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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Happy Hour
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5 stars - Happy Hour are Highly Recommended 534 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Our #1 best selling party band, you'll be blown away by the Happy Hour experience! With over 500 five star reviews, Happy Hour are available as a 4-piece line-up or a power trio. Experience high-energy, non-stop dance floor filling hits, with incredible vocal harmonies and face melting guitar solos. Previous clients include some of the world's biggest names including Pinewood Studios, Microsoft, Budweiser, ITV & many more....

From £2,238
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Seven
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5 stars - Seven are Highly Recommended 89 Reviews
Number of members: 7 London
Seven are a world class party band available to hire throughout the UK and internationally. The official band of the FIFA World Cup 2022 performing to 50,000 people a night, this experienced band is formed from a stellar line up of platinum selling musicians who’ve produced, written and toured with Shania Twain, Bastille, Rag N Bone Man, P!nk, James Arthur, James Blunt, Mika, Tom Grennan, Birdy, KSI and many more....

From £3,974
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Party Starters
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5 stars - Party Starters are Highly Recommended 165 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Party Starters are a cool & contemporary pop & rock band that know what a great party is all about! Energetic & exciting, Party Starters live sets are guaranteed to fill your dance floor & include music from Bruno Mars, Rudimental, The Beatles, Arctic Monkeys, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder & much more!...

From £1,540
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The Compilation
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5 stars - The Compilation are Highly Recommended 108 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
The Compilation deliver a modern, dancefloor-first live music experience packed with pop, disco and 90s/00s favourites. Their DJ-style sets blend songs seamlessly, building energy and keeping the dance floor moving all night. Professional, engaging and easy to work with, they’re a trusted choice for weddings, parties and corporate events that want a full, vibrant atmosphere from start to finish....

From £1,466
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Midnight Train
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5 stars - Midnight Train are Highly Recommended 69 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Yorkshire
Midnight Train are a 4 piece party band hailing from Leeds. They have played together for almost a decade, combining their different styles & passions to create exciting, memorable sets to fill any dance floor. Expect hits from Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Beyonce & much more! Previous clients include Cancer Research UK, The RAF, York Races & more!...

From £1,905
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Happy Days
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5 stars - Happy Days are Highly Recommended 33 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Known for their big stage presence and four-part harmonies, Happy Days are a high energy rock and pop band that’ll have your guests celebrating on the dance floor all night. Performing all the best hits designed to kickstart your party, Happy Days’ repertoire spans the swinging 60’s to modern hits of today. Expect to hear music from Harry Styles, The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Stevie Wonder, Blink 182, Oasis, The Weeknd and lots more!...

From £2,136
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Out Of Control
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5 stars - Out Of Control are Highly Recommended 121 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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Tuxedo
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5 stars - Tuxedo are Highly Recommended 45 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 repertoire & a unique experience that guarantees a foot stomping, hand clapping, unforgettable occasion!...

From £1,681
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The Roots Acoustic Trio
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5 stars - The Roots Acoustic Trio are Highly Recommended 65 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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Starstruck

5 stars - Starstruck are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Starstruck are a four-piece party band captivating audiences since 2020 with their versatile performances and infectious energy. Specialising in Rock, Pop, and Soul hits from artists like Taylor Swift, Stevie Wonder, Dua Lipa, Whitney, The Killers and more, they adapt seamlessly to any event, making them a top choice for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and festivals....

From £1,316
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Boom Town
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5 stars - Boom Town are Highly Recommended 80 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Hampshire
Boom Town are a dynamic 5 piece party band with both male & female vocals! Mixing a vast blend of timeless & contemporary pop & rock covers, this cool & charismatic band cover music from The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Bruno Mars, Jessie J & much more!...

From £1,424
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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 £4,749 +VAT
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The Connection
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5 stars - The Connection are Highly Recommended 38 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Leicestershire
Professional, fun and friendly. With a huge ranges of styles and material to draw on including pop, rock, jazz, dance and many other genres - old and new. From tasteful, sedate gatherings to full on P.A.R.T.Y!...

From £1,898
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The Fanatics
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5 stars - The Fanatics are Highly Recommended 107 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Staffordshire
WINNERS at the UK Wedding Industry Awards! They've slayed at UK festivals, scooped awards - and even won praise from music legends, Radiohead! The Fanatics are a party powerhouse, known UK-wide for their roof-raising live performances. Expect up-to-date chart material, rock & indie anthems, plus retro classics... with killer male & female vocals....

From £1,723
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Soul Groove
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5 stars - Soul Groove are Highly Recommended 22 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Soul Groove bring Funk, Soul & Disco back to 21st Century - with all of the glam & none of the cheese... Expect to hear your favourite Funk, Soul, Motown & Disco classics by Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Chic, Earth Wind & Fire, Chaka Khan, Prince & more!...

From £3,942
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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 & guaranteed to get any party started!...

From £3,977
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Jaguar

5 stars - Jaguar are Highly Recommended 11 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 Hi-Fi Club
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5 stars - The Hi-Fi Club are Highly Recommended 73 Reviews
Number of members: 3 West Yorkshire
The Hi-Fi Club are a high energy Pop, Rock Indie trio ready to rock your party! bringing a powerhouse set packed with the biggest floor filling hits from the 50's to the present by bands such as The Beatles, Chuck Berry, Elvis, The Jam, Van Morisson, Killers, Bryan Adams, Queen, ABBA, AC/DC, Oasis, Pulp, James, Artic Monkeys and many more. From singalong classics to high energy crowd favourites, this is more than just a wedding band, its a full throttle musical journey. Expect electrifying guitar riffs, driving beats and a setlist with loaded hits you know and love. Whether your into indie bangers, iconic rock legends, or feel-good pop tunes, Northern Vinyl deliver it all with unmatched energy and style. We all sing and interact with the audience making us part of your celebrations from the minute we arrive to the end of the night. Your also welcome to choose songs from our repertoire and we will learn up to 2 x new songs , we will always aim to play your 1st dance live so your night will always be remembered and never forgotten....

From £922
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Raise The Roof

5 stars - Raise The Roof are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Shropshire
Raise The Roof are a high-energy party band whose exciting, interactive performance will get you singing & dancing all night! Playing the very best rock, pop, indie & funk party classics, this band will have you & your guests crying out for more! Previous clients include Marks & Spencer, Shrewsbury Town FC, TIA Wheels & many others....

From £1,342
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Fix Up Look Sharp
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5 stars - Fix Up Look Sharp are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 10 London
The pinnacle of luxury live entertainment. This awe-inspiring 8-21 piece band are wowing audiences around the world with their unique and spectacular live show. Made up of world-renowned professional musicians with extensive experience of performing at the most illustrious events, including Glastonbury, the 2012 London Olympics and the Brit awards!...

From £12,946 +VAT
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The R Collective

5 stars - The R Collective are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 12 Surrey
The R Collective have the know-how, talent & passion for making events amazing. With an impressive repertoire jam packed full of contemporary Pop, classic Soul, Funk, Disco, RnB, Dance & more, we guarantee you & your guests will be glued to the dance floor!...

From £5,338 +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 £4,068 +VAT
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Flair

5 stars - Flair are Highly Recommended 17 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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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 from Bruno Mars, Arctic Monkeys, Faithless and many more; crowd surfing is inevitable!...

From £2,400
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BABYLONDON

5 stars - BABYLONDON are Highly Recommended 15 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 £6,412 +VAT
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Finesse

5 stars - Finesse are Highly Recommended 12 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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Beat Collective

5 stars - Beat Collective are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Somerset
Beat Collective is a top live funk, soul & pop band playing the ultimate in upbeat party tunes. This female fronted 6 - 21 piece act provide the funkiest and most energetic show on the current live circuit performing hits from Beyoncé to Aretha Franklin....

From £3,993
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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 £6,726 +VAT
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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, funk and soul hits from the 60's right through to the current top 40, The Supreme Syndicate captivates audiences with their exceptional talent & exhilarating shows!...

From £3,404
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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 artists live at stadiums & Arenas around the world. This band deliver The Party!...

From £1,627
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All Folked Up

Number of members: 5 Cornwall
Introducing Cornwall's freshest addition to the wedding and events scene: All Folked Up! With 75 years of gigging experience between them, this exciting band promise to deliver an unforgettable live performance. Infusing modern and classic rock and pop hits with a folky twist, they'll have everyone singing and dancing along from the very first note. From party sets to acoustic sets, DJ services and first dances, All Folked Up will tailor to your needs for a truly spectacular celebration!...

From £2,034
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Spotlight

5 stars - Spotlight are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Bristol
Filling your dance floor with hits from the 1970’s through to the latest charts, Spotlight are a party band who love what they do! Showcasing fantastic vocals, soaring harmonies and rock solid tight grooves, Spotlight all trained at prestigious music college BIMM and will do everything they can to ensure you and your guests have the best time!...

From £1,898
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The Wilderness Folk

5 stars - The Wilderness Folk are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Devon
For festival feels and rustic vibes, The Wilderness Folk are a fun folk/pop band bringing you feel-good party songs from the biggest and best icons in music. Covering the likes of Bowie, Florence and the Machine, Kings Of Leon, Jackson 5, Dolly Parton and more, this exceptional band guarantee to fuel a good time! Looking for something a little more trad? The band also perform traditional Celtic tunes, Christmas songs and sea shanties if requested!...

From £1,386
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Levitate

5 stars - Levitate are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Wrexham
Comprised of stunning female and male vocals, soulful guitar, thumping bass, grooving drums, Levitate are a talented 4-piece who are polished, professional and sure know how to put on a show.With a floor-filling repertoire covering a wide range of genres and decades, you can expect to hear the very best music from the last 60+ years. Moving seamlessly from dance-floor hits, to indie anthems, pop and soul classics, to pop-punk and rock, these guys will get the whole crowd up on their feet, keeping your guests throwing shapes all night long! If requested, Levitate’s setlist can also contain unique stripped-back arrangements, adding a more chilled vibe to their live sets....

From £2,033
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Pop Logic

5 stars - Pop Logic are Highly Recommended 11 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Merseyside
With a set that fuses high energy, contemporary Pop tracks alongside essential party classics, Pop logic are a must if you're looking to keep the dance floor full all night long....

From £1,356
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Viva Lucia

5 stars - Viva Lucia are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Yorkshire
Delivering show-stopping vocals and the best floor fillers around, Viva Lucia are a first class, modern band who know how to throw a party! Covering music old and new, from The Weeknd, Oasis, Whitney, The Killers, Dua Lipa, AC/DC and tons more, you won't find a more eclectic band who never fail to wow!...

From £1,356
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Studio 3

5 stars - Studio 3 are Highly Recommended 19 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Lincolnshire
Performing the very best Pop, Rock, Soul and Indie, Studio 3 are a female-fronted party trio passionate about making special events amazing! Ready to rock and roll with a repertoire packed full of hits, the band cover modern chart hits through to the classic 50's and everything in-between! With songs from Wilson Pickett, Arctic Monkeys, Dua Lipa, Bowie, Bruno Mars and much more, this crowd-pleasing trio will soon have your dance floor jumping!...

From £1,017
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Boogie Nights
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5 stars - Boogie Nights are Highly Recommended 15 Reviews
Number of members: 6 London
Party band Boogie Nights are known for their engaging live shows, the professionalism of their service and, most importantly, keeping the dance floor full all night long. From Amy Winehouse to Bruno Mars, ABBA to WHAM and lots more, they’ve got it covered! Whether it’s a wedding, party, corporate event, awards ceremony or gala dinner, Boogie Nights are the band for you!...

From £2,441
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The Sunken Beats

5 stars - The Sunken Beats are Highly Recommended 19 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Hertfordshire
The Sunken Beats are a 6 piece party band (complete with a dedicated sound engineer) who have graced hundreds of events across the UK. Offering a diverse range of musical styles, including 90s RnB, intense rock, indie anthems, and irresistible disco hits, this professionally trained band will have you and your guests dancing into the night!...

From £2,728
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The Fireworks
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5 stars - The Fireworks are Highly Recommended 28 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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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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