With a song list featuring classic covers by The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, 1980s and 1990s anthems from U2, Prince and Oasis, and recent smashes from The Killers, Pharrell and Adele, The Different Lights have all bases covered!
Special offer! Book within 7 days of your enquiry and get a FREE laptop DJ service provided by the band (worth £150) with a choice of over 15,000 songs.
The band's accomplished singers alternate lead vocals and share tight harmonies to provide a rich vocal sound, with piano/keyboards, electric and acoustic guitars helping to recreate a wide range of crowd-pleasing floor-fillers.
The band have recently appeared on BBC Radio Merseyside, and are one of our leading wedding bands in Liverpool. They have vast experience playing at weddings, with previous venues including The V&A Marriott, Melling Tithebarn, The Sefton, Cuddystone Hall, Great John Street Hotel and Prestwold Hall.
The band was fantastic with a great range of songs for all to enjoy. They got everybody up dancing and the atmosphere was amazing!
Anna, Wedding at Arley Arboretum, Bewdley
They’ve also played at company Christmas parties for BCFA, Actavis and BDP as well as private events of all shapes and sizes, both in their local area and far beyond.
Members of The Different Lights have performed in leading venues all over the UK and Europe supporting the likes of Kaiser Chiefs, The Libertines, The Buzzocks and even Tony Christie!
The band can also provide acoustic background options in varying line-ups, and are comfortable delivering a Rat Pack style piano and vocal set, through to more classic pop, soul and rock in a stripped back, “Live Lounge” fashion. They can also offer their own laptop DJ service with a choice of over 15,000 tunes, saving you on the cost, space and hassle of organising a separate DJ. Highly recommended!
Performance info
Line-up
Male lead vocals/guitar; keyboards/vocals; bass; drums
Performance duration
2 x 60 minute or 3 x 40 minute sets
Interval music
Yes (included in price)
Lighting
Yes - basic stage lighting included
Booking options
Acoustic background music by trio Add £POA
Live lounge style sets by the band's acoustic trio, ideal for drinks receptions or meals
Acoustic background music by duo Add £POA
As above, by the band's acoustic duo
Acoustic background music by soloist Add £POA
As above, by the band's solo pianist
Acoustic background music by soloist Add £POA
As above, by the band's solo guitarist
DJ service Add £150
Upbeat, mainstream pop music from all eras, run from a laptop equipped with virtual DJ software. Requests taken and mic available for announcements
All These Things That I Have Done – The Killers
Black Magic – Little Mix
Breakeven – The Script
Chasing Cars – Snow Patrol
Dakota – Stereophonics
Drag Me Down – One Direction
Get Lucky – Daft Punk
Happy – Pharrell Willians
Hey Ya – Outkast
I Believe In A Thing Called Love – The Darkness
I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor – Arctic Monkeys
I Gotta Feeling – The Black Eyed Peas
Last Nite – The Strokes
Locked Out Of Heaven – Bruno Mars
Love Machine – Girls Aloud
Mr Brightside – The Killers
One Day Like This – Elbow
Pencil Full Of Lead – Paolo Nutini
Price Tag – Jessie J
Rolling In The Deep – Adele
Sex On Fire – Kings Of Leon
Shut Up And Dance – Walk The Moon
Since U Been Gone – Kelly Clarkson
Somebody Told Me – The Killers
Take Me out – Franz Ferdinand
Times Like These – Foo Fighters
Valerie – The Zutons / Amy Winehouse
80s & 90s
Alright – Supergrass
Common People – Pulp
Dancing In the Dark – Bruce Springsteen
Don’t Look Back In Anger – Oasis
Friday I’m In Love – The Cure
I Wanna Be Adored – The Stone Roses
I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) – The Proclaimers
Love Shack – The B52s
Parklife – Blur
Real Gone Kid – Deacon Blue
Rock & Roll Star – Oasis
Rock The Casbah – The Clash
Rocks – Primal Scream
She Bangs The Drums – The Stone Roses
She’s Electric – Oasis
Sit Down – James
Summer Of 69 – Bryan Adams
The Best – Tina Turner
There She Goes – The La’s
Town Called Malice – The Jam
Walk Like An Egyptian – The Bangles
With Or Without You – U2
You & Me Song – The Wannadies
You Do Something To Me – Paul Weller
50s 60s & 70s
Alright Now – Free
Back In The USSR – The Beatles
Brown-Eyed Girl – Van Morrison
Can't Take My Eyes Off You – Andy Williams
Go Your Own Way – Fleetwood Mac
Hard To Handle – Otis Redding
Help! – The Beatles
Hey Jude – The Beatles
I Saw Her Standing There – The Beatles
Johnny B Goode – Chuck Berry
La Bamba – Richie Valens / Los Lobos
Let It Be – The Beatles
Mustang Sally – Wilson Pickett
Satisfaction – The Rolling Stones
Stand By Me – Ben E King
Substitute – The Who
Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond
Sympathy For The Devil – The Rolling Stones
Twist & Shout – The Beatles
Waterloo Sunset – The Kinks
You Never Can Tell – Chuck Berry
You Really Got Me – The Kinks
First dance songs
Dream Catch Me – Newton Faulkner
Everlong – Foo Fighters
For Your Babies – Simply Red
Forever Young – Bob Dylan
If I Had A Gun – Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
Live Forever – Oasis
Many Of Horror – Biffy Clyro
Talk Tonight – Oasis
The Blower’s Daughter – Damien Rice
The Power Of Love – Frankie Goes To Hollywood
Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran
We Have All The Time In The World – Louis Armstrong
Wonderwall – Oasis
Summer of 69 – Bryan Adams
Book with confidence! After events, we ask our clients what they thought of our acts. We publish what they say here, so you can read genuine, unbiased feedback before booking.
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“This band were incredible!!!! I had them to play at my wedding in April in north wales, they were so easy to speak to and even performed our requested first dance, everyone has said how amazing they were and the dance floor was filled every time they performed! Thank you so much guys and for anyone pondering it don’t just book!! You will not regret this top class band.”
Daniella, Wedding, North Wales, April 2018
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“Booked for daughter Charlotte's wedding at Iscoyd Park North Wales and all were blown away by these guys. Event was 4th August 2018. Pleasantly surprised by addition of a female member which just added to the all round excellence of the band. All songs performed brilliantly and packed out the dance floor until the last tune. Calls for one more song worked twice - would not hesitate to book this band again. Nice bunch of people too who clearly like playing and had a good time as well.”
Roy, Wedding, Iscoyd Park in North Wales, August 2018
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“This band is amazing! We booked them for our wedding and they were fantastic, all of our guests commented how great they were. They were also a really friendly genuine bunch. If you’re looking to book a band for your wedding we would definitely recommend. Thanks guys xx”
Sarah, Wedding, September 2018
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“We hired The Different Lights Band after seeing them at another wedding a few years ago. From booking to the actual day the communication from Function Central and the band was fantastic. We had a phone call from the band leader a few weeks before and he instantly understood our taste in music and what songs would be perfect for getting us and our guests dancing all night long. A special thank you for singing our first dance song Noel Gallagher's "If I had a gun", this version was just perfect and will be forever so special to us. Thank you so much lots of love Luke and Danielle.”
Danielle & Luke, Wedding, Carden Park in Cheshire, July 2018
10
“The Different Lights were great. The quality of their performance was excellent and they were very friendly too.”
Jamie, Wedding, September 2018
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“The band were very professional In preparing requirements and playlist before the event and totally smashed it on the night. Unexpectedly there was a female vocalist on the night as well as the four piece and this went down a storm she has a great voice. Song renditions were all great and the band very tight. They responded to calls for one more song from a very excited dance floor twice. Highly recommended.”
Charlotte & Danny, Wedding at Iscoyd Park in North Wales, August 2018
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“I had the privilege of watching this amazing band at the finale of the Bloomfield Club beer and music festival they where fantastic and everyone who was there loved them and asking when they are back at our club? Very soon I hope.”
John, Festival, The Bloomfield Club in Blackpool, May 2018
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“Met the the lads tonight while working at an event in Newark, you won't meet a more genuine and down to earth bunch of guys! Extremely talented with a brilliant set-list, mixture of the la's, the strokes, stereophonics, the beatles and a shout out for me in Mr Brightside! Superb band and lads, would listen to them any night of the week and hopefully get to see them again at somepoint!”
Phil, Private Event in Newark, March 2018
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“My now wife and I booked The Different Lights to play at our wedding and they were amazing from start to finish. They played a huge part in making it the best day of our lives!
The songs were an eclectic mix ranging from Deacon Blue, Van Morrison to The White Stripes and Daft Punk but they all had two things in common- they were all incredibly well performed and they all got people up on their feet dancing and singing along from the first dance right up until the end of the night.
We also opted for a keyboard acoustic set during our drinks reception immediately after the ceremony which again added so much to proceedings- people were singing along before they had even sat down for dinner!
They were utterly professional, had an amazing ability to start (and sustain!) the party and our friends are still raving about them! Do yourselves a favour and get them booked!”
Jack, Wedding, February 2018
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“The Different Lights were a really great band who the majority of attendees enjoyed. The first two sets were fabulous and everyone was up dancing. The third set I don't feel was to everyone's taste as the music was a little heavy for the majority of the ageing guests however this should not take away from how fantastic the band were on the night. I think on reflection I should have been more specific about the playlist required in advance. The front man was fab and was very friendly and supportive. Overall we rated them highly as did the hotel staff who thought they were excellent.”
Helen, Charity Ball at The Park Royal Hotel in Warrington, December 2017
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“Thank you for an amazing night. The band were so easy to work with and went with everything we wanted. The band leader was fantastic and easy to contact! All of our guests had a fantastic night and this was largely due to the band. We couldn't recommend you enough. Thanks so much for making our party so much fun.”
Emma, Wedding at The Hallmark Hotel in Stockport, November 2017
10
“The service was great from start to finish and the band were really down to earth and a great addition to our awards evening!”
Alun, BRC Awards at The Principal Hotel in Manchester, November 2017
10
“The Different Lights are one of the best live acts we have heard! They were absolutely amazing, every guest said how great they were and they played songs that kept the crowd going all night.”
Anthony & Fiona, Wedding at Shrigley Hall Hotel in Cheshire, October 2017
10
“Fantastic performance and the audience were on their feet almost ALL night!!!”
Matthew, Wedding at Packington Moor in Staffordshire, October 2017
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“What I can I say but thank you all so so much for making our wedding just fantastic!!! Literally couldn't fault your professional, fun and amazing service. From speaking to you before our wedding to the day we felt at ease, you are all so talented and we can't thank you enough for making our night one to remember forever! Hope to hear you all again soon.”
Jess & Mat, Wedding in Liverpool, September 2017
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“Band were amazing. Professional from first contact the week before the wedding!”
Sarah, Wedding at Brookfield Hall in Westhoughton, September 2017
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“All our guests loved the band and they were brilliant to deal with!”
Maureen, Wedding at Manchester Town Hall, September 2017
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“We really enjoyed the music. Band was so friendly, totally got the taste of our music after a phone call before the wedding and came up with a great programme. We still get lots of compliments on our choice ;)”
Merve, Wedding at Thornton Manor in Cheshire, September 2017
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“Thank you for playing our wedding on Saturday. I was really nervous if how you would be, having never hearing you play before but you definitely didn't disappoint! Even the people who didn't get up dancing said how much they loved listening yo you. So professional! Thanks again.”
Sarah, Wedding in Liverpool, September 2017
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“We booked The Different Lights based on a recommendation. We weren't disappointed. From the beginning of the night and the first dance they were spot on. The dance floor was never empty and the music was great. Lots of guests commented on how good they were. Thanks for helping us make such a memorable day!”
Michael, Wedding at Oulton Hall in West Yorkshire, July 2017
10
“The band was fantastic with a great range of songs for all to enjoy. They got everybody up dancing and the atmosphere was amazing!”
Anna, Wedding at Arley Arboretum in Bewdley, July 2017
10
“The band were great - they had a good mix of music and everyone got up and danced all night!”
Kate, Networking Event at Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester, April 2017
10
“Played our work summer ball at Lancashire County Cricket Club and went down a storm. Superb band!”
Maxine, Summer Ball in Lancashire, May 2017
10
“The Different Lights were amazing, great night and fab music, the boys were soooo lovely.”
Bernie, Private Party in Liverpool, May 2017
10
“Fantastic performance, prompt arrival, friendly and very professional throughout the evening. Positive feedback from all my friends and guests - quite amazing!”
Tim, Birthday Party in Northumberland, October 2016
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“From set up right through to the last song The Different Lights were incredible. They knew exactly what to sing and the DJ sets were brilliant too. I have had so many people approach me expressing how good they were. They made a perfect day even better! I cannot thank them enough!”
Danny, Wedding in Liverpool, October 2016
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“The band were fantastic for the first moment they made contact with me to see what we wanted playing to the actual day where they just got on and did their thing - highly recommended!”
Paul, Wedding in Manchester, August 2016
10
“The Different Lights were very friendly right from the first point of contact. We also had great feedback from our guests - an excellent band all round!”
Paul, Wedding in Manchester, August 2016
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“The Different Lights were amazing! The band contacted me on the run up to the wedding to discuss timings, the set up and any particular songs we wanted. They were all friendly, helpful and open to discussion. My husband and I LOVE music and we were blown away by this band! Three weeks on and we are still getting compliments on their behalf. Thank you so much for making our day even more perfect. We need another party so we can listen to them again!! Thank you!”
Leanne, Wedding in East Yorkshire, July 2016
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“Our private party has grown over several years into a mini festival for friends, family and university friends of our three sons. This was without doubt the best band we have had, and I was especially impressed with the change in music to suit the majority on the dance floor as it changed from shall I say the more mature party goers to the mid twenties crowd and they danced and danced. They tried several times to end their performance but were called back with over a hundred chanting 'one more song', we could not have chosen a better band. Great guys to have around.”
Paul & Jane, Private Party in Derbyshire, July 2016
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“We were so impressed with the demo tracks listed on the website that we knew The Different Lights were the right band to play at our wedding reception. On the day itself, the band arrived exactly on time and despite the fact that we were running late and they had to wait to set up, they remained happy and professional. Everyone is still talking about how good they were and what a great set list it was! They created exactly the right sort of atmosphere for our reception and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to our friends and family.”
Sara & Ben, Wedding in Manchester, April 2016
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“Thanks guys for being amazing entertainment at our wedding reception last night!!! You really made the night extra special and you were a big hit with everyone!”
Fallon, Wedding in Cheshire, April 2016
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“The Different lights were fantastic, they played a wide selection of songs for all tastes and had everyone up and dancing. The guys in the band were lovely, especially Damien who seemed very calm and professional about the set up and was on hand for lots of questions.”
Laura, Christmas Party in Manchester, December 2015
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“Brilliant night on friday boys, Everyone had only good things to say about you and the music. You got everyone up and dancing. Thank you so much!”
Sam, Private Party in Cheshire, December 2015
10
“Played at my wedding in October, absolutely incredible!”
Peter, Wedding in Manchester, October 2015
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“The band were very professional, they contacted us before the big day to go through last minute requests. When we arrived at the venue the band were already set up and ready. They played a variety of music to suit all tastes which kept the dance floor full all night. Everybody said what a fab band they were. Even those who wouldn't normally dance were up dancing, which was really good to see. Can't speak highly enough of them, would highly recommend them. They were the icing on the cake. 2 weeks after the wedding people are still raving about the band.”
Lorna, Wedding in Chester, July 2015
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“Completely satisfied! The band made contact with me and took on board my comments with no problems in advance of our party. Set up and ready with plenty of time ready to start after the meal. Really really pleased, everyone loved them. Great mix of music and the feedback from the staff was all very positive. Would certainly recommend them to anyone! They already have another potential booking from a staff member for their wedding, with another one also possible. Great bunch of guys.”
Maxine, Corporate Party, June 2015
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“Absolutely 100% satisfied on the day. The band were incredible, we had the additional acoustic guitar option for during the service and during the drinks reception, at all points we had nothing but positive comments from guests and during the evening reception there wasn't a minute where the dance floor wasn't full. They sounded amazing and played music that the crowd wanted.”
Emily, Wedding in Liverpool, May 2015
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“Couldn't be happier with the band. Made our evening reception! Guests still commenting on how good they were. Really friendly and professional to work with. Many many thanks!”
Jessica, Wedding in North Yorkshire, September 2014
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“Thanks for helping to make our day perfect! Everyone has said how fantastic your band was and we absolutely loved our first dance being sang for us! Many thanks again Mr & Mrs White xxx”
Andrea, Wedding in Liverpool, July 2014
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“We booked the band for our wedding this May and quite frankly we were absolutely blown away by their professionalism and their quality. From the moment we got into contact with them to the wedding itself they were unbelievably helpful. Everybody at our wedding said how fantastic they were. I'm not sure we could have chosen a better group. Their varied yet amazing playlist ensured the dance floor was never empty and rather than the event feel like a wedding it actually felt like a GIG!!!! We can't thank the lads enough for making our special day even better. Thank you!”
Graeme, Wedding in Grasmere, May 2014
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“We were very satisfied with the band, and were so impressed at how professional they all were. They arrived on time to set up, and then changed into their outfits for the night, so they all looked very smart. The music was brilliant throughout the night, and the dance-floor was never empty! Everyone commented on how great the band were!”
Stephanie, Wedding in Liverpool, June, 2013
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“The band were great - had everyone up dancing with some brilliant music. All the guests thought they were amazing & were asking how we heard of them. Basically, a great bunch of lads that were professional & couldn't have been more helpful in fitting in with our plans. Great band which made our night.”
Rob, Wedding in Southampton, June 2013
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“We could not have asked for a better band, playlist or service from the guys in The Different Lights. From making first contact to them leaving the venue after an AMAZING couple of sets, we were so pleased. Any recommendations we can give for them for the future will be whole hear-ted and genuine.”
Nicky, Wedding in Liverpool, June, 2013
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“100% satisfied. A absolutely great bunch of lads first class performance.”
Kingsley, Wedding in Liverpool, May, 2013
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“They were absolutely fantastic. The band performed 3 x 40 minute sets and every one of them was brilliant. We had guests dancing all night and the band helped create a fantastic atmosphere. There were calls for an Encore at the end of the last session and the band obliged with two extra songs. I would definitely recommend this band to friends and family.”
Spencer, Wedding in Burley-In-Wharfdale, March 2013
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“The band was excellent and were really appreciated by us and our guests. Both sets really suited our tastes and we were especially pleased when they played 'The Only One I Know', by the Charlatans, which they learnt especially for the wedding - it was ace!”
Peter & Helen, Wedding in Cheshire, November 2012
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“A big thanks to the band for helping to make our wedding celebration a fantastic night. Before the wedding day they called twice to confirm details and assure me that everything was organised which really helped to put our minds at ease. The guys were extremely professional and nothing seemed too much trouble. I got numerous comments through the evening from guests saying how good the band was and asking where I booked them from. Once again thanks to the band and the professional service Function Central provided.”
Glenn, Wedding in Liverpool, September 2012
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“You guys are amazing! Thank you so much for doing such a great job people kept coming up to us commenting on the band, and you kept our guests dancing all night. Thanks guys!”
Ady & Beth, Wedding in Cheshire, August 2012
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“Truly awesome guys, you rocked our wedding! Thank you!”
John & Vicky, Wedding in Lancashire, August 2012
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“Just wanted to say a massive thank you for Saturday. We have had so many people commenting on how good the band were, it made the night! Would not hesitate recommending you.”
John-Paul & Kate, Wedding in Lancashire, July 2012
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“The band were very involved from the early stages and made a great effort to incorporate my requirements, even calling the night before his own wedding to finalise the details which was impressive. The sound quality and talent was fantastic and they were a really fun bunch of guys to work and party with. I would highly recommend them as talented professionals with a brilliant sound who will bend over backwards to make the party go with a swing.”
Polly, Wedding in Liverpool, June 2012
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“We had an amazing time everyone had a ball, and said how fabulous you were. Thank you so much for helping make our wedding perfect!”
Martin & Sarah, Wedding in Liverpool, May 2012
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“Lads, what a performance! We knew you were good as you'd been so strongly recommended, but we didn't realise how good! Every song you played was a stormer, and our guests loved it as you could probably tell from all the dancing! You made ours the most enjoyable wedding we've ever been to, and we're so grateful. We've already been asked for your contact details by some of our guests, so hopefully we'll get to see you again soon. Thanks again, you were superb.”
Tom, Wedding in The Cotswolds, Summer 2011
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“We just wanted to thank you for putting on such a wonderful show at our wedding. You kept the dance-floor full and bouncing and created great atmosphere for us! Learning and performing the song for the first dance for us was a brilliant touch and really made it all the more memorable. All of our guests were raving about you and we're so pleased you could help make our day so perfect. Thank you!”
Dom, Wedding in Ormskirk, Summer 2011
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“We just wanted to say thank you so much for such an amazing performance at our wedding. We put our trust in you to choose the play list and we were not disappointed - every song had our guests on the dancefloor and we couldn't have wished for better entertainment. We couldn't believe the amount of guests who commented on the music, saying it was one of the best weddings they'd been to because the band was so great. Three friends have already been in touch asking for your number because they want you at their wedding, and we won't hesitate in recommending you to anyone looking for a first class band. Thank you for making our wedding reception the best party we have ever been to!”
Jen, Wedding in Ormskirk, Summer 2010
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“The Different Lights's set at our wedding recently was a roaring success. We booked them after seeing them at another event and were thrilled with the approachability and communication we enjoyed throughout the planning stage. We had a special first dance and the band learnt the song to play for us, which gave us a much more personal experience. They were also good enough to allow a family member to join in with the performance! The song list was broad and fit our requirements and tastes perfectly and went down well with all of the guests. To this day we still get compliments on the band, and have recommended them to many of our friends. We made a great choice in The Different Lights and hope we can use them next time we have an excuse for a party!”
Robert, Wedding in Chester, Autumn 2010
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“We were extremely lucky to have this fabulous band at our wedding. They paid attention to detail so that the songs were perfect for the occasion and personal to us. Our guests strutted their stuff all night and we'll never forget the final song - a Beatles medley culminating in Hey Jude. All of our guests danced in a circle around us in what was a fabulous end to a perfect day. The Different Lights did us proud that night, a number of friends and family still say its the best wedding entertainment they have experienced.”
David, Wedding in Liverpool, Summer 2010
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“We'd really like to thank The Different Lights for making our big day so special. It wouldn't have been the same without them, and all of our guests commented on how great they were. The range of music was excellent, as was the level of energy they created, and we were really impressed that they were more than happy to learn new tracks in order to satisfy specific requests. We cannot recommend them highly enough.”
