About The Sidekicks – professional wedding band based in Somerset
The Sidekicks are a little different, a little quirky and something which is proving to be very popular at weddings and parties.
Performing a large repertoire from pop and rock covers to indie classics, we know exactly how to judge the mood of your event...from a laid-back cocktail set to high-energy music for the dance floor!
We're listed on FixTheMusic's Top 13 Best Wedding Bands in Bristol For 2024 🏆
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So if you're looking to hire the finest wedding band Somerset has to offer for your wedding or event, get in touch with us.
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We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Villa Eva on the Amalfi Coast in Italy, Chateau de La Ligne in France, Bridwell Park in Devon and De Vere Tortworth Court in Wotton-under-Edge, UK.
We love playing the usual party tunes and changing them up in our own style. We also love playing live lounge style tunes.
Based in Weston-super-Mare, the trio have been inspired by bands such as Mumford and Sons and artists including Hozier and we believe that these influences strongly show in our performances.
Since 2012 we have been playing at weddings and events all over the Country including Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Gloucester, London, Liverpool and Newcastle.
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We have thought long and hard about the songs we play and we believe they are perfect for all sorts of events including tracks from George Ezra and The Chainsmokers to Queen and The Killers
Neil, Ed and Mike have worked as full-time musicians for over 7 years and have a dedication to make every event as perfect as can be!
We provide a full PA, and stage set with smoke machines and lighting. We want your event to not only sound spectacular but look it!
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
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Weddings
Your wedding is your special day and we offer a package catered around you and your needs. With every booking we provide a fully personal service including an event coordinator who will be your point of contact from booking until the day of the event.
The event coordinator will liaise with the venue and any other suppliers to ensure your wedding goes without a hitch.
We have an extensive back catalogue of songs for all ages and with enough notice we can also include any specific songs that you may require, e.g. for a first dance.
Options
Most of our clients book us as a 3-piece band, with lighting and state of the art sound system for 2 x 45-minute sets, with background music from a laptop in between sets.
We also have an upgrade package available which includes a DJ – this gives you a host for the evening and someone who is available to take requests between and after the band's sets. Both packages come with a stunning light show and top-of-the-range sound system.
So if you're looking for one of the best wedding bands in the South West, look no further!
Clients
Our regular clients include Costa Coffee, Brittany Ferries, Bristol Zoo Garden, Butlin's, Hilton Hotels, The Co-operative, Holiday Inn, Parkwood Leisure.
About Mike (band manager)
Mike plays the guitar and sings in the band. Mike has worked as a musician for several years playing as a solo artist, as part of a duo and with bands. Inspiration for Mike comes not only from the acoustic world but from artists such as Usher, Chris Brown and NeYo.
Although based in the UK, the band can travel across Europe for weddings and events. They have recently been booked on FixTheMusic for weddings in Bordeaux, France.
Check out our recent feature on Firehorse Photography's website following our performance at Marie & Danny's wedding at Chateau La Gauterie, Bordeaux, France.
We're listed on FixTheMusic's Top 30 Best Wedding Bands in the UK For 2024 🏆
Clients who enquired with The Sidekicks also enquired with the following bands on FixTheMusic:
• The Uprising (avg. price £1,658)
• The Cardinals (avg. price £2,000 - £2,500)
• The Dynamos (avg. price £1,622)
• Acoustic Royale (avg. price £2,000 - £4,000)
• The Hawks (avg. price £1,210)
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"What can we say about this band? Simply put .... they're awesome! We were drawn to them based on the glowing reviews and their promotional videos which showcases how this group brings such a great vibe to any occasion. During the planning process the band were super responsive and flexible to talk through the specifics in terms of playing styles throughout our wedding day and any requests we had. We chose a package that included Mike & Chloe as a duet during our ceremony, playing and singing some songs close to us. This was followed by an acoustic set during our reception drinks, Neil joining to provide percussion. When the evening came around, they transformed the dining area into a fantastic party atmosphere with the lighting and sound system. Mike, Neil & Ed played out our first dance perfectly and got everyone on the dance floor from that point on to the end of the night. They played a brilliant mix of tunes live and via DJ so there was never a gap in the vibe which was enhanced even more by Tim on saxophone, moving through the crowd and getting everyone going! These guys had such a range throughout the day and pitched every part perfectly. We cannot thank them enough for making our wedding so memorable and we would highly recommend. 5 Stars!!"
"Still buzzing from an amazing night with The Sidekicks performing at my 40th birthday party! If you need to book a band please hire these guys! They are awesome! Everyone loved them!"
"I don’t even know where to start, from initial enquiry to our wedding day The Sidekicks were absolutely INCREDIBLE. They fit exactly what we were looking for in their description and I’m so so so glad we booked them for our special day. They were perfect, from an accoustic set while our guests arrived, help throughout whenever we needed anything then the main event… the evening! The band were ‘pinch me perfect’ all of our guests were saying what an amazing band they were and asking for their details because they were just SO good. We also had a sax player which just rounded it off as the best wedding ever. They really were amazing and made our special day the best. Thank you so much guys!!!"
"The Sidekicks were brilliant! They sounded amazing and really got the guests up and dancing on the dance floor. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a band for a wedding/function."
"The Sidekicks were amazing at our wedding. They performed a great acoustic set during the drinks reception which really set the tone for the rest of the day. They were able to adapt to a last second change of mind for our first dance. They then rocked the rest of the night. The DJ set also meant that the evening was completely smooth and my wife and I didn’t have to do anything. All our guests had an amazing time and the sidekicks were one of the reasons for this."
"These guys performed at my wedding reception last night they were absolutely brilliant...all of our guests loved them especially my 4-year-old who didn't leave the dance floor. Thank you for making our special evening a fantastic night...you guys were awesome!"
"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 Sidekicks for any event or function."
"The Sidekicks were an excellent addition to our evening! Mike was great in communicating beforehand, and even found us a sax player at very short notice to really add to their sound. Their energy kept our guests dancing through all of their sets and they didn't miss a beat all night. After the event it seemed that we got nothing but rave reviews from our guests for their music, and I can't thank them enough for their part in making our wedding night truly unforgettable!"
"If you are looking for a band to really make your occasion better… look no further. These guys are amazing. We didn’t have one moment the dance floor wasn’t packed and our guests loved it. We also had a saxophone player and we have to say it made the experience even better. Thank you so much for making our evening so special."
"The Sidekicks were truly amazing! We were a little uncertain of our choice for first song, but they were brilliant in creating something memorable specifically for us. It was clear from the communications that they were committed to making this day as memorable for us as possible and Mike and the team were just were incredible in delivering it. Looking back on our day, it was obvious that the Sidekicks delivered an amazing performance. I could not recommend them highly enough! In essence, they were superb and far exceeded our expectations, thank you!"
"The Sidekicks were simply amazing. We hired them for our entire wedding day - start to finish! They performed the ceremony music, an acoustic set during our drinks reception, a party set in the evening and then a DJ set afterwards. Our guests were dancing all day and loved it! They are also such friendly blokes. Thank you for everything!!"
"The Sidekicks 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 Mike’s planning and professionalism gave us confidence from day 1. Our guests were very impressed with them and they had everyone up dancing. They were really friendly and happy to discuss and facilitate our requirements for the weekend. Thanks guys! Many thanks, Charlotte."
"The Sidekicks played at our wedding and they were awesome!! We had a lot of Hungarian traditions going on (inc the groom playing their bass guitar!!) as it was an English/Hungarian wedding and they just took it all in their stride! Thank you so much, you will be highly recommended by us! Thanks Mike for your communication with us throughout all the preparation and on the day! God bless!"
"The Sidekicks played at 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!"
"Dear Mike and the band, What can we say?! We couldn’t have hoped for a more perfect band and DJ for our wedding. People always say that a good band is key for a wedding, and they are so right! Although we had never met you or heard you live before, we were confident from your videos as well as your efficient communication that you were going to keep our guests dancing all night. Mike, your acoustic sets in both the chapel and for the drinks reception were just right and made everything come together. We loved your voice as well as the choice of songs. When it came to the evening, there is no better way of saying how much we loved you than the fact we didn’t want the night to end and didn’t want to get off the dance floor! As a band, you were all so lovely and really engaged our guests and got everyone dancing! We couldn’t recommend you highly enough! Thank you again, Abigail and Paul."
"We booked the band for our wedding through FixTheMusic website, it was the height of the pandemic and I wanted a local band but research was limited to YouTube. Communication was great and fears over having to move the wedding and lose the band in case of another lockdown were gone as they said they could still play if the dates matched which was such a relief so I booked! Mike called a few weeks before the wedding to chat about the venue, type of music and our first dance. On the night the band was brilliant they sang our first dance and then got everyone on the dance floor for the rest of the night playing songs that all our guests enjoyed, we also had the disco which kept everyone dancing and singing along during the bands break. The guests kept telling me how good the band was and that it was great to hear live music again after so long. Thank you for making our wedding day so special we will always have fun memories of everyone having a fabulous time. If people are looking for a band/disco I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and if I ever need a band again I know who to book!"
"The Sidekicks played at my daughter's wedding reception. They were absolutely amazing, plus they're eye candy for the ladies. Thank you so much for a brilliant night. Love from the young mother of the bride. x"
"Hi Mike, So sorry for the delay in getting back to you! Thanks SO much for playing last Monday - we had a wonderful time and everyone enjoyed the music, particularly my friend who was enjoying playing the drums! You made our night by keeping the dance floor filled so thank you! All the best, Faye & Mike."
"The Sidekicks played at our wedding reception and were fantastic and a highly polished and accomplished band which our guests (& us) absolutely loved. We would highly recommend them to anyone for any occasion. They researched our song preferences and took the time to make our first dance extra special. We're extremely grateful for their efforts and for going that extra mile. Best regards, Michelle & Tom."
"Hello, We just wish to say that we're so glad that we chose you as the entertainment for our wedding. It made the evening so much more special and personal for us. Thank you also for taking the time to learn our first dance song and doing a cracking job with it. Overall, you are a highly professional, polished and personable band. We'll happily give you a glowing reference any time for all occasions. Kindest regards, Claire and John Melrose."
"We booked The Sidekicks for our wedding on 4th September 2021. We definitely made the right call, they were brilliant! Our guests and us had the best time with both the band and the DJ sets all evening long. The band manager Mike was so helpful and great at communicating prior to the wedding, that everything just ran so seamlessly. Thank you for making our special day a really fun and lively evening, it suited our wedding, guests and us perfectly! From the new Mr & Mrs Ireland x"
"Played at the wedding of a friend of mine and were excellent. Highly recommended. Handsome bunch too."
"They were absolutely amazing, thank you so much for a brilliant night."
"Mike and the guys played at our wedding in Bordeaux a few weeks ago and were fantastic from start to finish. It was such a pleasure arranging the day with them and absolutely no hassle at all! The music was truly awesome, with everyone on the dance floor from the first dance to the nights close. All of our guests said how much fun they were and how fantastic the mix of music was. I could not recommend them highly enough! Thanks once again to you all."
"The Sidekicks and Chloe played at our wedding on the 2nd of September, and they were absolutely incredible!! They absolutely nailed the first dance - it was amazing! And every other song after that was incredible too! Not only did we think they were amazing, but all of our guests kept asking us who our band was and telling us how good they thought they were. They created such a fab vibe for the evening reception, everyone was up dancing and having the best time! Cannot recommend these guys enough!! They are amazing! Massive thank you to you guys, you absolutely made our night! Lots of love from Mr and Mrs Hannam X"
"Saw these guys at the weekend in Ilfracombe for a friend's wedding! They were fantastic, great music, great voices and had a fab rapport with the audience, they even allowed me to join the band (even as I was a little drunk)!!! would Defo recommend these lads!!! AWESOME!"
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
"What can we say about this band? Simply put .... they're awesome! We were drawn to them based on the glowing reviews and their promotional videos which showcases how this group brings such a great vibe to any occasion. During the planning process the band were super responsive and flexible to talk through the specifics in terms of playing styles throughout our wedding day and any requests we had. We chose a package that included Mike & Chloe as a duet during our ceremony, playing and singing some songs close to us. This was followed by an acoustic set during our reception drinks, Neil joining to provide percussion. When the evening came around, they transformed the dining area into a fantastic party atmosphere with the lighting and sound system. Mike, Neil & Ed played out our first dance perfectly and got everyone on the dance floor from that point on to the end of the night. They played a brilliant mix of tunes live and via DJ so there was never a gap in the vibe which was enhanced even more by Tim on saxophone, moving through the crowd and getting everyone going! These guys had such a range throughout the day and pitched every part perfectly. We cannot thank them enough for making our wedding so memorable and we would highly recommend. 5 Stars!!"
"Still buzzing from an amazing night with The Sidekicks performing at my 40th birthday party! If you need to book a band please hire these guys! They are awesome! Everyone loved them!"
"I don’t even know where to start, from initial enquiry to our wedding day The Sidekicks were absolutely INCREDIBLE. They fit exactly what we were looking for in their description and I’m so so so glad we booked them for our special day. They were perfect, from an accoustic set while our guests arrived, help throughout whenever we needed anything then the main event… the evening! The band were ‘pinch me perfect’ all of our guests were saying what an amazing band they were and asking for their details because they were just SO good. We also had a sax player which just rounded it off as the best wedding ever. They really were amazing and made our special day the best. Thank you so much guys!!!"
"The Sidekicks were brilliant! They sounded amazing and really got the guests up and dancing on the dance floor. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a band for a wedding/function."
"The Sidekicks were amazing at our wedding. They performed a great acoustic set during the drinks reception which really set the tone for the rest of the day. They were able to adapt to a last second change of mind for our first dance. They then rocked the rest of the night. The DJ set also meant that the evening was completely smooth and my wife and I didn’t have to do anything. All our guests had an amazing time and the sidekicks were one of the reasons for this."
"These guys performed at my wedding reception last night they were absolutely brilliant...all of our guests loved them especially my 4-year-old who didn't leave the dance floor. Thank you for making our special evening a fantastic night...you guys were awesome!"
"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 Sidekicks for any event or function."
"The Sidekicks were an excellent addition to our evening! Mike was great in communicating beforehand, and even found us a sax player at very short notice to really add to their sound. Their energy kept our guests dancing through all of their sets and they didn't miss a beat all night. After the event it seemed that we got nothing but rave reviews from our guests for their music, and I can't thank them enough for their part in making our wedding night truly unforgettable!"
"If you are looking for a band to really make your occasion better… look no further. These guys are amazing. We didn’t have one moment the dance floor wasn’t packed and our guests loved it. We also had a saxophone player and we have to say it made the experience even better. Thank you so much for making our evening so special."
"The Sidekicks were truly amazing! We were a little uncertain of our choice for first song, but they were brilliant in creating something memorable specifically for us. It was clear from the communications that they were committed to making this day as memorable for us as possible and Mike and the team were just were incredible in delivering it. Looking back on our day, it was obvious that the Sidekicks delivered an amazing performance. I could not recommend them highly enough! In essence, they were superb and far exceeded our expectations, thank you!"
"The Sidekicks were simply amazing. We hired them for our entire wedding day - start to finish! They performed the ceremony music, an acoustic set during our drinks reception, a party set in the evening and then a DJ set afterwards. Our guests were dancing all day and loved it! They are also such friendly blokes. Thank you for everything!!"
"The Sidekicks 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 Mike’s planning and professionalism gave us confidence from day 1. Our guests were very impressed with them and they had everyone up dancing. They were really friendly and happy to discuss and facilitate our requirements for the weekend. Thanks guys! Many thanks, Charlotte."
"The Sidekicks played at our wedding and they were awesome!! We had a lot of Hungarian traditions going on (inc the groom playing their bass guitar!!) as it was an English/Hungarian wedding and they just took it all in their stride! Thank you so much, you will be highly recommended by us! Thanks Mike for your communication with us throughout all the preparation and on the day! God bless!"
"The Sidekicks played at 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!"
"Dear Mike and the band, What can we say?! We couldn’t have hoped for a more perfect band and DJ for our wedding. People always say that a good band is key for a wedding, and they are so right! Although we had never met you or heard you live before, we were confident from your videos as well as your efficient communication that you were going to keep our guests dancing all night. Mike, your acoustic sets in both the chapel and for the drinks reception were just right and made everything come together. We loved your voice as well as the choice of songs. When it came to the evening, there is no better way of saying how much we loved you than the fact we didn’t want the night to end and didn’t want to get off the dance floor! As a band, you were all so lovely and really engaged our guests and got everyone dancing! We couldn’t recommend you highly enough! Thank you again, Abigail and Paul."
"We booked the band for our wedding through FixTheMusic website, it was the height of the pandemic and I wanted a local band but research was limited to YouTube. Communication was great and fears over having to move the wedding and lose the band in case of another lockdown were gone as they said they could still play if the dates matched which was such a relief so I booked! Mike called a few weeks before the wedding to chat about the venue, type of music and our first dance. On the night the band was brilliant they sang our first dance and then got everyone on the dance floor for the rest of the night playing songs that all our guests enjoyed, we also had the disco which kept everyone dancing and singing along during the bands break. The guests kept telling me how good the band was and that it was great to hear live music again after so long. Thank you for making our wedding day so special we will always have fun memories of everyone having a fabulous time. If people are looking for a band/disco I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and if I ever need a band again I know who to book!"
"The Sidekicks played at my daughter's wedding reception. They were absolutely amazing, plus they're eye candy for the ladies. Thank you so much for a brilliant night. Love from the young mother of the bride. x"
"Hi Mike, So sorry for the delay in getting back to you! Thanks SO much for playing last Monday - we had a wonderful time and everyone enjoyed the music, particularly my friend who was enjoying playing the drums! You made our night by keeping the dance floor filled so thank you! All the best, Faye & Mike."
"The Sidekicks played at our wedding reception and were fantastic and a highly polished and accomplished band which our guests (& us) absolutely loved. We would highly recommend them to anyone for any occasion. They researched our song preferences and took the time to make our first dance extra special. We're extremely grateful for their efforts and for going that extra mile. Best regards, Michelle & Tom."
"Hello, We just wish to say that we're so glad that we chose you as the entertainment for our wedding. It made the evening so much more special and personal for us. Thank you also for taking the time to learn our first dance song and doing a cracking job with it. Overall, you are a highly professional, polished and personable band. We'll happily give you a glowing reference any time for all occasions. Kindest regards, Claire and John Melrose."
"We booked The Sidekicks for our wedding on 4th September 2021. We definitely made the right call, they were brilliant! Our guests and us had the best time with both the band and the DJ sets all evening long. The band manager Mike was so helpful and great at communicating prior to the wedding, that everything just ran so seamlessly. Thank you for making our special day a really fun and lively evening, it suited our wedding, guests and us perfectly! From the new Mr & Mrs Ireland x"
"Played at the wedding of a friend of mine and were excellent. Highly recommended. Handsome bunch too."
"They were absolutely amazing, thank you so much for a brilliant night."
"Mike and the guys played at our wedding in Bordeaux a few weeks ago and were fantastic from start to finish. It was such a pleasure arranging the day with them and absolutely no hassle at all! The music was truly awesome, with everyone on the dance floor from the first dance to the nights close. All of our guests said how much fun they were and how fantastic the mix of music was. I could not recommend them highly enough! Thanks once again to you all."
"The Sidekicks and Chloe played at our wedding on the 2nd of September, and they were absolutely incredible!! They absolutely nailed the first dance - it was amazing! And every other song after that was incredible too! Not only did we think they were amazing, but all of our guests kept asking us who our band was and telling us how good they thought they were. They created such a fab vibe for the evening reception, everyone was up dancing and having the best time! Cannot recommend these guys enough!! They are amazing! Massive thank you to you guys, you absolutely made our night! Lots of love from Mr and Mrs Hannam X"
"Saw these guys at the weekend in Ilfracombe for a friend's wedding! They were fantastic, great music, great voices and had a fab rapport with the audience, they even allowed me to join the band (even as I was a little drunk)!!! would Defo recommend these lads!!! AWESOME!"