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Find 431 of the best cover bands for hire only at Alive Network. Our five star booking service helps you to hire rock cover bands for private parties and events at pubs, clubs and venues across the UK. Also see our fantastic Tribute bands, function bands, party bands & wedding bands.... Read more

Live Wires
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5 stars - Live Wires are Highly Recommended 297 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Staffordshire
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
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The Royale
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5 stars - The Royale are Highly Recommended 198 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Merseyside
Fronted by an amazing singer-guitarist with an incredible rock-pop voice, The Royale’s exciting repertoire spans modern day anthems plus a selection of unforgettable classics! A highly experienced band that has entertained crowds across the UK, played alongside Lenny Kravitz & Placebo, toured Europe, played numerous festivals & more!...

From £1,298
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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!...

From £1,586
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The Dukes
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5 stars - The Dukes are Highly Recommended 312 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
A hugely experienced, fun and entertaining band who are guaranteed to get everyone on the dance floor! Their music covers a more diverse range than most, from The Killers, Bowie & The Beatles to Shaggy, Lil Nas X and Metallica - there's something for everyone! With over 300 five star reviews you know you're in safe hands. Previous clients include Next, The NEC, Glastonbury Festival, Ralph Lauren, Barclays, Sainsbury's, Buckingham Palace and many more....

From £1,847
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Technicolour
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5 stars - Technicolour are Highly Recommended 141 Reviews
Number of members: 3 West Sussex
Meet Technicolour! A stand out, vibrant band of talented dudes. Stylistically diverse with a repertoire filled with all of your favourites spanning the last seven decades, this band have entertained Heineken, Shard media, Birmingham FC and more!...

From £1,154
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Hipster
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5 stars - Hipster are Highly Recommended 557 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Cheshire
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
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Riptide
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5 stars - Riptide are Highly Recommended 157 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
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
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Happy Hour
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5 stars - Happy Hour are Highly Recommended 511 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Our #1 best selling party band, you'll be blown away by the Happy Hour experience! With over 500 five star reviews, Happy Hour are available as a 4-piece line-up or a power trio. Experience high-energy, non-stop dance floor filling hits, with incredible vocal harmonies and face melting guitar solos. Previous clients include some of the world's biggest names including Pinewood Studios, Microsoft, Budweiser, ITV & many more....

From £2,197
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The Marlins
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5 stars - The Marlins are Highly Recommended 59 Reviews
Number of members: 3 North Yorkshire
The Marlins are a 3-piece Rock, Pop and Indie band based in York, who have the experience, tunes, passion and musical ability to make your event completely unforgettable! Members of this talented group have performed with internationally renowned artists including The Vamps and Rick Astley at prestigious venues such as Scarborough Open Air Theatre and London’s O2 Arena....

From £1,298
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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 £2,373
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The Arcadias
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5 stars - The Arcadias are Highly Recommended 151 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
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
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The Low Down
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5 stars - The Low Down are Highly Recommended 137 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Having performed on some of the biggest stages from Glastonbury to Alexandra palace alongside acts such as Bastille and Tom Odell, The Low Down are an explosive, energetic 3 piece band that will keep you on your feet all night! The band feature a dancefloor filling repertoire performed by a trio of amazing musicians with years of experience entertaining crowds all over the country....

From £1,154
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Party Starters
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5 stars - Party Starters are Highly Recommended 159 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Party Starters are a cool & contemporary pop & rock band that know what a great party is all about! Energetic & exciting, Party Starters live sets are guaranteed to fill your dance floor & include music from Bruno Mars, Rudimental, The Beatles, Arctic Monkeys, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder & much more!...

From £1,514
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The Nightliners

5 stars - The Nightliners are Highly Recommended 24 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
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
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Dexter
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5 stars - Dexter are Highly Recommended 187 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Cheshire
With 27 years experience performing at over 1500+ events, Dexter features both male and female lead vocals, with a varied set that includes dance floor fillers from across the decades. Their interactive live show engages audiences of all ages, and has helped them to become one of our most popular wedding and party bands in Cheshire, the North West and the Midlands. Highly recommended!...

From £1,658
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Season
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5 stars - Season are Highly Recommended 149 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Sussex
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
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The Upstarts
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5 stars - The Upstarts are Highly Recommended 105 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Lancashire
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
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The Leaners
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5 stars - The Leaners are Highly Recommended 96 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
One of our hottest new acts of 2025, get ready for The Leaners - your punchy and soulful party band! Available as a 4, 5 or 6 piece line-up. Mixing hot new hits and timeless classics from artists such as Aretha Franklin, Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder and Dua Lipa to name a few, their crowd-pleasing live sets are sure to kickstart any event. With experience across the South East, from festivals to live radio, they guarantee an electrifying performance!...

From £1,730
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The Sonics
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5 stars - The Sonics are Highly Recommended 149 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
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
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The Compilation
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5 stars - The Compilation are Highly Recommended 102 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Keeping the party dancing with an array of Chart Hits, 90s anthems and a selection of funk & disco classics, The Compilation offer something for everyone whilst bringing an infectious energy to each and every performance! This band are true professionals, with members supporting artists such as Kings of Leon, Girls Aloud, G Flip, Disclosure, MJ Cole, and Lamar! Performing at venues such as The O2 Arena, Silverstone Formula One, & Birmingham City FC....

From £1,341
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Night Shift
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5 stars - Night Shift are Highly Recommended 75 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
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
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The Rips
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5 stars - The Rips are Highly Recommended 279 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Northamptonshire
Bringing fun, energy and a killer repertoire to every event, The Rips are experts at filling dance floors across the UK. Performing well known rock and pop from the 50's to present day, expect to hear music from Oasis, Kings Of Leon, Fleetwood Mac, The Killers and even a few fun surprises from the likes of Avril Lavigne and Harry Styles!...

From £1,447
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Midnight Train
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5 stars - Midnight Train are Highly Recommended 65 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Yorkshire
Midnight Train are a 4 piece party band hailing from Leeds. They have played together for almost a decade, combining their different styles & passions to create exciting, memorable sets to fill any dance floor. Expect hits from Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Beyonce & much more! Previous clients include Cancer Research UK, The RAF, York Races & more!...

From £1,873
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Overdrive

5 stars - Overdrive are Highly Recommended 24 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Manchester
Get ready for the party of a lifetime with Overdrive! Bringing you infectious energy, great musicianship & a repertoire spanning the likes of the Beatles, Harry Styles, Foo Fighters, Stevie Wonder, Blink-182 & many more. Featuring pro-musicians with a wealth of experience, members of Overdrive have previously received BBC Radio 1 airplay, jammed with Nile Rogers & Chic & been featured on nationwide Italian TV!...

From £1,507
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Front Runners
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5 stars - Front Runners are Highly Recommended 73 Reviews
Number of members: 4 South Yorkshire
Offering a live show like no other, Front Runners are passionate, energetic & ready for a party! Bringing you the very best floor-filling indie-rock, their set list is packed with iconic anthems everyone knows & loves! From Oasis to The Stones, The Jam, Kasabian & more, a night with Front Runners will be an experience you want again & again!...

From £1,801
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The Good Habits
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5 stars - The Good Habits are Highly Recommended 118 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Merseyside
With a combination of great songs plus years of playing experience, party trio The Good Habits will guarantee a busy dance floor & an entertaining evening for all! Performing music from Arctic Monkeys, Oasis, The Beatles, Bruno Mars, David Bowie, Stevie Wonder & more, this rock & pop trio pack a punch with their energetic & fun live sets!...

From £1,134
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Seven
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5 stars - Seven are Highly Recommended 87 Reviews
Number of members: 7 London
Seven are a world class party band available to hire throughout the UK and internationally. The official band of the FIFA World Cup 2022 performing to 50,000 people a night, this experienced band is formed from a stellar line up of platinum selling musicians who’ve produced, written and toured with Shania Twain, Bastille, Rag N Bone Man, P!nk, James Arthur, James Blunt, Mika, Tom Grennan, Birdy, KSI and many more....

From £3,899
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Dirty Weekend
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5 stars - Dirty Weekend are Highly Recommended 149 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
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
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Tuxedo
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5 stars - Tuxedo are Highly Recommended 43 Reviews
Number of members: 5 West Yorkshire
Featuring some of the most seasoned, sought after session musicians, this professional 5 piece band boast outstanding musicianship, a crowd-pleasing repertoire & a unique experience that guarantees a foot stomping, hand clapping, unforgettable occasion!...

From £1,651
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The Courts
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5 stars - The Courts are Highly Recommended 52 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Sussex
Critically acclaimed by Blur’s Alex James & Tom Odell, The Courts have earned their reputation as an authentic, energetic, professional group of musicians. With music from Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder, Arctic Monkeys, The Beatles, Maroon 5, Queen & more, The Courts have mountains of experience & are ready to rock your event!...

From £1,997
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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....

From £2,416
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Happy Days
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5 stars - Happy Days are Highly Recommended 33 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Known for their big stage presence and four-part harmonies, Happy Days are a high energy rock and pop band that’ll have your guests celebrating on the dance floor all night. Performing all the best hits designed to kickstart your party, Happy Days’ repertoire spans the swinging 60’s to modern hits of today. Expect to hear music from Harry Styles, The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Stevie Wonder, Blink 182, Oasis, The Weeknd and lots more!...

From £2,217
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Live Forever
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5 stars - Live Forever are Highly Recommended 45 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
A cool, energetic party trio specialising in Pop, Rock & Indie. Spanning the unforgettable 60s through to the latest chart hits, Live Forever appeal to the masses & offer something special for every taste & style. The band also boast a unique Britpop repertoire, so if you are a lover of bands like Oasis, Pulp & more, prepare to get your swagger on!...

From £2,064
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Mrs X
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5 stars - Mrs X are Highly Recommended 54 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Meet Mrs X, a band unlike any other! A glamorous all female band oozing style and sophistication, Mrs X play huge hits from Gaga to Fitzgerald & guarantee to get your guests on to the dance floor!...

From £2,795
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Soulisphere
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5 stars - Soulisphere are Highly Recommended 27 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Surrey
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
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Drive
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5 stars - Drive are Highly Recommended 90 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Manchester
Known across the UK for their ‘real gig’ feel, Drive are the perfect choice for real music lovers looking to party! Specialising in indie-rock with a bit of modern pop thrown in for good measure, this energetic 4-piece band are huge crowd-pleasers and receive rave reviews wherever they go!...

From £1,514
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The Jukeboxes
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5 stars - The Jukeboxes are Highly Recommended 116 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Talented 4 piece band covering an extensive mixture of Rock & Pop favourites from the classics Beatles to the latest Kings of Leon. With amazing male vocals plus outstanding musicianship, The Jukeboxes are the ideal party band!...

From £1,928
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The Atoms
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5 stars - The Atoms are Highly Recommended 99 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Staffordshire
The Atoms are a seasoned three-piece events band with decades of experience, performing thousands of shows from major UK festivals to weddings, corporate parties and private celebrations worldwide. The Atoms deliver hit-filled sets that pack dancefloors and bring energy to every event....

From £1,333
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Get On Up
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5 stars - Get On Up are Highly Recommended 54 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Get On Up is the perfect choice for any event, offering a dynamic and versatile musical experience that guarantees a memorable celebration. With a wide-ranging repertoire from timeless classics to modern hits, professional musicianship, and electrifying performances, Get On Up can tailor their act to suit any occasion....

From £1,658
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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 £2,307
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Booking Guide

Everything you need to know to hire Cover Bands for your event

A cover band is a group of musicians that specialise in playing live music covers of popular rock, pop and chart tracks, both classic and contemporary. Typically consisting of a lead singer, guitarist, bass guitarist and drummer, cover bands may also include synths, a brass section or backing singers but generally, when a line up is extended beyond a standard 4-piece, male fronted guitar band, and additional singers are included for example, they are better defined as wedding bands, function bands or party bands.

As cover bands play a repertoire of well-known songs, they are a crowd-pleasing option for private events, weddings and public performances in pubs, clubs & venues. Depending on the event type, most cover bands offer a complete entertainment package, providing sound and lighting equipment, with no need to hire any additional services. Bands performing gigs for public venues, like music bars, clubs or restaurants, may use in-house PA sound systems and lighting.

For private events and wedding entertainment, cover band sets are specifically tailored to parties and may include DJ options.

Often mainstays at their local music venue, professional cover bands are also used to performing internationally and all over the UK, and will often travel large distances.

Cover bands as discussed here are different to their tribute bands counterparts who specialise in the music of one artist, era or genre. To find out more please visit the tribute bands page here.

From Led Zeppelin to Beyoncé, cover bands do it all! Most cover bands play a huge range of rock, indie and chart music incorporating classic artists like Stevie Wonder to current floor fillers, with some bands preferring guitar-based rock, pop and dance, or funk and soul. A standard set list may include songs from artists such as

Alicia Keys
Arctic Monkeys
Aretha Franklin
Bruce Springsteen
Bruno Mars
Cee Lo Green
Coldplay
Daft Punk
David Bowie
Ed Sheeran
Elvis
Foo Fighters
Florence and the Machine
James Brown
Jimi Hendrix
Kings of Leon
Mumford & Sons
Michael Jackson
Oasis
Paul Simon
Red Hot Chilli Peppers
Rihanna
Stevie Wonder
Take That
Taylor Swift
The Beatles
The Killers
The Rolling Stones
The Strokes

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

1. Guitar bands

Unsurprisingly these bands specialise in a repertoire based around guitar music – think rock, indie or pop. Often consisting of 3–5 members, guitar bands will cover artists from Kings of Leon, Arctic Monkeys and Oasis, to The Rolling Stones and The Beatles.

2. Pop/Funk/Soul bands

Comprising of 4–12 members and usually fronted by a female singer, pop, funk and soul bands may feature a brass section or keyboards. Repertoires include modern chart artists such as Jess Glynne, Rihanna and Beyoncé as well as classic soul and Motown artists such as Earth, Wind and Fire and Stevie Wonder.

Cover bands are as at home in their local music bar as they are performing a party in Abu Dhabi! The most popular UK locations include:

A cover band is usually the headline act to your celebrations, featuring towards the end of the evening when guests are ready to dance and enjoy the music! Performances are best scheduled after any food has been served so that guests can dance comfortably, and make the most of a lively and energetic atmosphere.

If you want to party hard after the final set, almost all cover bands offer DJ options in addition to their live performance.

For all-day celebrations, cover bands can offer laid back acoustic sets. These are more chilled out and daytime-friendly, providing a perfect backdrop for drinks receptions and dining.

Booking one band for your entire event is a great option for those looking to simplify their event planning as logistics and price are minimised, compared with hiring several separate performers.

Space considerations at your event

A typical 4-piece band will need around 4m width × 3m depth as a comfortable performance space. For approximate requirements, see ‘How much space will a cover band need?’, below.

Volume - How loud is a cover band?

The line-up, instruments and room acoustics at your venue will all affect the volume of your band. Volume is usually in the region of 95 dB – 110 dB, reflecting the roof-raising, lively performance expected of them. For more laid back daytime entertainment, sound levels will obviously be quieter, especially if you opt for a smaller or acoustic version of the band.

Many cover bands can play with an electronic drum kit to lessen the overall volume. This can be a lifesaver if your venue has volume restrictions or has a sound limiter fitted! Our sound limiter-friendly bands can be found here.

Cover band costs can vary, depending on the number of musicians, and the options each band offers.

Tthe average price of a 4-piece cover band is around £1,300.

The table below demonstrates the range of fees for different types of cover bands:

Type of Artist	Cost Range
3-piece bands	£700 - £1,500
4-piece bands	£720 - £1,850
5-piece bands	£950 - £1,900
Larger line-ups	£2,000 - £4,500+

Booking a band local to your venue is a great way to reduce cost as travel fees will be minimal. The home town of all Alive Network cover bands is included on their profile pages, and your Entertainment Coordinator can recommend the best bands near your venue. There’s no need to limit your search to just local bands, however! Your perfect cover band may be willing to travel at nominal cost.

Our list features the UK’s best cover bands, based on reputation, performance quality and innovation:

Cover bands usually perform two 60-minute sets, or occasionally three 40-minute sets.

Bands that are booked for an evening performance might arrive at 6pm, set up and perform the sound check by 7.30pm to 8pm, get changed and ready to start the first performance by around 9pm. After a break of around 30 minutes, the second set might start at 10.30pm, finishing at 11.30pm, before the usual midnight curfew.

Many cover bands offer DJ sets or longer performances including finishing times of 1am and 2am. You can find the booking options on each cover band’s profile page.

Times supplied are an example and cover bands performing at both public and private events will liaise with you, tailoring their performance times to suit your celebration.

The table below demonstrates how much space party bands of different sizes might require:

Size of Cover Band	Performance Space Required
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

Of course, measurements may vary depending on the number of artists and the type of instruments in your chosen cover band. Your Entertainment Coordinator can discuss the options with you.

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

Some venues require bands to load in via a supplier’s entrance and/or use a shared staff elevator, which can increase set up times.

It takes a cover band around 45 – 60 minutes to pack down and load out, following their performance.

Most cover bands need:

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

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

If you are planning a large celebration with 200+ guests, you may need a larger PA system – especially if it is an outdoor event. Your dedicated Entertainment Coordinator will be happy to discuss the requirements for specific cover bands.

Aside from finding some of the best Cover Bands in the UK and getting expert advice from our friendly staff, one of the main reasons to hire a Cover 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 Cover 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.

Find more about Alive Network Entertainment Agency here

For info on how to join Alive Network please visit our 'How to join' pages here.

You will need:

Polished demo recordings and promo photos
Reliable equipment & transport
A setlist of music suited to private events
Smart formal stage clothes, suited to private events
A PA system & stage lighting suitable for 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 0845 108 5500 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

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We are not a directory, we hand pick every artist to ensure quality, reliability and value.

Trust.

With over 60,000 five star reviews, we’re the UK’s most trusted entertainment booking platform.

Security.

Safe secure bookings, 24/7 emergency cover, and personal support when ever you need it.

We Care.

That you find the perfect entertainment for your event, and that everything goes to plan.

Supporting Artists.

We help local artists reach a national audience of customers like you, supporting careers.

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Cover Bands for Hire

Book a live rock cover band for your party or event anywhere in the UK

Book a live rock cover band for your party or event anywhere in the UK.

Booking Guide

Everything you need to know to hire Cover Bands for your event

1. Guitar bands

2. Pop/Funk/Soul bands

Space considerations at your event

Volume - How loud is a cover band?

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Why book with us?

26 years providing you with the very best Cover Bands for weddings, corporate events, and parties throughout the UK

A uk-Wide & international cover band booking agency

We believe in making events extraordinary

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