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All of these bands are based in Portugal and available to travel throughout the country.
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Reviews from local events in Portugal
“Woodsmockers were an absolute game changer for our wedding. They understood our crowd perfectly and leaned into the energy, keeping everyone dancing around the pool and creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Our guests couldn't stop talking about them and the beautiful, authentic energy they brought throughout the day. We are so grateful to have had them as part of our wedding, and honestly can't imagine how our celebration would have bee without them. They made it truly unforgettable. HIGHLY recommend.”
Booked Woodsmoke Roamers for a wedding at Casa Paço d'Ilhas, Ericeira, Portugal
“Swing High provided the most playful and colourful atmosphere for our birthday gathering. They were very professional when it came to communication and turned up with plenty of time to set up. They played almost solidly for three hours and everyone commented on how talented they were and how sweet they sounded. We were so happy that we had chosen them! Thank you Swing High for your presence and your beautiful music. X”
Booked Swing High for a party in Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, Portugal
“We had this amazing Bossa Nova band perform during our cocktail hour and reception, and they were a huge hit! Their smooth sound created the perfect atmosphere, adding a sophisticated and relaxed vibe to the afternoon. Guests couldn’t stop complimenting the music. They truly made our celebration unforgettable, and we highly recommend them!”
Booked Portugal Bossa Nova Band for a wedding at Ocean Villas, Luz, Portugal
“The Kingmakers were AMAZING! They performed at my wife and I's wedding at Penha Longa and truly made the day special. The band brought an incredible energy from start to finish - there was no better way to start the dance floor! Every song was an absolute hit. The music, atmosphere and performance was fantastic. They really know how to read a crowd and keep the party going. Our guests had so much FUN - we keep getting compliments from our friends/family on how fantastic the Kingmakers were. We couldn’t have asked for a better band and would highly recommend The Kingmakers to anyone looking for an unforgettable night!”
“We had our wedding earlier this month! They were absolutely brilliant! Can’t thank them enough, they got involved with the crowd and were amazing! Really great set list too, would 100% recommend!!! Thanks again guys! Kim and Tom!”
“This crew brought the roof down in Quinta De Sant’Ana for our wedding last weekend. The whole dance floor was jumping, it was amazing! Thank you so much for your talent and for your ability to get the crowd going! The band has a very long list of songs to choose from including lots of crowd favourites! You will not regret booking Crazy Socks!”
Booked Crazy Socks for a wedding at Quinta de Sant'Ana do Gradil, Gradil, Portugal
“Fantastic band, full of energy, top quality performance, the dancefloor was full from start to finish! Everyone commented on how good they were, definitely recommend!”
Booked The Kingmakers for a wedding at Grande Real Villa Italia, Cascais, Portugal
“Piero and his team could not have provided us a better time at our wedding. They were engaging, dynamic, and fun! They assisted with our ceremony, cocktail hour, and live music after dinner. Each part of our day was made special by the Dance Dynasty team. They were easy to work with, flexible, and communicative. I could not recommend this band and team more. Amazing musicians!”
Booked Dance Dynasty for a wedding at Quinta de Sant'Ana do Gradil, Portugal
“Jam Rock were absolute perfection for our wedding in Portugal! From start to finish, they brought incredible energy that kept the dance floor packed all night long. The whole setlist was brilliant, packed with hit after hit, and the energy of the lead singer, Laura, was infectious. She completely captivated the crowd and had everyone fully engaged from the very first song. We had a huge contingent of Irish guests, and Jam Rock’s rendition of "Zombie" by The Cranberries was an absolute highlight of the night. On top of their existing repertoire, they went above and beyond by learning a few custom requests for us, including "The Promised Land" by Bruce Springsteen, which they executed flawlessly.”
Booked Jam Rock for a anniversary at Casa dos Arcos Boavista, Porto, Portugal
“We booked DJ Lisbon for our wedding at Forte da Crismina. We felt very well taken care of by him. He helped us make the day perfect. His planning, tips, and friendly demeanour were a huge help to us. The music—from the cocktail hour through dinner and on to the party—was exactly what we wanted. We would recommend him again and again.”
“Rapture were absolutely amazing at our wedding! They even learned our first dance song which made it so special to have performed live. My dad plays drums and they let him take the drums for a song too, which was so much fun! Could not recommend them enough, they bring such a great energy and are fantastic performers! Sian and Dan.”
“The Lisbon Swing Band were amazing at the E-Commerce Connect event held at the Grande Real Villa Itália Hotel & Spa. Their performance added a fantastic vibe to the event, creating an energetic and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. The music was lively and perfectly matched the mood of the event.”
Booked The Lisbon Swing Band for a event at Grande Real Villa Itália Hotel & Spa, Cascais, Portugal
Here's a List of Some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Hiring an Acoustic for Weddings and Events...
What exactly is an acoustic duo?
It’s a duo of musicians with one or both members singing, with one or both playing on acoustic guitar. This, of course, is not a strict definition though. One member of the duo can instead perform on keyboard or even a reduced drum kit (snare and hi-hat) or any other acoustic instrument for that matter.
What are the advantages of hiring an acoustic duo for your wedding or event?
As they are just two musicians, the cost for hiring an acoustic duo is usually significantly less than hiring a full band. They require less time to set up and pack down at the end of the night and can perform in a smaller stage area, often less than 2m x 2m.
For what occasions are acoustic duos suitable?
Just about any occasion where live music is required, but they are particularly suitable for wedding receptions with fewer guests in smaller, more intimate wedding venues. They are suitable at venues with difficult access where it would be problematic to bring all of the equipment required for a full wedding band.
They are ideal as background music for more low-key events like a drinks reception, small corporate events or even Christmas parties.
Acoustic duos are also ideal for wedding venues with strict sound limiters in place. Most wedding venues in the UK now have sound limiters fitted – they can cause the power supply to the band to be cut off if a certain pre-determined decibel limit is exceeded. It’s best to check with your venue if they have a sound limiter installed, and at what level it is set, e.g. 95 decibels (dB), 90dB or sometimes as low as 85dB.
Hiring an acoustic duo thus means you don’t have to worry about sound limiter issues as the sound produced by the duo is always far below the limiter’s level.
Acoustic duos are also suitable for international events where you require the duo to travel to your event to perform. For example, many UK based acoustic duos on FixTheMusic perform at weddings in France, Italy and Spain.
With just two members, there is less equipment to transport and fewer expenses to pay for – clients are paying for flights and accommodation for only two musicians, rather than four or five. Hence, hiring an acoustic duo for destination weddings is a cost-effective and popular solution.
Are acoustic duos loud enough to get people dancing at a wedding reception or party?
Absolutely. Most acoustic duos have a party set ideal for dancing – some use a self-contained PA system to boost their sound when required.
How much cheaper will an acoustic duo be in comparison to a full band?
Put simply, the main factor that determines the cost of live music is the number of musicians required. Therefore, an acoustic duo is often about half the price of hiring a four-piece band for your event.
What sort of music do acoustic duos play?
Acoustic duos can perform any music that a full band would perform, of course with a more stripped-back arrangement. Their set lists often feature many acoustic guitar-based songs but they are highly skilled musicians who perform a wide range of pop and rock covers.
How do I hire an acoustic duo for my event?
On FixTheMusic there are several professional acoustic duos listed. Submit an enquiry to receive quotes directly from local duos. You can compare their quotes, message them on our secure system and when you’re ready to book, you can pay safely online by debit or credit card. It’s that simple!
About FixTheMusic
FixTheMusic is a secure platform for hiring amazing professional wedding bands and musicians anywhere in the world. And it's completely free to use.
Founded in 2015 by two brothers who share a passion for great live music, FixTheMusic is a new way to find and book hand-picked bands for weddings, private parties, corporate events and charity events.
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As professional musicians, we realised how difficult it can be for event planners to find and book musicians for their event. So we decided to make it easy.
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Beyond the UK, FixTheMusic has helped clients find amazing local musicians and book UK-based bands for destination weddings and events as far afield as Cyprus, France, Malta, Monaco, Ibiza, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands, Iceland, Finland, Poland, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Guinea, India, Israel, the Dominican Republic, Singapore and China.
We are the world's leading specialists in providing outstanding bands for weddings in France, Italy, Greece (and the Greek islands, especially Santorini), Spain, Portugal and Croatia.
We have ambitious plans to grow internationally over the coming years — we want FixTheMusic to be the first port of call for discovering and booking outstanding local musicians throughout the world.
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FixTheMusic was a finalist in the Parmee Prize for Entrepreneurs at Pembroke College, Cambridge.
We have been an official supplier with Rock My Wedding. They choose only the very best wedding suppliers and we're proud that they invited us to join their hand-picked selection of outstanding suppliers.
We have become the first port-of-call for British couples looking to hire the finest wedding bands UK has to offer.
Having provided the live music entertainment for thousands of weddings and events worldwide, we were often asked by clients if we provided other entertainers aside from bands.
We now offer a full range of entertainment options for weddings and corporate events, from fire dancers and magicians to acrobats and stilt walkers, including other professionals such as wedding photographers.
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