The A-Listers
4 or 5 Piece Band
Live Event & Wedding Band
Corporate & Private Parties, Military Parties
07710 794673
The A-Listers Party and Wedding Band
The A-Listers are a contemporary and versatile function and wedding band. With a vast playlist of modern chart hits, as well as classics from the 1950’s through to the 2000’s. The band consists of 5 professional and experienced musicians, who have all worked with some of the biggest names in the music business, as well as starring in west end musicals. Our musicians have worked with Jamie Cullum, Alison Moyet, Bjorn Again, Liberty X, Kid Creole and the Coconuts, and INXS to name but a few.
Book us direct and you will be safe in the knowledge that you have booked an experienced, talented, and entertaining band.
The band is available as either a 5 piece band with Female and Male vocals, or a 4 piece band with Male vocals. With the A Listers you get great value for money as we can play up to 3 x 45 minute sets. In addition, they can play extended sets, and if requested can play an additional Jazz/background music set during dinner or a drinks reception, and can even include a DJ in between the live sets. We will always strive to make your event special and give you a show you’ll never forget!
The band is fully self contained, providing a top of the range PA and lighting system for audiences up to 300 people.
A-Lister 4 Piece Line-up
Male Vocals
Male Vocals / Guitar,
Bass Guitar, Drums and Keyboards
Offering sets of party music;
Pop, Rock, Soul, Disco, Funk and Jazz.
This line up is more suited to live music venues, but is also suitable for weddings, parties, corporate, and military events
A-Lister 5 Piece Line-up
Female & Male Vocals
Female lead Vocals, Male Vocals/Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums and Keyboards.
Offering a wide range of party music;
Pop, Rock, Soul, Disco, Funk and Jazz.
This is the line up that we recommend for live wedding music, corporate events, and military balls. The full A-Listers expierience.
A-Listers Playlists Include:
| Latest Songs from the 2010’s | |
|---|---|
| Cake by the ocean | DNCE |
| Hold my hand | Jess Glynne |
| Shake it off | Taylor Swift |
| All about the bass | Megan Trainor |
| Uptown funk | Marc Ronson/Bruno Mars |
| Happy | Pharrell Williams |
| Wake me up | Aviici |
| Blurred lines | Robin Thicke |
| Candy | Robbie Williams |
| Call me maybe | Carly Rae Jepson |
| Domino | Jessie J |
| Dynamite | Taio Cruz |
| Get lucky | Daft Punk |
| Locked out of heaven | Bruno Mars |
| One Kiss | Calvin Harris / Dua Lipa |
| Shotgun | George Ezra |
| Can’t stop the feeling | Justin Timberlake |
| Songs from the 00’s | |
|---|---|
| All Summer Long | KidRock |
| American Boy | Estelle |
| Buck Rodgers | Feeder |
| Chelsea Dagger | The Fratellis |
| Crazy | Gnarls Barkley |
| Crazy in Love | Beyonce |
| Don’t Upset the Rhythm | Noisettes |
| Fascination | Alphabeat |
| Hey Ya | Outkast |
| I Bet You Look Good on the D’floor | Arctic Monkeys |
| I Don’t Feel Like Dancing | Scissor Sisters |
| I Kissed a Girl | Katy Perry |
| I Predict a Riot | Kaiser Chiefs |
| Last Night | The Strokes |
| Mercy | Duffy |
| Monster | The Automatic |
| Mr Brightside | The Killers |
| No Tomorrow | Orson |
| Poker Face | Lady Gaga |
| Put Your Records On | Corrine Bailey Rae |
| R U Gonna be my Girl | Jet |
| Rehab | Amy Winehouse |
| Sex on Fire | Kings of Leon |
| Smile | Lily Allen |
| Skater Boy | Avril Lavine |
| Somebody Told Me | The Killers |
| Super Duper Love | Joss Stone |
| Sweet About Me | Gabriela Cilme |
| Take Me Out | Franz Ferdinand |
| Teenage Dirtbag | Wheatus |
| This Love | Maroon 5 |
| I’ve Got a Feeling | Black Eyed Peas |
| Forget You | C Lo Green |
| It’s My Life | No Doubt |
| California Girls | Katy Perry |
| Rolling in the Deep | Adele |
| Only girl | Rhianna |
| Do You Wanna | The Vaccines |
| Moves like Jagger | Maroon 5 |
| You’ve Got the Love | Florence and the Machine |
| Songs from the 80’s & 90’s | |
|---|---|
| All the Small Things | Blink 182 |
| Angels | Robbie Williams |
| Bohemian Like You | Dandy Warhols |
| Cosmic Girl | Jamiroquai |
| Disco 2000 | Pulp |
| Don’t Look Back in Anger | Oasis |
| Don’t You Want Me Baby | Human League |
| Hard to Handle | Black Crows |
| Have I Told You Lately | Van Morrison |
| Hey Mickey | Tony Basil |
| I Think We’re Alone Now | Tiffany |
| Kids in America | Kim Wilde |
| Let Me Entertain You | Robbie Williams |
| Lets go Crazy | Prince |
| Living On A Prayer | Bon Jovi |
| Parklife | Blur |
| Rock DJ | Robbie Williams |
| Rocks Off | Primal Scream |
| Sing It Back | Moloko |
| Take On Me | Aha |
| The One and Only | Chesney Hawks |
| The Power Of Love | Huey Lewis And The News |
| Town Called Malice | The Jam |
| Under The Bridge | Chilli Peppers |
| We’re Alright | Supergrass |
| When You Say Nothing At All | Ronan Keating |
| When You’re Gone | Bryan Adams & Mel C |
| You And Me Song | The Wannadies |
| You Do Something To Me | Paul Weller |
| Don’t Stop Beliveng | Journey |
| Billie Jean | Michael Jackson |
| Easy Lover | Phil Collins |
| Lovecats | The Cure |
| Sweet Child Of Mine | Guns N Roses |
| I Wanna Dance with Somebody | Whitney Houston |
| Songs from the 60’s & 70’s | |
|---|---|
| 20th Century Boy | T Rex |
| Brown Sugar | The Rolling Stones |
| Build Me Up Buttercup | Foundations |
| Car Wash | Rose Royce |
| Come Up And See Me | Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel |
| Crazy Little Thing Called Love | Queen |
| Dancing Queen | ABBA |
| Daydream Believer | Monkees |
| Disco Inferno | The Tramps |
| Fly Me To The Moon | Frank Sinatra (50’s) |
| Gimme Some Lovin | Blues Brothers |
| Heart Of Glass | Blondie |
| Honky Tonk Woman | The Rolling Stones |
| I Feel Good | James Brown |
| I Saw Her Standing There | The Beatles |
| I’m A Believer | Monkees |
| Lady Marmalade | LA Belle |
| Since You’ve Been Gone | Rainbow |
| Lost In Music | Chic |
| Mama Mia | ABBA |
| Mr Bojangles | Sammy Davis Junior (50’s) |
| Satisfaction | The Rolling Stones |
| Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay | Otis Reading |
| Soul Man | Sam & Dave |
| Superstition | Stevie Wonder |
| Suspicious Minds | Elvis |
| Teenage Kicks | Undertones |
| The Lady Is A Tramp | Frank Sinatra (50’s) |
| Video Killed The Radio Star | Buggles |
| You Really Got Me | The Kinks |
| Don’t Stop Me Now | Queen |
| Jumpin Jack Flash | The Rolling Stones |
| Can’t Buy Me Love | The Beatles |
| Atomic | Blondie |
| Pump It Up | Elvis Costello |
| Suffragette City | David Bowie |
The Best Band for your Wedding
The Best Band for any Event
We are…
Experienced
We are 5 contemporary professional musicians who all have amazing credits to our names.We all have years of experience in performing as a wedding band, corporate band, party band, and at military balls. You’ll be safe in the knowledge that you have booked an experienced, talented, and entertaining band for your event
Professional
We guarantee to be totally reliable, punctual and smartly dressed for your event
A Self Contained Live Band for Hire
We provide a top of the range PA and Lighting system included in the quote – no need to book a separate sound and light company
Value for Money
We can play up to 3 x 45 minute sets of varied music and can play music from an iPod inbetween the live sets. No need to book a separate DJ
Versatile
We have extensive experience in all popular music genres. We are able to offer a vast playlist of modern contempory chart hits, as well as classics from the 50’s through to the 00’s if desired
We Can…
Cater for any Event
We have an excellent reputation as one of the most exciting, and experienced wedding bands in the UK with a lively and versatile playlist that will get your guests on the dancefloor. We are one of the most well known and recommended function bands in the UK. Take the stress away With prompt communication and advice throughout your planning process, you need not worry. We liaise with your venue to make sure everything will go smoothly
Work with your Schedule
We set-up quickly and discreetly. Arrival/set-up times negotiable
Play Additional Set if Requested
we can quote for an additional Jazz/background music set during your dinner or drinks reception
Offer Complete Peace of Mind
We are insured up to £10million in public liability insurance. All sound and lighting equipment is PAT tested to comply with many hotel and venue regulations
Travel
All over the UK and abroad
Supply Song Lists
And musicians credits upon request
Our Client Testimonials – Just Some of Many
What makes The A-listers the perfect band to hire for my event?
Put simply: We are all professional musicians. We are 100% reliable. We sound great. We bring everything we need to perform with us. Your guests will have a great time.
We offer the best value for money live music.
Guy Watson Live Entertainment
Booking a Party Band for your Event, and looking for a professional and reliable act so that nothing goes wrong? Guy has many years working in the music industry as a live performer and session musician, and has performed all over the world. If you are looking for an experienced and professional live band, solo performer, or an entertaining duo to hire, you can make the perfect choice here.
The A-Listers are exciting pop entertainers and super musicians. They have performed at many, many company parties, Weddings, Functions, Awards dinners, Birthday parties all over the UK.
Prices from £1250 for 4 piece band £1450 for 5 piece.
Blueprint Duo can play in any venue and to any audience, trusted by large companies, celebrities and those celebrating their special occasions.
Priced from £650
Guy Watson Solo can be acoustic or lively evening performer. With a huge playlist of well known songs that everyone knows and loves.
Priced from £300
For detailed pricing refer to our Pricing page.
All guaranteeing peace of mind and an evening which will be remembered by attendees for years to come.
Booking & Enquiry Form
Contact Guy
Phone: 07710 794673
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Guywatsonmusic
We are based in the South East of England, but will travel all over the UK, and abroad.
Acoustic Solo Performer
Electric Solo Performer
Male + Female Duo
4 Piece Party Band
5 Piece Party Band
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A-Listers FAQ
My venue has a sound limiter, is this ok?
Yes, a lot of venues have these now and we are able to control our sound levels.
What if a band member is ill and can not make it?
All musicians are self employed. It is very rare that any of them would willingly pull out of a gig, but if they are extremely unwell, as you will see from our musician’s page, we have a pool of talented musicians and singers that work regularly with us and are all familiar with the bands repertoire.
Do you have public liability insurance?
Yes, we have worldwide Public Liability Insurance for £10million. Please contact us if you need any further details.
Can I choose the set list?
Part of our job as professional performing musicians is to know which songs work. You are welcome to choose songs from our repertoire list which you would like included and we will try to play as many of those requests as possible, but we need to know this at least one month in advance so the set list can be planned.
Will the band play the first dance at our wedding?
Yes. We do however require one month’s notice of what the song will be so all of the musicians can learn it. Sometimes with certain songs, the recorded versions have full orchestral backings which are quite hard to reproduce with a 5 piece band, so therefore may be a better idea to play the original version from cd or iPod. But this is something we can discuss with you.
Why does the band need a changing room?
The band will be on site for many hours. A changing room is necessary for a number of reasons; they need somewhere to change into their stage clothes, have a place where they can prepare for the performance, keep their personal belongings and keep out of the way of your guests! There needs to be somewhere to sit down, with lighting and a mirror is appreciated too.
Will you provide music whilst the band is not playing?
Yes, music will be provided from an iPod in between the live sets. It’s a very crowd pleasing playlist, with lots of well know pop and rock classics to keep the dance floor busy. If you are looking for music to be played during your meal or buffet we have a few more laid back playlists which will do the trick. Please feel free to ask for a track listing. If you would like to compile your own playlists on your own iPod, that is not a problem, bring it along and we can plug it in to our PA system.
Can I use your microphone for speeches?
Yes, that’s not a problem as long as we know about it in advance so we can set one up for you.
Will the band turn up on time?
Yes, the band always leave plenty of travel time to get to your event. We are one of the busiest wedding bands in the UK, but regardless of how busy we are or have been prior to your event whether it is a wedding, party, corporate, ball, or military event we will always be punctual.We know it will be stressful enough for you without having to worry about that.
What payment methods can I use to pay the final balance?
You can pay the balance in advance by bank transfer of personal cheque. Or on the night by personal cheque or cash.
What payment methods can I use for my deposit?
You can pay the deposit either by a bank transfer, or by personal cheque.
Does the price include your travel expenses?
The price we quote includes everything, from petrol, to accommodation if needed.
Can I see the band perform before I decide to book?
No not normally. Most of our performances are at private weddings, parties, corporate, and military events.We occasionally have public gigs, so please do ask if we have any coming up. You can however see us in action in the videos on this page.
If I want a separate DJ and/or another band will they be able to use your sound equipment?
It may be possible, but they will have to contact us in advance so we can discuss it and we will charge them a small fee.
What if the band does not turn up to my function?
We can assure you this will not happen, it never has yet. All of the Musicians that make up the band are professional and we have been performing together for the last 10 years. We have a reputation to uphold.
Will the band supply their own sound equipment and lights?
Yes, all quotes are fully inclusive of a sound system and lighting. Our lights will not only light up the band but your dance floor as well. All the equipment is PAT tested and safe. A certificate can be shown if required.
Does the band need a stage?
No. As long as there is an area we can fit comfortably in to. Usually the minimum space a 5 piece band needs is 4 metres wide by 3 metres deep.
Do you play requests?
Yes. If there is one or two songs you particularly want played, as long as you give us at least one months notice so all the musicians can learn the material.
Do I need to feed the band?
Yes. On a typical performance day most musicians leave home in the early afternoon and do not return home until the early hours of the following morning. Therefore, wherever possible soft drinks and a hot meal is appreciated.
Do you offer a DJ service?
Yes, at a slight additional cost, please ask for a quote. Our DJ service can offer additional benefits; we can take requests, interact with the audience and have a much wider playlist with no gaps in between the songs.
How long does the band play for?
Our standard performance time is 3 x 45 minute sets. This is what all standard quotes are based on. If you would like something different, just ask and we will give you a quote.
Will the band be professional on stage?
Yes, always. As we are all professional and experienced musicians and this is our livelihood, we are always on our best behaviour! We will all be driving ourselves to your event as well, so we stick to soft drinks.
If I pay on the day of the event when should I pay you?
It’s often easier for both parties if payment is made before the band plays or after the first set. The last thing you will want to worry about at the end of your event is paying everyone.
Why does the band charge extra for turning up early or playing after midnight?
Musicians are used to working long days, however if you need us to set up our equipment early before your guests arrive, or want us to play very late there is a small charge for our extra time.
I want to book, what do I need to do?
Call or e-mail us for a quote. Once a price is agreed I will post you two copies of a contract. You will need to sign and date both copies, keep one and return the second to me, along with your deposit cheque which is normally for 25% of the full fee. The contract is beneficial for both of us, so you know you have a guaranteed booking and that we know you definitely want us to play at your event and therefore will take no other enquires for that date.
You have quoted me more than another wedding band, why should I book you?
If you book us you are guaranteed to get a band that turn up with quality professional musicians, liability insurance and state of the art sound and lighting equipment. A lot of cheaper bands can be part-timers with ‘bedroom’ musicians, no insurance or contracts and if someone falls ill they may not have replacement members. If you book us you get a great show and peace of mind.