re the first OMD tribute artists I have heard of and I cannot praise what you did last night enough. I’ve been a fan of OMD since 1980 and love and admire their music.You guys faithfully paid tribute to them with your accuracy and enthusiasm. “Saw Manoeuvres last night in Bilston…WOW. Here’s what people have to say… Testimonials Pandora’s Box – Telegraph – If You Leave – Joan Of Arc – Tesla Girls – History Of Modern – Dresden – Walking On The Milky Way – Sailing On The Seven Seas – Electricity – Metroland – Stand Above Me – Red Frame/White Light – The New Stone Age – Messages – Forever Live And Die – Dreaming – Enola Gay – Georgia – Sister Marie Says – Souvenir – Boy from the Chemist – Stay – Genetic Engineering – Maid Of Orleans – Locomotion – Talking Loud And Clear + Bunker Soliders – Night Cafe + we have many more in the making!! Please say a big ‘Hello’ to Winston’s sister Winifred! After a much needed scrub up and lube, she’s all fired up and ready to become a very active member of our tribute to Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark! Rescued from obscurity out of the doldrums of deepest darkest Grimsby, we welcome along the newest member of Manoeuvres. Along with this, her fashion sense is key in creating our look on stage because of course, Andy & Paul ARE fashion icons… aren’t they…? Off stage, when she’s not drawing (she is a children’s book illustrator) she is responsible for all of the bands design work, social media, web design/content, promotional material and moral support. With years of experience performing in other tribute bands, Sarah is the ideal partner for Barry on stage, playing synthesiser, percussion and drums, as well as providing backing and some lead vocals. He is also the person behind the scenes producing the sounds and music that we use on stage resulting in many late nights/early mornings sat at the keyboard supported by copious cups of tea, coffee and peanuts! SARAH: Synthesizers, Drums & Vocals His animated stage presence and unique vocal style are ideally suited to the task which he carries out with great energy and pride. Having been a bass player and vocalist in numerous other bands over the years, Barry is proud to now front Manoeuvres.
A live performance full of energy along with a complimentary stage set, complete the package in order to give you a memorable and exciting OMD experience! We will be posting regular updates and details on our social media pages and blog! ALL tracks are made and played by us – we NEVER sample!īARRY: Lead Vocal, Bass Guitar & Producer Quality instruments are used and are key elements in reproducing the sound we strive to achieve. Along with countless hours rehearsal time to ensure that each show accurately recreates the feel of an original Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark show. Many months have been spent meticulously crafting the music in our own studio. If you haven’t heard them play you’re missing out!! Quite a tribute to OMD indeed! Have a look at our… Photos & VideosĮlectricity (Live snippet) Want to know more…? About our OMD tribute show The timing, the sound and the connectivity and banter you had with each other and the audience was spot on. Even the lighting and flyers were OMD – esque!” “To be honest I was a bit reserved about it for a band that I’ve supported through thick & thin for 30+ years on whether you would do it justice… HECK YEH you were brilliant!” I love how although inspired by the original band, Manoeuvres is true to their very own style. “Totally amazing and what a credit to OMD! You and Sarah have both worked so hard to re-create the OMD sound (unique to start with) and absolutely clinched it. I went to see them for the first time last month at the Robin2 and they blew me away.”
Totally gets their audience and showcases the bands 40 year back catalogue in an authentic and respectful way.” “They are dedicated to reproducing the mighty OMD… and they do an exceptional job! They don’t sample. “Thanks for an excellent, authentic performance, assisted by the singer bearing more than a passing resemblance to the real Andy McCluskey!” “Honestly, at times if you closed your eyes, your renditions were so good you could of been at a real OMD concert.” “Really enjoyable show.
We have a sincere and deep respect and love for their music, this has ultimately prompted us to create Manoeuvres – a respectful tribute to Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD). An authentic show, full of the atmosphere and sounds of one of the most unique and influential bands of all time. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) are one of the world’s most pioneering, iconic, original, inventive and respected synth based bands.
The Premier tribute to… Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark