The Cover Ups

The Cover Up’s have brought a fun, youthful feel back to the old classics which is proving to be extremely popular with clients looking for a sophisticated band for their Networking Events, Black-Tie Dinners and even Baby-Showers, as this incredible group, whilst still exceptionally young themselves, have taken on some of the most mature and melodic music in the industry. Their beautiful harmonies and simple acoustic interpretations of popular songs are exquisite. 

Whilst they haven’t changed the music - believing that these classic became classics for a reason - this young group makes a connection with the 25-plus market of today simply by being their peers. Following in the footsteps of youthful legends like Michael Buble, who made it “cool” to revisit classic swing numbers, The Cover Up’s bringing a level of sophistication to their performance.

The brain-child of Simeon Hamman (Vocals, Acoustic Guitar & Banjo) the standard band is a Four Piece and consists of keyboard, percussion & violin which gives them the flexibility to play either a soft background set or a slightly more vibrant set … and yes … there are a few of the latest hits thrown in just for those events that get a little “warmed up” (available on request or as the night demands!)

Their repertoire covers many of the old classics like Fly Me To The Moon (Frank Sinatra) & My Everything (Barry White). They also keep their song selections fresh & relevant by adding in recent chart toppers like Wake me Up (Avicci) & Happy (Pharrell Williams).  The songs are all familiar, well known tracks delivered in a sophisticated yet youthful way by these incredibly talented musicians. 

Lead singer Simeon Hamman grew up, quite literally, in the entertainment industry, with his mother being the exceptionally successful singer, Sonja Heroldt and his father, whilst involved in the film industry, an equally successful producer and director. Simeon often says “he grew up next to the stage” because from as early as 3 years of age he was already performing on stage alongside his mother. Simeon inherited a wealth of experience during his childhood years and not only developed an incredible voice but also learnt to play guitar whilst writing his own songs. The family was all about music and the seed was sown. Simeon’s musical experience didn’t stop at home though, shortly after completing high school he left for Europe and spent two years working and performing in London before coming home to complete his studies at The South African Music Institute. With his studies behind him the calling could no longer be ignored and Simeon released an original album, Rooirok, which charted across SA and his songs were picked up and used in three feature films (Angus Buchan’s Ordinary People - 2012 ; Babalas - 2013 and Henk Pretorius’s Leading Lady – 2014) whilst putting together The Cover Up’s!