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Luke Aylward

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From heartfelt ballads to party-starting anthems, Luke delivers epic vibes, genuine warmth, and seriously good music.
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Stroud
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In the summer of 2004, a wide-eyed kid stood under festival lights watching the cool kids play guitars and hearing Chris Martin’s voice soar through the night air. That was the moment it all changed. From that point on, music wasn’t just a hobby, it was a calling. Twenty years later, Luke Aylward still carries that same fire into every performance, and it only burns brighter with time. Growing up with severe dyslexia, the path wasn’t easy. But where words sometimes failed, music never did. Fueled by passion, persistence, and the support of an incredible community, Luke earned a music degree specialising in guitar and went on to perform in cities like Amsterdam, Zurich, New York, and Nashville. He is classically trained, commercially versatile, and delivers a sound that is rich, nuanced, and always deeply felt. What truly sets Luke apart is his ability to listen. Not just musically, but emotionally. If the room wants to dine and unwind, he will weave in soft, tasteful arrangements. If the crowd wants to sing at the top of their lungs or dance like no one is watching, he will lift the energy and fill the space with anthems and joy. Every performance is attuned to the audience, every song played with intention. He doesn’t play to himself, he plays for the people in front of him. Luke doesn’t just bring music to your event, he brings heart, humour, and a genuine connection that guests remember long after the last chord rings out. If you want more than just background music, if you want someone who truly understands people, lifts the room, and delivers a unique, memorable experience, you have just found your guy.

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Luke's Reviews

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Veronica N
1 year ago, for a Birthday party in Stroud GL6 6AB
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5 out of 5

Luke played at my husband's birthday party. The children really enjoyed singing along with him and it added to wonderful the evening's entertainment. Thank you.

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Allan N
1 year ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in Cashes Green Rd
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5 out of 5

Enjoyed a fantastic evening at the Carpenters Arms in Westrip in August, Everyone in the pub was singing along to Luke’s selection of tunes. People arriving in the bar were soon joining in. Huge thanks to Luke for making a great night out at the Carpenters a perfect venue for a pub sing along with great songs for all, would love to see him back there.

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Luke's Song list

Here’s the updated version:
Classic Rock & Pop
• The Beatles:
• And I Love Her
• Blackbird
• Hey Jude
• In My Life
• Let It Be
• Norwegian Wood
• While My Guitar Gently Weeps
• Yesterday
• In Spite of All the Danger (Originally The Quarrymen)
Elvis Presley:
• Ain’t Misbehavin’
• All Shook Up
• American Trilogy
• Blue Moon of Kentucky
• Hound Dog
• Love Me Tender
• Return to Sender
Oasis:
• Don’t Look Back in Anger
• Half the World Away
• Live Forever
• Supersonic
• The Importance of Being Idle
• Wonderwall
Pink Floyd:
• Another Brick in the Wall
• Comfortably Numb
• Wish You Were Here
Modern Rock & Alternative
• Coldplay:
• Fix You
• Green Eyes
• Yellow
Green Day:
• Boulevard of Broken Dreams
• Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)
• Wake Me Up When September Ends
The Red Hot Chili Peppers:
• Californication
• Can’t Stop
Snow Patrol:
• Chasing Cars
• Run
Maroon 5:
• Girls Like You
• One More Night
• She Will Be Loved
Fleetwood Mac:
• Everywhere
Muse:
• Unintended
Keane:
• Somewhere Only We Know
Passenger:
• Caravan
• Let Her Go
Bon Iver:
• Skinny Love
2000s & Contemporary Pop
• Rag’n’Bone Man:
• Human
Mike Posner:
• I Took a Pill in Ibiza
Singer-Songwriter & Folk
Bob Dylan:
• Blowin’ in the Wind
• Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door
James Blunt:
• Beautiful
• Bonfire Heart
• Wisemen
Damien Rice:
• Cannonball
Adele:
• Make You Feel My Love
Tracy Chapman:
• Fast Car
Ralph McTell:
• Streets of London
Paul McCartney:
• Mull of Kintyre
Ed Sheeran:
• The A Team
Don McLean:
• American Pie
Neil Young:
• Old Man
Neil Diamond:
• Sweet Caroline
Sting:
• Fields of Gold
Gary Jules:
• Mad World
Jazz, Blues & Soul
Bill Withers:
• Ain’t No Sunshine
• Use Me
Ella Fitzgerald:
• Ain’t Misbehavin’
• José González:
Heartbeats
• Tina Turner:
Simply the Best
• Daft Punk:
Get Lucky
• The Commitments:
I Can’t Stand the Rain
• Jessie J:
Price Tag
• Dido:
White Flag
• Antônio Carlos Jobim:
Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars)
Classic Hits & Oldies
Simon & Garfunkel:
• Mrs. Robinson
• Scarborough Fair
• The Sound of Silence
The Eagles:
• Hotel California
The Mamas & The Papas:
• California Dreamin’
Chuck Berry:
• Johnny B. Goode
• No Particular Place to Go
The Beach Boys:
• Sloop John B
Journey:
• Don’t Stop Believin’
Bill Haley & His Comets:
• Rock Around the Clock
• Shake, Rattle and Roll
Danny & The Juniors:
• At the Hop
The Animals:
• Roberta
Dion:
• The Wanderer
The Kinks:
• Sunny Afternoon
• Flying Pickets:
Only You
Traditional & Folk Music
John Denver:
• Leaving on a Jet Plane
• Take Me Home (Country Roads)
The Dubliners:
• The Wild Rover
• The Fields of Athenry
Various Artists:
• Auld Lang Syne
• Banks of the Ohio
• You Raise Me Up
• Traditional:
• Wild Mountain Thyme

Luke's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£125
Up to 1 hour£300
Up to 2 hours£425
Up to 3 hours£600
Packages
Wedding ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£250
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£375
Ceremony & Drinks Reception
This includes: -15 minutes or so as your guests take their seats -a song while down the aisle -2 songs while you both sign the register -a song while you both walk back up the aisle as a married couple! -2 x 45 minute sets during your drinks reception
£550
Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner
- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.
£875
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Classical, Covers, Rock, Britpop, Rock 'n' Roll
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Corporate event, Private event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, New Year's Eve, Christmas party, Birthday party, Burns night, Virtual event
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