Annabel and I know how much thought you'll have put into creating your dream wedding day. If you're a regular reader of Love My Dress, it's quite likely your wedding will have been influenced by the style, fashion and fun of a bygone era. We adore weddings inspired by the past and know firsthand how much thought goes into getting those vintage details just right.
You'll want everything to look and feel right – and that includes the entertainment! Whatever era you want to evoke on your special day, there are musicians and artists who love to perform authentic music and dance of the period.
Alive Network Entertainment Agency has all the music you'll ever need for your wedding party.
Supplying live wedding entertainment to over 7,000 customers every year, they offer everything from rock and pop party bands to jazz bands, ceilidh bands and classical musicians. They even have street entertainers, magicians and circus acts on their books! Whatever your imagination can conjure up, Alive Network can source it, and what's more, they can provide entertainment to suit any budget.
Today they've pulled together a handful of the best vintage wedding entertainment available for you to look at and listen to online…
'The 1920s and early 1930s were all about fashion, flappers and lots of fun! Reflect this in your wedding entertainment with acts that recreate the sights and sounds of the Roaring 20s. You don't need a Great Gatsby budget to afford a range of entertainment; many bands offer optional add-ons such as dancers and even dance lessons for your guests – tophole fun!'
'Bands such as the Charleston Swingers are perfect for wedding receptions, bringing the hits of the 1920s to life with style and a terrific sense of humour. If you love Jeeves and Wooster, the music of early Broadway or even Bugsy Malone, you've love 1920s band Toffs in Tails, guaranteed to bring a smile and help your guests "Keep Young and Beautiful"!'
'The 1940s were all about upbeat band tunes, girl groups close harmonies, sentimental songs and instantly recognisable tunes; no wonder the music that helped Britain and Europe through such dark days is so evocative.'
'The original Forces sweethearts vocal groups may now be in their dotage, but the tradition lives on in superb girl groups who sing the hits of the Andrews Sisters with the panache of the Pappino Sisters. The Sweet Arts are an all singing, all dancing vocal trio who sing all those big band hits, such as Chattanooga Choo Choo, Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Sisters and Too Darn Hot. Sirens of Swing provide the authentic soundtrack for any 1940s wedding, while The Daiquiries and The Bugle Bells both bring the style of the 1940 to today's modern pop classics.'
'The 1950s is such a diverse era for music, from the sounds of the Rat Pack to fresh-faced rock and roll bands. Add in lively jazz and jive from across The Pond, and you've got so much to choose from, you'll always find a perfect band to match your party vibe.'
'The Jive Aces are a zoot-suited bunch of fun-loving musicians who put a smile on Simon Cowell's face when they appeared on ‘Britain's Got Talent’, while Blue Note Mitch & The Red Hot Jacks are great if your guests love to dance and singalong with classic swing and live numbers. Swing Central's nine players will get everyone "In the Mood" with hits by Frank Sinatra, Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington and more.'
'Get those drainpipe jeans on and perfect your Jimmy Dean quiff for a real rock 'n roll experience with Whole Lotta Shakin’, whose repertoire includes classic tracks by Buddy Holly, The Beach Boys, Chuck Berry and Eddie Cochran. (They are so good, Bryan Adams booked them for his birthday party!). For authenticity and energy, check out The Jackpots, three talented guys who use vintage instruments and equipment, or Totally Haleys Comets, recreating the look and sound of the father of rock 'n roll.'
'Relive (or rediscover) the excitement and the fashions of the Swinging Sixties with So 60s, more a show than a band, complete with authentic instruments and costumes, and all those classic tracks that make you wanna "Shout"! Or, get on down with the sounds of 1970s disco with Disco Nights, a fantastic party band that get everyone up and dancing all night long.'
'If your wedding theme takes you further back in history, no problem! Alive Network can provide artists for most time periods and styles, from Victorian music hall (perfect for steam punk weddings) to medieval minstrels, musicians and fools for your fairytale castle wedding.'
At Alive Network, you can build a Wish List of acts, check their availability on your chosen date, and see what add-on options they offer, such as extra band members, dancers, and even a free DJ option in between sets. Most acts have audio you can listen to, and many have video so you can see them in action too.
Then, just click to get an instant quote online, including travel, and book to secure your favourite act. If you have any questions, or want something bespoke for your special day, just call the Alive Network team on 0845 108 5500.
They've made it so simple, all that remains for you to do is pick a tune for that all important first dance!
Love Franky
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Founder of Love My Dress. Passionate Podcaster and Editor. Annabel lives in rural North Yorkshire with her husband and business partner Philip, their two daughters and menagerie of furry hounds. She loves photography, meditation, walking, being outdoors and star gazing. She is fierce when it comes to championing talent within the wedding industry and when she's not working on Love My Dress, she supports her husband Philip in the running of the family's sustainable flower farm and floral design business, Moonwind Flowers. In 2013, she became a published author.
