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Top Wedding Bands To Hire In Ipswich For 2025 / 2026.

Introducing Ipswich's favourite local wedding bands, performing live music to suit each part of your day. We represent more than 52 trusted acts available, with instant online availability and prices, and 17739 customer reviews. With 26 years experience booking bands at local wedding venues like Kesgrave Hall, The Tudor Barn Belstead and Jimmy's Farm, booking a wedding band in Ipswich couldn't be simpler. From non-stop party anthems to relaxed jazz and acoustic sets, we'll help you find your perfect music match. Let's begin...

The Hot Shots
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5 stars - The Hot Shots are Highly Recommended 393 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
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....

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Jukebox Joint
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5 stars - Jukebox Joint are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Suffolk
Having played Glastonbury 3 years in a row, Jukebox Joint are known for their killer rock n roll sets, as well as quirky covers of modern rock and pop hits in a rock n roll style! Armed with high energy, rave reviews and hit song after hit song, if you have any worries about guests not making use of your dance floor, this band will blow those fears sky high!...

From £1,245
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Anthemix
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5 stars - Anthemix are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Suffolk
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 £1,872
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Talk Of The Town
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5 stars - Talk Of The Town are Highly Recommended 49 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Talk Of The Town are an energetic, talented & professional party band who formed in 2016 & have been rocking all over Essex & beyond ever since. Performing covers from The Beatles to George Ezra, Bruno Mars to Stevie Wonder & tons more, they will guarantee to keep your guests on their feet all night long!...

From £1,226
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Flair

5 stars - Flair are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Essex
Where cool meets quality, Flair are a stylish, world class band that have been hired by royalty & celebrities alike! Delivering a full concert experience that will rock your event, Flair are a collective of pro's, available in a range of line-ups, who regularly appear alongside artists like Cee Lo Green, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams & more!...

From £3,756 +VAT
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Motown Magic

Number of members: 4 Essex
Motown Magic are a firm favourite for lovers of Motown & Soul! With a large repertoire including the work of Jackson 5, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, The Miracles & more, get ready to dance the night away! Classic party set also available!...

From £2,663 +VAT
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Sunset Drive

5 stars - Sunset Drive are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
The #1 party band in Essex! Sunset Drive have played 500+ events including Glastonbury & VW fest and over 1,000 weddings. Guaranteed to wow your guests with their impressive repertoire and tight live performance!...

From £1,687
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Sonic Moon

5 stars - Sonic Moon are Highly Recommended 16 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Boasting professionalism, diversity & unique musicianship, Sonic Moon pull a huge array of genres into their repertoire & guarantee you a busy dance floor. From Bob Marley, Dizzie Rascal, The Beatles, James Bay, Toots & The Maytals & loads more, Sonic Moon mix the cool, the contemporary & the classic all into one electrifying performance!...

From £2,217
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DJ Dance

Number of members: 4 Essex
DJ Dance, a versatile live DJ band, features powerful female and male vocals, exceptional musicianship, and vast experience entertaining globally for clients including 02, NHS, IBM, Barclays, BBC and more! With an extensive repertoire of the best dance hits and club classics, they've performed worldwide, including the Middle East, Europe, and the U.K. Each member has shared stages with artists like Nicole Scherzinger and Take That. Known for their tight live sound and high-energy performances, DJ Dance guarantee flawless, world-class entertainment to remember forever!...

From £2,957 +VAT
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Festival

Number of members: 4 Essex
Delivering a sound & style that is reminiscent of folk favourites Mumford & Sons, Festival perform hits by the like of George Ezra, Johnny Cash, Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, Dolly Parton, Bastille & many more. Modern or classic, fast or slow: whatever your preference is, this fun folksy band will deliver!...

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Finesse

5 stars - Finesse are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 8 Essex
A show-stopping spectacle who deliver a full concert experience like no other! Having entertained for a whole host of celebrities, royalty and other high-end clients, Finesse are a 5-star live band know exactly how to make an everlasting impression with their incredible live music....

From £7,399 +VAT
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Bounce

Number of members: 4 Essex
Rocking every party they perform at, Bounce are an incredible live band who understand every event’s need for outstanding live music! Covering everything from 50’s to present day Rock & Pop, plus Jewish, Jazz & Swing music, this live act, complete with flexible line-ups, will ensure you receive the exact sound & vibe your occasion needs....

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Supersound

Number of members: 4 Essex
Supersound are a new & exciting modern rock & pop band that will have you partying late into the night! With a repertoire to rock your event, the band cover anthems originally penned by artists such as Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, Calvin Harris, Sam Smith, Michael Jackson, Aerosmith, Elvis Presley, Bon Jovi & more!...

From £1,459 +VAT
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Voltage

Number of members: 2 Essex
This isn’t your typical duo. Voltage's collective of singing guitarists and drummers pack the punch of a full band, delivering a high-energy live show that’s bursting with personality. Expect a setlist that spans all eras and genres — from rock anthems and indie favourites to pop bangers and club classics — all reimagined with driving rhythms, powerful vocals, and electric guitar riffs....

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Kinetic

Number of members: 3 Essex
Kinetic are a powerhouse 3-piece band based in Essex, made up of top-tier professional musicians with years of experience performing at events across the UK and beyond. With vocals, guitar, bass, and drums, this line-up delivers a punchy, powerful, and unforgettable live experience. Expect a setlist full of rock anthems, pop favourites, and indie classics — all performed with festival-level energy....

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Happy Hour
🏆 Customer Choice Award

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....

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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....

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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 £1,947
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The Walks
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5 stars - The Walks are Highly Recommended 73 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Norfolk
Unleash the ultimate PARTY with The Walks; a stunning Rock, Pop & Indie sensation designed for you by Alive Network. From The Killers to Kings Of Leon, The Darkness to Fleetwood Mac, ignite your dancefloor and get ready to dance your a**es off!!...

From £1,800
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Funk Soul Stars
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5 stars - Funk Soul Stars are Highly Recommended 28 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Essex
Featuring both male & female lead vocals, floor-filling grooves and an optional horn section, Funk Soul Stars are a highly sought-after band who play the very best Motown, Funk, Soul and R&B hits with style!...

From £2,263
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The Flux
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5 stars - The Flux are Highly Recommended 29 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Norfolk
With a repertoire packed full of upbeat and iconic party hits from across the decades, The Flux will fill your dance floor with the sounds of The Beatles, Elvis, Lionel Richie, Oasis, The Killers, Guns N Roses, Robbie Williams and much more!...

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BTA

5 stars - BTA are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Essex
Filling the gap between band and DJ, BTA provide the ultimate musical entertainment experience for your event. Performing everything from Dance, RnB and Hip Hop, to Rock, Funk and Pop, BTA are the perfect recipe for a show you won't forget....

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AURA

5 stars - AURA are Highly Recommended 15 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Essex
From huge hits including Uptown Funk, Shake It Off, & Sex On Fire, to much-needed classics like Blame It On The Boogie, Superstition & Livin’ On A Prayer, Aura are a young, energetic 5-7 piece party band who play tunes guaranteed to get you on the dance floor!...

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The Luminators

5 stars - The Luminators are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Essex
With an impressive reputation for consistently great performances, The Luminators are a 5 piece party band performing massive hits from the likes of The Beatles, Chic, Killers, Kings of Leon, Daft Punk, Ed Sheeran and many more!...

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GLOW PARTY BAND

5 stars - GLOW PARTY BAND are Highly Recommended 25 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Essex
Meet the duo redefining what two musicians can do. With explosive festival energy, powerful live vocals, and cutting-edge production, this duo delivers the sound of a full band — packed into a tight, high-impact lineup built for modern events....

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Tritts And The Numbers
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5 stars - Tritts And The Numbers are Highly Recommended 73 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
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!...

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White Gold

5 stars - White Gold are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Norfolk
White Gold will bring your event to life and guarantee an exhilarating atmosphere. The band's good vibes project from the stage to the dance floor, creating a remarkable party. Performing iconic pop songs from present day back to the 60's....

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The Deputies

5 stars - The Deputies are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Norfolk
For fans of Rock, Indie & a good old party, The Deputies are an energetic band for real music lovers! Boasting a wealth of experience performing up & down the country, this band are experts in their trade playing everything from Blur, The Killers, Oasis, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC to Metallica & even some Pop surprises with a rock twist!...

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Discoteca
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5 stars - Discoteca are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Kent
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!...

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Atlantic Groove

5 stars - Atlantic Groove are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 9 Essex
Atlantic Groove know exactly how to fill a dance floor...by creating a big funky sound, produced by a stellar line up of some of London's top session musicians! Featuring a trio of knock out vocals and a backing band so tight not even Prince could squeeze between the notes, you're sure of a fun filled night of funk, soul, Motown and more when Atlantic Groove take to the stage....

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Vero

5 stars - Vero are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Essex
Vero is a dynamic and electrifying function band renowned for their captivating performances and ability to connect with audiences. With over 15 years of experience, they bring energy and excitement to every event, ensuring unforgettable memories for all. From getting crowds dancing and singing along to cherished hits to engaging them in interactive on-stage moments, Vero always leaves their audience wanting more. Their impressive resume includes high-profile appearances on Sky TV’s Promzillas, events with the Royal Navy, and collaborations with special guest singers like X Factor’s James Graham. They’ve also performed at numerous festivals, making them the perfect choice for any celebration or event....

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Invidia

5 stars - Invidia are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews
Number of members: 7 Norfolk
7 piece function band specialising in weddings and corporate events. Invidia know how many different age ranges and music tastes come together at such events and have therefore put together 2 live sets of music covering anything from 60’s-00s & Soul to current hits to keep you and your guests on the dancefloor. ...

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New Light

5 stars - New Light are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Essex
New Light are an energetic party band with an outstanding repertoire guaranteed to keep the dancefloor jumping! With big sing-a-long anthems from the latest Indie & Pop to classic Rock, Soul & more, New Light ensure that there's something for everyone to party to!...

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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!...

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Sonic Machine

5 stars - Sonic Machine are Highly Recommended 24 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Cambridgeshire
Sonic Machine are a 5-piece, male lead rock and pop band with a fantastic brass section available as an extra option. Performing perfect fun & up-tempo party music from the 1960’s to 2007, the band will ‘go sonic’ for all weddings and private parties!...

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Alpha

5 stars - Alpha are Highly Recommended 21 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Alpha are a fresh & exciting function band covering absolutely everything from current chart hits to classic floor fillers. From Jessie J to Jocelyn Brown, Alpha will have the whole venue on their feet, yound & old!...

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Maverick Party Band

5 stars - Maverick Party Band are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Essex
A superb 6 piece party band who have performed for Pinewood Studios, Disney, BMW, The Royal Navy & many more prestigious clients. With a diverse repertoire that spans the decades, plus both male and female vocals, Maverick Party Band are the perfect choice to add a touch of class to your event....

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New Frequencies

5 stars - New Frequencies are Highly Recommended 26 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
New Frequencies are a male & female led rock & pop band playing hits from The Beatles to The Killers, Lady Gaga. They provide a free disco option, & come with a great quality PA system as standard. A real talent & great for dancing to!...

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Riser
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5 stars - Riser are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Riser are a fantastically polished, experienced and highly professional all-male 4 piece live rock & pop band. With previous experience headlining corporate events including The Carlsberg Festival, ITV Awards and Rugby League, as well as working with artists such as Take That, Tony Hadley and more; Riser guarantee to keep everyone on the dance floor all night long....

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Festival Anthems Band

5 stars - Festival Anthems Band are Highly Recommended 25 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Essex
Festival Anthems are a high-energy rock covers band, perfect for keeping your event fresh, current, and unforgettable. Festival Anthems deliver non-stop anthems that get the crowd moving and leave a lasting impression....

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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....

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Starstruck

5 stars - Starstruck are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Essex
Starstruck are a four-piece party band captivating audiences since 2020 with their versatile performances and infectious energy. Specialising in Rock, Pop, and Soul hits from artists like Taylor Swift, Stevie Wonder, Dua Lipa, Whitney, The Killers and more, they adapt seamlessly to any event, making them a top choice for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and festivals....

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Sound Of The Commitments
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5 stars - (The Commitments) Sound of the Commitments are Highly Recommended 16 Reviews
Number of members: 10 Essex
One of the most authentic tributes to The Commitments, this band have truly emulated the original sound. Uncanny look & soundalike to Andrew Strong, singer Neal is backed by a passionate band committed to making your event amazing!...

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The Start Ups

5 stars - The Start Ups are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Hertfordshire
With experience performing at Hyde Park, Ibiza Rocks, V Festival and Glastonbury, as well as supporting the likes of Mark Ronson, La Roux and Deadmau5, The Start Ups are a professional, energetic 5 piece band who perform a range of songs from the 50's to modern day chart hits....

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Summer Tide

5 stars - Summer Tide are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Cambridgeshire
A powerhouse party trio ready to kickstart your party! From Elvis to Fall Out Boy, Stevie Wonder to The Strokes, Wheatus to Madness and more, Summer Tide bring you the biggest and best Pop, Rock and Indie!...

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The Earls Of Swing

5 stars - The Earls Of Swing are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Fronted by a smooth, charismatic Jazz singer and accompanied by a hugely talented band; The Earls of Swing are a cool and classy quartet who perform a great selection of the 40's and 50's classics you all know and love, from iconic artists such as Frank Sinatra, Sammie Davis Junior, Dean Martin & more!...

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Neon Country

5 stars - Neon Country are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Cambridgeshire
Bringing the best honky-tonk country classics and deep cuts this side of the Atlantic, we’re a raucous, boot-stomping band delivering 10 gallons of bar-room twang! We never fail to get people dancing and having a great time....

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Playback Band

5 stars - Playback Band are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Norfolk
With 27 years of global acclaim, Playback Band thrills audiences worldwide. From cruise ships and 5 star hotels to events for corporate giants like British Airways and Coca Cola, their versatility and professionalism shines. Armed with top-tier equipment and a vast repertoire spanning the 50's to 2000's, this 5 piece band promises an unforgettable experience....

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Funk Haus

5 stars - Funk Haus are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Funk Haus were specially designed to make you dance! With a powerhouse sound & set list jam-packed with the biggest floor fillers and iconic anthems, this 4-piece band provide the ultimate in mash-ups, medleys & all thing’s ‘party’!...

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Zest

5 stars - Zest are Highly Recommended 24 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Full of fun, high energy & incredible music, Zest are a friendly, professional band who work non-stop to make your event’s entertainment amazing! With one aim; to keep your dance floor full, expect to hear music from the likes of Chuck Berry, Abba, Ed Sheeran, Dolly Parton, Bruno Mars, The Killers, Whitney, The Beatles, Rhianna & many more!...

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The McQueens

5 stars - The McQueens are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Kent
The McQueens are a professional, lively & exciting 5 piece band. With both male & female lead vocals, their dynamic live set is regularly updated with classic & current songs from Dolly Parton, The Beatles, Kings Of Leon, Adele & loads more!...

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The Sunken Beats

5 stars - The Sunken Beats are Highly Recommended 19 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Hertfordshire
The Sunken Beats are a 6 piece party band (complete with a dedicated sound engineer) who have graced hundreds of events across the UK. Offering a diverse range of musical styles, including 90s RnB, intense rock, indie anthems, and irresistible disco hits, this professionally trained band will have you and your guests dancing into the night!...

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A wedding band is a group of musicians who specialise in playing live music for weddings. There’s a huge range of wedding bands you can choose from, depending on the style of wedding you’re planning and the vibe you’d like to create, including:

Each type of band will help you to create a personalised ambiance for your special day, be it the warm, intimate feel of an acoustic and roaming band, the light, romantic atmosphere of an upbeat jazz band, or the fun, rocking feel of a wedding party band.

Many bands offer pared-down or acoustic ensembles to entertain your guests in the daytime, and can provide music tailored specially for your romantic bridal procession, as well as headlining the party as your main evening entertainment.

Offering a self-contained entertainment package, wedding bands will provide everything they need for their performance, including sound and lighting equipment, so there’s no need to hire any additional kit.

Their sets are specifically tailored to weddings, and they will often travel large distances to perform.

The cost of wedding bands varies, depending on the line-up, and the options each band offers. In the last 12 months, the average price of a wedding band in Ipswich was £1,800 including travel costs.

The table below shows the range of fees for different types of wedding bands:

Type of Artist	Cost Range
Rock and Pop wedding party bands	£750 - £3000 (3-piece) £800 - £4000 (4-piece) £1100 - £5000 (5-piece) £1400 - £27000 (6-piece or bigger)
Upbeat and Dixieland Jazz bands	£660 - £1,800
Acoustic and Roaming bands	£380 - £2000 (Duos) £750 - £2000 (3-piece) £850 - £3600 (4-piece or bigger)
Soul Wedding Bands	£1100 - £3600 (5-piece) £1600 - £5000 (6-piece) £2100 - £7500 (7-piece and bigger)
Rat Pack and Swing bands	£1000 - £2500 (4-piece) £1100 - £3000 (5-6-piece) £1000 - £5000 (7-piece and bigger)

Booking a band who are local to your venue is a great way to reduce cost, as any travel fees will be minimal. The home town of all Alive Network wedding bands are included on their profile pages, and your Entertainment Coordinator can recommend the best bands near to your venue. However, you don’t need to limit your search to just local bands – your perfect band maybe willing to travel at nominal cost!

Wedding bands play a real assortment of rock and pop music from the 1950s to current chart acts, performing hits sure to make you move your feet. A standard set list may include song from artists such as:

Alicia Keys
Amy Winehouse
Andy Williams
Aretha Franklin
Billie Holliday
Blur
Bruno Mars
Coldplay
Daft Punk
Dean Martin
Duke Ellington
Ed Sheeran
Ella Fitzgerald
Ellie Goulding
Elvis
Frank Sinatra
Jackie Wilson
James Brown
Jess Glynne
Kings of Leon
KT Tunstall
Louis Armstrong
Marvin Gaye
Michael Bublé
Michael Jackson
Nat King Cole
Nina Simone
Oasis
Otis Redding
Robbie Williams
Sammy Davis Junior
Snow Patrol
Stevie Wonder
Taylor Swift
The Beatles
The Jam
The Killers
The Rolling Stones
Van Morrison
Wild Cherry

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

1. Rock and pop wedding party bands

Often the main evening entertainment at weddings, rock and pop wedding party bands will perform a lively and dynamic set, perfect to fill the dancefloor at your evening reception. Most bands will offer a range of classic and modern rock and pop music, from the 1950s to current chart hits – tracks that the majority of your wedding guests will know and want to party to! They will cover music from the likes of The Beatles, The Jam, Stevie Wonder, Bruno Mars and Taylor Swift.

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2. Upbeat jazz bands

Upbeat jazz bands perform classic toe-tapping jazz music for a happy, sophisticated and romantic mood at your wedding celebrations. Sometimes featuring a singer and sometimes instrumental, these bands can range in styles from Gypsy Jazz, Latin Jazz, and modern pop songs with a vintage Jazz twist. For a more standard approach, you can expect traditional jazz tunes like I Get A Kick Out Of You, Cheek to Cheek, My Baby Just Cares for Me, I Can’t Give You Anything But Love, from artists such as Billie Holliday, Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald.

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3. Dixieland jazz bands

Incorporating traditional jazz, Charleston music and the sounds of New Orleans, Dixieland jazz bands traditionally play over a 2-beat rhythm, blending trumpets, trombones, and clarinets with a rhythm section. Usually, one instrument will play a melody and the other instruments improvise around that, giving a really loose and fun performance style. You can expect a Dixieland jazz band to cover Dixieland artists like Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Kid Ory and Duke Ellington.

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4. Acoustic & roaming bands

Whatever atmosphere you’d like to create, acoustic and roaming bands can offer a variety of engaging unplugged musical vibes, ranging from chilled-out to lively and high-tempo, and everywhere in between! Acoustic and roaming bands can be an exciting, quirky, and interactive option for your wedding. Always warm and intimate, they’re perfect for a relaxed wedding ceremony, a laidback, playful drinks reception, and a fun evening wedding reception. Unbound by cables, some bands wander among your guests as they perform. Some offer the option of ‘jukebox’-style song requests off the cuff, and exciting musical mash-ups, getting everyone involved! From traditional guitar-based acoustic bands to a capella barbershop quartets, mariachi, and bluegrass bands, our artists cover a broad range of styles and genres. Most will also include versions of popular chart music, to amuse and entertain, from Bon Jovi and The Beatles to Lady Gaga and Justin Timberlake.

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5. Soul bands

With origins in RnB (rhythm and blues), jazz, and gospel music, the music that soul bands perform combine tantalising tempos and strong, heart-felt vocals. A soul band will perform songs from artists such as James Brown, Little Richard, Jackie Wilson, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, and Otis Redding. Most will also perform a soulful twist on modern classics, and tunes by artists like Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars, Beyoncé and Rihanna.

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6. Rat Pack and swing bands

If you’re looking for a cool, modern vintage wedding theme, Rat Pack and swing bands are ideal. Equally smooth and glitzy, these bands will cover Rat Pack classics by Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior and Dean Martin, and – with one foot in the jazz camp – they will also perform a range of timeless hits spanning the last 70 years, including music by Louis Armstrong, Nina Simone, and Glenn Miller. Most will perform modern hits in a swing style, such as Michael Bublé and Robbie Williams, which you and your guests will love! You can choose to have the full, big band experience to raise the roof, or opt for a toned-down version, according to the vibe you’d like to create at your wedding.

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Typically the headline evening entertainment, wedding bands can provide the perfect atmosphere for various stages of your wedding day, offering a complete wedding entertainment solution. Most can offer smaller ensembles or soloists to play romantic acoustic music for the procession, ceremony, the signing of the register, and the recession. They can also perform live background music for the wedding drinks reception and wedding breakfast, where you and your guests can happily chat and enjoy each other’s company.

The evening entertainment can be turned up a few notches, with additional members and instruments added to perform a dynamic and energetic party set. A wedding band can play music for the all-important first dance too, with many offering the option to learn a special song of your choice, given enough notice. They can also provide a DJ option so that you and your guests can party all night.

The benefit of booking one band for the whole day’s celebration is that costs and logistics are minimal, particularly compared with the option of hiring several separate performers for your wedding day.

Space considerations at your event

A typical 4-piece band will need a space of roughly 4m width × 3m depth to perform comfortably. For approximate requirements, see ‘How much space will a wedding band need?’ below.

Volume - How loud is a wedding band?

To some extent, the volume of your band will be dictated by the line-up, instruments and room acoustics at your venue. Live bands can give exhilarating evening performances, and their volume often reflects this – usually in the region of 95 dB – 110 dB. The sound will obviously be quieter if you opt for a smaller, pared down or acoustic version for your daytime entertainment.

If your wedding venue has volume restrictions or has a sound limiter fitted, many wedding bands offer an electronic drum kit option which can lessen the overall volume of the band. You can find our sound limiter friendly bands here.

If offering the option to perform background music or music for a wedding ceremony, the musicians will play in a tone and volume to match with your event needs.

Our wedding bands usually offer two 60-minute performances, though many can perform for longer if needed. You could spread out a two-hour performance by splitting it into three 40-minute sets. Most bands are flexible to fit in with your evening, and will usually take a break of around 15 minutes between sets, during which time they will provide background music from an MP3 player or laptop.

If providing the evening entertainment, a wedding band would typically arrive at 6pm, get set up and perform that all-important sound check by 7.30pm to 8pm, get changed and ready to start the first performance by around 9pm. The second performance would then start around 10.30pm, until a normal curfew of midnight. Many wedding bands offer longer performances or DJ sets at an additional cost, including finishing times of 1am and 2am. You can find the booking options on each wedding band’s profile page. These times serve as an example – the band will always liaise with you and will tailor what they are doing on the night to your particular needs.

The list below shows approximately how much space wedding bands of different sizes require:

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

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

Some busy city hotels require bands to load in via a supplier’s entrance, using a shared staff elevator, which can increase set up times.

Following their performance, it takes a wedding band around 45 – 60 minutes to pack down and load out.

Most wedding bands need:

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

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

If you are planning a large wedding with over 200 guests, you may need to hire a separate PA system to fill the large venue. Your dedicated Entertainment Coordinator will be happy to discuss the requirements for specific wedding bands.

Aside from finding some of the best Wedding Bands in the UK and getting expert advice from our friendly staff, one of the main reasons to hire a Wedding 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 Wedding 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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What you will need in order to apply?

High quality audio recordings and promotional photos
Good quality, reliable equipment & your own transport
A setlist of music suited to weddings
Smart formal stage clothes, suited to weddings
A PA system & stage lighting suited to audiences of up to 200 people
Reliable, professional band mates

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Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 01782 740 839 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

Reviews From Couples In Ipswich

We really appreciate being considered to provide the entertainment for your dream wedding! Hundreds of couples in Ipswich have trusted us with finding the ideal band for their big day, and you can read their recent reviews below, or click to see hundreds more in our review centre.

Resident Heroes Wedding Band Review Wedding Suffolk

5 stars - Resident Heroes are Highly Recommended

“Matt and the band were absolutely phenomenal! They smashed our 1st dance song (nothing else matters). Which was followed by an acoustic set to get everyone dancing. Once the acoustic set was finished the band went in with the proper rock music which everyone loved and it really made the night ama...”

Jourdan booked Resident Heroes for their wedding in Ipswich

The Hot Shots Wedding Band Review Wedding Suffolk

5 stars - The Hot Shots are Highly Recommended

“We booked the Hot Shots for our wedding after seeing and hearing their material online, and could not be happier with the performance they gave. They were energetic, creative, got the crowd going and had an excellent set list. Really appreciated their mash-ups of different songs which worked so well...”

Alexander B booked The Hot Shots for their wedding in Ipswich

Joyriders Wedding Band Review Wedding Suffolk

5 stars - Joyriders are Highly Recommended

“Joyriders were absolutely brilliant from start to finish. All four band mates were so friendly and helpful throughout. The acoustic set fitted in perfectly before the party got going in the evening. The band judged the atmosphere perfectly and most importantly were just awesome as a live act. ...”

Phil W booked Joyriders for their wedding in Ipswich

Rambling Band Wedding Band Review Wedding Suffolk

5 stars - Rambling Band are Highly Recommended

“They guys were fab! Lots of great feedback from our guests and the venue. Really easy to work with and took on a few odd song requests! Thank you for getting up and playing an impromptu set with my dad and uncle in the break too!”

Lucy B booked Rambling Band for their wedding in Ipswich

Wedding Venues We Love In Ipswich

You can feel reassured that we've worked with most of the popular wedding venues in Ipswich. We take care of all the details to ensure your day is a success, liaising with your venue and covering all the bases. Here is a small selection of the local venues where our bands have performed...

Wherry Quay
Kesgrave Hall IP5 2PU
Crowe Hall IP9 2SQ
Adastral Hub IP5 3RE
David Lloyd Ipswich IP3 9SJ
Lux Farm IP5 1DA
The Barrandov Opera Company IP6 8EZ
Waterfront Building IP4 1QJ
Novotel Ipswich Centre Hotel IP1 1UP
Manor Farm Cottages IP6 0RG
The Royal Hospital School IP9 2RX
Henley Community Centre IP6 0RP

The Marquis IP7 5JZ
Saint Peter's Dock
Premier Inn Ipswich South Hotel IP2 8ND
Marquis Suffolk IP7 5JZ
Best Western Claydon Country House Hotel IP6 0AR
Bramford Golf Centre IP8 4JS
Tye House IP8 4LA
Venue 16 IP4 3QJ
Priory Hall IP7 5AZ
Wherstead Park IP9 2BJ
Mulberry Hall IP8 3DP
The Forge Kitchen IP3 0AE

The Barrandov Opera IP6 8HG
All Hallows Church IP3 0EN
Jimmy's Farm IP9 2AP
Christchurch Mansion & Wolsey Art Gallery IP4 2BE
Isaacs on the Quay IP4 1AS
Loch Fyne restaurant IP3 0AE
Thatched Barn IP6 9QY
The Bramford Cock IP8 4DT
Ipswich High School IP9 1AZ
The Flying Horse Cafe & Pub IP1 5NW
The Tudor Barn Belstead IP8 3JT
Wattisham Airfield IP7

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