So you’re getting married……but you still secretly (or loudly) identify as the Elder Emo™  who survived 2006, Myspace mirror selfies, checkerboard Vans, and the great eyeliner shortage of 2008. First of all: congratulations on finding someone who loves you AND your music taste. Second: welcome — you’re in the right place. Because here’s the truth no one tells you: 👉 Not all emo hits work on a wedding dancefloor. 👉 Some will have your guests screaming along. 👉 Some will have

The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Booking a Wedding Band (Costs, Styles, Red Flags + Insider Tips) Everything you need to know — from budgets, styles, setlists, logistics & insider tips from a professional UK wedding band. Planning your 2026 wedding? Choosing the right wedding band  can make or break your evening party. As one of the most experienced wedding bands in Yorkshire , we’ve put together the ultimate guide to help you compare bands, avoid common booking mistakes, understan

Planning your wedding music can feel like a lot. There’s the ceremony, the drinks reception, the wedding breakfast, the evening party… and somehow you’ve got to make it all flow. Good news: we’ve played over 1,000 weddings across Yorkshire and the UK , and we know exactly what works — and what doesn’t. Here’s a simple, one-page wedding music timeline  you can use to plan the soundtrack to your entire day. It’s downloadable, screenshot-able, and genuinely one of the most usefu

Choosing the perfect first dance song sets the tone for your wedding reception and creates a moment you’ll remember for years to come. As a UK wedding band performing more than a hundred weddings every year, we get a front-row seat to the trends couples are loving — and for 2025, the mix is fun, heartfelt, and sometimes surprising. Here are the top five most-requested first dance songs for 2025 , ranked from five to one. Image by Kirsty Mattsson 5. First Date – Blink-182 A po

It happens every year — December sneaks up, the office calendar fills fast, and suddenly someone says, “Wait… have we sorted the Christmas party yet?” The good news? You can still plan an incredible event — even at the eleventh hour. With the right entertainment and a professional team, your company celebration can look (and sound) like it’s been in the works for months. Here are some last-minute Christmas party entertainment ideas that still make a big impact — and how South

When it comes to organizing a corporate Christmas party, there’s one thing that can make or break the night — the entertainment. A great corporate Christmas party band does far more than just play music; they set the mood, keep guests engaged, and make sure everyone leaves on a high. Whether it’s an end-of-year celebration, an awards ceremony, or a festive networking event, the right band will turn your function into an unforgettable experience. At South West Band, we’ve perf

A playlist of Christmas crackers by South West Band, your friendly neighborhood Christmas party band The festive season is just around the corner, and if you're planning a company Christmas party, you’ll want the music to hit the right note. Not the polite background-jingle, but the moment the dancefloor opens and everyone moves kind. At SouthWestBand, we know exactly how to set the scene — whether as a live band, a DJ set, or a winning combo of both. Here are our top 10 fest

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