You will notice Mark Hughes layering rhythm and lead guitar parts with a loop pedal, giving one acoustic performer a deeper live sound. The Melbourne singer and guitarist has more than two decades of experience at weddings, private functions and established live music venues. His repertoire includes classics and crowd favourites associated with Bill Withers, The Angels, Crowded House, The Beatles, Cold Chisel and Van Morrison. Mark reads the room and can keep the atmosphere relaxed or lift the energy when guests are ready. This should suit a wedding that wants an experienced, friendly musician able to balance musical detail with the mood of the crowd.
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What it costs
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Songs Mark Hughes can play
Search their repertoire or browse the list below. Ask us about a first dance or another song that matters to you.
AFTER MIDNIGHT – JJ CaleAIN'T NO SUNSHINE - Bill WithersAM I EVER GONNA SEE YOUR FACE AGAIN – The AngelsAPRIL SUN IN CUBA – DragonBAD MOON RISING - Creedence Clearwater RevivalBEAST OF BURDEN - Rolling StonesBETTER BE HOME SOON – Crowded HouseBLISTER IN THE SUN – Violent FemmesBLUE SKIES - Irving BerlinBROWN-EYED GIRL – Van MorrisonCAN'T HELP FALLING IN LOVE - Elvis PresleyCHERRY BOMB – John MellencampCHITLINS CON CARNE - Kenny BurrellCOCAINE – JJ CaleCOUNTRY ROADS - John DenverCROSSROADS – Robert JohnsonDANCING IN THE DARK – Bruce SpringsteenDEAR PRUDENCE - The BeatlesDRIVE MY CAR – The BeatlesEASY – Faith No MoreEVERY BREATH YOU TAKE – The PoliceFLAME TREES - Cold ChiselFOUR SEASONS IN ONE DAY – Crowded houseFREE FALLIN’ – Tom PettyGOOD RIDDANCE (TIME OF YOUR LIFE) - Green DayGRAVITY - John MayerGREEN LIMOUSINE - The BadlovesHALLELUJAH - Leonard Cohen / Jeff BuckleyHARD TO HANDLE – Black CrowesHARVEST MOON – Neil YoungHAVE YOU EVER SEEN THE RAIN - Creedence Clearwater RevivalHEART OF GOLD - Neil YoungHIDE YOUR LOVE AWAY – The Beatles/Pearl JamHORSES - Daryl BraithwaiteHOUND DOG – Elvis PresleyHOW SWEET IT IS – James TaylorIF YOU LOVE SOMEBODY SET THEM FREE - StingIS SHE REALLY GOING OUT WITH HIM – Joe JacksonJACK AND DIANE – John MellencampJEALOUS GUY – John LennonJESSIE’S GIRL – Rick SpringfieldJOY TO THE WORLD - Three Dog NightKHE SANH – Cold ChiselLAYLA - Eric ClaptonLEARN TO FLY – Foo FightersLIGHT MY FIRE – The DoorsLIKE A ROLLING STONE – Bob DylanLITTLE WING - Jimi HendrixLONELY ‘OL NIGHT – John MellencampMAN ON THE MOON - REMMESSAGE TO MY GIRL - Split EnzMR BRIGHTSIDE - The KillersNEVER TEAR US APART - INXSOYE COMO VA - SantanaPROUD MARY - Creedence Clearwater RevivalRASPBERRY BERET - PrinceRED HOUSE – Jimi HendrixRING OF FIRE – Johnny CashRUN TO PARADISE - Choir BoysSIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED, I’M YOURS – Stevie WonderSITTING ON THE DOCK OF THE BAY – Otis ReddingSLOW DANCING IN A BURNING ROOM – John MayerSTAND BY ME – Ben E. King / John LennonSTEAL MY KISSES - Ben HarperSTUCK IN THE MIDDLE – Stealers WheelSUMMER OF '69 - Bryan AdamsSUZIE Q - Creedence Clearwater RevivalSWEET CAROLINE - Neil DiamondTAKE ME TO THE RIVER – Talking HeadsTHE GAMBLER – Kenny RogersTHE JOKER – Steve MillerTHROW YOUR ARMS AROUND ME – Hunters and CollectorsTIP OF MY TONGUE - DieselTO HER DOOR – Paul KellyTHE WAY YOU MAKE ME FEEL – Michael JacksonUNDER THE MILKY WAY - The ChurchVALERIE - Amy WinehouseWALK ON THE WILD SIDE - Lou ReedWEATHER WITH YOU - Crowded HouseWIND CRIES MARY – Jimi HendrixWISH YOU WERE HERE – Pink FloydWONDERWALL - Oasis
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What to expect
An afternoon or an evening of well played music from someone who has been doing it long enough to care whether your event goes well. Book him solo or as a duo, which is more fun again. One tip: have a look through the set list before you book, so you know his song choices suit your crowd. New songs can be learned on request for a bit extra.
On the day
Outdoors, he'll need cover over the playing area and power available. A drink or two through the gig is appreciated.
Set List
This is a classics list, heavy on songs people already have a feeling about. Australian material runs to Flame Trees and Khe Sanh, April Sun in Cuba, Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again, Better Be Home Soon, Four Seasons in One Day, The Horses and Green Limousine by The Badloves. There's a serious blues and roots thread as well: After Midnight and Cocaine by JJ Cale, Ain't No Sunshine, Chitlins Con Carne by Kenny Burrell, Crossroads and Layla. The Beatles get four, Neil Young two, and Creedence two. Then the crowd favourites, Brown Eyed Girl, Blister in the Sun, Free Fallin', Jack and Diane, Jessie's Girl, Hound Dog, Every Breath You Take, Hallelujah, Light My Fire, Dancing in the Dark and Good Riddance.
