Description | Price |
Solo Acoustic Music 1 hour / 2 x 30 mins | £200 |
Solo Acoustic Music 2 x 1 hour | £300 |
Solo Acoustic Music 3 x 45mins | £350 |
Authentic, Upbeat, Earnest, Thoughtful, Caring.
These are all things Sophie Holliday is known for, and this comes across in everything she does.
A rising star in the music scene - Sophie is a fresh face from Rural Wales with resolve to succeed. Combining her Folk routes with hits from the 60s right up to 2025, Sophie's 15 years of guitar playing experience shine throughout her set. This is combined with her amazing voice, which has been compared to Joni Mitchell, Amy MacDonald & Phoebe Bridgers - her unique performance is not one to miss!
Sophie play guitar, sings and plays a kick drum to make her acoustic set more upbeat and fun than your average acoustic musician, she never fails get your guests singing and dancing!
Sophie uses her musical talent and experience to cater her performances to each individual event - decades, genres, moods, style & more are all at your discretion. She takes every event to the next level by combining her amazing energy and atmosphere with personalised elements for your perfect night - hear all your favourite songs in her signature style and watch the room light up!
In 2024 Sophie became a full-time musician, having an incredibly successful year as a live performer. In just the first 6 months, Sophie performed at venues all around Wales, Bristol, Essex, Birmingham, Sheffield and many in between. In that time, she played over 70 live performances and created a vast network of amazing people. Sophie continues to form fantastic relationships with local and national venues and build an authentic community with fans in-person and online. Sophie is also incredibly passionate about inclusivity in music and actively seeks out LGBTQIA+ events as a member of the community - for example she runs an inclusive Open Mic in Hereford and performs at Pride events. Sophie is a fantastic option for an inclusive wedding!
Overall, a reliable service and a friendly face - you're in safe hands with Sophie Holliday.
Sophie has been involved in live music since the age of 12 (now 26), both as a performer and technician. With previous experience as a live theatre lighting assistant, audio engineer, stagehand and drum tech, Sophie has a great understanding of many of the moving parts it takes to put an event together. Now focused on performing, she uses that knowledge to be an easy and enjoyable person to work with, fitting into your event plans with simplicity and efficiency. PLI insured and all the paperwork in order, rest easy that all the logistics are competently taken care of for you.
A highly professional and reliable musician, as well as a hardworking and emerging businesswoman - why wouldn't you want to book Sophie Holliday?
Based in Builth Wells, Powys
Jolene - Dolly Parton
Warwick Avenue - Duffy
Fast Car - Tracy Chapman
Foundations - Kate Nash
Ho Hey - The Lumineers
Candy - Paolo Nutini
Strong - London Grammar
Maybe Tomorrow - Stereophonics
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac
Riptide - Vance Joy
Stick Season - Noah Cahan
Hotel California - Eagles
Champagne Supernova - Oasis
Eye Of The Tiger - Survivor
Wagon Wheel - Darius Rucker
Midday Mass - Blair Dunlop
Old Friends - Pinegrove
Dancing In The Dark - Bruce Springsteen
Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol
Pompeii - Bastille
Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd
Proud Mary - Creedence Clearwater Revival
Summer Of 69 - Bryan Adams
Tennessee Whiskey - Chris Stapleton
Texas Hold em - Beyonce
The Middle - Jimmy Eat World
American Pie - Don Mclean
Hotel California - Eagles
More Than A Woman - The Beegees
The Gambler - Kenny Rodgers
Take Me Home, Country Roads - John Denver
Viva La Vida - Coldplay
Lightning Bolt - Jake Bugg
Valerie, or Back To Black - Amy Winehouse
All The Small Things - Blink-182
Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus
A Little Respect - Erasure
This Is The Life - Amy MacDonald
Little Lion Man - Mumford & Sons.
Motion Sickness - Phoebe Bridgers
Dancing Queen - ABBA
Pink Pony Club - Chapelle Roan
Zombie - The Cranberries
Mr Brightside - Killers
Rockstar - Nickelback
Dakota - Stereophonics
Don’t Look Back In Anger - Oasis
Sophie usually needs a small space for herself, the PA and her kick drum - this is about 4m x 6m total, and least one plug for her extension cord (ideally 2). Sophie is also happy to use venue equipment and has a combination of audio mixers and cables that may work, if you can share the details of the sound system.
Yes, Sophie is self-contained with a PA, musical equipment and a small lighting setup.
Venue location, parking, load-in location and times, access to the performance area and setup time/instructions.
Yes I can provide Spotify before, during breaks and after. I do also work with a DJ so please enquire about this as an Add-On service.
The Louisiana in Bristol - my favourite show to date, I played a solo acoustic set of original music to a fantastic crowd and had the most amazing night!
Other notable gigs include Llangoed Hall (great wedding), O2 Institute Birmingham, The Fleece Bristol, Mr. Wolfs Bristol, Owain Glyndwr Cardiff, Sunflower Lounge Birmingham, The Moon Club Cardiff, Welsh Kennel Club Annual, Land Rover Monthly Festival, How The Light Gets In Festival, Something In The Woods Festival, Mitchells & Butler NYE event, Peaky Blinders themed party in Birmingham (I love a dress-up!).
Difficult question! I have an eclectic music taste but I definitely have favourites in each genre! Currently in a big MUNA phase, The Japanese House, Boygenius. However all-time favourites include Jungle, Twenty One Pilots, John Mayer, Fleetwood Mac.
GOAT for a song... I'm really into live music so Vulfpeck Live at Madison Square Garden - Back Pocket. Incredible performance all round!
In my performing and writing, I'm really influenced by 70s music and 70s-inspired music. Telecaster guitars, layered vocals, synths, dreamy fun pop. That's my jam! I love Joni Mitchell, Tracy Chapman, Dolly Parton, Eagles, The Waterboys, Crowded House, Hall & Oates. But more modern I'm also really into Jungle (as I said), Phoebe Bridgers, Pinegrove, Mac DeMarco, Remi Wolf, Iron & Wine, Chappell Roan, Slaughter Beach Dog.
My Spotify banks an unholy amount of hours listening to music so I'm afraid I really can't choose one, however I can assure you I adore music and if eclectic is your vibe, I can do that!
I started gigging at school when I was about 13 and always did it as a hobby right through to adulthood. I'm also a drummer and producer, so have always been involved in multiple bands and projects. I grew up near London, moved to the Midlands for several years and then ended up in Wales, so I have a real breadth of experience in different music scenes and meeting lots of people. I think anyone can learn to be a musician, but the real skill is in interacting with people. A gig is only as good as how much people enjoy it!
I've been performing full-time for almost a year now and this has been my silver bullet - I'm an incredibly earnest and authentic person and I love to bring everyone in to the gig. Hundreds of gigs, pubs, weddings, parties, corporate events and conversations later, I can confidently say I bring something extra to every gig and create a fantastic atmosphere.
I love a venue or festival gig, but I think Birthdays and Weddings are where the most fun is!
Everyone is in a great mood because they're celebrating, up for a fab party and I get to play in a new place - what's not to love?
Arrival at least 1 hour before, takes 30 mins to setup.
Performance times listed with pricing but happy with
1 hour / 2 x 30
3 x 30 mins
2 x 45 mins or 2 x 1 hours
3 x 45 mins
Yes, as long as there is protection from the weather (e.g. rain cover or shade), or if there is a back-up indoor space in the event of bad weather.
Yes I am happy to tailor my set by Genre (e.g. indie, country, pop) or Decades, and also take some requests or learn a few specific songs.
"A true treat for music lovers, offering a cosy, personal atmosphere where the audience feels connected not just to the music but also Sophie herself. Whether she's performing melodic music or a lively tune, Sophie's ability to engage with the crowd insures an all round good time. Her talent shines through her powerful vocals and the genuine passion she pours into every show."
"If you're looking for a night of great music and a vibe that feels like a private concert among friends, Sophie is an artist you don't want to miss. Her song selection is excellent and her performances are top quality"
Yes! If you specify you would like this before hand, if people request a song I know at the gig then I am happy to play it! However, I can't guarantee being able to play every request - I might not have heard the song before, and some songs just don't work acoustically.
You can use my PA for things like speeches or announcements from the performance area.
Karaoke or others playing my guitar or performing is not permitted, as it isn't covered by my equipment insurance.
Yes! I am happy to work with you to build the live setlist and/or have a playlist to play over the speakers in my breaks. However, just like requests I do have to take practicality into account so won't be able to learn/play a whole set of new songs.
Five Valleys Shopping Centre
Warner Publications Plc
Welsh Kennel Club
Mitchells & Butlers
Hungry Horse
Sizzling Pubs
Llangoed Hall
Events UK
AR Music Agency
Anfield Agency
Dynamic Bookings
The Globe at Hay-On-Wye,
The Wyeside Arts Centre,
Llangoed Hall, Llyswen,
The River Wye Activity Centre,
King Edward VII, Gloucester
Janz' Bar, Saundersfoot,
The Strand Hall, Builth
The Lost Arc, Rhayader,
The Foundry, Brecon,
The Fountain Inn, Builth Wells,
Builth Wells Golf Club,
The New Harp Inn, Hoarwithy,
The Castle, Rhayader,
Hay Festival,
Mecca Bingo, Swansea
The Seven Stars, Aberedw,
The Lamb, Builth Wells,
The Lamb & Flag, Rhayader,
The Barley Mow, Builth Wells,
The Bridge Inn, Bridgend
The Whistling Badger, Llanidloes,
The Elephant & Castel Hotel, Newtown,
The Compasses, Ludlow,
The White Horse, Clun,
The Old Crown, Birmingham,
Portbury Social, Portishead,
Brecon Tap, Brecon,
The Plough Inn, Hereford,
Venue 42, The Mumbles,
The King's Head Hotel, Epping,
The Priory Hotel, Portbury,
CWRW Camarthen,
Mid Border Arts, Presteigne,
The Bridge Inn, Abergavenney,
The Metropole Hotel, Llandrindod Wells,
Bryncoch Inn, Neath,
The Griffin Inn, Merthyr Tydfil,
Temple Bar, Llandrindod Wells
CFC Sports Bar, Crickhowell,
Left Bank, Hereford,
Seven Stars Inn, Sedgley,
The Plough & Harrow, Monknash
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Wedding Proposal
Concert
Recording Session
Charity Event
Theatre Show
Christmas Party
New Year's Eve
1960s Music
1970s Music
1980s Music
1990s Music
2000s+ Music
Folk
Folk Rock
Christmas
Easy Listening
Originals
Country
Pop
Acoustic
Covers
Hip Hop
Motown
Rock
Britpop
Indie
Alternative Rock
PAT tested
Lighting system included
Instrumental
Female vocalist
Public liability insurance
DJ / background music options
PA / sound system included