Entertainment Ideas
and Event Inspiration
Be inspired to create better events!
For the ultimate in live entertainment ideas and event planning tips, get inspired to create better events with our exclusive blog series. From real-life weddings in our inspiring Your Real Weddings series, to the ideas packed Excellent Events section, you'll find some fantastic tips and live entertainment ideas.
Why Book A Soul Party Band Or Soul Singer For Your Event?
If you're looking for live music that will radiate good vibes and the feel-good factor at your party, then soul bands and sou...
What Is A Disco Wedding Band And What Do They Do?
By Rich Hearn
Love to Boogie On Down? Want to be the Dancing Queen at your Chic wedding party, with a band that will Play That Funky Music,...
5 Great Reasons To Book A 70's Disco Wedding Band
By Rich Hearn
Looking for the most fun you can get from a wedding band for your special day celebrations? DISCO is your answer! With big ha...
Amazing Corporate Event Entertainment Packages
Organising a big corporate event? Looking to book more than one act? Alive Network suggest how you can have a number of diffe...
How Street Performers Bring A Festival Vibe To Any Event
Looking to hire something different for your event? Are you looking for something to really impress your guests? Our Street e...
DJ Stuart H Sounds Even Better With Hi-Fi Cables!
One of our top DJs for hire, Stuart H has written a cool blog about his recent experience with Hi-Fi cabling and connectors!...
How To Pick The Perfect Pianist For Your Party
Looking for some iconic party lounge music, or stripped back versions of pop party songs for your event? The Alive Network pi...
10 Types of Bands You Can Hire From Alive Network
By Rich Hearn
Can't decide what type of live band will suit your wedding, corporate event or private party the best? Alive Network have cre...
Band Photoshoots & Live Music Photography
By Dave Bevan
Our experience shows that a great profile photo is one of the biggest contributing factors to selling your band effectively o...
We Need The Best Wedding Bands Scotland Has To Offer
By Rich Hearn
Alive Network are looking for the best wedding bands Scotland has to offer. If you think you have what it takes read on to se...
Alive Network Wedding Entertainment Goes The Extra Mile
By Rich Hearn
Ever wondered how far the best UK entertainers will go to make sure your event is one to remember?
Music Video Production
By Dave Bevan
Alive Network employs a dedicated full time video producer/editor to make artist promo videos and to organise our team of fre...
Top 10 Wedding Reception Songs To Avoid At All Costs
Alex from Alive Network has created a list of songs for you to give to your DJ and/or band. Make it clear that if they play a...
A Guide To Loudness & Venue dB Limiters!
By Rich Hearn
More and more venues are fitting (or are being forced to fit) sound limiters in a bid to appease local council noise restrict...
What Type Of Magician Is Best For Your Event?
Do you want you and your guests to be mesmerized at your next event? Magicians will undoubtedly do the trick. Read on to read...
Wedding Entertainment Prices: What Can You Get For Your Mone...
By Rich Hearn
Budgeting for a wedding is one of the trickiest parts to get right. It’s pretty unusual to nail it first time but Alive...
Why Dance Shows Are Awesome For Corporate Events
Looking for an AWESOME entertainment solution for your upcoming corporate event? Alive Network staff and their artists have c...
Booking A Dancer Or Dance Group, Everything You'll Ever Need...
Everything you'll ever need to know about booking a dancer or dance group. Find out what a dancer will do at your event, how...
5 Top Tips From Alive Network's Wedding Harpists
By Rich Hearn
Want to add a touch of sophistication and boost the romantic ambience of your wedding? Read on for 5 reasons why our Harpists...
Booking A Gospel Singer Or Gospel Choir, Everything You'll E...
By Rich Hearn
O happy day! Your essential guide to booking a joyful, exciting, exuberant and praiseworthy gospel singer or gospel choir for...
7 Great Reasons To Book Ballet Dancerss For Your Awards Cere...
By Rich Hearn
Looking for something special for your corporate awards ceremony? Ballet dancers could be your entertainment solution!
5 Reasons Violin Players Will Bow You Away At Your Next Even...
By Rich Hearn
Want to add a touch of sophisticated excitement or increase the romantic ambience at your next event? Read on for 5 reasons w...
5 Great Reasons to Book a Barn Dance Band for Your Wedding O...
By Rich Hearn
There's something infectious about an American barn dance that just makes you want to get up and dance, preferably in your be...
Booking A Circus Performer, Everything You Need To Know
The circus is coming to town, or more precisely, to your event! Thrill and delight your guests, VIPs, friends and family with...
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