• Fantastic 4 piece act with a cool, contemporary feel
• Great repertoire of songs covering 60s – Present day
• Experienced musicians with bags of stage presence to add a real WOW!
• Lowest fees in South, but available all over the UK at great prices too

The most smoking, energetic, and scandalous rocking unit to come off the South Coast in years…look out…The Daggers are here!

A lively 4 piece with a massive sound and a set list that caters for all ages. Ranging from The Beatles to Kings Of Leon, The Daggers cover all bases but add their own twist to each number…look out for their mega mix of Will Smith hits!

With years of live performance experience between them, The Daggers are the most edgy but satisfying band you could ever need… from the on stage antics of singer Ry, the dancing feet of guitarist Johnny, the power poses of bassist Greg and the solid hands of Damien on drums… there’s something for everyone in this band!

Between sets they will lay down a soundtrack to your event with any request you have through MP3’s and CD’s to make your night as special and unforgettable as possible.

What makes The Daggers stand out most is their interaction with the crowd to make sure you all feel very much part of the show.

The Daggers are:

Damien Trent - Drummer for The Daggers, has been playing and recording drums for many years, working with numerous bands and solo artists along the way such as Richard Walters, Noel Hogan (The Cranberries), Charly Coombes (22-20's) and Missing Pieces, and touring with bands such as Supergrass.

Greg Houghton - has played in numerous function bands including Xfm house band, released an album in 2008 with The Splendour and completed a UK tour off the back of it, got played on MTV2, Radio 1, NME TV and reviewed in Q magazine and the NME. Music degree graduate and now a music lecturer at Northbrook College, been playing for roughly ten years.

Ryan Freebury - has been writing and playing for over 13 years and has played with numerous bands through the years and written with many artists, including: Chris Difford (Squeeze), Steve Hillier (Dubstar) and Kate Walsh. Awarded Songwriter of The Year Award at The Brighton Institute of Modern Music in 2006.

Johnny Stubbs - started playing Guitar at the age of ten and was initially influenced by his father a dedicated lifelong flamenco guitar player. Over the past ten years Johnny has played in front of audiences in excess of five thousand and has accumulated an impressive cv of support gigs, for the likes of: Texas, Shaun Ryder, Mani (from the Stone Roses), Ida Maria and Finley Quaye to name only a few. Johnny is currently playing with a signed band and has a worldwide publishing deal. Not only is Johnny a performing artist but he is also an established busy guitar tutor and session musician, based in the South East.

The Daggers Song List / Repertoire

Fifties / Sixties
Paperback Writer  - The Beatles
Taxman - The Beatles
Stay With Me – The Faces
All Day And All Of The Night – The Kinks
You Really Got Me – The Kinks
Honky Tonk Women – Stones
Gimme Shelter – Stones
Lazy Sunday – Small Faces
My Generation – The Who
Pinball Wizard – The Who
Won’t Get Fooled Again – The Who

Seventies
I Fought The Law – Clash
London Calling – Clash
White Room – Cream
Pump It Up – Elvis Costello
Down In The Tube Station At Midnight – The Jam
A Town Called Malice – The Jam
Going Underground – The Jam
Mama Were All Crazzeee Now - Slade
Ballroom Blitz – The Sweet

Eighties
Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick – Ian Dury
Sit Down – James
Baggy Trousers – Madness
It Must Be Love – Madness
Our House – Madness
De Do Do Do - The Police
Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now – The Smiths
This Charming Man – The Smiths

Nineties
Song 2 – Blur
Here’s No Other Way – Blur
Girls & Boys – Blur
Parklife – Blur
The Only One I Know – Charlatans
Step On – Happy Mondays
Hush – Kula Shaker
Rock’n’roll Star – Oasis
Live Forever – Oasis
Cigarettes And Alcohol – Oasis
Don’t Look Back In Anger – Oasis
She’s Electric – Oasis
Champagne Supernova - Oasis
The Changingman – Paul Weller
Rocks – Primal Scream
Common People – Pulp
Disco 2000 – Pulp
Just – Radiohead
Place Your Hands – Reef
Fools Gold – Stone Roses
I Am The Resurrection – Stone Roses
Caught By The Fuzz – Supergrass
Alright – Supergrass

Now
Dreaming Of You – Coral
Chelsea Dagger – The Fratellis
I Predict A Riot – Kaiser Chiefs
Empire – Kasabian
Mr Brightside - The Killers
Sex On Fire - Kings Of Leon
Use Somebody - Kings Of Leon
The Importance Of Being Idle – Oasis
America – Razorlight
In The Morning – Razorlight
The Bartender And The Thief – Stereophonics
A Thousand Trees – Stereophonics
Local Boy In The Photograph – Stereophonics
Valerie – Zutons
Songs Constantly Added...

The Daggers References

Lisa Claxton, Wedding, Kings Lyn, Norfolk
Hi Matt, Would to please pass on my regards to the band, Ryan and the lads were lovely.  Everyone thought they were awesome, so glad we chose them.  They created such a good atmosphere, thank you so much. Thank you to you as well for being so orgainsed with everything.

David and Ella Ralph, Wedding, Dorking
Matt, The Daggers were outstanding, at every point in the planning of our event Ryan responded quickly. The booking process was simple, quick and professional. The best part about The Draggers is their ability to engage their audience. I have had a number of our guests since our wedding comment on our entertainment saying straight from the beginning of the evening the dance floor was full! Once again thank you for all our help in our celebration.

Martin & Helen Brown, Wedding, Stanstead, Essex
Tracey / Ryan - Here is our feedback following our party last weekend. My first thought when The Daggers finished playing at our wedding party was - What excuse can I think of to throw another party to get these guys back! They almost made me wish my 40th wasn't quite so far away?!? They were absolutely brilliant and really played a major part in our party being the success it was. From the first dance song, which was played accoustically, to them instigating a dance-off between two of my good friends (which was comedy gold! - I've not laughed til I cried for a long while). I've had dozens of my guests ask about the band, who recommended them, where I found them etc. Everyone has been telling me how much they enjoyed their music and energy. I've had positive comments from my 12 year old neice to my 65 year old uncle and everyone inbetween. We had the chance to speak about the playlists and the type of music that we wanted at our party and the band seemed to be very apt at reading the audience and played just the right songs at the right times. I'd also like to thank Ry for his advice regarding how to organise the sets and timing of the band playing - he was spot on. Thank you to Tracey and Warble for recommending the band - if the rest of their acts are a fraction as good as The Daggers then they have a fantastic portfolio and I will be letting my friends know if they need music at any type of event then here is the first place to try. Thank you both.

James and Ellie, Wedding, Clearwell Castle, Glocs
Hey Matt, Sorry for not getting back to you sooner - we've managed to find some time after the honeymoon now that life has settled down a bit. We'd really like to thank you for your help with booking The Daggers to play at our wedding back in July. Lots of our guests asked us who they were, where they were from, how we'd found them because they all thought they were the best band they'd ever seen at a wedding! Your responses were all incredibly quick, helpful and professional. The booking process was very straightforward. The Daggers more than lived up to expectations! Please pass on our thanks to the whole band who we hope enjoyed the night as much as we did, despite the unconventional room layout that had people walking between them whilst they played! Special thanks to Ryan who judged the crowd and the evening so well and really kept the party going, and of course for his rendition of "She's like the Wind". This is the first time we've hired a band, but would certainly consider you if the need arises again... Best wishes.

Mr & Mrs Passant, Wedding, Appleton, Oxfordshire
Hi Matt, Sorry for not getting back to you sooner, been a bit busy since the wedding!!!! Yes the band where great, very nice guys and played well. The guys kindly played an extra 20mins as everytone was up dancing, we did offer some extra payment, which they guys didn't take. I'd have no problem booking or recommending the guys. Send them our thanks, and Lily our 2 year old daughter took quite a shine to the bass player, so think Dady will just have to keep an eye on here in years to come. Thanks to yourself for arranging everything so well, was something we didn't have to worry about. All the best to you and the guys.

Helen & Ken Orledge, Joint 30th / Anniversary / Homecoming, Padbury, Buckinghamshire
Dear Matt, thanks for your message, I have been meaning to get in touch to let you know how much we enjoyed The Daggers. First of all, easy and straightforward to book, the paperwork you sent out made it all feel really professional and I felt no doubt in my mind that the band might be a no show. Good calls from Jonny and Ryan before the event to discuss our requirements. On learning it was fancy dress they got in the mood too with some really good outfits. Band arrived at the hall in good time to set up and put all their bits away tidiliy. Really polite, professional and friendly to deal with, think they enjoyed the meal and our bar maids (girls on the bar LOVED them)! Sorted out our playlist for drinks and meal, we pushed back the tables to create a dance floor, thankfully we pushed them quite far back as the boys then proceeded to blow everyone away with their performance - the whole hall was getting into them so much, they were fantastic. Ryan even played the village hall piano for a couple of numbers, it was quite something. We have had so many compliments on how good our party was and I put a lot of that down to the entertainment, to be honest, the dancing does go into a bit of a blur with regard to specifics, but everyone was having such an amazing time, even the band, they took a really short break and were straight back on and gave a really great encore at the end. They packed away really quickly and efficiently and then were gone into the night leaving in their wake a crowd of totally happy party goers. I have attached a few snaps for you. When we booked the band, we felt they were expensive, but now we know that they offered absolute excellent value for money. With many thanks and best regard to the Daggers.

Sarah & Martyn Miller, Wedding, Portsmouth
Sorry for not getting back to you sooner, but we just wanted to say a big thank you to the band for last weekend - they were brilliant. We have had so much good feedback from our guests about them and they really made the evening a success. Please pass this on to them. Thank you.

Ann Robinson, Birthday Party, Birmingham
Hi Matt, WOW the Daggers were FANTASTIC, I was just gutted we didn’t have more time, I had so many friends saying how brilliant they were and how much they enjoyed themselves. Thanks the guys again for me, they had to travel so far but still had so much energy, really nice group.

Gav and Jo, Wedding, Whitstable, Kent
Hi Matt, The Daggers were excellent - we could't have been happier with them. They judged our audience excellently - the old, the young and the gays. Loads of people commented on how good they were.  More than just a wedding band - it was quite clear that Ryan and his band were proper muscians. They even learnt 'Parklife' for my bride in the car park with no notice. We had a perfect day and The Daggers were a big part of that. They really interacted with audience and even joined in with the photo booth. Please send a big thank you to the lads - we wish we had an excuse for another party.

Louise Prentice, 30th Party, Cuxton, Kent
Hi Matt, Just wanted to say the Daggers were excellent. We had a brilliant evening. All family and friends were well impressed with them. Please pass on our thanks, especially to Ryan who was a great entertainer!! Many thanks again!

Mark and Chloe Procter, Wedding, Chichester, West Sussex
Hi Matt, Just back from our honeymoon and wanted to give you feedback on the Daggers... We were so worried about what the music was going to be like as its such an important part of any wedding. However we shouldn't have worried as the Daggers were absolutely brilliant. I couldn't praise them enough... they were professional and had everyone dancing their hearts away, we had four generations dancing at the same time and a few of us had a moment of bouncing like a teenagers! Not only did the band play brilliantly but they were a very likeable and friendly bunch. We have had many people ask again who they were and where did they come from! I would certainly use the band again and would highly recommend them to anyone. Any chance we could have a compilation from them (of them playing)?... We would be happy to pay!

Ian & Jude Mylon, Wedding, Sussex
Hi Matt, Could you pass on our thanks to the band. They were absolutely fantastic, great musicians, and kept the dancefloor full all night! Everyone’s said how much they enjoyed them (although a few people have complained this morning that their feet hurt from all the dancing!), and they made a massive difference to our evening. So, thanks guys!!!

Peter & Sally Shields, Wedding, Warwickshire
What can I say... The Daggers were simply awesome. Thanks for making our party so memorable!

Sarah Tompkinson, Wedding, Dorset
Dear Matt, we have just arrived back off our honeymoon in the Bahamas we would just like to thank you for recommending The Daggers to us for our wedding. They were absolutely brilliant. They were so energetic they got everyone dancing and jumping up and down all night, they made our reception a huge success. Thanks for making the booking process so easy too. Many Thanks Sarah and James

Ash Jenkins, Wedding, Hants
Thanks for recommending The Daggers, They really did finish our special day with a bang!

Rachael Fields, Private Party, Sussex
Hi Matt, yes I definitely would love to give feedback for The Daggers boys. They were FANTASTIC! I was definitely popular with my daughter and her friends for booking them. I haven't stopped hearing good comments about them since, My son would now like to book them for his birthday, Could you tell me how busy they are in February? Thank you for all your help with the booking.