Celtic folk band

Craic With Us

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We're bringing Irish back and we're up for the craic! We play your favourite Irish tunes in upbeat acoustic arrangements 🎻
Celtic folk band
Luton
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We're bringing Irish back and we're up for the craic! We play your favourite Irish tunes in upbeat acoustic arrangements with lots of singalongs and crowd interaction 🎻 This unique approach to live performance is accompanied by an unmatched level of customer service and attention to detail, including client-tailored song lists and DJ sets, colour-coordinated lighting schemes, fog machine, speech microphones and more. Performing for the likes of Jamie Osborne, Courtney Love, Charley Hull and brands such as IKEA, Lucozade, Silverstone, Bloomberg, KPMG, GESSI, TEZENIS, BOXPARK, BrewDog to name but a few, Craic With Us have solidified their powerhouse status at the forefront of the UK's events industry. Irish Solo Singing-guitarist + harmonica + percussion Irish Duo Singing-guitarist + harmonica + percussion | violin 3pc Irish Band Singing-guitarist + harmonica | violin | drums 4pc Irish Band Singing-guitarist + harmonica | violin | flute | drums 5pc Irish Band Singing-guitarist + harmonica | violin | flute | bass | drums 6pc Irish Band Singing-guitarist + harmonica | violin | flute | electric guitar | bass | drums Optional Upgrades: 🎤 additional vocalists & instruments 💒 ceremony & drinks reception sets 🤸 dancers & speciality acts 🎧 manned DJ sets 🕺 silent disco 📸 photo booth 🌟 dancefloor

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Craic With Us' Reviews

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Alan M
2 months ago, for a Private event in United Kingdom
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5 out of 5

Excellent band, good communications, a pleasure to deal with, thoroughly recommended

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Carol I
2 months ago, for a Private event in United Kingdom
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5 out of 5

Fantastic!

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Craic With Us' Song list

Wellerman Am Castle on the Hill G
Rakes of Clonmel Am Maggie in the Woods G
Farewell to Ireland Am Bugger Off G
Dreams (The Corrs) Am Oyster Girl G
Drunken Sailor Am Breakfast at Tiffany’s G
Shape of You Am Castle on the Hill G
Wild Rover C 500 Miles G
Lord of the Dance C Danny Boy G
Molly Malone C Rakes of Mallow G
Galway Girl (Logan) C Kesh Jig G
Seven Drunken Nights C Cotton Eye Joe G
The Rattlin’ Bog C Streets Have No Name D
Sally Gardens C Still Haven't Found D
Galway Girl (Sheeran) C Irish Party in 3rd Class D
Nothing Compares C I Know My Love D
Black Velvet Band Bb Linger D
Brown Eyed Girl Bb Boys of Bluehill D
I’ll Be There For You Bb Wind that Shakes the Barley D
Man Who Can’t Be Moved Bb Toss the Feathers D
Whisky in the Jar Bb I'll Tell Me Ma' D
Beautiful Day E Hills of Connemara D
Morrison’s Jig Em The Irish Rover D
Cooley’s Reel Em Star of The County Down Bm
Lannigan’s Ball (Instrumental) Em Irish Pub Song Bm
Butterfly + Whalley Range Em Mason’s Apron A
Zombie Em Devil’s Among the Tailors A
Drowsy Maggie Em The Red Haired Boy A
The Banshee G Drunken Lullabies A
Miss McLeod’s G Rocky Road to Dublin
Hold Back the River G Fields of Athenry
Wake Me Up (Avicii) G Song for Ireland

Craic With Us' Prices

Last updated: 2024

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Up to 1 hour£1500
Up to 2 hours£1500
Up to 3 hours£1500

Add-ons

2hr Disco Playlist
+£300
Add a Caller
+£400
2hr Manned DJ Set
+£500
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

• Crowd engagement! We realise that our performance is all about YOUR special day, so we engage the room to ensure that you and your guests become an integral part of the experience. • You choose ALL the songs, to ensure the sets are unique to your event only. • Fun yet attentive - We don't take ourselves too seriously, but take your event VERY seriously!

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

• Venues: BFI IMAX, Cineworld Leicester Square, Chiltern Firehouse, The Hurlingham Club, Caledonian Club, Gordon Ramsay Restaurants

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

• Film premieres: World premiere for The Hunger Games London premiere for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 • Brands: Disney, Marvel, Lionsgate, IKEA, KPMG, GESSI, TEZENIS, BOXPARK, WeWork, Lucozade, Silverstone, Bloomberg, BrewDog, Fritz Hansen • VIP's: Jamie Osborne, Elizabeth Saltzman, Charley Hull

Do you have different line-up options?

1pc = Vocals, guitar, harmonica, percussion 2pc = 1-2 Vocals, guitar, fiddle 3pc = 1-2 Vocals, guitar, fiddle, drums 4pc = 2 Vocals, guitar, harmonica, fiddle, bass, drums 5pc = 2 Vocals, guitar, harmonica, fiddle, bass, drums, banjo/electric 6pc = 2 Vocals, guitar, harmonica, fiddle, bass, drums, banjo, electric * Ceilidh caller available

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

We understand that timings for any event can vary and always remain as flexible as possible within reason, both prior to and during the event. On the day of the event, a delay of more than 30mins in start time will be resolved by either: 1) shortening the performance 2) offering musicians an extra fee of £50/pp (providing that they are able to stay longer)

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes absolutely - We provide both Disco Playlists and Manned DJ options. Please refer to your cover letter for what's included in your and what options are available as an upscale.

How much time do you need to set up?

We offer flexible setup solutions for any event and ensure that this is done in agreement with the client, venue and event planner.

Can you roam around while you perform?

Yes, we offer an acoustic and portable version of the band. Message us for more details.

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

You can select ALL your songs, and even some songs which aren’t on our list, to ensure that your show is fully-tailored and unique to your event.

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

Indeed. Remember, bands can only sound as good as the amplification they’re playing through. That's why we use PAT tested high-end amplification, as well as party, stage & mood lighting with a dedicated engineer, to ensure everything looks & sounds just right all throughout your event. * Make sure to ask your venue whether or not they use a noise limiter.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Yes. Learning new songs keeps us quick on our feet and keeps our repertoire fresh. This will normally be free of charge (within reason) * In case you have an exceptional request (i.e song arrangement for a large band or a large number of songs especially prepared) we may have to charge a bit extra.
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Genres:
Traditional Irish folk, Irish rock, Ceilidh, Folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Folk rock, Traditional English folk, Scottish music
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Event types:
Private event, Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Bar / Club / Venue event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Church service, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Birthday party, Burns night, Theatre / Show, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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