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The Links

From £2,980

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

From £2,980

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Overview

The Links are a premier league Manchester-based wedding, private function and corporate band of the very highest standards. If you're looking for sheer class and unrivalled experience on your date then you really need look no further than this amazing band!

This is a supergroup of some of the finest musicians in the North West of England and across the UK right now. Experienced in performing at hundreds of weddings and corporate events, you can be assured of the utmost professionalism for a band of this standard and quality. 

There's well over ten years experience here performing at countless weddings, private functions and high-profile corporate events.

The Links have a set list to die for! Every single song is a 100% guaranteed floor-filler; tried and tested classics to leave you're entire guest list thrilled. As you'd expect with a band of such quality, they come complete with only the very best sound and lighting equipment.

In addition to your stunning live sets, you can also opt for a professional DJ service to complete the evening's entertainment.  Please note there is an additional charge to add the DJ set which will not be included in the instant quote.

The Links are most commonly available as a 5-piece band of vocals, guitar, bass, drums and sax, although they do offer flexible formats to suit your needs and budget. If necessary, they can be booked as a 4-piece without saxophone, whilst for those wanting a more impactful sound it's possible to add a horn section to create an 8-piece powerhouse of a band! There's even the option of a more sedate acoustic duo of vocals and guitar, if the mood suits.

Get an instant quote and availability check by filling in the enquiry form, or why not add The Links to your shortlist of favourites?

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Set list

All These Thinsg That I Have Done : The Killers -
Aviici : Wake Me Up -
Blurred Lines : Robin Thicke -
Chasing Cars : Snow Patrol -
Closer : Neyo -
Forget You : Cee-Lo Green -
Get Lucky : Daft Punk -
Happy : Pharell Williams -
Hey Ho : The Lumineers -
Locked Out of Heaven : Bruno Mars -
Love Me Again : John Newman & Rudimental -
Mr Brightside : The Killers -
On a Day Like This : Elbow -
Can't Stop : Red Hot Chilli Peppers -
Everything : Michael Buble -
Dancing In The Moonlight : Top Loader -
Dakota : Stereophonics -
Naive : The Kooks -
No Diggity : Blackstreet -
Rehab : Amy Winehouse -
Sex on Fire : Kings of Leon -
Somebody Told Me : The Killers -
This Love : Maroon 5 -
Take Your Mama Out : Scissor Sistors -
Valerie : The Zutons/ Amy Winehouse -
Use Somebody : Kings of Leon -
Angel of Harlem : U2 -
Champagne Supernova : Oasis -
Crazy Little Thing Called Love : Queen -
Day We Caught the Train : Ocean Colour Scene -
Don't Look Back In Anger : Oasis -
Hard To Handle : Counting Crows -
Just Looking : Stereophonics -
Place Your Hands : Reef -
Smells Like Teen Spirit : Nirvana -
Space Cowboy : Jamiroquai -
Song 2 - Blur -
The Way You Make Me Feel : Michael Jackson -
Two Princes : Spin Doctors -
Wonderwall : Oasis -
You and Me Song : The Wannadies -
You Got The Love : Candi Staton feat The Source -
A Little Respect : Erasure -
All Night Long : Lionel Richie -
Basket Case : Green Day -
DonÕt Stop Believing : Journey -
Englishman in New York : The Police -
Every Little Thing She Does is Magic : The Police -
Faith : George Michael -
Footloose : Footloose Soundtrack -
I Love Rock n Roll : Joan Jett -
Kiss : Prince -
Living on a Prayer : Bon Jovi -
Never Too Much : Luther Vandross -
Summer of 69 : Bryan Adams -
Town Called Malice : The Jam -
All Right Now : Free -
American Girl : Tom Petty -
Dreadlock Holiday : 10CC -
Living For The City : Stevie Wonder -
Long Train Running : Doobie Brothers -
Message in a Bottle : The Police -
Play That Funky Music : Wild Cherry -
Signed Sealed Delivered : Stevie Wonder -
Stuck In The Middle With You : Stealers Wheel -
Sunshine of Your Love : Cream -
Superstition : Stevie Wonder -
Sweet Home Alabama : Lynyrd Skynyrd -
Brown Eyed Girl : Van Morrison -
Can't take my eyes off you : Andy Williams -
Come Together : The Beatles -
Get Back : The Beatles -
Higher & Higher : Jackie Wilson -
Honky Tonk Woman : Rolling Stones -
I Feel Fine : The Beatles -
I Want You Back : Jackson 5 -
Mustang Sally : Wilson Pickett -
Tracks of my Tears : Smokey Robinson -
Try A Little Tenderness : Wilson Pickett -
Suspicious Minds : Elvis Presley -
You Really Got Me : The Kinks -
Great Balls Of Fire : Gerry Lee Lewis -
Johnny Be Goode : Chuck Berry -
You Never Can Tell : Chuck Berry -
Ain't No Sunshine : Bill Withers -
Angels : Robbie Williams -
Crazy Love : Van Morrison -
Creep : Radiohead -
Easy : Lionel Richie -
Everything : Michael Buble -
Free Fallin' : Tom Petty -
Handbags And Gladrags : The Faces -
Have I Told You Lately : Van Morrison -
Hey Jude : The Beatles -
I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues : Elton John -
Imagine : John Lennon -
It Must Be Love : Madness -
Let it Be : The Beatles -
Lets Get It On : Marvyn Gaye -
Moondance ; Van Morrison -
My Girl : The Temptations -
On a Day Like This - Elbow -
One : U2 -
Purple Rain : Prince -
Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay : Otis Redding -
Stand by Me : Ben E King -
Wherever You Will Go : The Calling -
Wonderful Tonight : Eric Clapton -
Yesterday : The Beatles -
You Do Something To Me : Paul Weller -
You've Lost That Loving Feeling : Righteous Brothers -
Your Song : Elton John -

Reviews (4)

The band were absolutely amazing and we loved every minute of it. They made our wedding day extra special!

Thomas Ashcroft and Annalise Gialluca - The White Hart, Wedding
27th December 2017

Thank you so so much for you and the band performing at our wedding yesterday. We had to message you to say a big thank you, everyone was talking about the music the next day, the band really got the party started and then the night just kept at fever pitch when you took over on the decks. Thank you for making our big day really special.

Clare and Rick, Wedding
21st November 2015

Just a quick note to say thank you for last night. Thanks for arranging the girls running order and looking after Joy. The band were brilliant and you really got the party going, everyone has commented today on how good the music was, I loved it, thank you. Clare x

Clare Young, The Hut Group
18th September 2015

Just wanted to say a big and belated thanks for all you did at our wedding at Peckforton back in January. We had the best time, and you went above and beyond all our expectations to help make it an amazing evening. Thanks so much for arranging the first dance song. And the Power of Love worked brilliantly. We were so impressed, and had loads of great comments from our guests. We'll definitely be recommending you to anyone who's looking for some live entertainment in the future. Thanks again, you were awesome.

Steph and Graeme, Wedding, Peckforton Castle
18th January 2014

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 experience do The Links bring?

We're a Manchester-based supergroup of some of the finest musicians in the North West and across the UK, with well over ten years' experience performing at weddings, private functions and high-profile corporate events.

What's The Links' set list like?

Every song in our set list is a guaranteed floor-filler — tried and tested classics designed to keep your whole guest list thrilled, backed by only the very best sound and lighting equipment.

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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