- Lifestyle & Sports
- 13 Mar 20
Rocking in the aisle
Here we round up the finest wedding bands in the country, guaranteed to make your reception one to remember.
When the vows have been exchanged, the photos have been taken, and the speeches have been made; there's only one thing left to do on your wedding day - grab your spouse for the first dance and party the night away.
WOW PARTY BAND
087 983 1232
wowpartyband.ie
Email: [email protected]
Facebook.com/wowpartyband
Twitter: @wowpartyband
WOW’s fully costumed, high energy show seamlessly takes the audience from Classic Hits to ’80s, ’90s and current floor-fillers. The band have played over 1100 shows in the past few years, including the Twitter Christmas party, at the Aviva stadium, and for Confetti Magazine Live. They’ve also become the house band for Citywest Hotel Christmas parties for three consecutive years, as well as making unforgettable memories for countless wedding couples!
Hailed by the Irish Wedding Diary as “The best band out there… bar none!”, Wow are dedicated to tailoring their set to suit your needs. From The Beatles to George Ezra, Bruno Mars to Queen and everyone in between, WOW plan to keep your dancefloor hopping. Adding to the uniqueness of your event will be the one-of-a-kind remixes and medleys that you can only hear at a WOW show.
BRASS TACKS
087 979 5315
brasstacksband.com
Email: [email protected]
facebook.com/brasstackstheband
‘Brass Tacks’, as the name suggests, offer the essentials in party music entertainment for any wedding or corporate event. This rocking little four-piece is comprised of accomplished musicians who have played with successful acts like The Frames, Bell-X1, James Vincent Mc Morrow, Jerry Fish and more. As such, they have a wealth of experience in the entertainment and gigging world.
The band are adept at learning songs quickly and precisely, and will gladly take first dance and other requests to suit the particular tastes of any event. However, their standard set already comes pre-loaded with instantly recognisable and timeless classics from the last five decades.
Brass Tacks can also offer clients a jazz/lounge trio for your drinks or pre dinner reception, playing some smooth instrumentals and old jazz classics to create a cool atmosphere while your guests mingle. For the budget conscious client, they can also offer themselves out as a three-piece band, providing the same set delivered with the same energy.
• See the band in action at their upcoming gig at The Harbour Bar in Bray on March 21.
THE SUITE
086 0218770
thesuitemusic.com
Email: [email protected]
Facebook.com/TheSuite
Twitter: @TheSuiteMusic
YouTube.com/user/thesuitemusic
The Suite are a highly energetic, professional and experienced wedding band, combining effortless musicianship with superb four-part vocal harmonies. They’ve have become one of the most popular wedding bands in the country.
So much so, that in 2019 they took home the gong for Best Wedding Band at the Mrs2be.ie Bride’s Choice Awards.
Priding themselves on providing the absolute best in wedding entertainment, their professionalism, attention to detail and drive are devoted to making every aspect of your big night exactly as you had dreamed. With a “song for everyone” policy, they guarantee that even the most left-footed relative or guest will want to get out on the dancefloor. Their setlist covers all the bases, and it’s all done with absolutely no backing tracks whatsoever – they really are that good!
• Catch them at their showcase in the Lucan Spa Hotel in Dublin, on Monday, March 23.
SAX AND THE CITY
087 634 9459
saxandthecityband.ie
Email: [email protected]
Facebook.com/SATCBAND
From marching the bride and groom into the venue for their first dance, to the epic dance party that will transpire later in the evening, Sax And The City pull out all the stops. This six-piece band feature a brass section that can, more often than not, be found out bopping along with your guests, forming conga lines, playing interactive games and driving audience participation.
Sax And The City are in fact two award winning bands, one fronted by Daire and Vanessa, the other by Aidan and Hayley. Both feature the same brass-driven top-tier entertainment.
Their wedding packages offer the complete musical solution for your big day. From ceremony music and a jazzy drinks reception, to the full-on party of the live six-piece band, and the after-hours options of Sax & DJ or stand-alone DJ, Sax And The City have you covered.
UKEBOX
087 983 1232
ukeboxmusic.com
Email: [email protected]
Facebook.com/ukeboxmusic
Twitter: @ukeboxmusic
Made up of three of Ireland’s most reputable musicians, who play and harmonise together like nobody else, Ukebox will bring something very special to your big day, and have your guests singing along from the moment they start. Whether dressed in their casual and colourful Hawaiian shirts or sharp formal suits (the choice is yours!), Ukebox are sure to provide a unique atmosphere that your guests will love. Their versatile setlist can be tailored to suit wedding ceremonies, drinks reception/corporate events or next day BBQs.
Ukebox’s speciality is walking from table to table, entertaining your guests up close, and taking requests. Their setlist spans every genre, from the amazingly upbeat and fun harmonies of The Beach Boys and The Beatles, right up to the biggest hits of today, including George Ezra and Bruno Mars.
THE MADISONS
087 664 4725
themadisonsband.com
Email: [email protected]
Facebook.com/themadisonsband
Firmly established as one of the top suppliers of wedding music, The Madisons have gained a solid reputation for providing both high-quality entertainment and great value for their services. The band work tirelessly to curate the perfect mix of music to guarantee a full dancefloor for your special day.
The Madisons provide a range of packages, including beautifully arranged music for your church or civil ceremony. Led by a vocalist with piano accompaniment, the band can also provide acoustic guitar, violin, flute, and accordion soloists for the ceremony. Whether you’re looking for traditional ceremony music, or something more personalised, The Madisons will happily work with you.
The band’s full package includes ceremony and drinks reception music, as well as the performance of specific first dance requests. A DJ service can also be provided later in the evening.
• The Madisons’ next showcase will take place on Sunday March 29 at Knightsbrook Hotel, in Trim, Co. Meath.
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