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  • 1. The Honey Moons
  • 2. Phil Hopwood - Guitar/BVs
  • 3. Kirsten Adamson - Lead vocals/guitar
  • 4. Tom Pickles - Sax
  • 5. Paul Gilbody - Bass/vocals
  • 6. Ru Stewart - Drums
  • 7. Emma Pethyridge - Fiddle
  • 8. An empty room
  • 9. Photo booth japes...
  • 10. Kirsten at the Meadows festival - thanks to Rayonik for the pics!:  https://www.flickr.com/photos/rayonick/sets/72157645304340566/
  • 11. At the Meadows festival - thanks to Rayonik for the pics!:  https://www.flickr.com/photos/rayonick/sets/72157645304340566/
  • 12. At the Meadows festival - thanks to Rayonik for the pics!:  https://www.flickr.com/photos/rayonick/sets/72157645304340566/
  • 13. Tom Pickles
  • 14. At the Meadows festival - thanks to Rayonik for the pics!:  https://www.flickr.com/photos/rayonick/sets/72157645304340566/
  • 15. At the Meadows festival - thanks to Rayonik for the pics!:  https://www.flickr.com/photos/rayonick/sets/72157645304340566/

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Overview

  • Outstanding rock, pop covers and ceilidh band
  • Repertoire of old rock anthems mixed with some 60s and 70s pop classics
  • Perform mainly as a 5 piece with either sax or fiddle and can play as a 6 piece with both
  • A musician pool with the best players in Scotland

The Honey Moons are based in Edinburgh and frequently play throughout the Central Belt, up north and in the Borders. Will consider travelling further afield for an additional fee.


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  1. Be My Baby - The Ronettes
  2. Walk like an Egyptian - The Bangles
  3. Walk of Life - Dire Straits
  4. Toothpaste Kisses - Macabees
  5. Dream a Little Dream - The mamas and the papas
  6. Ibiza Mix - Various
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    About this Act

    Edinburgh based rock, pop and ceilidh act The Honey Moons pride themselves on their high-energy performances that get partygoers up on the dance floor and keep them there! 

    With an extensive musical repertoire from the 1950s through to modern day floor fillers this band caters for every taste and do it in style. The Honey Moons are the perfect party band for both weddings and corporate events and depending on the line-up you can have a great ceilidh set too. 

    The Honey Moons will tailor your bespoke evening's entertainment around you and will happily cater for any special requirements for your big day and are happy to answer any of your questions.

    PLEASE NOTE: The Honey Moons work from a pool of the best musicians in Scotland. The band line up may differ to that shown in their promotional material but the core of the band remains the same.

    The band are managed exclusively by Freak Music so either put a enquiry through this site or simply call Chloe or Chris at Freak on 0131 467 2539 and please check out their website.

    Follow them on Twitter and Facebook too...

    Testimonials 

    "Thank you all so much for playing at our wedding. We had a brilliant time all night and everybody commented on how good you sounded. The 1st dance was really special for us and you did a great job of it. xx
     
    All the best,
     
    Ross and Zofia - 23rd June wedding

    "A massive thank you for playing so wonderfully at our wedding on 18th August at Wedderburn Castle!

    The music was phenomenal, I couldn't have hoped for it to be better. It was wonderful, when I was flapping and worrying so much, when you said "leave it all to us" and it just turned out wonderfully! You had my "non-dancing" friends on the dancefloor all night. Our first and second dance songs were just perfect, I will never forget that first dance with my new husband. 

    The way you finished the evening as well was great, such a wonderful night full of happiness!

    Thanks again, and the very best for your future."

    Dr. & Dr. Cowie (Lucy & Tom) 18th August 2018

    "Hello Phil! wow what an amazing day we had and you guys were absolutely phenomenal! the word’s “how amazing is the band you booked!” were said countless time to ali and I throughout the evening and over the past two days. we can’t thank you enough. you really got the party started and gave us the most amazing first dance too. please pass on our thanks to all. we will be recommending everyone try to book the honey moons!! thanks from Mr & Mrs Smith x"

    31/8/2018 - Emma Stuart and Ally Smith - Old Course Hotel, St Andrews

    "Thank you for playing for Fran and I’s big day last weekend. We were looking for a band that wasn’t your typical cheesy wedding band and you guys certainly weren’t that. All the covers were brilliant aswell as the ceilidh dancing. The mix of singers and saxophone made for an awesome sound and kept everyone dancing. Also very grateful for letting our wee band play a couple of tunes before letting the pros back to it. 

    Would have no hesitation in recommending you guys for a wedding and hope to see you at another one soon

    Thanks again"

    Fran and Gareth, 28/7/2018

    "Hi Phil and band!

    Just wanted to write you a quick email to say a huge thank you to you all! You were fantastic. I didn't leave the dance floor all night (you may have noticed!!) 
     
    We had lots of compliments about you guys particularly about song choice, Kirsten's outstanding voice and wonderful Gay Gordon's and Strip the Willow!! I had an absolute ball. Also thank you for the end of the night, seeing everyone in a circle was really special - still can't believe they were all there for us!!"
     
    Catriona and Andy - Broadmeadows House, Selkirk - 30th June

    "Thank you for the fantastic music at our daughter Charlotte's wedding at Balbirnie on Friday, it really set the seal on a perfect day. Everyone has been telling us how much they liked the band!
    The Ceilidh interludes were terrific fun and got everyone on the floor!
    But special thanks for the First Dance tune, "Rosie", it was truly special, and we know Charlotte is thrilled with the cover recording you sent her.
    Best regards"

    Sheila and David Purves - 16th June 2018 - Balbirnie House

    "Hi,
    Scott and I just wanted to drop you an email to say thank you so much for an amazing night on Saturday 19th May at our wedding reception. You guys were amazing and made sure that people were up dancing. Every guest we spoke to during the night kept saying how great you were and it is so true.

    Scott and I are very sorry that we didn't get to catch you before you left, I hope you made it back down the road ok.
    Once again thank you so much and if there is anywhere where you would like us to leave feedback for future clients to review please let us know as we would be happy to do so.

    Kind regards"

    Cahra Patterson - 19th May - Auchterarder

    "Phil, sorry it's taken a while to get this written. A long overdue and heartfelt thanks for performing at our wedding, and another thorough recommendation for anyone reading through these testimonials. We managed to book the Honey Moons at just a couple of months' notice and are simply delighted that we did. From first contact to last, you've been a pleasure to deal with. All super relaxed, organised, enthusiastic and cheerful on the night as well which was appreciated. Extremely happy that you were able to learn a specific song for our first dance, again at short notice. It was performed beautifully and we appreciated you sending us the recording of it the very next day. Our guests all had a great time (as did we) and we received loads of comments congratulating us on our choice of entertainment. Folk were thoroughly impressed with you. I would have absolutely no problems recommending the Honey Moons to anyone. You really made a tremendous contribution to our big day and AnneLouise and I are both very grateful.  I should also add that for the performance and the professionalism, we felt your fee was tremendous value. 

    Very much hope to see you on stage again at some other wedding in the future. All the best and thanks again."

    Alan and AnneLouise

    "Thank you so much for playing our wedding on 4th November at Fasque. All my guests loved you and we’ve had so many compliments on you guys. We really couldn’t have asked for a better band. 
    Thank you"

    Mr & Mrs Braid - 4th November

    "Wow. You guys were brilliant. Sorry it took our party a while to get going. That free bar was not a great idea at the start but meant the floor filled later !! 

     
    You were absolutely terrific and we will be recommending you to all of our friends and family. Fantastic. 
     
    Your version of The Adventures song was fab. Euan's face was priceless ! Thanks ! 
     
    With the kindest regards."
     
    Sam and Euan - Joint 50th 11th November 2017

    "Hi Phil, 

     
    Can't believe I'm just writing this now but Colin and I just wanted to say a huge thank you to you and the band for such an amazing night for our celebration down at Leith Theatre! 
     
    Everyone had a brilliant time and the band made our night extra special! 
     
    We really appreciated it and to do it so last minute was brilliant. 
     
    Thanks so much again!" 
     
    Debs and Colin - 1st September wedding

    "My wife and I cannot describe how happy we both are, that we chose 'The Honey Moons' for our wedding at Crear in July 2017.

    We spent a great deal of time at showcase events scouting out a band for our perfect day, but after seeing The Honey Moons play a set at the Ghillie Dhu in Edinburgh, we had no hesitation and booked.

    Firstly I must detail that the communication from Phil throughout the whole process was second to none. From discussion of setlist to the planning of the days logistics.

    Kirstin's voice

    There are so many things that we feel sets 'The Honey Moons' apart from other bands. Firstly Kirsten has such a unique voice that really appealed to both of us. An almost mix of Debbie Harry and Angel Olson. At the wedding Kirsten sang impeccably and with passion. Kirsten's voice coupled with the full sound of the bands, jangly guitars and soulful saxophone really makes for something special.

    The Honey Moons also went above and beyond the call of duty by making a special recording of our first dance song. We requested this due to having a routine for our first dance and were given a Mp3 file , which we will cherish and have forever.

    On the evening of the wedding, the band were very professional and non invasive when setting up for their performance. Our guests were all on the floor for the sound check (not realising it was a soundcheck) and the band were great at filling the floor throughout. The band also expertly guided our guests through three ceilidh tracks, which was a lovely experience.

    At the end of the night the guests were raving about how good the band were and all comments were very positive. Kirsten and Phil also came to have a quick chat with us and we thanked them for providing the perfect entertainment for our big day."

    Steven & Nicola Stafford
    19/07/2017

    "Hi Phil and the band,

    We would just like to say thanks so much for playing our wedding on Saturday night, it was some party! Your version of our first dance was awesome. Everyone commented on how great you were and was amazing to see the dance floor so full from start to finish. Thanks for throwing a few Irish songs into the music at the break. I think our Irish guests really enjoyed the ceilidh. You have a really great band and we wish you all well for the rest of the wedding season!

    Thanks!"

    Scott and Nora McReadie - Crieff Hydro - 12th August 2017

    "The Honey Moons played at our festival themed wedding on 8th July and fully lived up to our hopes and expectations. When researching bands their site was irresistible!! We knew we had made a great choice and we could not wait for the reception. The band were easy to communicate with, made us feel like no request was too much and were happy to learn our song for the first dance. Every single guest, from age 3 - 86 danced throughout the evening and raved about the band. The Honey Moons embraced our festival theme with their playlist, which was outstanding. I never left the dance floor!  At the end of the evening the band made our son's day by signing autographs on their set list. A treasure to keep forever. 

    Thank you so much for headlining our day. You guys rocked!!"
     
    Karen and David Johnstone
     
    8th July 2017 - Balmakewan House
     
    "The Honey Moons recently played at our wedding at Norton House and far exceeded our expectations. Their talent, style and enthusiasm had all the guests on the dance floor from the opening number and they never left again until the last dance.
    From the initial booking they created a sense of trust in their ability and encouraged us to leave the playlist to them. They only asked for our first dance request and embraced learning Paul Weller's version 'Thinking of you' which they performed brilliantly. Their performance of 'Thinking of you' was so suburb and excellent it made us feel the romance and everything the song means, the inclusion of the flute was extra special. Feedback from our guests was entirely positive with specific praise given to the amazing voices of the singers, the very talented saxophone and flute players. In fact every single member of the band radiated with joy and talent. We would not hesitate in recommending this band to others. As with the first dance the romance of the occasion was felt through out all of their performance."
     
    Marcus and Jackie Stone
    Norton House
    March 2017
     
    "We booked the Honeymoons for our wedding at the South Hall Edinburgh and they were amazing! I don't think I've ever danced so much in my life! We knew we wanted to book them due to their great portfolio of excellent songs, incredible musicianship and also because they were different to every other band out there and a bit more Rock and Roll! Music plays a big role in both of our lives so getting the right band was one of the most important things to consider when organising our wedding reception. The Honeymoons exceeded all our expectations and played and absolute blinder. With every song, the party got more and more lively and the energy in the room was electric. Friends and relatives that I've NEVER seen dance got up boogied like crazy! From the first email enquiry to the last note played, they were a pleasure to deal with, explaining everything in detail. They even took the time to learn our first dance and performed it perfectly! They are excellent musicians that play brilliantly together and have clearly worked exceptionally hard to deliver an unforgettable experience. So many of our guests came up to us during the night to tell us how much fun they were having and how amazing the band were. I think that says it all really! If you love music, love a party and want the best day of your life to get even better, do yourself a favour and book the Honeymoons. Thank you so much to you all! You are the best wedding band we've ever heard and we are so grateful to have you as a part of our special day!"
     
    All the best and thank you to you all again. 
     
    Dave and Mairead! x
    South Hall, Pollock Halls, 22nd April 2017

    "Hi Phil and the Honey Moons,

    Myself and Stephanie would like to say a huge thank you for performing at our wedding. You guys were absolutely fantastic and we genuinely couldn't have asked for a better band; you managed to make an already fantastic day even better. Everyone had an amazing time and your cover of 500 Miles was great.

    Thanks again."

    Jamie and Stephanie

    "The Honey Moons are in a league of their own, way above any other wedding band that I have ever heard in my many years as a wedding photographer.
    Graham and I put the band and the budget for our band way above other things that we wanted for our wedding. We know that the band can make or break your evening and that we wanted one that would exceed everyones' expectations.
    The Honeymoons were worth every single penny and I'd book them again in a heartbeat and will be recommending them to my future clients.
    They sounded amazing and we have had so many positive comments from our guests to say how brilliant The Honeymoons. We loved their sound, playlist, look, attitude and professionalism. From the moment we booked you we have had such a professional service. They answered all our emails very quickly, communication with them was great and they really understood what we wanted from our evening. They were polite and worked incredibly hard all night. They all seemed to be so happy and having a great time, just like we were. The dance floor was full all night!!
    Thanks so much to all of you,

    We LOVED The Honey Moons!!

    Ally and Graham

    Rufflets Hotel, St Andrews

    13th April 2017

    "Guys, thanks for playing our wedding at Mount Stuart You were outstanding and the dance floor was rocking all night. You exceeded our expectations and we are eternally grateful. Thank you very much from wife,Carley Scanlan and I. Great vibe, great vocals, great band!"

    Simon Kerr and Carley Scanlan

    7th January 2017, Mount Stuart, Isle of Bute

    "To the amazing Honey Moons,

    Mark and myself would like to say a huge thank you for playing at our wedding on the 5th November 2016 at Castle Menzies, Aberfeldy. From the initial enquiry re: your availability, to copying with my frequent emails with 'just another question', to on the actual day you made the process so easy and were very flexible and efficient. The band has such a great appearance and such huge talent. All of your songs including ceilidh were outstanding, the dance floor was never empty. During the night many guests commented to myself that you were the best wedding band they had ever heard and we would definitely agree. We would love to get to dance away the night again to your music so will be encouraging everyone we know to book with you!"

    Love from the new Mr & Mrs Rowlinson

    " Hi Phil,

    Sorry for the late reply. We have just started to return to normal life - it's difficult!

    Thank you so much for playing at our wedding. All our friends and family commented on how amazing you all were and I think you read the audience just right! I must admit that I was slightly worried people wouldn't dance but as soon as you played the first couple of tracks, all those worries slipped away.

    Thank you for putting up with our appalling drunken attempts at the Ceilidh dances - even if we couldn't do them it was so much fun! You didn't even seem to be surprised when the inflatable guitars, saxophones and fancy dress came out - thanks for being so cool about it.

    I wouldn't hesitate to ask you to perform again if ever the need arises. Thank you for topping off such a great day!"

    Best regards,
    Laura and Jack

    Mar Lodge wedding - 8th October 2016

    "To the Honey Moons!,

    Apologies that this has been a bit delayed, David and I have had a busy few months moving to and getting settled in Vancouver. We'd like to say a MASSIVE thank you for playing at our wedding in May at Oran Mor. Your performance was fantastic, we're so glad we went for the 6 piece option, if definitely added an extra dose of energy, both for the Ceilidh and the regular tunes. The retro-themed set list was perfect, right up our street (and our guests!).

    Aside from the actual getting married bit, your performance was the part of the wedding I was looking forward to most and I wasn't disappointed (until the clock struck midnight of course!).

    I found myself speaking to guests as quickly as possible so I could on the dance floor and that is where I remained for the rest of the night! Our guests thoroughly enjoyed it too, the floor was not empty once (not even on the break!)"

    Best wishes, 

    Melanie and David Cowell

    Oran Mor wedding May 2016

    "Hi Phil, we wanted to contact you to thank you and the band for a fantastic show at our wedding on Saturday night. The feedback and comments from our guests was so complimentary and the whole evening was a great success. A special note of thanks for the final song as this provided a bit of a curveball for some of our guests, but they no us and knew we would not be doing the same old thing!

    Once again a huge thanks for you the band and all your support team for putting on a fantastic night that will be truly remembered."

    Many thanks
    Simon and Kirsty

    27th August 2016

    "Hi guys, this is long overdue but I did want to leave a testimonial.
    What an amazingly epic band !! The videos do little justice to the live performance. People say a band can make or break a wedding. I can with all confidence say this band will make it ! A few months after my wedding I still have friends and family asking what the name of the bad is and how great they are. The members are friendly and personable and more importantly they rock. They created an exciting and enchanting atmosphere. Everyone was dancing ! If you are thinking about the ceilidh option don't, just take it. This adds a whole new dimension to the night and is far to enjoyable to miss out on. I cannot recommened the Honey Moons more. Without them I think my wedding might have been half as fun. They definitely know how to party"

    Matthew and Jade Kratz
    Loch Lomond, Waterfront Hotel
    Stirlingshire - 11th of June 2016

    "Hi guys,

    We are long overdue in thanking you for the great performance at our wedding. We had a lot of wall flower guests and you seemed to lure them onto the dance floor like the Pied Piper. Your play list had something for everyone - from the old classics that our parents loved to current artists for the younger crowd, and my favorite: the 80s classics. Thank you so much for making our reception a great time for us, and all of our guests!"

    Trina and Chris

    Dundas castle wedding

    "Thank you guys so so much! We had an amazing night and everyone thought you guys were fantastic xxxxx"

    Danika Louise Stewart

    Parts Farm wedding - 30th April

    "Hello Phil,

    Thank you so much for this weekend's gig - was so fantastic! You and the guys are so talented and everyone loved the music.

    Would be delighted to recommend you"

    Scott and Pamela McQuarrie

    Doubletree Hilton, Edinburgh - 4th June 2016

    "I just wanted to say a MASSIVE thank you for playing at our wedding yesterday. We absolutely LOVED the music, you are all super, super talented, got the playlist absolutely spot on and you all just look like you love playing together and have a great time which made our wedding reception just perfect :) Obviously it was even more special to have Ruairidh in the band and although it pains me to say a little(!) he is a fantastic drummer and I was a very proud sister yesterday :) Please pass my thanks onto everyone in the band for travelling up and playing yesterday. I can honestly say everyone commented on how amazing the band was and they thoroughly enjoyed the music which was plain to see as the dance floor was filled all night! We just loved our first dance song also, Kirsten sang it beautifully.

    It was lovely to meet you all and finally put faces to names, we really can't thank you all enough!"

    Seonaid and Lewis :-),

    29th December 2015, Aberdeen

    "We just wanted to say thank you so much for Sunday, you guys were amazing and had the dance floor full all night! Everyone has commented on how brilliant you were and really made the night! People especially enjoyed the Ceilidh, though I know we were hard work at times!!!
    Was also a brilliant touch getting my friends who's birthday it was up to sing!
    So so glad we picked you for our wedding!
    Thanks again"

    Sara and John

    Mansfield Traquair - 29th Dec 2015

    "The honeymoons performed at our wedding on the 6th June 2015. When we started looking for a band we knew we wanted a nice mix of ceilidh but also a band that could sing well, play well and did a different mix of songs. When we found the honeymoons they couldn't have more perfectly fitted the bill. They are amazing musicians, songs are different and Kirsten's voice is just incredible.

    We came to see them at a preview night which I would recommend as it was so nice and fun to see them all play and get excited at the thought of them playing at our wedding. wedding prep can be stressful so a night off was great. needless to say we booked them that night, all of them, as once we heard the sax live along with the fiddle we knew we could not find a better band!!

    From the beginning of booking the agency were very clear and responsive in getting contracts sorted. Phil communicated with us about what we would like and everything was clear which was great not to have any worries on the day. They even learnt 2 songs for us as we were torn between them. All in all their actual incredible talent and nice helpful nature made them so great to work with, I would recommend them to anybody, and I have had several friends say they were incredible and passed on their details to friends of theirs planning their own weddings.

    We cannot thank you enough for helping make our wedding day so special. I never would have thought I would actually find a band that good. You made sure on the night that we were in the room for our 2 special songs. your ceilidh music rocked! and the added wee bonus of playing paradise city for a special flower girl as it was her birthday just added to the whole package. Thank you all, we had a wonderful day and we couldn't have asked for more or been given better service."

    Pamela & Grant xxx, 

    6th June - Lochardil House, Inverness

    "We did a lot of research into bands for the wedding because entertainment was our highest priority. Seeing everyone enjoying themselves and rocking the dance floor was our main aim for the day! I did lots of googling and narrowed it down to a few local bands and The Honey Moons. I couldn’t stop listening to Kirsten’s voice – she has an unbelievable tone that drags you back for more! We didn’t go and see them live, we just had a feeling that they would deliver on the day. And deliver the certainly did! From the first dance which they sung especially for us, the selfies during ‘sit down’ and even having me on the microphone! The dance floor was NEVER empty and lots of our guests commented on how fantastic the evening was. We had the best day and The Honey Moons certainly played a massive part in that. It was very easy to get in touch and they were really accommodating with any requests. We’d recommend them to anyone – actually we couldn’t recommend them highly enough! Thank you guys."

    Julie & James, Logie Country House, Aberdeenshire. 26th September 2015

    "Nice one Phil, thank for all your help you've been great, we had an amazing wedding. The Honey Moons were brilliant, everyone said the band were really good, top notch! 👍

    Johnny and Natalie Tracey
    Contini restaurant, National gallery,Edinburgh
    11th July 2015

    "Hi! Just a little message for you guys to say we cannot thank you enough for how amazing you were on our wedding night and we are sorry we didn't get a chance to say thank you properly on the night!! You were a fantastic band who finished off our brilliant wedding day with some wonderful ceilidh music, that really got everyone up on their feet and merry! And on top of that played the most amazing set list from start to finish with perfect stage presence. You were professional yet approachable throughout and were more than helpful with any queries or requests. Thank you for making our day so special!"

    Alice and Paul x

    24th July, Dundas Castle

    "Bruce and I just wanted to say a massive thank you to The Honey Moons for the music provided at our wedding. The set list was fab and the ceilidh was amazing with many guests commenting how good the band was. Not only was the music great but so was the communication throughout. Any queries Bruce or I had were answered quickly with Phil always making us feel at ease.

    Thanks again!"

    Rebecca Holmes

    1st August, Oxenfoord Castle

    "You were absolutely fantastic at our wedding, thank you so much. Into the Mystic and Nadine were brilliant for our first dance!! The dance floor was packed and we loved the way we even got to get behind the mic for a song.

    We have had so many compliments about the band from guests and the addition of the saxophone was awesome!

    Thanks for making the party so strong!"

    Nadine and Sandy

    16th of May 2015
    Drumtochty Castle  

    "Hi Phil

    We're just back from our honeymoon and getting round to thanking folk!

    We wanted to say a massive thank you to you and the band for such a fantastic set - the music was first class and we had an absolute ball. I think The Chain at the end of the night will go down in history. All of our guests loved having a dance and there are a few aspiring Kirsten's out there now!

    We're still waiting on official photos, however if there are any of the band, I'll send them on.

    With many thanks again"

    Jenny & Jamie

    House for an Art Lover, 5th July 2015

    "The Honey Moons were brilliant from initial inquiries right through to performing on the night. We dealt mostly with Phil who is a top guy, he even met my Fiance for a coffee to discuss what we wanted for our wedding. We opted for the 5 piece with Sax and after booking Phil kept in contact with us all the way up to the wedding to ensure everything was going well. On the night they sounded amazing! They learnt 2 songs that we requested for our first dances then kept the dance floor full all night with tune after tune. They were a great laugh and lots of fun, we even had Kirsten up dancing with us at the end of the night!

    We can't recommend the Honey Moons highly enough! They were exactly the type of band we wanted on our wedding day. Great musicians, Great selection of tunes and all in all, great fun. Thanks for an amazing evening." 

    Ryan and Mairi

    Dynamic Earth wedding

    "We wanted to say thanks for making our wedding reception go with such a blast. We would be very happy for you to use any or all of this as a review/recommendation. We are so glad we picked The Honey Moons to play at our wedding.

    You were so helpful while we sorted out all the arrangements and made sure we were happy with everything planned.

    The music was amazing from start to finish. All our guests, young and old, were really impressed and the dance floor was full all night. The whole band really looked like they were having a great time playing too - which just made it all the more fun. We can't recommend them highly enough.

    Brilliant set list, fab ceilidh and awesome playing all night. Now we just need to find another excuse to hire them again.

    Thank you so much guys"

    Graham & Julie.

    Caves Wedding, 18th October 2014

    "We just wanted to drop you a note to say how fantastic the band were at our wedding reception, August 14th 2014 at Close House Hotel. Everybody commented on how amazing the lead singer was and how talented all the band members were playing numerous instruments.
    The band set the tone of the evening perfectly and warmed up our guests to dance until the dance floor was jumping. I remember people coming up to me after the band had finished saying could they not play anymore?

    After searching for months for a wedding band I struggled to find a band that would play a range of music to accommodate all ages of my guests. After hearing the lead singers voice I knew that The Honey Moons would be perfect for our wedding, and by god I was right!

    Thank you so much for allowing my brother to use your equipment to sing my first dance song this really meant a lot to us both and the band were very accommodating to this.

    I would recommend anybody to book this band if you want a professional, and friendly band. They would be excellent at any event and will definitely be booking them again. If you're looking for a band book The Honey Moons!!!!!!!!!!

    Thank you,thank you, thank you."

    Danielle and James Knox 14/08/2014

    "Thanks for playing such a great set guys. We and our guests loved it xx"

    Rachel Duff, 29/08/2014 Garvock House Hotel, St John's Dr Dunfermline.

     

     

    "Thanks so much for playing at our wedding on July 19th, Tom and I thought you were brilliant, as did all of our guests, our first dance was awesome, awesome vocals and overall a very professional and terribly nice band, book them, you won't be disappointed."

    Melissa Meldrum, 19th July, Ardanaiseig Hotel

     “We auditioned what seemed like 20-30 different bands for our big day, but heard nothing special. Then, we stumbled upon The Honey Moons. One listen to Kirsten’s voice and the retro music they played and we were hooked. They offered something different to the average covers band and we simply had to have them at our wedding!

    Leading up to the big day, we communicated with Phil via email to ensure everything was in place. Phil was charming, professional and more than happy to accommodate our every need (e.g. learning our first dance and including a few ceilidh songs on the night).

    On our wedding day itself, the band arrived promptly and set-up with minimal fuss. Beginning slowly, our first dance was covered to perfection. Then, the party really started. When it did, our guests were simply blown away - they were fantastic! I’ve never before been at a wedding where the dance floor has been filled from start to bitter end!

    There was no defined set list, instead the band’s preference was to gauge the mood on the dance floor in choosing their next song. This worked well and ensured the dance floor was packed all night. The band were more than happy to play some ceilidh music throughout the night, which added to the Scottish flair and was executed flawlessly. A good band can really make a wedding reception and the feedback from our guests was that the Honey Moons were fantastic!"

    Neil & Gillian Murdoch
    Wedding at The Parsonage, Dunmore Park. Sat 7th June 2014.

     

    "I just wanted to drop you both a quick mail to give you both some feed back on the Honeymoons who came down to Galloway to play at our wedding.

    When the band hadn't turned up by 7.15 I have to say I was beginning to panic a little and just at that point Phil called to say that they had had a disaster with one of their speakers falling through the back window of the tour bus! My heart sank, however he reassured me that they were on route and 20 mins later in a cloud of dust they all arrived.

    Panic over and the band set up in record time, and before we knew it my wife and I were on the dance floor.

    What can I say. They were amazing. Kirsten's voice is amazing and the vibe and sound the whole band create is fantastic. From the first song until the end of the night, they gave it their all and kept the dance floor filled. Everybody I have spoken to since the wedding have raved about the band, so a big thank you to you all. I am just hoping that I get the chance to see you guys play again sometime in the not too distant future.

    Many thanks again

    Kind regards

    Murray & Amy McConchie"

     

    "My husband and I would highly recommend The Honeymoons. They were very accommodating and efficient in communications. On the night we had many guests at our wedding comment on how much they enjoyed the music and loved the female singers voice. The band had been flexible enough to add in a couple more ceilidh dances than they usually do which we loved! A great combination. We would definitely use them again!

    Many thanks

    Suzie Goodier

    Norton House Hotel wedding

    13th April 2014"

     

    "Thank you all so much for playing on Saturday, you really made our night! All of our guests have commented on how excellent the band was, we couldn't have asked for anything better.

    Your rendition of In Spite Of All The Danger as our first dance was brilliant, exactly as we had imagined!

    The set you played was perfect, it really helped create a great atmosphere, along with the whole band being so friendly and welcoming.

    Thank you all so much again, and we hope you can use some of the above for the website, and we will be recommending you to anyone who will listen!

    Cheers"

    Laura & Rory

    Solsgirth House wedding

    12/10/13

    "Thank you all so much for playing at our wedding, what a fantastic band you are we are so pleased we booked you! Every single one of our guests have commented to myself or Brian on how brilliant you were so again thank you!

    We will definitely recommend you to anyone we know getting married & looking for a band, I'm sure 2014 will be a busy year!''

    Brian Alexander & Kelly Galloway,

    Garleton Lodge, Haddington, 31st of August 2013.

    "I would just like to say how pleased we were with our booking for the Honey Moons at our wedding on the 3rd August. The organising and booking could not have been simpler. The band themselves were fantastic and really made the evening. Talented and professional musicians who we would not hesitate to recommend to anyone. If we need another band we’ll come and see you first!"

    Regards

    Andy Murdoch

    3rd August 2013 wedding

    “I just wanted to let you know that the Honeymoons were a brilliant band, in every respect. They were great in turning up and setting up in time; flexible with their start but more important – their music was fantastic. As soon as they started, the dance floor filled up and it literally stayed that way all night. The added saxophonist made a huge impact and all in all, a great night and everyone was commenting on how superb the band were. My thanks to Phil and his team and please feel free to use this email on your website – they deserve many more bookings!”

    Josie Goodale/15th June party

    "Just to say that firstly I'm sorry that I didn't get a chance to properly come and say hello on Saturday and secondly, thank you so so much, you guys were amazing! You absolutely made the night and everyone has been raving about how great you were!

    The Honey Moons played our wedding the weekend before last and they were superb. We have had constant comments since the wedding on how fantastic they were and we even heard that our neighbours had the football turned down so that they could listen to them from across the field. They got themselves in and set up in the middle of a busy marquee without anyone even noticing and kept everyone dancing from the minute they started! Their setlist was fantastic and they are an enormously talented group of people. Thanks again for a fantastic night,

    Best and many thanks again,

    Katie Cook

    Haddington wedding

    30th March 2013

    "How amazing are you guys???? We can't thank you all enough for making our wedding night so fantastic. A good party consists of 2 things, good drink & good music!! You guys are not even close to good, you are truly brilliant. Everyone one of our guests commented on what great a night they had & its thanks to you. The dance floor was packed & we all had a ball. Once again thank you so much. We just want to do it all over again!!"

    Much love Jo & Scott.xx

    Divino Enoteca,

    Edinburgh

    2nd March, 2013

    Set List

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    The band play these songs using the instrumentation that is available to them so all the songs are arranged for x2 guitars, a bass guitar, drums, male and female vocal, plus if you choose to book them a Tenor Saxophone/Flute/Whistles or fiddle (or both). Also they may play a song in a completely different style to he original recording as they believe it can make the song better to dance to, or they just fancy being creative…
    They guarantee that their enthusiasm, energy and musicality will shine through and that if you and your guests are music fans then you will enjoy their interpretation of what they believe to be some of the best songs of all time. They love what they do and they love these songs - trust them!

    Pop:
    Paolo Nutini - Pencil Full of Lead
    B52s - Love Shack
    Brian Ferry - Let's Stick Together
    Roxy Music - Love Is the Drug
    Duffy - Mercy
    Dusty Springfield - Son of a Preacher Man
    Dusty Springfield - Wishin' and Hopin'
    Marc Bolan - I Love to Boogie
    Gloria Jones - Tainted Love
    Nancy Sinatra - These Boots
    Dolly Parton - 9-5
    Dolly Parton - Jolene
    The Mamas and the Papas - Dream a lil' Dream
    R.E.M - Shiny Happy People
    Eurythmics - Thorn in My Side
    Fontalla Bass - Rescue Me
    Deee Lite - Groove Is In The Heart
    LIPPS INC - Funky Town
    Daft Punk - Get Lucky
    Haddaway - What is Love
    Dire Straits - Walk of Life
    The Contours - Do You Love Me (Dirty Dancing)
    Lumineers - Ho Hey
    Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop the Feeling
    George Ezra - Budapest
    Electric Six - High Voltage
    Pulp - Disco 2000
    James - Sit Down
    The Bangles - Walk Like an Egyptian
    The Sweet - Ballroom Blitz
    CCR/Tina Turner - Proud Mary
    Kim Wilde - Kids in America
    Fever 105 - Get Down Saturday Night
    The Superman Lovers - Strarlight
    Steelers Wheel - Stuck in the Middle with You
    Deacon Blue - Dignity
    Meghan Trainor - All About That Bass
    The Cardigans - My Favourite Game
    Arcade Fire - Rebellion (Lies)
    Spencer Davis Group - Keep on Running
    Queen - I Want To Break Free
    Amy Winehouse - Back to Black
    Amy Winehouse - Valerie
    Amy Winehouse - Cupid
    Men At Work - Down Under
    The Ramones - Baby I Love You
    Shocking Blue - Venus
    Donna Summer - Hot stuff
    Talking Heads - Once in a lifetime
    Republica - Drop Dead Gorgeous
    Black Keys - Lonely Boy
    Sheryl Crow -Strong Enough
    Bow Wow Wow - I Want Candy
    Pixies - Where Is My Mind
    ELO - Mr Blue Sky
    Diana Ross - Baby Love
    The Supremes - Can't Hurry Love
    Shocking Blue - Send Me a Postcard
    Alabama Shakes - Hold On
    Fleetwood Mac - Oh Diane!
    Vampire Weekend - Holiday
    Rod Stewart - Maggie May
    Slade - Cum On Feel the Noize
    KT Tunstall - Black Horse & The Cherry Tree
    Steve Wonder - I wish
    Heart - Alone
    Blondie - Heart of Glass
    Tina Turner - Nutbush City Limits
    The Police - Roxanne
    The Police - Message in a Bottle
    Fleetwood Mac - The Chain
    Fleetwood Mac - Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow
    Fleetwood Mac - Everywhere
    The Beatles - Here Comes The Sun
    The Beatles - Till There Was You
    Kate Bush - Babooshka
    Kate Bush - Running up that Hill
    Kate Bush - Hounds of Love
    Kate Bush - Cloudbusting
    Kate Bush - Wuthering Heights
    The Ronnettes - Be My Baby
    Squeeze - Tempted
    The Primitives - Crash
    Jet - Are You Going to Be My Girl
    Madonna - Material Girl
    Madonna - Like a Virgin
    Madonna - Borderline
    Van Morrison - Moondance
    Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl
    Rock/Rock'n'Roll:
    Johnny Cash - Ring of Fire
    Chuck Berry - Johnny B Goode
    Chuck Berry - You Never Can Tell
    JXL/Elvis - Little Less Conversation
    Elvis Presley - Hound Dog
    Elvis - Suspicious Minds
    Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama
    George Baker Selection - Little Green Bag
    Eddie Cochran - Summer Time Blues
    CCR - Bad Moon Rising
    Del Shannon - Runaway
    Birdy - Wings
    Free - All Right Now
    The Rolling Stones - Satisfaction
    Tom Jones/Sensational Alex Harvy Band - Delilah
    The Yardbirds - For Your Love
    Janis Joplin - Mercedes Benz (Fatboy Slim remix)
    Janis Joplin - Piece of My Heart
    Kings of Leon - Use Somebody
    Funk and Soul:
    Jackie Wilson - Higher and Higher
    Chaka Khan - Ain't Nobody
    Chic - Le Freak
    Otis Redding/The Commitments - Try a Little Tenderness
    Ray Charles - Hit The Road Jack
    Ray Charles - I've Got a Woman
    Ray Charles/Blues Brothers - Shake your Tail feather
    Doobie Brothers - Long Train Running
    Ben E King - Stand by Me
    Sister Sledge - Lost in Music
    Smokey Robinson - Tracks of My Tears
    Otis Redding - Dock of The Bay
    Marvin Gaye - Grapevine
    Bill Withers - Ain't No Sunshine
    Bill Withers - Lovely Day
    Nina Simone - I Put a Spell on You
    Nina Simone - Feeling Good
    Examples of first dances that they've played in the past...
    Nat King Cole - Let There Be Love
    Nat King Cole - L.O.V.E
    DJ Sammy - Heaven
    Jason Mraz - I'm Yours
    Lone Star - Amazed
    The Proclaimers - Life with you
    Paul Weller - You Do Something to Me
    Al Green - Lets Stay Together
    Take That - Take Over the World
    Frank Sinatra - Fly Me to The Moon
    Sinead O'Connor/Prince - Nothing Compares to You
    Frank Sinatra - I've Got You Under My Skin
    Grease - Hopelessly Devoted to you
    Dolly Parton - I Will Always Love You
    The Beatles - Real Love
    Jennifer Rush - The Power of Love
    Dire Straits - Why Worry
    Van Morrison - Have I Told You Lately
    Little Mermaid - Kiss the Girl
    I Love You Baby - Frankie Valli
    Ray la Montagne - You Are the Best Thing
    The Turtles - Happy Together
    Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros - Home
    Van Morrison - Into The Mystic
    Ceilidh section:
    They've found it best to disperse the Scottish dance tunes in the set throughout the evening. Here's the ones that they play on a regular basis but please feel free to request others as they're always keen to add more dances to their repertoire.
    Gay Gordon's
    Dashing White Sergent
    Canadian Bardance
    St Bernards Waltz
    Virginia Reel
    Eightsome Reel
    Reel of the 51st State
    Flying Scotsman
    Orcadian Strip the Willow

    Lineup

    • 5 piece band with vocals/guitar, guitar, bass/vocals, drums and sax/whistle (with short ceilidh set) or fiddle (add the fiddle for longer ceilidh set)
      6 piece band with vocals/guitar, guitar, bass/vocals, drums, sax/whistle and fiddle

    This act's standard set times are as follows:

    • Up to three hours of live music with set times to suit, between 8pm and midnight.

    Tags

    • 5 piece
    • 6+ piece
    • backing vocals
    • brass / horns
    • ceilidh option
    • female vocals
    • fiddle
    • harmonies
    • male vocals
    • percussion
    • saxophone
    • wind instruments

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