STARLIGHT
Wedding Band & Corporate Event Entertainment in Ireland
“Music is the shorthand of emotion.” – Leo Tolstoy
STARLIGHT
Your Dream Wedding Experience!
Elevate your special day with our versatile and captivating band.
From heartwarming ceremonies to lively drinks receptions and electrifying main parties, we’ve got it all covered.
Our 05 musicians with 03 singers are ready to bring the best energy and musicality to your party.
Let us create an enchanting atmosphere, leaving you and your guests dancing and cherishing memories that last a lifetime.
Book us now and make your wedding truly unforgettable!
A little taste of our set up
Ceremony
Drinks Reception
Meet the Band
Rodrigo Vicaria
Versatile Brazilian guitarist, vocalist & multi-instrumentalist in Ireland for 7 years.
Infuses Latin flair into performances. Band leader, meticulous manager blending 15 years’ business expertise into successful projects.
Lauren Davis
Extraordinary vocalist with unmatched talent, elevating the band with unparalleled musicality.
A rare gem in the music realm.
Beyond exceptional, she embodies kindness and thoughtfulness.
Dave Shaughnessy
Outstanding drummer mastering dynamics from serene jazz to rock ‘n’ roll.
Crafts flawless tempos, adapting to song needs effortlessly.
Radiates kindness, infusing a tranquil vibe into the band.
Francesco Olivieri
Exceptionally skilled bassist thriving in diverse music projects across Ireland—originals, weddings, jazz fests.
A groove maestro, infusing heart into the band’s sound. Adaptable, intuitively crafting perfect musical moments.
Kim O'Hehir
Keyboard virtuoso and dynamic female vocalist.
With professionalism and reliability, she adds harmonious vocals and expands our repertoire with her versatile keyboard skills
Why Us
Pre-Wedding Assurance
Organized and professional, our band ensures stress-free planning.
Versatile Playlist
Choose from 300+ songs with options for male or female vocals to set your wedding style.
First Dance Perfection
Experience a live, specially learned first dance that sets the tone for a magical night.
Timely Setup
Our early arrival with high-quality equipment guarantees a seamless start to your celebration.
Unforgettable Night
The next day, sore feet become the talk of the town—a testament to a dance-filled celebration.
Dance Floor Magic
Watch your chosen first dance come to life, setting the stage for a night filled with joy.
Our Services
STARLIGHT is well able to provide all the steps of your wedding, from the “I say yes” to the big after party
Ceremony (Civil or Religious)
A Ceremony is always a tailored moment for you.
No matter if it’s civil or religious, we are going to talk beforehands of each song you want on each moment, such as the “Walking down the aisle”, going to the sign of the register, until the Recessional Song lifting the energy up for your new life
Drinks Reception
You’re taking a few photos to remember for the rest of your life. Meanwhile, the guests are having a few drinks and snacks before the dinner. Some chill background music here is very suitable to release any tension on that moment.
Party After Dinner
While the Ceremony is the Highest moment of you Life, we can say easily say this is the Highest moment of your day.
It’s time to party like never, share all your happinness with the ones you love and have the Time of Your Life
However, you will still have the last chance to chill and dance calmly: Your First Dance.
*Well, unless you want a party First Dance too, which is totally understandable 😉
DJ After Band
The last chord was played, the last cymbal was hit, the vocalist says “Congratulations to the newest couple”, and that’s it…. The party is over
C’mon, no way. Instantly a song will be played to keep the party going. Smoothly, quickly, the DJ service keeps the energy super high and the Dance Floor full
Reviews
Lauren & Brendan 03/09/2021
“I genuinely love these guys!! Rodrigo’s guitar skills are second to none and Lauren’s voice is out of this world!
They even refreshed my first dance song (which they hadn’t played in years) and that was so special to us.
Guys you definitely made our wedding day and we would highly recommend you to everyone and anyone who is looking a band or even more chilled setting at any function. Your both fab.”
Alisson & Darragh 19/10/2023
“We are an Irish and Brazilian couple, and one of the things that truly set Vic Wedding Band apart was their versatility. The fact that they incorporated Brazilian songs into their repertoire was a delightful surprise, and the crowd absolutely loved it
Our wedding had a diverse mix of guests, ranging from young to old, and Vic Wedding Band managed to keep the dance floor full the entire night
After the band finished, the manager at the hotel even commented that they were the best wedding band to ever play at the venue, and I couldn’t agree more
The entire process of dealing with the band was a pleasure.
Rodrigo, who I’ve had the pleasure of seeing perform during my time in Galway, was an absolute gent to deal with from the beginning. He was professional, friendly, and always ready to accommodate our requests. And then there’s Lauren, their amazing singer. Her voice is truly remarkable and added that extra touch of magic to our special day.”
Caroline & William 28/10/2022
“When we look back on our wedding day certain things stood out and Vicaria was one of those!
We requested a the Dermot Kennedy cover version of days like this for when I walked down the aisle and I don’t think there was a dry eye ti be seen!
Highly Highly recommend Vicaria for your wedding you and your guests will adore them!!!!”
You Asked, We Answered
Do you play our first dance?
Yes, we’ll play your first dance.
However, in a rare case where there`s a huge production on the song with instruments we can`t reproduce like the original, we would advise you either to play on MP3, or we would introduce you a new version of the song, maybe acoustic.
How many musicians in the band?
We’re a dynamic quintet—01 male and 02 female vocals, guitar, bass, keyboard and drums—ensuring a full and versatile sound experience for any song. Quality guaranteed.
Are you a band or an Agency?
We’re a band, not an agency. When you choose VIC, Rodrigo and Lauren will be there with our top musicians to ensure a personalized and unforgettable experience for your wedding.
We have regular instrumentists, such as Dave, Sam, Francesco and Luan, all top tier bassists and drummers in Ireland.
What happens if someone gets heavily sick in the day of the wedding?
I can assure you a simple cough wouldn’t put us away from delivering our best.
In a rare emergency, we’ll find a top-tier replacement even if it means covering costs ourselves.
Trust me, that would be a big headache… for us, not for you. Your celebration is our priority.
Why is your pricing way more affordable than other bands we've looked at?
We keep costs lower by focusing on organic advertising, avoiding high expenses on platforms like Google and Instagram. This lets us offer competitive rates.
Ok, we want you, what should I do next?
That’s fantastic!
Connect with us through any of these channels (the Form below, Instagram, Whatsapp or e-mail), and we’ll promptly respond you.
After that, you’ll have a chat with Rodrigo Vicaria and we go from there.
Are you Starlight or VIC Wedding Band?
We used to be VIC Wedding Band from November 2022 until June 2024. We did a Branding research and changed our visual identity (Logo, Name, etc). However, nothing changes for the wedding and events already booked, and the ways to contact us are the same (Instagram and Whatsapp) to make sure it is a smooth and transparent change. If you have any doubt, please, do not hesitate to contact us 🙂
Set List
Rock (Pop, alternative)
- 1) Zombie
- 2) Yellow
- 3) Don`t look back in anger
- 4) I`m gonna be (500 Miles)
- 5) What a night
- 6) You`re such a good looking woman
- 7) You make my dreams
- 8) Footloose
- 9) Everywhere
- 10) Proud Mary
- 11) Don`t stop me now
- 12) Highway to hell
- 13) Don`t stop believing
- 14) I love rock`n roll
- 15) Simply the best
- 16) Sex on fire
- 17) Living on a prayer
Country/Irish/Folk
- 1) Country roads
- 2) The gambler
- 3) This is the life
- 4) Travelling soldier
- 5) Your man
- 6) Island in the stream
- 7) Ring of fire
- 8) Folsom prison blues
- 9) Jackson
- 10) Fields of Athenry
- 11) The wild rover
- 12) Hills of Donegal
- 13) This is the life
- 14) Whiskey in the jar
- 15) Joyce country Ceili Band
- 16) Walk of life
- 17) The Galway girl
Funk/Disco/Soul
- 1) Rolling in the deep
- 2) Baby give it up
- 3) I will survive
- 4) Uptown funk
- 5) Ain`t nobody
- 6) Play that funky music
- 7) Lady marmalade
- 8) Dancing queen
- 9) All night long
- 10) I feel good
- 11) Mustang Sally
- 12) Respect
- 13) Believe
- 14) What a feeling
- 15) Manic
- 16) Girls just wanna have fun
- 17) I wanna dance with somebody
50/60/70
- 1) I got a woman
- 2) Rock around the clock
- 3) Elvis Presley (Mega Mix)
- 4) Great balls of fire
- 5) La bamba
- 6) Hit the road Jack
- 7) Twisted and shout
- 8) I`m a believer
- 9) Brown eyed girl
- 10) Suspicious mind
- 11) Jolene
- 12) Mamma mia
- 13) You can go your own way
- 14) Crazy little thing called love
- 15) Bad moon rising
- 16) You can`t hurry love
- 17) Johnny B. Goode
80/90/2000`s
- 1) 9 to 5
- 2) Wake me up before you go-go
- 3) Dancing in the dark
- 4) Time of my life
- 5) Under the bridge
- 6) What`s up
- 7) Champagne supernova
- 8) Hit me baby
- 9) All the small things
- 10) Teenage dirtbag
- 11) Complicated
- 12) Mr Brigthside
- 13) Umbrella
- 14) Love Story
- 15) As we were
- 16) Blinding Lights
- 17) About damn time
First Dances (Ideas)
- 1) Perfect
- 2) La vie en rose
- 3) Stand by me
- 4) My girl
- 5) Your song
- 6) Lets stay together
- 7) You`re the sunshine of my life
- 8) Tennesse Whiskey
- 9) Just the two of us
- 10) When you say nothing at all
- 11) From this moment on
- 12) You`re still the one
- 13) Kiss me
- 14) Better together
- 15) A thousand years
- 16) All of me
- 17) I can`t take my eyes of you
Our unique gems (you won`t find them everywhere)
- 1) Volare
- 2) Despacito
- 3) Brazilian songs
- 4) Whenever, Wherever
- 5) Lady Marmalade
- 6) American Pie
- 7) Sir Duke
- 8) Sultans of Swing
- 9) Total eclipse from the heart
- 10) Man in the mirror
- 11) Listen to your heart
- 12) Bed of roses
- 13) Titanium
- 14) I don`t wanna miss a thing
- 15) My immortal
- 16) I will always love you
- 17) I dreamed the dream
Contact Us
Next Events
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| Every Sunday 11pm-1am | The Quays Bar Galway (Live in an acoustic 04 piece session) |
| 30th Nov: 9-11pm | Skeff Galway |