Ideas, Advice & Inspiration
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Our entertainment guides are here to spark inspiration for your next event. Explore the latest trends from our experts, get insider tips on choosing the perfect live acts, discover crowd-pleasing favourites for weddings, parties and corporate events, and uncover unique performance ideas you might not have considered.
Dave and Alison Bevan's Perfect Wedding
Our wedding took place in the south west region of France, on the grounds of a former cognac estate. We chose Manoir De Longe...
Booking A Street Entertainer, Everything You Need To Know
The ultimate 'go-anywhere' entertainment, street entertainers take the fun, laughter and amazement out to your guests whereve...
COVID-19 - Artists
As artists and suppliers all over the world are affected by COVID-19, we want to thank you for your calm and compassion when...
Ep 9 - Budget-Friendly Live Music.
By Marc Hassall
These top musicians are the most cost-effective way to 'wow' at your event…
5 Reasons Violin Players Will Bow You Away At Your Next Even...
By Rich Hearn
Want to add a touch of sophisticated excitement or increase the romantic ambience at your next event? Read on for 5 reasons w...
The New Country Band perform at Coleen Nolan’s Wild West Par...
By Cathryn Briggs
Alive Network’s country music outfit, The New Country Band, have been asked to perform at Coleen Nolan’s Wild Wes...
Ep 8 - Teambuilding.
By Marc Hassall
These top teambuilding experiences are the most fun way to deliver results…
Who Would You Take On An All-Star-Artist Stag Do?
Guest blogger Richard Paul from thestagcompany.com has been dreaming about who he'd want to join him on his 'ultimate' stag d...
Alive HQ Recording Studio Re-vamp!
Over recent weeks, we’ve been busy re-vamping our in-house recording studio here at Alive HQ. Complete with amazing new...
Ep 7 - The Tribute Artists.
By Marc Hassall
These top tribute artists are crowd-pleasers, offering big shows and guaranteed hits…
Ep 6 - The Greatest Circus Acts.
By Marc Hassall
Roll up for five of our favourite show-stopping circus acts for your big-tent events...
It's Beatles Week At Alive Network
It will come as no surprise that The Beatles are one of our most booked tribute bands here at Alive Network. So, we felt it a...
UK Gospel Choir release Christmas album!
Alive Network's UK Gospel Choir celebrate the festive season by releasing a Christmas album featuring classics such as Silent...
Ep 5 - The Hottest Acts for 2019.
By Marc Hassall
Forget the cold weather – here's what's hot for your 2019 events...
The Hairy Bikers join our Ice Sculpture team!
BBC 2's The Hairy Bikers were keeping cool last week as they received a crash course in ice carving with our amazing Ice Scul...
Britain's Got Talent Is Back
ITV1's entertainment show Britain's Got Talent is back, giving people the opportunity to showcase their talents in front of a...
Ep 4 - The Best of 2018.
By Marc Hassall
It's our end of year round up, featuring your faves of the year...
New Sky Atlantic TV show seeking applicants from the Midland...
Six strangers, one dinner party, and a chance to win up to £6,000!!! Would you like to dine at The Devil's Dinner table? ITV...
The Jive Aces Release A New Music Video
Alive Network's top Swing and Jive band, The Jive Aces, have released a new music video of the Morecambe and Wise classic “Br...
Your Perfect Party Must-Haves
By Clare Hargreaves
We checked in with guests, planners and event experts on THE essentials for pulling off your perfect party. Get ideas for you...
Auld Lang Syne Lyrics & Translation
Ever wondered what ALL the words were and what they meant? Here's the full lyrics with their English translation.
Ep 3 - The Vintage-Retro Party Edit.
By Marc Hassall
This week we’re bringing you Gatsby glamour and retro swagger, with a stellar selection of vintage-modern party ideas.
Ep 2 - The Party Edit.
By Marc Hassall
It's almost party season! For the next in our Showcase series, we've shortlisted five incredible artists to take you from gue...
Ep 1 - The Music Edit.
By Marc Hassall
Welcome to The Showcase! For the first in our 2-minute vlog series, we've shortlisted five incredible artists offering your f...
Photos by: Andrew Billington Photography