Tweed in Bourbon

General information

Tweed in Bourbon are a high energy Pop Folk, Irish & Americana events band from Dorset.

Available to play at your - Wedding, Ceilidh (including Traditional Scottish), Barn Dance, Birthday, Festival or other celebration. We regularly cater for Burns Night, St.Patrick’s Day & other Special Events!

Our sets are carefully thought-out to ensure guests are not only entertained, but also up & dancing! We balance the order of songs so that everyone is catered for, and customise each gig to suit the occasion. Our music genres range from traditional Irish, Scottish & English music; to popular Americana and modern Folk, plus re-imagined 'Live Lounge' style chart hits.
Looking for a high energy, non-stop Ceilidh? Then we’ll keep tunes fast, songs exciting and dances great fun!

Prefer a calm start that builds to a massive party evening? Perhaps just some gentle tunes during your wedding meal or ceremony? We cater across the board...
The band consists of:
Andrew Helson (Mandolin, Accordion, Guitar & Vocals)
Matthew Payne (Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Vocals & Cajon Drum)
Claire Clancey (Fiddle & Vocals)
*For larger events (especially weddings and festivals) we have a network of musicians, singers and callers who can add to our sound.

For Weddings, know that we take care of everything!

We’ll make contact with the venue & organisers, so you needn’t worry about the band. Just tell us when & where, we’ll do the rest. Wedding services we provide include:

The Ceremony:- Songs/Tunes for background music, walking down the aisle, signing the register and/or your grand exit. In the past we’ve played tune sets, sung in churches and even followed a Bride & Groom down the aisle.

Daytime Entertainment:- Need music whilst you’re drinking, eating & socialising? Want to keep guests happy whilst you’re away taking photos? We can fill the gap.

Dinner Time:- Create the right atmosphere with happy background music.

First Dance:- Let us make it special for you. We can learn most songs, and really appreciate the importance of this one-off moment in your lives.

Evening Entertainment:- This is where we shine brightest, with sets of awesome folk & Americana songs, tailored around your preferences for the evening. Get up, dance and enjoy!

Post Band Disco:- Want to keep the night going once the band's finished? You can hire our speakers and desk to plug in your i-pod or laptop. We'll even stay to manage the sound and pack down.