Hire A Live Band In Midlothian.

Perfect for functions, corporate events and parties ... in fact any event where you want to get the party started and dance the night away to high energy rock and pop hits from across the decades - hire a live function band in Midlothian with Alive Network, the UK's leading music agency.

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Ghost
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5 stars - Ghost are Highly Recommended 41 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Midlothian area
Ghost are one of Scotland’s finest and most successful wedding bands. Together for almost a decade, they have entertained audiences in some of the largest and most prestigious venues available, as well as raising the roofs of more intimate settings....

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In The Red

5 stars - In The Red are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews
Number of members: 12 Midlothian
In The Red are a 12 piece luxury showband who perform throughout Scotland, the UK and Internationally. Members have performed with Rita Ora, Jess Glynne, JP Cooper, Stormzy & Alesha Dixon. Previous clients include The Full Moon Resort Maldives, Sony/ATV Music Publishing & Manchester United Football Club. The band specialise in bespoke performances, with music covering Motown to contemporary chart hits....

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The Best of Westlife

5 stars - The Best of Westlife are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 3 South Lanarkshire
The Best of Westlife, a 3-piece based in Glasgow, delivers a captivating two-hour performance divided into two halves. Beyond their main show, they offer to kickstart the party before and after with interactive music sessions and even provide a karaoke service, allowing the audience to shine....

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Swift

5 stars - Swift are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Dumfriesshire area
Introducing Swift; a lively, professional & ready to party 5 piece band with a wealth of performance experience. Consisting of great female & male lead vocals backed by 3 male musicians & backing vocals, Swift cover hits from 60's Soul Classics to current chart toppers and many more. A Scottish Ceilidh section is also available and dances can be called....

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Algorhythm

5 stars - Algorhythm are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Northumberland
A phenomenal, 100% live, four-piece band essential for every party! With music from 60's (the Beatles, Marvin Gaye, Etta James) right through to the latest chart hits (Dua Lipa, The Weeknd, Bruno Mars), Algorhythm are ready to fill your dance floor with favourites for everyone!...

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The Front

5 stars - The Front are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Glasgow
The Front are one of the UK's biggest event bands! Known for their signature high energy set and stage performance full of contemporary and dance floor classics, along with some old school mash-ups guaranteed to get your guests dancing!...

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LOOP Duo
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5 stars - LOOP Duo are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Lancashire
LOOP Duo are a hugely experienced duo equally at home rocking dancefloors as they are performing in more intimate settings. Having played residencies around the world, this dynamic duo have a huge set list of crowd favourites including songs by The Courteeners, ABBA, Elbow and Madness!...

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Diamonds and Pearls

5 stars - Diamonds and Pearls are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews
Number of members: 9 Lancashire
Soulful, funky and different than your average covers band! Diamonds and Pearls will guarantee to make your night unforgettable; creating unique arrangements & mash-ups of classic, familiar soul & dance tunes....

From £4,660
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Kiera and The Waves

5 stars - Kiera and The Waves are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Lancashire
Creating unforgettable parties across the UK, Kiera and the Waves are a high spirited and bubbly bunch delivering slick live sets, vibrant energy and the best dance floor anthems of all time! Fulltime working musicians who are extraordinarily talented, this exciting band bring you iconic tracks from some of today’s biggest stars as well as household anthems from the classic greats!...

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Fantastique DJ Live

5 stars - Fantastique DJ Live are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Lancashire
A brand new concept featuring a 5-hour show – seamlessly moving from solo vocalists sets, Ibiza-style Sax & Percussion, free-mixed DJ stints & more! Fantastique DJ Live aren’t just a musical marvel, they’re a visual one too that will see you dancing the night away in true style!...

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Captain Party

5 stars - Captain Party are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Lancashire
The ultimate 4 to 9 piece party band made of the finest performers around! Packing dance floors for over a decade, Captain party will perform hits from the 50's to present day that will keep your guests dancing all night long!...

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Guide To Booking A Live Band In Midlothian

Everything You Need To Know

The average cost to hire bands in Midlothian for 2025 was £1840, but prices vary depending on the number of members in the band, how long you want them to perform for, travel distance to your event, and how experienced the band are.

Bands travelling from out of the area will usually charge more than local bands, due to travel time, fuel costs and accommodation. We have Midlothian function bands costing from as little as £327 all the way up to £25365 for the leading show bands.

A band providing wedding entertainment on a summer Saturday is also likely to charge more than they would for an informal evening of live music at a local venue on a Thursday night. Fee's tend to be based on seasonal demand and the type of live entertainment required.

You can save money by booking a smaller band such as a solo vocalist, singer guitarist, pianist, duo or a 3-piece. Also keep in mind that most bands offer a DJ service / playlist between sets, and this can save you the cost of a separate DJ. The most common size of band booked is a 4-piece band, like The Beatles!

Function bands will provide all the equipment they need to perform at your event, including a PA system and in most cases, some stage lighting for the perfect live show.

The standard performance time for cover bands in Midlothian is 2 x 60 minute sets, and it's normal for bands to provide a playlist of party music or background music which would run through their PA system whilst they're not performing.

Standard prices are usually based on an arrival time of 6pm, with the final performance finishing at midnight, but you can tailor the timings to suit your needs. Some bands will also learn a special request, such a first dance for wedding couples.

Many Midlothian bands also offer a range of upgrades including additional members for a bigger line-up, DJ packages, jazz or acoustic sets for a drinks reception, PA / lighting upgrades, photo-booths and light-up letters. Many bands can provide everything you need for an entire day and night of amazing party entertainment.

Your band will also provide PAT and Public Liability Insurance certificates.

Every booking made with Alive Network also benefits from one-to-one support from your dedicated entertainment coordinator, a secure contract for your peace of mind, and 24/7 emergency cover in case of accident or illness.

A function band with four members will need an area approximately five meters wide by four meters deep. This should be enough space to accommodate their drum kit, amplifiers, the musicians, plus their PA system and stage lights. The band will also need at least two double plug sockets in close proximity to the performance area.

If performing outdoors, the band will need need robust cover overhead and to the sides of the performance area. This is to ensure protection from wind and rain. It's important that their electrical equipment doesn't get wet!

It is usual to provide a meal and refreshments for your band, and they will also appreciate a secure dressing room if at all possible.

Function bands cover a wide range of music, including chart hits and party anthems from the 1950s to the present day. It's usually a very high energy show, perfect for guests of all ages, and great for dancing.

You can view each band's repertoire on their profile page to see what songs they play, but a standard function band set list will include songs from acts like The Killers, Harry Styles, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd, Taylor Swift, Adele, Arctic Monkeys, Beyonce, Oasis, Coldplay, Kings of Leon, The Jam, Bryan Adams, Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, The Stones, Elvis, Buddy Holly and Chuck Berry amongst many others.

As well as rock and pop classics, bands are able to perform hits from a range of genres, such as indie rock, brit pop, Mumford style folk, funk, soul and Motown, rnb and rock n roll. Pretty much any type of music that's going to get your guests dancing!

Although jazz bands are quite different in style, many party bands can also provide a set of jazz music if required.

Most bands will be happy for you to pick your favourite songs from their repertoire, and many will also learn a special request or first dance.

Unfortunately, unless you've seen a band at a friends wedding or party, it's not usually possible to see a band live before booking. The best Midlothian party bands don't tend to play public shows at local venues or pubs, and it wouldn't be possible for us to invite you to other customer's private events. However, you can read reviews by previous customers on each band's profile page, see photos from events, and watch videos. We make a huge effort to source the best local bands, so you can be 100% sure of an amazing night's entertainment.

Alive Network represents the best party musicians in Midlothian, with over 500 bands available in your local area.

Discover the best live party bands based in Bonnyrigg, Dalkeith, Lasswade, Loanhead, Penicuik.

We represent the very best function bands Midlothian has to offer, and we guarantee to match or beat any like-for-like quote for the same band.

We understand how important your event is, and how much trust you're placing in us. From weddings and parties to corporate events and hospitality venues, we've been doing this for 24 years, and we've earned over 50,000 five star reviews. We bring that peace of mind to you and your event, with a secure booking contract and 24/7 emergency cover in case of accident or illness.

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.

Reviews For Our Function Bands In Midlothian

Each year, our team helps hundreds of customers to book live bands for events in Midlothian. You can read some of their recent feedback below.

5 stars - Ghost are Highly Recommended

“Ghost is an amazing set of artists. Before our wedding, they were extremely communicative and friendly, and we looked forward to having them at the event. A few weeks before our wedding, I decided to surprise my new husband with a song, and the band was so accommodating to allow me to do it! On the ...”

Olivia B booked Ghost for their wedding in Midlothian

Midlothian Venues We Love Working With

Just a few of the amazing venues we've booked our bands to perform at in Midlothian

Melville Castle EH18 1AP
Newhall Estate EH26 9LY
Marlins Wynd EH1 1QR
Royal College of Physicians EH2 1JE
Rosebery Steading EH23 4SP
Glencorse House EH26 0NZ
Oxenfoord Castle EH37 5UB
Melville Castle Hotel EH18 1AP

Secret Herb Garden Cafe & Bistro EH10 7EA
Dalhousie Castle Hotel And Aqueous Spa EH19 3JB
Dalkeith Country Park EH22 1ST
Penicuik Town Hall EH26 8HS
The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel EH8 8AU
St Matthew's Church EH24 9AT
The Stair Arms Hotel EH37 5TX
The Salters Inn EH22 2DQ

St Mary's Scottish Episcopal Church EH22 2NA
Secret Garden Distillery EH10 7EA
Recruit selection centre Glencorse EH26 0LZ
Newbattle Golf Club Ltd EH22 3AD
Mayfield Community Club EH22 5PG
Kings Acre Golf Course EH18 1AU
H&M Edinburgh Midlothian EH2 2ER
Glencorse Golf Club EH26 0RD

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A Leading Midlothian Function Band Agency

Looking for Function Bands in Midlothian? Alive Network will help you hire the best local Midlothian Function Band, with acts available in Bonnyrigg, Dalkeith, Lasswade, Loanhead, Penicuik

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