Kodiak Avenue is a multi-award-winning acoustic duo based in South Wales. Jayne takes the lead on vocals, skillfully complemented by Ifan on acoustic guitar, resulting in a captivating performance enriched by their impressive vocal harmonies.
They provide bespoke musical entertainment for a wide range of occasions and have performed all over the UK at events, weddings, festivals, parties, line dancing nights, hog roasts, cafes and restaurants, hotels, and holiday resort entertainment.
They have two set lists: one featuring an exciting selection of contemporary country hits from Nashville's top artists, expertly performed as unique acoustic arrangements: and a general set list (pop, rock, chart classics, and easy listening).
From heartfelt ballads to energetic cover songs, they are continuously expanding their set list with fresh additions.
Kodiak Avenue is available for last-minute bookings and can be contacted at very short notice. They are flexible and versatile to ensure the client gets the best experience possible, always aiming for the highest standard of excellence in every aspect of an event.
They have their own equipment (PA system, guitar amp, and microphones), and their setup allows them to perform outside as well as indoors, weather permitting.
They also come equipped with their own compact lighting rig for your event, providing the perfect amount of ambience.
You can count on Kodiak Avenue to bring the fun and deliver a night of pure entertainment!
AWARDS:
Wedding Entertainer of the Year (Wales Prestige Awards 2022/23)
Musical Act of the Year (Corporate LiveWire Global Events 2021/22)
Best Event Entertainment (UK Enterprise Awards 2021)
Best Bespoke Musical Wedding Entertainment (LUX Life Global Wedding Awards 2021)
Couples Champions Award (Hitched 2020)
Best Wedding Ceremony Act for Wales (Book Entertainment 2020)
Wedding Act of the Year (Luxury Travel Guide 2019)
Badge of Excellence (Bridebook 2019)
EVENTS:
Kodiak Avenue is ready to bring the heart and soul of country music to a variety of events, whether you're planning a lively party, a corporate gathering, a night of line dancing, a classic hog roast, barbecue, or any other occasion.
If preferred, they also have a general set list featuring a selection of pop, rock, chart, and classic hits, catering to all musical tastes.
WEDDING PACKAGES:
Here are some examples of their wedding packages, which can be tailored to suit the needs of the client:
Ceremony Only
Daytime Package
Evening Package
Based in Cardiff City, Cardiff
SAMPLE SET LIST
ARTIST (A-Z)
Adele – To Make You Feel My Love
Adele – Water Under The Bridge
Amy Winehouse – Valerie
Ashley Cooke & Jackson Dean - What Are You On Fire About
Avicii - Hey Brother
Beyonce - Texas Hold 'Em
Blake Shelton - Sangria
Bryan Adams – Heaven
The Calling – Wherever You Will Go
Catherine McGrath - Hell Would Have to Freeze Over
Carly Pearce - Next Girl
Carly Pearce & Lee Brice - I Hope You’re Happy Now
The Carpenters – We’ve Only Just Begun
Carrie Underwood - Out Of That Truck
Charlie Worsham - Rubberband
Charlie Worsham - Want Me Too
Chris Stapleton - Broken Halos
Chris Stapleton - You Should Probably Leave
Christina Perri – A Thousand Years
Danielle Bradbery - Stop Draggin' Your Boots
Dua Lipa - Physical
Easton Corbin/Lost Frequencies - Are You With Me
Ed Sheeran/Elvis Presley – Mash-Up (Perfect/Can't Help Falling in Love)
Ed Sheeran – Thinking Out Loud
Ellie Goulding – How Long Will I Love You?
Eva Cassidy – Fields Of Gold
Eva Cassidy – Time After Time
Foo Fighters - Learn to Fly
Foster The People – Pumped Up Kicks
Green Day – Time Of Your Life
Guns N' Roses - Sweet Child Of Mine
Jimmy Eat World - The Middle
John Denver - Take Me Home Country Roads (Acoustic Instrumental)
John Legend – All Of Me
Johnny Cash - Ring Of Fire
Journey – Don’t Stop Believing
Keith Urban - Somebody Like You
Kelsea Ballerini - Heartfirst
Kelsea Ballerini - Hole in the Bottle
Kelsea Ballerini - Homecoming Queen
The Killers – Mr Brightside
KT Tunstall - Black Horse and a Cherry Tree
Kylie Minogue and Years & Years - A Second To Midnight
Lady A - Falling For You
Lady A - Just a Kiss
Lady A - Need You Now
Lainey Wilson - Things a Man Oughta Know
Lainey Wilson - Watermelon Moonshine
Little Big Town - Better Man
Mandolin Orange - Hard Travelin'
Mark Ronson - Uptown Funk
Milli Vanilli - Blame it On the Rain
Miranda Lambert - Strange
Natalie Imbruglia – Torn
Nashville the TV Show - Hypnotizing
Nashville the TV Show - Telescope
Nashville the TV Show - Trouble Is
Norah Jones – Come Away With Me
Oasis – Wonderwall
Old Crow Medicine Show/Darius Rucker - Wagon Wheel
Passenger – Let Her Go
Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up
The Romantics/Lillix – What I Like About You
Shania Twain - Any Man of Mine
Shania Twain - Man! I Feel Like a Woman
Shania Twain - Rock This Country
Shania Twain - You're Still the One
Sixpence None The Richer – Kiss Me
Snow Patrol - Chasing Cars
Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Murder On the Dancefloor
Stealer’s Wheel – Stuck In The Middle
Striking Matches - I Ain't Leaving Without Your Love
Sugarland - Stuck Like Glue
Taylor Swift - I Almost Do
Taylor Swift - Red
Tim McGraw - Diamond Rings and Old Barstools
Toto - Africa
Tristan Prettyman - When You Come Down
Vanessa Carlton - A Thousand Miles
The Veronicas - Cruel
Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag
William Clark Green - Creek Don't Rise
The Wreckers - Leave the Pieces
We have Public Liability Insurance, and all of our own equipment which is fully PAT tested. All we need is a plug socket near where we will be setting up.
We have a full PA system, or a smaller amp depending on the size of the venue. We can also provide our own lighting if required.
We will need information regarding where to set up our equipment, and parking details.
Yes, we’re happy to stream music before, after, and between our sets if requested.
Yes, we have a full PA system suitable for larger venues if required, and a portable amp which is ideal for smaller venues and events such as wedding ceremonies.
The Celtic Manor at Christmas time. It was absolutely beautiful and an amazing experience.
Ifan and Jayne enjoy listening to Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, and Kip Moore.
Kodiak Avenue has been performing at weddings and events since 2014, performing at a selection of prestigious venues across the UK.
We love playing at all sorts of occasions, from themed events to weddings, hotel entertainment, cafes, and corporate events!
We usually perform 2 x 30 minute sets, or 2 x 45 minute sets (as required). We will need around 30 minutes prior to performing to set up our equipment and sound check.
We’re happy to play outside but we ask for shade, a flat level surface, and a power supply close to the performance area.
If the booking is made at short notice, we will need to select the repertoire for the event.
"Your choice of songs was perfect, and you tailored your performance to suit the mood and atmosphere of each moment, whether it was the ballads during the ceremony or the lively tunes at the reception."
"Your selection of songs was ideal and suited the event very well. I asked you to perform for us after listening to you on your website but I have to say that actually hearing you sing live was so much better."
"Feedback from my guests was you were outstanding."
Absolutely! We specialise in last minute events, and we are happy for you to contact us with late bookings.
We typically perform either 2 x 30 minute sets, or 2 x 45 minute sets. If you require sets of a different length, we are happy to discuss options and answer any questions you may have.
We can! Our set-up allows us to perform outdoors, weather permitting. However, we will need shelter as electrical equipment is used, and a standard domestic power socket should be provided for us to plug into. If the weather is unpredictable on the day of your event, it is not advisable to proceed with outdoor entertainment.
We can provide live acoustic entertainment during an afternoon event. If required, we can perform slower or more upbeat numbers and encourage your guests to dance. Some clients like to hire us for the early evening, before handing over to a DJ or band later in the night.
We will aim to arrive at the venue around an hour prior to the performance.
We need a minimum of half an hour to set up the equipment and sound check.
We are available to perform at barbecues, hog roasts, line dancing events, themed parties, and many other different types of events! We have performed at hotels, holiday resorts, corporate events, garden parties, restaurants, festivals, birthday parties and other special occasions.
Yes! The First Dance is included if you book our Evening package, and we will arrange and learn this free of charge.
We come equipped with our own compact lighting rig for your event, providing the perfect amount of ambience.
Please see venues below.
Parkdean Resorts Corporate
Brecon Jazz Festival
The 100 Club, London
The Great Hall, Swansea
Festival on the Hill, Swansea
The Celtic Manor Resort
University of South Wales
Kilworth House, Leicester
The Vale Resort, Hensol
Peterstone Court, Llanhamlach
The New Country House Hotel, Cardiff
Future Inns
Village Hotels
Ramada
The Brewhouse, Cardiff
The Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl
Eastwood Park, Falfield
Bar Gallois, Port Talbot
Miss Jones Restaurant, Cardiff
The Pen-Y-Cae Inn, Swansea
Morgans Hotel, Swansea
Coldra Court Hotel, Langstone
The Manor Hotel, Crickhowell
Bar Under The Stars
Cwrt Bleddyn, Llangybi, Usk
Trecco Bay Holiday Resort, Porthcawl
Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park
Waterfront Bar, Brecon
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
Riverside Bar and Grill, Newport