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If you’re holding your wedding reception in Cannock, Staffordshire then hire  Premier Suite Wedding Band Punch The Air. We’ll give you a night you’ll never forget of live music upstairs at Bar Sport on High Green, Manor Avenue. Massive tunes by artists such as Neil Diamond, Oasis, Blink 182, George Ezra, Amy Winehouse, Britpop, Indie, Chart, Pop and more. Contact band leader Andy Starkey to book a Cannock wedding band for your wedding reception. 

Book a Premier Suite Wedding Band in Cannock, Staffordshire

This Staffordshire wedding venue is very close to Cannock Chase are of outstanding natural beauty so your wedding photographers photos will look superb and very unique with all the forest and woodlands in the background. Marquis Drive is a lovely area to visit as well as many other parts of The Chase. 

Punch The Air are premiere musicians at a very reasonable price and all fees include sound, lighting and free DJ services until midnight as standard. 

Staffordshire wedding venue address:

The Premier Suite,
1st Floor,
The Danilo,
85-87 High Green,
Cannock,
WS11 1BJ,
UK

There are certain songs that don’t just sit on a setlist; they own the room. Our Sweet Caroline Neil Diamond cover is arguably the undisputed heavyweight champion of that category. Since Neil Diamond released it in 1969, it has undergone a fascinating transformation from a soft-rock hit into a global phenomenon of collective joy. When those first three horn blasts hit, something happens to a crowd. Shoulders drop, glasses are raised, and even the most reserved person in the room finds themselves bracing for those three iconic words: “So good! So good! So good!” And thats how you’ll feel when you book Punch The Air party band. Contact band leader Andy for price and availability. 

Why does this song work so well for live events, weddings, and parties? It’s the pacing. It starts with a gentle, narrative build—Diamond’s storytelling style at its best—creating a sense of intimacy. But as the chorus approaches, the tension breaks into a pure, unadulterated release. For a live band, performing this isn’t just about hitting the notes; it’s about managing that energy. It’s about making sure the audience feels like they are part of the performance rather than just spectators. It’s the ultimate “icebreaker” because it requires no invitation to join in.

Sweet Caroline Neil Diamond Cover Video (Live)

From sporting arenas in London to late-night wedding dance floors in the UK, “Sweet Caroline” has become a universal language. It bridges the gap between generations. You’ll see grandchildren singing alongside grandparents, everyone unified by a melody that feels like it has existed forever. When Punch The Air cover this track, we focus on capturing that authentic, warm vintage tone while injecting the high-octane energy that a live environment demands. We don’t just play the song; we facilitate that moment where the entire room becomes a choir.

It is rare for a piece of music to remain this culturally relevant for over half a century. Whether it’s the nostalgia for the “good times” Diamond sang about or simply the infectious nature of the arrangement, “Sweet Caroline” remains a mandatory inclusion for any celebration that aims to leave people with a smile on their face. It is a testament to the power of a simple, well-crafted chorus and the enduring legacy of one of songwriting’s greatest icons.

Also here is an acoustic version of this classic track performed by Andy Starkey live in his lounge.

Hire a St Georges Hall Wedding Band and Punch The Air will fill The Great Hall with covers of songs by all your favourite artists for your Merseyside wedding reception. Massive chart hits from indie bands, pop and rock bands modern to old by Queen, The Killers, Kaiser Chiefs, George Ezra, Bryan Adams and more. Get in contact with band leader Andy Starkey to discuss your live music requirements for your wedding at St George’s Hall .

Book a St George’s Hall Wedding Band in Liverpool

The Great Hall is the most amazing wedding venue we’ve ever played and it can accommodate up to 600 seated guests. St. Georges Hall is a Grade I listed building oozing with class and classic aesthetics. 

Live photos of professional wedding band Punch The Air performing at St George’s Hall.

Merseyside wedding venue address:

St. George’s Hall,
St. George’s Place,
Liverpool,
Merseyside,
L1 1JJ
UK

Easily reachable from areas such as Bewdley, Bradford, Birmingham, Worcester, Bristol, Reading, High Peak, Kidderminster, Norwich and Altrincham. 

You’ve hired your venue so now it’s time to book a Bentley Brook Wedding Band for your reception in Derbyshire. Punch The Air will provide you with a whole night of live music that you and every single one of your Derbys guests will know and love. Huge indie rock, pop and chart tunes from The Beatles, Kings Of Leon, Oasis, George Ezra, Neil Diamond, The Clash, Florence & The Machine and more from our wedding repertoire. Brides and grooms love us, family members adore us, kids oprship us, work colleagues love us too.  Hire a wedding band in Fenny Bentley and surrounding areas and have an evening of high energy performances impress your wedding reception guests. Contact band leader Andy Starkey now to hire a Derbyshire wedding band. 

Hire a Bentley Brook Wedding Band in Derbyshire

Bentley Brook Inn is a superb wedding venue with a purpose built function suite called “The Dovedale Suite” which features a bar able to hold 100 guests in the day and 200 guests in the evening. They even have wedding accomodation for up to 36 guests with twelve ensuite rooms. 

Punch The Air have performed live at Bentley Brook Inn on many occasions and here is one of these performances featured below in photos.

Address for Derbyshire Dales wedding band just two miles from Ashbourne:

The Bentley Brook Inn,
Fenny Bentley,
Derbyshire,
DE6 1LF,
UK.

Get ready to hire a White Hart Alfreton Wedding Band and have Punch The Air perform live at your Derbyshire wedding reception. Indie rock, chart pop from all decades with a high energy stage performance. Contact band leader Andy Starkey to hire a Alfreton wedding reception band. 

Book a White Hart Alfreton Wedding Band for a Moorwood Moor Lane wedding reception

Live photos of Punch The Air performing at White Heart Inn Alfreton.

The White Hart Inn is a “Limiter” wedding venue with volume / noise restrictions so we always bring along our state of the art electronic drum kit to adhere to this as you can see in the above photos. 

Derbyshire wedding reception venue:

White Hart Inn
Inns Lane,
Moorwood Moor Lane,
Alfreton,
Derbyshire,
DE55 7NU, UK

Book musicians for a Browsholme Hall Tithe Barn Wedding Band in Clitheroe and professional party band Punch The Air will make sure your wedding reception goes off with the loudest of bangs. All guests of all ages will be dancing and singing along to chart hits by Queen, George Ezra, Blink 182, Wheatus, The Beatles, Neil Diamond, Coldplay and more from our wedding repertoire. Two live performances or one long set? We don’t mind either way, it’s your special day so you decide and have it your way. Contact band leader Andy Starkey to hire a Clitheroe wedding band. 

Book a Browsholme Hall Tithe Barn Wedding Band in Lancashire

Live video of Lancashire wedding band Punch The Air playing massive hits at a wedding reception party. 

North West wedding band Punch The Air performing live at Browsholme Hall Tithe Barn Clitheroe

Lancashire wedding venue address:

Browsholme Hall & Tithe Barn
Clitheroe Road,
Cow Ark,
Clitheroe,
Lancashire,
BB7 3DE,
United Kingdom

Book a Norbury Village Hall Wedding Band and Punch The Air will perform all your favourite hits by bands like Blink 182, The Beatles, Kings Of Leon, Amy Winehouse, Kaiser Chiefs, Queen, George Ezra and more. Hire a Bishops Castle cover band for a wedding reception by contacting band leader Andy Starkey. Always book a professional Shropshire party band with over a decades experience together and over 170 REAL reviews for your special day to avoid any nasty problems.

Hire a Norbury Village Hall Wedding Band in Shropshire

Shropshire wedding venue address:

Norbury Village Hall,
Norbury,
Bishops Castle,
SY9 5DX

Completely live video of professional wedding band Punch The Air performing at Norbury Hall

Photos of Punch The Air performing live at Norbury Village Hall for Katie & Richard. Photos courtesy of Chris Maddox Photography. 

Book a Longton Rugby Party Band with Punch The Air performing live for your birthday party, wedding reception, corporate event, meeting, conference and more. The Phoenix Suite clubhouse can be hired for all you party needs and even features a small dancefloor. Contact band leader Andy Starkey for price and availability for a band that performs songs by George Ezra, Bryan Adams, Killers, Kaiser Chiefs, Queen and more. 

Hire a Longton Rugby Party Band in Stoke-On-Trent

Longton Rugby Club,
Eastern Rise,
Sir Stanley Matthews Way,
Stoke-On-Trent,
West Midlands
ST4 8WG

Live music for your event at Longton Rugby Party Band

Choosing the right venue for your big day is a major milestone in your planning journey, and if you have selected this stunning Georgian country house overlooking the Limpley Stoke Valley, you have made a wonderful choice. The next crucial step is securing entertainment that matches the grandeur and beauty of your surroundings. If you want your evening reception to be an unforgettable celebration filled with energy, dancing, and incredible music, you need an experienced Limpley Stoke Hotel Wedding Band to guide the night. Punch The Air are here to transform your evening party into a high-octane live music experience that you and your guests will talk about for years to come. We’ll perform a superb selection of indie rock and well known songs from 50s, 60, 70s, 80s, 90, and 2000’s onwards that all your guests will enjoy from our repertoire. Blink 182, George Ezra, Kaiser Chiefs, The Beatles, Amy Winehouse, Neil Diamond and more. Contact band leader Andy now.

Why Book a Limpley Stoke Hotel Wedding Band?

Every historic venue possesses its own distinct layout, acoustic profile, and unique charm. Booking a specialised Limpley Stoke Hotel Wedding Band means working with professional musicians who understand how to optimise the sound in elegant, character-filled rooms. Whether your celebration is hosted in one of the spacious function rooms or a more intimate setting within the property, our professional three-piece lineup delivers a perfectly balanced sound. We know exactly how to fill a dancefloor without overwhelming your guests, ensuring that the volume levels are ideal for both the dedicated dancers and the family members catching up at the tables.

Tailored Live Music for Your Bath Wedding Reception

Our repertoire is carefully crafted to appeal to music lovers of all generations. As a premier wedding band at Limpley Stoke Hotel, Punch The Air specialise in upbeat indie rock anthems alongside massive chart hits from across the decades. Expect to hear your favourite tracks from bands like The Killers, Oasis, Blink-182, and Arctic Monkeys, seamlessly blended with timeless classics from Queen, Bryan Adams, and Amy Winehouse. This diverse musical mix ensures that your evening entertainment bridges the generation gap, keeping your school friends, colleagues, parents, and grandparents dancing together all night long.

Live photos of Punch The Air performing at this Limpley Stoke wedding venue as Kylie & Ian’s wedding reception band.

Note: This wedding venue has a Noise Limiter fitted which is why we always bring along our state of the art electronic drum kit so we can adhere to the decibel volume limits. 

Serving Couples Across Wiltshire, Somerset, and the Avon Valley

The unique positioning of the venue on the border of Wiltshire and Somerset makes it an ideal hotspot for couples tying the knot from all over the region. Our services as a local Limpley Stoke Hotel Wedding Band extend far beyond the immediate village borders, regularly bringing us into contact with couples hosting celebrations nearby. Whether you are living locally in the immediate parish or traveling from the historic streets of Bath just a few miles up the road, we provide a premium, localised service.

We frequently cater to weddings for couples based in neighboring towns and villages such as Bradford-on-Avon, Freshford, Midford, and Hinton Charterhouse. The hotel is perfectly positioned to attract parties from the wider Somerset and Wiltshire areas, including Trowbridge, Melksham, and Westbury, as well as those coming straight from the bustling city center of Bristol. Because we know the roads and venues of the West Country so well, you can trust that our arrival, setup, and soundcheck will be completely punctual and professional, no matter where your guests are traveling from.

A Complete Entertainment Package for Peace of Mind

Planning a wedding involves managing a massive number of moving parts, which is why we keep our booking process and performance packages as straightforward and stress-free as possible. When you hire us as your wedding live music provider at Limpley Stoke Hotel, we bring everything required for a flawless night of entertainment. Our comprehensive package includes a state-of-the-art sound system, professional stage lighting, and dancefloor lighting effects.

Furthermore, we provide a complimentary DJ-style playlist service during our breaks. This means the music never stops, the energy stays high, and you do not need to spend extra money hiring a separate DJ. From the moment your evening guests arrive until the final chords fade away at the end of the night, your entertainment programme is completely taken care of.

Creating Unforgettable Memories in a Stunning Setting

The beautiful countryside surrounding Bath provides a romantic backdrop for your special day, and the right live music provides the perfect soundtrack. From your romantic first dance as a married couple to the final, sweat-soaked indie anthem where all your friends surround you on the dancefloor, we focus on creating moments of pure joy. We pride ourselves on our crowd interaction and high-energy performances, ditching the stale, clock-watching attitude of typical function acts. We are just as excited to celebrate your marriage as your guests are.

If you are ready to secure a premium Limpley Stoke Hotel Wedding Band that guarantees a packed dancefloor and an incredible atmosphere, get in touch with Punch The Air today to check our availability and receive a bespoke quote for your wedding date. Come find us on Instagram and see what we’ve been up to recently . 

Somerset wedding venue address:

Best Western Limpley Stoke Hotel, Woods Hill, Limpley Stoke, Bath BA2 7FZ, Somerset, UK

Hello brides, grooms, ladies and gentlemen, party planners and corporate folk here for your viewing pleasure is the full set of high end videos from throughout the years of Andy Starkey performing as a Solo Acoustic Party Musician. Throughout this page you’ll find lots of live wedding, party, birthday, corporate and bar performances of pop tunes from old to new plus some fun with theme tunes too.

Stop what you’re doing right now and contact Andy to hire a solo acoustic party musician. Don’t leave it too late though, you only have one date, but we have many clients wanting to book Andy on your exact same date. 

Full List Of Solo Acoustic Party Musician Videos

“If I Needed Someone” by The Beatles filmed in and around Liverpool.

Andrew Starkey is a massive Beatles fan and so decided to cover this George Harrison track from Rubber Soul. He then took it one step further, drove up to Liverpool and spent the day filming this video in and around famous Beatles Merseyside spots and Beatles home addresses. This is the sort of effort you should expect from your hired musician surely? 

The Cavern Club, Liverpool appearance.

Yes, you read that right, The Cavern Club Liverpool. Andy has even performed live at the most prestigious venue in the whole of the UK (If not know as the most famous venue in the world). This was a dream come true for him as I’m sure you can image.

Acoustic Solo Wedding Musician Lisa & Jays Wedding Reception.

Andy performing at a Staffordshire wedding venue for Lisa & Jays weddings reception. The venue couldn’t work out how to play their special first dance song over their in-house PA system so Andy performed Wonderwall by Oasis live for them and then broke out the party songs below.

Live at an Edgbaston Bar

Andy performing live at a bar in Edgbaston, Birmingham, Midlands during the late afternoon for their first anniversary birthday party.

Live performances in a Staffordshire bar featuring songs from the year 2000 and beyond.

Performing songs at a bar in Staffordshire by The Killers, Kings Of Leon,  Amy Winehouse, Florence + The Machine, Stereophonics and Blink 182 and more.

Live performances in a bar featuring songs from the 1990’s.

Tracks by Oasis, James, The La’s, Deep Blue Something, Ricky Martin and The Mavericks.

Live performances in a bar of songs from the 1980’s.

Bringing you huge 80’s tunes by Rick Astley, Soft Cell and Tears For Fears.

Live performances in a bar of songs from the 1970’s.

Massive 70s hits by Lynyrd Skynyrd, Queen, Undertones, The Clash & Pink Floyd. 

Live performances from an Acoustic Solo Wedding Musician in a bar of songs from the 1960’s and 50’s.

Taking it all the way back to the 1950s & 60s with live songs by Bill Haley & His Comets, The Beatles, The Monkees, Van Morrison, Simon & Garfunkel, Ben E King. 

Shropshire Bar Performance Acoustic Solo Wedding Musician.

Andy performing Tainted Love by Soft Cell & I’m A Believer by The Monkees at a Shropshire bar.

Midland Swanky bar promo video featuring Andy Starkey. 

While Andy was performing at this Midlands bar they were also shooting a promo video for the pub there. All live music you can hear was performed live by Andy. He also pops up in the video from time to time as well.

Theme Tune Thursday ‘Baywatch Theme’

Andy is one of those musicians that is always up for trying something different which is why he started his ‘Theme Tune Thursdays’ set of videos. Here he is performing the Theme to Baywatch “I’m Always Here” originally sung by Jimi Jamison from ‘Eye Of The Tiger’ Rocky theme fame band Survivor. This song was a request at a wedding that Andy had never thought to cover before and learned it the following week. 

Theme Tune Thursday ‘Rastamouse’ from Andy Starkey Acoustic Solo Wedding Musician

Andy’s favourite kids theme tune of recent was ‘Rastamouse’ so he worked it out and performed it live in the below video.

Theme Tune Thursday ‘Button Moon’

A request from a fan, this sad little tune was recorded on a scorching hot Summers day.

Theme Tune Thursday – ‘Son’s & Daughters’ Acoustic Solo Wedding Musician

Another scorching hot Summer’s day in Staffordshire and another theme tune. This time its Australian TV series ‘Sons and Daughters’ which ran from 1982 to 1987. Written by Peter Pinne & Don Battye and originally performed by Mick Leyton and Kerrie Biddell. This is the version that some people say is in 3/4 timing, but Andy believes it’s actually in 6/8 timing.

Find out more about Andy Starkey.