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Hand-picked for music loving couples in Southend, discover 52 of the best local wedding bands. From jazz and acoustic, to dance floor filling party anthems - we'll help you find your perfect music match. Working with local wedding venues like Ocean Beach and the Roslin Beach Hotel, we take care of all the details so all you need to worry about is having fun. Hire an incredible wedding band in Southend with Alive Network today.

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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!...

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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 Highlife

5 stars - The Highlife are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Kent
The Highlife are a young, contemporary party band with a vast playlist of modern chart hits, as well as classics from 60’s upwards. With both male & female vocals, The Highlife are a versatile group that tailor their set list to suit you & your guests!...

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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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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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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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Thrift Shop

5 stars - Thrift Shop are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Thrift Shop are a unique, fun & cool band with a huge sound! Specialising in urban, dance and pop covers, Thrift Shop are a band like no other and guarantee to get you on the dance floor with music from Daft Punk to Drake to Calvin Harris...

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Neon Carnival Band

5 stars - Neon Carnival Band are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Kent
There is simply nothing else like Neon Carnival Band in the entire world! A fluorescent super-band guaranteed to blow your mind, this incredible group will leave your guests speechless with their neon instruments, bespoke party-inducing repertoire and legendary sound! Get ready for an experience like no other!...

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The Glitz Band

Number of members: 7 Kent
One of the most luxurious, innovative & unique showbands around, The Glitz Band dazzle every stage they grace! Raising the bar for luxury events around the globe, this exceptional live showband feature high spec, customised instruments covered in stunning crystals plus a crowd-pleasing repertoire performed by some of the most gifted musicians & vocalists around! Get ready to experience the magic!...

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Swing Stars

5 stars - Swing Stars are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Kent
Young & stylish with a unique feel to their sound, Swing Stars are a swinging sensation guaranteed to make your event! Whether you are looking to relax & unwind to the sound of Jazz or Swing your way to the dance floor & have a great time moving to the sounds of Buble and Sinatra, you have come to the right place!...

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Twisted Swing

5 stars - Twisted Swing are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Kent
A fun, exciting & unique swing 5-9 band with a modern twist! Performing music in a cool, vintage style, Twisted Swing are one of the best entertainment spectacles around. The band have previously supported Olly Murs, performed at The Savoy & Indigo 02 & even entertained guests at Harvey Nichols' Christmas Party!...

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Guide For Weddings in Southend

Everything you'll need to know

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 Southend-on-Sea 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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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 From Couples In Southend

We really appreciate being considered to provide the entertainment for your dream wedding! Hundreds of couples in Southend-on-Sea 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 Sonics Wedding Band Review Wedding Essex

5 stars - The Sonics are Highly Recommended

“The Sonics were incredible and such genuine lovely people. Our wedding dancefloor was full the whole night and we didn't want them to finish! Tom was great and made everything seamless throughout the planning. Will definitely be booking them again for future celebrations :) N & P”

Natalie S booked The Sonics for their wedding in Southend-on-Sea

The Dukes Wedding Band Review Wedding Essex

5 stars - The Dukes are Highly Recommended

“Not only are these guys talented musicians but great fun too. They created some of the best memories of our day and we cannot thank them enough, they did a great mix to keep the dance floor filled, our favourites and even some to slow dance to! Everyone loved that we had a live band and I hope I get...”

Natalie T booked The Dukes for their wedding in Southend-on-Sea

Anthemix Wedding Band Review Wedding Essex

5 stars - Anthemix are Highly Recommended

“Anthemix absolutely nailed it. We filled out their form and had a chat with them before the wedding day, and they really got the vibe we were aiming for. They modified the sets as the night went on and played everything from wedding classics, to 90s dance remixes, ending on emo classics that my husb...”

Rebekah B booked Anthemix for their wedding in Southend-on-Sea

Hit-It Wedding Band Review Wedding Essex

5 stars - Hit-It are Highly Recommended

“We just wanted to send you a quick message to say thank you so much for playing our wedding! All our guests thought you were incredible and we had so much fun! Chris and Naomi Bird”

Chris B booked Hit-It for their wedding in Southend-on-Sea

Our Favourite Wedding Venues In Southend

You can feel reassured that we've worked with most of the popular wedding venues in Southend-on-Sea. 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...

Park Inn by Radisson Palace SS1 2AL
Room 24 SS1 2ER
Bournemouth Park Bowling Club SS2 4JR
Muthu Westcliff Hotel SS0 7QW
TBC Secure Solutions - CCTV Installations SS9 4PR
The Boundary Essex SS2 4FA
The Royal Hotel SS1 1JE
McDonald's SS2 4BN
Ambleside Social Club SS1 2UP

The Boatyard SS9 2EN
Cliffs Pavilion SS0 7RA
Thorpe Bay beach SS1 3AD
Sands Bistro / Restaurant SS1 1EE
Saxon Hall SS2 6UN
Park View Suite SSO 8NB
Sutton Road Cemetery SS2 5PX
Ocean Beach SS1 2YG
Thorpe Bay Yacht Club SS1 3NW

Park Inn by Radisson Palace, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2AL
The Roslin Beach Hotel SS1 3BG
Southend Crematorium SS2 5PX
St. Michael's School. SS9 2LP
Southend Rugby Football Club SS2 5RE
The Royals Shopping Centre SS1 1DG
Billy Hundreds Fish n Tapas SS1 2YH
Rega Research SS2 5TE
Arlington Ballroom and Tab Restaurant SS9 3LL

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Looking for Wedding Bands in Southend-on-Sea? Alive Network will help you hire the best local bands with acts available in Basildon, Billericay, Braintree, Brentwood, Brightlingsea, Burnham-On-Crouch, Canvey Island, Chelmsford, Chigwell, Chipping Ongar, Clacton-On-Sea, Colchester, Epping, Frinton-On-Sea, Grays, Great Dunmow, Halstead, Harlow, Harwich, Loughton, Maldon, Rayleigh, Saffron Walden, Southend-on-Sea, Stansted Mountfitchet, Tilbury, Waltham Abbey, Walton-On-The-Naze, West Mersea, Wickford, Witham, Wivenhoe

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