Wedding Blog - Acoustic Wedding Singer and DJ

My accidental visit to Dorset for Mat and Amber’s wedding day!

on April 25, 2018April 26, 2018 By Matthew Stephens

The booking of this wedding started simply enough! Amber and Mat decided they needed a wedding singer, guitarist and DJ and then proceeded to get in touch with me. We discussed all their musical choices for the big day and got everything in place to make sure the day ran perfectly smoothly. So that's it [...]

Mat and Amber’s Wedding Highlights Video from Sopley Mill in Dorset

on April 8, 2018April 8, 2018 By Matthew Stephens

Wedding Singer and DJ Yorkshire Sopley Mill

Before I write a blog entry about my very fun day providing my acoustic wedding guitarist, singer and DJ services for Mat and Amber, here's a highlights video I made from Mat and Amber's amazing and beautiful wedding at Sopley Mill in Dorset. The first song you hear was their chosen song from the aisle [...]

14th April 2018 – My Own Wedding Approaches! Gulp!

on March 30, 2018March 30, 2018 By Matthew Stephens

Well, after all my big talk of loving weddings - I'm finally having to go to my own! The big day is on the 14th April 2018 and I don't even have an acoustic wedding singer and DJ booked! I might be my own wedding DJ at this rate, but singing and being married at [...]

Featured Wedding – Alex and Julie’s Big Day at The Castlefield Rooms, Manchester

on March 4, 2018March 4, 2018 By Matthew Stephens

"Matt played our wedding at the end of November and was amazing! We only gave him 24 hours notice when we asked him to play and he immediately made a very stressful "day before the wedding" much calmer! Matt couldn't have been any more accommodating, making sure the whole evening was tailored to us. He [...]

Featured Wedding – Clare And Andrew’s Wedding Celebration at MoonSha on 11th November 2017

on February 15, 2018February 22, 2018 By Matthew Stephens

Matthew Stephens Wedding Party at Moonsha, Derby

"Matt played at our evening wedding party, and we had a combination of acoustic and dj sets. From the moment we booked Matt, he was so friendly and helpful, and he guided us through the process. We decided to do our own playlist, as we were quite definite in what we wanted, and Matt accommodated [...]

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Sarah Jubb

2018-05-21T10:16:57+0000

We booked Matthew to sing and DJ at our wedding because my husband had heard him play before in person and loved him! From the first communication to the customer service - everything has been perfect. He has been so helpful and understanding and we would recommend him to anyone looking for a singer or DJ.

Shirley Bold Trott

2018-05-18T09:21:40+0000

Stuart Dare

2018-04-10T20:33:01+0000

Booked Matt recently for a 70th Birthday Party, he was really friendly and helpful while booking and planning setlist. Performance on the night was excellent, range of songs was good, great vocals, engaged with everyone there, and had all ages up dancing. Happy to try and satisfy song requests on the night, and ensured everyone had a great time. Highly recommend. Thanks Matt

Coral Hall

2018-04-02T09:18:45+0000

Where do I start?? Matthew has been fantastic from initial communication right up to our wedding day. We had very specific requirements to which Matthew met and exceeded. He was interactive with our guests and as well as playing our own requests, also played on demand to the requests from our wedding party. Our day was made that extra bit perfect and myself and my husband are both so so glad we found Matthew. Nothing was too much effort and there was no stress for us to worry about!!

Julie Horne

2017-12-05T19:13:29+0000

Matt played our wedding at the end of November and was amazing! We only gave him 24 hours notice when we asked him to play and he immediately made a very stressful "day before the wedding" much calmer! Matt couldn't have been any more accommodating, making sure the whole evening was tailored to us. He even made us a fab highlights video which is just great to look back on. We would thoroughly recommend!! Xx

Vikki Nixon

2017-12-03T16:21:59+0000

Matthew played for my Mum's 60th and could not have been more accommodating! Fantastic voice and repertoire of songs! Would definitely book him again and recommend him to anyone!! Thanks for a fab night Matt!!

Kim Taylor-Allmark

2017-11-08T07:57:22+0000

Matt played for our wedding 22st October 17. It was one of the best decisions through all the wedding planning to hire him. Not only is he exceptionally talented but fully customised the day package around us. I asked matt if he could play an arrangement of in my life the Beatles for my walk down the isle, as my dad wasn't here to walk me down the isle I needed a part of him to take the biggest walk of my life and Matt made that possible it was truly magnificent, it made the day perfect for me. Matt gave me so much advice and was always quick to answer and questions nothing was too much trouble for him. He also took a request from one of our younger guests and sang bah bah black sheep, this was fantastic it just shows how accommodating he is. Thankyou mat for a truly wonderful day! I still listen to your demos on the way to work :)

Stephanie Fensom

2017-11-06T18:18:44+0000

Matt played for our wedding in October, He was so patient with me leading up to the day, and spent hours learning tale as old as time so it was perfect for us! Nothing was too much trouble and he slotted into our day seamlessly, he helped us with everything we needed, trudging speakers and microphones around a field so we could make the day just how we wanted! Everyone said how amazing he was, he made the evening the best it could possibly be, he knew exactly how to keep everyone singing along! Amazing value for money for the time and effort he put into making our day. The memories of singing oasis around a campfire with him will live with us and our guests forever. It's hard to put into words how he made our wedding perfect, but it wouldn't have been the same day without him.

Lesley Tuddenham

2017-10-14T10:38:21+0000

Matt played 3 sets at our wedding on the 7th October 2017 at The Great Hall at Mains, Lancashire. The sets were played during the reception, after dessert and before our first dance just as we requested, with the sets tailored to the style of music we wanted for each. Matt was flexible with timings as the day progressed and even took a few requests (which the guests confused with DJ requests for the evening) but Matt took it in his stride. All of our guests commented on how fantastic he was and he certainly contributed to making our special day perfect. I would highly recommended Matt and would certainly book him again for any other special occasions. Thanks Matt x

Hollie Carlisle

2017-09-07T19:58:26+0000

We booked Matthew's whole day package for our wedding. His acoustic set during the drinks reception and wedding breakfast was fantastic and set the perfect mood for the day. His evening DJ set had people dancing all night too, as he's a great "reader" of the dancefloor. We were able to chose all of the songs we wanted, so I know I could recommend him for any event, with any music taste. Thanks Matt :)

Christine Gaume

2017-09-01T19:02:14+0000

Matt played and DJ'd at our wedding on August 12th at the Durham Ox (btw, best reception venue for informal/posh affair, fact! )and he was a major part of making our day very 'us'. Everyone has said it before, Matt is flexible, accommodating and friendly - you don't need extra hassle when organizing a wedding and Matt just handled the entertainment with no questions. We arrived to him playing acoustic tunes in the garden and he just went about his business, playing mood-appropriate stuff throughout the afternoon. He took requests and varied his style as the vibe changed and the day progressed. We had many kids at our do and they hung around Matt like groupies, fascinated by him and wanting to be him! Matt even played some godawful US YouTube kid's music for my 6 year old son which made him (my son) feel a million dollars. What's so great about Matt's set up is he can do casual, chilled acoustic, ramp up the noise and 'band' atmosphere with singing/backing tracks/amps and play literally anything DJ style as he works from a laptop and sound system - there is nothing you can't have played. We ended our night on 90s rave, Britpop, Seattle grunge and some gorgeous country. Matt, thanks, our day was perfect and it would have been a lesser day without you. Book this guy!

Vanessa Hunter

2017-09-01T07:49:24+0000

I just wanted to say how amazing Matt was at my wedding in August. He met us before the wedding a few times and was more than happy to accommodate song requests we wanted on our day. His version of my wedding walk song was fantastic!! He provide entertainment throughout the day and knew the right songs to play to get the guests up. A true professional throughout and will definitely be recommending him going forward. Thanks again Matt xx

Jayne Keeling

2017-08-29T19:46:55+0000

We booked Matthew to play guitar and sing during our reception drinks and then to DJ in the evening. We received many compliments about his singing and friendly manner as well as his stage presence. Matthew was very accommodating to everything we wanted and our guests requests. He was great value for money and we would recommend him to anyone looking for wedding/event entertainment. When Matthew met with me at the venue prior to the wedding he was very enthusiastic and excited to play at our quirky venue. Thanks again Matthew

Danielle Davis

2017-08-18T17:28:26+0000

Matthew was absolutely fantastic from the very first contact we had until after the wedding, nothing was too much trouble. A wide selection of music was sung at our wedding service, drinks reception, wedding breakfast and evening reception and was fantastic. All our guests commented how good he was. Excellent value for money and would highly recommend Matt for an event, will be using again at future events. Thank you Matt Mr and Dr Davis

Emma Price

2017-08-13T19:48:18+0000

Matt was a complete professional and really happy to do anything he could to make our day special and personal thanks x

Liam Walker

2017-08-13T16:44:49+0000

We booked Matthew to play an outdoor stage at our wedding in July but inevitably the weather was far from ideal, Matthew couldn't be more helpful and suggested doing 2 sets on the main stage to break up the evening which went down a storm. Couldn't recommend him enough, brilliant

Danielle Sheehan

2017-07-26T11:35:57+0000

Thank you so much for a fantastic night of music to celebrate our wedding �! We loved listening to you sing and play and the dj set was awesome .. You were the added bonus, a friendly face, where nothing was too much x We certainly recommend ! Thank you again from Mr and Mrs Sheehan x

Fiona Price

2017-07-16T07:25:35+0000

Matthew shared our special day with us on Friday, making the full day and evening even more special with his singing, guitar and dj set, can't recommend this man highly enough, he took care of every last detail with the music and it really was perfect, thank you again Matthew�

Darren Price

2017-07-15T20:37:28+0000

Thank you so much for attending our wedding 14/07/17 we booked matt for all day to sing and dj at the evening, every guest commented how good you was and how you just got on with it sorting when and where to sing to make our day so special nothing was too much for you and all requests by guests taken on �, At the evening the dj set was superb will defo be recommending to other, once again a massive thank you from Mr and Mrs price

Jayne Fitzpatrick

2017-06-25T10:07:24+0000

Thank you Matthew for all your hard work at our vow renewal yesterday. We are so very lucky that my Daughter Gemma came across your page! You are an extremely talented Musician and all our guests were raving about you! Thank you from a very thrilled " Bride and Groom " xx

Julie Walker

2017-06-12T18:51:03+0000

I just want to thank you for making our wedding extra special, everyone said how brilliant the music was and how it made the reception. Highly recommended to anyone planning their wedding �

Philip Barksby

2017-06-10T12:51:54+0000

Well a couple of weeks ago Matt turned up at my wedding and got on with the job in hand, I had every confidence in his ability singing and the additional stuff that comes with the wedding package was just the icing on the cake. Smoke, bubbles, longer sets without being asked , mobile when needed - in the woods, in the barn, up on the lawn, he just worked around every situation without any instruction and he was awesome. I would have no reservations in recommending him for any wedding (inside or out) just hired him and sat back and relaxed .. he is worth every penny and more . Thanks Matt x

Lee Shenko

2017-06-06T19:55:38+0000

Fantastic performer, great range of songs, would definitely recommend, 5* from me ��

Richard Hurren

2017-05-17T15:25:27+0000

Matt - first of all, a huge huge thank you for making our wedding day even more special. You were so easy to work with from day one and nothing was too much trouble. Not to mention an absolute trooper for the long day. You're an incredible guitarist and singer which really complimented the setting. Your DJ set on the evening was also fantastic and had a lot of people on the dance floor. To top it all off, you're a really nice guy too! Would highly highly recommend anyone to book, as Matt was the perfect accompaniment to a perfect day! Thanks again, hope to work with you again!

Gillian Race

2017-05-16T21:41:37+0000

Matt played at the wasdale head inn ....he was great played lots of different songs and was open to request ...it was a fantastic atmosphere and Matt is a really nice guy...can not wait for him to come back again ...

Helina Hurren

2017-05-16T05:20:35+0000

Matt we cannot thank you enough for helping to make our wedding extra special last month!! You were amazing from first point of contact and even more spectacular on the day!! Nothing was too much trouble in terms of our requests for songs for you to learn etc and in reality everything sounded beautiful!! You are such a trooper, powering through from the start to the end of our day, we cannot commend or recommend you enough to our family and friends!! I really hope to have the pleasure of hearing and seeing you at more upcoming weddings and events!! For anyone out there considering booking a accoustic guitarist/DJ look no further, you won't find anyone better than Matt in terms of the quality of his voice and playing, as well as great value for your money!! Xxx

Matthew Carter

2017-03-18T17:12:58+0000

Matt is a fantastic entertainer, we have used him twice now for our venue "Coast Cafe bar" and each time he has surpassed our expectations!! He was so good that he gained further bookings from his audience who loved him to bits A great guy with a great sense of humour and fantastic musical ability Look forward to the next gig

Claire Dawson

2017-02-12T21:36:26+0000

Great entertainment from start to finish, happy to take requests and played a wide variety of music. Highly recommended, thank you Matthew.

Ceejay Sagar

2017-01-12T17:07:01+0000

Jennifer Ingram

2017-01-12T13:33:30+0000

Saw Matt when he randomly played at The Royal. We booked him for our wedding party and he was great. His live music was brilliant and he played the music tracks we loved. Our friends were really impressed too so we all had a fantastic night. He's a great guy and a good laugh. I would highly recommend him.

Hayley Alabedi

2016-12-29T16:14:43+0000

We hired Matthew to sing and DJ at our wedding ceremony and reception at Manchester Town Hall. He was absolutely fantastic! Nothing was too much trouble for him and he was incredibly flexible throughout the day. He learned to sing and play two new songs that we wanted for the ceremony and was willing to learn more on top of his own set lists. Overall, a really pleasant and professional guy who made up feel at ease in the weeks beforehand and on the day. Highly recommended!

John Ingram

2016-12-08T22:09:29+0000

Me & Jen discovered Matt on a night out for food at The Royal, where he got up & played & sang a few numbers unplanned. He had the whole room singing along, & we both admired his talents! So when it came to arranging entertainment for our hometown wedding party, 26/11/16, we thought he would be perfect. At the start of the night whilst everyone was getting in the mood, Matt played & sang, & took requests, & set a lovely atmosphere.. & then once the mood was set he got the party started with his disco set! Everyone a had a cracking night.. We would not hesitate to recommend him for weddings or any other functions.. Thanks again Matt.. top man �

Molly-Mae Schofield-Lodge

2016-11-27T18:29:13+0000

Claire Schofield

2016-11-27T18:02:23+0000

Matthew is fantastic. Professional and friendly with 5 star performance. Highly recommend �

Marc Charles

2016-11-27T17:55:16+0000

5 stars isn't enough.Matthew performed at our wedding and was brilliant from start to finish.Would book him again in a heartbeat

Emily Charles

2016-11-23T22:07:07+0000

Matt what can I say you were amazing from the start of the planning through to our wedding yesterday! Nothing was too much trouble,always on hand whenever I had a bride melt down moment giving advice when I needed it! Everyone at the wedding loved it and kept asking where we had found you. When I booked you I had a good feeling and you were better than we could have ever imagined! Thank you again for everything! Good luckwith your nuptials next year! Hopefully you will feel just as at ease as you made me feel with your entertainment. Mr and Mrs Charles xx

Emma Raw

2016-11-04T08:37:42+0000

Matthew played at our wedding in July and was fantastic! He had everyone involved and made for a great happy atmosphere. Guests said they really enjoyed his range of music catering for all ages. He was a pleasure to work with, always very professional and relaxed- something you need leading up to a wedding! I would definitely use Matthew again for future events and would highly recommend him for any wedding! Thanks Matt �

Paul Redhall

2016-11-03T17:06:12+0000

Absolutely brilliant show/night that Matt put on at our charity doo, would recamend him to anyone brilliant guitar and vocals got everyone up dancing turned into a excellent night, will defiantly be using him again. Thanks again Matt ( top bloke )

Mark Crawshaw

2016-11-02T23:07:52+0000

I own a very successful restaurant we have live music every Friday night and have booked This guy many times and he's never failed to impress, everyone loves what he does, if you're looking for a singer who can do anything then this is your man. I know you won't be disappointed

Gemma Hamblin

2016-11-02T13:02:25+0000

he is absolutely brilliant, got us all up dancing and singing along with him. the amount of songs he knows is amazing. dont waste time get him booked as he is fantastic.

Ross Herrod

2016-11-01T21:00:39+0000

Brilliant entertainment for any occasion!

Leon Pashley

2016-11-01T18:03:02+0000

I had the pleasure of meeting this gent at one of my acoustic evenings, it's safe to say he had the entire audience singing the songs and wanting more when he'd finished! Brilliant, top bloke too!

Adele Delaney

2016-11-01T17:45:04+0000

Matthew Stephens was a last minute stand in for our wedding, I can honestly say he was better than any guitarist we could have wished for! What a fabulous night. The dance floor was absolutely buzzing from the very start of his set! Our friends and family still talk about him everyone we see them!

Beki Bridges Jackson

2016-11-01T17:21:36+0000

We booked Matthew for our wedding reception in 29th Oct 2016 at Holiday Inn. He was fantastic, he played a good variety of songs on his guitar while people where arriving and everyone commented how good he was and how nice and chilled the atmosphere was, he then went on to do the disco after everyone had eaten. Nothing was too much trouble, he even helped me with decorations for the room before hand as i was on my own. He took any requests that anyone had no matter what they asked for, everyone had a brilliant night and praised Matthew's proffesionalism and attention to detail. A couple of my friends are booking him for a christening and others have asked for contact details. I would highly recommend Matthew for any type of venue wether that be a quite party or something a little more loud, he taylored to our every need and i cant thank him enough for making sure the night ran smoothly, i will definatly be booking him again in the future for any gatherings we have and his name will be the first i pass on to anyone that has any entertainment needs. Thanks again Matt, we are both truely greatfull for everything you did and thank you for keeping my guests happy. Beki & Gaz Jackson xx

Ellis Barrett

2016-11-01T17:12:28+0000

Booked matthew for a garden party a couple of months ago and i would 100% recommend him to anyone. He even let me get up and play the guitar while he sang, top bloke!

Andy Palmer

2016-11-01T17:04:31+0000

I've known Matthew for a long time and have always admired his musical talent. He has that ability to play a great song and send chills down your spine. He is great guy – honest, professional, and polite. I know he would play fantastic music and create a great atmosphere in any setting, be it a wedding or an informal gig. I wouldn't hesitate to personally recommend him.

Jason Tasker

2016-11-01T17:01:48+0000

Mathew was excellent and is a great singer aswell as a good dj reaally enjoyed his music would recommend him to anyone wanting to book him

Camilla Gomes

2016-10-31T22:39:26+0000

Matt you are a star! Simply! You were great from start to finish. You were always there for me to help me with my decisions even when I decided not to do the first dance you didn't let us give up. Thank you not only for the brilliant singing and part but for the friendship and advice you given me throughout this whole process. Without you and your star quality the party would have never been the same. I can't thank you enough and thank you doesn't do justice for the amount of fun I had! You played Karma Cameleon for me at the cocktails and all yours (and now I know requests songs) were absolutely perfect! You give love a bad name is one of my big favourite songs of all times!!! Thank you for telling us your side of the story which adds a lot for that fantastic day and for the great pictures! You are not only a great singer but also a great writter! Thank you so so much! Now I can only hope I can have the priviledge of listening to you singing again! (Or watching you throwing some moves on the dance floor!!!) wink X Cami