The Upshots

"The Upshots were out of this world!! For our drinks reception, we had a delightful keyboard and saxophone duo that perfectly set the tone for the evening. This was followed by an engaging roaming performance that had the entire wedding party on their feet, generating a lively and unforgettable atmosphere. In the evening, the band treated us to two incredible sets that just kept getting better. Their garage mashup was a huge hit, making it feel like we had our own mini-private concert! Our guests haven't stopped raving about how amazing the band was, particularly enjoying the unique experience of a roaming performance with napkins waving in the air, turning our vision into reality. Matt and his team are truly skilled musicians with a genuine passion for their craft, making our wedding day even more special and memorable! Thank you so much for making our dream wedding become a reality!! I wish we could do it all again!"

"We booked The Upshots for our wedding reception and it was the best decision we made! The band arrived and set up so stealthily we barely noticed them and pack up was the same. The music was incredible! Great sound quality and a great set list from a very talented group of musicians who clearly love playing. Our guests were dancing all night and the band were joining in the fun. Everybody had a great time; we can't recommend The Upshots enough!"

"We booked The Upshots for our wedding at Wilderness Reserve and we honestly couldn’t have been happier! The band were incredible and everyone absolutely loved them! They are so talented and such a fun group of musicians too - couldn’t recommend this band enough! Thank you thank you thank you for such an amazing performance and for being the perfect addition to our evening. Emily & Andy x"

"The Upshots delivered an amazing performance to round off our charity event! High energy, amazing outfits and cracking song choices got our guests dancing all night long! On the day the band were so slick with their set up and sound check and in the months of planning, the FTM team was great to work with. Thanks so much for helping make our event such a success!!"

"They were INSANE. So much better than we ever could’ve even dreamed. Everyone was on the dance floor the entire night including them bringing the vibes! Worth every penny and flying them to Cyprus! Thank you!!"

"We cannot even begin to describe how unbelievably talented The Upshots are! From the moment we saw them on Instagram, we knew we had to have them play at our wedding. They are even better in real life and the incredible atmosphere they are able to create for you and your guests is completely priceless! Their infectious energy is unmatched and all of our guests said that they were the best band they had ever seen at a wedding - we completely agree! They listened to all of our musical preferences and perfectly incorporated them throughout the day. Everyone was dancing all day and night, and we will never forget the vibe they were able to create for us. Thank you so much to The Upshots and the amazing team, you absolutely made our wedding day! Amy & Simon xxx"

"This band made our wedding day. We knew it would be a party but Jesus we couldn't have planned what we got 😅 So grateful for them giving our guests the best time ever, they all said they had never been at a wedding like it! I just can't get over the professionalism and attention to detail! Such a sound bunch as well, felt like they were friends!! Just absolutely unbelievable!"

"Cannot recommend these guys enough. One of the most energetic and talented bands I've had the pleasure of seeing live. They brought loads of energy, great song choices (both that they played and during the DJ session between sets) and also performed a beautiful rendition of our first dance song, which was extremely special. Communication up to the wedding day was excellent, they also liaised directly with our venue for the finer points of detail to save us being the middle man! On the day, they turned up on time, set up without fuss (included a bonus song for sound check which got everyone excited). Crowd interaction during their set was excellent. All in all, these guys are great. You should hire them for your event. We are contemplating getting married again just so we can have another party with them!"

"Thank you to you and the rest of the band for such a fantastic set of music on Saturday. You guys are absolutely fantastic - best wedding band in London!!!! So many people were asking how we found you and if they could have your contact details - perfect wedding reception music! What a cover band!"

"The Upshots' reputation proceeds them, but we weren’t quite prepared for the intensity and energy that they brought to our wedding. From the first contact through to the set list discussions and the night itself, they went above and beyond. Matt in particular listened to us, was available 24/7, and became a mate as much as anything. There are bands who will just go through the motions and offer you the set list of your choice with good singers and great musicians. But The Upshots know that people make a party, and they get the people going. From the second the doors opened to the last song of the evening, the band were relentless and the dance floor was rammed - so much so, that people literally missed their main courses because they refused to sit down.
This band are a cut above anything else on offer. The effort they put into our wedding and their delivery on the night will stay with us forever. Even from the first reveal of the room we did just the two of us, the musicians and singers were exceptional. Our guests will not stop raving about them - everyone left blown away by their performance."

"We are a couple from London and decided we wanted a dream destination wedding in the South of France. Music was always going to play a huge part and after discounting the local bands, we hired The Upshots. They provided music at the ceremony, cocktail reception, dinner, dancing and afterparty with DJ. The 9-piece band was amazing - perfect selection of songs from soul, Motown, pop, rock, classics and many current songs which was amazing. Would always recommend them and loved having them with us on our special day!"

"We wanted to say a big thank you to The Upshots for making our wedding reception so memorable. The music was fantastic and a real highlight for our guests too with music for everyone's tastes. Everyone said how much they enjoyed the band’s sets and the DJ kept guests thoroughly entertained right until the end. Communication before the day was great and they were flexible in working to our plan for the day and always available to answer any questions we had. Overall a great choice of band that we would recommend!"

"The Upshotss gave an amazing performance at my birthday party on Saturday. Their playlist got everyone on their feet and the lead singers were interacting with the dancers and everyone commented on how great they were! The arrangements were straightforward, timings agreed that worked with buffet etc. Band set up, then cleared up without any fuss or bother. It wasn’t the exact line up I had seen before but the performance was outstanding. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend these talented musicians."

"We were recommended the Upshots by our venue and then having looked at others felt they were absolutely the best band. Modern, energetic and stylish but also played classic soul / Motown. We were thrilled with their performance which had every guest of ours dancing! Will always recommend them for weddings and they are already playing at one of my friend's next summer!"

"Loved every song the guys did – and, being a guitarist, was especially impressed and inspired by Vic’s virtuoso performance – so much so that from that night, I’ve hired him for weekly guitar lessons! The band all round are seriously talented musicians and for sure we’ll look to use them again at any excuse."

"The Upshots made our wedding truly magical! Their 9-piece ensemble delivered an exceptional performance, leaving all our guests raving about the music and dancing. Their professionalism, seamless communication, and diverse playlist made for an unforgettable experience. The talented vocalists and musicians kept the dance floor packed, creating an energetic atmosphere that delighted everyone. We can't thank The Upshots enough for making our special day perfect. Highly recommended for any event!"

"Hi Matt, Just wanted to pass on both our and the client’s thanks for last Thursday. Everyone was very happy with the band and it really made the evening. Thanks, Andy Swinney."

"Hi Matt, I hope all is well. I just wanted to send a message to say how delighted we were with the band. They really were the highlight of our day, the music selection was spot on. We had so many of our guests asking for their details the next day, we have barely any photos as people were enjoying themselves so much no one had their phone out, the sign of a great night! I also just wanted to say a special thank you for the way they treated our daughter, they completely got her involved and made her feel like a star, it’s a memory we will treasure forever. We hope the rest of their wedding and events season is as good a success as ours. Wishing you and all the band well. Thanks, Claire & Ryan."

"Hey, We just wanted to drop you a note to let you know how AMAZING The Upshots were at our wedding. Not only are they beyond talented but they also brought an amazing atmosphere to our wedding. They had everyone up and dancing all night (which was not easy as it was rather hot!) and all our guests were so impressed by their choice of songs and how brilliant both singers were. They also adapted well to some rain outside at our cocktail hour and were super professional. The whole process to book them was smooth and easy and we couldn’t recommend you or The Upshots more! Thanks, Anna & Daniele."

"Hi Matt, I just wanted to say how fantastic The Upshots were on Saturday night for Louise and Ben’s wedding. It was such a great performance by the band and the dance floor was packed, which says it all. The DJ was brilliant and Katie and her colleague so professional with the sound set up and tech. They had all arrived having had challenging journeys to get to Dorney with endless delays, but everyone was so polite and good humoured. Adam was most efficient and helpful as band leader. Please pass on my thanks and I had a quick chat with Louise (when she wasn’t on the dance floor) and she was equally delighted. I wouldn’t hesitate to book The Upshots again. With kind regards, Joanna."

"Just a note to say thanks for all your hard work and support at our Christmas party. Everyone has provided incredibly positive feedback and I know we won’t be looking far for next year’s entertainment!"

"We’ve used many signed, well-known bands before for company events and I would say The Upshots (still love the name!) match up with any in terms of talent and crowd reaction, a big thumbs up."

"Hi Matt, The Upshots is the best band EVER. All of our friends agree that they created the best dance floor in the world and we couldn’t agree more. We would recommend them 12/10 for any event and honestly have the best memories from our wedding night. We thanked the band at the end of the night but can you please pass on our thanks again. They were INCREDIBLE. Best, Natasha and Kit."

"We are one of the foremost event bookers in Spain for luxury weddings & private parties. We always recommend The Upshots first to all of our clients who want a fun, energetic and impactful band to take their event to a new level. It's hard to find better performers and singers and the professionalism they always bring impresses all."

"We booked The Upshots for two days at a corporate event in central London. The client was thrilled with the energy and professionalism they brought to the events."

"We hired The Upshots for my daughter's 18th birthday party at our house. It was a fantastic night filled with the perfect music. We will always recommend and try and book them whenever we need a band or DJ."

"The Upshots were awesome, thank you! Everyone loved them, hope they enjoyed performing again at last after the past 18 months. Thanks again, Lauren & Charlie."

"We weren’t sure what we wanted music wise so we left the whole night under Natalie’s supervision and my goodness did she deliver. All the band were great, especially playing the old 70s numbers with a modern twist. A night we will never forget – they are already booked in to do our next family event!"