Comprising some of the most experienced and well-known professional musicians in the region, The Rumour is the Hunter’s power-house live act for corporate and private events.
With both male and female lead vocalists, and three-part harmonies, The Rumour has the capacity to perform an incredible range of material from artists such as Fleetwood Mac, Cheap Trick, Daft Punk, Prince, Allanah Myles, Michael Jackson, Van Halen and so many more.
The Rumour’s set list reads like the party set from the best night of your life. They’ll have you wearing through your shoes on the dance floor from start to finish. This is one Rumour you’ll be glad is true!
MARTY WORRALL: Marty has been singing in bands since he was 16 and has performed all over Australia and the South Pacific. Marty finished 6th in the second series of “Australian Idol” and is the current house backing vocalist for Channel 9’s “The Voice” – The Voice behind the Voice if you please. His vocal versatility sees him just as happy singing rock songs as pop, funk, lounge – you name it!
KARYN RAFTERY: Karyn has been performing in some of Newcastle’s most popular bands for over 20 years. She is best known to many as her alter-ego, Georgie, from the award winning band The Curvetttes, playing to record breaking numbers in venues all over NSW. Karyn has worked in many aspects of the music industry – as a session singer, vocal teacher and as an Entertainment Consultant, giving her a unique understanding of a client’s requirements.
The Rumour Audio Samples
New additions!
Hello – Adele
Love Song – Sara Bareilles
Counting Stars – One Republic
Funky Town – Pseudo Echo
Sign Of The Times – Harry Styles
Tiny Dancer – Elton John
Always The Last To Know – Del Amitri
Titanium – Sia
Diamonds – Rhianna
Send My Love – Adele
Dreams – Fleetwood Mac
When The Going Gets Tough – Billy Ocean
Attention – Charlie Puth
Geronimo – Sheppard
Sussudio – Phil Collins
You’re The Voice – John Farnham
Shut Up and Dance – Walk The Moon
24K Magic – Bruno Mars
Stayin’ Alive – Bee Gees
Son of a Preacher Man – Dusty Springfield
99 Luftballons – Nena
All Right Now – Free
Baby One More Time – Britney Speers
Bad Girls – Donna Summer
Beat It – Michael Jackson
Black or White – Michael Jackson
Black Velvet – Allanah Myles
Boys in Town – The Divinyls
Boys Of Summer – Don Henley
Brass In Pocket – The Pretenders
Come Said The Boy – Mondo Rock
Come Together – The Beatles
Cosmic Girl – Jamiroquai
Crazy – Seal
Dancing In The Dark – Bruce Springsteen
Dancing on The Ceiling – Lionel Richie
Ex’s and Oh’s – Elle King
Give Me One Reason – Tracey Chapman
Get Lucky – Daft Punk
Go Your Own Way – Fleetwood Mac
Groove Is In The Heart – Deee Lite
Hold On – Wilson Phillips
I Can’t Feel My Face – The Weekend
If I Could Change Your Mind – Haim
If I Ever Lose My Faith – Sting
Kids – Kylie Minogue / Robbie Williams
Let’s Dance – David Bowie
Lonely Boy – The Black Keys
“Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now – Starship
Ocean Drive – Duke Dumont
Preacher Man – Dusty Springfield
Rhiannon – Fleetwood Mac
Ride Like The Wind – Christopher Cross
Riptide – Vance Joy
Roxanne – The Police
She Works Hard For The Money – Donna Summer
Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around – Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks
Style – Taylor Swift
Sugar – Maroon 5
Take On Me – AHA
Talk It Over – Grayson Hugh
Teardrops – Womack and Womack
The Chain – Fleetwood Mac
The Look – Roxette
The Way You Make Me Feel – Michael Jackson
The Wire – Haim
Treasure – Bruno Mars
Underneath The Radar – Underworld
Valerie – Amy Winehouse
We Built This City – Starship
When The Going Gets Tough – Billie Ocean
You To Me Are Everything – The Real Thing
Outside – Calvin Harris feat Ellie Goulding
1999 – Prince
Little Red Corvette – Prince
Don’t Stop Believing – Journey
Always The Last To Know – Del Amitri
Jealous – Nick Jonas
My Favourite Mistake – Sheryl Crow
Walk Like An Egyptian – The Bangles
“We were very fortunate to have the Rumour play at a recent work function. They were truly professional in regards to booking and setting up and thoroughly entertaining throughput the night. They were hassle free to deal with and due to their significant musical expertise were able to cater to a wide range of musical tastes. Everyone had a terrific night. I would have no hesitation in recommending them”
Marty Adnum, Managing Director, Out of the Square Media
“Just want to say a very very big Thankyou for last night. Everyone had a great night thanks to you guys. The music was fantastic! Appreciate everything, truly do! Thank you again.”
– Kristy Harris, Wedding, October 2016
“Just wanted to say that the band was fantastic and everyone enjoyed their music. We could not have been happier.”
– Janine Taylor
“It was a great pleasure to work with The Rumour. We are extremely grateful for your support, services and expertise which helped to ensure the 2014 Mai-Wel Gala Ball was a great success. With your support The Mai-Wel Group were able to raise more than $34,000 from the event this year.”
– Kate Banister
“Just a quick message to let you know that we are still talking about how fantastic you are – never stop entertaining us, you have a true gift!”
-Alison and Paul Lobb
“You guys were so awesome! Both B and I are sore from dancing too hard! A problem I wish I had more often. Lol”
-Michael King