South Wales Bands For Hire

South Wales Bands For Hire

End the evening in style with one of our talented bands for hire in South Wales. We offer a variety of wonderfully unique acts to suit your event, from high-energy indie bands to glitzy Motown tribute bands.

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Function Bands in South Wales

We offer a wide variety of highly professional function bands in South Wales, covering a range of timeless hits to get your party rockin'! From pop, rock and soul to contemporary chart hits, you'll find the perfect band to suit your event.

Our South Wales wedding bands are always happy to work around your live entertainment requirements; whether you're organising a private party on a restricted budget, or large-scale summer ball, we have it covered.

Our South Wales bands have put together a repertoire to cover a wide spectrum of musical genres, so whether it's 50s rock 'n' roll or modern club anthems, you're certain to hear something that takes your fancy. Along with our all-round party bands, we also represent a number of specialist bands, from Great Gatsby 1920s swing bands to 90s dance bands and everything in between.

Interstate
From £995
Introducing Interstate - blending contemporary & classic hits to guarantee an unforgettable night. With years of stage experience and a versatile sound, these...
SugarFly
From £1345
Powerhouse line-up bringing non-stop crowd-pleasers to the dance floor. Meet SugarFly, a dynamic function band with a rich history in the UK music scene. Having cut...
Sonic Kicks
From £1050
Ignite your wedding celebration with the electrifying sound of Sonic Kicks. With an eclectic mix of classic tunes and current hits, their rich harmonies and punchy...
Homeland
From £1520
Indie-folk trio based in South Wales. From Mumford & Sons to Oasis, Homeland's fusion of folk and indie music is the perfect mix to ignite the energy and pack out...
Violet Soul
From £2070
A spectacularly soulful & vibrant party band with immense vocals, irresistible grooves and infectious rhythms to get the party started! Violet Soul are a dynamic...
Riptides
From £1095
This fun and folky trio will be sure to bring the festival vibes to your big event. Based in the Midlands, Riptides present their unique blend of indie, folk and pop...
Weekenders
From £1170
High-energy party band in the South West. The Weekenders are a stand-out 3-piece function band that utilise high-quality backing tracks, drum triggers and...
The Young Vinyls
From £1795
Shake your tail feather to The Young Vinyls, offering a variety of Motown classics, popular chart hits and everything else in between. An...
The Pocket Quartet
From £1195
Punchy rock and infectious pop band for hire. The Pocket Quartet are a dynamic ensemble in South Wales, adding a vibrant touch to the...
The Takeover
From £1640
The Takeover set their sights and aim to provide a fun filled, music packed extravaganza, guaranteed to get the party started. With a smorgasbord of both classic and...
Vinyl Nights
From £2895
Vinyl Nights are a premier wedding/party band for hire in the South West. With a cool and classy demeanour, Vinyl Nights perform slick renditions of classic songs from...
Floral Moustache
From £1640
Floral Moustache are passionate about getting the party started, from Bowie to Bruno Mars there’s something for everyone! More than...
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The Rendition
From £1640
The Rendition are an entertaining and vibrant wedding band driven by powerful and soulful vocals. Dedicated musicians at heart with a passion for performing, The...
Indiana
From £1795
Indiana are a high-energy vintage wedding band performing a combination of contemporary party songs and folk renditions of popular modern classics. With their...
Black Jeans
From £1940
Black Jeans are a slick and undeniably cool indie rock function band performing hit smashers and contemporary classics with flare and style; indie is the new black!...
The Vacation
From £1960
An exhilarating and enthusiastic band that delivers a wide range of songs to keep the night pumping! The Vacation are a tight 5 - 6-piece function band that offer a...
The Hits
From £995
Youthful 3-piece covering popular songs in their own unique style. The Hits are a lively three-piece band that plays a mix of old-school hits and modern pop covers...
Tailor & Co
From £995
Keeping the rhythm and soul flowing are Tailor & Co; a North West trio bringing together the very best of soul, rock 'n' roll and...
South Wales Band Booking Guide

If you're looking to hire a band or group for your event, you're bound to have lots of questions. Below are answers to some of the most queries you may have:

How much does a South Wales band cost and what's included?

We offer South Wales wedding bands and party bands that cater to a range of budgets. From a lively party duo starting at approximately £500 to function bands in the region of £1000-£2000.

If you're looking for live entertainment for the whole day, why not enquire about one of our package deals. Many of our bands offer additional acoustic or live lounge sets as well as bespoke DJ packages to keep you going from morning till night!

What type of events do your South Wales bands perform at?

Our South Wales bands are both flexible and accommodating, offering various line-ups for all types of events, including the following:

  • Wedding Reception
  • Corporate Function
  • Private Dinner
  • Birthdays Party
  • Summer Fete
  • Music Festival
  • Private Party
  • Graduation Ball
  • Bat & Bar Mitzvahs
  • Christmas Party
  • Award Ceremony

What time will the band arrive to set up?

For evening events such as corporate events, birthday parties and charity balls, the band will arrive in good time to ensure they are all set up and sound checked before guests arrive. This is usually at around 5:30 pm.

For weddings, bands will base their quote on a standard arrival time of approximately 5:30 pm/6 pm. If the band are setting up in a different room to the meal and speeches, they'll be able to set up straight away. Otherwise, the band will usually wait until the meal and speeches have finished avoiding any interruptions.

What time does the band start their sets?

All of our bands and happy to work with your schedule. As a general guide, we recommend starting the band's live sets no earlier than 8:30 pm/9 pm.

How long does the band take to set up?

Function bands typically take around an hour to set up and sound check, with some larger bands requiring up to 2 hours.

What areas of South Wales do your bands perform?

Our local function bands in South Wales are available to book in all regions and towns, including Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Glamorgan, Monmouthshire, Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, St Davids, Barry, Carmarthen, Bridgend, Chepstow, Monmout and Tenby.

Who are the best function bands in South Wales?

Finding the right wedding band to play at your evening reception doesn't need to be a stressful process. Here at Bands For Hire we meticulously pick all of our bands based on their excellent musicianship and exceptional vocal ability to ensure we offer only the very best bands to hire in South Wales.

How do I book a live band in South Wales?

We make hiring a band a stress-free process. Simply follow the steps below to make your booking:

  • Step 1. Browse through our bands and enquire through the artist's page.
  • Step 2. We'll check availability and send you a bespoke quote for your event.
  • Step 3. If you have any questions, just let us know, and one of our team will be happy to answer your queries.
  • Step 4. Once you're ready to book, we'll send you a booking contract to sign online and an invoice for a small deposit of approximately 20%. This can be paid by card or bank transfer.
  • Step 5. From here we'll send you a booking confirmation email with everything you need to know.

South Wales Event Entertainment

Get inspired with a range of entertainment ideas for your next event in South Wales.

Along with our local Welsh bands for hire, we also represent a wide range of Wales based muscians including South Wales Harpists, South Wales string quartets and acoustic bands in South Wales.

Jazz Bands South Wales
South Wales Jazz Bands

A wide range of South Wales jazz musicians including trios, quartets and swing bands.

acoustic bands South Wales
South Wales Acoustic Bands

From laid back acoustic singers and duos to acoustic roaming bands.

wedding bands South Wales
South Wales Wedding Bands

End your wedding reception on a high with one of our high-energy South Wales wedding bands.

Why hire a South Wales Function band through us?

  • Over 20 Years experience in the events industry
  • Hundreds of 5 Star reviews across Facebook and Google
  • All bands hand-picked by our team of experts
  • Dedicated member of our team assigned to your event
  • Professional contracts for your peace of mind
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