Yorkshire Wedding Bands
Discover The Best Live Wedding Bands For Hire In Yorkshire
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Midnight Train
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Midnight Train are a 4 piece party band hailing from Leeds. They have played together for almost a decade, combining their different styles & passions to c...
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The Marlins
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The Marlins are a 3-piece Rock, Pop and Indie band based in York, who have the experience, tunes, passion and musical ability to make your event completely...
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The Hi-Fi Club
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The Hi-Fi Club is a three-piece pop & rock band ready to rock your party! With a crowd-pleasing repertoire packed with classic hits from The Beatles, The W...
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Viva Lucia
Delivering show-stopping vocals and the best floor fillers around, Viva Lucia are a first class, modern band who know how to throw a party! Covering music ...
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Sonic Waves
Sonic Waves is a high-energy, female-fronted band with years of live experience and an infectious stage presence. Covering iconic hits from the 60s right t...
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Let It Begin
With an extensive range of songs from the past 4 decades, Let It Begin never fail to impress with their perfectly matched voices and silky smooth harmonies...
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Front Runners
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Offering a live show like no other, Front Runners are passionate, energetic & ready for a party! Bringing you the very best floor-filling indie-rock, their...
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The Groove Line
A luxury, energy-driven pop, soul and dance band consisting of some of the UK’s most talented and professional musicians, fronted by a female vocalist with...
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The Right Swipes
Introducing The Right Swipes, a rock and indie 4 piece performing the biggest and best tracks from Sam Fender, The Stone Roses, Oasis, Arctic Monkeys, The ...
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Electric Blue
Electric Blue receive standing ovations and encores wherever they go! With an eclectic and extensive repertoire spanning the decades and genres, this chari...
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Lets Dance
Lets Dance are here to get you and your guests moving all night long. From dance floor bangers, soul and RnB all the way through to chart music from the 70...
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The Rebel 90’s
The Rebel 90's are one of the UK’s leading party bands. Their shows are adaptable, professional and most of all entertaining. Able to tailor their sound to...
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Starling Party Band
Starling Party Band are THE party band, comprised of hugely talented singers and musicians that never fail to impress The Starling Party Band are sure to h...
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Sons of Rhythm
Performing at hundreds of venues UK wide and around parts of Europe, Sons Of Rhythm are a highly respected party trio that know exactly how to bring the ho...
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Red Avenue
Delivering a spectacular & powerful sound, plus the very best Disco, Motown, Soul, Funk & Party Classics, Red Avenue guarantee to get you up on your feet f...
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The Upstarts
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The Upstarts are one of the freshest bands around! Performing music everyone will love, The Upstarts live sets include cool classics from the Beatles and S...
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Up All Night
Super professional 4 piece rock and pop band hailing from the North of England playing nationwide. Bringing the party and providing the best in evening ent...
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We Are Guardians
We Are Guardians are a professional live band with a wealth of experience, fronted by Chris who has toured extensively supporting acts including THE CHARLA...
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Time To Party
Time To Party are a 5 piece band full of energy, personality & a party-starting music! Offering an entertaining repertoire to suit all, Time To Party cover...
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Audio Wave
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If you want an energetic, cool & contemporary band that bring your event to life with their powerful 3-piece harmonies & selection of rock, pop, funk & sou...
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Indie Shakes
Indie Shakes have it all, vocal harmonies, a driving rhythm section even two lead singers. They are able to cater for a huge range of events with the abili...
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Take Cover
Sure to get any crowd up and dancing, Take Cover perform from a killer repertoire full of must have hits! From iconic acts like The Kinks, Queen and Elvis ...
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Riff Kings
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Riff Kings are one of Europe's top party bands. Consisting of of the UK's top professional session musicians, they have performed with The Temptations, Per...
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After Dark
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After Dark are one of the hottest acts on the UK Jazz scene today. With a repertoire of over 150 Jazz Standard's, the group also perform Bossa Novas, Swing...
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The Jukebox Junkies
Unique from any other band, The Jukebox Junkies pride themselves on creating personalised party sets for each and every client! Working with you to create ...
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Big and Horny Brass
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Big and Horny Brass are a friendly Northern seven-piece Funk Brass Band from Yorkshire. With a broad repertoire spanning brass classics and covers of conte...
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Paradise Band
Performing from a huge portfolio of songs that covers an array of genres, from Pop to Rock, Soul, Indie & more! Paradise Band are a fun and lively party ba...
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The Brightsides
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The Brightsides are a vibrant cover band made up of highly experienced professional musicians with many years of performing experience, playing the very be...
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Soul Machine
Soul Machine are a lively, well established Funk & Soul band playing the very best classic & modern hits to get your dance floor moving! Complete with powe...
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Totally Pop
Totally Pop are all about one thing; ensuring you party goes with a BANG! With a wide-ranging repertoire designed to create the best party you've ever host...
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Get Greasy
Get Greasy have been tearing up dance floors together since 2013 and know exactly what it takes to get a party moving. A tight-knit group of seriously tale...
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The Royale
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Fronted by an amazing singer-guitarist with an incredible rock-pop voice, The Royale’s exciting repertoire spans modern day anthems plus a selection of unf...
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JoJo and The Boys
JoJo and The Boys are a female-fronted Pop, Soul and R&B band who will ignite your occasion with an upbeat selection of top party tunes! From party classic...
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The Bentley Brothers Inc
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A high energy and sophisticated musical troupe, blasting out raucous and sophisticated 1920s style arrangements of classic rock and pop. Inviting Taylor Sw...
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Fleur And The Flamingos
Fleur and the Flamingos are a highly talented 4 piece pop band hailing from the musical streets of Manchester. The band perform the latest pop alongside cl...
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The Matt Thomas Big Band
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Matt Thomas & his amazing 11 piece big band recreate the sound of the roaring 40's with wonderful music from Frank Sinatra, Glen Miller & more! With style,...
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Find Local Wedding Bands Across Yorkshire - View By Location
Explore our interactive map to see which wedding bands are based near your venue. Whether you’re getting married in Leeds, York, Sheffield, Harrogate or the Yorkshire countryside, you can quickly identify the most local, travel-efficient options. Choosing a Yorkshire-based band can help minimise travel costs.
Our Guide To Booking A Wedding Band In Yorkshire
Everything you'll need to know
Planning live music for your Yorkshire wedding should feel exciting - not overwhelming. Below you’ll find everything you need to know about hiring a professional wedding band in Yorkshire, from pricing and performance to venue logistics and booking timelines.
If you’d prefer tailored advice, our entertainment coordinators are always on hand to help.
Popular Wedding Band Styles in Yorkshire for 2026 and 2027
Current wedding trends in Yorkshire reflect the diversity of incredible venues on offer, from countryside barns and stately homes to modern city-centre hotels. Couples are increasingly choosing live wedding entertainment that feels authentic, high-energy and tailored to them and their venue.
Here are the wedding band styles currently in highest demand across Yorkshire:
Indie Rock Wedding Bands
Indie rock wedding bands are one of the strongest trends across Yorkshire right now - particularly for couples planning barn weddings and festival-style receptions. Expect high-energy sets featuring artists like Arctic Monkeys, The Killers, Kings of Leon, Sam Fender and classic guitar anthems from the 2000s. These bands often combine modern indie with 90s and 00s pop-rock to keep the dance floor full.
They’re especially popular at venues such as Rudding Park and The Faversham where couples want a gig-style evening atmosphere rather than a traditional function band feel.
90s Britpop Wedding Band Sets
Britpop nostalgia is driving serious dance floor energy across Yorkshire weddings. From Oasis and Blur to Pulp, The Stone Roses and early Robbie Williams, couples are building entire evening playlists around 90s anthems. Many bands now offer dedicated Britpop sets as part of their live show.
This trend performs particularly well for couples in their early-to-mid 30s who want a soundtrack that feels nostalgic but still party-ready. View Britpop wedding bands here.
Sax & DJ Wedding Combos
Live saxophone with a DJ has become a major trend for modern Yorkshire weddings - particularly in city venues and contemporary spaces.
The format usually includes:
- Professional DJ set
- Live sax improvised over house, Ibiza classics and R&B
- Optional live percussion add-ons
These setups work particularly well at venues like The Queens Hotel where couples want a club-style evening party. They’re also ideal for venues with sound limiters, as DJs can manage levels more precisely than large live bands.
Festival-Style Wedding Entertainment
Festival-style weddings remain extremely popular across rural North and East Yorkshire.
This typically includes:
- Indie or folk-style live band
- Acoustic daytime sets
- Outdoor drinks reception music
- Optional roaming brass or acoustic musicians
- Late-night DJ takeover
These bookings are common at outdoor-friendly venues such as Bunny Hill Weddings, and the Woodland Wedding option at Hazlewood Castle. Couples often request mixed-genre sets that move from acoustic Mumford & Sons-style indie folk, through to indie anthems and dance floor classics after dark.
Soul & Motown Wedding Bands
Soul wedding bands continue to be a consistently strong performer for Yorkshire wedding entertainment. With horn sections, powerful vocals and dance-driven classics from Motown through to Bruno Mars and Beyoncé, these bands deliver broad age-range appeal.
They’re particularly effective for larger guest lists (120+) and formal venues, as the bigger line-up creates visual and musical impact. Many standard 4-piece wedding bands offer the option to upgrade to a 6–9 piece line-up with the addition of brass and keys - so look out for flexible packages.
Acoustic & Roaming Wedding Bands
Acoustic wedding entertainment is now being booked for far more than just ceremonies.
Popular formats include:
- Acoustic duo for ceremony
- Roaming band during drinks reception
- Wandering trio performing table-to-table
- Acoustic first dance followed by full evening band
Roaming bands work particularly well at venues with outdoor space or multiple rooms, such as Yorkshire Sculpture Park and Holdsworth House. They also solve logistical challenges where space is limited or noise restrictions prevent a bigger band.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Wedding Band In Yorkshire?
Most Yorkshire wedding bands fall between £1,200-£2,500, depending on:
- Band size (3-piece vs 6+ piece)
- Peak summer Saturday vs off-peak dates
- Travel distance within Yorkshire
- Added extras (DJ service, sax add-ons, early setup)
A standard 4-piece live wedding band performing 2 x 60 minute sets with sound system and lighting is typically the most popular and cost-effective option. Larger soul and showbands with brass sections will sit at the higher end of the range but create a bigger visual and musical impact - especially for guest lists over 120.
If you’re comparing quotes, always check what’s included: PA, lighting, insurance, PLI, music between sets, and a secure booking contract backed by a reputable agency should be standard.
Are Travel Costs Included?
Most bands based in Yorkshire include regional travel within their standard fee.
For remote rural venues or locations outside the county, or where bands travel in from out of the region, a travel supplement may apply - we’ll confirm this upfront before you book.
There are no hidden costs.
When Should You Book A Yorkshire Wedding Band?
For peak dates (May to September Saturdays), we recommend booking 12-18 months in advance.
For winter weddings or midweek celebrations, availability is often stronger and prices may be slightly lower.
If your date is within 6 months, availability often becomes more limited - but we can still help you secure a high-quality local band.
What Does A Wedding Band Provide As Standard?
Professional Yorkshire wedding bands typically include:
- 2 x 60 or 3 x 40 minute live sets
- Full professional PA system suitable for your venue size
- Stage lighting
- Playlist music between sets
- PAT tested equipment
- Public liability insurance
Setup time is usually 60 - 90 minutes, with access required 1.5 - 2 hours before performance time. Liaise with your venue to confirm power supply, access and sound requirements to ensure everything runs smoothly.
What Size Wedding Band Should We Choose?
Your ideal band size depends on guest numbers, space, and the type of music you prefer.
- 3-4 piece band: Ideal for most wedding venues, 60 - 150 guests, require 4 x 3 meters of space
- 5-6 piece band: Fuller sound, strong visual presence, require 5 x 3 meters of space
- 7-12 piece showband: Maximum impact, full brass section, multiple lead vocalists - perfect for larger Yorkshire venues and luxury weddings, require up to 6 x 4 meters of space
If you’re unsure, we’ll recommend options based on your venue and guest count.
If you have any other queries, simply visit our FAQs page or you might like to read our Complete Guide To Booking A Wedding Band.
Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 01782 740 839 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.
Customer Feedback For Wedding Bands in Yorkshire
Explore reviews from thousands of Yorkshire couples who trusted us with their wedding entertainment. We’re proud to be part of your celebrations, helping you find the perfect fit for your day - and the feedback below speaks for itself. Dive in and read all the glowing reviews.
“Booked The 123's for our wedding on 13 December and they brought the house down, what a great band. They did two acoustic sets during the day and then three further electric sets at our evening do and had the dance floor packed all night. Cracking lads and so easy to work with. Would highly recom...”
Chris B booked The 123s for their wedding in North Yorkshire
“Hi-Fi Club were outstanding!!! They brought such energy and enthusiasm to our wedding night, all our guests were so complimentary of them! Mark was so helpful with the lead up to the wedding and took into account all of our requests. We could'nt rate Northern Vinyl more highly, thank you for giving ...”
Louise B booked The Hi-Fi Club for their wedding in West Yorkshire
“We had Brown Sugar for the evening of our wedding and just wow !!! They were insane . Funky , uplifting , soulful, they definitely brought the vibes . They got us all up dancing it was so good / very professional and exceeded what we could of imagined. Thank you for creating the perfect day for us ...”
Sarah C booked Brown Sugar for their wedding in North Yorkshire
“My now wife and I got married on 15/11/2025, and since then we’ve had an endless supply of guests contacting us expressing how brilliant the band was! Banger after banger recreated perfectly to create our own personal gig for our special day. We had solid communication from the start, and an eas...”
George L booked Front Runners for their wedding in North Yorkshire
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