Full of energy, CandyStripes bring exciting vibes to any occasion with exceptional vocals and harmonies. Their show covers an extensive mix of songs from 1950s rock 'n' roll to present day charts - including artists such as Kings of Leon, Lady GaGa, Beyonce, Elbow, Rihanna, The Killers plus many more. A highly professional, polished & entertaining set of live music. The band provide a complete professional LED lighting display to light the band and your dance floor, 2600 watt PA system for a full & balanced sound suitable for parties up to 800 guests or as small as under 100. Plus party music on ipod/CD in between and after the performance has finished. *CandyStripes consists of 4 highly skilled and experienced musicians - Exceptional female and male vocals* *Video in Full Profile*

Full of energy, CandyStripes bring exciting vibes to any occasion with exceptional vocals and harmonies.

Their show covers an extensive mix of songs from 1950s rock 'n' roll to present day charts - including artists such as Kings of Leon, Lady GaGa, Beyonce, Elbow, Rihanna, The Killers plus many more.

A highly professional, polished & entertaining set of live music. The band have played over 1000 gigs in the past few years.

The band provide a complete professional LED lighting display to light the band and your dance floor, 2600 watt PA system for a full & balanced sound suitable for parties up to 800 guests or as small as under 100. Plus party music on ipod/CD in between and after the performance has finished.

CandyStripes are available for weddings, corporate, private functions and live music venues.

Your Event
CandyStripes deliver the highest standard musicianship, boasting unsurpassed experience of live performance, every one a talented musician in their own right, producing a full and authentic sound.  The band's dynamic female lead singer is backed by three exceptionally skilled musicians on guitar, bass and drums who also provide lead and backing vocals.  Great music, great entertainment.

The band can provide party & background music to be played before, in between and after their live sets on MP3 player/ipod or CD for no extra charge. This will be played through the band's PA system, plus the use of the band's dance floor lighting for your party - saving you the hassle of booking a DJ!  While this is not a 'manned' service with requests etc. you are welcome to bring your own CDs and MP3 players with you.

If the band's final set finishes before 12 midnight (E.G. 11-11.30pm), music can be provided up to 12 midnight (or 1am if you have booked for a 1am finish time, extra fee applies).

CandyStripes are also happy to learn a special first dance for no extra charge, providing they have at least 4 weeks' notice.

The Band's Music
CandyStripe's show consists of 2 x 1 hour (or 3 x 40 minute) sets from a wide range of popular rock, indie & pop music - from 1950s rock 'n' roll to 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s & 2000s inlcuding artists such as Beatles, Kings of Leon, Lady GaGa, Beyonce, Elbow, The Killers, Rolling Stones, Michael Jackson, Snow Patrol, Rihanna and many more! Please see our complete song list below.

The Band's Equipment
CandyStripes use a 2600 watt full range PA system to cater for audiences of up to 800 people, which provides you with a full and balanced sound.  This equipment is suitable for ALL audience sizes, from under 100 guests up to a large venue with 800. The band also provide a complete professional lighting display consisting of 8 x LED Par 64 cans with built-in sound-to-light controllers, 3 x Prolight LED Colour Burst Up Lighters & 1 x LED flower to light the band and dance floor.

The Band's Image
CandyStripes will dress in smart casual for most occasions, always well presented and stylish at the same time! For corporate and black tie events they will dress more formally.

Candy Stripes are all members of the Musician's Union and have Public Liability Insurance for £10 Million.

Previous Clients include: AON, Abbey National, BT (Around The World Global Challenge), The British Army (inc. 22 SAS), IKEA, Ocular Science, PNO, Skandia Life, Southampton University, Southampton City Council, Tall Ships 2000 & 2002, Volvo Ocean Race, 22 SAS Regiment, RAF Cosford, RAF Marham, RAF Odiham, Fire Brigade Welwyn Garden City, Police Club Chigwell, Essex.

Previous Venues include: Watford Colleseum, Belvoir Castle, Brands Hatch, Cambridge University, Celtic Manor Hotel - Newport, Wales, The Comet Hotel – Hatfield, The Dorchester Hotel – London, The Guildhall – Southampton, Hanbury Manor – Ware, Keel University, Kimbolten Castle, Knebworth House, Luton Hoo, Maison Talbooth Hotel – Essex, Marriott Hotel – Slough, Moor Park Mansion, Pendly Manor – Tring, Pinewood Studios, The Rose Gardens - St Albans, The Royal Wells Inn - Tunbridge Wells, The Russel Hotel – London, St Enodoc Hotel – Cornwall, Tiger Tiger – Croyden, Tower Thistle Hotel – London, Whipsnade Park.

Past Gigs include: The Roadhouse - Covent Garden, London, The Redback Tavern - Acton, London, The Swan - Stockwell, London, Firkin Pubs – Various, Rose And Crown - Kings Langley, The Horn - St Albans, The Walkabout Tavern – Various.

FAQS:

Q:    Can we request a certain song to be played for the first dance at our wedding?
A:    Yes. If you would like CandyStripes to play your chosen song, they are more than happy to do this, given reasonable notice for rehearsal.  Alternatively, the band are happy to play a CD supplied by yourselves for the first dance.

Q:   How long do the band play for?
A:    CandyStripes provide approximately 2 hours of live music.  This is ideally spread over two 1 hour sets, but timing is flexible on the night of the performance.  If the client wishes CandyStripes to play for a longer period, a fee can be agreed on for the extra time.

Q:    What technical information do we need to know before the band arrives?
A:    CandyStripes require 13 amp power supply preferably with two or more plug sockets, but they can work with one socket.  All the band's equipment is PAT tested.

Q:    What does the band provide for a wedding / function?
A:    The band is a self contained unit - they provide the professional 2600 watt PA equipment, full lighting display and a CD player/ipod (if required we provide party music before, in between sets and afterwards at no extra charge, which means you do not need to pay for a DJ).

Q:   What type of music do CandyStripes play?
A:    Rock, Pop, indie & Disco music from present day back to the 1950s.  

Q:   How much room do Candystripes need to set-up?
A:    If you are providing a platform stage, the minimum space required is: 4m wide X 3m deep (13ft X 11ft).  However if you have only floor space CandyStripes can fit into most areas.

Stuart & Victoria Turkentine, Wedding, Harpenden House Hotel
Tink and I had a great time and we were pleased to see you were better than ever!! Our guests loved every song and you helped make our day incredibly special. Please could you send me a copy of the set list so we can go about making mix tapes of your performance!  Hopefully see you next September for my best man's wedding!! Thanks again.

Claire and Toby, Wedding, Micklewood Farm, Shrewsbury
Well back from our honeymoon and as life gets back to normal we just wanted to say a massive thank you for playing at our wedding you were fabulous, we have received so many lovely comments from our guests commenting on how good you were and what a brilliant time they had. You and the band helped to make our wedding day amazing, even the cows were dancing too!! Many Thanks.

Philippa & Richard, The Orangery, Wrest Park, Silsoe
Hi Hannah... Just wanted to say a big thank you to you and the guys for last Saturday – hope you made it home safe. We had such a great time and lots of our friends and family commented on how good you were. Our only regret is that we didn’t have more time to dance and listen to you!! It all went far too fast! I think the reaction from the crowd when you had to stop playing said it all – you were absolutely fantastic (we expected nothing less!) Thanks again and hope to see you at another event soon!! 

Lynne Marie & Ian Furniss, The Old Rectory, Brentwood, Essex
Hi Hannah, Rob, Gareth and Al. A huge thank-you for playing at my wedding on Saturday 10th July in Essex. You were everything my new husband and I had hoped for and much more besides! You're a very talented, professional and friendly band. You rocked! We, and our guests loved you xxxxx
 
Neil & Carla, Windover House, Stratford-Upon-Avon
Hi Hannah & the band. Thanks for Saturday evening - the band were absolutely great!!!

Lisa & Matt, Maiden's Barn, High Easter
Hi Hannah. Just wanted to email you and say how absolutely amazing you were on Friday night at our wedding! We have had so many people say to us it was one of the best weddings they had been too and how much they loved the band!!!  So thank you all for making our day extra special it was just how we imagined the evening being, well better if I am honest! The music was amazing!  I will certainly recommend you at anyone I know!

Jo & George Waite, The New Mill, Hampshire
Just wanted to write and say a huge Thank you for playing at our wedding on 3rd April at the New Mill. You were just as wonderful as I remembered and our friends have not stopped talking about how great the band were. It was such a fabulous evening.

Nik & Nin, Southampton
We absolutely loved it last night! You guys played fantastically and looked like you enjoyed it too. Thanks for helping to make our day so special.

Carrie Tucker, Hunt Ball, Stoney Thorpe Hall, Dallas Burston Polo Ground, Southam
Hannah and the band, many thanks for an excellent night on Saturday. We have had lots of positive feedback about the ball and I think everyone had a cracking evening! Best wishes, Carrie.

Paul Rosser, Surrey
The band's performance was absolutely superb. The singer's attitude was fantastic and deserves special mention.

Jon Childs, wedding reception, Oxfordshire
We just wanted to say a massive thanks for their superb performance. Please pass on our appreciation to all four of the band members. So many of our guests commented on how good they were and how they really made our evening reception so spectacular. Some of the staff at our reception venue also said that they have never seen the dance floor in our reception room so full! All of them were extremely professional, and most importantly brilliant performers.

David Smith, Bicester
Dear All, just a quick email to thank you for making our daughter's wedding evening so special - we've had lots of positive feedback everyone had a great time. Louise & Jon have sent an email to Function Junction saying the same.  We hope to use you again in the future & would definately recommend you.  Thanks again, Dave Smith (Father of the Bride)

Sarah Donovan, wedding reception, Warwickshire
The band was amazing - they really made our night. I have, and would, recommend both Function Junction (one of the band's agents) and the band, thank you.

Adrian & Emma Taylor
Thanks again for a fantastic set, and a very personal performance. Our guests were still buzzing when we met up with them the next day and we have fantastic abiding memories.

Alison O'Leary, Chiswick
Hi Hannah & the band, thanks so much for last night, we all thought you were amazing and thoroughly enjoyed dancing the night away!  So many people asked me how we found you so I'll pass all the details on! Thanks again for everything, you were brilliant!