Upbeat Background Music Ideas
Hand-picked musicians to create a lively atmosphere at your event!
The Futuristic Gramophones
Delivering a stylish performance of timeless jazz classics plus modern pop hits rearranged in the same vintage fashion, The Futuristic Gramophones are the perfect mix of old meets new! Effortlessly cool, this fun yet classy trio give the music of Taylor Swift, The White Stripes, Van Morrison & more, a big vintage makeover!
From £1,058
“Absolutely perfect for the day”
London Bloco
Bringing the tradition of Carnaval to your special occasion, London Bloco honours the street bands tradition of celebrating music and life. Performing favourite Pop hits, as well as Brazilian classics, London Bloco will bring the party to any event!
From £1,365
“A great addition to our pre-dinner drinks reception”
Anna
Anna is a member of Jools Hollands' band & is an international touring and recording artist. Her versatility, experience & exceptional performances make her a firm favourite with clients. Anna can play with backing tracks or alongside a DJ!
From £604
“Anna was INCREDIBLE”
SaxoBeat
As seen on Made In Chelsea - SaxoBeat are a unique DJ live act whose interactive roaming musicians mingle with guests, performing live over DJ mashups of your favourite dance and chart hits. Sets can be tailored to suit your musical tastes, covering afternoon drinks to headline evening parties. A truly memorable act who add wow-factor to any event!
From £1,065
“They are such lovely caring people, very professional, totally great music and lights and speakers and drum and sax”
Bella And The Bourbon Boys
Inspired by the American band Postmodern Jukebox, Alive Network’s exclusive swing jazz quintet Bella and the Bourbon Boys give a retro spin to events with their vintage Jazz covers of pop songs, including hits from Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi and many more!
From £2,015 +VAT
“They were absolutely perfect , with their stylish image and faultless rendition of modern classics with a 20’s twist”
Mariachi King
An exciting & vibrant Mariachi band who will engage and appeal to everyone who can hear them! With authentic costumes and a repertoire spanning from popular Mexican melodies to Latin American rhythms; Mariachi King will entertain your guests from the very first moment!
From £719
“30th Birthday Party”
Swing Blue
Comprising of three of the top jazz musicians in the South of the UK, Swing Blue can provide the perfect sound to suit any event. Whether it’s a relaxing Jazz set to accompany wedding drinks or an all singing, all dancing show, Swing Blue really can cater for everyone.
From £666
“Great band for our wedding reception”
The Wanderful Four
The Wanderful Four are here to play all your favourite tunes in the original Mumford & Sons style West London sound! With their cool image, attention to the detail, the musician’s skills & their unforgettable live shows, this roaming band are perfect for vintage-themed weddings or parties! *Electric set also available*
From £1,438
“An amazing set at our wedding, we were so grateful you could play for us”
James Hunt
An in-demand singer-guitarist perfect for drinks receptions & dinner entertainment. James' tailored repertoire includes music for everyone spanning The Beatles, David Bowie, Ed Sheeran, Arctic Monkeys & more. Highly experienced, he has previously supported The Animals, Amelia Lily & more across tons of UK venues & festivals including London's The Garage, Glastonbury, Isle Of Wight & The 02 Academy!
From £358
“Fantastic! All compliments from the audience”
Burgundy Boater Band
Burgundy Boater Band are an experienced, professional, traditional jazz quartet providing music for any occasion. Their tunes, jazz, ballads and 1920’s pop songs have a beginning, middle and, end which most people like.
From £666
“They were brilliant!”
Big and Horny Brass
Big and Horny Brass are a friendly Northern seven-piece Funk Brass Band from Yorkshire. With a broad repertoire spanning brass classics and covers of contemporary pop hits, expect to hear the likes of diverse artists from Robbie Williams and Lady Gaga to Ed Sheeran, The Jackson 5 and Survivor recreated in a bold brass sound!
From £1,734
“PROFESSIONAL AND FUN”
The James Nicholas Trio
The James Nicholas Trio features smooth and sultry vocals, beautiful acoustic guitar & subtle drums. Delivering unique covers of the biggest & best hits from Modern & Classic Pop to Soul and Jazz, this sophisticated trio will create the perfect backdrop for your special occasion.
From £1,598
“All in our party loved the James Nicholas Trio”
Electric Strings That Rock
Firing up crowds all over the globe with an electric, high impact, choreographed show, Strings That Rock brings entertainment to a new level. Available with 3 to 8 virtuoso string players, all classically trained and with impeccable improvisation skills; Strings That Rock will surprise any audience beyond expectations.
From £2,676
“Amazing performance - would so highly recommend!”
Uke Complete Me
Uke Complete Me are a stylish, interactive, upbeat roaming band guaranteed to get your guests foot tapping, hand clapping and singing along! The band perform classic and modern sing-alongs whilst wandering amongst your guests - a unique experience and a great way to kick off your event!
From £732
“Fantastic - would highly recommend - they sounded and looked great!”
Gary Caribbean Steel Drums
Gary Caribbean is a five time award winning act who will enhance your special occasion! With an uplifting repertoire including Soca, Calypso, Motown, Pop & more, Gary’s steel drum performance will bring out the sun for any occasion! DJ Service also available!
From £342
“Gary created a laid-back atmosphere and brought a touch of the Caribbean to our wedding!”
Fuse
A cool acoustic duo whose crowd-pleasing repertoire delivers upbeat party sets or laid-back, chilled performances. Covering music's greats, expect to hear songs from Bill Withers, Rag n Bone Man, Aretha Franklin, Oasis, Craig David, Frank Sinatra, Amy Winehouse & tons more!
From £606
“Fuse were perfect!”
Smokeshow
Fun, contemporary and friendly, Smokeshow are a unique acoustic guitar and saxophone duo with a passion for performing great live music. Performing crowd-pleasing song choices from modern pop to party classics, Smokeshow are guaranteed to create the perfect atmosphere for your event.
From £963
“They were fab!”
Kelly Barnes
Kelly Barnes is a talented singer/guitarist bringing both relaxed & upbeat acoustic sounds to any event! With a strong, crowd-pleasing repertoire suitable for all occasions, Kelly performs music from Clean Bandit, Ed Sheeran, Amy Winehouse, Fleetwood Mac & many more!
From £547
“Just wonderful. .. no words. !!”
Over 60,000 Customer Reviews
“We had Alex and Jaques to play at our 40th Wedding Anniversary garden party on Saturday 10 th June 2023. They we a huge hit! They were perfectly on time.. so nice and friendly… set up and played some really good music… great musicians, very talented duo…. Loads of our guests.. we had 75.. said ho...”
Pepe M booked Alex and Jacques for their event in East Sussex
“Belatedly, but no less sincerely, we wanted to thank you for the wonderful music you provided for our garden party. We, and our guests, thoroughly appreciated your skill and talent and your presence was a major factor in the success of the day. We hope your onward journey to your next appointm...”
Angie H booked Anna for their event in Berkshire
“They really enchanted the guests and ours experience. Would highly recommend them!”
Libby S booked Burgundy Boater Band for their Wedding in Somerset
“I enjoyed a fantastic night on my birthday, The Jazztenders were brilliant, we all enjoyed the evening and the variety of songs they performed was outstanding. Definitely a must again.”
Steven booked The Jazztenders for their event
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