Mumford and Sons style wedding bands are a sure-fire way to create a unique experience that is both authentic and truly memorable for you and your guests if you’re considering a festival-themed or rustic barn wedding.
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In this guide, you will find everything you need to know when it comes to finding and booking modern folk bands like Mumford and Sons.
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A Mumford and Sons Style band is essentially a live music band that plays a mixture of popular repertoire in a folk-pop style. The band line ups usually comprise of 4-5 musicians and instruments can vary. This genre of music can also be described as “indie-folk” or “folk-rock.”
Why are they called a Mumford & Sons bands?
The original band has had a huge impact on bringing this genre to a mainstream audience. Combined with the rising trend in festival-themed and vintage style weddings, there is now a huge demand for Mumford and Sons tribute bands to perform at weddings as an alternative to the ‘traditional’ wedding band.
What instruments do the band play?
The instruments played by Irish folk bands like Mumford and Sons can vary but tend to be a combination of Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Percussion, Keyboards and Double Bass. Line ups may also contain a variety of synthesisers, banjo, fiddle, violin and trombone.
What types of events can bands like Mumford & Sons play for?
Mumford and Sons style bands are hugely popular for festival weddings, enabling couples to deliver a truly authentic experience for both themselves and their guests. At Encore, we offer an unrivalled choice of the UK’s best wedding musicians.
They are also incredibly popular choices to headline summer festival events and private garden parties for special occasions like landmark birthdays/anniversaries etc.
Magnolia Sky, in their own words, is an “Acoustic folk-rock band ready to party!”
Does the band need a PA system / What equipment do I need to provide?
The band will usually provide their own PA system and include this in their original quote but it is always worth double-checking.
If your venue already provides a PA system then you simply let the group know and they may be able to reduce their quote for you.
Do I need to provide food?
This is at your discretion but is definitely helpful to ensure the band have the energy to deliver their best performance.
Can the band play outside?
Yes, absolutely! This will, of course, depend on the weather and your band will be able to advise you on outdoor power requirements for them to set up.
What dress code can I expect?
Mumford and Sons style bands will dress similar to how they appear in their promo photos. If there are special requirements for your particular event you can discuss and agree on this with your favourite bands prior to booking.
How long will the band play for?
The standard playing time for a performance is 2 x 45 minute sets. An experienced professional band will have a huge and varied repertoire at their disposal so groups will usually be happy to provide an additional set should you require it. This will usually increase the quote.
How much setup time does a band need?
Bands usually require about 1.5 hours to load in, get set up and sound check.
Does the band require parking?
The band will need to bring their instruments, speakers, lights etc. This is a lot to carry and so they will require details of a convenient parking option at the venue/location.
3. Mumford & Sons Songs / Playlists / Repertoire
As you may expect, Mumford and Sons bands will have popular song choices from the original band as well as other well-known bands in the folk-pop genre to include in their setlist. They also have lots of other material to perform, including the most popular party band wedding songs, to ensure all of your guests are dancing and having fun.
Can I choose the songs the band play?
Of course. The band will be able to advise on what material gets guests dancing and when best to place them in the sets but ultimately they will tailor the experience to your preferences.
Can the band play my playlists before/in between sets?
Most bands are more than happy to provide playlisted music via their PA system before and in between their live sets. If you’d like to input a song selection or even supply the full playlist, this is fine too. Bands usually include this service at no additional cost.
Can the band provide a DJ set?
Most bands can provide a DJ service after their performance so you can keep the party going. This usually comes at an additional cost with the average price being £150-£200 though it will vary depending on the band.
Can the band play my favourite song?
In the majority of cases, absolutely. Great bands take pride in delivering unforgettable experiences. If there is a song you would like that isn’t included in the band’s repertoire list simply make the request and they will likely learn it for you. Contact one of our Mumford and Sons-inspired folk bands to create your very own bespoke playlist.
4. Booking a Mumford & Sons Style Band
How far in advance should I book?
Peak dates can fill up very fast, even up to a year in advance. Saturdays between May and September are the most popular dates for weddings. Luckily, at Encore we have thousands of amazing bands signed up to the platform so will be able to quickly curate fantastic options for you months, weeks or even days before your event.
Regardless of how far away your event date is, we certainly recommend that you lock the date in once you’ve identified a band you really like. It can be incredibly frustrating to find out your favourite band has been booked elsewhere for your date!
What’s the typical price for a Mumford & Sons Band?
When you hire a Mumford and Sons band, you can expect to pay anywhere between £1200 and £2000 for high quality and experienced professional bands. Prices can fluctuate slightly depending on the number of band members, date and distance from the venue.
We often advise clients to budget £200-£300 per musician so you can expect to generally pay more for a larger line up as there are more musicians to pay.
Are there any other costs?
At Encore the price you see is the price you pay. Bands will provide you with a performance quote that includes VAT and travel. The travel expense takes into account petrol/train tickets, flights, overnight stay (if required) etc.
How do I handle contracts and payment?
Booking through Encore means there is no need for contacting back and forth with your chosen band. Both client and musician are protected via Encore’s T&C policy.
Encore only requires a 35% deposit to book a band, with the remaining balance required a few weeks before the performance date. The payment is then passed on to the musicians the day after the event.
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What next?
In this guide, we have covered everything you need to know when it comes to finding and booking a Mumford and Sons style band for your event. If you have any additional questions or comments please do get in touch with me at [email protected].
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