Emperors of Soul

Top talent

Julian has been performing since he was ten. He's appeared in shows as diverse as Bugsy Malone, Starlight Express, and Dancing in the Streets, and has performed in Italy, Spain, Australia and Portugal.

Gerod originally trained at the Hollywood Performing Arts School, and moved to the UK when he was 24. Gerod is the driving force behind the Emperors, deciding to start the group as tribute act to the band The Temptations. Frustrated with working for other people, he called on friends that he'd worked with over the years to start a group.

Leon has had extensive experience in theatre, appearing in shows such as Starlight Express, Fame, All You Need Is Love, Oh What A Night, Tonight's The Night and Five Guys Named Moe. He's also been a backing dancer for pop acts including Pet Shop Boys, Boyzone, Destiny's Child, East 17 and Bjork.

Leroy has spent his career working in dance, choreography and performance. He has appeared in numerous West End Shows including The Wizard of Oz, Dick Whittington, Singing in the Rain and Whistle Down the Wind.

Fraser studied Performing Arts and Contemporary Dance at Middlesex University before joining the famous vocal group The Flying Pickets. He's appeared in shows such as The Lion King, Soul Train, Smokey Joe's Cafe and Five Guys Named Moe.

Where've you seen them before?

Leon was once a backing dancer for The Pet Shop Boys, Boyzone, Destiny's Child, East 17 and Bjork.

Fraser was in the Flying Pickets.

Emperors of Soul trivia

Julian wanted to be a professional footballer as a child and passionate supporter of Manchester United.

Leon's biggest musical influence is Stevie Wonder.

Gerod is also a qualified German teacher.

Fraser is the MD of the group and works on all their arrangements and vocal harmonies.

Leroy is a jazz teacher and has previously worked with Leee John from Imagination.