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From Queen & ABBA Tributes to the Beatles & Take That, discover 237 of the UK's best Tribute Bands for hire, only at Alive Network music agency. Our five star booking service helps you to hire Tribute Acts & Singers for festivals, tribute nights, weddings, corporate events & parties.

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A Night Of Take That
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5 stars - (Take That) A Night Of Take That are Highly Recommended 27 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Bedfordshire
A Night Of Take That bring to you a fantastic act perfectly capturing the sounds and performance of the real Take That. Available as a 3 piece, 4 piece or 5 piece group, to suit various budgets. One of the very best tributes around!...

From £1,281 +VAT
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ABBA Orbit Show

5 stars - ABBA Orbit Show are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Lincolnshire
For over a decade, the ABBA Orbit Show has established itself as the UK's top ABBA tribute band, renowned for its precise choreography and dazzling costume changes. The band brings to life the legendary Swedish group’s iconic style and sound, delivering an unforgettable show filled with timeless hits....

From £1,492
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An Evening With Freddie
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5 stars - An Evening With Freddie are Highly Recommended 28 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Buckinghamshire
A stellar, highly energetic, 'real deal' tribute to Freddie Mercury! Hitting all the high notes whilst capturing the excitement of Queen, get ready to laugh out loud, dance like crazy and sing your heart out to all of Queen's iconic and anthemic hits!...

From £678
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Authentic Elton
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5 stars - Authentic Elton are Highly Recommended 13 Reviews
Number of members: 1 London
Official No.1 Elton John in the UK. Authentic Elton is a remarkable lookalike & soundalike who will help make your occasion unique & unforgettable! National Music Tribute Awards Winner, TV and Radio Broadcast Worldwide, including BBC and ITV, National Entertainment Awards Winner, prestigious performances and well-known venues across the UK, Europe and the rest of the World.' -...

From £780
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Triumph
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5 stars - (Michael Jackson) Triumph are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Hertfordshire
Triumph is a top international Michael Jackson tribute who has performed for MTV, Disney, Universal Studios and the King of Pop himself, twice! An electrifying show with dazzling costumes & stunning choreography, Triumph will captivate you & your guests!...

From £780
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The Rat Pack Swinging Live
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5 stars - (Rat Pack) The Rat Pack Swinging Live are Highly Recommended 28 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Essex
The Rat Pack Swinging Live is a hit show perfectly capturing not only the wonderful music & comedy of the original legends, but also the remarkable personalities. Voted number 1 Rat Pack Tribute in the UK at The National Tribute Awards!...

From £1,492
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Robbie To The Max
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5 stars - (Robbie Williams) Robbie To The Max are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Denbighshire
Robbie To The Max is one of the most accurate Robbie tributes currently available in the UK and is the only one in the world to be endorsed by Robbie Williams himself. He covers all of Robbie's greatest hits with ease and a natural flair....

From £746
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The Diana Ross Tribute Show
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5 stars - The Diana Ross Tribute Show are Highly Recommended 35 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Gloucestershire
The Diana Ross Tribute Show brings the glamour, soul, and star power of a true Motown icon to your event. Complete with bespoke diamante gowns, stunning live vocals, and timeless hits everyone knows and loves, this show delivers an unforgettable musical experience. Overflowing with energy, elegance, and audience interaction, The Diana Ross Tribute Show is guaranteed to elevate your event to the next level....

From £983
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Bootleg Beatles

5 stars - (Beatles) Bootleg Beatles are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
The longest running, hardest working and simply the best Beatles tribute around! Taking their truly magical performance worldwide, the Bootleg Beatles have toured Russia, South America, Australia & India, supported David Bowie, Oasis, & Tom Jones plus performed at Glastonbury, Wembley Stadium, the Royal Albert Hall and The Queen's 40th Anniversary Jubilee celebrations at Buckingham Palace!...

From £11,624 +VAT
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A Night Of Jersey Boys
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5 stars - (Jersey Boys) A Night Of Jersey Boys are Highly Recommended 37 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Bedfordshire
With all four members having appeared in London's West End, this tribute is unrivaled! Recreating the iconic sound, slick routines and tight harmonies of one of the most successful bands of the 50's and 60's, A Night Of Jersey Boys will leave you wanting to book them again and again!...

From £1,356 +VAT
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Express
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5 stars - Express are Highly Recommended 39 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Midlands
A truly authentic tribute to the world’s greatest pop band! Their unique blend of professional vocals, quality musicianship and expertly choreographed dances, delivers an unforgettable musical experience that will have you partying all night long!...

From £1,211
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OK Sis
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5 stars - (Oasis) OK sis are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Staffordshire
The world’s longest-established Oasis tribute, OK Sis have spent 18+ years bringing the swagger, sound and atmosphere of Oasis to stages around the world. With over 2,000 shows behind them, including multiple O2 Academy tours, major outdoor festivals and performances across the UK, Ireland, Europe, the Middle East and Caribbean, this is an Oasis tribute with serious pedigree. Expect huge anthems, authentic musicianship and plenty of Gallagher attitude. Lead singer Ian has even worked as a Liam look-a-like on CH4 & Sky TV!...

From £2,170 +VAT
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No Limits - 90s Dance Anthems

5 stars - No Limits 90s Dance Anthems are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Midlands
Introducing the Live 90s Band Reigniting the Rave Scene!Whether you're planning a festival, club night, corporate event, a 'rave wedding', a retro birthday bash, or simply seeking the ultimate live 90s band for your tribute night, look no further. Contact us now for an authentic live 90s experience that'll transport you back to the heyday of rave culture!...

From £1,695
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The Disco Experience

5 stars - The Disco Experience are Highly Recommended 20 Reviews
Number of members: 7 Essex
With over 20-years performing together, The Disco Experience have forged themselves a reputation as the UK’s very best disco tribute! They’ve headlined stages at Glastonbury, Standon Calling, Silverstone’s F1 & more, wowing crowds with their 'all killer, no filler' sets packed full of Disco's greatest hits!...

From £5,424
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Style! - A Tribute to Taylor Swift

5 stars - Style! - A Tribute to Taylor Swift are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Leicestershire
Style! - A Tribute to Taylor Swift captures Taylor’s signature style, her voice, energy, live band and stage presence bringing the magic of Taylor to your event!...

From £1,559
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The Real Diamond
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5 stars - (Neil Diamond) The Real Diamond are Highly Recommended 87 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Worcestershire
The Real Diamond is rated one of the top Neil Diamond tribute acts in the UK. With an uncanny likeness, this is a must see for all Neil Diamond fans....

From £542
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A Night Of Eagles

Number of members: 5 Northumberland
Celebrating the very best of Eagles, this professional tribute take their audiences on a journey spanning country-rock roots to global chart topping hits and best-loved album tracks! Members of A Night Of Eagles have previously worked with musicians from Squeeze, Dexys Midnight Runners, Average White Band, and The Style Council!...

From £2,712
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Alive and Kicking
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5 stars - Alive and Kicking are Highly Recommended 33 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Cheshire
Alive & Kicking bring you the ultimate tribute to the Smash Hits of the 1980's. Performed by 5 energetic & talented performers, be prepared to have your event transported back to the 80s with hits from Soft Cell, Madonna, Duran Duran & more!...

From £1,559
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Ultimate Spice Girls Tribute

5 stars - Ultimate Spice Girls Tribute are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Merseyside
Bringing you incredible 90's nostalgia & a big dose of girl power, the Ultimate Spice Girls Tribute is one not to be missed! Full of energy, giant personalities & the songs you know and love, this fun and exciting show will have you hooked!...

From £1,835 +VAT
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Totally Elton
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5 stars - Totally Elton are Highly Recommended 30 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Buckinghamshire
Voted the No. 1 Elton John tribute in the UK three times at the prestigious National Tribute Awards, Totally Elton provides stunning vocals and an uncannily accurate show. Even Elton John's own Mother booked him for her 90th birthday party!...

From £814
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Like Shania

5 stars - Like Shania are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 1 West Sussex
Like Shania! - A Dynamic Performer with International ExperienceHayley is a versatile and accomplished performer with extensive experience gracing stages across the UK and worldwide. While her heart beats for country music, her vast repertoire spans iconic hits from the 1940s to today, covering an array of genres including Pop, Rock, Jazz, Soul, Disco, Rock 'n' Roll, and more....

From £475
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The King B Blues Brothers
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5 stars - (Blues Brothers) The King B Blues Brothers are Highly Recommended 26 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Buckinghamshire
The King B Blues Brothers are on a mission to entertain you, an energetic high octane performance full of fun, laughs, explosive action and classic songs from two great soul singers and dancers to make your event one to remember, a truly authentic show!...

From £673
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With The Beatles
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5 stars - With The Beatles are Highly Recommended 20 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Recreating the magic of the fab four, With The Beatles spare no expense with their authentic equipment & outfits. Boasting a full repertoire of Beatles classics & an uncanny stage presence, With The Beatles guarantee to make your event truly memorable!...

From £1,573
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Ultimate Adele

5 stars - (Adele) Ultimate Adele are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Yorkshire
The ultimate tribute to Adele, Ultimate Adele, is captivating audiences and lighting up theatres across the globe.This breathtaking live concert show has been touring internationally since 2011 and is a must-see experience — not just for devoted Adele fans, but for anyone looking for an unforgettable evening of hit-filled, feel-good entertainment....

From £3,390
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An Evening With Buble

5 stars - An Evening With Buble are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Somerset
A truly mesmerizing, smooth, classy act that brings to life the finest tribute to Michael Buble. With an incredible visual and vocal likeness to the man himself, you and your guests will be captivated from the very first song!...

From £515
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One Step Beyond
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5 stars - (Madness) One Step Beyond are Highly Recommended 11 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Berkshire
"One Step Beyond" are the UK's PREMIER MADNESS tribute band. Formed in Spring 1993 ‘One Step Beyond’ have achieved widespread recognition in an unusually short time....

From £2,576
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Echoes Of Fleetwood Mac

Number of members: 5 London
Bringing you the iconic look and sound of one of the greatest bands of all time, Echoes Of Fleetwood Mac offer an exceptional live show celebrating Fleetwood Mac! Covering huge hits such as Dreams, The Chain, Seven Wonders and many more, this passionate and professional tribute are the UK's newest and best tribute to one of the world’s biggest selling bands....

From £2,034
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Disco Night Fever Band
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5 stars - (Bee Gees) Disco Night Fever Band are Highly Recommended 34 Reviews
Number of members: 3 West Midlands
An authentic tribute to one of the Disco greats of the 1970s, The Bee Gees Experience perfectly evoke the disco fever of the era....

From £1,199
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80s Zone
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5 stars - 80s Zone are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
A 4-piece, female-fronted covers band; formed of experienced, professional musicians. 80s Zone take the very best of 80’s rock and revive it in all its hairographic, tight-jeaned, sweaty-leather glory!...

From £2,115
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Franklie Valli

5 stars - (Frankie Valli) Franklie Valli are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Manchester
Winner of ITV's Stars In Their Eyes 2015, Franklie Valli brings his iconic suit and perfectly styled hair to perform songs of the past and present day with true authenticity, mirroring those incredible Frankie Valli Vocals all the way!...

From £542
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Bruno Mars Tribute

5 stars - Bruno Mars Tribute are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 1 West Midlands
Delivering an explosive performance that always leaves the crowd wanting more, this Bruno Mars tribute has the moves, the voice and the style!...

From £746
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Dancing Queens
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5 stars - Dancing Queens are Highly Recommended 22 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Essex
Dancing Queens are a collective of top performers coming together to create the UK’s top International female ABBA duo! To date, Dancing Queens have performed at over 4000 shows in 40 countries world wide. Dazzling costumes, excellent choreography and great harmonies. With over 12 tours of Korea, and the ONLY Abba tribute who performs in Vegas, the accolades speak for themselves!...

From £1,076
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The Complete Blues Brothers
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5 stars - (Blues Brothers) The Complete Blues Brothers are Highly Recommended 28 Reviews
Number of members: 2 West Midlands
The Complete Blues Brothers is a full and authentic stage show tribute to the film and musical duo of the same name. With hits like Gimme Some Lovin', Blues Brothers car also available, you are sure to have a full evening's fun!...

From £880
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Californication (Red Hot Chili Peppers)

5 stars - Californication (Red Hot Chili Peppers) are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Staffordshire
They are not just a tribute band—they are on a mission to bring the energy, groove, and spirit of the Red Hot Chili Peppers to fans everywhere. Whether it’s their legendary chart-topping hits or deep cuts that true fans adore, we go all out to capture the essence of RHCP’s iconic sound and electrifying live performances....

From £1,492
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The Best of Westlife

5 stars - The Best of Westlife are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 3 South Lanarkshire
The Best of Westlife, a 3-piece based in Glasgow, delivers a captivating two-hour performance divided into two halves. Beyond their main show, they offer to kickstart the party before and after with interactive music sessions and even provide a karaoke service, allowing the audience to shine....

From £1,356
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Ultimate Boy Band

5 stars - Ultimate Boy Band are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Midlands
Bringing you classic songs & dance moves from all your favourite boy bands, Ultimate Boy Band cover music from iconic acts such as Take That, Westlife, Boyzone, Blue, Backstreet Boys, One Direction, 5ive & more!...

From £1,560
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Truly Tina

5 stars - Truly Tina are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 1 West Midlands
A highly experienced international Tina Turner Tribute singer, available as a solo act or with an authentic 12 piece big band and dancers. With her POWERHOUSE vocals and electrifying performances, she guarantees to mesmerise and leave you craving more....

From £712
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We Will Rock You

5 stars - (Queen) We Will Rock You are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Staffordshire
Critically acclaimed as the UK's top tribute to Freddie Mercury & Queen, We Will Rock You recreate the style and excitement of a live Queen concert with breathtaking accuracy....

From £3,051
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Gonzo

5 stars - Gonzo are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 5 East Sussex
Bringing you the ultimate 90s/00s alt-rock nostalgia, Gonzo is the definitive live tribute to MTV2! Relive the era with pop punk, nu metal, and indie bangers played by Brighton’s top session musicians. With experience from Glastonbury to TV appearances, members have rocked over 2000 events, including gigs for Lego, John Lewis, and Citigroup....

From £2,087
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80s Brightlights

5 stars - 80s Brightlights are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Hampshire
80s Brightlights brings the decade of neon, power ballads and stadium-sized choruses roaring back to life. This high-energy four-piece tribute delivers powerhouse vocals, electrifying guitar and irresistible stage presence, covering icons including Bon Jovi, Toto, Queen, Tina Turner, Journey, Heart, Prince and Bryan Adams. With 10+ years and over 1,000 shows behind them, the band has performed at the Isle of Wight Festival, London’s Camden Roundhouse and aboard Virgin Voyages. Perfect for corporate events, weddings, festivals and 80s-themed parties, 80s Brightlights can provide everything from a self-contained live band to a spectacular full production with dancers, DJ, staging and AV....

From £3,470
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Tribute Bands Booking Guide

Everything You Need To Know To Hire A Tribute Band For Your Event

Tribute acts & tribute bands are formed of either a group of live musicians or one live singer, recreating the sound, performance, and often the look of a particular band or artist.

Paying homage to both current and past artists, tribute bands and solo tribute acts are a great way to experience music of the artists you love up close and personal, at a fraction of the cost of the real thing.

Often imitating bands from a bygone era, such as The Beatles, tribute bands can offer a fantastic opportunity to step back in time and experience all your favourite band’s hits and feel the magic once again!

If you’re trying to recreate a moment in time for a special occasion, many tribute bands and artists also pay respect to a specific era, like the swinging ‘60s or the electro-pop of the ‘80s, or a specific genre of music, like soul and Motown, or Rat Pack and swing. Whatever your theme, tribute acts are the ultimate way to bring your event to life.

Tribute acts come in all shapes and sizes, specialising in songs from the artists they’re imitating, or from a specific era or genre of music. Tracks include music from the 1950s right through to current chart acts, with specific repertoires consisting of the well-known hits by your favourite music icons! Popular bands and artists in this category include tributes to:

Popular solo tribute acts:

Adele
Taylor Swift
Elton John
Elvis
Frank Sinatra
Gary Barlow
George Michael
Jimi Hendrix
Johnny Cash
Kylie
Lady Gaga
Michael Bublé
Michael Jackson
Robbie Williams
Shirley Bassey
Dua Lipa
Katy Perry

Popular tribute bands:

ABBA
Spice Girls
The Beatles
Kasabian
Jersey Boys
Madness
Nirvana
Oasis
Queen
Westlife
Take That
The Beach Boys
The Beatles
The Blues Brothers
Little Mix
The Rolling Stones

Era-based entertainment can cover periods from the 1950s right through to the 1990s. Many tribute bands cover a specific style of music, providing the perfect musical nostalgia to set the scene for your event, including:

Ska
Brit pop
Disco
Soul and Motown
Rat Pack and swing

1. Tribute bands

A tribute band is a live band that only performs the music of the artist they’re honouring – Abba or The Beatles, for example. They typically match the instrumentation and performance style of the original band, and will usually attempt to recreate their style with costumes, accessories and wigs to look as authentic as possible. Some tribute bands may even feature ‘lookalike’ musicians in an attempt to match the appearance of the original band, but this is considered less important than with solo artists.

Our tribute bands cover great bands, past and present, from Blondie and The Blues Brothers through to Oasis and Take That.

2. Solo tribute singers

Usually singing over pre-recorded backing tracks, solo tribute acts are live performers who imitate the musical style and songs of a particular famous solo artist, such as Elvis, Michael Bublé or Lady Gaga. In an attempt to copy the original artist as authentically as possible, solo tribute singers will usually dress up like them. Many will even have an uncanny resemblance to the original artist, faithfully completing the guise!

Our tribute acts are booked to perfrom at live music venues, private parties, corporate events, weddings, and festivals across the UK and internationally. You can see a complete list of all the areas we cover at the bottom of this page.

The most popular locations for tribute band bookings include:

Tribute artists specialise in lively and uplifting performances so you and your guests can have an amazing time on the dance floor! They are usually the headline evening entertainment, perfect for events such as:

Many acts offer a DJ package in addition to their standard set. You can view and select the options for each tribute act on their profile page.

Volume considerations at your event

Depending on which artist and line-up you choose, our live tribute solo artists and tribute bands perform to a wide range of volumes. Large tribute bands can offer a thrilling live performance with a sound and volume to match. The volume of large tribute bands is often in the region of 95dB – 110dB. With a full band this can be a big sound (roughly equivalent to the volume of a lawnmower) and great for big parties.

If your venue has a volume restriction, many bands offer the option of an electric drum kit, to reduce the overall volume.

Solo tribute artists often perform over backing tracks, singing through a PA system, and as such, it’s far easier to set the volume in accordance with your event requirements. This is great for venues with sound limiters or for smaller events.

If you prefer your music to serve as laid-back ‘background’ entertainment, setting the scene for your event, where guests can still easily hold a conversation, then you could consider a solo tribute artist. Many soloists can perform on a more ‘low-key’ basis, but this is dependent on the style you’re after, and you may prefer your tribute act to perform as a headline at your event.

Feel free to ask your Entertainment Coordinator for advice if you venue does have any sound restrictions or a limiter, and do check out our handy guide to sound limiters here.

Space considerations at your event

A typical solo artist will need around 2 metres wide by 2 metres deep, and a standard 4-piece band will need an area of around 4 metres wide by 3 metres deep. Bear in mind that more space will be needed if you choose an artist with a dance routine!

For approximate requirements, see ‘How much space will a tribute act need?’, below.

Prices vary depending on the number of members, the quality and experience of the band and their travel distance to your event.

The average price of a 4-piece tribute band is around £1,500 - £1800.

More established bands, such as The Bootleg Beatles, command upwards of £12,000.

Here’s a breakdown of the cost range between different tribute artists:

Solo tribute artists (with backing tracks) - £500 - £1000
Duo tribute artists - £650 - £1100
3-piece tribute bands - £800 - £1700
4 piece tributes - £900 - £12000
5-piece tribute bands - £1000 - £5000
6 piece and bigger - £1500 - £6000

Below are the acts that we feel are among the best tribute artists in the UK right now, based on a mixture of popularity, performance quality and innovation:

For Alive's most booked tribute bands, see our 'Top 10 Tribute Bands For 2026' article.

Most tribute artists perform as headline acts, and as such will play one 45- to 60-minute set. However, for private events where a whole evening’s entertainment is required, most can tailor their set to 2 × 45 or 2 × 60 minute sets.

When choosing a start time for the first performance at a private party, bear in mind the catering! If your guests have just eaten, they probably won’t feel like dancing immediately. For the average wedding/birthday party, 9pm is an ideal start time, with a 30- to 45-minute break afterward the first set, and a final performance running until close. Note that some acts also offer a later finish, up to 1am for example.

This will depend on the size of the band you book and whether their show needs a large performance area. It’s worth bearing in mind that an act with accompanying dancers – or a Michael Jackson solo tribute act! – will need plenty of room for dance routines. Your Entertainment Coordinator will be happy to advise should you need more guidance.

Here are some guidelines based on ‘normal’ space requirements. These would work well for most tribute bands unless additional dance routine space was required:

Solo tribute singer = 3 x 2 metres
2–3-piece band = 3 x 3 metres
4-piece band = 4 x 3 metres
5 and 6-piece band = 5 x 3 metres
7-piece and bigger = 6 x 4 metres

Your chosen tribute act will arrive at a time to suit you and set up their equipment in the performance area. Depending on how close the band can park, unloading, setting up and carrying out a sound check takes around 60 – 90 minutes. This time is to ensure that your act will sound great, as levels for each instrument will need to be balanced correctly.

Background music from a laptop or iPod is usually played while the act gets changed and ready for the performance.

Some busy London hotels insist bands ‘load in’ via their shared supplier’s entrance, which can greatly extend set up times.

If your event includes a sit-down meal, the set-up and sound check would usually take place after the meal when guests leave the room to get drinks and stretch their legs, and while the room is being cleared. If you would prefer the band to be set up before guests arrive, this can be arranged – just see the artists’ profile for early arrival options.

It takes around 45 – 60 minutes to pack down and load out after the performance.

Most tribute acts need some or all of the following:

a suitably-sized, safe, dry, flat performance area. If performing outside, they will require cover – either from the rain or the sun
parking provision, ideally with easy access to the venue
refreshments such as soft drinks and sometimes food, depending on how long you have booked them for.
one to four power sockets, and sometimes more depending on the size of the line-up (your Entertainment Coordinator can advise) a secure, lockable changing room

The majority of our tribute acts will provide their own professional-quality PA system, microphones, stage lighting, backline amplifiers and instruments. Those promising to be an accurate copy of the original artist will use authentic-looking instruments.

Most tribute bands provide PA systems suitable for average-sized private events, but if you’re planning a large event with over 200 people, you may need to hire separate PA and lighting. A few will provide stage lighting too. For details on particular artists, our dedicated Entertainment Coordinators are here to help!

Aside from finding some of the best Tribute Bands in the UK and getting expert advice from our friendly staff, one of the main reasons to hire from Alive Network 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 artist 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.

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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 193,000 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.

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For information on the following, see our Frequently Asked Questions:

For a more comprehensive tribute band booking guide please read ‘Booking a tribute band – Everything you’ll ever need to know’.

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

Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 01782 740 839 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

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2,193 Reviews For Our Tribute Bands

The 1980 Five Tribute Act Review Private Party Suffolk

5 stars - The 1980 Five are Highly Recommended

“What a wonderful group of humans. Really polite, easy to work with and very much invested in providing an excellent party atmosphere for us. Hired the band after looking at other “standard” wedding bands and as big 80s music fans these guys fit the bill perfectly. It was a set that catered for ...”

Sarah A booked The 1980 Five for their party in Suffolk on 25th July 2026

70s Explosion Tribute Act Review Other Event Type Hampshire

5 stars - 70s Explosion are Highly Recommended

“Excellent. Professional and entertaining with a good set of seventies classics. Would book again. Really easy to work with.”

David P booked 70s Explosion for their event in Hampshire on 11th July 2026

The Diana Ross Tribute Show Tribute Act Review Festival / Outdoor Event East Sussex

5 stars - The Diana Ross Tribute Show are Highly Recommended

“A pleasure to deal with before the event. Arrived very punctual and was ready on time and delivered a top class performance. Made the stage her own, and a great reception from the crowd.Stayed for photographs afterwards with the public.”

Roger C booked The Diana Ross Tribute Show for their event in East Sussex on 11th July 2026

A Night Of Take That Tribute Act Review Festival / Outdoor Event Surrey

5 stars - (Take That) A Night Of Take That are Highly Recommended

“Take This UK headlined our music stage on 11 July 26. They brought a great party atmosphere, excellent stage presence, with a variety of Take That classics. Very professional, on time & and easy to work with . Would recommend them for sure.”

Colin P booked A Night Of Take That for their event in Surrey on 11th July 2026

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