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Live Bands For Music Fans
Seven
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 £3,899
“Amazing”
Hipster
With more than 2000 bookings to date, and over 500 five-star reviews, Hipster are one of the most well established and best loved party bands in the UK. Available as a 4 or 8 piece line-up, their repertoire contains classic Beatles, Fleetwood Mac & The Rolling Stones through to modern indie & pop from Kings of Leon, The Killers & Pharrell. Previous clients include Next, NSPCC, Channel 5, HSBC, Wella, Savilles, Deloitte, KPMG, RBC, Lloyds, M&S, Unileaver, BAE Systems and many more.
From £1,933 +VAT
“A night we will never forget!! The dancefloor was full.”
Midnight Train
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 £1,873
“Mr & Mrs Kelly - Hazlewood Castle - 05.06.2026”
Fix Up Look Sharp
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 £12,701 +VAT
“Their performance was quite simply spectacular! ... energetic, immersive, fun, hypnotic, eclectic .. it was musical perfection.”
Bangers and Anthems
Bangers and Anthems is an international luxury show band of the highest quality. Available from a 6 piece to a 21 piece line up, the band features charismatic singers, exquisite horn and string sections, plus percussion and a glamorous DJ. Previous clients include British & Monaco Grand Prix, Cannes Film Festival, Rolex, Bentley Motors, Harrods, IBM, Christian Dior and many more.
From £6,105 +VAT
“From inception to delivery, they are exceptional in every way.”
Bella And The Bourbon Boys
Inspired by the American band Postmodern Jukebox, Alive Network’s exclusive swing jazz quintet Bella and the Bourbon Boys give a retro spin to events with their vintage Jazz covers of pop songs, including hits from Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi and many more!
From £2,036 +VAT
“They were absolutely perfect , with their stylish image and faultless rendition of modern classics with a 20’s twist”
Happy Hour
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 £2,197
“Amazing band!”
The Upstarts
The Upstarts are one of the freshest bands around! Performing music everyone will love, The Upstarts live sets include cool classics from the Beatles and Stevie Wonder to the biggest modern-day hits from Bruno Mars, DNCE, Bieber and more!
From £1,586
“Fantastic party band for a wide range of people”
Season
Season showcase on-stage chemistry, incredible talent & loads of experience! Covering chart hits, indie anthems plus some funk & disco classics, this cool band bring an infectious energy to every party they perform at! The band are true professionals who have previously performed alongside Carl Barat, The Ordinary Boys, Liberty X & more!
From £1,730
“Such a talented and lovely bunch”
Dirty Weekend
Dirty Weekend are the UK's #1 Festival Themed party band! Paying tribute to the biggest & best music festivals in the world, they've also performed at many of them too! Knowing first-hand how priceless it is to be surrounded by your closest mates whilst watching your favourite artists, they've designed the coolest, most exciting show - ready to rock your party! Choose from 3 of 6 classic festival sets to build your own headline night, including Glastonbury, Live Aid, Isle of Wight, V, Reading / Leeds and Download!
From £1,880
“Amazing band - made the night!”
Into The Groove
One of the finest bands on the scene, Into The Groove fuse stunning male and female vocals with a super tight rhythm section and razor sharp horns. Having previously performed with the likes of Beverley Knight, Jamiroquai and Ed Sheeran, this 6-10 piece band will provide you with a breath-taking performance from start to finish.
From £4,690 +VAT
“Absolutely incredible and made the evening an absolute PARTY!”
Funky Fresh
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 £4,658 +VAT
“Absolutely incredible!!! Perfect party starters!”
BrassWerk Orchestra
Entertainment like you’ve never seen before! BrassWerk Orchestra are an unforgettable experience for the eyes and ears! Bringing you’re the biggest, hottest Funk, Soul and Pop tunes around, this incredible immersive show includes sensational vocals, punchy brass, the coolest DJ and stunning strings! Previous clients include Man City FC, Manchester Pride and more!
From £9,273 +VAT
“It was magical!”
Riptide
Having worked with the likes of Paolo Nutini, Chesney Hawkes, Echo Belly & Right Said Fred, Riptide are a highly experienced band with a cool & exciting edge! Guaranteed to show you a good time, the band's diverse repertoire covers all areas. Covering songs by The Beatles & The Kinks right up to modern day hits from Catfish & The Bottlemen, Taylor Swift, Arctic Monkeys & more!
From £1,623
“Rocking with Riptide at our big birthday party”
The Hot Shots
Four time winners of The Wedding Industry Awards! The Hot Shots, are an multi award winning modern rock & pop party band. Their repertoire covers Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran & Maroon 5 through to rock & indie classics by Foo Fighters, Killers & Kings Of Leon. Members have played at V Festival, BugJam, London Astoria & the O2 arena. Over 350+ positive reviews.
From £2,143
“Always choose The Hot Shots!!!”
The Sonics
The Sonics are one of the hottest party band in town! Young, cool & current - they are guaranteed to kick off your party with a sonic boom! Armed with a killer repertoire, you’ll be dancing all night to songs from Ed Sheeran, Prince, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Coldplay, Maroon 5, Bruno Mars, Fleetwood Mac & so much more!
From £1,831
“Utterly amazing”
Switch
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 £2,170
“A great booking for keeping the dance floor full all night”
Orchestral Dance Anthems
Orchestral Dance Anthems are the ultimate headliner for large scale events and private festivals. Featuring classic White Isle tracks by Groove Armada, The Chemical Brothers, Nightmares on Wax, Faithless, Robert Miles, Spiller and many more, this contemporary orchestra is fronted by multiple vocalists, world class musicians and a live DJ. Available throughout the UK and internationally, with line-ups from 19 to 30 members. Prices range from approx. £27K to £40K+VAT + travel.
£POA
“From inception to delivery, they are exceptional in every way.”
Kelly Barnes
Kelly Barnes is a talented singer/guitarist bringing both relaxed & upbeat acoustic sounds to any event! With a strong, crowd-pleasing repertoire suitable for all occasions, Kelly performs music from Clean Bandit, Ed Sheeran, Amy Winehouse, Fleetwood Mac & many more!
From £547
“Just wonderful. .. no words. !!”
Party Starters
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 £1,514
“Party Starters were INCREDIBLE!”
The Compilation
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 £1,442
“They were incredible awesome tracks Dave floor bursting with people”
Evelyn and The Vipers
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 £2,053
“If you want to have an INCREDIBLE wedding reception, book Evelyn and the Vipers!”
Soul Groove
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 £3,867
“Soul Groove were AMAZING”
Get Funked
Standing as one of the most in-demand and critically acclaimed bands in the luxury and corporate events industry, Get Funked boast a global reputation for sheer excellence. Available from an 8 piece to 30 piece band oozing soul, class, energy, unbelievable musical ability and stunning presentation, this bespoke showband have travelled the world wowing crowds at over 1000 events for clients such as Shell, Blackberry, BBC, BT and more!
£POA
“Thank you for providing the most incredible entertainment!”
Soulisphere
Soulisphere are an energetic 5–12 piece ensemble delivering fully immersive party experiences with musicians playing the biggest and best hits right amongst the audience! The band have performed in Oman, Italy, Singapore, France, Azerbaijan, Spain and the Philippines and have rocked stages at prestigious venues including The Ritz, The Savoy, The Dorchester, Four Seasons and more! Previous corporate clients include Microsoft, Coca Cola, Mercedes and Ascot Race Day to name a few.
From £4,844 +VAT
“Unbeatable!”
BABYLONDON
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 £6,289 +VAT
“Absolutely fantastic”
Hipster And The Hot Hot Horns
Imagine the Killers or Arctic Monkeys with a brass section, and that's the vibe you get with Hipster and the Hot Hot Horns! Experience indie / guitar classics backed by searing horns, with incredible 4 part vocal harmonies - and you've got a perfect combination to headline your next event! Over 390+ five star reviews, from performances world-wide, including Vietnam, Dubai, Singapore, France & Austria. Previous clients include The NEC, Wembley Stadium, Grosvenor House, NEXT, KPMG, BAE Systems and many more.
From £4,497 +VAT
“Absolutely Fantastic for our Staff Christmas Party”
The Gigawatts
With an eclectic mix of music from the 50’s right through to the present day, The Gigawatts are a professional, fun party band guaranteed to get your toes tapping & tail-feathers shaking!
From £3,528
“Absolutely fantastic”
Dexter
If you’re looking for a band that fills dance floors, ignites parties and delivers pure feel-good energy from the very first note, then welcome to Dexter. With over 27 years experience performing at over 1500+ events, Dexter bring dancefloor filling sets full of the very best Pop, Soul, R'n'B, Funk and Disco. Featuring both male and female lead vocals, their interactive live shows delight audiences of all ages, and have helped them to become one of our most popular bands for weddings and events across the North West.
From £1,658
“Can’t wait for another party with them”
The Kicks
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!
From £1,586
“Couldn’t have asked for a better band”
Live Wires
Rocking events across the UK for the last 16 years, Live Wires are experienced, professional & ready to fill your dance floor! With over 280+ 5 star customer reviews, previous clients including Pepsi Co, Argos & Santander, and a killer repertoire packed full of dance floor classics plus some of today’s biggest hits, Live Wires will go down a storm!
From £1,730
“Fabulous as always”
The Venturas
One of the hottest wedding and event bands in the UK is The Ventures. They have performed at countless weddings and events throughout the world from their base in Hampshire, with previous clients including Microsoft, NotOnTheHighStreet, Williams/Martini Racing & more. If you need upbeat folk covers of modern and classic pop tunes, or a solid rock and pop band that can guarantee to entertain any crowd, this is the band you’ve been looking for.
From £4,440
“You had everyone on their feet non-stop, and everyone commented on what a fantastic performance you gave”
The Glitz Band
One of the most luxurious, innovative & unique showbands around, The Glitz Band dazzle every stage they grace! Raising the bar for luxury events around the globe, this exceptional live showband feature high spec, customised instruments covered in stunning crystals plus a crowd-pleasing repertoire performed by some of the most gifted musicians & vocalists around! Get ready to experience the magic!
From £5,346
The Nightliners
Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Brighton, THE NIGHTLINERS are a cool, experienced & energetic group that will give you a night to remember! Specialising in Rock, Indie & Pop, covering The Killers, Ed Sheeran, Foo Fighters & many others, members have appeared on Later with Jools Holland, shared a stage with The Maccabees, Foals, Frank Turner, Friendly Fires, The Vaccines & Noel Gallagher, and received airplay on Radio X, BBC Radio 1, Radio 2, & 6 Music!
From £1,880
“They made a magical day even better!”
Electric Groove
As full-time professional musicians for over 10 years, Electric Groove have performed over 600+ live shows together across the globe including shows in America, Japan, Chile & across Europe! Now ready to rock your party, the band's exciting repertoire covers pop, rock, funk & soul music from Bowie, Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye & much more!
From £3,361
“Everything was perfect”
The Arcadias
Dynamic and professional 4 piece Rock and Pop band The Arcadias are ready to bring the high energy and fun to your event. With a huge level of experience and enviable list of career highlights such as gracing the stages of the West End and various UK festivals. The Arcadias craft the perfect playlist for your event, playing songs from the 50's to the present, including tunes by Harry Styles, The Killers, Stevie Wonder and The Beatles.
From £1,673
“Amazing band!”
The James Nicholas Trio
The James Nicholas Trio features smooth and sultry vocals, beautiful acoustic guitar & subtle drums. Delivering unique covers of the biggest & best hits from Modern & Classic Pop to Soul and Jazz, this sophisticated trio will create the perfect backdrop for your special occasion.
From £1,598
“All in our party loved the James Nicholas Trio”
Night Shift
Want that unforgettable party? Want funk? Want rock and pop? Night Shift deliver. With the band's mix of stone cold classics and spanking-new bangers, you’ll be a party legend, because the dancing never stops. Members have shared stages with Busted, UB40 and Example and are now ready to rock your party!
From £1,442
“Perfect Wedding Band”
James Hunt
An in-demand singer-guitarist perfect for drinks receptions & dinner entertainment. James' tailored repertoire includes music for everyone spanning The Beatles, David Bowie, Ed Sheeran, Arctic Monkeys & more. Highly experienced, he has previously supported The Animals, Amelia Lily & more across tons of UK venues & festivals including London's The Garage, Glastonbury, Isle Of Wight & The 02 Academy!
From £358
“Made the party”
Fleur And The Flamingos
Fleur and the Flamingos are a highly talented 4 piece pop band hailing from the musical streets of Manchester. The band perform the latest pop alongside classic dancefloor fillers from every era including Dua Lipa, Florence and the Machine and Aretha Franklin. All of the bands members have music degrees from some of the countries most prestigious music colleges, including The Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), Royal Holloway University of London.
From £1,254
“Fantastic band.”
Over 63,000 Customer Reviews
“We had the pleasure of having the Dirty Weekend play at our wedding in Ongar, Essex. We were looking for a band that suited our style – but also could cater for our range of guests. They offered different sets and they were flexible with the repertoire so we could really personalise it to us. They l...”
George J booked Dirty Weekend for their wedding in Essex
“Happy Hour exceeded all of our expectations. Our first dance request was met and performed perfectly and after that moment I don’t think there was a second when the dance floor was empty. We had so many compliments for our guests. Thank you for helping to make our day unforgettable!”
Rosie H booked Happy Hour for their wedding in Surrey
“The Sonics were incredible from start to finish and were a real highlight of our wedding day. Tom was very responsive and made organising everything straightforward and stress-free. The guys were very friendly, punctual, and efficient setting up on the day, fitting in perfectly with our timings. ...”
Jun-Yeong K booked The Sonics for their wedding in Dorset on 23rd August 2025
“Brilliant band, they sounded amazing and everyone loved them! Great mix of songs and would recommend them to anyone getting married!”
Rhianna G booked Season for their wedding in Essex
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