Hireaband Testimonials

We have always received exceptional service from Hireaband and never too much trouble to work closely with us for specific events in the hope of securing appropiate performances to suit the nature of event.  Elaine Bernard, South Lanarkshire Council, June 2008.

From start to finish both Hireaband and Jenni Gibb Band were professional and friendly.  Would absolutely recommend Hireaband especially to use Jenni Gibb Band.  Karen Grant, Wedding, Norton House Hotel, June 2008.

Hireaband were exceptionally helpful and gave very good advice.  DeVille and Select Strings were fantastic and put the finishing touches to a great day.  Jennifer Harris (Mother of Groom), Wedding, Culcreuch Castle, June 2008.

Both Hireaband and DeVille were a delight to work with.  In my final stages of wedding meltdown these guys made everything that little bit easier when regarding the entertainment.  Though David and I had a more unconventional beginning and end to our wedding, DeVille seemed more than happy to go along with our 'ideas' and hopefully found them funny and maybe slightly original!  From allowing a CD to play the first and second song (DeVille are amazing but aybe switching from Michael Buble to Take That within seconds was asking a bit much!) to singing the Hokey Cokey as our last song (with a hidden 'Shamone'!) these guys were professional, friendly, fun and tremendously entertaining.  I wouldn't think twice about recommending them to friends, family and anyone else who would listen!  Thanks again boys, you'll be seeing us again at the next excuse for a party!  Sarah McLaughlin & David Gallagher, Wedding, Airth Castle, May 2008.

Dealing with Hireaband was very easy and communication with the company was extremely easy, from dealing with the initial booking and band choice to receiving confirmation and receipts.  The Jenni Gibb Band were truly fantastic - I would have danced all night if they'd let me!  They played an excellent mix of music and many of the guests commented on how great they sounded.  We had spent a long time going to many band nights trying to pick the right band for our wedding.  The last thing we wanted was a cheesy school disco - I am pleased to say that the Jenni Gibb Band were definitely not that!  A truly talented band, we had a great time, thanks.  Debbie & Jeremy Browne, Wedding, Piersland House Hotel, May 2008.

I have been very impressed with the service received from Hireaband and would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone.  When the band originally booked were unable to play at very short notice, a replacement band was found and the issue handled very professionally.  Many thanks for giving us peace of mind and helping to make our event a success.  Diane Peebles, BFC Linlithgow, May 2008.

I found Hireaband extremely efficient and they also provided advice on the type of entertainment and different options that would be suitable for my wedding.  The DJ was very good, played a good mixture of music to suit all tastes and everyone had a great time.  Julie Boyle, Wedding, Glenskirlie House, April 2008.

I would like to thank you for all your assistance.  The whole process from booking to performance was seamless and totally stress free.  You made my job as father of the bride and organiser very easy.  Once again, many many thanks.  John Hopkins, Wedding of Victoria Hopkins & Neil Grocut, Auchen Castle Hotel, April 2008.

Thank you very much for arranging the band for my 50th birthday party.  Switch were excellent and the dance floor was full all night.  Nothing was too much trouble for Jimmy and Paul and they were just exactly what I was looking for.  I would certainly recommend Hireaband and would use you again.  Anne Mitchell, Barr Castle Social Club, April 2008.

Hireaband made the whole process of organising wedding entertainment effortless and the wedding showcase is a great idea.  Everyone was a great help and answered questions promptly.  Gillian Stevenson, Wedding, Glenskirlie Castle, March 2008.

Dear Del, just a huge thank you to you and your team as our dinner was a huge success on Friday evening.  Your assistance given to us in enabling us to secure The MacDonald Brothers was great.  I am so grateful to you.  Both Craig and Brian together with Graham were brilliant.  The boys are a credit to the music industry and they were received very well indeed by the ladies!  Please pass on our sincere thanks and also to you and your own staff at hireaband.co.uk for the assistance.  I can assure you that I shall be contacting you in the future to assist with next year's dinner and also other fundraising events which I organise for the football club.  I shall also be recommending Hireaband to other people.  Thanking you again, with kind regards.  Linda Craik, Forfar Athletic Ladies Football Club, Fundraising Dinner, March 2008.

Marie Curie Cancer Care guests were delighted with the performance which was enjoyed by all.  The band (Brass Impact) & DJ (Paul Binnie) were very flexible, accommodating and pleasant to work with.  Our sincere thanks for them all and to Hireaband for their professional service.  Karen Milne, Marie Curie Cancer Care Daffodil Ball, Hilton Glasgow, March 2008.

Hi Del, just wanted to drop you a quick email to say thank you very much for recommending both Jane Godley and the lovely George Michael for the Women Of Influence Lunch event yesterday.  Both of them went down a storm with the audience and I thought they were fab!  Speak to you soon and once again thanks for your help.  Kylie Forrest, KL Events, March 2008.

Hireaband were fantastic from start to finish.  Even if my original point of contact was not available, everyone I spoke to knew (or sounded like they knew!) all details of my booking.  My questions were answered promptly and efficiently and at all times I was made to feel like I was important to them and not "just another booking".  As for Moondance, they were one of the main reasons I believe our wedding was better than anyone else's I have ever been to!!  I would be more than happy to give personal recommendations about them as, having worked for ten years in the hospitality industry, I have never been more impressed with a bands approach to a wedding/event.  Andrea Patterson & James Thacker, Wedding, Wedderburn Castle, January 2008.

Thank you so much for providing The MacDonald Brothers for our Burns Supper on Saturday, they were brilliant.  All our guests were up and dancing and appeared to thoroughly enjoy themselves.  We have had great comments back from many of our guests and all in all the boys were a great success.  Many thanks for arranging all the details for us.  Sarah Fitzer, Fundraising & Events Manager, The Confectioners Benevolent Fund, January 2008.

Very helpful from start to finish - really listened to what our requirements were and provided exactly the entertainment we wanted.  A very professional company, I would have no hesitation in using again and recommending to others.  Audrey Lees, January 2008.

We'd just like to say thank you to Hireaband for all your help organising our evening entertainment for our wedding and would be grateful if you could pass on our thanks to Studio who did an absolutely fantastic job at keeping the dance floor full of people.  We has a great night, so thanks again.  Charlotte & Steve, Wedding, Atholl Palace, January 2008.

Very responsive and professional service, staff very friendly.  Tracy Stronach, Wedding, Caledonian Hilton Hotel, November 2007.

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Hireaband for your most efficient handling of the booking and for the assistance you gave us from the outset.  Real Easy were fabulous.  We had so many comments from guests saying how good they were and asking where we found them, so we have recommended you to many others!  We were really delighted with the band's performance - they certainly made the reception one to remember.  Kind regards, and thanks again.  Rachel Wright, Wedding, Mar Hall, November 2007.

The band Nightshift were really excellent and had the dancefloor full all night so delighted that we found them through Hireaband.  Hireaband were so efficient and professional - could not fault them in anyway.  Bronagh Gavigan, Wedding, Melville Castle, October 2007.

We would highly recommend Hireaband.  We found the service excellent and the band we hired (Stewart Reid Band) were just perfect.  All our guests commented on how amazing the band was.  The dance floor was packed all night and the band were so accommodating, even when our DJ was delayed.....they played an extra half hour to cover the gap.  We were so impressed with them.  They really made our night!  Lorna Gold, Wedding, Glenbervie House, October 2007.

Couldn't fault anything - very impressed with the whole arrangement.  Lots of help before the event in deciding which act to choose.  Thank you.  Alison Wiseman, Caring For Kids, October 2007.

Hiring a band online was a bit daunting, but what can I say, Head To Head were excellent.  Our guests gave us very positive feedback and even the hotel management enquired where we had found such a great band.  Thanks for helping us to make our special day fantastic.  Ian & Lesley Finlay, Wedding, Victoria Hotel, October 2007.

Staff always helpful and plenty of correspondence in the run-up to the wedding.  Band were excellent and we were thoroughly pleased with the overall service form hireaband.  Amy Marcham, Wedding, Howies Restaurant, September 2007.

The whole experience of using Hireaband and The Red Hot Poker Band has helped tremendously to making our wedding day a truly remarkable event.  The communication with Hireaband was clear and concise with any queries answered very promptly, great service.  Shelley & Simon Arnold, Wedding, Dumbuck House Hotel, September 2007.

The service I received from hireaband was fantastic! Patience is a virtue which all in the office have in spades!!! Jacqui Ward - Abode, Glasgow September 2007.

Hireaband kept us well informed and allowed access to the band. DeVille were superb with most guests commenting on them. The barman said they were the best wedding band they'd had at the venue. Matthew Edgar. September 2007.

The hireaband team gave us an excellent level of service. Freeway were absolutely amazing and I would recommend them to anyone. All in all 5 stars all round. Gillian Mc Meechan. September 2007.

We were not expecting this group of clients to dance at all but on the first number the dance floor was filled!! Fantastic. Thanks again. Hello Scotland. September 2007. The band were Groove Station.

The festival was a resounding success beating our previous best ever attendance with over 26,000 visitors.  This success was due, in no small part, to your contirbution, which was appreciated by all who attended. Angela Doran, Events Officer, Dundee Flower & Food Festival, September 2007.

Initially I tried to find a band on my own and wasted hours in vain.  Hireaband just made it so easy.  Next time I get married, I'll be sure to use you!  I would definitely recommend you to anyone organising a function.  Jane Lockhart, Wedding, Oran Mor, September 2007.

I can honestly say that finding Hireaband and booking Nightshift & The Big Nite Out Horns was the single best thing we did for our wedding.  They are a credit to you and made a memorable day completely unforgetable!  Emily Taylor & Andrew Tragham, Wedding, The lands of Loyal Hotel, June 2007.

Hireaband made it really easy to pick a band for our day.  We had no problems and were happy with the level of service received.  Thank you for providing a great service.  It took a great deal of pressure away from us on our day.  We have recommended Hireaband to our friends that have forthcoming weddings.  It's great to be able to find such a huge selection in one place.  Wedding, Marine Hotel, June 2007.

It was very convenient to phone during normal working hours without fear of disturbing individuals at night at home, as would be the case if not using an agency.  Wendy & Alistair Buckingham, Wedding, Cartland Bridge Hotel, March 2007.

On behalf of Marie Curie Cancer Care can we say how much we have enjoyed and appreciated all the help, advice and support that we have received in putting the fantastic Entertainment package together for this years Great Daffodil Ball 2007.  Please pass on special thanks to all the Artistes, especially to the DJ who came in at such short notice - they are all STARS and they certainly added that extra special sparkle to the evening which was fantastic.  Brenda Johnstone, Marie Curie Cancer Care, 10 March 2007.

Thank you to both Del & Lisa for providing fantastic entertainment for our guests in the shape of King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys and Kevin Thorne.  As ever they all got the dance floor shaking!  Your support has hepled us to mark our 20th birthday and one of our most successful balls ever.  Thank you once again and I hope to work with you again next year!  Abigail Stein, Childline Scotland Mardi Gras Ball, 3 November 2006.

I would just like to say a big thank you for all of your help in the organising of our event.  Lyn Cains, Sick Kids Charity Ball, November 2006.

Office kept me fully updated regarding my booking.  I would have no hesitation referring any friends & family via Hireaband in the future.  Paul & Amanda McGarricle, Wedding, 14 October 2006.

We just want to say thank you for all your help with the band for our wedding.  The band were fantastic and everyone really enjoyed themselves.  Billy Sangster, Wedding, Apex International, September 2006.

Whenever we wrote or called, we always got a friendly, prompt response.  Wedding, Mable House Hotel, September 2006.

Very impressed.  It was good to know I had a reliable, professional service dealing with this for me.  Angela Derby, Wedding, St Mungo's Museum, September 2006.

Hireaband offer a comprehensive and friendly service.  Wedding, The Golf Hotel, September 2006.

The level of service we received from Lisa Rowley was outstanding.  There were times when Lisa'a patience must have been pushed to the limit because I sent her so many emails, however she remained polite and professional at all times.  Thank you so much, we will certainly recommend Hireaband to others.  Roison & David, Wedding, Winter Gardens, 30 September 2006.

I would certainly come back to you and recommend you to friends.  Wedding, Marquee, September 2006.

Very informative, polite, friendly staff,  Thank you!  Sue & Guy Ryan, Wedding, Borthwick Castle, September 2006.

Lisa has always been very efficient and responded asap to my emails and telephone calls.  Kat Feeley, September 2006.

Thank you to Hireaband for making the hire and service so easy and stress free on our special day.  Gillian & Robert Park, Wedding, Bothwell Bridge Hotel, August 2006.

The service was excellent at all times.  Wedding client, August 2006.

Having never hired a band before, hireaband made the process very easy.  I will certainly consider using Hireaband for any future events I organise.  Kirkliston Bowling Club, August 2006.

Lisa & the team were excellent!  A wedding is a nerve racking experience and I was always confident that due to Hireaband's organisational skills, all would be as planned.  We would be happy to give both Hireaband and Camus the highest possible recommendation.  Melaine Caldow, Creggan Bahn Court, May 2006

The hireaband team offered an excellent service.  They returned calls very quickly, were very polite and friendly and made us very relaxed and confident at a very stressful time.  Hireaband tailored our needs to the letter.  Efficient, hassle free and well priced.  Thank you.  Stewart & Fiona Rivans, Glenskirlie House Hotel, April 2006

Dear Del & Lisa, on behalf of Marie Curie Cancer Care, I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank both of you for your help and support on the run up to, and on the night of our Great Daffodil Ball which we held in the Hilton Glasgow on 11 March this year.  We really appreciated your time and effort taken, which ensured a smooth running event - with brilliant entertainment - we have had lots of positive feedback which is great - but just means we need to think of something special for next year.  Brenda Johnstone, Daffodil Ball Coordinator, March 2006.

"I just wanted to say thanks for arranging Hailidgh and Marianne (Love Abba) for our event last night.  We had a great time (I certainly did while I was dancing at the back!).  We received some very complimentary comments about them and I think they were ideal for the event.  I'm sorry I missed you when you left, but I hope you had a safe journey back to the west, and it was good to see you again.  I'll no doubt be back in touch for next years ceremony, but thanks again and hope the business keeps coming!"  Scottish Executive, March 2006.

Hireaband were always helpful and freindly.  As I live in England, and was getting Married in Scotland, the agency were essential in organising a band.  We chose Moondance, who were super!  Claire & Alan  currie, The Grange Manor, March 2006

Thanks for all your efforts Del, You and your artistes were a pleasure to deal with and proved excellent value for money!  Trevor Watson, Hampden Park, January 2006 (The Right Thing)

The service I received from the Hireaband team was prompt, professional and very efficient in that a band was sorted upon very short notice!  Thanks.  Fadlo Shaban, Sheraton Grand Hotel, (The Reel Thing)

Very good service all round.  We would be more than happy to use your entertainers again. Warburtons Ltd, February 2006

Great stuff, as usual!  Rangers FC.  February 2006.

Our enquiry was dealt with very efficiently, all of our phone calls and emails were responded to promptly.  Lisa struck just the right combination of friendliness and efficiency and I had every confidence in Hireaband form the start - you didn't let us down!  Thank you so much.  Wedding - Eclipse, Dryburgh Abbey, February 2006.

Our questions were answered promptly and our requirements were understood.  Happily use Corra again, we were very impressed!  Ben Sherman Ltd, Mar Hall, January 2006.

Hireaband have been the easiest part of organising our event.  I will have no hesitation in recommending you to friends and colleagues.  Hampden Park, January 2006.

Hireaband offered a great service, prompt and efficient!  Also, Ocean Drive's performance was enjoyed by everyone!  Hogmanay Celebrations, Mar Hall, December 2005

You guys really deserve your success.  I have nothing but praise for the way you deal with things and the quality of your acts etc.  I also had a panic just before the wedding when our drummer let us down and you were able to put my mind at rest that hireaband would be able to get me a band.  Thanks again, and I really wish you continued success, you deserve it!  Lorraine MacDonald, Wedding 30 December 2005.

We wanted to thank you for an excellent standard of service we received from hireaband.  Every contact made has been professional yet friendly.  Will you please pass on our thanks to the Red Hot Poker band - they were absolutely brilliant!  We will be recommending your company and the band in the future.  Leanne and Paul Murray, Wedding 28 December 2005

We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Eclipse and hireaband to anyone!  The band really made our night!  Wedding - Enterkine Country House, December 2005.

Hireaband makes choosing a band for your wedding easy and enjoyable.  I would definately recommend your company to friends!  Wedding Lorraine & Derek McKay, Hilton Strathclyde, November 2005.

We are using your entertainment agency again for our staff party night in January as we are so pleased with the service.  Thanks  Miss MacNab, Queens Hotel, October 2005

We have been orgainising an ''end of summer'' event for several years, and i have had more positive feedback for this year than any other event.  The patients enjoyed the event immensley.  Please pass on our thanks to the artistes who 'struck the right note' in what i am sure, was an alien environment to them.  I will have no hesitation in using your company again, and I have no qualms in recommending you to anyone else.  Thank you again.  The Pars Comittee, State Hospital, Carstairs,  August 2005

The service from Hireaband was excellent.  My original band had cancelled six months before my wedding and within two days of contacting Hireaband, I had a new and better band, Head to Head.  Karen McDermott, Moodiesburn House Hotel, August 2005.

Hireaband staff gave us a very high standard of overall service, thank you.  Hamilton Golf Club, August 2005

Thanks for helping to make our big day perfect!  Wedding, Seamill Hydro July 2005.

"Everything was fantastic, your service was excellent and so easy to organise - perfect! I will definately be recommending your company to my friends and will be sure to keep you in mind when arranging functions for work. Thank you for making my day that little bit more perfect."   Lucy Harkins - wedding 14th May 2005 - Gleddoch House.

"Dear Lisa, thank you very much for helping us to organise a band for our wedding in December. Thistle Dubh were absolutely brilliant, they called all the dances really well and everyone had a fantastic time at the ceilidh. We would have no hesitation in hiring them again for a function. We would recommend the services of both Hireaband and Thistle Dubh."   Jamie & Anne McCubbin.

"I very much appreciate the courtesy and service we received from Lisa. She spared no effort over a lengthy period to find us a suitable band. Many Thanks! Mr. W. McNulty - anniversary event - Hilton Strathclyde March 2005

Amazing service! Called up Del tearing my hair out as our band cancelled at the last minute. Within one hour I had a great live band and no stress - thank you. Great service, great band and a great company! Will definitely recommend to other companies! C. Wilson - Sales Manager - Waxy O'Connor's

Many thanks for your very efficient service – you have been by far the most proactive and helpful of all the companies I have approached.  Regards Louise.

A thoroughly enjoyable evening was had by even the "hardest to please" workers!  - Staff Event for Diageo 2004 with Stuart Duff as Elvis and Marianne as Kylie.

"I just wanted to say a big thank you for your assistance with the launch event on Saturday - the band and fire breather were both brilliant and kept the audience entertained. The event went smoothly, all the guests had smiles on their faces and the funders were also happy. Once again, thanks for your services and I look forward to working with you in the future.  Kind regards Steve Sarasini, Education Officer, Dynamic Earth,"

Just wanted to touch base with you regarding our event requirements for 2004. Over the past couple of years hireaband.co.uk have contributed greatly to the success of many of our events, the Sunday Mail Great Scot Awards in particular. It goes without saying that we hope to continue this partnership through 2004 and beyond.  I'll be in touch once the dates and venues of our forthcoming events have been confirmed - this should only be a few weeks at most.  Thanks again for all of your help last year.  Kind regards, Lynn Scott (Events Manager First Press Events)

"I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you and your staff for being absolutely fantastic throughout, with all your assistance and knowledge we knew we could just relax and enjoy the day. I believe the cream of Scotland's entertainment agencies have looked after us!" Jamie & Katy - Dundas Castle. September '04

Thanks to hireaband for your efficient and reliable service. It was certainly one less thing for us to worry about knowing you were doing the organising! Best Wishes. Andy & Stephanie Lumsden (Band : Northern Star.)

Lisa - thank you for all your help. A really professional attitiude! Regards to all at hireaband. George, Anne and Natalie McGuire. 

Dear Del - I wanted to write and say thank you for your support of the Daily Record Our Heroes Awards 2005. The event was a great succes and your backing is greatly appreciated by all at First Press and The Daily Record. I hope that you will continue to support us in this and other events in the future. Once again, thank you for your contribution to the success of the day. Warmest Regards. - Adrian Filby, Events Director. First Press Events. Entertainers were The London Community Gospel Choir.

I just wanted to say thanks on behalf of the class for all your help in organising a band for our Graduation Ball last week.  Del Cotton followed by DJ Kevin Thorne were both amazing and everyone had a really great time.  I will definitely be recommending your services to others in the future and please pass on my appreciation to the band members.  Laura Gillespie,  Moat House Hotel, June 2005

Thank you for all your help! We were confident that our entertainment would be as we requested.  We will be recommending Hire a Band in the future!!  Iain and Brooke Wallace, Dalhousie Castle, June 2005

Del, we were very pleased with the organisation you provided and especially the band who were very well received.  Our next launch is scheduled for April of next year and if the organisation is the same we will hopefully be in touch again.  BAE Systems, April 2004.  Hilton Hotel.

Hireaband were great as they were very quick at finding us a piper when we gave them such short notice Thank you. Wedding, Avonbridge Hotel, July 2006

Would definitely recoommend Hireaband (thank goodness we have no more daughters to be married, though!). Wedding, Piersland House Hotel, July 2006

The Showcase was very helpful for us when we were organising things from a distance and the lady who helped us there was brilliant. Thanks! Wedding, Popinjay Hotel, March 2006

Hireaband gave us excellent service and could not have been more helpful. If I had another daughter getting married I would phone Hireaband first. Wedding, Brig O'Doon, July 2006

Hireaband offer a tremendous service and would be happy to recommend the company to anyone. Wedding, Glenskirlie, July 2006

From the moment we booked with Hireaband, the service you provided was outstanding and your professionalism and efficiency immediately put us at ease. Wedding, House For An Art Lover, July 2006

Ataea were excellent and hiring this band was made stress fee by Hireaband. We would certainly recommend you to others. 40th Birthday Party, July 2006

Just grateful for help and support given from Hireaband. Marie Curie Charity Ball, March 2006

Any questions we had were dealt with efficiently and professionally. Wouldn't hesitate to use you again or to pass on your details. Wedding, August 2006

The Hireaband sevice was very effective from start to finish. The organisation and admnistration were both very efficient.  The band recommendation totally suited our needs.  The Stewart Reid Band really helped make our wedding reception an unforgettable night. Thanks. Wedding, June 2006