Accelerator | Top Wedding & Function Band

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From £1,435

Overview

Accelerator are fast gaining a reputation for providing superb, top quality live entertainment at weddings and other functions UK wide!

We provide a full entertainment service, which includes:

· A great live band

· 2 hours of live band music - rock, indie, pop, soul and more

· A professional sound and lighting system

· Requests performed by the band

· iPod DJ-style music played before and after the band – no need to hire a DJ!

· Song requests

· Public liability insurance

Accelerator are a great option for live band entertainment at small to mid-sized functions, including private parties and wedding receptions – but we have also performed at large open air events to 4000 people.

We call the music we play “dance floor friendly” – which means that you and your guests will recognise the classic and contemporary hits we perform instantly. More than likely, you’ll spend the whole evening on the dance floor and your friends won’t want the evening to end!

Accelerator’s professional musicians are constantly in demand and have recorded and performed with some of the UK’s top recording artistes. And it’s this level of experience and versatility that we’ll bring to your event, resulting in a truly superb nights’ entertainment that your guests will be talking about for years to come.

In additional to performing our hearts out for your special day for up to two hours of live music, we also provide great DJ-style playlist of music, at no extra fee, which means that your whole evenings’ entertainment is taken care of. Excellent! Whatever your event, advance planning is crucial and it’s something we take seriously. We’ll talk to you about your favourite songs, when the best time is for us to arrive and soundcheck, how long you want us to perform, and we’ll work with the schedule you are putting together to ensure everything runs smoothly.

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Set list

2010s

George Ezra Paradise

Arianna Grande Breathin

Justin Timberlake Cant Stop The Feeling

Nas / Billy Ray Cyrus Old Town Road

DNCE Cake By The Ocean

Olly Murs Dance With Me Tonight

Daft Punk Get Lucky

Pharrell Williams Happy

Mumford & Sons I Will Wait

Bruno Mars Locked Out Of Heaven

Maroon 5 Moves Like Jagger

Magic Rude

Taylor Swift Shake It Off

Walk The Moon Shut Up And Dance

Ed Sheeran Sing

Take That These Days

Avicii Wake Me Up

2000s

Fratellis Chelsea Dagger

Stereophonics Dakota

Scouting For Girls Heartbeat

Outkast Hey Ya

Scissor Sisters I Dont Feel Like Dancing

Jason Mraz Im Yours

Killers Mr Brightside

Elbow One Day Like This

Robbie Williams Rock DJ

Kings of Leon Sex on Fire

Franz Ferdinand Take Me Out

Wheatus Teenage Dirtbag

Westlife Uptown Girl

Kings of Leon Use Somebody

The Kooks She Moves In Her Own Way

Amy Winehouse Valerie

Arctic Monkeys Good On The Dancefloor

1990s

Blink 182 All The Small Things

Pulp Common People

Mavericks Dance The Night Away

Pulp Disco 2000

Oasis Dont Look Back In Anger

Foo Fighters Everlong

Lenny Kravitz Fly Away

Cure Friday Im In Love

Foo Fighters Learn To Fly

Commitments Mustang Sally

Blur Song 2

Spin Doctors Two Princes

Oasis Wonderwall

New Radicals You Get What You Give

Coldplay Yellow

Blur Boys and Girls

Green Day Basket Case

1980s

Proclaimers 500 Miles

Erasure A Little Respect

Robert Palmer Addicted To Love

Madness Baggy Trousers

Michael Jackson Billie Jean

Queen Crazy Little Thing Called Love

Beastie Boys Fight For Your Right To Party

Kenny Loggins Footloose

George Harrison Got My Mind Set On You

Joan Jett I Love Rock n Roll

Culture Club Karma Chameleon

Prince Kiss

David Bowie Lets Dance

Bryan Adams Summer of 69

Guns n Roses Sweet Child Of Mine

Soft Cell Tainted Love

Katrina & The Waves Walking On Sunshine

1970s

Free All Right Now

Rolling Stones Brown Sugar

T-Rex Get It On

Rolling Stones Honky Tonk Women

Rolling Stones Jumpin Jack Flash

Chic Le Freak

Doobie Brothers Long Train Running

Cockney Rebel Make Me Smile

Wild Cherry Play That Funky Music

Stevie Wonder Signed Sealed Delivered

Queen Somebody To Love

Stealers Wheel Stuck in the Middle

Stevie Wonder Superstition

Lynyrd Skynrd Sweet Home Alabama

Undertones Teenage Kicks

Bob Marley Three Little Birds

Blondie One Way or Another

1960s

Elvis Presley Blue Suede Shoes

Van Morrison Brown Eyed Girl

Andy Williams Cant Take My Eyes Off You

Beatles Hey Jude

Elvis Presley Hound Dog

James Brown I Feel Good

Beatles I Saw Her Standing There

Monkees Im A Believer

Chuck Berry Johnny B Goode

The Who My Generation

Dion Runaround Sue

Sam & Dave Soul Man

Elvis Presley Suspicious Minds

Beatles Twist and Shout

Kinks You Really Got Me

The Temptations My Girl

Chuck Berry You Never Can Tell

Reviews (10)

Thank you so much for playing at our wedding reception on Friday. Every song sounded amazing, and the first dance was perfect. We really liked your vibe and loved it when your singer got down on the dance floor with our guests.”

Just a quick note to say thank you for a great night. You were just as great as when we saw your play our friends’ wedding six years ago. You went down really well with everyone and it was great to see our parents dancing too.

You guy were amazing! Thank you for staggering your live sets to allow for our latecomers. I’m sure it happens all the time but it was really good to see that you were flexible and were able to change things around.

We have just returned from our honeymoon and need to reply to loads of texts from our friends saying how great the band was. Sorry about my Ryan getting onto the microphone to sing with you. He’s usually the last person I‘d expect to get up and sing but he loved your sound and songs so much!

We just wanted to let you know how professional Accelerator are, from the very first phone call ‘till the last song of the night. You made things so easy and pleasurable for us, and most importantly, the dance floor was packed all night.

Fantastic band. Great vocals, really good musicians. You made it a night to remember for all of our guests. You were all really nice guys and we couldn’t have hoped for a better night.

You were brilliant. Everyone was up on the dance floor and the mix of old and new songs was just what we were looking for. All of our favourite songs were in there including our requests. You made it feel like we had our own personal band.

A massive thank you to Accelerator. We both felt that you totally read the mood of our guests and kept them dancing all night even though it was a hot night in summer. Lots of aching feet and sore throats the morning after which just goes to show how much everyone enjoyed themselves!

We ran over an hour late but the band set up quickly and still started on time. They packed in lots of songs to keep the dance floor full and played a real mix of songs throughout the eras. The vocalist is a real stand out with a powerful voice and lots of personality. He was definitely a favourite with my bridesmaids!

Thanks again for playing our Christmas party. We think you were even better than last year with a good mix of music for everyone. You had the dance floor buzzing and you made the night perfect. Hopefully, we can hire you for next year too!

FAQs

How far in advance should we book?

As soon as you know your date, really. Popular dates (weekends, especially in summer) can book up 12+ months ahead, but we've also pulled off cracking gigs with just a few weeks' notice if we're free. The earlier you lock it in, the more choice you'll have.

How much do you charge?

You can use the instant quote button on this page to get a price straight away — your fee will appear on screen, and you'll also get a follow-up email confirming it. If we're available and you're happy with the price, get back in touch with the Hireaband team to secure the date. It's very much first come, first served, so if we're available, don't hesitate.

What's your payment and cancellation policy?

Hireaband will ask for a reservation fee to secure your date, with the remaining balance due before the event (your booking confirmation will have exact dates and amounts). If you need to cancel or postpone, get in touch as early as possible — the closer to the date, the harder it is for Hireaband to fill the slot, so the cancellation terms reflect that. Full details are in your booking agreement, but the Hireaband team are always happy to talk through the specifics.

What if any timings change after booking you?

No problem at all. We know that timings and details aren't always set in stone at the booking stage, and plans have a habit of evolving as your big day gets closer. We're happy to be flexible around changes to your schedule, and if you decide further down the line that you'd like to add on any extra services, just get in touch with the Hireaband team and they'll sort it out for you.

What should we expect if we've never booked a live band before?

Totally understandable if this all feels a bit new! Booking a band is a big part of your day, so we're here to make it as straightforward as possible. We've performed at countless weddings and events, and the Hireaband team will guide you through every step, from your initial enquiry right through to the big day itself. If you're ever unsure about anything, just ask — that's what we're here for.

Can we see you perform live before booking?

We don't always have public gigs to invite you to (weddings tend to be private!), but we're always happy to jump on a call and talk you through what to expect. A public performance will often be posted on this page too, so it's worth checking back — and if we do have one coming up, we'll gladly send details your way.

How much contact will we have with the band before the wedding?

Hireaband will put you in direct touch with us around 3 months before your date, so you can go through all the finer details together — song choices, timings, any special requests and so on. In the meantime, the Hireaband team are always on hand to answer any questions you have, so you're never left waiting.

How many songs will the band learn especially for me?

We're happy to learn your first dance or a special request. Other songs depend on the time frame given and what the songs are. We're always keen to learn new things, so do let us know and we'll try to accommodate as best we can for you.

Can we choose our own setlist?

Yes, within reason. We have a core set of crowd-pleasers that we know works brilliantly, and we're experts at reading a room and picking the right songs on the night to keep everyone dancing. We're also always happy to tweak the setlist based on your taste — send us a few "must plays" and a few "please avoids" and we'll build the night around them. Just bear in mind that learning brand new songs from scratch (aside from your first dance) depends on notice — see above!

Will you be able to do my first dance?

Given enough notice, yes. It takes a while for us to rehearse a song to the high standards that we set ourselves. If you can give us at least 8 weeks' notice, that should be fine. The song also has to be suitable for a band. If we can't do it justice, then we can put it on an iPod and go seamlessly into our set at the end of it.

How much space does the band need?

This will vary depending on the size of the band and the setup on the night, but we've performed at a huge variety of venues and can comfortably fit into most spaces that have hosted a live band before. If your venue has anything a little unusual about it, we can usually find a way to make it work, so just get in touch if you're not sure and we'll be happy to advise.

What kind of music do you play?

We play "dance floor friendly" rock, indie, pop and soul — a mix of classic and contemporary hits that your guests will instantly recognise and want to dance to all night.

Have you performed with well-known artists?

Our musicians are constantly in demand and have recorded and performed with some of the UK's top recording artists, bringing that same level of experience and versatility to your event.

Can you perform at large-scale events with big crowds?

Yes — as well as private parties and wedding receptions, we've performed at large open-air events to crowds of up to 4,000 people, so we're a great choice if you're planning a bigger celebration or public event.

How long do you take to set up?

We ask for around an hour to set up and check everything is working, but if it needs to be shorter, just let us know and we'll always accommodate as best we can.

How far will you travel?

We regularly perform all over the country, so distance really is no object, but we will require an additional fee for travel and may need bed and breakfast arranged for us. Any price you receive already includes travel costs, so there won't be any surprise extras on top.

Will we need to feed you?

It depends on timings, but generally some hot food would be hugely appreciated. It doesn't have to be anything fancy. Normally a catering company will provide a 'crew meal' as part of their package, or we're happy to have evening food that's already available.

What do you wear?

We tend to be 'smart casual' as in our pictures and video. However, we can be smarter or more casual depending on your event and requirements.

How long do you perform for?

As standard, we provide 2 x 1hr or 3 x 40 minute sets as required on the night, up until midnight. We can play past midnight, but it can incur an additional fee. We are flexible though and will always try to accommodate your requirements. We can also add an additional 1hr set for a small fee!

Do you take breaks, and what happens to the music then?

Yes, we'll take short breaks between sets to grab a drink and catch our breath! During these breaks we'll have background music playing through our own PA system, so there's never a dead moment on the dancefloor. Just let us know if you have a particular playlist or Spotify account you'd like us to use.

Will the band provide a DJ service?

Yes, as standard we provide a playlist DJ service whenever we're not performing — so between sets and after our last set, right up until midnight (or your curfew if earlier). These are tried-and-tested playlists that we've refined over countless events, but you're also welcome to send us your own playlist to play instead. If you'd like a bit more than that, we offer an upgrade to a manned DJ service, where a band member stays on hand throughout to look after the music and take requests on the night.

Can you arrive earlier and finish later?

Our standard on-site time runs from 6pm to midnight, but we're happy to be flexible around your schedule. Whether you need us there earlier for an afternoon slot or performing later into the night, just let us know your requirements and we'll do our best to accommodate — additional fees may apply for extended hours.

Do you offer any optional extras?

Yes! On top of our standard package, we can offer a range of optional extras for an additional fee — things like extra performance sets, a manned DJ service, acoustic sets for your ceremony or drinks reception, and more. Just let us know what you have in mind and we'll see what we can put together for your day.

Do you provide all your own equipment?

Yes, all we need is a clear area in which to set up and a power supply.

Are you insured and PAT tested?

Yes to both. We carry full public liability insurance, and all our equipment is PAT tested annually. Hireaband will send your venue any certification that's required.

Can you work with sound limiters?

Yes. We don't 'love' them, but we absolutely can work within them.

What happens if one of the band is ill on the day of my event?

We have a network of fellow musicians that we can call on to stand in on the rare occasion one of the band is ill. On top of that, Hireaband is the UK's biggest entertainment agency and has access to dozens of wedding bands in your area even at the very last minute. However, we've never missed a gig yet.

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