Kent Bands For Hire: Function Bands & Party Bands

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Every great celebration deserves an unforgettable live soundtrack, and our Kent bands for hire deliver performances your guests will remember long after the last song. From pop, rock, indie and soul favourites to packed dance floors, our Kent function bands bring every event to life. Read more

Known as the Garden of England, Kent is home to some of the country's finest venues, and our Kent party bands regularly entertain at celebrations of every size. Alive Network has booked live bands for 525 events throughout Canterbury, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells, including performances at Leeds Castle and Cooling Castle Barn, making us a trusted choice for parties, corporate events, weddings and garden celebrations.

Book the Best Party Bands in Kent

Our Kent party bands are chosen to suit a wide variety of celebrations. Flexible line-ups and experienced performers mean it's easy to find a band that matches both your venue size and the atmosphere you want to create. Repertoires cover modern favourites by George Ezra, Bruno Mars and Oasis as well as classics by The Beatles, ABBA and Fleetwood Mac, giving every generation plenty of reasons to head for the dance floor without relying on the same style throughout the night.

Cover Bands in Kent

Our carefully selected cover bands are chosen for their exceptional musicianship, professional approach and ability to engage audiences of all ages. Many of our musicians have also shared stages or recorded with internationally recognised artists including Rag'n'Bone Man and Joss Stone, bringing valuable professional experience to every booking.

Every booking includes a high-quality PA system, lighting and DJ playlists between sets, while many bands can also provide afternoon acoustic performances, additional musicians or premium DJ upgrades if you're planning a longer celebration.

The Easy Way to Hire a Function Band in Kent

Booking through Alive Network means secure contracts, friendly expert advice and support from an experienced agency throughout the process. Explore live videos, prices and availability from our function bands in Kent, then book with confidence knowing you'll benefit from secure booking contracts, personal advice and 27 years of experience.

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Happy Hour
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5 stars - Happy Hour are Highly Recommended535 Reviews

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 £2,238
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Seven
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5 stars - Seven are Highly Recommended89 Reviews

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 £3,974
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The Arcadias
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5 stars - The Arcadias are Highly Recommended159 Reviews

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 £1,832
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Happy Hour Deluxe
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5 stars - Happy Hour Deluxe are Highly Recommended71 Reviews

Happy Hour Deluxe are more than just a band – they’re a high-energy, non-stop live music experience! This award-winning 6 to 8-piece party band blends contemporary and classic hits across pop, rock, funk, and soul – perfect for getting guests of all ages on to the dance floor. Happy Hour Deluxe are known for their incredible vocalists, multi-part harmonies, and interactive performances, joining guests on the dance floor and turning every event into a full-scale celebration. Happy Hour Deluxe deliver a stress free experience, with their attention to detail and passion for performing making them a top choice for events across the UK and beyond....

From £3,298
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The Leaners
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5 stars - The Leaners are Highly Recommended106 Reviews

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 £2,185
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Midnights

5 stars - Midnights are Highly Recommended11 Reviews

Having performed on some of the biggest stages from Glastonbury to Alexandra palace alongside acts such as Bastille and Tom Odell, Midnights are an explosive, energetic 4 piece band that will keep you on your feet all night! The band comes equipped with a decades spanning repertoire, performed by a quartet of amazing musicians with years of experience entertaining crowds all over the world....

From £1,863
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Dirty Weekend
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5 stars - Dirty Weekend are Highly Recommended153 Reviews

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!...

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The Kicks
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5 stars - The Kicks are Highly Recommended318 Reviews

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 £1,613
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The Sonics
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5 stars - The Sonics are Highly Recommended155 Reviews

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 £1,936
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The Jukeboxes
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5 stars - The Jukeboxes are Highly Recommended118 Reviews

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 £2,163
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Technicolour
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5 stars - Technicolour are Highly Recommended150 Reviews

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 £1,210
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The Compilation
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5 stars - The Compilation are Highly Recommended109 Reviews

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 £1,496
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Season
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5 stars - Season are Highly Recommended155 Reviews

Season showcase on-stage chemistry, incredible talent & loads of experience! Covering chart hits, indie anthems and funk classics, this cool band bring an infectious energy to every party they perform at! The band are seasoned professionals who have been working as live musicians for over a decade covering weddings, award ceremonies and festivals all over Europe....

From £1,833
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Riptide
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5 stars - Riptide are Highly Recommended161 Reviews

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, Arctic Monkeys & more!...

From £1,772
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Night Shift
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5 stars - Night Shift are Highly Recommended83 Reviews

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 £1,541
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Party Starters
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5 stars - Party Starters are Highly Recommended165 Reviews

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 £1,642
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Last Orders

5 stars - Last Orders are Highly Recommended5 Reviews

Last Orders is a world-class live band trusted by top-tier brands and discerning clients to deliver unforgettable performances at weddings, corporate events, and luxury private functions. With over 2,500 shows to their name, frontman Francis blends global touring experience with a personal, client-focused approach — ensuring packed dance floors and lasting memories every time....

From £2,675
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Static Drive

Static Drive is a premier 5-piece Pop Rock function band based in the South of the UK, specialising in high-energy live performances that bring events to life. Whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, party, or celebration, Static Drive delivers a powerful and engaging show designed to get guests dancing and singing along from the very first song....

From £1,265
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Switch
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5 stars - Switch are Highly Recommended136 Reviews

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 £3,451
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Hipster
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5 stars - Hipster are Highly Recommended572 Reviews

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 £2,741 +VAT
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Discoteca
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5 stars - Discoteca are Highly Recommended25 Reviews

Appearing this year at, Glastonbury, Wilderness, Camp Bestival plus many more big UK and European fesivals! The guys from DISCOTECA are blowing up in 2025 and here's your chance to secure them for your private event!...

From £1,063
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The Attics

5 stars - The Attics are Highly Recommended3 Reviews

The Attics are a powerhouse 4-piece rock and indie band known for their electrifying energy and irresistible live sets that keep the dance floor packed from the first chord to the final encore. Based in Kent and in high demand for weddings and private events, The Attics blend gritty, charismatic lead vocals with soaring guitar riffs, pulsing basslines, and punchy drum grooves, all tied together with rich backing harmonies. Their full-bodied sound and infectious stage presence guarantee an atmosphere that’s buzzing with excitement....

From £1,356
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Happy Days
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5 stars - Happy Days are Highly Recommended33 Reviews

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 £2,136
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Tritts And The Numbers
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5 stars - Tritts And The Numbers are Highly Recommended74 Reviews

An award winning party band with blistering guitar solos, on stage high jinx and a set list that will leave any audience begging for more! Featuring hits from Bruno Mars, Arctic Monkeys, Faithless and many more; crowd surfing is inevitable!...

From £2,401
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Mrs X
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5 stars - Mrs X are Highly Recommended54 Reviews

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 £2,849
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Soulisphere
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5 stars - Soulisphere are Highly Recommended29 Reviews

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 £4,969 +VAT
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Fresh

5 stars - Fresh are Highly Recommended13 Reviews

Fresh are more than just a band – they’re a high-energy, non-stop live music experience! This award-winning 5 party band blends contemporary and classic hits across pop, rock, funk, and soul – perfect for getting guests of all ages on to the dance floor. Fresh are known for their incredible vocalists, multi-part harmonies, and interactive performances, joining guests on the dance floor and turning every event into a full-scale celebration. Fresh deliver a stress free experience, with their attention to detail and passion for performing making them a top choice for events across the UK and beyond....

From £2,693
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The Fever

5 stars - The Fever are Highly Recommended9 Reviews

Playing the very best guitar-based pop, rock and indie from current chart hits back to hits from the 80s, 90s and 2000s, The Fever’s large repertoire never fails to get a crowd going! Expect to hear floor-fillers from Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus...

From £1,763
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The Wanderful Four
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5 stars - The Wanderful Four are Highly Recommended9 Reviews

The Wanderful Four are here to play all your favourite tunes in the original Mumford & Sons style West London sound! With their cool image, attention to the detail, the musician’s skills & their unforgettable live shows, this roaming band are perfect for vintage-themed weddings or parties! *Electric set also available*...

From £1,763
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Hushin Willows

5 stars - Hushin Willows are Highly Recommended5 Reviews

Based in East London, Hushin Willows is a high-energy band renowned for delivering an unforgettable mix of pop, rock, soul, and funk. Fronted by Joe, a gifted multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer, the band offers top-tier live performances that consistently fill dance floors and elevate every event....

From £2,000
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Hooked Up

5 stars - Hooked Up are Highly Recommended3 Reviews

Hooked Up are a powerhouse 3-piece party band guaranteed to keep the dancefloor packed all night long!Serving up the very best in Disco, Pop, Dance and Garage/House classics, their setlist spans the decades—from iconic 70s anthems to today’s biggest hits. Expect to belt out Tina Turner, relive 90s and 00s dancefloor nostalgia, and lose yourself to seamless medleys that keep the energy flowing without a break....

From £1,627
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The Nightliners

5 stars - The Nightliners are Highly Recommended34 Reviews

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!...

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Anthemix
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5 stars - Anthemix are Highly Recommended32 Reviews

Anthemix are an energetic and enthusiastic 5 piece band guaranteed to bring you to your feet and dance the night away! Playing songs by Killers, Arctic Monkeys, Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Becky Hill....

From £1,933
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The James Nicholas Trio
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5 stars - The James Nicholas Trio are Highly Recommended22 Reviews

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 £1,699
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Studio 54

5 stars - Studio 54 are Highly Recommended11 Reviews

Studio 54 specialise in creating unforgettable musical experiences, guaranteeing that your audience will be dancing the night away. Don't wait any longer, book Studio 54 now and let the celebration begin in style!...

From £2,508
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Hypersonix
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5 stars - Hypersonix are Highly Recommended81 Reviews

Taking the biggest songs of past & present, Hypersonix capture the energy & essence of everything from chart pop to classic indie hits! Never failing to raise the roof, this 4 piece band are an electrifying team that fill any dance floor with music from the latest George Ezra & Bruno Mars to unforgettable the Beatles, Oasis & more! Previous clients include Oxford University Press, Bicester Village Retail Outlet & more!...

From £1,760
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The Rips
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5 stars - The Rips are Highly Recommended282 Reviews

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 £1,775
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Aposto

5 stars - Aposto are Highly Recommended8 Reviews

Aposto delivers a fresh, dynamic take on live music entertainment, fusing pop, rock, indie, and festival anthems into a high-energy sound that lights up wedding dance floors and powers unforgettable headline sets. Renowned for their electric stage presence and flawless musicianship, Aposto has earned a devoted following through glowing reviews and consistently stand-out performances....

From £2,993
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Hellafunk

5 stars - Hellafunk are Highly Recommended14 Reviews

Known for their infectious energy and vibrant style, Hellafunk light up every stage with feel-good grooves and undeniable charm. Whether you're planning a chic cocktail soirée, a wedding reception, or a full-on festival, this versatile act brings the perfect vibe. Available as anything from a soulful duo to a full-scale band, Hellafunk tailor their lineup to suit your event, space, and budget—without ever compromising on quality or impact....

From £1,304
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Out Of Control
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5 stars - Out Of Control are Highly Recommended121 Reviews

Out Of Control are a fantastic 3 piece function band with the ability to bring any crowd to their feet. Their repertoire covers the old classics right through to the music of today, whether it be rock, pop or soul! Out Of Control are ideal for any event!...

From £1,695
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With 530 bands to choose from, it's easy to find an incredible live band near Kent. The local areas we cover include Ashford, Broadstairs, Canterbury, Chatham, Dartford, Deal, Dover, Faversham, Folkestone, Gillingham, Gravesend, Herne Bay, Hythe, Lydd, Maidstone, Margate, New Romney, Northfleet, Ramsgate, Rochester, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Sandwich, Sevenoaks, Sheerness, Sittingbourne, Swanley, Swanscombe, Tenterden, Tonbridge, Whitstable

Reviews From Events In Kent

Each year our team helps hundreds of customers to book live bands in Kent. You can read recent feedback from local events below.

Night Shift Function Band Review Festival / Outdoor Event

5 stars - Night Shift are Highly Recommended

“Brilliant from start to finish, would book again in heartbeat”

Charlie M booked Night Shift for their event in Kent

Happy Hour Deluxe Function Band Review Wedding

5 stars - Happy Hour Deluxe are Highly Recommended

“Huge energy, the bongo and sax set was amazing and the lead female is terrific. Pleasure to deal with throughout, Richie made everything super easy. We would highly recommend these guys.”

Darren B booked Happy Hour Deluxe for their wedding in Kent

5 stars - Happy Hour are Highly Recommended

“We hired Happy Hour for our wedding at Leeds Castle on 22/08/26. We really hoped the contrast between history and elegance of a castle setting and modern rock band would complement eachother... And we were not disappointed! THEY WERE INCREDIBLE! Everyone had nothing but positive comments about the b...”

Chloe C booked Happy Hour for their wedding in Kent

5 stars - ViVo are Highly Recommended

“We recently had Vivo perform at our wedding, we honestly couldn’t have asked for more. Gabriella really is such a lovely person with a beautiful voice and the whole band are just so talented. Any questions we had on the run up to the wedding Gabriella was always very helpful and nothing was too much...”

Hannah H booked ViVo for their wedding in Kent

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