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  • Starling Party Band

    5 stars - Starling Party Band are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews Number of members: 7 West Yorkshire

    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...

  • The Casuals

    5 stars - The Casuals are Highly Recommended 13 Reviews Number of members: 4 Merseyside

    Live 4 piece party band, The Casuals, are true professionals who know how to rock any event. With nearly a decade of experience, they deliver a high energy...

  • Weekend Party

    5 stars - Weekend Party are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews Number of members: 6 London

    Weekend Party is a collection of some of London's top musicians that came together to embark on this musical journey and create the UK's finest party band....

  • LOOP Duo

    5 stars - LOOP Duo are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews Number of members: 2 Lancashire

    LOOP Duo are a hugely experienced duo equally at home rocking dancefloors as they are performing in more intimate settings. Having played residencies aroun...

  • Big Night Out

    5 stars - Big Night Out are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews Number of members: 4 Merseyside

    Big Night Out promises a night of timeless tunes and a lively dance floor. Versatile in indie and soul, they cater to any occasion, offering hits from Oasi...

  • Ella and the Strings

    Number of members: 5 Norfolk

    A unique string band, comprised of a string quartet with stunning lead singer and drummer. From wedding evening celebrations to corporate parties, Ella and...

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  • The Rebel 90’s

    5 stars - The Rebel 90’s are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews Number of members: 7 West Yorkshire

    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...

  • The Blakes

    5 stars - The Blakes are Highly Recommended 20 Reviews Number of members: 4 Cheshire

    A Modern, Fresh, Premium 4 piece party band made up of professional musicians who have worked with The Script, Paloma Faith & more. With fantastic female v...

  • The Visual

    5 stars - The Visual are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews Number of members: 9 London

    One of the best function bands in the world with a completely unique state of the art LED grand piano, which is fully customisable to your event. The piano...

  • Rockabilly Riot

    Number of members: 3 Leicestershire

    Rockabilly Riot are a 3 piece Rockabilly band that really know how to get your party moving! Be prepared to be up on you feet all night long when you book ...

  • Diamonds and Pearls

    5 stars - Diamonds and Pearls are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews Number of members: 9 Lancashire

    Soulful, funky and different than your average covers band! Diamonds and Pearls will guarantee to make your night unforgettable; creating unique arrangemen...

  • Hot Disco

    Number of members: 4 London

    A new electric show that will have your guests partying to the dirtiest dance tunes and the classics that we all know and love! Hot Disco are a high energy...

  • Sons of Rhythm

    5 stars - Sons of Rhythm are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews Number of members: 3 West Yorkshire

    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...

  • Club Orchestra

    Number of members: 9 Merseyside

    Our premier act is a truly unique project that delivers an unparalleled performance.Each band member is meticulously chosen for their exceptional talent an...

  • The Groove Line

    5 stars - The Groove Line are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews Number of members: 5 West Yorkshire

    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...

  • BTA

    5 stars - BTA are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews Number of members: 7 Essex

    Filling the gap between band and DJ, BTA provide the ultimate musical entertainment experience for your event. Performing everything from Dance, RnB and Hi...

  • Bangers and Anthems

    5 stars - Bangers and Anthems are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews Number of members: 6 London

    Bangers and Anthems is an international luxury show band of the highest quality. Available from a 6 piece to a 21 piece line up, the band features charism...

  • Into Orbit

    Number of members: 3 London

    Into Orbit are an intense high-energy DJ / Sax / Percussion & vocal trio blending live vocal harmonies with looping and dance routines in a uniquely up-to-...

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Everything You Need To Know About Bands To Hire In Gillingham

A function band (or cover band / wedding band / party band as they’re also known) is a live band that specialises in performing popular rock and pop music for function events such as weddings, corporate events and private parties. They usually consist of a drummer, bass player, guitarist and lead singer, with larger bands also including a keyboard player, brass section and backing singers.

All Alive Network bands are a self-contained entertainment package, providing all of the equipment required when you book a band, without clients having to hire additional sound and lighting equipment. They often travel over a large geographical area, and their performances are designed specifically for the demands of private events.

A function band setlist will contain a variety of rock and popular music from the 1950s right through to current chart acts, performing dancefloor-filling hits. A typical repertoire might feature artists such as:

  • The Beatles
  • The Rolling Stones
  • The Kinks
  • Elvis
  • Van Morrison
  • Stevie Wonder
  • Bruno Mars
  • The Killers
  • Daft Punk
  • Taylor Swift
  • Take That
  • Maroon 5
  • Ed Sheeran
  • James Bay
  • Oasis
  • Blur
  • Coldplay
  • Kings of Leon
  • Arctic Monkeys
  • Beyoncé
  • Justin Bieber
  • Katy Perry

Guitar bands

Usually formed of 3–5 members with an indie/pop/rock guitar based sound, covering artists like The Rolling Stones and The Beatles through to The Killers and Arctic Monkeys.

Pop/Funk/Soul bands

Containing anything from 5–12 members, often with female lead vocals and more prominent use of keyboards or a brass section, playing classic pop and Motown through to contemporary pop/RnB artists like Taylor Swift, Pharrell, Rihanna, Maroon 5, Amy Winehouse, Beyoncé.

The search form at the top of the page includes all counties of the UK. Simply run a search selecting your event type, the location and the date and we will show you a list of artists who are available along with their price and distance from your event location. The list is sorted by popularity, but you can reorder based on distance if you're specifically looking for a local band for hire.

Rock and pop bands like the guys and girls in the list above specialise in lively and energetic performances so you and your guests can party! They are usually the headline evening entertainment, perfect for events including:

For weddings, a live band can perform the first dance, as well as provide background music between sets, delivering an all-in-one wedding entertainment solution. Many bands also offer jazz or acoustic sets for your drinks reception, and solo guitar / piano for your ceremony and wedding breakfast. These options can help to keep costs down, in comparison with hiring separate performers for your wedding day.

For corporate events, bands can provide walk-on music for awards ceremonies.

Volume considerations at your event

If you’ve ever been to a live gig, you’ll know there’s nothing quite like the exciting, big sound of a live band! Alive Network's bands can offer an electrifying live performance with a sound and volume to match. A volume level in the region of 95dB – 110dB is standard.

If your venue has a sound limiter or volume restrictions, many bands offer an electronic drum kit option which can significantly reduce the overall volume of the band. You can find our sound limiter friendly bands here.

If you prefer your entertainment to serve as background music, where guests can still easily hold a conversation in the same room, then you might like to consider a Jazz / Swing band, solo singer / guitarist or Rat Pack singer. All of these artists are able to perform popular music but in a more laid-back style.

For more information about volume, see below.

Space considerations at your event

A typical 4-piece band will need an area of around 4 metres wide by 3 metres deep. For approximate requirements, see ‘How much space will a live band need?’, below.

Prices vary depending on the number of members in the band and their travel distance to your event.

The average price of a 4-piece function band is £1,800.

Larger bands who specialise in corporate events vary in price between £2,500 – £30,000 depending on their size and experience.

This table shows a breakdown of the range of costs for different types of function bands:

  • Duos - £500 - £1100
  • 3-piece bands - £750 - £2,500
  • 4 piece bands - £750 - £4000
  • 5-piece bands - £1000 - £5000
  • 6 piece bands - £1300 - £6500
  • 7 piece bands and bigger - £1900 - £27,000

Below are the bands that we feel are currently flying the flag as the leading rock and pop bands in the UK right now, based on a combination of popularity, performance quality and innovation:

For a list of Alive's most booked bands right now, see our list of the 'Top 10 Function Bands UK Wide'

Most bands offer two 60-minute performances as standard, though many can perform for longer if required. You can spread out a two-hour performance by splitting it into three 40-minute sets.

For most weddings and private parties, the band would arrive at 6pm, get set up and sound checked by 7.30pm to 8pm, then start the first performance around 9pm, with the second performance starting around 10.30pm, through to a standard midnight curfew. Many bands will offer longer performances at an additional cost, including finishing times of 1am and 2am.

Bands will provide background music from an MP3 player or laptop between their performances.

The average volume level of most fully-amplified 4-piece guitar-based rock and pop bands, is between 95dB – 110 dB (decibels), with occasional volume peaks of around 120dB. This is a big, roof-raising sound with lots of energy, making them the perfect headliners to your party!

If your venue has noise restrictions or a sound limiter, it doesn’t mean you can’t have a band. Just speak to our Entertainment Coordinators before you book to find the right artists for you. Many of our bands have the option of an electric drum kit, which can significantly help to reduce overall volume. Check out our sound limiter friendly collection here.

Most bands can work within a space of 4 metres wide by 3 metres deep, but this increases as you add more members. The guide below shows how much space bands of different sizes require:

  • 3-piece band = 3 x 3 metres
  • 4-piece band = 4 x 3 metres
  • 5 and 6-piece band = 5 x 3 metres
  • 7-piece band and bigger = 5-6 x 4 metres or more

To unload, set up and sound check takes on average 60 – 90 minutes, depending on how close the band can park relative to the space they’re performing in. Some busy London hotels insist bands load in via a suppliers entrance, using an elevator shared with caterers and staff. This can greatly extend set up times.

After the performance, it takes around 45 – 60 minutes to pack down and load out.

To really rock at your event, most live bands need:

  • a suitably-sized, safe, dry performance area. If performing outside, they will require cover – either from the rain or from the scorching sun!
  • parking, preferably with easy access to the venue
  • refreshments such as soft drinks and sometimes food, depending on how long you have booked them for.

All Alive Network bands will provide their own PA system, microphones, stage lighting, backline amplifiers and instruments.

Aside from finding some of the best Function Bands in the UK and getting expert advice from our friendly staff, one of the main reasons to hire a Function Band from Alive Network Entertainment Agency is security. We ensure your booking is covered 24/7 against any eventuality, so that no matter what, you can enjoy your event without worrying about whether your entertainment will turn up. If your Function Band is ill or unable to perform, our team will be on hand to source a suitable replacement even out of office hours and at short notice. Imagine having to do that yourself!?

  • Outstanding five-star customer service
  • Emergency cover 24/7, 365 days a year
  • Hand-picked Function Bands for the ultimate in quality and reliability
  • Safe, secure booking contracts for your peace of mind
  • Easy enquiry and booking process
  • Hundreds of Rock and Pop Function Bands to choose from
  • Trusted brand with over 110,000 previous clients & high-profile industry partnerships
  • Instant online Function Band prices & availability

Established in 1999, Alive Network has grown to become the UK's largest live entertainment agency and one of the leading online entertainment booking services in the world. We specialise in wedding entertainment, party entertainment and corporate entertainment, trusted by companies like Apple, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, Coca-Cola & Nike, and we have helped over 110,000 customers to hire the perfect live entertainment for their events. We are formally partnered with BIMM, the largest and leading provider of contemporary music education in the UK and Europe, ensuring that we are able to bring you the very best new talent exclusively at Alive Network.

Find more about Alive Network Entertainment Agency here

For information on joining Alive Network please visit our 'How to join' pages here.

What you will need in order to apply?

  • High quality audio tracks and promo photos
  • Reliable, good quality equipment & your own transport
  • A setlist of music suited to private events
  • Smart formal stage clothes, suited to private events
  • A PA system & stage lighting suited to audiences of up to 200 people
  • Reliable, professional band mates

For a more comprehensive booking guide please read ‘Booking a function band – Everything you’ll ever need to know’.

If you have any other queries, simply visit our FAQ page.

Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 0845 108 5500 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

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