Reading Wedding Bands for Music Loving Couples

Hire The Best Local Wedding Bands In Reading.

Discover Reading's highest rated wedding bands, playing live music to suit each part of your day. We have over 52 trusted acts available, with instant online prices, and 17737 customer reviews. With 26 years experience booking bands at local wedding venues like Wokefield Park, Ufton Court and Stanlake Park Wine Estate, hiring a wedding band in Reading couldn't be easier. From dance floor fillers to intimate acoustic and jazz, we'll help you find your perfect music match. Let's get started...

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!...

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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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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!...

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Beat Banditos

5 stars - Beat Banditos are Highly Recommended 64 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Beat Banditos are a crazy trio of rock n pop - loving Mariachi musicians, who will wander amongst your guests & perform a variety of popular songs in a Mexican style! Covering music from Lady GaGa to Guns & Roses, this fun loving trio are unforgettable!...

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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....

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The Wanderful Four
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5 stars - The Wanderful Four are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
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*...

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The Futuristic Gramophones
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5 stars - The Futuristic Gramophones are Highly Recommended 40 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Delivering a stylish performance of timeless jazz classics plus modern pop hits rearranged in the same vintage fashion, The Futuristic Gramophones are the perfect mix of old meets new! Effortlessly cool, this fun yet classy trio give the music of Taylor Swift, The White Stripes, Van Morrison & more, a big vintage makeover!...

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Fresh

5 stars - Fresh are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
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....

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Bella And The Bourbon Boys
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5 stars - Bella And The Bourbon Boys are Highly Recommended 74 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Inspired by the American band Postmodern Jukebox, Alive Network’s exclusive swing jazz quintet Bella and the Bourbon Boys give a retro spin to events with their vintage Jazz covers of pop songs, including hits from Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi and many more!...

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Tones And The Beat

5 stars - Tones And The Beat are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Surrey
Meet Tones and the Beat, a duo famed for their electrifying medleys of pop, hip-hop, R&B, and garage hits. With soulful vocals and live drums/electronic FX, they deliver an immense sound and unforgettable stage presence covering artists such as Basement Jaxx, Beyonce, Sweet Female Attitude, Clean Bandit, Miss Dynamite, Lizzo and many more! Often performing alongside UK electronic music giants, this professional act has a wealth of experience having graced stages across Europe and the USA!...

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Motor City Soul
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5 stars - Motor City Soul are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 7 London
Playing some of the greatest tunes ever written, Motor City Soul delivers joyful renditions of classic Motown, Atlantic and disco classics. Available as a 7, 8 or 9 piece band, Motor City Soul brings a show that appeals to all generations....

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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!...

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Rakish Paddy
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5 stars - Rakish Paddy are Highly Recommended 35 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
A lively ceilidh band featuring brilliant musicians and an optional inspiring caller. Performing traditional Irish, Scottish & Country music, Rakish Paddy will bring a marvellous atmosphere to any party or gathering!...

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The Storyville Strutters
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5 stars - The Storyville Strutters are Highly Recommended 26 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
A highly trained & experienced group of musicians specialising in traditional New Orleans (Dixieland) style Jazz. From a trio play low key background music to a full band perfect for dancing, The Storyville Strutters can cater for all events!...

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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....

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Riptide
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5 stars - Riptide are Highly Recommended 156 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!...

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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!...

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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!...

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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!...

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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!...

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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!...

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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....

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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....

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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!...

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Joyriders
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5 stars - Joyriders are Highly Recommended 196 Reviews
Number of members: 3 East Sussex
Joyriders are the ultimate when it comes to live entertainment. A high energy 3 piece rock and pop band covering the biggest and best artists from Stevie Wonder to the Killers and much more in between. Joyriders are hugely experienced and have lit up stages all over the UK and beyond. Expect nothing but hits and dancefloor fillers all night long with some of the industries best musicians....

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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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Glowstar
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5 stars - Glowstar are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Surrey
Professional party trio Glowstar guarantee a fun-loving set list that guests of all ages will know & love! Performing floor-filling hits from The Rolling Stones, Kings Of Leon, James Brown, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars & many more, this energetic band are the perfect choice for any celebration wanting a full dance floor & sore feet!...

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Gummy Bear Killers

5 stars - Gummy Bear Killers are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Buckinghamshire
Gummy Bear Killers love to make your party one to remember, they deliver a professional, slick and sensational performance. Gummy Bear Killers are a 4 piece who provide a full show band sound in a smaller neater package. Gummy Bear Killers are available across the UK and Internationally....

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ViVo
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5 stars - ViVo are Highly Recommended 47 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Modern, energetic & ready to party! With the use of cool backing tracks (no cheese here!), Vivo make a big noise covering music from Beyonce, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran & more! Members are industry experts having over 10 years of performance experience (career highlights include Shepherd's Bush Empire, numerous 02 venues, Ronnie Scotts, BBC1's Pitch Battle & more!). Book this band and get dancing!...

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Legends of Soul
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5 stars - Legends of Soul are Highly Recommended 34 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Hertfordshire
Legends of Soul is the UK's hottest new wedding and party band, featuring top-tier musicians united by their passion for Soul and Motown. With electrifying performances and an infectious energy, we’ll have your guests on their feet all night long!...

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Blue Mojitos

5 stars - Blue Mojitos are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Berkshire
Blue Mojitos are a classy & stylish jazz band, performing a wide selection of tracks, from classic standards through to modern day favourites. They possess the experience and professionalism needed to provide the perfect accompaniment for your event....

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Silver St Dixie Trio
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5 stars - Silver St Dixie Trio are Highly Recommended 42 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Hertfordshire
Silver St Dixie Trio are a superb combination of excellent musicianship and wonderful visuals. Their traditional attire adds that authentic feel to any special event....

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Lilac Avenue

Number of members: 4 Berkshire
LILAC AVENUE! A vibrant and electrifying party band brimming with passion! Stylistically diverse and armed with a killer repertoire filled with all of your favourites spanning the last seven decades. Lilac Avenue's talented musicians are experienced playing to audiences of up to 5000 people, performing in theatres, festivals, and venues across the UK and Europe!...

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Roaming Free
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5 stars - Roaming Free are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Roaming Free are a superb wandering acoustic band, available as a trio, four piece or six piece line up. The trio features three-part vocal harmonies, saxophone & 2 acoustic guitars. Their incredible interactive performances are always a big hit with guests, and include hits from the 50's to the present charts....

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Northern Star
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5 stars - Northern Star are Highly Recommended 44 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Northern Star are a full-blown festival styled extravaganza! Bringing you a folksy, bluegrass feel with original & quirky interpretations of classic & contemporary hits, you won't be able to keep your dance moves under control!...

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Soho Cool
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5 stars - Soho Cool are Highly Recommended 26 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Soho Cool are a slick & professional jazz trio made up of some of London’s finest jazz musicians. With a reputation that is second to none, Soho Cool provides unrivalled sophistication, versatility, reliability & a touch of quality to every event!...

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TCC
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5 stars - TCC are Highly Recommended 62 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Berkshire
No strangers to full dance floors, TCC are an experienced collective performing energetic sets full of dance classics. Offering flexible line ups, plus sophisticated dinner sets, TCC are trusted by some of the biggest names around having performed for Grosvenor Casinos, English National Ballet & more!...

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The Rhythm

5 stars - The Rhythm are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Hampshire
Providing a breathtaking evening of live entertainment, The Rhythm are true professionals with a show-stopping repertoire! With floor-filling music from must-have classics to the coolest, newest chart hits, The Rhythm's special live sets will create an event to remember forever!...

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The Dons
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5 stars - The Dons are Highly Recommended 147 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Buckinghamshire
For those seeking a dynamic, professional, and effortlessly cool pop/rock band, look no further than The Dons. This tight-knit trio is all about striking the perfect balance to elevate your event. With a huge list of prestigious happy clients, The Dons provide an amazing setlist for your event, performing songs by Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, The Rolling Stones and so many more....

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Rock Til Dawn

5 stars - Rock Til Dawn are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Berkshire
Keeping' you on the dancefloor with the absolute best in Rock, Indie, Pop Punk, Rock n Roll and Pop music, Rock Til Dawn will have your guests dancing, jumping and raising the roof to the best anthems from all eras! From indie classics by the likes of Arctic Monkeys and The Strokes to infectious Pop-Rock from Blink 182 and McFly plus unforgettable sing-alongs from Oasis to Kings Of Leon, this incredible party band delivers an experience that truly feels like attending a live concert!...

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Lollipop

5 stars - Lollipop are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Buckinghamshire
Available as a 4, 5 or 6-piece and covering music from the Rolling Stones to Jessie J, female-fronted party band Lollipop offer something for everyone in their energetic live sets! Professional in every way, members have worked with Bruno Mars, Mariah Carey & John Newman!...

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Southern Dukebox

5 stars - Southern Dukebox are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Berkshire
Working tirelessly to get everyone in the party spirit, Southern Dukebox are an entertaining party band with one aim; to be the kind of band they’d want at their own parties and weddings! Performing songs everyone knows and loves, the band’s feel-good repertoire spans classic tracks from the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Wonder and Elvis to the latest chart hits from Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Kings of Leon and more!...

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Stardust
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5 stars - Stardust are Highly Recommended 27 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Performing a fine blend of Rat Pack classics, Soul favourites and the best dance floor hits; Stardust are a sophisticated, versatile band that will keep you and your guests on the dance floor all night long. 4, 5 or 6 piece line-ups available....

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Leader

5 stars - Leader are Highly Recommended 15 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
A fun band with great talent, Leader's repertoire spans from the 60s to present day including artists such as the Beatles to Maroon 5. Whether you want a loud & lively party or a more ambient set, Leader's experience & musicianship delivers every time!...

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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....

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Soiree

5 stars - Soiree are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Surrey
Soiree are an eclectic, professional and entertaining band of professional musicians, bringing energetic performances to weddings and functions across the UK. With notable performances at the prestigious Glastonbury Festival, The Hilton Hotel (London), and Proctor & Gambles Christmas Party, Soiree are quickly becoming one of the most sought after bands in the capital....

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Youth Overrided
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5 stars - Youth Overrided are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Filling your dance floor & putting your vocal cords to the test, Youth Overrided never fail to create a huge party atmosphere! Performing the very best Rock, Pop, Soul, Indie & more, the band offer something for everyone with music spanning the 50s through to today's latest chart hits!...

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The Kings

5 stars - The Kings are Highly Recommended 11 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Surrey
Showcasing musical expertise, combined with infectious energy and a rich live sound, The Kings ensure your guests will be up on their feet and dancing in no time! Working from an engaging setlist designed with everyone in mind!!...

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Motown Vogue

5 stars - Motown Vogue are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 7 Surrey
Take you & your guests back to the 60s & 70s with the truly authentic & charismatic Motown Vogue. This 7 piece band perform classics from artists such as Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5 & more! Vocal Trio also available!...

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Giant

5 stars - Giant are Highly Recommended 20 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
A big music lover looking for a real live music experience? Giant are the band for you! Mixing must-have party classics with wave-making tracks from across the eras, Giant’s exciting live sets celebrate music from artists such as The Beatles, Bowie, Stevie Wonder, Bruno Mars, The Stones, Timberlake, James Brown and even, Will Smith!...

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Brightlights

5 stars - Brightlights are Highly Recommended 25 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Hampshire
Brightlights are a cool and contemporary party band, combining classics with modern rock pop and indie from the likes of Bruno Mars, The Beatles, Swedish House Mafia, King Of Leon and The Lumineers. This band know how to throw a party!...

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Your questions answered

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 Reading 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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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.

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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

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 01782 740 839 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

Rave Reviews From Reading Couples

We really appreciate being considered to provide the entertainment for your dream wedding! Hundreds of couples in Reading 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.

The Premonitions Wedding Band Review Wedding Berkshire

5 stars - The Premonitions are Highly Recommended

“The band were great from start to finish, really nice guys, very friendly. They got the party started and they got everyone up dancing all night! All the guests loved them and couldn’t say enough how brilliant they were! Would 100% recommend this band, the choice of songs were great, had something f...”

Emma W booked The Premonitions for their wedding in Reading

The Rips Wedding Band Review Wedding Berkshire

5 stars - The Rips are Highly Recommended

“Dear The Rips, What can we say...you were brilliant! We really wanted an upbeat party atmosphere for the evening of our wedding, and you guys definitely provided it! All our friends have said you were fantastic, particularly those that joined you on stage! There wasn't a single point during the even...”

Dom F booked The Rips for their wedding at Herons Farm in Reading

Hit-It Wedding Band Review Wedding Berkshire

5 stars - Hit-It are Highly Recommended

“Hit-It! were exceptional and made the night, I am going to tell everyone about you! ”

David M booked Hit-It for their wedding in Reading

The Dons Wedding Band Review Wedding Berkshire

5 stars - The Dons are Highly Recommended

“They played to the crowd well. They chose good songs based on how the crowd reacted. They even let me go on stage with them. The DJ set was just a laptop playing, which I was fine with as they had put songs in I had requested before. Only problem was they were a bit slow to reply to emails.”

Luke H booked The Dons for their wedding in Reading

Wedding Venues In Reading We've Worked With

You can feel reassured that we've worked with most of the popular wedding venues in Reading. 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...

Hardwick Estate RG8 7RD
The Barn RG8 8DR
Douai Abbey RG7 5TQ
L'Ortolan RG2 9BY
Reading Golf Club RG4 8SQ
Pipers Island RG4 8AH
Stratfield Saye RG7 2BZ
Magpie and Parrot RG2 9EA
Charvil Village Hall RG10 9TR
The Swan in Pangbourne RG8 7DU
Highland Wood House RG4 9HB
Sheeplands Farm RG10 8DL
Hilton Reading RG2 0GQ
Thames Lido RG1 8FR
Ufton Court RG7 4HD

The Old Mill RG7 4LB
The Meadow Suite RG6 6UA
Calcot Park Junior Golf Academy RG31 7RN
The Mill At Sonning Ltd RG4 6TY
Yeomanry House RG1 7TA
The Hatch Gate RG30 3TH
De Vere Wokefield Estate RG7 3AE
Cotswold Sports Centre RG31 6SL
South Street Arts Centre RG1 4QU
pentahotel Reading RG1 7RH
The Spring Inn RG7 5HP
Rajmoni Cuisine RG6 3HD
Mansion House RG30 2ND
The Great House at Sonning RG4 6UT
Holiday Inn RG1 8BD

The Horns RG10 8LY
The Black Barn RG7 6DL
Bradfield College RG7 6BZ
The French Horn RG4 6TN
Goring Social Club RG8 9BA
The Ufton Court Educational Trust RG7 4HD
Stanlake Park Wine Estate RG10 0BN
BJ's Bingo RG2 0BS
Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel RG31 7QN
Wokefield Park RG7 3AE
The Mill House RG7 1PT
Castle Royle Golf & Country Club RG10 9XA
Wokefield Estate Golf Club RG7 3AE
Thames Valley Park Nature Reserve RG6 1PT
Berkshire County Sports Club RG4 6ST

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