Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Hire the very best live wedding bands in Kent. The county that gave us The Stones, Bowie and Kate Bush is a wellspring of musical talent.
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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.
Able to roam amongst your guests completely unplugged, this lively and charismatic 3-piece deliver modern twists on classic hits, seamless harmonies, and an unbeatable live music experience.
Since weddings are cross-generational events, our Kent wedding bands usually perform a wide range of music through the decades.
A typical wedding set-list will likely include a mixture of mainstream, uptempo rock, pop,
soul, Motown and R&B – music to appeal to all tastes and ages.
If pop music isn't your thing, fear not. Brass and drums bands for a popular alternative to the classic function band format. We also have festival folk bands in Kent, ideal for barn-based knees-ups and postmodern Jukebox style bands for a jazzy twist on pop covers.
For retro weddings, our decade-themed bands pay tribute to the 50s, 60s or 80s.
After we receive your enquiry, we'll send you a quote, inclusive of VAT and covering the following services:
Yes – all our function bands in Kent are fully self-contained with their own PA sound system, microphones, backline amplifiers and instruments. Most bands will also bring lighting for both the stage and dancefloor.
The band's PA system should be loud enough for most marquee or indoor weddings, but let us know if you're expecting more than 250 guests, so we can check this.
Check the act's individual profile for more details and optional add-ons to enhance the show!
Most of our Kent wedding bands are happy to learn and perform your first dance request free of charge – provided they think they can arrange it for their line-up and do it justice.
Check the act’s profile to see what they can offer and if they can’t do it live, they could just play it through their PA system using Spotify or an mp3 player.
Our Kent wedding bands will aim to arrive between 5pm and 6pm, and will need a setup and sound-check window of 60 to 90 minutes.
Since the band will need to make a bit of noise to test their sound levels, it's advisable to close off the room to guests during this time.
Although sound-checks are recommended, it's not always practical for weddings which take place in the same room. Let us know if you'd prefer a silent set-up (line-check only) instead, and we can arrange this.
Our Kent function bands usually play either two sets of 60 minutes each or three sets of 40 minutes each, with a brief break in between.
Our standard booking contracts specify a finish time no later than midnight, though this can be extended for an extra charge, if preferred.
No – interval music is provided free of charge with every booking, to ensure there's never silence. The band will put on appropriate music through their PA using a laptop or device.
You're welcome to hand the band a device containing a pre-prepared playlist of your favourite songs, if you prefer.
Many of our bands also offer their own DJ service, for a nominal charge. Usually this will be a laptop equipped with DJ software and manned by a band member all night.
If you're after more sophisticated lighting, or want to continue the wedding party beyond midnight, we recommend booking a separate DJ.
The aptly named Garden of England is the perfect base to celebrate your wedding. From its undulating hills and watery edges, to its magical cities and seaside towns, Kent has an enviably diverse character.
Our bands have performed in all major centres of the county, including Maidstone, Gillingham, Dartford, Chatham, Ashford, Sevenoaks and Dover.
A few Kent venues our bands have played at and which we'd recommend are: Sprivers Mansion, Bradbourne House, Eastwell Manor and The Hop Farm to Leeds Castle, Winters Barns and Hever Castle.
They've performed at venues within a stones throw of Rochester and Canterbury cathedrals as well as shabby-chic seaside venues in Margate, Folkestone, Herne Bay, Whitstable and Deal.
Our Kent wedding bands start as low as £850 for a 3-piece band, running into several thousand pounds for a world-class, 10-piece show band.
In 2022, the median (typical) price paid for a 4-piece wedding band was £1350.
The bands featured here are best suited as the headline act for dancing, later on in the evening.
However, we can also offer soloists, duos, jazz and other background musicians in Kent, for your ceremony or drinks party.
Our selection of string quartets, harpists, pianists, and classical guitarists can serenade you whilst you walk down the aisle, entertain guests whilst you sign the register and pose for photographs.
They're also a great ice-breaker at your drinks reception or wedding meal. Just browse the menus at the top of this page to find what you're looking for.
Our experts take the stress out of hiring a Kent wedding band and will recommend a fantastic choice of wedding music in every genre.
If
you're looking for entertainment to satisfy even the most discerning of
guests, rest assured in the knowledge that we only use the most
professional, outstanding acts, all of whom have been fully vetted by
our team.
Cancellations are rare. This is because each musician in the band will have several well-trained, deputy musicians who can replace them in the event of accident or illness.
In the unlikely event that your Kent wedding band is forced to cancel the booking, Function Central will offer suitable replacement bands of similar standard and style, at no extra cost.
If you're not happy with any replacements offered, Function will refund you all payments made to date to Function Central or the band.
Yes! We get that choosing a band can be overwhelming and we’re more than happy to help you out. Drop us a line message or give us a call on 0333 242 0560 and we’ll go from there.
You can also read this handy guide on how to choose a wedding band
In most instances, a sound limiter won’t stand in the way of you booking the band you want. If the sound limiter is set to a threshold below 95 decibels, let us know, as some bands will struggle to keep within this range and may need to make adjustments. For example, some bands may be able to substitute live drums for electronic drums, which will bring down the overall level of the band.
If the threshold is 80-85dB, things can get trickier. In this case, you may need to choose a duo or acoustic band.
On each band’s profile you’ll find a song list, you’re welcome to flag up any preferred songs from the list and ask that any you don’t like are left out. While your Kent wedding band will do their best to play as many of your requests as possible, they may need to change things up according to audience response. The best bands work with their audience and gauge the mood on the night. Trust us (we’ve been doing this for a long time!), this is the best way to keep feet on the dance floor all night long.
Booking time depends on when your wedding is taking place. For a Saturday wedding in the summer, some of the most popular bands will need to be booked 18 months in advance. Other bands can be booked 12 months before the day.
For low-season or weekday weddings, you can probably get away with booking six months in advance.
Whenever your wedding, we always recommend booking as soon as you can if you have your heart set on a particular band.
In most cases, bands are happy to play in the great outdoors. You will need shelter to protect them and their equipment and access to a power supply to make it happen. Give us a call if you’re unsure if your venue will fit the bill and we’ll be more than happy to advise.
Since 2008 we've provided bands and musicians for thousands of wedding receptions throughout Kent, from Dartford to Deal.
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Function Central provide the best DJs. entertainers and bands for weddings in Kent and throughout the UK. We're the nation's leading wedding music booking agency, with 5-star rated customer service, unbeatable prices, secure contracts and outstanding quality.
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