Book the Best Wedding Music Bands in the UK.

Looking for music with a little more personality? Our wedding bands for hire serve up huge tunes, standout vocals and feel-good performances made for dancing. Take your pick from indie and pop favourites, soul and Motown classics, funky grooves or a band with enough brass to raise the roof. However you picture your party, our live wedding bands put great music right at the heart of it. Read more

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Live Wedding Bands for Every Style of Celebration

So, what does your perfect wedding party sound like? A dance floor bouncing to indie guitar anthems, a slick soul band bringing the groove, or a big showband turning your evening reception into something spectacular? Whatever gets you and your guests dancing, we’ll help you hire a wedding band that feels completely at home at your celebration.

There’s plenty to play with. Keep things classic with a brilliant 4 or 5-piece wedding band, go compact with a 3-piece, or dial up the wow factor with sax, brass, extra vocals and a larger line-up. Between them, our bands play everything from rock, pop and indie to soul, Motown, funk, disco and modern chart favourites - think songs your friends know every word to, alongside classics that pull every generation onto the dance floor.

And it’s not just the band you can make your own. Want them to perform your first dance live? Add an acoustic set for your ceremony or drinks reception? Keep the party going with a DJ service once the band finishes? Many bands offer flexible wedding packages, so you can shape the music around your day.

For the evening, most bands perform around two hours of live music - often as 2 x 60-minute or 3 x 40-minute sets - with playlists between sets to keep things flowing. Professional PA and lighting are typically part of the package too. As a guide, most couples spend around £1,500-£2,500 on their band, depending on the line-up, location and extras you choose. Got your heart set on a particular band? We recommend booking 12-18 months ahead for popular summer Saturdays, but don’t worry if your wedding is closer - there are often brilliant options available at shorter notice.

Find Live Wedding Music You’ll Love

We’ve helped more than 43,000 couples book their wedding band since 1999, so you’re in experienced hands. We’re choosy about our bands too, with hand-picked performers we’d feel confident recommending for your big night. Watch their videos, explore their songs and packages, and read reviews from couples who’ve booked them before. Hear something you love? Check availability for your wedding date, send us an enquiry and we’ll take care of the details from there.

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Dexter
🏆 Customer Choice Award

5 stars - Dexter are Highly Recommended191 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Cheshire
If you’re looking for a band that fills dance floors, ignites parties and delivers pure feel-good energy from the very first note, then welcome to Dexter. With over 27 years experience performing at over 1500+ events, Dexter bring dancefloor filling sets full of the very best Pop, Soul, R'n'B, Funk and Disco. Featuring both male and female lead vocals, their interactive live shows delight audiences of all ages, and have helped them to become one of our most popular bands for weddings and events across the North West....

From £1,686
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Season
🏆 Customer Choice Award

5 stars - Season are Highly Recommended154 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Sussex
Season showcase on-stage chemistry, incredible talent & loads of experience! Covering chart hits, indie anthems and funk classics, this cool band bring an infectious energy to every party they perform at! The band are seasoned professionals who have been working as live musicians for over a decade covering weddings, award ceremonies and festivals all over Europe....

From £1,760
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Out Of Control
🏆 Customer Choice Award

5 stars - Out Of Control are Highly Recommended121 Reviews
Number of members: 3 West Midlands
Out Of Control are a fantastic 3 piece function band with the ability to bring any crowd to their feet. Their repertoire covers the old classics right through to the music of today, whether it be rock, pop or soul! Out Of Control are ideal for any event!...

From £1,424
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The Roots Acoustic Trio
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5 stars - The Roots Acoustic Trio are Highly Recommended65 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 Mars to Bob Marley and is designed to get guests of all ages onto the dance floor!...

From £1,092
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The Silks

5 stars - The Silks are Highly Recommended7 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Manchester
One of Manchester's standout live party bands, The Silks bring together exceptional musicianship, a brilliantly interactive frontman and a repertoire that can jump from Stevie Wonder and Fleetwood Mac to Oasis, Eminem, Arctic Monkeys and huge dance anthems. Expect clever medleys, big singalongs and a band who know exactly how to read a crowd....

From £3,169
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Jaguar

5 stars - Jaguar are Highly Recommended11 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Jaguar are one of London’s most exciting cover bands known for mixing songs in a slick DJ style, keeping it fresh and organic with live instruments. Their exciting performance ensures people dance to all their favourites whether they're classics or today's chart-toppers without long gaps in between....

From £2,876
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The Footlights

5 stars - The Footlights are Highly Recommended5 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 £4,068 +VAT
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Flair

5 stars - Flair are Highly Recommended17 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Essex
Where cool meets quality, Flair are a stylish, world class band that have been hired by royalty & celebrities alike! Delivering a full concert experience that will rock your event, Flair are a collective of pro's, available in a range of line-ups, who regularly appear alongside artists like Cee Lo Green, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams & more!...

From £4,407 +VAT
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The Swing Smiths
🏆 Customer Choice Award

5 stars - The Swing Smiths are Highly Recommended68 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 sound and unrivalled performance, they are guaranteed to transform the atmosphere of your event....

From £3,776 +VAT
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Finesse

5 stars - Finesse are Highly Recommended12 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 £7,861
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The Duplicators
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5 stars - The Duplicators are Highly Recommended40 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 selected, timeless and energetic songs that are guaranteed to get everyone off their seats!...

From £1,492
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The Fireworks
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5 stars - The Fireworks are Highly Recommended28 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Midlands
The Fireworks function band are fast gaining a reputation for providing superb top quality live entertainment at weddings and other functions UK wide....

From £1,559
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Charming Louise

5 stars - Charming Louise are Highly Recommended9 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 acoustic and DJ sets on offer, Charming Louise will tailor their performance to your needs so you can enjoy your night knowing you're in capable hands....

From £2,441
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The Start Ups

5 stars - The Start Ups are Highly Recommended6 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 Start Ups are a professional, energetic 5 piece band who perform a range of songs from the 50's to modern day chart hits....

From £1,763
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Leader

5 stars - Leader are Highly Recommended15 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
A fun band with great talent, Leader's repertoire spans from the 60s to present day including artists such as the Beatles to Maroon 5. Whether you want a loud & lively party or a more ambient set, Leader's experience & musicianship delivers every time!...

From £1,231
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The Front

5 stars - The Front are Highly Recommended6 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Glasgow
The Front are one of the UK's biggest event bands! Known for their signature high energy set and stage performance full of contemporary and dance floor classics, along with some old school mash-ups guaranteed to get your guests dancing!...

From £2,422
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Blondie And The Boys

5 stars - Blondie And The Boys are Highly Recommended2 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 events such as Grazia Magazine's 2016 Fashion Awards, Blondie And The Boys will guarantee to entertain any audience....

From £1,220
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Electrik Live

5 stars - Electrik Live are Highly Recommended27 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Hertfordshire
A first class function band keeping events grooving across the UK! Priding themselves on energetic, exciting performances, Electrik Live fill dancefloors with their mix of 50/60's classic hits to the latest chart toppers....

From £2,170
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Mirrored
🌟 Customer Favourite

5 stars - Mirrored are Highly Recommended48 Reviews
Number of members: 6 London
Multi-award winning wedding & party 6-9 piece band playing floor-filling Motown, soul funk pop and rock classics from across the decades!...

From £2,034
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Pop Reaction

5 stars - Pop Reaction are Highly Recommended23 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Kent
Pop Reaction are a 5 piece band with female lead vocals & a great party sound! A great setlist - from The Beatles to Gloria Gaynor to Franz Ferdinand & Bond themes for special events!...

From £1,905
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White Gold

5 stars - White Gold are Highly Recommended6 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Norfolk
White Gold will bring your event to life and guarantee an exhilarating atmosphere. The band's good vibes project from the stage to the dance floor, creating a remarkable party. Performing iconic pop songs from present day back to the 60's....

From £3,390
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The Highlife

5 stars - The Highlife are Highly Recommended5 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 vocals, The Highlife are a versatile group that tailor their set list to suit you & your guests!...

From £1,525
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New Frequencies

5 stars - New Frequencies are Highly Recommended26 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
New Frequencies are a male & female led rock & pop band playing hits from The Beatles to The Killers, Lady Gaga. They provide a free disco option, & come with a great quality PA system as standard. A real talent & great for dancing to!...

From £1,899
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HiBeat

5 stars - HiBeat are Highly Recommended25 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 with additional jazz & Latin sets if required....

From £1,492
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The McQueens

5 stars - The McQueens are Highly Recommended9 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 classic & current songs from Dolly Parton, The Beatles, Kings Of Leon, Adele & loads more!...

From £2,359 +VAT
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Bombshell
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5 stars - Bombshell are Highly Recommended23 Reviews
Number of members: 6 London
Bombshell is a 6-8 piece Soul, Motown, Funk and Pop covers band. Fronted by two female vocalists, the band keeps the party on the dancefloor with songs from Stevie Wonder to Amy Winehouse. A classy covers band, perfect for parties and weddings....

From £4,000
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Mama Butterfly

5 stars - Mama Butterfly are Highly Recommended27 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Leicestershire
Highly talented & enthusiastic with years of experience, Mama Butterfly are a 6 piece party band not to be missed! Performing a mix of Pop, Rock, Soul & Disco plus the very latest hits, Mama Butterfly play up-beat, feel good music guaranteed to please!...

From £2,187
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Almost Famous

5 stars - Almost Famous are Highly Recommended2 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Surrey
An exciting 4 piece band guaranteed to bring the party to your event! With songs from Estelle, Justin Timberlake & Kings Of Leon to Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Michael Jackson & more, Almost Famous are used to a busy dance floor!...

From £1,492
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The Jetts

5 stars - The Jetts are Highly Recommended1 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Surrey
A cool & highly experienced 3 piece band whose members have performed at world renowned venues including the Royal Albert Hall & Wembley Stadium! Performing music from the likes of Kings Of Leon, Maroon 5, Prince, Stevie Wonder, Coldplay, Michael Jackson & more, The Jetts have perfected the art of filling dance floors at weddings & parties across the UK!...

From £1,220
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The Kodacs

Number of members: 6 Essex
Having performed for Sainsburys, the BBC & the Hard Rock Café as well as numerous weddings & private parties across the UK, The Kodacs are experts at entertaining! Playing hits from the 60s through to present day, the band's repertoire guarantees you & your guests a night on the dance floor!...

From £1,627
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The Objections

5 stars - The Objections are Highly Recommended1 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Newcastle upon Tyne
Bringing a cool retro sound to your event, The Objections are a fun & professional party band who perform chart classics old & new! From Arctic Monkeys to Elvis & everything in-between, this unique band fill dancefloors across the country with their unique live sets!...

From £1,366
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Bounce

5 stars - Bounce are Highly Recommended31 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Rocking every party they perform at, Bounce are an incredible live band who understand every event’s need for outstanding live music! Covering everything from 50’s to present day Rock & Pop, plus Jewish, Jazz & Swing music, this live act, complete with flexible line-ups, will ensure you receive the exact sound & vibe your occasion needs....

From £2,740 +VAT
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Supersound

5 stars - Supersound are Highly Recommended31 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Supersound are a new & exciting modern rock & pop band that will have you partying late into the night! With a repertoire to rock your event, the band cover anthems originally penned by artists such as Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, Calvin Harris, Sam Smith, Michael Jackson, Aerosmith, Elvis Presley, Bon Jovi & more!...

From £1,486 +VAT
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Festival

5 stars - Festival are Highly Recommended32 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Delivering a sound & style that is reminiscent of folk favourites Mumford & Sons, Festival perform hits by the like of George Ezra, Johnny Cash, Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, Dolly Parton, Bastille & many more. Modern or classic, fast or slow: whatever your preference is, this fun folksy band will deliver!...

From £2,034 +VAT
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From rustic barn weddings to luxury city venues, our wedding bands are available in a wide range of styles to suit every couple. Browse by rock, pop, indie and folk, to soul, jazz and acoustic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions couples ask when booking a wedding band, from prices and song choices to venue requirements, first dances and performance timings.

Wedding band prices vary depending on factors such as the number of musicians, travel distance, popularity of the band and your wedding date. Our booking data shows that most couples spend between £1,500 and £2,500 on their evening wedding band, although prices can range from £500 for smaller acoustic acts and duos through to £8000+ for luxury showbands with 10+ performers.

For a detailed breakdown of typical costs, see our Wedding Band Prices Guide - and for money saving tips our guide to saving money on your wedding band.

Your quotation will normally include the band's live performance (usually 2 hours or 2 x 45 minute sets) , PA system, public liability insurance, and all equipment required for the performance. Most bands also provide background music between sets, and many include stage lighting as standard. Prices are usually based on a standard arrival time of around 6pm and a finish time of midnight.

Based on thousands of recent Alive Network bookings for summer Saturdays, many of our most popular wedding bands are secured 12–18 months in advance

If you have a specific band in mind, we recommend booking as early as possible. Even if your wedding is much sooner, it's always worth checking availability as many excellent bands still have dates available throughout the year.

If your guests enjoy current chart music and indie classics, a Rock & Pop band is usually the safest choice. Soul & Motown bands suit mixed-age or older guest lists particularly well, while acoustic and festival-style bands are ideal for daytime celebrations.

For most weddings, a 4 or 5-piece band provides the ideal balance of sound, song choices, visual impact and value for money. Our recent booking data shows 4-piece bands are still the most popular choice for wedding couples.

Larger 6-9 piece bands often feature additional vocalists, brass sections or percussionists, creating a bigger live sound and stage presence, and allowing for a broader repertoire of songs. Smaller duos and trios are ideal for intimate weddings, daytime entertainment or venues with limited space.

Use the filters above to compare bands by number of members.

Most professional wedding bands perform a carefully chosen mix of modern chart hits, classic party songs and dancefloor favourites spanning several decades.

Popular artists often include names such as Bruno Mars, The Killers, Taylor Swift, Oasis, Stevie Wonder, Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa and The Beatles.

You can view the full song list on each band's profile page, and use our Search by Song option in the filter menu to find bands who play your favourite hits.

If you're looking for a more specialist style, you may also wish to explore our Mumford & Sons Style Bands, Soul & Motown Bands, Ceilidh Bands or Jazz Wedding Bands.

Yes. Most wedding bands are happy to take your preferences into account.

Many couples provide a list of favourite songs, along with any tracks they'd prefer not to hear. While some bands may allow you to build much of the set list yourself, most will use your preferences to create a performance that works best for your guests and keeps the dancefloor busy throughout the evening.

Yes - most of our wedding bands are happy to learn a first dance or special request, although some may charge a small additional fee depending on the complexity of the song and the rehearsal time involved.

If you're still deciding on your first dance, see our guide to the 100 Best First Dance Songs.

Many bands now offer All-Day Music Packages that can include:

Ceremony music
Drinks reception entertainment
Wedding breakfast music
Acoustic daytime performances
Evening live band sets
DJ services

Booking a single supplier for multiple parts of your day is often simpler and can work out more cost-effective than booking separate acts.

A typical evening performance consists of either:

2 x 60-minute sets
3 x 40-minute sets

Most bands can adapt their performance schedule to fit around your wedding plans.

Many bands also provide background music between sets, and some offer extended performances or later finishes if required.

Yes.

Most wedding bands provide background music through their PA system during breaks between live sets, ensuring there's no silence throughout the evening.

Many bands also offer a professional wedding DJ service as an optional extra, allowing requests, announcements and continuous music throughout the night.

As a general guide:

Band Size	Recommended Space
Duo / Trio	3m x 3m
4 Piece Band	4m x 3m
5-6 Piece Band	5m x 3m
7 Piece+ Band	6m x 4m+

Bands will also require nearby power sockets and appreciate access to a private changing area where possible.

Yes, provided suitable shelter is available.

Outdoor performances require protection from rain, wind and direct sunlight, and all electrical equipment must remain completely dry. Any gazebo or covered structure should be significantly larger than the band's performance area and capable of being enclosed if weather conditions change.

For more information, see our guide to booking a wedding band outdoors.

Not necessarily.

Many professional wedding bands regularly perform at venues with sound limiters and can adapt accordingly. As a general guide, limiters set at 95dB or above are rarely problematic, while lower settings can require more specialist equipment.

If your venue has a sound limiter, let us know before booking and we can recommend suitable acts, including our Sound Limiter Friendly Bands, Acoustic Bands and other low-volume entertainment options.

Both can work brilliantly, but they offer different experiences.

A live wedding band provides energy, audience interaction and the excitement of a live performance. A wedding DJ offers maximum flexibility in music choice and can be a practical option for smaller budgets or venues with limited space.

Many couples book both, and you can compare our Wedding DJs here.

Yes. We supply wedding bands across the UK. Browse by region or search using your location to find acts nearby.

Of course.

If you're unsure where to start, simply get in touch and we'll recommend suitable bands based on your budget, venue, guest numbers and preferred music styles.

Booking through Alive Network gives you the reassurance of working with one of the UK's most established entertainment agencies.

You'll benefit from:

Secure booking contracts
Dedicated personal support
24/7 emergency assistance
Carefully vetted professional artists
Transparent pricing

Our role is to make booking live wedding entertainment as straightforward and stress-free as possible, while helping you find the perfect band for your celebration.

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