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40 amazing local North East Showbands to hire for events.

These are the perfect Showbands for weddings, corporate events & parties in the North East area, locally sourced by our entertainment experts. Find the best North East Showbands only at Alive Network, the UK's biggest entertainment agency.

Extravagance

5 stars - Extravagance are Highly Recommended 58 Reviews
Number of members: 8 Vale of Glamorgan
Flamboyant Showband - EXTRAVAGANCE! Where cool meets quality, this unique, premier party band bring star quality & vibrant ENERGY! Vivacious male & female vocalists and world class musicians! Guaranteed to bring your event to life!...

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Euphoric

5 stars - Euphoric are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 6 London
Euphoric are one of London's top event bands, featuring elite session musicians with undeniable chemistry. They've performed with stars like Nicole Scherzinger and Tom Jones, appeared on shows like The Graham Norton Show and The Voice, plus wowed crowds at Glastonbury Festival, Latitude and more! Available as a 6 to 10-piece with a range of impressive add-on options, book fast to avoid disappointment!...

From £5,049
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Finesse

5 stars - Finesse are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 8 Essex
A show-stopping spectacle who deliver a full concert experience like no other! Having entertained for a whole host of celebrities, royalty and other high-end clients, Finesse are a 5-star live band know exactly how to make an everlasting impression with their incredible live music....

From £7,615 +VAT
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The Footlights

5 stars - The Footlights are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
The Footlights are a premium, interactive & versatile London based party band - with a diverse repertoire of songs from Elvis and Prince to Maroon 5 and Justin Timberlake. Available from a compact 5-piece up to an indulgent 16-piece line up, you won't fail to impress guests at any event with your great taste in bands!...

From £4,692 +VAT
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GL Collective

5 stars - GL Collective are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 9 London
A slick 9 piece party band performing the very best Pop, Disco & Soul! From Justin Timberlake to Stevie Wonder, GL Collective's charisma & on-stage energy guarantees to get you up & dancing with their amazing music!...

From £7,648
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Finale

5 stars - Finale are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 10 London
A ground-breaking, new addition to the super band scene, Finale are a group that sound & look phenomenal whilst delivering a spectacular, choreographed live show! Specialising in seamlessly produced medleys full of non-stop party bangers, Finale bring you the freshest sounds & coolest classics rolled into one incredible live music experience! Previous venues & clients include Mercedes, Natural History Museum, Sony Music & many more!...

From £7,289 +VAT
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Urban Synergy

5 stars - Urban Synergy are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 8 London
An 8-12 piece luxury band made up of the some of finest touring musicians in the UK who have performed alongside Paloma Faith, James Morrison and The Script. With previous clients including The President of Lebanon, The Roundhouse, The Sunday Times, Armani and more, Urban Synergy will provide an incredible live show....

From £5,556
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All Of The Lights Band

Number of members: 6 Merseyside
All Of The Lights has arguably created a paradigm shift in high end professional, corporate entertainment. By taking a unique and innovative visual, then combining an outstanding high-impact performance, this spectacular LED show will from the very beginning, set your anticipation racing at the prospect of an unforgettable moment in time....

From £8,547
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Funky Fresh

5 stars - Funky Fresh are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 7 Hertfordshire
Funky Fresh are an exceptional and exhilarating high end 7-8 or 12-14 piece party band. Comprising of some of the UK’s most in-demand musicians and performing an array of music from the 60's to present day, Funky Fresh will have your guests up and dancing, and talking about your event for years to come!...

From £7,101 +VAT
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Soulisphere

5 stars - Soulisphere are Highly Recommended 25 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Surrey
Soulisphere are an energetic 5–12 piece ensemble delivering fully immersive party experiences with musicians playing the biggest and best hits right amongst the audience! The band have performed in Oman, Italy, Singapore, France, Azerbaijan, Spain and the Philippines and have rocked stages at prestigious venues including The Ritz, The Savoy, The Dorchester, Four Seasons and more! Previous corporate clients include Microsoft, Coca Cola, Mercedes and Ascot Race Day to name a few....

From £5,481 +VAT
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BABYLONDON

5 stars - BABYLONDON are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 10 London
Highly experienced, highly accomplished & highly recommended. BABYLONDON have performed worldwide at some of the most prestigious, star-studded events! Performing Rock, Pop, Soul, Disco, Funk, Motown & more, they guarantee you a night to remember!...

From £9,249 +VAT
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Bespoke

5 stars - Bespoke are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 6 London
Showcasing the crème de la crème of incredible talent, Bespoke deliver their exceptional entertainment worldwide. With credits including 2018 Brit Awards, London Olympics, Strictly Come Dancing plus high-end events in Dubai, Italy, Azerbaijan & more, Bespoke are a world-class act bringing you the very best contemporary & classic floor-fillers!...

From £7,595 +VAT
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The Glitz Band

Number of members: 7 Kent
One of the most luxurious, innovative & unique showbands around, The Glitz Band dazzle every stage they grace! Raising the bar for luxury events around the globe, this exceptional live showband feature high spec, customised instruments covered in stunning crystals plus a crowd-pleasing repertoire performed by some of the most gifted musicians & vocalists around! Get ready to experience the magic!...

From £6,166
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Century

5 stars - Century are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 6 London
Known for their exceptional interactive entertainment, Century are the best of the best! Comprised of only seasoned professionals, they've performed at the world’s most prestigious events & for a huge list of celebrity clients. Get ready for the greatest party band you'll ever encounter!...

From £7,545 +VAT
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Crystal Clear Dance Orchestra

5 stars - Crystal Clear Dance Orchestra are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews
Number of members: 9 London
A show-stopping ensemble featuring superb choreography, the best professional musicians & an incredible party! With band members having performed with the likes of James Brown, Michae Bublé & Earth Wind & Fire plus previous clients including the Natural History Museum, HSBC, Shell & more, this amazing dance orchestra will bring your event to life!...

From £9,826 +VAT
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The Visual

5 stars - The Visual are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 9 London
One of the best function bands in the world with a completely unique state of the art LED grand piano, which is fully customisable to your event. The piano can display company logos, products, adverts and even live twitter feeds, animating the band’s performance throughout the show. The Visual will add wow-factor to any event....

From £9,990
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Neon Carnival Band

5 stars - Neon Carnival Band are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Kent
There is simply nothing else like Neon Carnival Band in the entire world! A fluorescent super-band guaranteed to blow your mind, this incredible group will leave your guests speechless with their neon instruments, bespoke party-inducing repertoire and legendary sound! Get ready for an experience like no other!...

From £6,092
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Into Orbit

Number of members: 3 London
Into Orbit are an intense high-energy DJ / Sax / Percussion & vocal trio blending live vocal harmonies with looping and dance routines in a uniquely up-to-date set of dance, club and chart music. Having already opened for worldwide DJ/Producer Felix Jaehn and worked with Robbie Williams, N Dubz & Snow Patrol, Into Orbit bring fierce energy, musicianship and showmanship unrivalled in this field....

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5 stars - Latamba Show Band are Highly Recommended

“Latamba Show Band is simply the best Brazilian band in the UK. We had an amazing time with such a professional group of musicians and performers. All guests invited were amazed by the cabaret dance as well as all the other performances. We had 3 hours of blast together and will be forever gratef...”

Paulo booked Latamba Show Band for their event

5 stars - Soulisphere are Highly Recommended

“We just wanted to drop you a line to say how amazing everyone thought Soulisphere were at our wedding at the Law Society. Everything about them was superb and so many people have commented about them getting down on the dance floor to sing/play. Being a big Oasis fan, their final song of the night, ...”

Rob M booked Soulisphere for their event

5 stars - Get Funked are Highly Recommended

“I am writing to say a big thank you for your amazing performance at the Homes and Communities Academy Awards 2009, at the Roundhouse in Camden. The night was a huge success and could not have been so without the superb performance that you put on. All the guests really enjoyed your music and t...”

Rohan A booked Get Funked for their event

5 stars - The Party Set are Highly Recommended

“Dear Mike, Now that we're back from honeymoon and getting into the swing of things again, we thought it was time to start thanking the many people who helped to make our day - and evening - so special. You and the band were amazing! Such a fantastic sound and a wonderful set - including the horn sec...”

Victoria booked The Party Set for their Wedding

Amazing Venues

Just a few of the amazing venues we've worked with in the North East

Beamish Hall DH9 0YB
Le Petit Château NE19 1NR
Lumley Castle Hotel DH3 4NX
Durham Castle DH1 3RW
Doxford Barns NE67 5DY
Matfen Hall NE20 0RH
Horton Grange Country House NE13 6BU
Wylam Brewery NE2 4PZ
Close House Country Club NE15 0HT
Otterburn Towers NE19 1NS
Halton Grove NE45 5PY
Brinkburn Priory NE65 8AR
Whitworth Hall DL16 7QX
Bowburn Hall Hotel DH6 5NH
The Alnwick Garden NE66 1FJ

Hashtag Business Services Limited NE63 9JZ
The Willows at the Woodmans NE16 5BB
Wylam Brewery Tap NE2 4PZ
Alnwick Castle
Shortflatt Tower | Luxury Manor House Wedding & Events Venue with Accommodation NE20 0HD
The Barn on The Bay Wedding Venue NE61 5EQ
Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel DH8 9BB
Hallgarth The Manor House, Durham DH6 1AB
Marriott Hotel (Newcastle-U-Tyne) NE3 5HN
The Secret Tower NE1 2HY
The Treehouse Restaurant NE66 1FJ
Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter, an IHG Hotel NE1 3SA
The Vermont Hotel - Newcastle NE1 1RQ
University of Durham DH1 3LH
Chillingham Castle NE66 5NJ

Blackfriars Restaurant NE1 4XN
Doxford Hall Hotel and Spa NE67 5DN
Lord Crewe Arms DH8 9SP
New Close Farm Outdoor Wedding Venue DH7 6NB
RAF Boulmer Admin Site NE66 3JF
The Bosk NE66 4LW
The Vermont Hotel NE1 1RQ
Beamish Park Hotel NE16 5EG
Albemarle Barracks NE15 0RG
Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter NE1 3SA
Kirkley Hall NE20 0AQ
Pleased to Meet You NE61 1NB
Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort NE47 0BX
Summerhill Bowling Club NE4 6EH
The Vallum NE15 7RG

Showband Booking Guide

Everything you need to know to hire Luxury Showbands for your event

Showbands in the North East cost from £2614 to £25365. The average price in 2025 was £5397. Prices vary depending on experience, demand, size of act, travel costs and the specs of the equipment provided. Artists travelling into the North East from further away will usually charge more than a local act due to travel time and fuel costs.

We will always do our best to help you find Showbands on your budget, so please give us a call if you can't find what you're looking for.

Alive Network represents Showbands throughout the North East, with acts available for events in County Durham, Durham, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear.

On the rare occasion that we don't have an artist based within your area, we will always have artists in the neighbouring regions willing to travel.

To see the most local the North East Showbands, enter a search using your event date and location, then use the 'nearest me' sort option.

Aside from finding some of the best Showbands in the UK and getting expert advice from our friendly staff, one of the main reasons to hire a Showband from Alive Network Entertainment Agency is security. We ensure your booking is covered 24/7 against any eventuality, so that no matter what, you can enjoy your event without worrying about whether your entertainment will turn up. If your Showband is ill or unable to perform, our team will be on hand to source a suitable replacement even out of office hours and at short notice. Imagine having to do that yourself!?

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Established in 1999, Alive Network has grown to become the UK's largest live entertainment agency and one of the leading online entertainment booking services in the world. We specialise in wedding entertainment, party entertainment and corporate entertainment, trusted by companies like Apple, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, Coca-Cola & Nike, and we have helped over 110,000 customers to hire the perfect live entertainment for their events. We are formally partnered with BIMM, the largest and leading provider of contemporary music education in the UK and Europe, ensuring that we are able to bring you the very best new talent exclusively at Alive Network.

Find more about Alive Network Entertainment Agency here

For information on joining Alive Network please visit our 'How to join' pages here where you will also find our online application forms.

There is no cost to join Alive Network but we are not a directory, so every application is individually assessed and we hand-pick the Showbands we want to represent.

We look to recruit the North East Showbands who we feel are the best in their area, but who also represent good value for money.

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If you have any other queries, simply visit our FAQ page.

Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 0845 108 5500 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

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Looking for Showbands in the North East? Alive Network will help you hire the best local North East Showband, with acts available in County Durham, Durham, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear.

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Showbands North East40 amazing local North East Showbands to hire for events