Available to book from £500 (GBP). For an accurate quote please make an enquiry.
If you need a professional and engaging musician who cares about providing the best service possible for you and your guests, then Matt Rayner is the musician you need for your wedding or coporate event; his number one priority is to give you an unforgettable entertainment experience for your special day.
Based in Essex, he started honing his craft at the young age of just 8 years old and has continued to pursue his passion for music ever since. Matt's musical Inspiration comes from a wide variety of influences, including Ed Sheeran, Queen, Elvis and The Red Hot Chili Peppers. Over the years, Matt has accumulated an eclectic repertoire of over 100+ songs.
Connecting with guests of any age and music preference requires a unique skillset. Matt provides a fully unique & customisable experience for your special day- whether it’s a lively, engaging performance of popular songs to get you and your guests' feet moving or a more chilled, relaxing ambience of casual background music, Matt can provide it all.
He also performs live with a loop pedal to add an extra “wow” factor to his performances and also offers DJ and lighting services to compliment his acoustic performance.
Combined with his professional equipment list, including 2 separate, sleek sound systems, you can ensure that your special day will be fully covered, with no extra costs involved.
For Matt, the art of performance is more than playing flawless music; it's creating an experience that will be praised by all of your guests and remembered for years down the line.
A note from Matt: I’ll collaborate with you and your team to ensure everything aligns perfectly with your vision. By responding quickly and communicating openly, we'll fine-tune every detail. I also have all the necessary PLI certificates.
Looking forward to connecting with you for your special event!
= areas covered (up to 200 miles)
= free travel (up to 20 miles)
A potential example of a 3 x 45 minute set list:
Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams
Wagonwheel - Darius Rucker
Don’t - Ed Sheeran
Wake Me Up - Avicii
Down Under - Men at Work
Blame it on Me - George Ezra
Hey Ho - The Lumineers
Sultans of Swing - Dire Straits
Hall of Fame - the Script
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
Jailhouse Rock - Elvis
Viva La Vida - Coldplay
Staying Alive - Bee Gees
Angels - Robbie Williams
A Team - Ed Sheeran
Send Me on My Way - Rusted Root
Brandy - Looking Glass
Californication - Red Hot Chili Peppers
Three Little Birds - Bob Marley
I’m Yours - Jason Mraz
Rockstar - Knickleback
Iris - Googol Dolls
When You Say Nothing At All - Ronan Keating
Hotel California - The Eagles
No Diggity - Backstreet
Valerie - The Zutons
You’re Beautiful - James Blunt
Stairway to Heaven - Led Zeppelin
Bar Song Tipsy - Shaboozy
Billie Jean - Micheal Jackson
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Hold Back the River - James Bay
Ring of Fire - Johnny Cash
Come Together - The Beatles
Can’t Stop - The Red Hot Chili Peppers
Crocodile Rock - Elton John
Pencil Full of Lead - Paolo Nutini
Highway to Hell - AC DC
Sweet Child O Mine - Guns and Roses
You Need Me Man I Don’t Need You - Ed Sheeran
Mr Brightside - The Killers
Seventeen Going Under - Sam Fender
Don’t Look Back in Anger - Oasis
Country Roads - John Denver
I require 1 x 13 amp 240v supply and ideally 1.5m x 3m for my two PAs, mic stand, guitar and mixer. I am able to supply a battery powered inverter if a power supplies is not available. A parking space for my vehicle is also required.
I require the venue address, parking and loading information please including any time restrictions/event logistics that will affect me if possible.
I provide all necessary sound equipment which includes 2 column PA's, digital mixer, loop pedal, microphones and instruments.
I require the venue address, parking and loading information please including any time restrictions/event logistics that will affect me if possible.
I love to play any type of event whether it be a corporate, wedding or private event. I most enjoy playing when I know my audience are having a great time and are enjoying my music, this is my main priority providing a great enjoyable service for my audience.
I started gigging back in college and my performance has continued from there. I have performed at a range of venues in East Anglia including weddings, corporate events, private events and local festivals and also host open mic events.
Ed Sheeran and his Plus and Multiply albums are one of my biggest influences, teaching me my rhythmic strumming style and loop pedal skills. Queen/Freddie Mercury, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Elvis have also played a major part in my musical development. I love a wide range of music from all different eras and I always try to appeal to my entire audience with my performances.
es I’d love to accommodate your special requests. I will require time of course to learn your songs if they are not already part of my repertoire but I am always open to your requests. There may be some songs that are not suitable for learning on guitar but I am generally able to cover the majority of genres to suit your needs.
I typically arrive 1 to 2 hours before my performance depending on event logistics and what is involved. I provide tailored experiences which can range typically a 2 x 45 minute sets or 3 x 45 minutes is most popular but 4 x 45 minutes, 2 x 60 mins, 2 x 90 minutes can all be provided to suit your event requirements.
Yes I enjoy playing outside, but shade a flat level surface and power is ideal (however I can supply a battery inverter if power is not available).
I can learn specific songs for my clients, but I typically limit this to 5 songs due to the preparation. Clients are welcome to select songs from my repertoire.
Customers describe my performances as lively, engaging, enjoyable and diverse since I have an eclectic repertoire of songs from different eras and genres.
My set lists generally consists of popular well known songs from a range of eras from modern day pop songs to 70s-80s rock covers right back to 50s - 60s rock and roll. The style will vary from lively up beat rhythms to slower melodic love songs and I will create a customisable set list to suit your event and the vibe that you are looking for. My priority is to ensure that all audience demographics are covered, everyone is having a good time and that the vibe of the music suits the occasion.
Louisa May Weddings
Elite London
Colne Yacht Club
Lexden Wood Golf Club
Skylark Social
East Anglian Childrens Hospice
John Fowlers Solicitors
Inventory HQ
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Funeral / Memorial
Wedding Proposal
Concert
Religious Event
Recording Session
Cruise
Virtual Event
Charity Event
Theatre Show
Christmas Party
New Year's Eve
1950s Music
1960s Music
1970s Music
1980s Music
1990s Music
2000s+ Music
Folk Rock
Blues
Easy Listening
Background Music
Pop
Acoustic
Covers
Funk
Hip Hop
Karaoke
Motown
R&B
Tribute
Vintage
Rock
Classic Rock
Indie
Rock 'n' Roll
PAT tested
Instrumental
100% acoustic (no power)
PA / sound system included
Male vocalist