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  • Tuxedo

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    5 stars - Tuxedo are Highly Recommended 44 Reviews Number of members: 5 West Yorkshire

    Featuring some of the most seasoned, sought after session musicians, this professional 5 piece band boast outstanding musicianship, a crowd-pleasing repert...

  • The Roots Acoustic Trio

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    5 stars - The Roots Acoustic Trio are Highly Recommended 63 Reviews Number of members: 3 Nottinghamshire

    The Roots Acoustic Trio provide amazing live music that all your guests will be talking about! Their upbeat, feel-good repertoire includes music from Bruno...

  • Into The Groove

    5 stars - Into The Groove are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews Number of members: 6 London

    One of the finest bands on the scene, Into The Groove fuse stunning male and female vocals with a super tight rhythm section and razor sharp horns. Having ...

  • Mrs X

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    5 stars - Mrs X are Highly Recommended 54 Reviews Number of members: 5 London

    Meet Mrs X, a band unlike any other! A glamorous all female band oozing style and sophistication, Mrs X play huge hits from Gaga to Fitzgerald & guarantee ...

  • The Function

    5 stars - The Function are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews Number of members: 8 London

    The Function are a fantastic 8-12 piece function band playing an eclectic mix of Pop, Motown, Soul and Rock classics making them fantastically diverse & gu...

  • The Futuristic Gramophones

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    5 stars - The Futuristic Gramophones are Highly Recommended 41 Reviews Number of members: 3 London

    Delivering a stylish performance of timeless jazz classics plus modern pop hits rearranged in the same vintage fashion, The Futuristic Gramophones are the ...

  • Domino

    5 stars - Domino are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews Number of members: 4 West Midlands

    Domino: the UK's premier 4-piece live band, masters of Soul, Funk, Motown & Pop! With a stellar track record entertaining for Armani, BBC, and more, their ...

  • The Earls Of Swing

    5 stars - The Earls Of Swing are Highly Recommended 11 Reviews Number of members: 4 Kent

    Fronted by a smooth, charismatic Jazz singer and accompanied by a hugely talented band; The Earls of Swing are a cool and classy quartet who perform a grea...

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  • Tritts And The Numbers

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    5 stars - Tritts And The Numbers are Highly Recommended 74 Reviews Number of members: 4 Essex

    An award winning party band with blistering guitar solos, on stage high jinx and a set list that will leave any audience begging for more! Featuring hits f...

  • Resident Heroes

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    5 stars - Resident Heroes are Highly Recommended 103 Reviews Number of members: 3 London

    Contemporary covers trio Resident Heroes offer a truly versatile performance. Tackling a unique and appealing selection of indie-rock, pop & hip-hop hits f...

  • Stardust

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    5 stars - Stardust are Highly Recommended 27 Reviews Number of members: 4 London

    Performing a fine blend of Rat Pack classics, Soul favourites and the best dance floor hits; Stardust are a sophisticated, versatile band that will keep yo...

  • Twisted Swing

    5 stars - Twisted Swing are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews Number of members: 5 Kent

    A fun, exciting & unique swing 5-9 band with a modern twist! Performing music in a cool, vintage style, Twisted Swing are one of the best entertainment spe...

  • The Swing Smiths

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    5 stars - The Swing Smiths are Highly Recommended 68 Reviews Number of members: 7 London

    The Swing Smiths are a sensational swing and soul band performing a huge range of hits from the Big Band, Rat Pack, Soul & Motown eras. With a distinctive ...

  • The Supreme Syndicate

    5 stars - The Supreme Syndicate are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews Number of members: 8 London

    The Supreme Syndicate's members are some of the most in demand & exciting talent in the music industry. Providing breath-taking renditions of the great pop...

  • Summer Sun

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    5 stars - Summer Sun are Highly Recommended 42 Reviews Number of members: 4 Hampshire

    OUTSTANDING, keeping the dance floor full & moving with non-stop with Pop, Rock, Urban, Dance, Soul & more. Their musician credits: No1 UK & International ...

  • Gold

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    5 stars - Gold are Highly Recommended 77 Reviews Number of members: 4 South Yorkshire

    Gold are a premium quality function band available with 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9 members. This international party band is made up of the highest quality profess...

  • The Duplicators

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    5 stars - The Duplicators are Highly Recommended 39 Reviews Number of members: 4 Hertfordshire

    A 4 piece party band with a professional attitude & stacks of experience! They’ve been filling dancefloors of all sizes since 2012 with carefully...

  • The 101 Trio

    5 stars - The 101 Trio are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews Number of members: 3 Surrey

    The 101 Trio are a young, talented, instrumental jazz trio. Their repertoire includes music from the greats such as Duke Ellington, Miles Davis & Louis Arm...

  • The Cyclones

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    5 stars - The Cyclones are Highly Recommended 43 Reviews Number of members: 6 Surrey

    The Cyclones set is geared very much towards keeping people on the dance floor and generating a party atmosphere, with strong harmonies, quality vocals, an...

  • The Fun-Keys

    5 stars - The Fun-Keys are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews Number of members: 3 West Midlands

    Highly talented & in demand band performing everything from Rock 'n' Roll, Motown, Pop, Funk and Soul to suit all ages. With bookings from Radio 1 DJ's...

  • The Brightsides

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    5 stars - The Brightsides are Highly Recommended 38 Reviews Number of members: 4 South Yorkshire

    The Brightsides are a vibrant cover band made up of highly experienced professional musicians with many years of performing experience, playing the very be...

  • Charming Louise

    5 stars - Charming Louise are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews Number of members: 6 Merseyside

    Talented female fronted 6 piece Pop & Soul band who perform the biggest hits from The Beatles to Beyonce! With larger line-ups available and additional aco...

  • The Hamiltones

    5 stars - The Hamiltones are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews Number of members: 2 Nottinghamshire

    The Hamiltones are a piano led duo with a difference! Featuring piano, vocals and drums, they perform upbeat light jazz to full on party anthems! A complet...

  • Soul Royale

    5 stars - Soul Royale are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews Number of members: 5 London

    Wowing every crowd, Soul Royale start the party! Interacting with audiences and putting on the perfect high energy and soulful concert, the Soul Royale wil...

  • The Start Ups

    5 stars - The Start Ups are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews Number of members: 5 Hertfordshire

    With experience performing at Hyde Park, Ibiza Rocks, V Festival and Glastonbury, as well as supporting the likes of Mark Ronson, La Roux and Deadmau5, The...

  • Invidia

    5 stars - Invidia are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews Number of members: 7 Norfolk

    7 piece function band specialising in weddings and corporate events. Invidia know how many different age ranges and music tastes come together at such even...

  • Off The Record

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    5 stars - Off The Record are Highly Recommended 35 Reviews Number of members: 5 East Sussex

    Off The Record are a cool & lively band ready to kick start your party! With an extensive repertoire covering artists such as Chuck Berry & The Beatles to ...

  • Blondie And The Boys

    5 stars - Blondie And The Boys are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews Number of members: 3 Surrey

    A fun, contemporary Jazz band who perform the classic standards as well as cool rearranged modern Pop songs. With previous performances at high profile eve...

  • The Chandeliers

    5 stars - The Chandeliers are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews Number of members: 5 London

    A contemporary 5 piece Pop, Funk, Soul & party band who have collectively played with the likes of Emelie Sande, Ellie Goulding, Little Mix and performed a...

  • The Fabulations

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    5 stars - The Fabulations are Highly Recommended 57 Reviews Number of members: 6 London

    With a repertoire ranging from Ella Fitzgerald to Aretha Franklin, The Fabulations are one of those rare bands who are equally at home performing jazz/swin...

  • The Jumping Jacks

    5 stars - The Jumping Jacks are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews Number of members: 4 London

    Looking for an energetic rock & pop show? The Jumping Jacks are the band for you! This talentled 4 piece play a diverse & popular range of songs from the 6...

  • Pop Life

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    5 stars - Pop Life are Highly Recommended 65 Reviews Number of members: 5 London

    Cool, stylish, exciting and preferred supplier for many exclusive venues. Pop Life cover all the best artists and deliver the best shows using the lat...

  • London Soul

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    5 stars - London Soul are Highly Recommended 18 Reviews Number of members: 10 London

    Fantastic large Party Band. Covering all the great party classics in a unique high energy style with brass section and stunning singers... they appeal to a...

  • Swing Sister

    5 stars - Swing Sister are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews Number of members: 6 London

    Swing Sister are a funky 6 piece band specialising in jazz, lounge & party music! With previous clients including Maclaren Formula 1 team, Theo Pathetis & ...

  • Acoustic Sounds

    5 stars - Acoustic Sounds are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews Number of members: 3 Surrey

    Acoustic Sounds play their own unique acoustic/chilled out arrangements of well known tunes from modern rock/pop to older jazz classics. Featuring female v...

  • The Highlife

    5 stars - The Highlife are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews Number of members: 5 Kent

    The Highlife are a young, contemporary party band with a vast playlist of modern chart hits, as well as classics from 60’s upwards. With both male & female...

  • HiBeat

    5 stars - HiBeat are Highly Recommended 25 Reviews Number of members: 5 London

    A superb 5-piece band, lead by a superbly talented female singer. HiBeat are professional & fully live, performing rock & pop with a funky edge complete wi...

  • Apollo Groove

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    5 stars - Apollo Groove are Highly Recommended 48 Reviews Number of members: 8 Surrey

    How do you fancy booking the band that performed to 300,000 in Hyde Park for the Royal Wedding? Apollo Groove have fast been named the UK's top live band f...

  • The McQueens

    5 stars - The McQueens are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews Number of members: 5 Kent

    The McQueens are a professional, lively & exciting 5 piece band. With both male & female lead vocals, their dynamic live set is regularly updated with clas...

  • Zone One

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    5 stars - Zone One are Highly Recommended 30 Reviews Number of members: 4 London

    As one of the most sought after wedding and corporate party bands in the London and UK events industry, Zone One provide an energetic and vibrant show guar...

How to Choose the Right Wedding Band

With hundreds of wedding bands available across the UK, choosing the right one can feel like a daunting task. The good news is that most couples can quickly narrow down their options by focusing on four key factors: music style, guest profile, venue and budget.

Music style is usually the best place to start. While every wedding is different, some styles consistently prove popular because they appeal to a wide range of guests. According to our recent booking data, the most requested wedding band styles include Rock and Pop, Acoustic, Soul & Motown and Jazz. If you're looking for a packed dancefloor throughout the evening, or the perfect ambience for your drinks reception - these genres are often a great starting point.

Browse Wedding Bands By Style

Every wedding has its own personality, and exploring bands by style is one of the quickest ways to find acts that match yours.

Guest profile is another important consideration. One of the most common mistakes couples make is to only consider their own musical tastes, but the most successful wedding receptions strike a balance between personal favourites and songs that will appeal to guests of different ages and backgrounds. One of the most common themes we see in customer reviews is that stage presence and audience interaction often have a bigger impact on a wedding reception than the specific songs performed.

The size of your wedding can also influence which band is the best fit. Our recent booking history still shows that 4-piece wedding bands remain the most popular line-up choice, offering a strong balance of sound, repertoire range, visual impact and value. Larger bands can cover a broader range of music and often provide more visual impact, with 6-piece bands the most common upgrade, while smaller line-ups such as duos and trios are often ideal for venues with limited performance space.

Budget naturally plays a role too. Recent booking data shows that most couples spend between £1,500 and £2,500 on their evening wedding band, with line-up size and wedding date having the greatest influence on overall cost.

Typical Wedding Band Prices

As a general guide:

Band Type / Line-upTypical 2026 Price Range
Duos & Trios£600-£1500
4-Piece Bands£1100-£2500
5-Piece Bands£1300-£3000
6-9 Piece Bands£2000-£5000
Luxury Showbands£5000-£25000

Summer Saturdays and larger line-ups typically command higher fees, while weekday weddings and off-peak dates can often offer excellent value.

For a more detailed breakdown of wedding band costs, including regional pricing trends and budgeting advice, see our Wedding Band Prices Guide.

Above all, choose a band whose live performance genuinely excites you, and which creates the overall atmosphere you want for your celebration.

Compare Wedding Band Styles & Sizes

Not sure which type of wedding band is right for your wedding? Use the comparison tables below to explore different musical styles and band sizes, and discover which options are best suited to your venue, guests and celebration style.

Compare Wedding Band Styles

Band StyleBest ForAtmosphere
Rock & Pop BandsCouples wanting broad appeal across all age groupsHigh-energy dancefloor favourites and chart hits
Soul & Motown Wedding BandsMixed-age guest lists and packed dancefloorsFeel-good classics with wide audience appeal
Acoustic Wedding BandsDrinks receptions, daytime entertainment and relaxed weddingsLaid-back, intimate and stylish
Luxury ShowbandsLarge weddings, luxury venues and high-end celebrationsPremium live entertainment with maximum impact
Jazz Wedding BandsSophisticated receptions, drinks receptions and elegant venuesSmooth, relaxed and atmospheric
Roaming Wedding BandsOutdoor weddings, festival weddings and interactive entertainmentUnique, engaging and informal
Mumford & Sons Style BandsRustic weddings, barn venues and country celebrationsFolk-inspired, upbeat and distinctive
Ceilidh Wedding BandsCouples looking for guest participation and a memorable experienceFun, energetic and highly interactive
Indie Wedding BandsFans of modern indie anthems and alternative musicFestival-inspired singalongs and guitar classics
Rock Wedding BandsRock fans who want something less mainstreamBig riffs, classic rock favourites and high energy
Festival Wedding BandsOutdoor weddings, tipi weddings and festival-themed celebrationsRelaxed daytime vibes and energetic evening entertainment

Compare Wedding Band Sizes

Band SizeBest ForAtmosphere
Duos & TriosSmaller weddings, intimate venues and daytime entertainmentGreat value, smaller footprint and a more relaxed atmosphere
4–5 Piece BandsMost weddings and venue typesThe UK’s most popular wedding band format, balancing sound, versatility and value
6–9 Piece BandsLarger weddings and couples wanting a bigger live soundAdditional musicians, fuller arrangements and greater stage presence
10 Piece+ ShowbandsLuxury weddings, large guest numbers and premium eventsExceptional visual impact, larger repertoire and a true showband experience

Not sure which option is right for your wedding? Browse our wedding bands by style, watch live performance videos and compare reviews to find the perfect match for your celebration.

Read More Expert Tips On Choosing a Wedding Band

When comparing wedding bands, don't focus solely on song lists. Many professional bands perform hundreds of songs and regularly update their repertoire. How you feel about their performance style, stage presence, audience interaction and overall personality and energy are often more important in determining the best fit.

It's also worth thinking about how your entertainment will fit into the flow of the day. Many couples now combine multiple forms of live music, such as acoustic performances during drinks receptions followed by a full live band in the evening. In fact, in 2026 we’ve seen an increase in couples booking All-Day Music Packages from our wedding bands, and this can save a significant amount of money vs booking separate acts.

Timing can make a difference too. Popular wedding bands are often booked well in advance, particularly for peak summer Saturdays. Looking at recent trends, most couples secure their entertainment approximately 9-12 months before their wedding date, but we’ve also seen a rise in music loving couples planning much further ahead - sometimes booking 2 years in advance to snap up their preferred band.

Finally, remember that the best wedding band for one couple may not be the best choice for another. Venue size, guest demographics, musical tastes and budget all play a part. Taking a little time to compare videos, reviews and performance styles will help you find a band that's perfectly suited to your wedding.

Wedding Band Advice & Inspiration

From choosing the right style of live music to understanding pricing, timings and what makes a packed dance floor, our wedding band guides are full of expert advice, planning tips and real-world inspiration to help you book with confidence.

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