Biogs
Leona Marie Skimming – Agnetha | Producer
Musical Theatre trained Leona was described as ‘singer to the stars’ in Hello Magazine 2010. Her pop credits include 3 Top 40 Hits with pop band Lemonescent. She worked with many other top Abba Acts including Bjorn Again before setting up Voyage The Abba Tribute. As an International top vocalist she has supported Lulu, Brian May, Blue, Peter Andre and Atomic Kitten. A professional choreographer as well as a singer, Leona is often called upon to choreograph West End shows and her Abba shows reflect her dancing skills as well as her outstanding musical and performance talent. TV Credits include being a judge on BBC1 ” All Together Now”, “Come Dine with Me” and Top of the Pops”
Alison Gourlay – Frida
Alison studied her HND in musical theatre at Motherwell college then moved on to graduate with a BA (Hons) degree in 2010 from Hull college. Since then she has performed as a singer in different show teams and tributes worldwide both in international hotels and resorts and also on a cruise ship.
Prior to joining Voyage Abba Tribute Band, Alison performed as Frida in numerous other Abba tributes and is thrilled to be working along such talented performers and musicians.
Cazz Forrester – Frida/ Agnetha
Standing on the Edinburgh Festival Theatre stage, aged 15, staring into the bright lights and knowing there were thousands of people watching her sing, Cazz knew this is where she wanted to spend the rest of her life. Having been involved in multiple choirs, including madrigal, chamber and gospel, Cazz thrived on being a part of a group and harmonising. She joined an a cappella group through university, winning best soloist at the St Andrews A Capella Championship 2010. From there Cazz and 3 friends started an r’n’b girl group called Remedy. After competing in the Xfactor 2010 Remedy continued to perform and write songs together. In 2012 the girls decided to go their own ways and Cazz focused on gigging with a live band and The Glasgow Gospel Choir. Having performed across the UK, supporting artists such as Dappy, Peter Andrew and War Child at the Mobo awards she now divides her time playing mainly with a wedding band and performing with Voyage The Abba Tribute.
Lisa Brown – Agnetha / Frida
Lisa trained at New College Lanarkshire gaining her degree in Musical Theatre. Upon graduating she has performed in several tours of the UK and worked overseas, including a national tour of Scotland with Baldy Bane Theatre Company and Principle Vocalist for The Entertainment Department and Haven Theatre Company.
Lisa has performed as Agnetha and Frida in several Abba productions and Tributes and is thrilled to be back working for Voyage The Abba Tribute
Eilish Brand – Agnetha / Frida
Having received her BA (Hons) in Acting from Motherwell College (Northumbria University) in 2015, Eilish has worked with companies such as Cumbernauld Theatre and Scottish Opera. Recent performance credits include Annie in All My Sons, Sherrie in Rock of Ages, and Holly in The Wedding Singer.
Since joining Leona Marie Entertainments in 2017, Eilish has performed across the country as both Agnetha and Frida, and is very excited to work with the team.
Lucy Garvin – Frida
Lucy trained in Musical Theatre at New College Lanarkshire, graduating with a BA Hons degree in 2017. Since graduating, she has performed as a vocalist, dancer, show captain and swing for Warner Leisure Hotels and Haven Theatre Company at various locations across the UK. She is a regular featured performer at Brewhemia in Edinburgh. Lucy also appeared in a production of ‘Islets of Silence’ with TRAM Direct Theatre Company, with ticket proceeds being donated directly to Pancreatic Cancer Action Scotland.
Meghan Duncan
Meghan Duncan is a dynamic professional singer with over 15 years of performing experience. Known for her powerful voice and energetic stage presence, she was a key member of Little Fix, the world’s No. 1 Little Mix tribute band, for five years. Meghan has worked with the BBC, P&O Cruise Ships, Parkdean Resorts, and many more, captivating audiences worldwide. Now based in Scotland, Meghan joined Leona Marie Entertainment as Agnetha in their ABBA tribute show, bringing iconic hits to life with style and authenticity. She also performs as a solo artist at corporate events, parties, and other private functions across the country. With a versatile repertoire spanning pop, rock, soul, and contemporary hits, Meghan tailors every performance to suit the crowd, creating unforgettable musical experiences. Her professionalism, vocal talent, and magnetic stage presence make her one of Scotland’s most sought-after live performers.
Eilidh Weir
Eilidh Weir is an actor-singer and dancer who graduated with a BA(Hons) in Musical Theatre in 2015 from UWS. Since then, she has performed on stage, screen & radio. Credits include the role of principal girl in 7 pantomimes at The Brunton Theatre, 3 national tours of family friendly musicals with The Peoples Theatre Company, and stats in a children’s tv show on Apple TV. Eilidh is EXTREMELY excited to be joining Voyage the ABBA Tribute as she has grown up listening to ABBA and adores singing their wonderful & iconic songs.
Fran Gilmartin
Fran is a Glasgow based performer with a BA Degree in Acting & Performance from University of the Highlands and Islands. A passionate dancer since the age of three, she is now a proud Member of the British Association of Teachers of Dance in both Tap and Majorettes.
Fran played piano for many years and always loved to sing and play to entertain family and friends, before deciding to take performance to a professional level. Since graduating, Fran has brought her talents to stages across Glasgow and Edinburgh, appearing in numerous musical theatre productions, most recently joining LM Entertainments as Frida in ‘Voyage: The ABBA Tribute’, and loves being part of such a fantastic team.
Lloyd McAlister – Bjorn
Lloyd McAlister graduated in Performance Music Industries with a First Class Honours Degree. He has played with Space and headlined some of Scotland’s best venues. His guitar playing has been recognised by some of the industries respected and well known artists, such as Robin Nolan “Raising the Guitar flag high in the UK”, Gerry Cinnamon “Outstanding” and by Scottish Media group GoBo Photography “Infectious”. Lloyd is a key member in his originals band The Fables who have toured with The Sherlocks. He also showcases his talent in his own solo performances playing Blues, Rock and Manouche Swing under his stage name Lloyd Cigano. Lloyd’s enthusiasm and commitment to Voyage the Abba Tribute stems from his passion of ABBA’s music which is demonstrated in his mesmerising performance
Les Barrett – Drums
A seasoned musician who started playing at the age of 3 at first learning on his own then in pipe bands, by 13 he was playing semi pro gigs with ceilidh bands and big bands around Scotland, by the time he was 18 he was studying with drum tutors in both the UK and America, in his 20s he worked as a session musician playing worldwide tours, cabaret shows, backing TV stars, theatre shows, cruise ship orchestras, after returning to the UK he has continued to play with many different styles of music from Jazz bands to Rock bands and recording session work on many albums, he joined the LM entertainment music family in 2017 and has been performing with them ever since.
Ali Anderson – Benny
Ali Anderson is a successful recording artist & musician starting at the age of 15 playing keyboards in a 40 piece Gospel band. Graduated from Stevenson College Edinburgh as a Piano Tuner/ Technician. Has written & recorded for film, TV & radio co-owning a successful recording studio in Edinburgh. Ali has also trained and worked in his late teens at Burtisland youth theatre. He has also played in duos right through to 12 piece bands including diverse music for tribute acts right through to a Bavarian Oompah band!! Ali has also worked in the music industry for over 25 years supplying equipment to the education sector, recording studios and successful artists and has worked with acts such as Wet Wet Wet, Hue & Cry & Texas. Ali is honoured to be working with the professional organisation that is Voyage the Abba Tribute.
Dean Cargill – Benny
Dean is a Glasgow-based keys player who has been performing full-time for a decade, with a diverse range of projects including wedding band The Woohoo Band and a residency in the Riding Room cabaret bar. As well as playing piano, Dean is a DJ and event producer who organises cabaret + club night Queer Theory.
James McSherry – Bjorn or Bass Guitar
James joins the team either as Bjorn or on bass guitar on the 6 or 7 Piece shows for the theatre tours. As well as his Abba work he is also Head of Educamus Music at Educamus Tuition.
Other bands include Bass Player at Tellin’ Stories (Charlatans Tribute) and Bass Player at Resurrection (Stone Roses Tribute)
David Mitchell – Benny
David’s musical adventures started from 14, playing in local bars and clubs learning from seasoned musicians with breath taking experiences to share. After a brief spell at university studying classical then popular music, David left to tour UK and Europe as keyboard player with successful Scottish band The Supernaturals. Following from that amazing experience David has played keyboards/percussion and Musically directed various shows including WhamBamRocketMan and The Jersey Notes both really successful tributes. Now playing keyboards and BV’s with the awesome Big Vern and the Shootahs one of Scotland’s biggest and best party bands, Transit Jukebox Scotlands premier wedding outfit, and being the best “benny” in the whole abbaverse with spectacular shows all over the UK and World.