The Beat Roots
From £1195
The Beat Roots are a charismatic and energetic party band covering classic soul and modern pop for the ultimate musical backdrop. The Beat Roots are a quirky...
The Atlantics
From £1375
Masters of indie, rock and contemporary classics. With over a decade of experience, The Atlantics are an authentic indie and rock band that know how to pack out the...
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!...
Boom Shake The 90s!
From £1345
Boom Shake The 90s! are the ultimate 90s tribute act performing indie anthems and dance floor fillers from the decade. With a carefully...
The Houndogs
From £1350
Exhilarating, full-throttle rockabilly band. The Houndogs are the UK's premier rock 'n' roll band, delivering a high-octane performance that's been thrilling audiences...
Daylight
From £1795
Daylight bring an intense indie rock sound that's fuelled by gritty guitars, rumbling bass and sonic drum sounds that'll leave your guests blown away; not to mention...
The Drive Through
From £3495
Versatile 80s rock and contemporary pop band The Drive Through are ready to crash the party - all the way back to the future! Shoulder...
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...
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...
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...
The Rock 'n' Roll Kings
From £1350
Rock around the clock all night long with this explosive 3-piece band, guaranteed to pack a punch and leave audiences grinning from ear...
The Cosmic Rays
From £1115
Watch as The Cosmic Rays soar through the atmosphere and whip the night into a rock 'n' roll frenzy! A professional Postmodern Jukebox /...
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The Squires
From £1520
Well rehearsed harmonies and killer song choices make The Squires the obvious choice for your event! The Squires consist of four talented musicians whose passion for...
The Pranksters
From £1575
The Pranksters are a jump and jive 1940s swing band with exuberant spirit! A swing band like no other, The Pranksters welcome you to their unique vintage swing band,...
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...
Violet 54
From £2070
Channelling the Studio 54 era and the 70s grooves, Violet 54 are the band to boogie on down with! Violet 54 are the ultimate boogie-wonderland party band to bring all...
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...
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...
Leeds Wedding Band Booking Guide

As a leading live entertainment agency in the UK, we provide live wedding music for thousands of West Yorkshire events every year. If this is the first time you've hired a party band, you're bound to have lots of questions. Below you'll find answers to some of the most common queries.

How much do Leeds wedding bands cost to hire?

The price of a wedding band in Leeds typically starts from approximately £1000-£1500. Several factors can affect your quote, such as travel costs, peak season dates, the number of musicians in the band, early arrivals/late finish times, and extended set times.

What does the band's fee include?

All of our Leeds party bands come fully self-contained with a sound system and lighting, so you won't need to provide a thing. With every function band offering free playlists between live sets, you can leave the entire evening's entertainment in the band's capable hands.

The following package is typical for wedding bands in Leeds.

  • Set up and soundcheck from 5:30 pm/6 pm
  • 2 x 60 minute or 3 x 40 minute live sets
  • DJ Playlists throughout the evening
  • Professional sound system (PA system, speakers etc.)
  • Lighting rig
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • PAT tested equipment

From the moment of your enquiry, you'll have a dedicated member of our team on hand to answer any queries. From logistics and venue sound requirements to song choices, we have the experience to ensure your event runs according to plan.

Do I need to book a DJ as well?

All of our evening wedding bands offer free playlists between sets free of charge, so you won't need to hire a separate DJ. If you'd prefer to have someone on hand to manage the music on the night, many of our bands also offer an optional DJ service that involves a band member DJing throughout the evening.

Of course, if you have the budget and space, a professional DJ is always a fantastic addition to the evening entertainment. Head on over to our wedding DJs section to find out more.

How many musicians are in a wedding band?

We represent an extensive roster of bands to cater for a range of budgets and wedding venues.

A typical wedding band line-up will often feature three or four musicians to include a mixture of lead vocals, guitar, bass, drums and keys. For larger events, you may like to extend this to include additional vocalists, horns (sax, brass section etc.) and percussion.

Below you'll find examples of the most popular line-ups we offer.

  • 3-piece band: Lead Vocals/Guitar, Bass, Drums
  • 4-piece band: Vocals/Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums
  • 5-piece band: Vocals/Guitar, Keys, Bass, Sax, Drums
  • 5-piece band: Male Vocals/Guitar, Female Vocals, Keys, Bass, Drums
  • 6-piece band: Male Vocals/Guitar, Female Vocals, Keys, Bass, Sax, Drums
  • 7-piece band: 2 x Vocals, Keys, Bass, Drums, 2-piece horn section

What type of music do wedding bands play?

Our popular wedding bands in Leeds typically perform an extensive mixture of songs to appeal to a wide range of guests. You can expect to hear well-known party classics from every decade, including soul, Motown, 80s, indie/rock, dance and contemporary pop/chart hits.

If you're looking for a covers band that focuses on a particular genre, we also represent a number of swing bands, 50s tribute bands, soul bands, 80s wedding bands, indie bands and 90s dance bands.

What time will the band arrive to set up?

Wedding bands usually base their quote on a standard arrival time of approximately 5:30 pm/6 pm. If the band are setting up in a separate 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?

Your wedding band will be happy to fit in with your schedule. As a rule, we recommend that the band starts no earlier than 8:30 pm/9 pm to avoid peaking too early on in the evening.

How long does the band take to set up?

Function bands typically take around an hour to set up and sound check. If you've booked a larger party band, you may need to allow between 90 minutes to 2 hours.

Where do your Leeds wedding bands perform?

All of our cover bands are available to hire across West Yorkshire, including Bradford, Huddersfield, Wakefield and Halifax. If you're organising an event in Leeds, you may also be interested in our Leeds bands for hire, Leeds string quartets and Leeds jazz bands.

How do I book a wedding band in Leeds?

If you're interested in hiring a band for your event, simply follow the steps below:

  • Step 1: Browse through the wedding bands on this page, watch the video and visit the band's profile page to discover more promotional material and further details on set lists and line-ups/packages.
  • Step 2: Send us details about your event using the contact form on the band's profile page.
  • Step 3. We'll check availability with the band and send you a quote based on your event location. From here, you can reply to our team, and we'll answer any queries you may have.
  • Step 4: If you're happy to proceed with the quote, we'll just need you to send over your full name and address along with confirmation of the venue address.
  • Step 5: We'll send over a contract for you to review and sign along with a deposit invoice equal to approximately 20% of the total fee.
  • Step 6: Once the contract is signed and the deposit paid, we'll send over a booking confirmation email outlining your booking details. You'll also have a dedicated member of our team on hand to help every step of the way.
Wedding Entertainment Leeds

Along with our wedding bands, we also offer a wide selection of live wedding entertainment options. From string quartets and harpists for the ceremony to acoustic bands and jazz bands for your daytime wedding music, we have a whole lot of talent to choose from!

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Leeds Jazz Bands

A wide range of Leeds jazz bands including trios, quartets and swing bands.

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Leeds Acoustic Bands

From low-key acoustic singers and duos to upbeat roaming bands, our acoustic acts are the perfect choice for afternoon wedding music.

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Leeds String Quartets

Make a grand entrance with one of our elegant wedding string quartets.

Why hire a Leeds wedding band through us?

  • Over 20 Years experience in the events industry
  • Hundreds of 5 Star reviews across Facebook and Google
  • All function 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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