About The Turnpikes – professional folk & roaming band based in Amalfi, Italy
The Turnpikes is a four-piece folk roaming band based in the picturesque town of Amalfi, Italy.
With their soulful harmonies and dynamic instrumentation, they have been captivating audiences in the wedding and entertainment industry for several years.
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The band consists of a guitarist/vocalist, a violinist, a cajonist/backing vocalist, and a bass ukulele/accordionist.
The song list includes Italian and international rock, folk, and pop music by artists such as The Beatles, Sting, Coldplay, Oasis, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Bob Marley, Bruce Springsteen, David Bowie, and up to pure 50s rock & roll mixed with classic Neapolitan tradition songs revisited with a folk sound.
We're listed on FixTheMusic's 28 Best Wedding Bands in Italy 🏆
We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Waterfall Garden in Malta, Caruso Belmond Hotel on the Amalfi Coast, SPAO Borgo San Pietro Aquaeortus in Umbria, Villa Arvedi in Grezzana and Masseria Astapiana Villa Giusso in Vico Equense, Italy.
The Turnpikes' performances are not just about music - they are a full experience.
The band's energetic stage presence and ability to connect with their audience make every performance an unforgettable event.
Below you can find a short description about our services:
Acoustic Roaming Performance
The band follows the guests in the various places of the wedding venue, playing acoustic music with the support of a battery amplifier and a microphone. Background music will be provided. Usually roaming performance will cover:
Fixed position with amplification
In this scenario, usually we play pre-recorded music before, between and after our live sets.
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We always have a party playlist with us, with a mix of old and new classics, but you are more than welcome to provide your own. During this, usually the most important moments are:
On request, the performance order can be customised to the needs of the couple.
Whether playing at a rustic outdoor wedding or a lively street festival, The Turnpike's music is sure to get people dancing and singing along.
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
Friday I’m in love
Scar Tissue
What a wonderful world
Wonderwall
Valerie
Can’t take my eyes off you
Stand by me
Mrs Robinson
Lady Madonna
From me to you
Three Little Birds
She loves you
I want to hold your hand
Englishman in New York
I’m Yours
Waitin’ in Vain
I shot the sheriff
Lemon Tree
Yellow
Viva La Vida
Wicked game
Can’t help falling in love with you
Starman
Cry to me
Don’t look back in anger
I’m on fire
Just Like Heaven
Boys don’t cry
Basket Case
Get lucky
Betty Davis eyes
Sweet Home Chicago
Crocodile rock
Jailhouse rock
Let’s Twist Again
Crazy little thing called love
Nel blu dipinto di blu (Volare)
Via con me/ Hit the road jack
(mashup)
Quando Quando Quando
Azzurro
Un’avventura
Il tempo di morire
Con il nastro rosa
Canzone
Attenti al lupo
Dubbi non ho
Dipende
Amore disperato
Mambo Italiano
Bella Ciao
L ’Italiano
Sarà perché ti amo
Tu vuò fa’ l’americano
‘O sarracino
‘O sole mio/It’s now or never (mashup)
O surdato ‘nnammurato
A Tazza ‘e cafè
Guaglione
Tammurriata Nera
"Where do we even begin with the Turnpikes?! 🖤🔥 Incredible musicians, true professionals, and above all, absolutely wonderful people! From the very first moment, they got everyone on their feet! Their song choices were fantastic, their energy was contagious, and the atmosphere they created was simply unforgettable! Not for a single moment did it feel like they were just a band hired to perform at our wedding. We all became one big group of friends, singing, dancing, laughing, and partying together like we’d known each other forever! And the craziest part? Ever since we started sharing videos from our wedding party, wedding planners from Greece have been constantly asking us for their contact details! That’s how impressed everyone has been by what they saw! If I could have ten wedding parties, I would choose the Turnpikes all ten times, without a second thought! Guys, thank you from the bottom of our hearts! You didn’t just play music at our wedding. You became one of the most amazing and unforgettable parts of our special night! We truly hope our paths cross again so we can party together one more time! 🥳❤️"
"The Turnpikes were absolutely exceptional at our Wedding Welcome Dinner in Asciano. William and the band brought amazing vibes to the event. The music they played absolutely made the night what it was. They had all of our guests dancing by the end of the evening. Not only were they excellent musicians, but they were also wonderful people! If you're thinking about booking The Turnpikes for an event, do not hesitate!"
"Hire the Turnpikes! Incredible band who made our wedding day in Napoli so beautiful and so much fun, our family and friends still talk about them! Their music is full of energy and fun and such a good mix. Thanks again guys, you rock. Ben, Carla & Federico."
"Absolutely don’t think about it. They were incredible.. I would hire them again in a heartbeat. Perfect throughout the entire event and even made some special changes last minute for us! Book them!!"
