Ely Wedding Bands

Discover Local Wedding Bands For Hire In Ely.

With 26 years experience working with local wedding venues like Chippenham Park and The Old Hall, hiring a wedding band in Ely couldn't be easier with Cambridgeshire's most trusted wedding entertainment provider. From acoustic and jazz for your afternoon reception, to high energy party anthems for your evening party, you can choose from over 52 trusted local bands, with instant online availability and prices.

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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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 £1,331
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All Star Ska

5 stars - All Star Ska are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 7 Monmouth
All Star Ska are one of the hottest live Ska bands in the country! Performing feel good music from Madness, The Specials, Toots & The Maytels & more, this 7 piece band are a first class act!...

From £2,146
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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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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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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!...

From £1,630
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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 £2,530
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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!...

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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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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!...

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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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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 £2,064
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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!...

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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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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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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 £3,226
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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 £3,390
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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 £2,243
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The Premiums

5 stars - The Premiums are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Cardiff
Specialising in contemporary Pop, Indie hits and timeless classics, The Premiums will ensure your party gets off to an electrifying start! With impressive vocals and huge musical talent, The Premiums offer a comprehensive entertainment package to wow your guests; from their electric party sets to acoustic moments and a floor-filling DJ service!...

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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!...

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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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Neon Sound

5 stars - Neon Sound are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Bristol
An energetic 3 piece party band playing old school hits & modern pop covers! From Stevie Wonder to Abba, the Backstreet Boys and tons more, your party soundtrack has never sounded so good. All members of Neon Sound hold music degrees plus a wealth of experience touring the UK for over 10 years!...

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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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The Zhoozh

5 stars - The Zhoozh are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Bristol
Meet The Zhoozh, a premium party band with an elite reputation! With energy, style, passion and a wealth of experience behind them, The Zhoozh deliver high-octane performances centred around their expertly curated repertoire packed full of floor-filling hits from the last 50 years! Trusted by some of the biggest brands in business, The Zhoozh have entertained for Wagamama’s, Imperial Tobacco, Jaguar/Land Rover and Pinterest to name a few!...

From £2,545
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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!...

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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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Summer

Number of members: 4 Vale of Glamorgan
Delivering a rock star show with super star talents, Summer are the real deal. Transforming any occasion into a real gig experience, Summer perform the very best music with old soul and an indie edge! Creating the coolest party ever, expect to hear music from The Killers, Pharrell, Stereophonics, James Brown and tons more!...

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The Secret Set
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5 stars - The Secret Set are Highly Recommended 122 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Bristol
The Secret Set are a high-energy funk, soul, and RnB band based in Bristol, known for their electrifying live performances and irresistible dancefloor grooves. With a powerhouse vocalist, world-class musicianship, and a setlist packed full of iconic hits and modern classics, The Secret Set bring unforgettable energy to every event they play....

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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!...

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The Reeves

5 stars - The Reeves are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Bristol
The Reeves are a piano-led professional band playing everything you need to hear at your party! From Indie must-haves like Oasis and The Kooks, to iconic classics from Elton John and The Beatles plus modern chart hits from Avicii, Calvin Harris and more! The Reeves exciting live sets will create a really special party atmosphere....

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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!...

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Paper Moon Jazz Band

5 stars - Paper Moon Jazz Band are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Bristol
Playing a range of Jazz music, but specialising in 1920s and 1930s Jazz, Paper Moon Jazz Band provide a distinctive and popular vintage sound. Designed to add style and sophistication to any occasion, the Paper Moon Jazz Band can customise their set and give clients exactly the atmosphere they need!...

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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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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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The Happenings
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5 stars - The Happenings are Highly Recommended 45 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Monmouth
The Happenings are a professional band who perform great music with energy and conviction. Delivering top drawer performances with material from bands such as The Strokes, Kings of Leon, The Beatles and Rolling Stones they know how to make a party rock!...

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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 Irish Ceilidh Band
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5 stars - The Irish Ceilidh Band are Highly Recommended 13 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Carmarthenshire
Introducing you to real Irish Ceilidh; guaranteed to get your feet stomping! This high energy 4-piece band features an array of traditional instruments from the fiddle, whistles and the Irish Bodhran! Complete with outstanding musicianship, warm wit and Irish charm, The Irish Ceilidh Band have entertained crowds across the UK!...

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Ibiza Nights

Number of members: 3 Vale of Glamorgan
Dance anthems, chart hits, 90s pop and wedding classics! What is not to love!! Ibiza Nights are a truly unique and vibrant DJ live party band to add some Balearic magic to your celebrations. ...

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Golddust

5 stars - Golddust are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Somerset
Golddust deliver a world-class live show packed with hit after hit — from the swinging 60s to today’s chart-toppers. Available from a 4-piece band up to the full 10-piece showband, Golddust offer complete flexibility to suit your budget, venue, and vision. With a razor-sharp band, powerhouse vocals, and undeniable stage chemistry, Golddust are the ultimate choice to make your event truly shine....

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The Little Big Tones
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5 stars - The Little Big Tones are Highly Recommended 30 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Specialising in Rock ‘n’ Roll & Rhythm & Blues, The Little Big Tones are guaranteed to make people dance and smile. The music performed is taken from a classic repertoire, including Buddy Holly, Elvis and Eddie Cochran. *Trio option available*...

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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....

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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....

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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 Kicks
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5 stars - The Kicks are Highly Recommended 311 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Surrey
Indie, Rock and Pop classics from the 50's through to today! These guys have extensive live experience having shared the stage with some of the UK's top artists touring worldwide. Previous clients include BBC2, O2 and ITV. Over 300 positive reviews!...

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The Good Beats

5 stars - The Good Beats are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Gloucestershire
With a passion for performing, coupled with first class professionalism, The Good Beats are a 4 piece party band who deliver the very best music for any celebration. Kings Of Leon, George Michael, James Brown, Maroon 5, Daft Punk, Madness and more… their repertoire covers everything!...

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George And The Bourbons

5 stars - George And The Bourbons are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Gloucestershire
Setting your dancefloor ablaze and igniting big sing-along vibes, George and The Bourbons are an upbeat acoustic trio who will deliver a seamless blend of timeless party classics and contemporary hits perfect for any celebration!...

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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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The Shire Boys

5 stars - The Shire Boys are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Oxfordshire
A world class band full of charisma, charm & effortless talent! Collectively, The Shire Boys have performed over 9000 shows across the globe previously performing for Arsenal FC, Harley Davidson, Vogue, PlayStation & many more huge names....

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The Shire Boys Showband

5 stars - The Shire Boys Showband are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Oxfordshire
Trusted by some of the world’s biggest names (Vogue, NFL, PlayStation & more), this incredible showband ranges from a 6 piece to an extravagant 9 piece outfit & guarantees to deliver the best party ever! Known for their cool style & show-stopping talent, treat your guests to an unbelievable night of unbelievable music!...

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X-Press Yourself

5 stars - X-Press Yourself are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Wiltshire
X-press Yourself bring the house down! Fronted by a powerful female vocalist, the enthusiasm and character of this band is off the chart. With modern bangers from Ed Sheeran to Clean Bandit, this lively 5 piece will keep you and your guests dancing all night long....

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The Edge
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5 stars - The Edge are Highly Recommended 140 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Wiltshire
The Edge are a dynamic, versatile, high energy covers band who ooze experience and stage presence. Industry professionals they have worked with and performed for some of the best in the business including Royalty! Chart Hits and Classic Party Tracks!...

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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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Guide To Hiring A Wedding Band In Ely

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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 Ely 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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Established in 1999, Alive Network has grown to become the UK's largest live entertainment agency and one of the leading online entertainment booking services in the world. We specialise in wedding entertainment, party entertainment and corporate entertainment, trusted by companies like Apple, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, Coca-Cola & Nike, and we have helped over 110,000 customers to hire the perfect live entertainment for their events. We are formally partnered with BIMM, the largest and leading provider of contemporary music education in the UK and Europe, ensuring that we are able to bring you the very best new talent exclusively at Alive Network.

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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

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

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.

Customer Feedback For Wedding Bands in Ely

We really appreciate being considered to provide the entertainment for your dream wedding! Hundreds of couples in Ely 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.

Reels On Wheels Wedding Band Review Wedding Cambridgeshire

5 stars - Reels On Wheels are Highly Recommended

“Amazing!!! The band was superb. The songs were performed to the highest standard, and they were FUN. Our guests had an amazing time, and by the end, everyone was dancing. At one point, the band even called a miniature impromptu ceilidh dance: we don't know who initiated this, but it was a fantastic ...”

Morgan S booked Reels On Wheels for their wedding in Ely

Hit-It Wedding Band Review Wedding Cambridgeshire

5 stars - Hit-It are Highly Recommended

“We loved Hit-It! and cannot thank them enough for making it such a special night! Love Kathryn & Colin x”

Colin H booked Hit-It for their wedding in Ely

5 stars - Hit-It are Highly Recommended

“Hit-It! are excellent; they're talented and got everyone up on the dance floor at our wedding when they were playing. We only wish they'd have played for longer! After the wedding, lots of guests commented on how impressive they were and several mentioned that every song they performed was a great c...”

Helen M booked Hit-It for their wedding at Paddocks House in Ely

The Rips Wedding Band Review Wedding Cambridgeshire

5 stars - The Rips are Highly Recommended

“Absolutely incredible, we were over the moon with The Rips. They played 3 sets of 40 minutes and guests didn't leave the dance floor during this time. So many compliments from attendees, our day was already perfect but this was the icing on the cake. We even received a PhotoBooth entry from the band...”

Steve L booked The Rips for their wedding in Ely

Wedding Venues We Work With In Ely

You can feel reassured that we've worked with most of the popular wedding venues in Ely. 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...

Poets House CB7 4EY
The Old Hall Bed and Breakfast CB7 5TR
Chippenham Lodge Estate CB7 5PX
2-4 High St CB7 5HD
The Maltings CB7 4BB

The Old Fire Engine House CB7 4ER
La Hogue Farm Shop & Café CB7 5PZ
Rosewood Stud CB7 5QH
Wicken Hall CB7 5XT
The Old Hall CB7 5TR

St Mary's C Of E Church CB7 4HF
Chippenham Park CB7 5PT
Ely City Golf Club CB7 4HX
Soham Village College CB7 5AA
The Almonry CB7 4JU

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