Amber Lights
Amber Lights are a colossal 7 piece collective featuring male and female vocals, guitar, drums, bass and a stunning 3-part brass section. Their sound is simply infectious, recreating the incredible energy of the world’s most popular songs and getting everyone up and onto the dance floor. Do not let their age fool you, these youngsters have been touring throughout Scotland and the UK for quite some time now, honing their skills as entertainers and party atmosphere providers.
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The Amber Lights are a versatile and dynamic 7-piece wedding band based in Edinburgh, Scotland. While they thrive as a full ensemble, their talent extends to smaller configurations, including an acoustic duo, a jazz trio, and a smaller 5-piece featuring 1 brass instrument.
Renowned for their infectious energy and irresistible funk, Amber Lights have become a staple in the Edinburgh music scene. With their ability to captivate audiences and get any party started, they've earned a reputation as the go-to choice for lively and memorable events. The band have toured extensively throughout Scotland, leaving their mark on audiences far and wide, and their dedication to delivering top-notch performances has garnered them a loyal following and solidified their position as one of the most sought-after bands in the region.
Amber Lights take pride in their professionalism and adaptability. Their extensive roster of songs means they can deliver a tailored performance for weddings, corporate events and private parties, and they are always happy to add a song or two to make anyone’s event feel special. Their flexibility also means they can bring this energy in a smaller configuration to accommodate more intimate spaces, whilst keeping the groove intact! From classic hits to contemporary favourites, the band breathe new life into every tune they play with their unique funky edge, and make sure every song grooves and gets the audience dancing. The Amber Lights are sure to make your event an unforgettable evening.
If you're looking to elevate your next event with music that gets people on their feet and keeps them dancing all night long, look no further than the Amber Lights. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate function, or private party, they're the perfect choice to bring the funk and make your event truly special.
What our clients say about Amber Lights
One of the best function bands I’ve seen in a while. They looked like they were having so much on stage, the crowd was going nuts in front of them, and there was an all-around great vibe at the venue throughout the night. It was so refreshing seeing musicians have that much fun on stage, the ceilidh only added to the night, and all of us had such a great time listening to them play. Hope to see them again soon!
Melanie Douglas
The Amber Lights were professional and so easy to work with at our wedding. We loved Honza’s version of “Can’t Help Falling In Love” for our first dance, and were so happy to have the brass section there to really bring something special to the evening. Their repertoire was incredibly diverse, and our guests gave us so many compliments regarding the band all night. Thank you to Honza and the rest of the band for being there on our special day.
Andrew & Mary Smith
Hey guys, just wanted to get in touch to say again how fun it was having you play at our wedding. We are so grateful to Pete for calling the ceilidh and getting everyone organized, I know a lot of us struggled but we got there largely due to his help haha. It really got everybody moving and from then on, the night just went up and up. Everyone was having a great time, the dancefloor was buzzing and the set list was incredibly wide. It was such a wholesome evening for so many reasons, and one of those was the quality of your performance. Wishing you all the best guys,
Euan Pettrie
Thank you Mel for singing our first dance, it meant so much to us! The band was so professional, they sounded great, we loved having the brass there and most importantly we had such a fun time dancing all night. Thank you for taking requests and getting everybody dancing the slosh as well haha. Really grateful you were there to keep the party going throughout the night.
Amy Williams
I just wanted to say again thank you for playing at our wedding. The dance floor was so busy all night, everyone was up on their feet, and the whole performance really helped bring our special day to a fantastic close. You even got my parents to dance…which is saying a lot… honestly a great night all around and John and I are both so so grateful.
Abby & John Maitland
Amber Lights were perfect for our wedding. Both the male and female vocalist had a great repertoire covering a whole bunch of songs and era’s, giving everyone a song to sing and dance along to on the night. So many of our guests came up to ask about the band’s name and mentioned how fun and energetic the whole performance was. I would highly recommend booking this band for your event, they won’t disappoint.
Fraser Hearn
Sorry it has taken so long to get back to you, but I wanted to personally say thank you for how you played at our wedding last month. You were absolutely fantastic, ticked all the boxes both in the context of music and general professionalism. Having the brass there really added to the evening and I was so impressed at how big the band sounded. I wish you guys all the best in the future!
Lisa McDonald
HI! Just wanted to send over a wee email to say thank you again for such a brilliant night! You really helped bring the whole night together, everyone had a great time, and I was so happy to see everyone onto the dance floor. Your version of “Perfect” for the first dance was so lovely and the ceilidh was great as well. All the best guys, and thanks again!
Angus Gordon.
Audio Demos
- Levitating
- Juice
- I Feel Good
- Budapest
- Radioactive
Frequently Asked Questions
How much time do you need for set up & sound check?
We need around an hour to complete our set up and sound check.
What are your standard performance times?
During a standard 4 hour set, we tend to play x3 hour long sets, with x3 breaks throughout the evening.
I'm not sure what my timings are going to be yet, is there any flexibility on the standard timings?
Yes, absolutely! Mel will be your point of contact, and she will be in touch with you in the weeks leading up to your big day.
Can I pick the songs that you'll play on the night?
During peak months, we don’t learn any extra songs off the set list. Out-with peak times, we are happy to discuss 1 or 2 potential extra songs.
Will you learn our first dance?
Absolutely! Please make Mel aware of your first dance title, artist and provide a link to the version you like and we can make it happen.
Will the band provide background music during your break?
Yes, we have a set playlist of classic party songs that we do not play so there are no song repeats on your big night.
My venue has a 1am license, do you offer an extension to keep the night going until then?
We do offer an extension, and prices for this can be seen on your MFS contract, please discuss this with Mel in advance.
Which artists are you most influenced by?
We are a funk band at heart, so we like to put a funky spin on your typical wedding set! Bands such as Scary pockets are a huge inspiration to us, to keep things exciting!
Can you provide a ceilidh set? If so, could you give us more information about this - how long does it last, what instruments do you play, can you call the dances for our guests?
We do! Prior to your big day, Mel will be in touch to ask whether you want the ceilidh set to happen all at once, or spread through the night. Our typical ceilidh set lasts around 45 minutes (we usually recommend putting this before the evening buffet). Our ceilidh set is currently made up of drums, guitar and bass. Pete calls the dances, while Mel & Iain are available to demonstrate the dances to your guests if required.
What do you think your clients love most about your performances?
Our brass section is a huge selling point of the Amber Lights because they bring a whole new level to the big day! The big band style of music we provide is upbeat, fun and gets everyone up on the dance floor!
Do you offer any other add-on options?
If required, Mel & Pete are able to provide an acoustic set prior to the full band set for your ceremony or canape reception. If you’re interested in this offer, please get in touch with Mel.
Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?
Yes, we bring our own kit with us, and will set this up ourselves.
Do you have PAT Cert & PLI Insurance?
Our equipment is brand new so does not require a PAT test quite yet, but when it does we will be sure to get it done. The band are currently have PLI insurance.
Amber Lights Songlist
20s
- Blinding Lights - The Weekend
- About Damn Time - Lizzo
- Late Night Talking - Harry Styles
- Dreams - Scary Pockets
10s
- Wake Me Up - Avicii
- Get Lucky - Daft Punk
- Moves Like Jagger - Maroon 5
- Happy - Pharrell Williams
- Treasure - Bruno Mars
- Budapest - George Ezra
- Shake it Off - Taylor Swift
- Shut Up and Dance - Walk The Moon
- Radioactive - Imagine Dragons
- Cake By The Ocean - DNCE
- Shape Of You - Ed Sheeran
- Can't Stop The Feeling! - Justin Timberlake
- Feels - Calvin Harris, Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry
- Juice - Lizzo
- Levitating - Dua Lipa
- Attention - Charlie Puth
- Me Too - Meghan Trainor
00s
- Mercy - Duffy
- American Boy - Estelle
- You've Got The Love - Florence And The Machine
- Black Horse & The Cherry Tree - KT Tunstall
- Valerie - Mark Ronson
- Hey Ya - Outkast
- New Shoes - Paolo Nutini
- Mr Brightside - The Killers
- Seven Nation Army - The White Stripes
- Accidently In Love - The Counting Crows
- Let's Get It Started - Black Eyed Peas
- Toxic - Britney Spears
- Lady Marmalade - Christina Aguilera
90s
- Livin La Vida Loca - Ricky Martin
- Proud Mary - Tina Turner
- Everybody - Back Street Boys
- Virtual Insanity - Jamiroquai
- Waterfalls - TLC
- Macarena - Los Del Rio
80s
- Does Your Mother Know - Abba
- Dancing In The Dark - Bruce Springsteen
- Dignity - Deacon Blue
- Nine to Five - Dolly Parton
- Don't Stop Believin' - Journey
- Walking On Sunshine - Katrina & The Waves
- Footloose - Kenny Loggins
- Celebration - Kool & The Gang
- Beat It - Michael Jackson
- Call Me Al - Paul Simon
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
- 500 Miles - The Proclaimers
- I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston
- Everywhere - Fleetwood mac
- Aint Nobody - Chaka Khan
- You Make My Dreams Come True - Hall and Oats
- Let's Dance - David Bowie
- I'm Coming Out - Diana Ross
- U Cant Touch This - MC Hammer
- Careless Whisper - Wham!
- Voulez Vous - Abba
- Material Girl - Madonna
70s
- Lovely Day - Bill Withers
- Le Freak - Chic
- Blame It On The Boogie - Jackson 5
- We Are Family - Sister Sledge
- Stuck In The Middle - Stealers Wheel
- Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
- Superstition - Stevie Wonder
- Stayin' Alive - The Bee Gees
- Long Train Running - The Doobie Brothers
- Be My Baby - The Ronettes
- Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
- Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder
- Funky Town - Lipps Inc
- Dont Stop Til You Get Enough - Michael Jackson
- Use Me - Bill Withers
- Brick House - The Commodores
60s
- Respect - Aretha Franklin
- A Little Less Conversation - Elvis Presley
- Higher And Higher - Jackie Wilson
- Ain't No Mountain - Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
- Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
- I'm A Believer - The Monkees
- Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
- Rock And Roll Medley - Various
- day Tripper - The Beatles
- Feeling Good - Nina Simone
50s
- Johnny B Goode - Chuck Berry
- Tequlia - The Champs
Folk/Traditional
- Canadian Barn Dance
- Dashing White Sergeant
- Gay Gordons
- Strip The Willow