
Keynote speaker
Sophie Ellis-BextorIconic British Pop and Disco Vocalist
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Marquee£25k – £50k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Sophie Ellis-Bextor is a critically acclaimed singer and songwriter who first emerged in the late 1990s as the frontwoman of the indie-pop group theaudience. She achieved global recognition following her collaboration with Italian DJ Spiller on the chart-topping hit Groovejet (If This Ain’t Love), which became a definitive club anthem. Her debut solo studio album, Read My Lips, further established her status as a pop icon, reaching number two in the UK and producing several top ten singles including Take Me Home and the massive international hit Murder on the Dancefloor.
Demonstrating exceptional longevity in the music industry, she has released a diverse range of studio albums and recently enjoyed a significant resurgence when her signature track featured prominently in the 2023 film Saltburn. During the pandemic, she became a national treasure through her Kitchen Disco live streams, which provided virtual escapism and led to a successful Radio 2 show and a popular compilation album. In September 2025, she continued her creative evolution with the release of her eighth studio album, Perimenopop, under Decca Records to widespread critical praise.
Whether performing with a full band, providing a high-energy DJ set alongside Rich Jones, or delivering her famed Kitchen Disco set, she remains a captivating live entertainer. Audiences book her for her unique blend of sophisticated disco, infectious optimism, and her ability to transform any event into a communal celebration.
On stage, Sophie Ellis-Bextor is best known for talks on Music, Performance, Disco and Entertainment. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Entertainment and Music, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and After Dinner Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Sophie Ellis-Bextor travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Sophie Ellis-Bextor would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Sophie Ellis-Bextor?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Sophie's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Sophie Ellis-Bextor cost to book?
- Sophie Ellis-Bextor sits in our Marquee fee tier (£25k – £50k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Sophie Ellis-Bextor speak on?
- Sophie speaks on Music, Performance, Disco, Entertainment.
- What languages does Sophie Ellis-Bextor present in?
- Sophie presents in English.
- Where is Sophie Ellis-Bextor based?
- Sophie is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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