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The Cartel

It’s no exaggeration to say that The Cartel is recognised as one of the very best wedding and events bands in Scotland. Their reputation for talent, quality and professionalism is matched by a mere handful of bands.

 

Overview

It’s no exaggeration to say that The Cartel is recognised as one of the very best wedding and events bands in Scotland. Their reputation for talent, quality and professionalism is matched by a mere handful of bands.

 

The Cartel is more than just another wedding band. These incredible musicians provide an experience you simply won’t believe and not just while they’re on stage. Want a ceilidh set equal to the best ceilidh bands out there? Check. Want superb solo options for the day time part of your event? Check. Want a chance to speak to the band BEFORE you book to ask those questions only they can answer? Check. Want the peace of mind knowing you’ll be working with total professionals with music as their full time jobs? Check. Need to be certain no one can book a better band for their wedding or event? Check.

In fact so sure are we that you’ll be blown away by this sensational band, that if you’re not absolutely delighted with their performance at your wedding, we’ll give you your money back. Every. Single. Penny. That’s how convinced we are that you can’t do better than book The Cartel. Get an instant quote right now and put us to the test.

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Set list

9 to 5 - Dolly Parton17 Going Under - Sam Fender500 Miles - The ProclaimersA Alright Now - FreeAll The Single Ladies - BeyonceAll The Small Things - Blink 182Amazed - LonestarAmerican Boy - Kanye WestAre You Gonna Be My Girl - JetB Bad Moon Rising - Creedence Clearwater RevivalBasket Case - Green DayBeautiful Day - Daniel BoonBelter - Gerry CinnamonBroken Stones - Paul WellerBrown Eyed Girl - Van MorrisonBurning Love - ElvisC Caledonia - Dougie MacLaan Candy - Paulo NutiniCanter - Gerry CinnamonCan’t Buy Me Love - The BeatlesChasing Cars - Snow PatrolChelsea Dagger - The FratellisChicken Fried - Zack Brown BandConcrete Angel - Christina NovelliCountry Roads - John DenverCrazy Little Thing Called Love - QueenD Dakota - Stereo PhonicsDance Monkey - Tones & IDance The Night Away - The MavericksDancing In The Dark - Bruce SpringsteenDignity - Deacon BlueDisco 2000 - PulpDiscoland - Gerry CinamonDomino - Jessie JDon’t Look Back In Anger - OasisDon’t Stop Believing - JourneyDreaming Of You - The CoralDream Catch Me - Newton FaulknerE Ever Fallen In Love - The BuzzcocksEverywhere - Fleetwood MacF Faith - George MichaelFar Side of The World - TidelinesFeel So Close - Calvin Harris Fisherman Blues - The Water BoysFly Me To The Moon - Frank SinatraFolsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash Foot Loose - Kenny LogginsForever In Blue Jeans - Neil DiamondFree Falling - Tom PettyFriday I’m In Love - The CureG Gallway Girl - Steve EarlGambler - Kenny RogersGet Lucky - Farrell WilliamsGirls Wanna Have Fun - Cindy LauperGood Riddance (Time of Your Life) - Green Day Go Your Own Way - Fleetwood MacGrace - Lewis CapaldiGreatest Day - Take ThatGreen Green Grass - George EzraH Happy - PharrellHard To Handle - Black CrowsHave I Told You Lately - Van Morrison Heaven - Bryan AdamsHey Baby - Bruce ChannelHey Jealousy - The Gin BlossomsHigher & Higher - Jackie WilsonHighway To Hell - AC/DCHills Of Donegal - Goats Don’t ShaveHo Hey - The LumineersHonkey Tonk Woman - Rolling StonesHound Dog - ElvisHow Long Will I Love You - Ellie Goulding Human - The KillersI I Go Crazy - ElyisumI Gotta Feeling - Black Eyed Peas I Predict a Riot - The Kaiser ChiefsIris - Goo Goo DollsI Won’t Give Up - Jason MrazI Will Wait - Mumford & SonsJ Jersey Giant - Tyler ChildersJohnny B Goode - Chuck BerryK Keep On Moving - FiveKing - Years & YearsL La Bamba - Los Lobos Laid - JamesLand Down Under - Men At WorkLast Night - The StrokesLets Stay Together - Al GreenLife With You - The Proclaimers Little Lion Man - Mumford & SonsLittle Respect - Erasure Live Forever - OasisLiving on a Prayer - Bon JoviLoch Lomond - RunrigLocked Out Of Heaven - Bruno MarsLong Train Running - Doobie BrothersLosing My Religion - REMM Maggie May - Rod StewartMaria - BlondieMarry You - Bruno MarsMissing You - John WaiteMr Brightside - The KillersMr Jones - Counting CrowsMust Be The Whisky - Cody JinksMy Girl - The TemptatonsN New Shoes - Paulo NutiniO Overpass Graffiti - Ed SheeranP Paradise - George EzraPencil Full Of LeadPerfect - Ed SheeranPlay That Funky Music - Wild CherryPompei - BastileProud Mary - Tina TurnerPurple Rain - PrinceR Real Gone Kid - Deacon BlueRocking All Over The World - Status QuoRock The Casbah - The Clash Rocks - Primal Scream
S Sex Is On Fire - Kings Of LeonShake It - Metro StationShake It Off - Taylor SwiftShe’s Electric - OasisShook Me Nite Long - AC/DC Shotgun - George EzraShut Up & Dance - Walk The MoonSit Down - JamesSoul Sister - TrainStaceys Mom - Fountains of WayneStuck In The Middle - Steelers WheelSucker - Jonas BrothersSummer of 69 - Bryan AdamsSuperstition Mix - Stevie WonderSweet Caroline - Neil DiamondSweet Home Alabama - Lynard SkynardT Take It Easy - The EaglesTake Me Out - Franz FerdinandTeenage Dirt Bag - WheatusTell Me Ma - ShamrockThe Joker - Steve Miller BandThe Middle - Jimmy Eats WorldThe One - KodaLineThe Weight - The Band Think We’re Alone Now - TiffanyThinking Out Loud - Ed SheeranThis Charming Man - The SmithsThree Little Birds - Bob MarleyTimes Like These - The Foo FightersToca’s Miracle - FragmaTown Called Mallice - The JamTutti Fruiti - Little RichardTwo Princes - Spin DoctorsV Valerie - Amy WinehouseW Wagon Wheel - Old Crow Medicine ShowWake Me Up - AviciiWalkin’ On Sunshine - Katrina and The WavesWalking On The Waves - SkipinishWant you to Want me - Cheap TrickWatermelon Sugar - Harry StylesWaves - Mr ProbzWe Found Love - RhiannaWhat’s Up - 4 Non BlondesWhen You Say Nothing At All - BoyzoneWhisky In The Jar - Thin LizzyWho’s Got A Match - Biffy ClyroWill We Talk - Sam FenderWonderful Tonight - Eric ClaptonWonderwall - OasisY You Got The Love - Florence & The MachineYou Make My Dreams Come True - Hall & OatsYou’re Still The One - Shania TwainYou Shook Me All Night Long - AC/DC

Reviews (9)

The Cartel

Hey Chris had to message as Friday was INSANE!!!!!!! You guys were unreal, the floor was bouncing all night and everyone loved it. Had so many people saying how great you guys were! Thanks again it was just amazing, I couldn’t have imagined anyone else playing for us ❤️ and thanks again for learning those songs!!! Legend xxx

The Cartel

We booked Chris for our day after wedding party and he was absolutely incredible! From beginning to end, he had the whole room singing and dancing with his brilliant energy. Chris is incredibly talented and we felt so lucky to have him as part of our celebrations. He’s an absolute talent and all round lovely guy - we’ll be asking you back! Thanks so much, the O’Connors.

The Cartel

The Cartel.

Well….what can I say about this incredible band.

I’ve had the upmost pleasure of knowing Chris for many years having first met him at one of his famous gigs at Jinty McGintys. There is no better Wednesday night to be had.

Chris is one of the most genuine people I know and his professionalism and enthusiasm as a musician is second to none and it’s an absolute honour to be able to call this man a friend.

The 29th October was the best day of my life, marrying my best friend and being so lucky to have the Cartel absolutely rocking the place and filling the dance floor from start to finish. I cannot thank them enough. Four gentleman that made our day absolutely perfect.

I encourage anyone that’s having a special event to book The Cartel asap and I can guarantee you will not be disappointed.

Thank you so much guys

Love Blair and Alyson

Ps Chris Suckle is the F’n man 😎

The Cartel

We had the most amazing night!
Thank you for helping to make our day so special and for being so accommodating with
our requests. A great selection of songs that got everyone onto the dance floor all night!

The Cartel

My husband and I got married on the 14.10.23 at Oswald House. We first met Chris
January 2022 and instantly felt at ease with him. We met Chris at a wedding fair and
booked him that same evening!
Chris is such a talented musician but also just such a lovely, happy and friendly person to
be around. And that is so, so important on such a special day. We had lots of
communication to Chris prior to our big day, and he was so helpful with song
recommendations and suggestions on the lead up to our
day.
Chris sang myself and my bridesmaids down the aisle, whilst we were singing the register
and back up the aisle and every second was absolutely amazing.
He learned new songs for us close to the wedding, which we really appreciated. I felt
having live music throughout it the day would set the tone for our wedding day and Chris'
acoustic set did absolutely that! S
Although due to me being over polite and chatting to our hundreds of guests, never spent
as much time on the dance floor as would have liked, it was constantly full which tells you
all you need to know about Chris and his band. His rendition of 'Lover' for our first dance
was the best I've ever heard (and I'm a huge Taylor Swift fan)!
Chris and his team are just absolutely amazing and we are so grateful for you all.
Definitely recommend!
Thank you again,
The Flemings x

The Cartel

We booked The Cartel for our wedding and it was the second best decision we made that
day! & They absolutely wowed our guests playing all different kinds of music and requests
without stopping for a breath, and they kept the dance floor full all night! Unforgettable!
Thanks guys! xxx

The Cartel

Griendly, approachable group with great communication. Excellent artists who perform flawlessly. Chris reinvented one of our fav
songs and we prefer that version!
Wished they could've stayed the whole night! The one piece of advice I'd give is book for
the whole night as this band MAKE the party. Neither of us left the dance floor the entire
set!

The Cartel

The Cartel were the icing on the cake at our wedding and our guests still rave about them!
April '22, end of Covid and ready to rock the house, we took to the floor with a special
request for our first dance which Chris and the boys arranged, learned and played for us
without hesitation. The whole playlist kept our guests on the dance floor all night long
with a fantastic mix of tunes including a brilliant guitar solo during Purple Rain! Prior to
our wedding the band kept in touch regarding dates, times, playlist and other suggestions
to ensure the party went smoothly and was one to remember. The Cartel are the perfect
choice and you and your guests will have a fantastic, memorable time.

The Cartel

Everyone still talks about how amazing you guys were at our wedding in 2018
(Paddy's Day) The Pipers Tryst.
I couldn't have been more delighted with the performance and how lovely you all are!!
Tunes were exactly what we asked for and the only complaint was the party couldn't last
all night.
Thanks for making it an absolutely phenomenal day for us. I would
highly recommend you to everyone looking.
Also special thanks to the guys for helping my family "sing" a version of Perfect Day -
which never went to plan at all as they were all pissed, some of them are no longer with
us and the memories from the video are just so precious.

Line-Up

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Performance Times

Booking Add-ons

  • Late Finish (After Midnight)
  • Manned DJ Service
  • Extended Ceilidh Set
  • Additional ceilidh musician
  • Early Arrival
  • Daytime Entertainment Options Available

Provided by the Act

  • PA System
  • Complimentary Unmanned DJ Service (when not performing)
  • FREE Manned DJ Service
  • Stage lighting
  • Public Liability Insurance & PAT Tested Equipment
  • Ceilidh Set

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