Christopher Weeks

Expert Jazz Vocalist

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Christopher Weeks on SoundBetter

I'm a specialist jazz vocalist who has more than 8 million hits with the YouTube song 'Clover - 100 Years', worked with some of the best producers in the business and has played to hundreds of thousands of people throughout the UK and around the world.

I'm a highly experienced session vocalist with a warm, smooth baritone voice reminiscent of Michael Bublé and Frank Sinatra. Whether you need a top line vocal, harmonies, melody/lyric writing or track production...look no further!

I have worked as a recording artist with hundreds of clients, ranging from some of the top composers/arrangers/producers in the world including Emmy Award Winning Producer Arthur Pingrey and Grammy Nominated Composer and Arranger Nick Ingman, to production companies looking for commercial recordings, to upcoming songwriters and composers looking to record demos for artists...and everything in between.

My work has been featured on Apple Music, Spotify and a recent project 'Clover - 100 years' has more than 8 million views on YouTube.

I take huge pride in what I do, and will always work hard to ensure that you are entirely satisfied with my contribution to your project.

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Languages

  • English

65 Reviews - 16 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Magnus H.
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    It is a great pleasure to work with Chris. Great vocal performances as usual.

  2. Review by Magnus H.
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    Chris has once again done a great vocal performance on one of my songs. He is also very easy and pleasant to work with. Highly recommended.

  3. Review by Magnus H.
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    Chris again made a fantastic vocal performance for me on a new song. I love to work with him. Supernice guy also.

  4. Review by Magnus H.
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    I am very glad I found Chris. He did a perfect vocal performance on my new song where I needed a crooner-style singer. I will directly hire Chris for a new project. He is also a great communicator and fun to work with. Highly recommended.

  5. Review by Asha D.
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    Christopher is amazing to work with, and delivered a top-notch vocal for our project. Thank you, Christopher!

  6. Review by kennyoconnell
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    Chris provided me with a great professional vocal that I am really pleased with. He kept in touch with me throughout the recording of the vocal.

  7. Review by Dana C.
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    Christopher sang beautifully on my song - a swingin' little ditty.
    Very professional and speedy, too. I would definitely use Chris again.
    Dana Countryman
    Blaine, WA, USA

  8. Review by David B.
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    Chris did a great job! He gave me exactly what I needed, ahead of schedule. Great old school voice! Thanks!

  9. Review by Tim J.
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    Christopher has a great Sinatra styled voice! Loved his work, and would highly recommend!!

  10. Review by Robert J.
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    Chris is a great singer and a consummate Pro. His vocal lines, harmonies and adlibs were spot-on for my song and he made it come alive.

    Highly recommend Chris to any songwriter out there.

  11. Review by John Topley
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    This is the second time I’ve worked with Chris and once again I’ve come away very impressed with his professionalism, the fast turnaround and most importantly of all, the results! Thank you Chris.

  12. Review by Laurence Conway
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    Chris was friendly, professional and prompt, taking on board all my requirements. His work is top quality. Can recommend highly!

  13. Review by Dimitri L.
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    this guy is one of the best jazz vocalists you have ever heard... absolutely amazing artist, super talented, super organised and a pleasure to work with.. very good communication and a true professional. thank you very much Christopher !!!!

  14. Review by Claire C.
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    Fantastic job! Great sound and very accurate

  15. Review by Tim A.
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    Great to work with Chris. Everything is easy and top quality.

  16. Review by Haji Ginz
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    This guy is so good! What a professional. Amazing vocals! Warmly recommended.

  17. Review by Ed V.
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    Chris did a wonderful job for me. It's not easy to find a vocalist who can do what he does. His voice is rare. Highly recommended.

  18. Review by Chuck
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    Another great experience with Chris! Very easy to work with and the end result is always amazing. 100% recommended!

  19. Review by Mark M.
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    Christopher is a pro in every sense of the word. He took direction and added the various touches that finished the track beautifully.
    Great vocal tone, wonderfully recorded and delivered on time.
    Highest recommendation.

  20. Review by Tim S.
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    Great work and quick turnaround. Very nice work together. It was a pleasure working with you.

Interview with Christopher Weeks

  1. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  2. A: I worked on an original song called 'Paris in Bloom', which the composer had written years before and had recorded as a very rough and not very satisfying demo. I rearranged the song for a quartet, recorded and produced it and was able to give him the song he'd had in his head for years!

  3. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  4. A: I'm working on the vocals for a songwriter's writing reel, a parody of 'Love and Marriage' and a big band song I've composed and arranged to a client's original lyrics.

  5. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  6. A: I have worked with Kara Lily Hayworth and Bindy Baker extensively and would recommend either of them in a heartbeat.

  7. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  8. A: I love the warmth of analogue, and the flexibility of digital, so in an ideal world I'd record with vintage equipment into an analogue desk and mix the whole thing in a digital workstation!

  9. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  10. A: My promise is that I will give every inch of myself to ensure that the project succeeds and that my contribution is something to be proud of.

  11. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  12. A: I love recording original songs! There's something about singing a song that's never been sung by anyone else which is amazing!

  13. Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

  14. A: Customers naturally want to know how long it will take to deliver a vocal. I answer that it can take up to 7 days depending on my in tray that week, but normally I can deliver within a few days!

  15. Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

  16. A: I think the biggest misconception is that we just rock up, sing for 5 minutes and that's it. Every session musician studies the song and lyrics beforehand, records multiple takes until they are satisfied with their sound and then comps a track together to make sure the product they deliver is the best!

  17. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  18. A: I ask if they have any particular requirements, if there's anyone's style they particularly like and if they can hear anything specific when they think about the song!

  19. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  20. A: Never be afraid to give me lots of information about a song...the more information the better! The more I know the writer, the better I'll be able to perform their work!

  21. Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

  22. A: I'd take my MacBook, my SM7, a piano, record player and Sinatra at the Sands!

  23. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  24. A: I've been working as a recording artist for more than 10 years, and a live singer for longer than that!

  25. Q: How would you describe your style?

  26. A: I think my style is smooth, warm and full of heart.

  27. Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

  28. A: I'd like to work with Kurt Elling, another male jazz singer. He is a wonderful student of the genre and has a technical ability thats second to none!

  29. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  30. A: As a singer, there's nothing more useful than an accurate guide vocal. Whether it's a singer or an instrument, it saves a lot of time and ensures accuracy.

  31. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  32. A: I interpret songs not only as a singer, but as an actor. I trained for 3 years at the Oxford School of Drama and so look at songs from both the musical and lyrical sense. I understand the story of the song and so am able to tell it more truthfully.

  33. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  34. A: I bring my own experience, taste and knowledge of the genre. I've spent years studying the greats and the knowledge I've gained is there in every song I've ever recorded. From Sinatra's phrasing and vowel sounds to Mel Tormé's technical virtuosity, it turns a good vocal into a great one. I bring a great understanding of what the song is trying to achieve. In every bit of work I do, I look for the story first and everything then comes organically from that. The phrasing becomes much more impactful because it all has a meaning and a purpose

  35. Q: What's your typical work process?

  36. A: A client will get in touch with a track which has a rough vocal on it and we discuss specifically what they are looking for from the vocal line. I record a first vocal pass and get as close as I can to what the client wants. Very often, the first pass is just what they need, but if they need a couple of small tweaks or changes, I deliver a second pass with those in place!

  37. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  38. A: I record using a Shure SM7b Microphone, which I love for its warmth, clarity and clean tone. My audio interface is a Focusrite 2i4 interface and my preferred DAW is Logic Pro X.

  39. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  40. A: Sinatra is the king, of course. He had the ability to take a collection of words and notes and turn it into a story that resonated with everyone. The rest of us just try to get close to what he did!

  41. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  42. A: The majority of my work is singing lead vocals on original songs.

  43. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  44. A: I usually work on jazz projects, particularly classic jazz such as swing and big band music.

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Depending on the requirements of the client, I can deliver up to a 72 hour turn-around time. Get in touch with your specific requirements.

GenresSounds Like
  • Frank Sinatra
  • Michael Bublé
  • Dean Martin
Gear Highlights
  • MacBook Pro
  • Logic Pro X
  • Focusrite 2i4
  • SM7B Dynamic Studio Microphone/Rode NT1A Condenser Microphone
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