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Boogie all nightMUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT Meet local musicians and entertainers
Whether you’re tying the knot in the morning or having an evening soirée, there will be points during the day when your guests will need entertaining. To help give you some ideas, we’ve rounded up some of the best local suppliers.
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Meet Steven Robertson from Entertainment Nation Ltd
08005 300 035 | www.entertainment-nation.co.uk
Looking for your dream wedding band or musician? At Entertainment Nation, you’ll find just that! We believe nothing brings a wedding to life like topquality live music. We offer folk acoustic, cool rock, indie, fresh and funky soul and Motown and sophisticated vintage jazz ensembles. You’ll find an act you love that will complement your theme and give your guests an unforgettable experience.
If you want to create a magical and intimate feeling during your wedding ceremony, a live performance from a talented musician is incomparable. Imagine walking down the aisle to the sumptuous tones of a string quartet, the celestial sound of a harp or maybe a pianist, guitarist or singer would create the mood you’re looking for? Our classical musicians will bring sparkle and elegance to your big day and play both beautiful classical standards as well as reimagined pop and rock classics like you’ve never heard them before.
Your drinks reception deserves some love too. How about an acoustic singer or duo to create a live-lounge style feel as your guests sip their bubbly in the sun? A saxophonist can conjure an Ibiza chill vibe in an instant or why not amaze and astound everyone with the mind-boggling talents of a magician?
Whatever type of entertainment you’re after, you’ll find it at Entertainment Nation. Our friendly advisers are on hand to help match you with the act that’s perfect for you. We’re here all day, every day, to help with any questions you may have and provide you with a secure contract and peace of mind when you book.
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Meet Dayton Grey from Dayton Music UK
07946 336 061 | www.daytongrey.co.uk
Dayton Grey UK first started in 2013, when I was 32. I initially performed as part of a duo named Domino with my close friend Helen Hale. I was surprised to find myself so at home on stage, and I soon gained confidence. In 2014, I performed my first wedding as a soloist. The feeling was like no other! Eager to explore my place in the industry, I took part in several wedding fairs. Things took off quickly, and all subsequent bookings came from recommendations, guests from previous weddings, social media, or TV shows. Then the pandemic hit. The impact on our amazing industry was devastating. It didn’t just affect suppliers financially. Weddings planned by couples for years were suddenly, and heartbreakingly, cancelled and rescheduled only to be cancelled again. My wife and I spent countless hours consoling devastated couples, rearranging their original suppliers and being a soundboard during difficult times.
As a supplier, my wife and I become emotionally invested in each couple’s special day. Being chosen is such an honour, one we never take for granted. Throughout the process, we create great relationships with the couples, so they feel like they are speaking to a trusted friend, rather than a service provider. I’m often rebooked to sing and DJ at their future christenings, birthdays and anniversaries.
In 2021, I was awarded Wedding Musical Act of the Year in the West Midlands by The Wedding Industry Awards. Being my first time nominated, winning was a huge surprise! I have just received the same award for a second consecutive year.
In addition to performing covers, I write and record original music. My debut single raised over £4000 for Fibromyalgia Action UK, and two recent collaborations with writer/producer Alex Lloyd went straight to number one in the Amazon Music charts.
During the first lockdown, I was approached to be the male lead of a new national theatre show, Endless Love. Our opening show in February at The Lighthouse Theatre, Kettering, was incredible. Phenomenal vocalist, Leanne Sandy performs Diana Ross’ songs while I present Lionel Richie’s hits.
Throughout my career, I’ve been blessed to share the stage on several occasions with Ray Lewis, former lead singer of The Drifters, invited to be an industry expert judge on BBC1’s All Together Now, and performed as a mystery singer on BBC1’s I Can See Your Voice. I recently appeared on ITV’s new primetime show, Starstruck.
I can provide the perfect music for your ceremony, ambience for your pre-drinks and/or wedding breakfast and fun-filled evening reception! Additionally, I offer a DJ service to ensure your entertainment flows flawlessly, so, you can be assured that you are in safe hands! 46
Helen Barley Harpist and Singer
Pre Ceremony Civil Ceremony Church Ceremony Drinks Reception Wedding Breakfast Evening Reception DJ Service
On the most magical day of your life...
01384 877572 07711 128572 helenharp@mac.com www.helenbarley.co.uk Helen Barley Harp
West Midlands based singer Dayton, is passionate about working with you to create the perfect soundtrack to which you will begin married life, whilst keeping the process as smooth and stress free as possible. Every couple is unique - and your wedding entertainment should be tailored to embrace that! From the personalised elements of your ceremony, to the ambience of your pre-drinks reception and/or wedding breakfast... to your fun filled evening reception, Dayton ensures the atmosphere reflects who you are as a couple, leaving you & your guests with a lifetime of precious memories! The optional DJ service Dayton offers facilitates seamless entertainment, ensuring your wedding flows flawlessly! Having won ‘Regional Wedding Musical Act Of The Year’ for 2 consecutive years by The Wedding Industry Awards, you can feel confident that you are in safe hands, should you choose to book!
www.daytongrey.co.uk
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‘Unique without compromise’ Individually designed, luxury accessories from preloved & repurposed vintage silks, lace and jewellery.
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Sustainable heirlooms to inspire & delight on your special day creating a real ‘forever’ story.
57 Market Street, Hednesford, Staffordshire WS12 1AD info@sorella-events.co.uk | 01543 642652
Sorella is a family run business, working in and around the west midlands, producing beautiful and unusual venue design.
We are creative and driven by our fabulous clients to always deliver a first class service with spectacular venue transformations, from small events to grand weddings, we’ve got it covered. With many years in the Wedding Industry, and in flower design, we believe the secret of our success lies in personally creating designs which truly reflect our clients and their occasions. Added to that our attention to detail and our attitude to “go the extra mile” and you can really delight in our unrivalled 5 star service.
Meet harpist Helen Barley
01384 877 572 | www.helenbarley.co.uk
I’m a harpist based in Kinver specialising in weddings and am passionate about helping couples have the best day possible. I’m a graduate of the Royal Manchester College of Music, and I later did my post-graduate studies at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. My work with a group of autistic children led me to buy a small harp as an experiment. Both the children and I completely fell in love with the instrument, and so a period of intensive training followed, including lessons from some of the country’s top harpists. I now enjoy singing at weddings and other functions. I sing and play covers in many different genres of music, offering a wide range of styles. I also teach the harp and am the director of the Kinver Harp Ensemble. My wide variety of harps are available for all situations, and amplification can be provided if required.
I give my full commitment to providing the perfect music for the ceremony, drinks reception or wedding breakfast. To that end, I offer a free consultation for couples to see and hear the harps and discuss their options.
My charges depend on the date, location and which part of the wedding need my services. My minimum cost is £290 for any part of the wedding. For two parts, such as the ceremony and drinks reception, I don’t charge by the hour as I’ve found weddings rarely run on time, so I prefer to charge for the event and then it doesn’t matter if everything runs a bit late.
I work alone and only play one wedding a day, so it’s essential to book as soon as you have secured your date and venue to avoid disappointment.
My favourite part of playing at weddings is contributing to a couple’s happiness. I feel privileged to be part of such an important occasion, and I love every moment of it.
My passion is makeup and to make every Bride look and feel amazing, after all a Wedding Day is one of the most important days of your life and it will probably be captured in hundreds of photos.
I use gorgeous skincare products and luxury makeup brands and professionally apply to ensure each of my brides is glowing, confident and ready for her special day. Bridal trials can be held at home or at my new studio in Halesowen and with a variety of Wedding Packages and bespoke ideas I’m sure I have an option for you.
