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Leeds Wedding Songs That Actually Work on the Dancefloor

(From a Wedding Band Who’s Played Them All)

If you’re getting married in Leeds, chances are you don’t want a wedding playlist that feels like it was copied and pasted from a generic Spotify chart.


You want guitars, singalongs, and that very specific northern energy where everyone suddenly believes they can sing in tune after their third pint. Essentially your own condensed mini Leeds fest!


Good news: Leeds weddings go off — if you choose the right songs.

As a live wedding band that regularly plays Leeds and West Yorkshire weddings, we’ve seen firsthand which “Leeds songs” genuinely fill the dancefloor… and which ones people politely nod along to while heading to the bar.


So here it is: the Leeds wedding songs that actually work, tested on real dancefloors, sweaty marquees, and packed city venues.


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The One Leeds Wedding Song Everyone Expects


🎸 Kaiser Chiefs – I Predict a Riot

Let’s not pretend there’s any suspense here.

If you’re getting married in Leeds and I Predict a Riot doesn’t get played at some point, someone will ask for it. Probably loudly.

Why it works:

  • Leeds born ✔

  • Instantly recognisable ✔

  • Shouty chorus ✔

  • Absolute chaos after 9pm ✔

This is peak-time Leeds wedding energy. Best played when the dancefloor is already full — because once it drops, it’s staying that way.


More Leeds Indie Songs That Fill the Dancefloor


Leeds has a strong indie legacy, but not every “cool” Leeds track works at a wedding. These do.


🎶 Kaiser Chiefs – Ruby

Arguably even more of a singalong than Riot for mixed-age crowds.

This one hits especially hard early in the night when guests are warming up and suddenly realise: “Oh… this wedding’s going to be a party.”


🎶 Kaiser Chiefs – Oh My God

Underrated wedding weapon.

Fast, punchy, brilliant live — especially when you want to keep momentum without jumping straight to full chaos.

Yes, Kaiser Chiefs carry a lot of this blog. That’s not bias. That’s Leeds.


Leeds-Approved Indie Wedding Anthems (That Aren’t Technically Leeds)


These bands might not all be Leeds-born, but Leeds crowds claim them as their own — and we don’t argue with results.



🕺 Arctic Monkeys – I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor

If your wedding band doesn’t play this at a Leeds wedding… what are they doing?

  • The title alone sells it

  • Always fills the floor

  • Still hits just as hard as it did in the mid-2000s


🕺 Arctic Monkeys – Mardy Bum

Perfect for:

  • Arms-around-shoulders moments

  • Slight breather without killing the vibe

  • That nostalgic northern indie feeling


🕺 Arctic Monkeys – When the Sun Goes Down

Later in the night, when people are ready to shout rather than dance neatly.



Cool Leeds Indie (Used Carefully)


🎸 The Cribs – Men’s Needs

Leeds indie royalty — but this is one for the right crowd.

It works best:

  • In indie-leaning weddings

  • As part of a medley

  • When energy is already high

Great spice. Not the main course.


Northern Wedding Anthems Leeds Crowds Lose Their Minds To


These might not be Leeds-born, but at Leeds weddings they’re basically compulsory.

  • The Courteeners – Not Nineteen Forever (Leeds crowds sing this like it’s a local hymn)

  • The Killers – Mr Brightside At this point, this belongs to everyone north of Watford.

  • Franz Ferdinand – Take Me Out

  • Blur – Song 2

  • The Strokes - Last Nite

  • Oasis – She's Electric

  • Oasis – Don’t Look Back in Anger (end-of-night magic)


Softer Indie & First Dance-Friendly Leeds Wedding Songs


If you want a nod to indie without going full mosh pit:

  • Elbow – One Day Like This A Leeds wedding classic for a reason.

  • Arctic Monkeys – Baby I'm Yours (acoustic vibes work beautifully)

  • Coldplay – Yellow Emotional, but still crowd-approved later on.



A Quick Word of Advice (From a Leeds Wedding Band)


Leeds wedding crowds:

  • Love guitars

  • Love lyrics they can shout

  • Don’t need obscure deep cuts to be impressed

The goal isn’t to prove how cool your music taste is. It’s to create moments where everyone feels part of it — from uni mates to parents to that one uncle who suddenly thinks he’s 22 again.

That’s how you keep the dancefloor full all night.


Planning a Leeds Wedding?


If you’re looking for a Leeds wedding band who knows exactly how to balance indie nostalgia, modern anthems, and proper party energy, you can find out more about us here:

We’ll bring the songs, the harmonies, and the hands-in-the-air moments. You bring the crowd.


Check availability for your date here: Get In Touch | SouthWestBand | Yorkshire Wedding Band



 
 
 

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