Punch The Air are one of the UK’s most experienced providers of wedding reception live entertainment, having performed at hundreds of receptions since the band formed in 2013. If you are searching for wedding reception live entertainment that genuinely gets people on their feet, look no further than this tight, experienced unit from Staffordshire. The band has built its reputation across venues in the Midlands, the North West, Shropshire, Derbyshire and beyond, playing to crowds of all sizes and tailoring every set to the couple on the night. As an indie rock wedding band, Punch The Air bring energy, reliability and genuine musicianship to every reception they play. Contact band leader Andy to check on fee and availability.
Choosing the right live entertainment for your wedding reception is not something to leave to chance. A great band does not just fill the room with sound; it reads the audience, adjusts the energy, and turns an ordinary evening into something people are still talking about years later. The photos and galleries on this page cover a selection of real performances from the summer of 2017, a particularly busy season, and they give a genuine picture of what Punch The Air look like when they are in full flow. From inclusive celebrations at stunning countryside venues in Derbyshire to birthday parties in Lancashire and showcase gigs in Shropshire, this collection covers a wide range of events and locations.
Among the tracks that reliably ignite a dance floor is “Mr Brightside” by The Killers. Written by Brandon Flowers and Dave Keuning and recorded for the band’s debut album Hot Fuss (released in 2004), the track climbed to number 10 on the UK Singles Chart on its first release and has since become one of the most streamed songs in UK chart history. The Killers hail from Las Vegas, and the track’s relentless, jangling momentum makes it a perfect anthem for a packed reception room. Another essential piece of wedding reception live entertainment is “I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor” by the Arctic Monkeys. Written by Alex Turner, the song was released in 2005 as the Sheffield band’s debut single and went straight to number 1 on the UK Singles Chart. It appeared on their landmark first album Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not. Its raw, frenetic energy suits a late-night reception crowd perfectly, and it never fails to draw a crowd to the front.
Same Sex Wedding Live Band Photos – Hargate Hall, Buxton – September 2017
Punch The Air are a fully inclusive same sex wedding band and proud of it. In September 2017 the band performed at a same sex wedding celebration at Hargate Hall near Buxton in Derbyshire, a beautifully converted Victorian hall set in its own grounds in the Peak District. The event was an example of what wedding reception live entertainment should be: joyful, loud, inclusive and utterly unforgettable. If you are planning a same sex celebration and looking for a wedding band near you, Punch The Air travel throughout Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire and right across the country.
Punch The Air Live – Public Showcase Gig, Shrewsbury – August 2017
Not entirely sure whether live entertainment is right for your wedding reception? The best way to decide is to come and see the band perform in person. Punch The Air hold regular public performances throughout the year, giving prospective clients the chance to experience the full show before committing to a booking. There is no better way to gauge the quality of wedding reception live entertainment than watching it happen in front of you. This gallery is from a public showcase held at a venue in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, in August 2017.
Birthday Party at Bashall Barn, Clitheroe, Lancashire – August 2017
Bashall Barn near Clitheroe is one of the great hillside event venues in the North West of England. Set in the Ribble Valley with sweeping views of the Lancashire countryside, it has hosted countless weddings and birthday celebrations. In August 2017 Punch The Air were booked to provide live entertainment for a milestone 50th birthday party here. Clitheroe, Ribchester, Longridge, Whalley and the surrounding villages are all within easy reach for the band, and Lancashire remains one of the most popular areas they perform in outside of the Midlands. The atmosphere at this particular show was electric from the very first song.
Wedding Reception Live Entertainment at Ludlow Brewery, Shropshire – July 2017
Performing at Ludlow Brewery in Shropshire was a genuinely memorable experience. Ludlow is one of the most charming market towns in England, and a brewery setting gives a wedding reception a relaxed, informal character that suits a lot of modern couples. Combining award-winning ales with live indie rock created exactly the kind of loose, celebratory atmosphere that the couple were after. For couples based in south Shropshire, with venues in Ludlow, Craven Arms, Church Stretton or Bridgnorth in mind, Punch The Air are well placed to travel and deliver outstanding wedding reception live entertainment.
Live Showcase – Waterfront Venue, Shrewsbury – June 2017
Earlier in the summer of 2017 the band performed a showcase at a waterfront venue in Shrewsbury, giving local couples the opportunity to see exactly how the live show is set up, how the sound is managed and how the band interacts with an audience. When you book a wedding band with Punch The Air, everything arrives with the performance: full professional PA, stage lighting and a team that handles every technical detail so you can simply enjoy the night. There are no hidden costs, and crucially there are no agency fees to pay.
Thinking about what your wedding reception live entertainment should look and sound like? Watch the video above and you will get a very good sense of the energy Punch The Air bring to a room. This particular footage is from a wedding at Camlad Barns in Shropshire, where the band performed for Emma and Edward on their big day. It captures the raw, high-energy performance style that has made Punch The Air the go-to choice for couples wanting something more than background music at their reception.
Whether your reception is in a country house in Warwickshire, a converted barn in Worcestershire, a hotel in Lichfield or a brewery in Shropshire, the band will travel. To see the full range of packages and options available, visit the live party band packages page, browse the full song repertoire, or read what previous clients have said on the reviews page. For something a little different, the band also offer Bandeoke, where your guests take the mic and sing with the band live on stage.
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All photos from Present Day
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