Pick and The Pockets

Pick and The Pockets quartet smiling with saxophone, acoustic guitar and double bass beside a bar.

Pick and The Pockets

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Sydney Rock ’n’ Roll and Funk Band for Weddings & Events

Vintage rock ’n’ roll, rockabilly bounce and laid-back funk: Pick and The Pockets bring a distinctive, lively sound to weddings, corporate functions and private events. Based in Sydney and happy to travel, this quartet pairs guitar and vocals with double bass, drums and saxophone.

Vintage Sound, Lively Spirit

Pick and The Pockets bring vintage rock ’n’ roll, rockabilly rhythm and a generous dose of funk to events with personality. This Sydney quartet has a sound built for movement: the pulse of double bass, the snap of drums, guitar and vocals at the centre, and saxophone adding colour and bite.

Led by Reuben Ryan on guitar and vocals, the band brings four distinct musical voices together in a lively, rhythmic conversation. Double bass gives the music its warmth and bounce. Drums drive it forward. Saxophone cuts through with melodic hooks, while Reuben’s guitar and vocals tie the sound together. It’s a combination with plenty of character, made for guests who appreciate the musicianship as much as the chance to dance.

Their musical world takes in the rockabilly spirit of Elvis, the driving rock ’n’ roll of The Beatles and the laid-back funk groove of War’s ‘Low Rider’. Familiar songs give guests something to connect with, while the quartet’s instrumentation brings texture and a distinctive flavour to the occasion. There’s nostalgia in the repertoire and a playful energy in the sound.

Here at EE, we’re excited to be working with Pick and The Pockets and introducing them to clients who care about the character of their event. We recommend them for discerning hosts looking for a distinctive, lively musical addition: a band whose sound feels deliberately chosen and gives the celebration its own personality.

For a corporate function, a wedding reception or a private party with a love of good music, their mix of vintage charm and rhythmic drive offers plenty to build a night around. Based in Sydney and happy to travel, Pick and The Pockets bring guitar, saxophone, double bass and drums together with one clear invitation: come a little closer and get into the groove.

Tell us about your event, your guests and the atmosphere you want to create. We’ll help you place Pick and The Pockets at the right moment in the night.

The Quartet & Booking Details

  • Line-up: Reuben Ryan on guitar and vocals, with drums, double bass and saxophone.
  • Location: Based in Sydney and happy to travel.
  • Events: Weddings, corporate functions and private celebrations.
  • Performance: 45-minute sets, with the schedule planned around your event.
  • Production: PA and basic lighting can be supplied. We’ll confirm the requirements for your venue when planning your booking.

Book Pick and The Pockets

Looking for live music with vintage charm, rhythmic drive and plenty of personality? Tell us your date, venue and plans for your wedding, corporate function or private celebration. We’ll check Pick and The Pockets’ availability and help shape the performance around your occasion.

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Testimonials

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Live performance gallery

Reuben Ryan of Pick and The Pockets smiling with an acoustic guitar behind a drum kit.
Pick and The Pockets saxophonist playing a tenor saxophone in a black suit.
Pick and The Pockets quartet performing with saxophone, acoustic guitar, drums and double bass in dark suits.
Pick and The Pockets double bassist playing upright bass in a cream shirt and brown tie.
Reuben Ryan singing and playing guitar with Pick and The Pockets on saxophone, drums and double bass.
Pick and The Pockets quartet posing beside a bar with saxophone, acoustic guitar, drumsticks and double bass.

FAQ

Pick and The Pockets blend vintage rock ’n’ roll, rockabilly and laid-back funk. Guitar and vocals sit at the centre of their sound, with the warmth and bounce of double bass, the drive of drums and the colour of saxophone.

Pick and The Pockets are based in Sydney and are happy to travel. Send us your venue and event date, and we’ll confirm availability and any travel arrangements in your quote.

Their usual line-up is a quartet: Reuben Ryan on guitar and vocals, with drums, double bass and saxophone. This combination gives the band its distinctive vintage character and lively rhythmic feel.

Yes. Pick and The Pockets are available for weddings, corporate functions and private celebrations. Their rock ’n’ roll, rockabilly and funk sound suits hosts looking for a distinctive, lively musical addition to their event.

The band typically performs in 45-minute sets. We’ll plan the number of sets, breaks and performance times around your event schedule and confirm these details in your booking.

Yes. Pick and The Pockets can supply PA and basic lighting. Let us know your venue and plans so we can confirm the setup and production requirements for your event.