Sing With The Stars August 2026 |
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Greetings Musicians and Singers
August is here, and with it comes one of the busiest times of year for working musicians — wedding season is in full swing, and if you're performing at receptions, ceremonies, or evening dos this summer, we hope this month's newsletter comes at just the right moment.
Alongside a strong batch of new MIDI files, backing tracks, and multi-tracks, we've put together a practical guide to performing at weddings — covering everything from song choices to reading the room when the evening gets going. Plenty to get into, so let's dive in.
Whether you're chasing that big crowd moment or just want to add something new to your repertoire, there's plenty to get stuck into this month...
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New Songs – August 2026 Releases
This month's additions cover a lot of ground — from fresh contemporary releases like Alex Warren and Olivia Rodrigo through to some real classic cuts from Prince, Rush, Chic, and Heart. Whether you're updating a modern setlist or digging back into the back catalogue, there's plenty worth exploring across MIDI, backing tracks, and multi-tracks.
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Feature:
Performing at Weddings — A Practical Guide for Musicians
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If you're gigging through August, there's a reasonable chance at least one of those bookings involves a wedding. It's one of the most rewarding types of performance work — and one of the most demanding. You're not just playing music; you're helping to shape someone's most memorable day. A little preparation goes a long way.
Here are some things worth thinking about before you take the stage.
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Know the shape of the day |
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A wedding isn't one event — it's several. Ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast, first dance, and evening party each have their own emotional tone and energy level. What works during a relaxed dinner won't necessarily work when the dance floor fills up at 9pm. Talk to the couple in advance and understand the full schedule so you can plan your set accordingly rather than guessing on the night. |
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Build your setlist in layers |
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Think of your setlist like a story arc. Start gentle and atmospheric during arrival and dining, build through the early evening, and peak during the party section. Having those layers planned — even loosely — means you're not making it up as you go, and you can adapt more easily if timings shift. |
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Read the room, not the set |
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Even the best-planned setlist needs adjusting on the night. If the floor is full and people are dancing, this isn't the moment for a slow number just because it's next on the list. Equally, if the room is still settling after dinner, pushing the tempo too hard too soon can feel jarring. Trust your instincts. |
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Always confirm the first dance |
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This sounds obvious, but make absolutely sure you have the right song — and the right version — for the first dance. Couples often change their minds, and there's nothing worse than launching into the wrong track. Confirm it the week before, then once more on the day. |
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Have a plan for requests |
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Requests at weddings are inevitable. A polite, friendly response when you can't accommodate something goes a long way. If you can take a few, great — but having a mental shortlist of crowd-pleasing additions you could slot in at short notice is always useful preparation. |
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Ten songs worth having in your wedding repertoire
These are tracks that tend to work well across different moments of the day — some timeless classics, others modern staples that guests of all ages tend to respond to.
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Thinking Out Loud
Ed Sheeran
Still a go-to first dance song for many couples, and a reliable crowd-pleaser at any point during the evening.
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Don't Stop Me Now
Queen
One of the most reliable dance floor songs in existence. High energy, everyone knows it, and it rarely fails.
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Shake It Off
Taylor Swift
A modern crowd-pleaser that tends to go down particularly well with younger guests and works well mid-evening.
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Perfect
Ed Sheeran
Another perennial favourite for first dances and slower moments. Couples still request it regularly.
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Dancing Queen
ABBA
Hard to argue with for a room full of people who want to dance. A safe and joyful closer to any set.
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The Song Galaxy catalogue has a wide range of backing tracks, MIDI files, and multi-tracks for songs like these and many more — worth browsing if you're building or refreshing your wedding repertoire. |
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THIS MONTH'S
TOP 10 MULTI-TRACKS
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TRACKS CURRENTLY IN PRODUCTION |
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Here's a look at what's currently being worked on. A good spread this month — some contemporary releases alongside a few real classics and some interesting orchestral material.
- Rein me in – Sam Fender & Olivia Dean
- The impossible dream – Andy Williams
- I knew it, I knew you (Toy Story 5) – Taylor Swift
- Medley – Herman's Hermits
- I know why and so do you – Glen Miller
- The Ferryman – Derek Ryan
- First love – Mark Schultz
- Cant take my eyes off you – Chic
- I'm feeling alright (Blue) – David Guetta
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Thanks for reading, and we hope August is a busy and enjoyable one for you — whether that's wedding bookings, summer festivals, or simply finding time to learn a few new tracks. There's always something worth adding to the repertoire, and we'll have another fresh batch of releases and ideas ready for you in September.
Until then, keep playing.
The Song Galaxy Team
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