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Swing ~ Jive ~ Soul ~ Motown ~ Pop

Sensational live music
since 2005

The Get Downs have been providing sensational live music at wedding receptions and corporate events since 2005.

One of the most popular and versatile party bands in the UK, The Get Down’s unique mix of swing, soul, Motown and pop music is guaranteed to get audiences of all ages on the dancefloor and give you a night to remember.

We’re based in London and are able to travel anywhere in the world to provide unforgettable entertainment for your wedding reception, corporate event, charity ball, gala dinner, birthday party, bar mitzvah or award ceremony.

Filling dancefloors since 2005

What we’re about

Choosing the right live band to hire for your party can be a daunting task.

To make it that little bit easier for you, here is what we think makes The Get Downs special.

we are…

versatile

The Get Downs are renowned for being one of the most versatile party bands in the UK.

Our unique mix of swing, big band, Rat Pack, jive, soul, Motown, disco and pop music ensures there is something for everyone at each performance.

That means that your guests of all ages and of all cultures will be up on the dancefloor all night long.

we are…

100% live

The Get Downs perform every show completely live. There are no backing tracks, no click tracks, and no pre-recorded elements.

That means our show has amazing energy and spontaneity, so that we can give you a party that your guests will be talking about for years.

we are…

experienced

The Get Downs - live wedding band to hire

We’ve been performing together since 2005 and have provided entertainment at thousands of parties.

We’re not just a party band - you’ll often find the vintage version of our band, Down for the Count, entertaining audiences at prestigious jazz clubs (Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club), amazing concert halls (Glasgow Royal Concert Hall), or at outdoor concerts in front of 12,000 people.

Having a busy schedule of public shows also means that you can see us live before booking, and then return to enjoy our music in the years to come.

we are…

flexible

We pay attention to the small details, so that you can relax and enjoy your special day knowing that the entertainment is taken care of.

Our musicians can also perform music for the rest of your event, with fantastic options available for your wedding ceremony, drinks reception and dinner. Visit www.mikepaulsmithmusic.com for more information about all the options available.

we are…

here for you

We provide a fully personal service and many clients say that our customer service is the best of all their suppliers.

Band leader and company director Mike Paul-Smith is always at the end of the phone to answer your questions, taking the stress out of planning the entertainment for your special event.

  • "You and your band were fantastic, not just brilliant at the music but also lovely, helpful and a total pleasure to work with."

    Deborah Meaden (BBC TV’s Dragon’s Den)
    Private Party, Somerset

  • "People were genuinely surprised that such a high-quality group could be booked for a wedding... it was the most spectacular, high-quality and richest-sounding band guests had ever seen at a private event”

    Joe & Leanne
    Wedding Reception, One Great George Street, London

  • "That was amazing!"

    James Corden
    Private Party, Buckinghamshire

  • "It's a fairly mean feat getting 70-year-olds, 20-somethings and 4-year-olds all on the dancefloor at once!"

    Jenny & Dan
    Wedding Reception, Eynsham Hall, Oxfordshire

  • "Mike was happy to discuss any idea and answer any question swiftly. No other wedding supplier was so helpful, fast and diligent."

    Natalie & Andrew
    Wedding Reception, Coworth House, Berkshire

  • "You guys were such an essential part to the day and helped make it so wonderful!"

    Hannah & Rory
    Wedding Reception, Claridge’s Hotel, London

  • "Thank you for being such a fantastic and responsive supplier. Once we had decided on the date and venue, the first thing we booked was The Get Downs!"

    Kate & Jack
    Wedding Reception, Folkington Manor, Sussex

  • "What a fantastic band! Delightful people and they certainly add value to your event!"

    Jo Flannerty
    Epilepsy Research UK Charity Ball, London

  • "We particularly valued the exceptional customer service of Mike, whose response times were swifter and more detailed than any supplier we have ever liaised with."

    Rose & Jon
    Wedding Reception, Bradbourne House, Kent

We’ve been performing together since 2005 and have hundreds of reviews from happy clients - head over to Mike Paul-Smith Music’s website to read more.

Meet the team

The Get Downs is part of Mike Paul-Smith Music.

Here’s a little more about us!

Wedding Stories

  • Lauren & Henry

    A personalised music package

  • Ketija & Gideon

    A Jewish destination wedding

  • Live wedding band hire from Mike Paul-Smith Music

    Kate & Jack

    An English countryside wedding

  • Hannah & Rory

    A Mayfair wedding

  • A Jewish chair dance to Hava Nagila (the Horah) with live music from The Get Downs

    Karen & Andy

    A Jewish wedding

  • Sam & Ben

    A musician’s wedding

  • The Get Downs performing at Trinity Buoy Wharf for a wedding

    Tabassum & Michael

    A London wedding

  • A wedding music package at Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, Oxfordshire with live music from The Get Downs

    Ana & Animesh

    A fine dining wedding