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Last update: May 2025

Thomas J Wilman - Indie Folk Wedding Singer is a solo singer and guitarist offering beautiful, laid-back acoustic music for your big day that’s a little different to your average wedding singer. He is based in Brighton, East Sussex, but available to hire for events across the South East, the rest of the UK and beyond. Thomas performs a unique selection of indie, alternative rock and folk covers, but with more than enough pop and golden oldies to keep friends and relatives of all ages happy, all played in his own stripped-back indie folk style.

If you love Joni Mitchell, Nick Drake, Sufjan Stevens and Bon Iver, and are also partial to a bit of indie, rock and alternative music, then Thomas's musical style is the perfect match for your big day. He plays soulful folk music at Ceremonies, Drinks Receptions and Wedding Breakfasts. His emotive voice and professional musicianship will no doubt elevate the atmosphere of your special day.

Services Offered

Whether you are planning an intimate micro wedding or a relaxed rustic affair outdoors, Thomas J Wilman can provide a stunning soundtrack to your milestone celebration. He blends a range of genres from indie and alternative rock tunes to pop and golden oldies for a rich and varied sound.

Thomas offers a number of music packages for your Ceremony, Drinks Reception and/or Wedding Breakfast that are all flexible to fit all your needs and wishes.

He also provides a highly bespoke service – as tailored to your tastes as you want it to be – and he will work with you to create the perfect soundtrack to your special day.


Website: thomasjwilmanacoustic.com

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Cocktail/banquet music

What is included in the wedding package?

I have live music packages to cover all of your daytime wedding needs – usually Ceremony, Drinks Reception and/or Wedding Breakfast but I'm open to anything else you might have in mind

How far in advance should I contact you?

Ideally I need at least a month or two to be able to prepare a fully personalised playlist including some of your special requests, but can easily pull something special together in a couple of days

What style of music do you offer?

Rock
Pop
Folk

Type of musical group:

Solo

Size of group:

Soloist

Repertoire:

I have an extensive repertoire of songs spanning seven decades with a particular leaning towards indie, alternative rock and folk but with more than enough pop and golden oldies to keep everyone happy

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Of course! Each service I offer has at least one free song request and I’ll do my best to interpret and learn as many off-repertoire requests as I possibly can to give you a very personalised setlist

What's your experience?

I have decades of experience playing to audiences of all sizes and ages, with a large number of wedding and civil partnership gigs under my belt

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, based in Brighton, East Sussex, but available to play at events across the South-East - Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, London, Kent, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire - and indeed throughout the UK (& beyond)

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, travel to venues within a 30 mile radius of my home in Brighton are free, then I charge 45p per mile thereafter. Depending on the timing of the wedding and location of your venue, I may need to stay over nearby the night before

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

What is the length of time of the act?

I am rarely asked to play for longer than 2 hours in any one session (ceremony, drinks reception, etc) but I am happy to be flexible and open to work with whatever you have planned

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

Around 45-60 minutes. I’ll arrive in plenty of time and everything will be set up and ready to go in advance of guests arriving

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

I know that weddings rarely run perfectly on time, so am always happy to be flexible with my timings to fulfil my duties

What are the forms of payment?

After the contract has been signed, I ask for a 20% deposit to secure my services, usually paid by bank transfer, then the remainder should be paid within 7 days of the event

Served in

East Sussex, Kent, Surrey and West Sussex

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Reviews for Thomas J Wilman - Indie Folk Wedding Singer

Lana
Lana Sent on 21/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Just book him!

We absolutely adored having Tom at our wedding back in June - a wonderful musician and a top guy! I can say hand on heart that our ceremony and drinks reception would not have been the same without him.

We looked at a lot of wedding artists online before finding Tom. None of them really seemed to have a repertoire that matched our style, or they felt like they were lacking heart. When we found Tom we knew he was perfect for our day. His music is full of so much emotion, and what a repertoire! It felt like we had hit the jackpot. The fact that he just happened to be such a lovely person was just the cherry on the top.

Tom went above and beyond in the lead up to the wedding, answering all our silly questions and making helpful recommendations. We were so grateful that he was able to learn one of our favourite songs, even without sheet music.

As the bride I was lucky enough to be getting ready in a room that overlooked the outdoor ceremony space, which meant I could hear Tom playing as I waited to walk down the aisle. That really made me feel at ease and was a perfect way to relax and start the day. It’s a very special memory of the day.

We just feel so lucky to have had Tom as part of our day. I wish we could hear him play his songs over and over again. He was definitely one of my favourite parts of our day and if you’re thinking about booking him - just do it!
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 21/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Tom made our special day even more special!

We truly could not recommend Tom enough, we had such a positive experience with him from beginning to end. He has an extensive repertoire and is an amazingly talented guy and his indie, laid-back style was everything we could have dreamed of and more for our wedding day.

We booked the 'Just Like Heaven' package and he gladly took on all of our requests, giving us beautiful renditions of each of these - even our wildcard hip-hop request! All our guests loved the music by Tom, his presence just made the day that much more special and memorable for us.

He's incredibly organized, responsive and guided us through the entire process. He worked amazingly with the venue and other suppliers at our wedding enabling us to have a blissful stress-free wedding day.

We absolutely recommend Tom to anyone and everyone looking to have a live performer at their wedding. Thank you, Tom!
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Luke Sent on 14/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Would highly recomend

Tom was responsive and professional throughout. His process of getting us to choose the song list made his set very personal. His communication was quick and he was friendly both in person and via email/video call. We would highly recommend Tom and were glad we found him.
SunnyYellowCakes82952
Sunnyyellowcakes82952 Sent on 29/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

He made my wedding perfect!

You’d be crazy to NOT hire him. From booking him, to planning, to meeting him and then hearing his talent in person… so professional and kind. Everybody loved him and we got so many compliments. He brought multiple guitars and his trusty harmonica. He wasn’t scared to learn a new song either. I’m going to book him again for a family dinner. He’s utter perfection. Trust me! Book him. * I wish I had a better photo to share that showcased him.
Jessica
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Jessica Sent on 15/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Soundtrack to Our Wedding Day

Tom was honestly one of the highlights of our wedding day. From the very beginning he was so professional, responsive and easy to work with, which made the whole lead up not just stress-free, but actually fun. He was so eager to learn our requested songs, and the way he performed them was incredible—his voice and guitar playing were beautiful, and he has such a special talent for making each song his own.

On the day, he created the perfect atmosphere and so many of our guests commented on how amazing he was. Quite a few even asked for his details so they could book him for their own weddings, which really says it all!
We’ve already decided we’ll be asking Tom back to play at our one-year anniversary party, and we honestly can’t wait to hear him again.

Thank you so much, Tom, for helping to make our day so unforgettable—you truly gave us memories we’ll treasure forever.
Yvette
Yvette Sent on 03/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Performance

Tom was fantastic throughout. He accepted some left field song requests from us to add to his already great playlist. We've had so many of our guests say that he was one of the best parts of the day. A brilliant voice and he created an amazing vibe before the ceremony and during the whole drinks reception. He was also a lovely guy in person to top it all off.

We couldn't recommend him enough
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Emily Sent on 01/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A folk/alternative/indie dream!

All our guests (and other vendors!) can't stop going on about how great Tom was. I knew he’d be brilliant, but he was even better than I could have imagined. His repertoire is just phenomenal and so extensive. As soon as I saw the songs on his list, I knew that I wanted him to play for our ceremony and our drinks reception as it was exactly my music taste.

Every email or conversation was full of joy and warmth – it was a total pleasure. I feel so lucky to have had him at our wedding. He really truly made our ceremony (and our day) so so so special. The cherry on the cake was him singing a duet with my sister during the ceremony (followed by a surprise extra song!).

The amount of effort and care Tom put in for us was unmatched, and I will always be eternally grateful.
Izzy
Izzy Sent on 28/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best decision we made!

We can't recommend Tom enough. We were so pleased to find him back in December, realising that his extensive repertoire has so many songs we love on it. From the very first email, Tom was so friendly, kind and accommodating. He learnt two (especially tricky!) songs for us for our wedding ceremony and did an absolutely beautiful job playing them. He was so helpful and communicative through the planning process, and by the time we met on the wedding day we felt like we were catching up with a friend. He made us and the whole day feel so special and it really was the best decision we made. He plays and sings so incredibly, and so many guests commented on how brilliant he was. Thank you for everything Tom, you're the best!
Siobhan
Siobhan Sent on 04/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Hiring Tom was one of the best decisions of our wedding - he is a truly outstanding musician.

Hiring Tom to play at our wedding was without a doubt one of the best decisions we made about our day. He is an absolute legend and was a highlight during our wedding. He is genuinely such a lovely person and was a real pleasure to get to know. He has a brilliant taste in music, with a huge range on his repertoire and having him is so much more special than your usual wedding musician and typical wedding playlist. He will personalise the songs and setup according to you.

Tom was amazing from start to finish. We enjoyed his tracks online, then when we enquired we were instantly put at ease by his warmth and genuine interest. He showed a lot of thoroughness in thinking about the music for our wedding and was passionate about getting it right for us. He helped us with our song choices and aced learning to play songs that we specifically requested for our day.

We thought he would be special, yet we were blown away by him being absolutely phenomenal on the actual day. He has the most incredible voice, with unforgettable guitar and harmonica skills! He played songs during our wedding ceremony and the wedding reception. During our ceremony his rendition of Xavier Rudd’s follow the sun was one of the most beautiful pieces of music I have ever heard, me and my husband will never forget listening to him play and it was a magical moment for us that we will treasure for the rest of our lives.

We had so many compliments from everyone who attended asking “where did you find him?!”. On the day his relaxed, joyful and chilled vibes were perfect. Alongside all the great vibes, he was professional, communicative and reliable throughout. He really went above and beyond. He even took some stunning photos and a video for us, which we really appreciated.

I cannot recommend Tom highly enough to anyone who is looking for a truly outstanding musician.
Sara
Sara Sent on 14/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

One of the best decisions we made!

We cannot recommend Tom enough! From the moment we got in touch, he was so professional, kind, and genuinely cared about making the music for our wedding so unique and personal. Tom played acoustic guitar and sang beautifully during our ceremony and drinks reception, and his amazing voice added such a magical touch to our day.

He went above and beyond, learning so many songs for us and allowing us to choose from his pretty massive repertoire full of songs we love.

On top of all that, Tom is such a lovely guy with a calming presence. By the time our wedding day arrived, it felt like having a friend there to celebrate with us. He truly made our day so special, and we can’t thank him enough. If you’re looking for someone to make your wedding unforgettable, book Tom now!
Sayuri
Sayuri Sent on 28/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing musician!

Couldn't fault a thing with Tom. From start to finish he has been amazing at communication and was so warm and easy to talk with. By the time I met him on the wedding day I felt like we were friends! His performance were just perfect and made the ceremony nothing short of magical. Highly recommend to any couple wishing for a musician who will deliver impeccable service!
Kirsty
Kirsty Sent on 17/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Just Exceptional

Tom is professional, friendly and talented. He was so accommodating of any changes and delays that happened (both on the lead up to the wedding and on the day).
We lost count of the number of times we were asked "Where did you find that musician?!" The music was perfect for our day, and we especially loved the use of the harmonica in some of the songs.

We won't miss a beat in recommending Tom as a wedding musician.
It was an absolute pleasure to have him involved in our special day.
Ellen
Ellen Sent on 11/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect addition to our wedding day.

Tom was the absolute perfect addition to our laid back, garden wedding and we can't thank him enough for the perfect vibe and beautiful sounds that he added to our day. His repertoire of songs is so extensive and there is plenty of choice for your perfect playlist - too much choice if anything (a good problem to have!). Tom learnt a special song for us and played it so beautifully.
We will always look back on our day so fondly and Tom's music was a big factor in making our day all that we could have hoped for. All communication with Tom before the wedding, during and after the wedding has been lovely, very quick to respond to any queries and just an overall pleasure to deal with. We hope to see you again in the future :)
Best wishes,
Ellen & Oli x
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Belle Sent on 15/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The cherry on top of our day!

Tom was the musician for our ceremony & reception, and we couldn't have been more lucky to have him.
In the build up to the wedding he was in touch regularly to let us know if he had updated his repertoire with anything we might like, as well as checking in on anything we might need. We loved having his Spotify Playlist and played non-stop to help us choose our favourite songs for the day, we also played it at our Day 2!
Tom's flexibility & willingness to try any song led to some absolutely perfect moments on the day. His rendition of 'I Will' by The Beatles, which I walked down the aisle to, is now my favourite version and I'll never forget it.
His closing song was 'Say A Little Prayer' which my husband & I got a private moment to dance to in the sunshine, it was unforgettable!
Every one of our guests commented on Tom and how brilliant he was, I couldn't recommend him enough for any wedding - he has something for everyone!!!
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Sophie Sent on 06/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent musician, lovely guy :)

Tom was an absolute delight to have a part of our wedding experience from start to finish. From the moment of booking Tom sent us a list of his extensive repertoire for us to select which songs we would like to feature in our wedding day. We thoroughly enjoyed working through these and found it very difficult to whittle our choices down, everything we could have wanted was there! Added to that Tom took the effort to learn and beautifully perform three extra song choices for us.

Tom's communication has been brilliant and thorough throughout, making the effort to have a zoom catch up prior and being just a generally really cool and lovely guy!

All our guests commented on how excellent Toms music was and for us it certainly helped create the relaxed, happy, outdoorsy vibe we wanted for our day.

We highly recommend Tom for your wedding day! :-)

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