Manhattan
From £2225
A sensational, high-calibre party band. Manhattan are no ordinary function band, having supported huge names such as Bruce Springsteen at Hyde Park, Alien Ant Farm on...
The Luminescence
From £1650
Inimitable female vocals and stunningly accurate renditions of classic and contemporary party hits; The Luminescence are an absolute must...
The 80s Fix
From £2805
Prepare to indulge in the glorious decadence that is The 80s Fix! With a high-octane fuelled performance guaranteed to bring back those sweet feel-good 80s memories,...
The Hot Rods
From £2340
Goodness gracious - it's the Hot Rods! This exciting 5-piece 1950s rock and roll band performs hit after hit from the golden era of music. This group of fresh-faced...
Elite
From £1395
Elite are a stunning vocal group featuring live sax - perfect for corporate events, award ceremonies and private parties. This lively and enthusiastic band features a...
Grassroots Collective
From £970
Authentic & rooted Americana folk band. Grassroots Collective are a London-based Folk/Americana band that infuses well-known songs...
The Fleet
From £1170
A dynamic, high energy 3-piece indie pop band. The Fleet boast an impressive repertoire of songs covering everything from the present day right back to the 50s. Having...
Jukebox Nation
From £1285
Jukebox Nation have created a sound & stage show that continues to reckon with the best function bands in the UK. With a line-up made up of the finest musicians on...
The Hey Nows
From £2160
The Hey Nows' party spirit is palpable with their raw energy and fierce talent taking over the stage! This group of highly professional musicians have come together to...
Showband Supreme
From £4095
Showband Supreme are London's hottest high-end party band on the scene! Boasting the highest quality musicians on offer, Showband...
Antheum
From £1695
A high energy funk & soul band perfect for disco dancing! Antheum is a fresh and ultra-talented group of musicians that know exactly how to fill up a dance floor....
Young Hype
From £5850 + VAT
Meet Young Hype; a brand new kind of show band - fresh, talented, unique and buzzing with energy. Young Hype are an exciting group of young musicians and singers based...
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The Weekend Connection
From £1875
The Weekend Connection offer the perfect antidote to the working week with their exciting and energising collection of modern and classic...
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...
Nocturnal
From £2340
Nocturnal will make the night come alive with their exhilarating live show! An electrifying 6-piece that includes some of London's most talented musicians, each with a...
Atlantis
From £1695
Atlantis deliver the very best in pop, club, rock and soul for an evening jam-packed full of party anthems. An experienced line-up featuring four of London's finest...
Midnight Party Band
From £2925 + VAT
Welcome the Midnight Party Band - an all-star cast of professional musicians ready to rock! This highly talented collective is made up of...
Harbour Lights
From £1465
Comprising of some of the UK’s finest pro session musicians, Harbour Lights perform an eclectic mix of genres with an array of line-ups on offer. Whether you’re...
London Cover Band Guide

Are you looking to hire a London function band but not quite sure where to start? Below you'll find answers to some of the most common queries about London bands for hire.

What style of music do your London cover bands perform?

We represent a wide and diverse roster of London cover bands, performing everything from old school classics to modern pop music.

You’ll find the majority of our London cover bands have put together a setlist to include a range of music to cater for guests of all ages. From 50s and 60s rock 'n' roll to 70s disco, 80s anthems, 90s indie, rock, dance and more.

So, whether you’re into London rock 'n' roll legends such as The Rolling Stones, Led Zeplin and Queen, or you’d prefer a more contemporary set featuring the likes of Mumford and Sons, Bastille and Florence and the Machine, you’re sure to find a live band to suit your tastes.

If Motown and soul is your thing, you may be interested in one of our epic London soul bands, featuring some of London’s top vocalists and musicians.

What type of events do your London party bands perform at?

Our London party bands are experienced in every type of event making them the ideal live entertainment for all of the following:

  • Corporate event
  • Award ceremony
  • Wedding reception
  • Wedding anniversary
  • Birthday party celebration
  • Christmas office party
  • New years eve party
  • Charity Ball
  • University end of year ball
  • Garden party / Family party

Bands For Hire is one of the UK’s leading wedding band suppliers, head over to our London wedding bands section for more information.

What other live entertainment does Bands For Hire offer in London?

Along with our evening function bands, we also represent a whole host of other London musicians, perfect for corporate entertainment, wedding music and daytime background music.

For ceremony musicians, you may be interested in our range of string quartets and wedding harpists, perhaps notching up the tempo later on in the day with one of our acoustic or jazz bands for hire.

For that added element of sophistication, why not hire a London jazz band to perform as your guests arrive, throughout the wedding meal or for the mains evening entertainment. Our roster of jazz musicians includes everything from small jazz bands to full swing bands with brass section and vocalists. Visit our London Jazz Bands section to view all of our jazz bands in London.

How much does a London function band cost and what’s included?

There are a several factors that can affect the price of a live function band, mainly the number of musicians, the experience of the band and the travelling distance.

As a guide, you can expect a trio to start at around £1000, with 4-piece bands ranging between £1200 and £2000.

We always outline exactly what’s included in your quote, but as a guide, you can expect all prices to include the following:

  • 2 x 60 or 3 x 40 minute live sets to finish by midnight
  • Professional PA system (Speakers, mixing desk, amps etc)
  • High-quality lighting for performance area and dance floor
  • DJ Playlists before, between and after live sets until midnight
  • Travel expenses
  • Public Liability Insurance and required PAT test certificates

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.

How do I book a London band?

We’ve made booking a London band a simple and stress-free process, simply follow the steps below:

  • Step 1: Browse through the London party bands on this page, watch the videos and visit the band’s profile page to view more videos, photos and information about setlists and packages.
  • Step 2: Add the band to your shortlist by clicking on the star icon, once you’re happy with your shortlist, send us an email with your event details. Alternatively, you can enquire about each band separately using the contact form at the bottom of 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 to ask any questions 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 full venue address.
  • Step 5: We’ll send over a contract for you to review and sign along with an invoice for a deposit, equal to approx. 20% of the total fee.
  • Step 6: Once the contract has been signed and deposit paid, we’ll send over a booking confirmation email outlining your booking. You’ll also have your own member of our team assigned to your event who will be available to answer your queries right up to the event date.

Why hire a London 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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