Halfway to New York

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"Amazing! I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better band for our wedding at Hengrave Hall! The set list was fantastic, but also the performances by all the band members was top quality"
As a band we have toured the US twice with bands including Alien Ant Farm and Fuel, supported Bruce Springsteen at Hyde Park and headlined Trafalgar Square, London. Our lead singer has recorded backing vocals for Ellie Goulding, Adele and Ryan Gosling in the current box office smash “Barbie” movie.
Halfway to New York Pricing & Costs
£2,995 - £4,995
4 Piece band (2 x 60mins or 3 x 40mins) Optional extras: female vocalist and/or sax @ £450 each, Acoustic Duo for your ceremony and/or drinks reception: from £595, Manned DJ service between band sets and until midnight: £250 Sound and lighting for the dancefloor area is included, as is a first dance song of your choice.
Typical set
From
£3,795
Ceremony: Acoustic duo (3 songs of your choice for bridal entrance, signing of the register, couple exit) Acoustic Duo for your drinks reception 4 piece band with manned DJ till midnight
What's included
Halfway to New York Details

Disco Lighting
Sound Equipment
PA System
Noise Limiter Experience
Take Requests
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Learn New Songs

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Function Band
DJ

Primary Instrument(s)

Complete Band
Male Vocals
Female Vocals
Brass
Piano
Drums
Guitar

Style of Music

Ceremony Music
Reception Music
Drinks / Cocktails Music
Pop / Rock
Acoustic
Halfway to New York Full Description
Halfway to New York are a rare gem on the Function & Corporate circuit. Having supported huge names including Bruce Springsteen at Hyde Park and headlined Trafalgar Square as part of the Closing Paralympic Celebrations, the band caught the attention of promoters in the United States. Since then the band have been touring across the US supporting bands like Fuel and Alien Ant Farm. Now back in the UK, the band have been inundated with requests to perform at Corporate and Private Events. Available as a high energy 4-piece band as standard, with the option of adding Female Vocals and Saxophone to the line-up, H2NY can tailor their band to suit each client’s individual requirements. They also offer a DJ service and all Sound and Lighting equipment is included. An Acoustic Duo for your ceremony and drinks reception is also an optional extra Sam Burkey, the band’s lead vocalist, has recorded backing vocals for artists including Adele, Ellie Goulding, and Keith Urban, as well as backing vocals for Ryan Gosling in the blockbuster movie, "Barbie". Halfway to New York are one of the most in-demand wedding bands in the UK, so book them quickly!

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Sam Burkey
We are a highly experienced band with an extensive CV that includes tours of the US and recording with artists including Adele and Ellie Goulding. It’s your big day - don’t leave anything to chance. We will deliver and then some!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
6
Reviews
(56)
Sofia Lambert
Happy couple married in July
August 2023
The dance floor was not empty once!

We had an absolutely wonderful time and wanted to say thank you to you and the band for being part of the day! The band were fantastic and everyone has commented on what an incredible party it was, then dance floor was not empty once! We loved all the song choices and thought they did a wonderful job with our first dance!

Emma and Luke
Happy couple married in August
August 2023
We could not have asked for anything better!

Hi Sam, You were absolutely amazing last Saturday!!! We could not have asked for anything better. Wow! Everybody clearly loved the Manhattans and it was amazing to see everybody up dancing. Thank you for all the special little touches as well like playing Hop Little Bunnies for our beautiful niece. Such an incredible evening. Thank you!!! And you are amazing. What a voice! Emma and Luke.

Susan Paul
Happy couple married in July
August 2023
Y'all Killed it!!

Jonathan and I just wanted to send a huge thank you for coming to play at our wedding!!!! Hands down the best event band I’ve ever seen, and all of our guests thought so too! That was the first thing everyone said to me was how amazing y’all were. We will definitely leave an online review when we get home from the honeymoon, but I just wanted to go ahead and send you a thank you note now. Y’all killed it!"

Anna Duff
Happy couple married in April
August 2023
You guys were on ANOTHER LEVEL!

Absolutely legendary night. I looked at hundreds of bands to choose the perfect act for our wedding and you guys were on another level. Thanks so much.

Catherine Marsden
Happy couple married in May
August 2023
Everyone loved them!

H2NY were amazing and were just perfect for my daughter’s wedding. Before the event Sam was amazing in listening to every request we made and responding quickly. Steve the sax player was great and added another dimension. Everyone loved them. If you want everyone on the dance floor having a great time - and those not on the dance floor also loving their music - then book Halfway to New York

Charlie Key
Happy couple married in May
August 2023
Sam and the team were responsive, professional and incredibly helpful

We had H2NY for our wedding in May and wanted to share that they were everything we hoped for and more! You never really know when booking a band you have only listened to a few demos of, but from the get-go Sam and the team were responsive, professional and incredibly helpful. All of my suggestions and preferences were indulged and the balance of the acoustic set, main set and DJ service was spot on. From Bruce to Taylor Swift they nailed it! The dancefloor was always full and many of our guests have commented about the band and said how good they were. Couldn't recommend these guys enough

Jess McGeorge-Stevens
Happy couple married in June
August 2023
5*! This band made our wedding!

5*! This band made our wedding! From Sam leading a wedding entrance to remember, the acoustic trio to entertaining our guests for the drinks reception to keeping the dance floor packed right until the end! Couldn’t have asked for more! A pleasure to work with, flexible to match our music preferences and such talent that kept everyone on their feet all evening! Thank you so much!

Luke Best
Happy couple married in June
August 2023
The Dance floor was full all night!

Hi Sam, Still clearing up from yesterday's madness! Thank you so much to Steve and the band for putting on such a great show. Everybody said how amazing they were and the dance floor was full all night. Thank you all so much!

Sadye Alden
Happy couple married in June
August 2023
They had our guests up and dancing until the last song!

The band were absolutely amazing! They had our guests up and dancing until the last song and we’ve had so many compliments since. The saxophonist was a fabulous addition that our guests (and the bride and groom) also loved. Sam was great in helping in the run up to the day and performed a lovely version of our first dance song. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED and we will definitely be looking to book again at another event in the future - we are already thinking about renewing our vows so we can have another party! Thank you SO much!

Stuart Netting
Happy couple married in May
August 2023
Absolutely Brilliant

Just a quick one to say a massive thank you for last night. You were absolutely brilliant and went down very well with all of our guests. We couldn’t have hoped for more. It made our day even more special

Halfway to New York Location & Contact Details
Address
Barnehurst Rd, Bexleyheath, Greater London, DA7 6HB, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs

What is your most memorable wedding?

On a hilltop in Santorini, Greece. Beautiful location, wonderful couple. We provided ceremony and drinks reception acoustic music, 6 piece band and DJ service.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Energetic, professional, experienced, talented, accommodating.

What about your business are you most proud of?

Our attention to detail and our accessibility for clients. We know how important their big day is to our clients and we are with them every step of the way. No emails are left unreplied in inboxes, no calls sent to voicemail. We are fully focused on providing as much information and guidance as our clients ask for, and as quickly as possible.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Let the band put the Setlist together. By all means look at our sample repertoire and let us know what songs you particularly like and dislike but we know what keeps a dancefloor full so we can provide setlist that works for you and your guests.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

Sun cream

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Generally a couple will email us with a date and the vibe they are looking for - we have usually been recommended by a friend or the couple may have seen us at a previous wedding. Then I will talk them through our various line-up options. Once agreed and closer to the wedding date we talk through some setlist ideas and first dance songs. Then we finalise logistics, timings for arrival, setup, band food, load-in, load- out accessibility so that there are no surprises on the day.

What makes a romantic first dance?

I like acoustic versions of popular songs - something a little bit different and keeps the guests guessing what the song is for a little while longer than normal.

What is your number one floor-filler?

Mr. Brightside - The Killers

Which band from the past would you most like to have been part of?

Radiohead

What is the soundtrack to your life?

Mr Bightside