Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
From weddings and small parties to corporate events and student parties, we have the finest party bands for hire in Hampshire and the surrounding counties playing rock and pop cover songs as well as jazz, swing and ceilidh!
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Breathtaking vocals, lush harmonies and an explosive rhythm section – this West Midlands wedding party band play a wide selection of soul, disco, rock’n’roll and the latest indie to keep you dancing until the wee hours! DJ service available.
A sassy, classy, badass party band with 10 years experience playing the live music scene in the South West. The band features both male and female lead vocals, with DJ services and acoustic sets also available.
Energetic party band playing crowd-rousing anthems by Huey Lewis, The Killers, Oasis, Lady Gaga, The Weekend and more!
Delivering nothing but the best on every aspect of the band, New Power Groove boast the highest quality vocals, rhythm section and horns in the business. This could just be the peak of party music! DJ service also available on request.
All your favourite 80s chart-toppers, expertly reproduced with authentic synth sounds and a lot of energy. Vice City are guaranteed to set the dancefloor ablaze and get those sweatbands working overtime!
Party Club International featuring world-class musicians who have shared stage with Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa and George Ezra, Party Club International offers a meticulously curated and expertly performed selection of the finest pop, soul and Motown.
High-energy with a truly authentic sound, Detroit City Soul play classics from the Motown era through to the latest pop floor-fillers. They can also play jazz, rock'n'roll, disco, funk and Jewish hora!
Festival-hardened 4-piece playing unique, folksy covers of classic and contemporary party tunes. Enormous song list and a favourite at barn weddings!
Electrifying live DJ band featuring sax and percussion, with a mastery of the dancefloor! Elevate's song list ranges from Ibiza classics and hip-hop & garage beats to indulgent guilty pleasures and timeless 90s classics!
Energetic party band with fantastic harmonies, a huge live sound and an impressive list of pop, rock and soul hits from the 50s to the present day. Previous clients include Easyjet, DHL, and The British Army. Keyboards, saxophone and male vocalist, acoustic duo and DJ set available!
Electrifying and glamorous, this dynamic group delivers decades of club classics—90s House, Disco, Drum & Bass, and EDM—infused with the wild energy of 1970s nightlife.
Fun, talented and energetic party band, with a setlist jam-packed with pop, rock and indie hits, ideal for weddings and birthdays!
Delivering a full stage sound with an energetic, experienced 4-piece band, The Funky Struts know how to get your dancefloor packed and partying!
With a diverse setlist featuring artists like Queen, Coldplay, and The Kinks, this pop and rock party band brings the perfect mix of energy and entertainment to any event.
Luxury show band including male and female vocals and specialising in pop, R&B, hip hop, drum'n'bass, garage, funk, Motown, soul and dance.
Featuring rich three-part harmonies and the silky tones of the sax, Third Light acoustic band play covers of all your favourite feel-good tunes, from Lionel Richie and Whitney Houston to Taylor Swift and Bastille.
Midlands-based 3-piece rock and pop band offering a jam-packed blend of styles spanning multiple decades and genres. Acoustic sets and DJ service also available.
Utilising ground-breaking LED light show technology, MisLED Brass perform covers and mashups of music ranging from drum’n’bass to 80s classics, with fully synchronised light shows and choreographed routines.
Seasoned male-fronted rock and pop wedding and party band covering a varied mix of songs, from 1960s Merseybeat to the latest chart-toppers. Book the band’s DJ service and acoustic sets for music throughout the day.
Exciting male-fronted wedding and party band, playing music from all decades but specialising in the swinging 60s! Stunningly authentic performances using incredible vintage equipment. Extra performances, low-season rates and DJ service available.
Whatever occasion you are celebrating, music is the best way to make any event memorable, and Hampshire attracts great musicians from all over the world!
Our experts have tracked down the most talented and reliable party bands in Hampshire so that you don’t have to.
We have local bands in all styles, suitable for all budgets – and all of them are young enough to love what they do and experienced enough to know exactly what to play and when!
We can provide local party bands for every occasion, from anniversaries and Christmas parties, to birthdays and bar Mitzvahs.
Our Hampshire wedding bands
will keep your guests dancing till dawn, typically playing a variety of
classic, upbeat hits from every decade – soul, rock, pop, chart and
dance and more.
Our band line-ups start with small, guitar-based outfits, usually
consisting of 3 or 4 musicians and specialising in rock, pop and indie.
Our mid-sized line-ups, usually consisting of 5 to 9 members, include
brass sections, keyboards and often the option of both male and female
lead vocals. These typically specialise in pop, soul, Motown and dance
music.
Finally, we have large showbands and jazz orchestras including up to 21 musicians!
For outdoor summer parties or background music at weddings, hire one of the best jazz musicians in Hampshire. They'll help break the ice at dinner, distract guests during photos or lighten the mood at your drinks reception, allowing guests to mingle and chat more freely.
Or if you need something engaging and fun for all the family, have a look at our ceilidh bands. They perform a variety of English, Irish and Scottish music – ideal for a knees-up in a barn!
If you’re looking for something more refined, our jazz bands in Hampshire cover a range of sub-genres including gypsy jazz bands, jazz trios, wedding jazz bands, background jazz bands.
All will play non-intrusive, sophisticated background music that your guests can talk over.
For the evening, consider hiring a swing band to get the party started.
Our Hampshire bands all come fully equipped for your event – it’s just worth getting in touch if you think your event will exceed 250 guests, as extra equipment might then be necessary. You just need to make sure that the band has a power source to plug in to and a space to perform!
We recommend a flat and sheltered stage area of at least 3x3 meters for a 3-piece band – then add an extra metre squared per band member that you have booked.
A raised stage is preferable for maximum impact but our bands are flexible to all kinds of set ups!
Craig David? Foxes? Matt Cardle? Aqualung? Wildchild? Whatever your go-to musical choice, there is plenty of musical history and diversity to enjoy
in the rich, royal heritage of Hampshire.
Our bands love to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or significant occasion
at any venue across the varied landscape of Hampshire
including Cain Manor, Botleys Mansion, Audley Woods Hotel, Tournerbury,
Guildford Manor Hotel, The Potters Heron, Farnham Castle, Highfield Park
and The Mill House Hotel.
Our bands are available across the county, performing in Southampton, Portsmouth, Basingstoke, Eastleigh, Gosport, Farnborough, Aldershot, Horndean, Winchester, Havant, Fareham, Andover, Fleet, Totton, Hedge End, Stubbington, Hythe, New Milton, Emsworth, Alton, Romsey, and the Isle of Wight.
They will also travel UK wide and internationally.
Take advantage of the band's acoustic or jazz sets in the afternoon, or their in-house DJ service later in the night. Since the musicians will be on site anyway, they can usually often these services at half the cost of booking an additional act.
If you’re planning an event, avoid the hassle and extra travel costs
of booking a band from further afield by seeking out a local act.
Our
Function Central experts have gathered together the very best cover
bands that Hampshire has to offer – a top selection of professional
outfits appropriate for a range of occasions.
Function Central is a leading cover bands hire agency. We provide exceptional talent for private events, both in Hampshire, throughout the UK and internationally.
Hire a local band to save on costs – we have acts based in most major UK towns and counties.
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