The Wild Ponies | Three-Piece Wedding & Function Band

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From £1,365

Overview

Their three-piece set up means The Wild Ponies are well suited to a smaller space; but they manage to have a full sound which won’t disappoint or get lost in a larger venue. With male vocals, guitar, bass and drums – they are a compact version of a standard 4-piece band – all the punch and energy, at a reduced price! You can’t go wrong.

Each of the three members of The Wild Ponies is a professional musician with a fantastic knowledge of music throughout the decades and great understanding of what really gets the dance-floor full at a variety of events.

The band perform 2 x 45-minute sets as standard, complete with complimentary unmanned iPod DJ when not playing live - this is reflected in the automatic quote you receive when you enquire through our website. However, they also offer add-ons, including a manned DJ service and a sax player who plays one set with the live band and one with the DJ - perfect for that Ibiza summer vibe! They can also add on female vocals to expand their sound.

The band offer a daytime acoustic duo add-on option for drinks receptions or wedding breakfast or your ceremony - this is an acoustic guitar with male vocals, and a Cajon drum. With this option you have your full day's music sorted all in one package!

If you have specific requirements, feel free to add them in the comments section when you enquire, and we will get back to you with a bespoke quote.

Always friendly, professional and reliable, The Wild Ponies will be put in contact with you in advance of your day to discuss requests and logistics. They are also used to liaising with wedding planners, venue contacts and managers, so you can focus on enjoying your day without worrying!

The Wild Ponies treat every event as if it was their own party and you'll find them easy to deal with, flexible and friendly. All you need to provide is the venue and the guests, and they will take care of the rest for you, providing a comprehensive evening of entertainment.

Enquire now or add this band to your shortlist, and make sure your event is memorable for all the right reasons!

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Set list

Just the Two of us - Bill Withers

Shut up and Dance - Walk the Moon

Marry You - Bruno Mars

September - Earth, Wind and Fire

The Best - Tina Turner

Get Down on it - Kool and the Gang

Shotgun - George Ezra

Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Bad Habits - Ed Sheeran

Don’t Start Now - Dua Lipa

Riptide - Vance Joy

Valerie - Amy Winehouse

Lion Man - Mumford and Sons

Use Somebody - Kings of Leon

Blame it on me - George Ezra

Castle on the Hill - Ed Sheeran

Black or White - Michael Jackson

Dancing in the Moonlight - Toploader

Mmm Bop - Hanson

Keep on Moving - Five

Mysterious Girl - Peter Andre

Lovely Day - Bill Withers

Faith - George Michael

Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams

Dakota - Stereophonics

Closer - Chainsmokers

Wake me Up - Avicci

Hound Dog - Elvis Presley

Rock around the Clock - Bill Haley

Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley

Crazy Little thing Called Love - Queen

Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd

I Wanna Dance with Somebody - Whitney Houston

Respect - Erasure

Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond

My Brightside - The Killers

Sex on Fire - Kings of Leon

500 Miles - The Proclaimers

Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus

Angels - Robbie Williams

Don’t Look Back in Anger - Oasis

I’ll be There for you - The Rembrandts

Stand by Me - Ben E King

Watermelon Sugar - Harry Styles

Dance Monkey - Tones and I

Waterfalls - TLC

Lazy Song - Bruno Mars

Just the Way You are - Bruno Mars

The Escape - Rupert Holmes

Pompeii - Bastille

Galway Girl - Ed Sheeran

Wonderwall - Oasis

Budapest - George Ezra

Hold back the River - James Bay

Yellow - Coldplay

I’m Yours - Jason Mraz

Breakfast at Tiffanies - Deep Blue Something

Sit Down - James

King - Years and Years

Free Fallin’ - Tom Petty

Don’t be Cruel - Elvis Presley

Before I Fall to Pieces - Razorlight

Viva La Vida - Coldplay

All about that Bass - Megan Trainor

The way you make me feel - Michael Jackson

Hot Steppa - Ini Kamoze

No Diggity - Black Street

I want it that way - Backstreet Boys

She's the One - Robbie Williams

Price Tag - Jessie J

Fast Car - Tracey Chapman

A Thousand Years - Christina Perri

Bad Moon Rising - CCR

Better Together - Jack Johnson

Buck Rogers - Feeder

Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison

Don’t Matter Now - George Ezra

Happiness - Mcfly

I got You Babe - UB40

Iris - Goo goo Dolls

Karma Chameleon - Boy George

Naive - The Kooks

Reviews (12)

We loved our wedding band, The Wild Ponies, found through Hireaband. They sounded great, with a brilliant setlist that had everyone dancing, with lots of great comments from guests. The comms leading up to the event was fantastic, asking for any particular songs to play or avoid. Thanks also for DJ'ing until the end of the night, was a great way to finish a great day. Thank you.

The band were absolutely fantastic and really got the party going. Everyone had such an amazing time and mentioned that the band were the best entertainment that we have ever had. Would definitely recommend for anyone else and future events

We booked The Wild Ponies to play at our wedding and we couldn't be more satisfied. The band were very professional and our guests thoroughly enjoyed the performance by dancing the night away!

The Wild Ponies played our wedding at the weekend, they really made the evening for us and all our guests. Mike has a fantastic voice, the band were flawless and the set list was awesome! My guests loved it and so did we! Mike is also a great guy, helpful and flexible. Couldn’t praise more!

Just wanted to say a big thank you to the band for playing at our wedding at the end of July. We loved the song choices and your own take on some of the songs and would highly recommend you. All three of you were fab. Thanks again.

The Wild Ponies performed at our wedding in Bordeaux, France recently. Mike, Brad and Neil were fantastic – their performances were great and a real highlight of the weekend. With the wedding being abroad, we were concerned about logistics but their planning and professionalism gave us confidence from day one. Our guests were very impressed with them and they had everyone up dancing. They were really friendly and happy to discuss facilitate our requirements for the weekend. Thanks guys!

This fab trio played at my 40th and were totally brilliant. They even allowed an interloper! Can’t recommend highly enough. Thanks guys

Still buzzing from an amazing night with The Wild Ponies performing at my 40th Birthday Party! If you need to book a band please hire these guys! They are awesome! Everyone loved them!

Thank you so much for playing at our wedding and especially for playing our first dance! We had lots of compliments about you on the night!

I hired The Wild Ponies for my 40th birthday cocktail party. I found the guys to be friendly, accommodating and reliable.The music set they chose suited the theme of my party and my guests really well, and they contributed greatly to a successfully smooth running party. I would recommend this band.

Thanks so much for making our day special! You guys were so helpful and organising our DJ was the perfect addition.

Hi guys. Just wanted to say a big thank you for playing at our wedding last month. You had everyone up on the dance floor until the bitter end and so many of our guests have commented on how good you were! We loved you and thank you for creating such a great atmosphere and playing some damn good tunes! Thoroughly recommend The Wild Ponies for any event or function.

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.

What line-up do The Wild Ponies perform with, and can it be expanded?

We're a compact three-piece (male vocals/guitar, bass and drums) — all the punch and energy of a full 4-piece band in a smaller footprint, so we suit both intimate spaces and larger venues without getting lost. We can also add a saxophonist or female vocals to expand the sound for bigger events.

What extras do you offer beyond the standard set?

As standard we perform 2 x 45-minute live sets with a complimentary unmanned iPod DJ service between and after sets. We also offer add-ons including a manned DJ service and a saxophonist who plays one set with the live band and one with the DJ for extra atmosphere.

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.

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.

Further Info

Line-Up

Default Line Up
Male Vocals / Guitar
Bass
Drums

Additional Line Up Options
Sax
Female Vocals

Performance Times

2 x 45-minute sets

Booking Add-ons

Manned DJ Service
Late Finish (After Midnight)
Daytime Acoustic Duo

Early Arrival
Additional Female Vocals
Manned DJ Service with Sax

Provided by the Act

PA System
Complimentary Unmanned DJ Service (when not performing)
Able To Work With Sound Limiters

Stage Lighting
Public Liability Insurance & PAT Tested Equipment
Smoke machine
Star cloth backdrop
Additional uplighters for the venue

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Reviews (12)

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Sophie & Jason, Bride & Groom - Torquay, Cornwall 29th July 2018

Charlotte Hockley, Bride - Bordeaux, France 23rd June 2018

Georgina Daily, 40th Birthday Party - Bristol 12th May 2018

Karen Goode Gordano, 40th Birthday Party 4th October 2017

Mr and Mrs Fewings 2nd April 2016

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Mr & Mrs Atkins 12th February 2016

Matt and Clem - Bride & Groom 23rd January 2016