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Rock and pop party band Hipster make couple's wedding reception extra special!

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Earlier this year, popular rock and pop 4-piece Hipster were booked to perform at a wedding reception which took place at the beautiful Cinnamon Club in Altringham, Cheshire. Our event reporter Kyle Keegan went along to see the band in action.

Hipster perform at Ideal Standard's party in Staffordshire

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Staffordshire based function band Hipster were booked to perform at Ideal Standard's party at Alton Towers on 14th October 2011.

The Dollars perform at the Young Engineers Network Autumn Ball 2011

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Nottinghamshire based party band The Dollars perform at the Young Engineers Network Autumn Ball on 15th October 2011.

The Northern Monkeys perform at Pete and Liz Humphreys wedding

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Young and vibrant all-male 4 piece rock and pop band The Northern Monkeys were booked to perform at Pete and Liz Humphreys wedding at the magnificent Elsham Hall in Lincolnshire.

Flux party with Derek and Helen's wedding

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Super-cool party band Flux perform their hugely varied repertoire at Derek and Helen's wedding on 9th September at the magnificent Samlesbury Hall in Preston. Read all about it in the 'Perfect Parties' blog.

The Supertones perform at Nicola and Neil Sills wedding

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Four piece rock and pop covers band, The Supertones, perform their stunning live show at Nicola and Neil's wedding at the immaculate and historic Great Fosters in Egham, Surrey.

Cartoon Kings perform at Adam and Sarah Revill's Wedding

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Staffordshire party band Cartoon Kings were recently hired by Adam and Sarah Revill to perform at their wedding on 3rd Setpember 2011 at the beautiful Weston Park, Shifnal, Shropshire. We get an insight into the band's account of the night in our latest blog.

Munch perform at Anna and Francesco Capotoro's Wedding

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Merseyside based rock and pop function band Munch were booked to perform at Anna & Francesco Capotoro's wedding on 4th August at one of Cheshire's most stunning event venues, Thornton Manor. Here is the band's account of the night.

The Kicks perform at Lyndsey and Carl Winwood's wedding at Aston Villa Football Club

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Hampshire based rock and pop function band The Kicks were booked to perform at Lyndsey and Carl Winwood's wedding at Aston Villa Football Club on the 23rd September. Find out more in the bands latest blog.

Live Wires rock the Ocado summer family bbq party (Part 1)

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Cheshire based rock and pop party band Live Wires were recently booked to play at the annual Ocado summer staff party. Find out more about the day in our exclusive blog.

Live Wires rock the Ocado Summer Ball (part 2)

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Cheshire based rock and pop party band Live Wires were recently booked by Ocado to continue their summer party at Sopwell House in Hertforshire. Find out more about the evening in our exclusive blog.

3 Mile Smile perform at James and Kerry Norris' Wedding

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3 Mile Smile were hired by James and Kerry Norris, to perform at their wedding on 24th September 2011 at Swinfen Hotel, Lichfield, Staffordshire. The band had a brilliant time and offer you an insight into their experience of the night, in our latest blog.

Dean's 40th Birthday Beer And Barbecue Garden Party

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Chrissy Nichols-Johnson organised a casual beer and barbecue garden party to celebrate her husband Dean's 40th birthday on Sunday 1st May 2011. Talented Rat Pack singer William May entertained friends, family and work colleagues with a broad mix of genre, proving to be a great addition to the party and one of the stand out moments.

James Cracknell's 50th Birthday Party

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James and Laina Cracknell threw a vintage themed party to celebrate James 50th birthday on Saturday 25th June 2011 within the grounds of their home in the Colne Valley, Essex. They booked highly recommended Latin and Jazz duo, Mambo Jambo, to provide the perfect ambiance and musical backdrop to their chilled out party.

Top Five Entertainment Ideas For A Summer Garden Party

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If the weather holds out this summer, you might be considering a traditional garden party. Alive Network has put together its top 5 list of summer garden party entertainment ideas.

Jeanet Ostergaard's parents Surprise Golden Wedding Anniversary party

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Jeanet Ostergaard threw a surprise party for her parents to celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary on Friday 27th May 2011 at the Holiday Inn in Kingston-Upon-Thames, Surrey. She booked gold award Tom Jones tribute act, The Voice Of Tom Jones, to provide the evening's entertainment.

Sarah and Nick Barlow's 1940s themed party

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Sarah and Nick Barlow held a 1940s themed party at Lansil Sports and Social Club in Lancaster on Saturday 25th June 2011 to celebrate their marriage and Armed Forces Day. They booked wedding DJ, Aron Lee Disco, who played a broad selection of music to suit all age groups, adding the perfect balance to their party.

Pauline (Poppy) Brown's Surprise 80th Birthday Party

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Poppy Brown celebrated her 80th birthday on Saturday 20th November 2010 by having a surprise party organised by son Andy. Poppy said that when she died she wanted a jazz band to play at her funeral, so Andy thought it might be more fun (for her) to organise something a little earler. He hired jazz and blues saxophonist Mike Smith to create the perfect ambience to the party.

Clare Kimble's 30th birthday party

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Alive Network's agent, Clare Kimble, celebrated her 30th birthday on Saturday 12th March 2011 at The New Sun Inn in Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire. She booked young, fun and highly energetic party band Happy Hour to set the required tone for the evening, and get adrenaline racing.

Five Tips For Planning The Perfect Party

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Based on feedback from more than 40,000 customers over the last 10 years, Alive Network has compiled a list of the top five tips for planning the perfect party. Interestingly enough, each tip is affordable and easy to achieve, so there's no excuse for putting off that next big celebration.

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Hipster

Style: Rock and Pop

Highly Recommended

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Young, energetic, super-professional and one of the most exciting and experienced party bands to work exclusively with Alive Network! Hipster are an all male 4-piece band, and cover a huge range of music from The Beatles to The Kings of Leon!

The Northern Monkeys

Style: Rock and Pop

Recommended

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The Northern Monkeys are a young and vibrant all-male 4 piece band with a great setlist to cover the tastes of many generations. Performing classics from The Beatles to Modern legends The Arctic Monkeys, they can entertain the crowds anywhere they go!

The Dollars

Style: Rock and Pop

Highly Recommended

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The Dollars are by far one of the most exciting party bands currently performing at events all over the UK… Young, talented and unique in every way, they are everything you need to make your night! Promotional Offers Available!

The Supertones

Style: Rock and Pop

Highly Recommended

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The Supertones are a fantastic four piece rock and pop covers band, specialising in contemporary classics. With a stunning live show, performing everything from The Kinks to The Killers, The Supertones are sure to rock your function!