Exeter Wedding Bands For Hire at Alive Network

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Introducing Exeter's favourite local wedding bands, performing live music to suit each part of your day. We represent more than 52 trusted acts available, with instant online availability and prices, and 17737 customer reviews. With 26 years experience booking bands at local wedding venues like Rockbeare Manor, The Great Barn and Eggbeer Farm, booking a wedding band in Exeter couldn't be simpler. From non-stop party anthems to relaxed jazz and acoustic sets, we'll help you find your perfect music match. Let's begin...

Jazz Walkabout

5 stars - Jazz Walkabout are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Devon
Jazz Walkabout is a Devon-based quartet of professional jazz musicians, ideal for functions requiring strolling or multi-location music. Specialising in vintage 1920s jazz, the fully acoustic band can play in any setting. Since 2016, they’ve performed at weddings, parties, funerals, and carnivals, as well as appeared on ITV's This Morning and Loose Women....

From £932
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One More Song

5 stars - One More Song are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Devon
An explosive party trio with a full-band sound! One More Song are ready to inject your event with bags of energy, a ton of talent and a killer repertoire that'll guarantee everyone is up on the floor! Performing with an exciting rock twist, One More Song cover the very best hits from Lady Gaga, Journey, The Weeknd, Queen, Michael Jackson, Sia, Bruno Mars, Britney, Bon Jovi, The Darkness, Toto and so much more!...

From £1,363
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The Wilderness Folk

5 stars - The Wilderness Folk are Highly Recommended 3 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 £1,361
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Soul Purpose

Number of members: 6 Devon
Soul Purpose, a six-piece party band, brings unmatched energy and chart-topping hits from Harry Styles to Stevie Wonder, Adele to Dua Lipa, The Beatles to Chaka Khan and more! Specialising in Soul, Funk, and Pop, they'll create the perfect atmosphere for your unforgettable day....

From £2,416
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Retold

5 stars - Retold are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Somerset
We are Retold, a passionate and professional 4-piece function band renowned for delivering top-tier musical entertainment across the UK. Whether it’s a wedding, party, corporate gathering, festival, or any special occasion, trust us to elevate and enrich your event experience to new heights!...

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The Lucky Sons

5 stars - The Lucky Sons are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Somerset
A fun & energetic 4–5 piece folk-pop band with fiddle, The Lucky Sons love to entertain crowds with their uplifting ‘Mumford & Sons’ style! They transform well-known rock, pop, and dance songs—from Avicii to modern chart favourites—into catchy hits!...

From £1,864
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The Bristol Collective

5 stars - The Bristol Collective are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Somerset
The Bristol Collective have one mission; to put on a show you won't forget! Performing from a carefully crafted repertoire, their live sets showcase the hottest Soul, Funk and Motown hits through to the nostalgic sounds of the 90’s and 00s!...

From £1,228
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Ultra Party Project

5 stars - Ultra Party Project are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 7 Devon
The Ultra Party Project is a high-energy 7–9 piece band from Plymouth, delivering soulful Motown, Pop & R&B covers. Known for tight arrangements and electrifying live shows that get every crowd dancing. Perfect for weddings, parties & corporate event...

From £2,463
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Little Miss Magic

5 stars - Little Miss Magic are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Cornwall
Little Miss Magic are all about the fun, bringing the party and getting you up and dancing. With a blistering lead vocalist, Magic they are! These world class musicians take great pride in what they do so whether you're looking for a band for your wedding, party or corporate event Little Miss Magic will not disappoint!...

From £1,598
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The Everlongs

5 stars - The Everlongs are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Vale of Glamorgan
Exhilarating live sets, skilled pro-musicians and floor-filling hits from the last 7 decades, The Everlongs have it all! With over 20+ years experience, this professional party band will get your dance floor bouncing with their infectious energy!...

From £2,796
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Coasts

Number of members: 4 Somerset
Coasts travel far & wide to get the party started. Performing the very best rock & indie, coolest pop & much-needed classics, this 4-piece powerhouse aren’t afraid to get off the stage & onto the dancefloor. With ‘dance offs’, rap battles & unexpected appearances from the guests themselves, you never know what might happen next!...

From £1,381
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Chelsea Swagger
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5 stars - Chelsea Swagger are Highly Recommended 29 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Somerset
A firm favourite for getting the party started, Chelsea Swagger perform energetic hits from across the decades including songs from The Kinks, Kings Of Leon, The Killers, The Beatles and much more!...

From £1,731
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The Tailors

5 stars - The Tailors are Highly Recommended 19 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Somerset
A young 5 piece of highly experienced musicians that play a plethora of hits based on the Soul, Funk, 80's and Pop movements of the last 50 years. Energetic and armed with an arsenal of floor fillers this band will get everyone up and dancing!...

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The Circus

5 stars - The Circus are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Somerset
A true rock and roll band with heart and soul, this band feature 3 of the most experienced musicians in the southwest UK, playing the best classic rock anthems of the 60's through to current chart hits! They are guaranteed to get you up and dancing!...

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Hijack

5 stars - Hijack are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Somerset
This five piece rock band will bring the house down with covers of your favourite rock anthems. From AC/DC, Foo Fighters & Arctic Monkeys, their energetic sets will have your guests singing along and playing air guitar all night long!...

From £2,150
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Switch
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5 stars - Switch are Highly Recommended 125 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Bristol
Switch are one of the freshest, most exciting new acts on the scene! Delivering up-to-date chart material to timeless classics, this band will fill your dance floor effortlessly with cool class, incredible vocals, amazing musicianship and a repertoire that's second to none!...

From £3,052
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Rock Up
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5 stars - Rock Up are Highly Recommended 99 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Bristol
Thriving on the energy of a dance floor & keeping your audience on their feet, Rock Up are a power trio who know how to throw a party! Delivering must-have hits in a cool, ‘real band’ style with music from Bruno Mars & Ed Sheeran to Oasis, The Beatles & more, Rock Up are a band you'll want to see time and time again!...

From £1,370
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Evelyn and The Vipers
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5 stars - Evelyn and The Vipers are Highly Recommended 91 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Bristol
Evelyn and the Vipers are a cool & stylish band with a signature sound. A fun 5 piece perfect for any event looking for something exceptional, the band perform exciting arrangements of modern Pop, dance floor fillers, decade hits, retro Soul and Disco classics. Also available with additional brass and a laptop DJ set, the band are fun, cool and the perfect choice for parties, weddings and corporate events!...

From £3,151
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Last Night
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5 stars - Last Night are Highly Recommended 173 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Bristol
Are you ready for a party that's anything but ordinary? Look no further than Last Night, a band that'll take your dance floor to new heights! With over 6 years of making dreams come true and having performed at more than 300 weddings across the UK, Last Night blend classic hits with unexpected gems, packing your dance floor to the sounds of The Killers, Queen, Backstreet Boys and more all in the same setlist!...

From £1,652
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Up

5 stars - Up are Highly Recommended 27 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Neath Port Talbot
Up are the perfect choice to fill your dance floor with their energetic live sets. From The Beatles to Bruno Mars & everything else in-between, this 3 (or 4!) piece band will get your special event going with a bang!...

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Southern Comforts

5 stars - Southern Comforts are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Somerset
Performing all your favourite hits in their unique festival style, Southern Comforts provide an energetic and eclectic mix of feel-good party songs with a upbeat folk and country sound! Spanning artists like The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, Rag N Bone Man, Ed Sheeran, Elvis, Zac Brown Band, The Killers and many more!...

From £2,263
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The Chimes

5 stars - The Chimes are Highly Recommended 27 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Buckinghamshire
The Chimes are a top class 5 piece function band with male and female vocals. They provide a highly energetic and polished show and have bags of enthusiasm as well as a huge repertoire....

From £2,130
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Best In Class

5 stars - Best In Class are Highly Recommended 21 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Somerset
Filling dance floors across the South West and beyond, Best In Class are a professional party band performing your favourite Soul, Pop and Motown with punchy brass lines plus Indie and Rock complete with raunchy guitar licks! Spanning 1960's to present day, this quality band cover Lizzo, Bowie, Stevie Wonder, The Weeknd, The Cure, Stereophonics, The Beatles and much more!...

From £1,664
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Southern Lights
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5 stars - Southern Lights are Highly Recommended 70 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Bristol
Stop scrolling! Southern Lights are a band not to miss! Bringing iconic anthems, huge singalongs, an industry leading light show and unforgettable party vibes straight to your stage, this dedicated, passionate and in demand power trio will become the talking point of your guests for years!...

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The Vogue

5 stars - The Vogue are Highly Recommended 22 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Vale of Glamorgan
The Vogue are a professional 4 piece band made up of highly skilled musicians. Formed whist studying at music college, their talents and experience have taken them worldwide across over 60 countries performing together at countless events, including corporate events, production theatre shows, and as a live and studio backing band....

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The Carnival Lights

5 stars - The Carnival Lights are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Bridgend
The Carnival Lights have graced over 500 weddings and events, distinguishing themselves not just as a run-of-the-mill gathering of musicians often seen in event bands, but as a tight-knit trio of lifelong friends whose connection transcends mere musicality...

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City Lights

5 stars - City Lights are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Somerset
With a Mumford & Sons style twist, City Lights deliver energetic acoustic mashups featuring all your favourite hits! From the Beatles to Drake, Ed Sheeran to Dua Lipa, Whitney to Wheatus and tons more, this exciting trio inject upbeat acoustic folk into their perfected party repertoire....

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Walk The Aisle

5 stars - Walk The Aisle are Highly Recommended 28 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Somerset
Covering the biggest and best hits from Harry Styles, Stevie Wonder, Oasis, Lizzo, Elvis and tons more, Walk The Aisle are a party-starting trio you'll absolutely love! This professional band know how to create an unforgettable celebration with their exciting live sets and optional extras such as Ibiza Sax and DJ sets, Acoustic Sets, Sparks Machine and more!...

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Chasing Tapes

5 stars - Chasing Tapes are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Cardiff
Chasing Tapes are a band that commands your attention and keeps the energy soaring all night long! Delivering the ultimate indie anthems, they bring you hit after hit from legends like Bowie, T-Rex, Outkast, Queen, The Smiths, Blur, Kings of Leon, Arctic Monkeys, The Cure, Blondie, MGMT, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and more....

From £1,832
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The Sound

5 stars - The Sound are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Wiltshire
Bringing you the best floor filling hits designed to wow, The Sound specialise in the coolest, newest music (with some must-have classics thrown in!). With powerhouse female vocals & some of the UK's most talented musicians who have entertained across the globe, The Sound are a first class act not to be missed!...

From £2,397
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The Huxleys

5 stars - The Huxleys are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Dorset
The Huxleys are a high energy 4 piece band, playing weddings, parties and corporate functions. The band has an extensive set list of songs to call from, having entertained audiences for more than 15 years. ...

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Misschief

5 stars - Misschief are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Wiltshire
Powered by a solid line-up and a party-starting repertoire, Misschief fill dancefloors with the biggest Pop, Rock, Funk and Soul hits around. Fronted by a charismatic female vocalist with an epic voice and backed by skilled guitar, bass, drums and backing vocals, Misschief cover artists such as Lizzo, Stevie Wonder, The Killers, Jackie Wilson, Ed Sheeran and lots more!...

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Indie Royale

5 stars - Indie Royale are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Cardiff
Energetic, fun and friendly, Indie Royale play a mix of rock, pop, party classics and indie bangers to suit all ages. This award-winning 4-piece band guarantee to fill your dancefloor and give your guests an amazing time....

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Velvetones

5 stars - Velvetones are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Vale of Glamorgan
Bringing velvety, soulful sounds and delivering both fresh and classic dancefloor fillers to your event, Velvetones are a 6 piece band with irresistible groove, that will have all of your guests on the dancefloor and dancing like no one is watching....

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Festival Vibes

5 stars - Festival Vibes are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Neath Port Talbot
If you are thinking of having a vintage or festival themed wedding, Festival Vibes are the perfect band for you! Performing both a vintage Mumford & Sons style festival set and an energetic party set for later on, Festival Vibes will create a cool, foot-stomping extravaganza that you and your guests won't forget!...

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Goldtones

5 stars - Goldtones are Highly Recommended 11 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Neath Port Talbot
Where modern meets Motown! Goldtones are a class act striking the balance between cool and classic. Performing favourite Motown hits and today's funk and R&B chart toppers, this band ooze style and will make your event one to remember....

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The Rockits
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5 stars - The Rockits are Highly Recommended 54 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Vale of Glamorgan
The Rockits are the best young contemporary Indie, Rock & Pop band in the UK!! Covering music from Kings Of Leon, Maroon 5, The Beatles, The Killers, The Kinks & more, their sole intention is to get you & your guests rocking the night away!...

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Groove Union

5 stars - Groove Union are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Cardiff
Having entertained for IKEA, Cardiff's Half Marathon & many happy wedding couples across the UK, Groove Union are experts at delivering an unforgettable party experience! Performing classic dance floor anthems & hidden gems from across the era's, expect to hear popular hits from Harry Styles, Stevie Wonder, Lizzo, Elvis, Bruno Mars, The Beatles and lots more!...

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Melody Makers

5 stars - Melody Makers are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Bristol
Melody Makers are a charismatic and highly energetic covers band who are dedicated to filling your dance floor all night long and are specialists in delivering authentic renditions of hits spanning over six decades, offering something for everyone!...

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The Royal Hearts

5 stars - The Royal Hearts are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Torfaen
With something to suit everyone, The Royal Hearts cover music from retro Rock n Roll to iconic Soul & Funk, plus modern Pop, Indie & chart hits! From Beyonce to Oasis, Stevie Wonder to Little Richard, The Weeknd to The Temptations & tons more, you & your guests will be spoilt by tune after tune!...

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Throwing Colours

5 stars - Throwing Colours are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Bristol
Playing old school hits and modern Pop covers, Throwing Colours will keep you on the dance floor all night! From Stevie Wonder and Tina Turner to Abba, the Backstreet Boys and tons more, your party soundtrack has never sounded better than with this cool and energetic trio!...

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Max And The Mustangs

5 stars - Max And The Mustangs are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Vale of Glamorgan
Looking for true experts to rock your party? Max and the Mustangs have over 20 years industry experience! Working with major labels such as Virgin, Sony and Universal, they've performed at countless venues, had music featured on national and international radio and are now ready to wow your guests with the best live music from 60's to present day!...

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Anthems

5 stars - Anthems are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Somerset
Anthem are a high energy party band who have been making parties since 2011. With highly experienced, professional musicians and a carefully crafted set list spanning the 70s to the present day, you’ll be on the dance floor from the strike of the first chord!...

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The Sticks

Number of members: 3 Vale of Glamorgan
The Sticks are the perfect addition to any vintage or festival themed weddings. With their cool Mumford & Sons vibe, performing all the chart topping and epic dance floor hits, The Sticks will bring the best day of your life alive....

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The Wonders

Number of members: 4 Glamorgan
Cool yet classic, The Wonders deliver timeless Motown anthems alongside Soul inspired chart hits. Showcasing insane talent, musicianship & professionalism, let this impressive act help you party the night away!...

From £2,281
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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....

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Mo Better Blues

5 stars - Mo Better Blues are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Monmouth
Combining the classic sounds of the Hammond Organ, Saxophone & Drums; Mo Better Blues create a funky, soulful & retro ambiance that can be tailored to your requirements. With previous clients including BBC, ExCel London & The Manor House, they can provide a professional service for a variety of events!...

From £1,105
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The Good
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5 stars - The Good are Highly Recommended 51 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Bristol
The Good are a cool & energetic 4 piece band ready to start your party! With sassy female vocals & amazing musicianship, The Good perform contemporary to classic pop, rock, soul & funk aimed to wow your guests whoever is in the crowd! Their wealth of experience & in-demand reputation has seen them perform across the UK for clients including BBC, Virgin, Rugby World Club, Boots & more!...

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Audio Candy

5 stars - Audio Candy are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Vale of Glamorgan
A fresh four piece band who will provide an awesome live show and make your party one to remember. With an extensive list of performance credits and a repertoire packed with current hits and cool classics, Audio Candy will be a stylish addition to any event!...

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Indie Stars

5 stars - Indie Stars are Highly Recommended 19 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Vale of Glamorgan
Expect nothing but full-on dance floor frenzy with Indie Stars. With a big sound and rock star looks this band will be the highlight of your event....

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Spotlight

5 stars - Spotlight are Highly Recommended 3 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!...

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Catalyst

5 stars - Catalyst are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Bristol
Catalyst, a popular wedding and function band in the South West, delivers perfect live entertainment for all occasions. With a diverse repertoire spanning decades, they guarantee a packed dance floor with hits from Stevie Wonder, Stereophonics, Jackie Wilson, Bon Jovi, Bruno Mars and more! Experienced and reliable, Catalyst's musicians have a proven track record having entertained for major businesses like Sainsburys, Ernst & Young and Ember Inns....

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Hiring A Wedding Band In Exeter

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Every couple wants the perfect soundtrack to their wedding day. Browse our FAQs below for quick answers, or read our in-depth guide on how to book the right wedding band for a more detailed look.

A wedding band is a group of musicians who specialise in playing live music for weddings. There’s a huge range of wedding bands you can choose from, depending on the style of wedding you’re planning and the vibe you’d like to create, including:

Each type of band will help you to create a personalised ambiance for your special day, be it the warm, intimate feel of an acoustic and roaming band, the light, romantic atmosphere of an upbeat jazz band, or the fun, rocking feel of a wedding party band.

Many bands offer pared-down or acoustic ensembles to entertain your guests in the daytime, and can provide music tailored specially for your romantic bridal procession, as well as headlining the party as your main evening entertainment.

Offering a self-contained entertainment package, wedding bands will provide everything they need for their performance, including sound and lighting equipment, so there’s no need to hire any additional kit.

Their sets are specifically tailored to weddings, and they will often travel large distances to perform.

The cost of wedding bands varies, depending on the line-up, and the options each band offers. In the last 12 months, the average price of a wedding band in Exeter was £1,800 including travel costs.

The table below shows the range of fees for different types of wedding bands:

Type of Artist	Cost Range
Rock and Pop wedding party bands	£750 - £3000 (3-piece) £800 - £4000 (4-piece) £1100 - £5000 (5-piece) £1400 - £27000 (6-piece or bigger)
Upbeat and Dixieland Jazz bands	£660 - £1,800
Acoustic and Roaming bands	£380 - £2000 (Duos) £750 - £2000 (3-piece) £850 - £3600 (4-piece or bigger)
Soul Wedding Bands	£1100 - £3600 (5-piece) £1600 - £5000 (6-piece) £2100 - £7500 (7-piece and bigger)
Rat Pack and Swing bands	£1000 - £2500 (4-piece) £1100 - £3000 (5-6-piece) £1000 - £5000 (7-piece and bigger)

Booking a band who are local to your venue is a great way to reduce cost, as any travel fees will be minimal. The home town of all Alive Network wedding bands are included on their profile pages, and your Entertainment Coordinator can recommend the best bands near to your venue. However, you don’t need to limit your search to just local bands – your perfect band maybe willing to travel at nominal cost!

Wedding bands play a real assortment of rock and pop music from the 1950s to current chart acts, performing hits sure to make you move your feet. A standard set list may include song from artists such as:

Alicia Keys
Amy Winehouse
Andy Williams
Aretha Franklin
Billie Holliday
Blur
Bruno Mars
Coldplay
Daft Punk
Dean Martin
Duke Ellington
Ed Sheeran
Ella Fitzgerald
Ellie Goulding
Elvis
Frank Sinatra
Jackie Wilson
James Brown
Jess Glynne
Kings of Leon
KT Tunstall
Louis Armstrong
Marvin Gaye
Michael Bublé
Michael Jackson
Nat King Cole
Nina Simone
Oasis
Otis Redding
Robbie Williams
Sammy Davis Junior
Snow Patrol
Stevie Wonder
Taylor Swift
The Beatles
The Jam
The Killers
The Rolling Stones
Van Morrison
Wild Cherry

The repertoire for each of our wedding bands are featured on their profile pages. Most will tailor their set list to your specific wedding requirements, and this can be discussed with your Alive Network Entertainment Coordinator.

1. Rock and pop wedding party bands

Often the main evening entertainment at weddings, rock and pop wedding party bands will perform a lively and dynamic set, perfect to fill the dancefloor at your evening reception. Most bands will offer a range of classic and modern rock and pop music, from the 1950s to current chart hits – tracks that the majority of your wedding guests will know and want to party to! They will cover music from the likes of The Beatles, The Jam, Stevie Wonder, Bruno Mars and Taylor Swift.

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2. Upbeat jazz bands

Upbeat jazz bands perform classic toe-tapping jazz music for a happy, sophisticated and romantic mood at your wedding celebrations. Sometimes featuring a singer and sometimes instrumental, these bands can range in styles from Gypsy Jazz, Latin Jazz, and modern pop songs with a vintage Jazz twist. For a more standard approach, you can expect traditional jazz tunes like I Get A Kick Out Of You, Cheek to Cheek, My Baby Just Cares for Me, I Can’t Give You Anything But Love, from artists such as Billie Holliday, Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald.

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3. Dixieland jazz bands

Incorporating traditional jazz, Charleston music and the sounds of New Orleans, Dixieland jazz bands traditionally play over a 2-beat rhythm, blending trumpets, trombones, and clarinets with a rhythm section. Usually, one instrument will play a melody and the other instruments improvise around that, giving a really loose and fun performance style. You can expect a Dixieland jazz band to cover Dixieland artists like Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Kid Ory and Duke Ellington.

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4. Acoustic & roaming bands

Whatever atmosphere you’d like to create, acoustic and roaming bands can offer a variety of engaging unplugged musical vibes, ranging from chilled-out to lively and high-tempo, and everywhere in between! Acoustic and roaming bands can be an exciting, quirky, and interactive option for your wedding. Always warm and intimate, they’re perfect for a relaxed wedding ceremony, a laidback, playful drinks reception, and a fun evening wedding reception. Unbound by cables, some bands wander among your guests as they perform. Some offer the option of ‘jukebox’-style song requests off the cuff, and exciting musical mash-ups, getting everyone involved! From traditional guitar-based acoustic bands to a capella barbershop quartets, mariachi, and bluegrass bands, our artists cover a broad range of styles and genres. Most will also include versions of popular chart music, to amuse and entertain, from Bon Jovi and The Beatles to Lady Gaga and Justin Timberlake.

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5. Soul bands

With origins in RnB (rhythm and blues), jazz, and gospel music, the music that soul bands perform combine tantalising tempos and strong, heart-felt vocals. A soul band will perform songs from artists such as James Brown, Little Richard, Jackie Wilson, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, and Otis Redding. Most will also perform a soulful twist on modern classics, and tunes by artists like Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars, Beyoncé and Rihanna.

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6. Rat Pack and swing bands

If you’re looking for a cool, modern vintage wedding theme, Rat Pack and swing bands are ideal. Equally smooth and glitzy, these bands will cover Rat Pack classics by Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior and Dean Martin, and – with one foot in the jazz camp – they will also perform a range of timeless hits spanning the last 70 years, including music by Louis Armstrong, Nina Simone, and Glenn Miller. Most will perform modern hits in a swing style, such as Michael Bublé and Robbie Williams, which you and your guests will love! You can choose to have the full, big band experience to raise the roof, or opt for a toned-down version, according to the vibe you’d like to create at your wedding.

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Typically the headline evening entertainment, wedding bands can provide the perfect atmosphere for various stages of your wedding day, offering a complete wedding entertainment solution. Most can offer smaller ensembles or soloists to play romantic acoustic music for the procession, ceremony, the signing of the register, and the recession. They can also perform live background music for the wedding drinks reception and wedding breakfast, where you and your guests can happily chat and enjoy each other’s company.

The evening entertainment can be turned up a few notches, with additional members and instruments added to perform a dynamic and energetic party set. A wedding band can play music for the all-important first dance too, with many offering the option to learn a special song of your choice, given enough notice. They can also provide a DJ option so that you and your guests can party all night.

The benefit of booking one band for the whole day’s celebration is that costs and logistics are minimal, particularly compared with the option of hiring several separate performers for your wedding day.

Space considerations at your event

A typical 4-piece band will need a space of roughly 4m width × 3m depth to perform comfortably. For approximate requirements, see ‘How much space will a wedding band need?’ below.

Volume - How loud is a wedding band?

To some extent, the volume of your band will be dictated by the line-up, instruments and room acoustics at your venue. Live bands can give exhilarating evening performances, and their volume often reflects this – usually in the region of 95 dB – 110 dB. The sound will obviously be quieter if you opt for a smaller, pared down or acoustic version for your daytime entertainment.

If your wedding venue has volume restrictions or has a sound limiter fitted, many wedding bands offer an electronic drum kit option which can lessen the overall volume of the band. You can find our sound limiter friendly bands here.

If offering the option to perform background music or music for a wedding ceremony, the musicians will play in a tone and volume to match with your event needs.

Our wedding bands usually offer two 60-minute performances, though many can perform for longer if needed. You could spread out a two-hour performance by splitting it into three 40-minute sets. Most bands are flexible to fit in with your evening, and will usually take a break of around 15 minutes between sets, during which time they will provide background music from an MP3 player or laptop.

If providing the evening entertainment, a wedding band would typically arrive at 6pm, get set up and perform that all-important sound check by 7.30pm to 8pm, get changed and ready to start the first performance by around 9pm. The second performance would then start around 10.30pm, until a normal curfew of midnight. Many wedding bands offer longer performances or DJ sets at an additional cost, including finishing times of 1am and 2am. You can find the booking options on each wedding band’s profile page. These times serve as an example – the band will always liaise with you and will tailor what they are doing on the night to your particular needs.

The list below shows approximately how much space wedding bands of different sizes require:

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 band and bigger - 5/6 x 4 metres

Depending how close to the performance space a wedding band can park, unloading, setting up and performing their sound-check will take around 60 – 90 minutes.

Some busy city hotels require bands to load in via a supplier’s entrance, using a shared staff elevator, which can increase set up times.

Following their performance, it takes a wedding band around 45 – 60 minutes to pack down and load out.

Most wedding bands need:

parking provision with easy access to the venue
a secure, lockable changing room
sturdy, armless chairs for acoustic musicians
a dedicated, suitably-sized, safe, dry, flat performance area or stage
if performing outside – by prior agreement – they will need cover from the ever-changing elements to protect from either direct sunlight or any chance of rain!
good lighting, especially if playing in a marquee, for example
a minimum of four 13 amp power sockets, depending on the line-up
refreshments – soft drinks and a hot meal, for example, depending on how long you’ve booked them for

Wedding bands provide their own PA sound system, microphones, backline amplifiers, and stage lighting.

If you are planning a large wedding with over 200 guests, you may need to hire a separate PA system to fill the large venue. Your dedicated Entertainment Coordinator will be happy to discuss the requirements for specific wedding bands.

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

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What you will need in order to apply?

High quality audio recordings and promotional photos
Good quality, reliable equipment & your own transport
A setlist of music suited to weddings
Smart formal stage clothes, suited to weddings
A PA system & stage lighting suited to audiences of up to 200 people
Reliable, professional band mates

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

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

5-Star Reviews From Exeter Weddings

We really appreciate being considered to provide the entertainment for your dream wedding! Hundreds of couples in Exeter have trusted us with finding the ideal band for their big day, and you can read their recent reviews below, or click to see hundreds more in our review centre.

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5 stars - Switch are Highly Recommended

“When we first heard Switch play on the website we were blown away by Naomi’s voice. We can say that they were even better in person. They kept the whole wedding party dancing from 8pm - 1am and fed off our energy on the dance floor. They were everything we hoped for and more. They made our day per...”

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“Summer Sun were simply awesome! Great group of chaps with lots of experience. Had our wedding guests up and dancing from the first note until the last and we couldn't believe how incredible the whole night was. Sounds a bit emphatic, but these guys really are worth booking, The help from the band be...”

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Wedding Venues We Love In Exeter

You can feel reassured that we've worked with most of the popular wedding venues in Exeter. We take care of all the details to ensure your day is a success, liaising with your venue and covering all the bases. Here is a small selection of the local venues where our bands have performed...

Mamhead Estate EX6 8HD
Lord Haldon Country House Hotel EX6 7YF
Blue Fish Brasserie & Veuve Bar EX4 3SR
The Turf EX6 8EE
Westpoint Exeter EX5 1DJ
Vita Student Exeter EX4 6AB
The Great Barn Devon EX6 7QP
Killerton House EX5 3LE

Froginwell Vineyard EX5 1EP
Exeter Golf and Country Club with Wear Park Spa and Restaurant EX2 7AE
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Exeter EX2 4HY
Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel EX4 3SP
The Beer Engine EX5 5AX
St Olaves Court Hotel EX4 3AZ
Reed Hall, University of Exeter EX4 4QR
Rockbeare Manor EX5 2FE

Eggbeer Farm EX6 6JQ
Beechdown Farm EX6 6EY
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel EX1 1QF
Sandy Park EX2 7NN
Powderham Castle EX6 8JL
Thistle Hotel EX4 3SP
Royal Clarence Hotel EX1 1HD

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