The McKeens
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The McKeens
The McKeens are a four piece folk and country wedding band featuring distinctive male and female vocals. Their carefully curated repertoire blends contemporary chart hits with country classics and acoustic standards, delivered with the warmth and intimacy that defines their folk-rooted approach.
The interplay between male and female vocals adds sophisticated depth and dynamic range to every performance, creating genuine emotional connection with audiences throughout the day. Whether performing during a drinks reception, a wedding breakfast or headlining the evening, their authentic acoustic instrumentation and harmonies shine through. Their versatility spans genres — from Ed Sheeran and Mumford & Sons to country classics and traditional folk — allowing them to adapt their sound to match your event's atmosphere.
Every booking includes a free disco service before, between and after the live sets, a free GuestRequest.co.uk account for guest song requests, and a £30 voucher for firstdanceprints.co.uk. Flexible interest-free payment plans and professional management make booking straightforward from the outset.
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Band Reviews & Testimonials
"The band were absolutely incredible. The perfect way to end our special day. We wanted something a bit unique but still wanted everyone to dance and that's exactly what we got. Even Tom's football mates got up which none of us saw coming." – Rhona Davies
"We had The McKeens at our barn wedding in August and they were absolutely brilliant. The folk vibe was exactly what we were looking for and the male and female vocals together sounded incredible. The dance floor was packed from the first song to the last. Our guests are still talking about it three months on!" – Sarah & James Whitfield, Hertfordshire, 2018
"We took a bit of a gamble booking a band we'd only seen on video but The McKeens totally delivered. The acoustic set during the wedding breakfast was a lovely touch and the evening set had everyone on their feet. Couldn't recommend them highly enough." – Mark & Fiona Hargreaves, Surrey, 2018
"What a band! We wanted something a bit different from the usual wedding band and The McKeens were exactly that. The country twist on modern songs is brilliant. My dad, who genuinely doesn't dance, was up for half the night. Worth every penny." – Lucy & Dan Pemberton, Oxfordshire, 2019
"The McKeens were the highlight of our wedding day. The mix of old and new songs meant there was genuinely something for everyone, from the kids to my 80-year-old nan. The vocals are stunning and the energy was off the charts. We would book them again in a heartbeat." – Becky & Tom Morrison, Hampshire, 2019
"After two years of rescheduling because of Covid we finally got to have our wedding and The McKeens were absolutely worth the wait. They even remembered us from when we originally booked in 2020, which made it feel really personal. The night was everything we hoped for and more." – Emma & Chris Daley, Surrey, 2022
"Genuinely one of the best wedding bands I've ever seen and I've been to a lot of weddings. The set list was perfectly judged — they built it up brilliantly and by the end of the night the dance floor was absolutely rammed. Professional, brilliant and great value." – Kate & Rob Fletcher, Wiltshire, 2022
What's Included With Your Booking
Additional Entertainment Options
Afternoon Solo Acoustic Set
A solo acoustic set for your ceremony, drinks reception, or wedding breakfast.
Bespoke First Dance Song
Your chosen first dance song performed live, arranged to suit the band's style.
Professional Stage Hire
A raised stage platform, supplied and rigged by our production partner.
The McKeens
Repertoire
Perfect (Ed Sheeran)
Can't Stop The Feeling (Justin Timberlake)
Shape Of You (Ed Sheeran)
Sorry (Justin Bieber)
Shout Out To My Ex (Little Mix)
Chained To The Rhythm (Katy Perry)
Castle On The Hill (Ed Sheeran)
Symphony (Clean Bandit)
Black Magic (Little Mix)
Rockabye (Clean Bandit)
Marvin Gaye (Meghan Trainor)
Shake It Off (Taylor Swift)
Shut Up & Dance (Walk The Moon)
Don't You Worry Child (Swedish House Mafia)
Wake Me Up (Avicii)
Bills (Lunchmoney Lewis)
Cheerleader (OMI)
I Just Want You To Dance With Me Tonight (Olly Murs)
Sit Down (James)
Thinking Out Loud (Ed Sheeran)
Rather Be (Clean Bandit)
Hold My Hand (Jess Glynne)
Blurred Lines (Robin Thicke)
All About That Bass (Meghan Trainor)
Sugar (Maroon 5)
Burn (Ellie Goulding)
Domino (Jessie J)
Raise Your Glass (Pink)
Bang Bang (Jessie J & Ariana Grande)
We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together (Taylor Swift)
Happy (Pharrell Williams)
Get Lucky (Daft Punk)
Edge Of Glory (Lady GaGa)
California Girls (Katy Perry)
Moves Like Jagger (Maroon 5)
We Found Love (Rihanna / Calvin Harris)
Uptown Funk (Bruno Mars)
Valerie (Amy Winehouse)
Let Me Entertain You (Robbie Williams)
Angels (Robbie Williams)
Wonderwall (Oasis)
Everybody (Blues Brothers)
Human (The Killers)
I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing (Aerosmith)
I Got A Feelin' (The Black Eyed Peas)
Year 3000 (Busted)
Sex On Fire (Kings Of Leon)
Mr Brightside (The Killers)
It's All About You (McFly)
Crazy In Love (Beyoncé)
Viva La Vida (Coldplay)
A Million Love Songs (Take That)
Dynamite (Taio Cruz)
Since You've Been Gone (Kelly Clarkson)
Single Ladies (Beyoncé)
Footloose (Kenny Loggins)
Don't Look Back In Anger (Oasis)
Chasing Cars (Snow Patrol)
9 to 5 (Dolly Parton)
Take On Me (A-ha)
Ain't No Mountain High Enough (Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell)
Don't You Want Me (The Human League)
All Night Long (Lionel Richie)
Dancing On The Ceiling (Lionel Richie)
Go Your Own Way (Fleetwood Mac)
Sweet Child Of Mine (Guns N' Roses)
With Or Without You (U2)
One Way Or Another (Blondie)
Don't Stop (Fleetwood Mac)
Sweet Home Alabama (Lynyrd Skynyrd)
Billie Jean (Michael Jackson)
I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Whitney Houston)
Like A Prayer (Madonna)
Don't Stop Believin' (Journey)
Summer of 69 (Bryan Adams)
Livin' On A Prayer (Bon Jovi)
You Can't Hurry Love (The Supremes)
Rock Around The Clock (Bill Haley)
Hound Dog (Elvis Presley)
Twist & Shout (The Beatles)
I Feel Good (James Brown)
Ain't No Mountain High Enough (Marvin Gaye)
Brown Eyed Girl (Van Morrison)
Johnny B Goode (Chuck Berry)
Shout (Lulu)
FAQ's
Yes. The McKeens can perform a live first dance for a small additional fee of £40. It is best to confirm the song choice as early as possible in the booking process to allow sufficient preparation time.
The McKeens specialise in folk and country-influenced wedding entertainment featuring both male and female vocals. Their sound blends contemporary hits with acoustic standards, delivering warm, emotionally engaging performances that resonate across all age groups.
Yes. The McKeens offer an optional solo acoustic afternoon set, perfect for ceremonies, drinks receptions or wedding breakfasts. Their stripped-back arrangements showcase the strength of their vocals and instrumentation beautifully.
The McKeens will travel up to approximately three and a half hours from their base and cover a very wide area. For specific venue locations, contact the management team directly to confirm availability and discuss travel requirements.
Every McKeens booking includes a complimentary disco service before, between and after the live sets, a free GuestRequest.co.uk account for song requests, and professional sound and LED lighting as standard. Flexible payment plans are also available.
