The Yetis

Short Description

The Yetis are a 4-piece band with over 8 year's experience. They are renowned for high-energy performances throughout the country at Weddings /Events

The experience and talent within The Yetis has led to an extensive and ever-growing repertoire from which the band can draw on for your event, making their live performances right for every crowd. These guys specialise in dance floor classics from many different genres! Videos: We like to be honest with our clients and assure you that our videos and recordings are of real performances and are 100% live – unlike many other bands who mime along to their studio recorded tracks we feel it’s best to show you the true energy and quality of our live performance.

What to expect

The Yetis are a 4-piece band made up of highly-skilled music professionals based in Donegal, Ireland. With over 8 years performing together as a group, they provide an unrivalled experience in event entertainment and are renowned for high-energy performances throughout the country. Since forming back in 2011, The Yetis have performed shows at every kind of event imaginable. When it comes to weddings, corporate events, festivals, clubs, and functions, The Yetis have just the show. Having played over 400 weddings and many more private functions, The Yetis know you are in for a great night. They aim to create a perfect mix for each event by not only playing more alternative music but also by understanding what genres the crowd will want. Music such as Bastille, Snow Patrol, Mumford and Sons, The Lumineers, The Killers, AC/DC, Outkast, Johnny Cash, Pharrell Williams, Elvis, The Strokes, Jake Bugg, Blackstreet, Wheatus, The Waterboys, Kings of Leon, The Undertones, Kodaline, and many more are guaranteed dance floor fillers. Energy, professionalism, flexibility &, most of all, fun ... that's what these guys are all about! Now you’ve found the right band, your next step is to book or ask us a question. Packages range from band only to full event with DJ sets.

Lineup

James McIvor Not to be mistaken for the other Macgyver from the 80's TV show this McIvor is the real deal. Powerful vocals and bags upon bags of energy are only the start of the things James can be described by. He loves to take his audience and make them feel part of the gig. Alternating between semi acoustic and electric during sets allows James to play a large mix of songs and styles ... but will always be wearing the same trademark glasses. Paul Bredin Hailing from the hills of Moville, Paul is the guy responsible for the pumping baselines in the band. He has a love for many types of music but the secret's out about his love for epic 80's cheese songs! Paul is a very calm and caring guy and is known for handing out hugs to people when least expected ... just ask him and he will never refuse. A passionate vocalist and indie rocker at heart, Paul is the backbone to the group. Stephen McDaid In the engine room driving the beats is Stephen. A lover of many styles of music from reggae and funk to rock and folk he has many years experience behind him having gigged with lots of bands throughout the years. When he is not busy growing facial hair he likes to go to other gigs and festivals. With his backing vocals together with the other two guys he completes the dynamic sound The Yetis produce in their shows.

Set List

Galway Girl - Steve Earle Dance With Me Tonight - Olly Murs Shut Up and Dance - Walk the Moon I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) - The Proclaimers Go Lassie Go - Old Scottish Folk Black Velvet Band - Old Irish Folk Jailhouse Rock - Elvis Presley Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor Cecilia - Simon and Garfunkel I Will Wait - Mumford and Sons Blister in the Sun - Violent Femmes Come on Eileen - Dexy's Midnight Runners Shotgun - George Ezra Crazy World - Aslan Rainy Night in Soho - The Pogues Used to Love Her - The Saw Doctors Hills of Donegal - Goats Don’t Shave Whiskey in the Jar /Cotton Eye Joe - Old Irish folk / The Rednex Mr Brightside - The Killers Little Talks - Of Monsters and Men No Diggity - Blackstreet Little Lion Man - Mumford and Sons Hey Ya - Outkast Proud Mary - Creedence Clearwater Revival / Tina Turner Karma Chameleon - Boy George Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus Chelsea Dagger - The Fratellis Take Me Out - Franz Ferdinand All the Small Things - Blink 182 Teenage Kicks - The Undertones One Day Like This - Elbow That’s Entertainment - The Jam Another Brick in the Wall - Pink Floyd Take the Weather with You - Crowded House Losing My Religion - REM The Weight - The Band Fisherman’s Blues - The Waterboys Dancing in the Dark - Bruce Springsteen Run - Snow Patrol Siege of Ennis - Old Irish Folk I’m on Fire - Bruce Springsteen Wagon Wheel - Old Crow Medicine Show Paradise - George Ezra Lightning Bolt - Jake Bugg If You Wanna - The Vaccines Happy - Pharrell Stubborn Love - The Lumineers Counting Stars - One Republic Bad Moon Rising - Creedence Clearwater Revival Hound Dog - Elvis Presley Hey Ho - The Lumineers Mr Jones - Counting Crows Shook Me All Night Long - AC/DC L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N - Noah and the Whale Feel Good Inc. - Gorillaz Pumped Up Kicks - Foster the People Mrs Robinson - Simon and Garfunkel Wake Up - Arcade Fire Get Lucky - Daft Punk Held Her in My Arms - Violent Femmes Old Dan Tucker - Old American Folk Pompeii - Bastille Float On - Modest Mouse I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor - Arctic Monkeys Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley and the Comets All I want - Kodaline Heaven - Brian Adams Runaway Train - Soul Asylum (I Just) Died in Your Arms - Cutting Crew I Predict a Riot - Kaiser Chiefs Last Night - The Strokes Don’t Go - The Hothouse Flowers Lonely Boy - The Black Keys Keep the Car Running - Arcade Fire Where is My Mind - The Pixies Town Called Malice - The Jam Angel of Harlem - U2 Pyro - Kings of Leon A-Punk - Vampire Weekend Gold on the Ceiling - The Black Keys Skinny Love - Bon Iver Cannonball - Damien Rice Delicate - Damien Rice Mountain Sound - Of Monsters and Men Video Killed the Radio Star - The Presidents of the United States of America Say it Ain’t So - Weezer Sweater Song - Weezer The Auld Triangle - Old Irish Folk Whistle for the Choir - The Fratellis Shake It Off - Taylor Swift Wake me up - Avicii Drops of Jupiter - Train Half the World Away - Oasis Whatever - Oasis Don’t Look Back in Anger - Oasis Past the Point of Rescue - Mary Black Long Time Gone - Darrel Scott The Weight - The Band Dirty Old Town - The Pogues

Additional FAQ

Where are you based, and how far do you travel? We are based in Donegal, but travel all over Ireland to perform. From Galway to Dublin, Belfast to Monaghan, we have played in every corner of the country. How long do you play for? We usually play a band set of 2 - 3 hours with a short break in the middle. Every event is different, depending on the venue and the timings for these. Having played many of the major wedding venues throughout the country we are familiar with set-up times and work closely with the hotels and venues to coordinate set-up and finish times so we can create the best live experience for each event. Do you provide a DJ/disco service? We sure do! Our DJ set is very much part of the overall ‘Yetis experience’. The DJ service includes the whole band so when the last song from the live band ends we run seamlessly into the disco. There’s no break in the partying because the disco uses the same large PA and lighting system. The disco runs continuously from when the band ends up until the closing time of your venue. This is typically a 2-hour disco set. As we use the latest DJ software we can play any tunes you want and we welcome playlists provided in advance that we can mix on the night - these can be provided in any way but our preferred method is via Spotify. We also actively encourage people to make requests on the night. Having already provided the live band music on the night, we will have a good idea what genres of music work well with your guests! Can I see you playing live anywhere? We occasionally play at public events, but the vast majority of gigs are private - weddings, corporate events and functions. To get a good idea of what we can bring to your event have a look at our video or testimonials .

FAQ

Q: How long does setup take? A: This depends on access but, assuming we can get to the stage area with relative ease, it normally takes us around 60 minutes to set up and quickly sound check the band. There is often time between the meal and evening entertainment we can use to set up in. We will work with you to make sure things run smoothly on the day.
Q: What are your space and power requirements? A: We need a playing area of 3 x 5 metres with access to at least two 13amp power sockets for the sole use of the band - this shouldn't be an issue. If your event is in a marquee and a generator is being used we request that a surge protector is in place.
Q: Do you take requests? A: Of course! Before your event or wedding date, you'll be sent a music request form by us which will let you request songs as well as make sure we don't play anything you don't want to hear.

The Yetis are a 4-piece band with over 8 year's experience. They are renowned for high-energy performances throughout the country at Weddings /Events

Q: How long does setup take?

A: This depends on access but, assuming we can get to the stage area with relative ease, it normally takes us around 60 minutes to set up and quickly sound check the band. There is often time between the meal and evening entertainment we can use to set up in. We will work with you to make sure things run smoothly on the day.

Q: What are your space and power requirements?

A: We need a playing area of 3 x 5 metres with access to at least two 13amp power sockets for the sole use of the band - this shouldn't be an issue. If your event is in a marquee and a generator is being used we request that a surge protector is in place.

Q: Do you take requests?

A: Of course! Before your event or wedding date, you'll be sent a music request form by us which will let you request songs as well as make sure we don't play anything you don't want to hear.

Customer reviews for The Yetis

Past Customer

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Aine McDaid

"BEST BAND EVER! Thank you so much for playing at our wedding you were unbelievable. You were all so much fun and the craic we all had was amazing. Literally everyone commented on how great you all were and the dance floor never emptied. I have never danced so much in my life and you were an absolute delight. We would highly recommend you to anyone and your song list is so different from the normal stuff you hear at weddings. Thanks again you were awesome!"

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Cathy Lynch

A huge thank you to The Yetis for providing the best soundtrack to our wedding reception! I'd love a copy of the set list!!!! The dance floor was hopping! Thank you for getting everyone involved and for playing all our favourite songs! It was a great party!! The music reflected us as a couple! I will be highly recommending you to other couples! Thanks again!

Hannah Allca

Just wanted to say thank you SO much for playing at our wedding in Portnoo. You were totally amazing and so many people commented on how great the music was. The dance floor was packed all night! You were fantastic and really made our day! Hannah and Carlos xxx

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