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About Jim Smart

Jim Smart has extensive performing experience, entertaining audiences throughout Scotland for 30 years including 20 years as Scotland's established Freddie Mercury tribute, and latterly with his band 'Live Forever - Scotland's tribute to Queen' who headlined Rewind Festival's 'Pink Flamingo' in Perth and Cheshire in 2023.


In 2017,  Jim joined forces with 4 friends to form vocal harmony group, SCOTSOUL, who reached the grand final of BBC1's prime time music show 'Pitch Battle', singing with soul legend Chaka Khan. He also featured on a fly on the wall documentary for the BBC 'Viva Variety' with his friend Roberta which aired initially in 2014, and was repeated in subsequent years. 


He trained as a TV presenter at London's prestigious 'The Presenter Studio' before launching his own local TV channel in 2021 'Loch Lomond TV'.  Jim also has extensive experience hosting live events including festivals, Christmas Light Switch Ons, Variety Performances and live radio.


Throughout 2025 and beyond, Jim will be consolidating the invaluable experience gained throughout the years to introduce a brand new and unique entertainment concept 'ANTHEMS',  showcasing his extensive vocal range, energetic performances and vocal talent as a solo artist.  "After 20 years of singing under the guise of the legendary Freddie Mercury, it's time to apply the same level of energy, showmanship and performance to my own branded show. I want to maintain Freddie's spirit and apply it to music very few people would attempt to perform, offering a brand new and unique entertainment concept" Jim Smart


 Jim Smart's 'ANTHEMS' is a 60 minute musical extravaganza featuring show-stopping songs from various genres, songs many male vocalists would tend to avoid. Jim brings his 20 years experience of performing as Freddie Mercury to this brand new show, with an abundance of energy, enthusiasm and knockout vocals.  The Anthems show is ideal for weddings, corporate events and functions. 


Jim is a versatile and unique performer, offering various shows including multi costumed tributes '70's Timewarp', '80's Heaven' and 'No Limits' 90's Show with Roberta Childs, as well as performing with Scotland's tribute to Queen - LIVE FOREVER.

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Jim Smart's Anthems
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Jim Smart's Anthems

Jim Smart's Anthems Show
Hold On/Human/Castle on the Hill/Livin' La Vida Loca/Livin' on a Prayer/Some Nights | Pitch Battle
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Hold On/Human/Castle on the Hill/Livin' La Vida Loca/Livin' on a Prayer/Some Nights | Pitch Battle

Subscribe and 🔔 to the BBC 👉 https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSub Watch the BBC first on iPlayer 👉 https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Programme website: http://bbc.in/2s2T5gn All the showstopper performances from tonight's show. 00:00 Scot Soul: Castle On The Hill by Ed Sheeran 01:43 Out Of The Blue: Livin’ La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin 03:28 City Academy Songbirds: Hold On by Wilson Phillips 05:00 Soul Train: Human by Rag ‘N’ Bone Man 06:43 The Flyboys: Livin’ On A Prayer / Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy / In The Mood by Bon Jovi / The Andrews 08:13 The Notables: Some Nights by Fun #bbc All our TV channels and S4C are available to watch live through BBC iPlayer, although some programmes may not be available to stream online due to rights. If you would like to read more on what types of programmes are available to watch live, check the 'Are all programmes that are broadcast available on BBC iPlayer?' FAQ 👉 https://bbc.in/2m8ks6v.
I'm Every Woman: Scot Soul ft Chaka Khan - Pitch Battle: Live Final | BBC One
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I'm Every Woman: Scot Soul ft Chaka Khan - Pitch Battle: Live Final | BBC One

Subscribe and 🔔 to the BBC 👉 https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSub Watch the BBC first on iPlayer 👉 https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Pitch Battle website: http://bbc.in/2tspn3j Scot Soul sing 'I'm Every Woman'. Featuring their Superstar Guest Judge Chaka Khan. #bbc All our TV channels and S4C are available to watch live through BBC iPlayer, although some programmes may not be available to stream online due to rights. If you would like to read more on what types of programmes are available to watch live, check the 'Are all programmes that are broadcast available on BBC iPlayer?' FAQ 👉 https://bbc.in/2m8ks6v.
Live at Denny Civic Theatre
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Live at Denny Civic Theatre

00:00 under pressure 01:30 Bohem R 03:30 Break Free 06:46 Kind of magic 11:01 born to love you 13:26 love of my life
80's Heaven - The Ultimate 80's Tribute Show
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80's Heaven - The Ultimate 80's Tribute Show

Featuring Roberta Childs and Jim Smart from BBC's Viva Variety,  "80's Heaven" is the Ultimate fun filled 80's Tribute Show. A fast paced, high energy show guaranteed to fill any dance floor. Dig out the leg warmers, pull on the leotards, fluff out the hair and straighten those shoulder pads for a fun filled night of the biggest hits from the 80's. The show has multiple costume changes throughout featuring some of the biggest selling hits from the 80's including Boy George, Madonna, Wham, Dead or Alive, Erasure, Human League, Tiffany, Kim Wilde, Rick Astley, Dire Straits, Freddie Mercury, Toni Basil, Whitney Houston and many more...
70s Time Warp Promo
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70s Time Warp Promo

Pull on those flares, straighten up your collars and join us for our amazing ‘70’s Time Warp’ Tribute Show! Taking you on a nostalgic trip to the flamboyant 70’s with some of the biggest selling songs of the decade. Brought to you by the same duo who provides one of our biggest selling shows, ‘80’s Heaven’, you can be assured of a first class and professional performance. Disco fever is about to take over the dance floor with iconic hits from Abba, Candi Staton, The Bay City Rollers, Showaddywaddy, Elton John and Kiki Dee, John Travolta and Olivia Newton John, Gloria Gaynor, The Nolans, Queen, Meatloaf, Blondie, Donna Summer, The Real Thing, The Village People, Blondie, The Bellamy Brothers, Mud, Tina Turner, The Sweet, Neil Diamond, Aimi Stewart, Thelma Houston and many more! Whether you ‘boogie woogie’ on the dance floor or ‘jump’ from your seats for the YMCA, the Back to the 70’s show is a ‘One Way Ticket’ for a great night out and plenty of audience interaction. A FANTASTIC NIGHT OUT!!

Patricia
Thomson

King Robert Hotel, Stirling

Best Performance of Freddie In Scotland.....

 

I can't recommend Mr Jim Smart highly enough, his performance of Freddie Mercury sells out our venue every time we book him. The show is full of energy, Jim was born to perform, such a genuine guy, who really cares about every performance. 

Thomas McCall

The Ferry, Glasgow

Book this act!

We have regularly booked Jim in 3 to 4 times a year at our venue for a number of years and his show never disappoints. His Freddie Mercury show always does great business and Jim makes sure it's a great night with his fantastic vocals and audience participation. All I would say is if your looking for a great Freddie Mercury act then you don't need to look much further!

Jacqueline Padden

The Croft, Glasgow

We have booked Jim Smart many times…

We have booked Jim Smart many times over the years as one of our Tribute acts (Freddie Mercury). He is a true professional and always puts on a great show. He is always a sell out hence why we book him once or twice a year. The customers and staff love his show.

Tommy Bryceland

Port Glasgow Golf Club

Highly recommended

Highly recommended, Jim is a complete gentleman, and as Freddie Mercury Jim Smart puts on a brilliant show , if your looking to book an act , look no further than Jim as Freddie Mercury, guaranteed a fantastic night

Ernie McElwee

Rankin Park Bowling Club

Highly recommended

 

Jim done a show in our club and he was top drawer. One of the best shows we have had. Jim himself was very friendly and happy to pose for pics.
I would definitely recommend Jim for any place looking for a cabaret.

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