Wedding Music (Band, DJ, Singer) ONE POST PER BAND ONLY! Read post #1 First!

yaya26 · 12-09-2007 8:35pm

Originally Posted by Tarakiwa
We (Wife & I!) used a band called 5th Avenue just last year for our wedding. They were great. HUGE advantage is that they have their own DJ as part of the set up. That way you pay 1 price & get both the band plus DJ - it also means that there is NO gap between the band finishing & the DJ starting. We paid 1,990 all in ........... not too bad me thinks!

Let me know if you want a number for them.

Any chance of a web address or telephone number for Fifth Avenue??

yaya26 · 12-09-2007 8:37pm

Hiya do you have a web address or telephone number for The Great Escape please??

brendanobyrne.c · 26-09-2007 2:29pm

Wedding Ceremony Musician / Singer

www.brendanobyrne.com
www.myspace.com/brendanobyrne

For the past number of years Brendan has been the resident pianist/guitarist/entertainer to Ashford Castle Hotel and County Estate, Cong Co. Mayo.

Brendan has entertained and performed for many Heads of State, Dignitaries, and Celebrities who have stayed there, and also performed at many high profile weddings at the castle, including that of Pierce Brosnan.

Brendan is available to play a select number of private weddings every year, providing the perfect accompaniment to your church ceremony.

Please visit www.brendanobyrne.com and click the weddings link.

This service is provided in Galway City and County, Mayo, Sligo, Roscommon, Westmeath, Offaly, and Clare.

misswex · 02-10-2007 12:33pm

Anyone know of any good bands in Co. Wexford. Getting married in 09

keano_afc · 14-10-2007 10:47pm

Getting married in June 08 and looking for a good band to play in Co Meath. I've mailed a few but not one bothered to get back to me. I'm open to offers!

zildjian1 · 14-10-2007 11:49pm

hi...
i was at a wedding last week and a band played....they were the best ive heard or seen in a while at a wedding....not a tacky cheesey usual outfit...i think my brother knows one of them...if you want to PM me ill pass on your number if you wish...

misswex · 16-10-2007 1:43pm

eoin_s wrote: »

We went with the Kaye Twins for our wedding, and they were absolutely brilliant. They were really good at getting everyone up on the dance floor, and so many of our guests were complimenting our choice.

Edit - we got Digital DJs for after, and Daragh was excellent also.

Can I ask how much they charged?

zmcl90 · 22-10-2007 12:23pm

i got a great wedding band and ad for 1,650 it was the cheapest around

eddie73 · 24-10-2007 1:28pm

I read this thread and as a musician feel you need to realize that you get what you pay for. Any band that does a job very cheap is moreoften a desperate outfit, will arrive late, will play badly, will be drunk on stage, look bad ie. not in suits or badly dressed, repeat songs, take too many breaks etc. Generally speaking you get what you pay for.

For anyone considering that musicians are scamming you out of money, or that you feel that you are beenconned in any way, consider the following criteria in relation to charge.

This is specialised work.
Music is prob one ofthe most remembered parts of any wedding day so it needs to be good.
Musicians are tied down for the entire evening, setting up, travel, waiting etc, its not just 2 or 3 hours work
Tax, pensions, health/life insurance etc all has to come out of the fee.

hope you get the band you are looking for and dont be afraid to pay the extra few hundread euro, it will probably be well worth it

Owen · 24-10-2007 1:32pm

eddie73 wrote: »

Musicians are tied down for the entire evening, setting up, travel, waiting etc, its not just 2 or 3 hours work

We have a roadie who sets up before the gig, and he's there at about 2pm. We land on at about 8 on the off chance that speeches finish early, we then have to wait for the hotel staff to clear tables off the dance floor, and setup the remainder of our equipment and lighting, get changed into uniforms, tune up, and then herd the crowd outside smoking/drinking back in. We have to play for a few hours, and then wait for the DJ to finish before breaking the equipment down, and packing it away.

So Eddie73's very correct, it's an extremely long night for most bands, and far from the 2/3 hours people think it is. I reckon we end up working about 7-8 hours for an average wedding, and that's not including travelling time.

Scoobydoobydoo · 24-10-2007 1:32pm

Day-wanna-wonga wrote: »

I used "The Best Men" - these guys are all professional jazz musicians, so their wedding music is tight as f*ck. Playing wedding songs is easy for these guys - I'd put them up against any wedding band in the country for musicianship, as they're professionally trained, and make a fulltime living out of playing. €1200. http://www.thebestmen.net/

Then Digital DJs for €420. http://www.digitaldjs.ie/

We had The Best Men as well, they were brilliant.

olaola · 22-11-2007 12:54pm

We had Santoria at our wedding. I cannot recommend them enough. They came in before the meal and set up - so we weren't disturbed while eating.
Their booking process was prompt and professional.

And most importantly of all!!! They were fabulous - everyone loved them and we got loads of queries after the wedding from other people who would like to book them again.

They play around town a lot - so you can pop by and see them belt out the tunes! They are a band that I would pay to see - very polished.

www.santoria.ie

bbability · 25-11-2007 11:29am

If you are looking for a very good reliable not charging a fortune "DJ" for your wedding who is set up and ready to go the second the band finish try this company. I know he's a good friend but I can put my hand on my heart and say he's one of the good guys. His company is called Nationwide Dj's. His new website has just launched all the information is there... http://www.nationwidedjs.ie

Featherl · 23-01-2008 12:41pm

Busy Fingers in Longford area are very good and popular - I have just been told they are booked out til 2010, not sure though!

whiskey river band were good too

srvhead · 21-02-2008 3:53pm

This is our one pimping post!

We are The Real Deal Band, (formerly of The Jury Band) the fully live, high energy band of Leinster, but will travel nationwide. We play a wide and varied set in excess of 200 songs and growing weekly, ranging from current pop rock chart hits right back to classic 50’s rock’n’roll. We adjust our repertoire to suit the venue or audience, depending on what the occasion demands. We also offer a professional DJ as part of our service to start immidiately after the band finishes. You could do worse than check us out. Thanks, Ger. http://www.gumtree.ie/dublin/94/20202194.html

Alt-Health-Ire · 23-02-2008 7:24pm

The Sopranos Band is great - They are based in Drogheda but do travel. They played at a charity event I went to last year and are playing The wedding Ball in March.

pearl1 · 26-02-2008 8:43pm

has anyone seen the band Trixx play they are kildare based...thinking of booking them for my wedding

Sea Breeze · 04-03-2008 1:50pm

Hi wedding thread and music maestros....has anyone heard the following bands based in the west? Would ye recommend them?

Alchemy
Wavelength
Deja Vu

Thanks a mil!

chris85 · 23-03-2008 4:19pm

Person i know used to be in a wedding band and is now going solo. He is doing the whole sinatra/swing tunes thing and it looks the part (dresses the part and has the equipment) I have posted a link below to his website which also provides samples clips that he recorded a couple of months ago in the recording studio.

www.weddingswinger.ie

wildone · 24-03-2008 1:26pm

Check out Harlequin at (http://www.myspace.com/harlequinpartyband).

Great energy and professionalism. Are very experienced and are well known around the country. Are at the top on their field and come highy recommended.

:):)

niceirishfella · 24-03-2008 1:32pm

This is Great - Freeads for Bands.............!

MagDee · 26-03-2008 4:17pm

On that musical note. Is there any requirement for single vocalists singing with cd rather than real musicians? I'm thinking more of a church ceremony and some romantic songs while guests wait for the groom and bride rather than wedding party, but still some soul and romantic evergreens to brighten up the ceremony.

I mean I don't know if this is considered of bad taste in Ireland? it definitely does your pocket good if there is only one person to be paid rather than group of musicians?

I don't even know how much such person would charge...

02-04-2008 12:11pm

I'm looking for a wedding band that will do a good mix of 70's, 80's and 90's music, popular rock & roll not country and western, good quality covers and clear sound that can cater for a smaller crowd in the Roscommon/Sligo/Leitrim area. Looking at the first friday in October this year

Any suggestions welcome.

DJ_Spider · 02-04-2008 7:05pm

@ 250882 check this site http://www.weddingbandlist.com lots of bands and DJs that you can search by county. :pac:

Das Kitty · 02-04-2008 9:01pm

250882 wrote: »

I'm looking for a wedding band that will do a good mix of 70's, 80's and 90's music, popular rock & roll not country and western, good quality covers and clear sound that can cater for a smaller crowd in the Roscommon/Sligo/Leitrim area. Looking at the first friday in October this year

Any suggestions welcome.

I'd suggest our band Tightrope, they're based in Galway but travel. They're a rock covers outfit and are great. Dunno will you get them with 7 months notice though but it's worth a try. PM me if you want their number.

http://tightropenet.com/

The quality of the site is not indicative of the quality of the music btw.

jameshuish · 05-04-2008 1:38am

Day-wanna-wonga wrote: »

Not true. Wedding bands are always a rip-off, as they are getting about 3 or 4 times as much as they would for a regular gig. It's just a matter of finding one that's good, that won't totally f*ck your ass. You got royally f*cked - I just got patially shafted. Either way, we were both screwed.

You need to update your thinking. I am a pro swing singer. My 9 piece band would do a wedding for 1700.00 sterling. a 2 hour set. We charge more for corporate work.

You get what you pay for in life.

www.jameshuish.co.uk

Bagheera · 07-04-2008 11:41am

Hi there

I'm getting married in 2009 and we would like something a bit different. I was wondering if anyone has used the Celtic Music Agency (based in Donegal)?

We're thinking of them or another trad group so if anyone has any recommendations of trad bands I'd appreciate it.

moverandshaker · 07-04-2008 3:00pm

Hi

Has anyone heard of a band called Temptations????

I have heard one really good report...........???????????......???

tipp1974 · 08-04-2008 6:16am

Just wondering if anyone can suggest a good band / dj in the Limerick / Clare /Tipperary region. I've looked up the usual sites but most of the bands are Dublin or Galway area so am hoping someone can recommend anyone for me. Cheers:)

scotia · 08-04-2008 6:43am

You could try www.djs4u.ie or www.bands4u.ie, It has a country wide list of bands and dj's,and i'm on there too!!

Ashfield · 08-04-2008 6:13pm

There are lots of good bands playing in limerick every week but it depends what you want,
but id recommend try get a band that you or your guests have not seen loads of times before
what i mean is do some research on the web and get a good band not too local who people wouldnt know,
its your wedding day and try get everything as unique as possible, no point having a band who have played at you and your 5 mates weddings!!

dlambirl · 12-04-2008 6:37pm

moverandshaker wrote: »

Hi

Has anyone heard of a band called Temptations????

I have heard one really good report...........???????????......???

Hey!!

I've been to a couple of weddings where Temptations played and i have to say that they were brilliant. The dance floor was full on both occasions. PLayed a wide range of songs and really got the crowd going.

theratzingers · 15-04-2008 6:40pm

The Ratzingers Wedding & Party Band will be performing at the Wedding Open Evening at:
The Station House Hotel, Kilmessan, Co. Meath
Wednesday 23rd April
6-9pm

The Ratzingers are a Jazz, Swing & Soul Party Band, specialising in Wedding Entertainment. With an extensive repertoire of Jazz, Swing, Disco, Rock & Roll, Soul, Pop and Contemporary songs, The Ratzingers cater for every musical taste. With a high standard, and an energetic and lively performance, your guests are guaranteed to dance all night!
Depending on budget and venue size, The Ratzingers are available in many formats:
• Lounge Duo - Piano & Vocals
• Jazz Trio - Instrumental or Vocal
• 4-Piece Band - Piano, Vocals, Bass, Drums
• 5-Piece Band with Saxophone
• 6-Piece Band with Saxophone & Trumpet
• 7-Piece Band with full brass section of Saxophone, Trumpet and Trombone

SAMPLE SET LIST

Jazz & Swing:
• Moondance (Van Morrison)
• Sway (Dean Martin)
• Can't Help Loving that man (Ella Fitzgerald)
• Fly me to the moon (Frank Sinatra)
• Home (Michael Buble)
• Fever (Peggy Lee)
• Don't Know Why (Norah Jones)
• My Baby Just Cares for Me (Nina Simone)

Soul:
• I Feel Good (James Brown)
• Superstition (Stevie Wonder)
• Lovely Day (Bill Withers)
• Let's Stay Together (Al Green)
• Son of a Preacher Man(Dusty Springfield)
• Shout (Lulu)
• Think (Aretha Franklin)
• Piece of my Heart (Erma Franklin)
• Hit the Road Jack (Ray Charles)

Pop & Contemporary:
• Don't Stop Believing (Journey)
• Umbrella (Rihanna)
• Chasing Pavements (Adele)
• Valerie (As sung by Amy Winehouse)
• Black horse and The Cherry Tree (Kt Tunstall)
• Super duper love (Joss Stone)
• Ain't Got no I got life (Nina Simone)
• Praise You (Fatboy Slim)

Disco, Rock & Roll:
• Can't take my eyes off you (Andy Williams)
• Can't Hurry Love (Supremes)
• I Want You Back (Jackson 5)
• Signed Sealed Delivered (Stevie Wonder)
• Working 9-5 (Dolly Parton)
• Higher and higher (Jackie Wilson)
• Jailhouse Rock (Elvis)
• Simply The Best (Tina Turner)
• Holding out for a hero (Bonnie Tyler)
• Mamma Mia (Abba)
• Waterloo (Abba)
• Suspicious Minds (Elvis)
...and many more songs upon request (with enough notice of course!)

Contact:
www.theratzingers.com
info@theratzingers.com

For more information about the Open Evening, visit www.thestationhousehotel.com

Kenlen · 16-04-2008 8:33am

I've booked Neily O' Connor & Band for my wedding in May in Kerry next year. Saw him play at a wedding in Killarney last week and he had the dance floor full all night. Anyone else got an opinion on this band for a wedding??

ports best · 21-04-2008 9:45am

i have a band called the klassics booked for my wedding there around the midlands, anyone any opinions on these, i do think there quiet good,

moverandshaker · 25-04-2008 2:53pm

dlambirl wrote: »

Hey!!

I've been to a couple of weddings where Temptations played and i have to say that they were brilliant. The dance floor was full on both occasions. PLayed a wide range of songs and really got the crowd going.

Thanks any chance yo know how I would be able to contact them???

Limerick 09 · 25-04-2008 3:35pm

Hi there

,
Just wondering if anyone has contact details/suggestions for a good wedding band in Limerick? Thanks!

scotia · 27-04-2008 5:20pm

If you are looking for a dj or band may i suggest www.bands4u.ie or www.djs4u.ie.
It has a list of bands and djs throughout the country and i'm sure you will be able to find one that suits your big day.
thanks
scotia

CJay · 30-04-2008 11:10pm

Wow, this thread is like manna from heaven. I'm getting marrie din September but the only thing I can't seems to sort out is the band....it's becoming a nightmare!!!

DJ_Spider · 30-04-2008 11:40pm

Well CJay, I know this thread is long and you will find lots of good and bad reports of bands. the best thing is to just look carefully at prices, type of music and how long you want them to play. Congratulations anyway and I'm sure it will all come together.

CJay · 01-05-2008 12:16am

Oh I'm trawling through it with joy joy feelings of happiness!

fruitandnut · 01-05-2008 11:11am

hey, anyone seen/heard a band recently called choke the chicken? think they are based in wexford and play around the south anywhere? i'd like to check them out if i knew where they played!

the bride · 01-05-2008 2:11pm

Hi Guys!

I have a band playing in the Purty Kitchen (Bad Bobs in Temple Bar every Thursday if anyone is looking for a wedding band with a difference, sure come down and check us out, it's a good laugh to!..

www.myspace.com/totallywireddublin or www.weddingbandsdublin.com

Cheers

the bride · 01-05-2008 2:12pm

wb · 16-05-2008 8:21pm

If anyone is looking for a bagpiper for hire, I'll whole heartedly recommend Irish Wedding Bagpipes.

This guy has done a few events for me and other people I know and is very good (and reasonable too!). The layout of his site isn't the best but don't let that put you off.

http://www.irishweddingbagpipes.com/

Mr Flashpants · 20-05-2008 11:39pm

I am looking for a singer/crooner for a very small wedding in Galway on 20 September 08 or a 2-3 piece band that does rat pack style songs or rock & roll/pop mix - any suggestions/advice

girliegirl · 25-06-2008 4:19pm

Mr Flashpants wrote: »

I am looking for a singer/crooner for a very small wedding in Galway on 20 September 08 or a 2-3 piece band that does rat pack style songs or rock & roll/pop mix - any suggestions/advice

Saw an ad for these guys in a wedding mag... havent actually seen them play, but im sure you could go along to something they are playing tto have a look

http://www.theirishratpack.com/

beadot80 · 25-06-2008 7:11pm

Hey Im getting married in May next yr and im having problems getting a band . Im getting married in navan. My friend had agreat bad Jack is Jack they just seemed to have disappeared off the raydar

DJ_Spider · 26-06-2008 12:24am

@beadot80 Have you done a search on other sites than google? try yahoo, ask.com, altavista and scrubtheweb. Alternatively if you know the site address do a whois for it and see if you can get any info that way?

Eoin · 26-06-2008 12:29am

girliegirl wrote: »

Saw an ad for these guys in a wedding mag... havent actually seen them play, but im sure you could go along to something they are playing tto have a look

http://www.theirishratpack.com/

I'm pretty sure friends of ours used them for their wedding - they were pretty good (if it is the same crowd).

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