Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Twist and shout with our selection of party bands for hire in Liverpool – one of the most musically iconic cities in the world. Our bands play upbeat rock, pop, soul and indie covers to fill your dancefloor.
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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.
Delivering a diverse range of songs from many genres and decades, reinvented in a captivating vintage style from upbeat funk, jazz standards or Brazilian samba and Latin beats.
A superb 80s tribute band with male vocals and featuring retro-synth sounds, capturing the spirit and dubious fashion sense of the 80s. A retro show that's second to none! Available with female vocals.
A diverse and lively party group currently regularly playing weddings and events - a small setup delivering a big sound and captivating party vibe.
This lively covers band are as comfortable playing student events as they are wedding receptions, and draw on a varied repertoire of 60s-00s floor-fillers. DJ service available.
Fed up the same old wedding band promos? Choose a band that can offer you anything from rock 'n' roll to modern classics and indie favourites. Four Kicks are here to save the day!
Entertaining guests with their luxury rock for over 13 years, Mozarts Gokarts have performed for royals, the army, heads of state, business tycoons and society's rich and famous - and now they're ready for you!
Charismatic, 3-piece band specialising in UK garage tracks, old-school R&B and 90s and 00s classics, as well as current chart-toppers.
Lively and experienced rock and pop party band delivering high quality entertainment for weddings and parties! Afternoon sets, DJ service and additional musicians also available.
Recreating a full band sound with their impactful, multi-instrumental talent, this duo are ready to get your party started! Their diverse songlist will surprise and delight you - and keep your guests dancing and singing along!
Hugely entertaining and swinging 1920s-style jazz band, who have previously performed at Wembley Stadium. The band put their own unique and eccentric take on modern pop, from Taylor Swift to Motorhead! DJ laptop service available on request.
Electrifying trio specialising in all things electronic music, DJ, sax and percussion bringing Ibiza vibes to any event!
Great value party and wedding band in the North East who've supported The Klaxons and Turin Brakes and bagged the coveted XFM unsigned band award. Large rock and pop song list spanning seven decades of covers! DJ service available.
The Gin Rickeys are a postmodern jukebox band giving a jazzy and Latin twist to pop classics, from Dua Lipa to Junior Senior, with a dash of Rosalia and a sprinkle of Aretha Franklin. Imagine a postmodern jukebox, but with an extra dose of energy!
Take your event the full distance and let East River carry you away with all your favourite tunes late into the night! Brass section available.
Floor-stomping folk anthems from the likes of Mumford and Sons as well as floor-filler classics from The Killers, Queen, The Beatles and many more.
With infectious enthusiasm, exceptional talent, and a diverse repertoire that spans decades and genres, The Remedy play timeless classics to the latest chart-toppers – the perfect mix to keep the party going.
Experienced all-male wedding function band who have toured with Deacon Blue and The Sugababes. Expect danceable classics by artists such as Queen and The Killers! DJ service available.
Knock-out New Orleans style brass party band with drums for Mardi Gras parades, festivals, funerals, surprise entries and dancing! Larger line-ups available.
Impressive male-fronted rock and pop wedding covers band from the North East. Book the band with female vocalist, brass section, DJ service or acoustic afternoon sets.
Born at the Cavern Club in the swinging sixties, Liverpool’s popular
music scene has produced some of the most iconic acts of all time. Still
to this day an exciting city filled with talented live performers,
Function Central has selected only the best cover bands in Liverpool for
you to choose from.
If you’re looking for a high-quality Liverpool party band to fill
your dancefloor, our acts will get the party started every time. You may
want something small and ornate for a themed event – browse our classy
selection of jazz bands to find something to make your evening
swing.
Typically, our Liverpool party bands perform a mixture of well-known, mainstream rock, pop, soul and Motown music from every era. This is ideal for cross-generation events where clients are looking to please all ages, from grandsons to grandparents.
Line-ups start with budget 3-piece bands with a guitar-oriented sound, playing rock, pop and indie anthems. Larger line-ups tend to add keyboards, brass and extra singers, which increases their sonic palette, and therefore the variety of genres they're able to cover. For this reason, our larger line-ups (5-piece+) tend to cover a broader range of styles including soul, dance and chart music.
Remember to make the most of your booking by considering add-ons when hiring a party band – many of our acts can offer DJ services, cocktail piano or even play you down the aisle. Booking locally helps to keep travel costs to a minimum.
We also have the finest selection of dedicated Beatles tribute bands. Playing all of your favourite hits from Liverpool’s famous Fab Four, a sound-a-like and lookalike Beatles tribute is the perfect way to get your guests out of their seats and singing along. From bowl-cuts and brogues to the psychedelic Sgt Pepper jackets, Function Central have the best Beatles cover bands available.
This page is dedicated to party bands, but Function Central is an entertainment agency in Liverpool providing musicians for hire throughout the day, not just at your evening reception.
For a wedding ceremony, you could hire one of our Liverpool string quartets. For the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail party and drinks receptions, we have local guitarists and pianists.
Or for a summer garden party or outdoor event, our steel bands and Dixieland jazz bands in Liverpool are much in-demand!
If you’re looking for something more refined, our jazz bands in Liverpool 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 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!
Our bands have played at some the most well-known venues across the city including Hard Days Night Hotel, The Waterfront, Thornton Manor, The Richmond Hotel and The Liner Hotel and can adapt to fit your specifications and budget. Our rock bands can size down to a 3-piece, for example, and most Liverpool singers are able to perform just with a backing track.
The city that produced The Beatles, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, The Zutons, The Lightning Seeds, Atomic Kitten and Circa Waves demands extraordinary musical entertainment at any event - and we're here to provide it.
Our bands have played throughout Liverpool and Merseyside, including: Birkenhead, St Helens, Southport, Wallasey, Bebington, Bootle, Crosby, Kirkby, Prescot, Heswall, Maghull, Formby, Newton-le-Willows, Halewood, Litherland, Haydock, West Kirby, Hoylake and Garswood.
They're also familiar with playing parties across the
Wirral, in Birkenhead, Wallasey, Bebington, Heswall, Hoylake and West
Kirby.
Before you book more musicians for afternoon background music, check whether members of your band can provide this – it'll save you additional costs, such as travel.
If you haven't yet set your event date, consider booking a midweek or winter date to take advantage of the most competitive rates.
Always consider hiring a band from your local area, to save on travel and accommodation costs. We have bands based in most major towns and cities across the UK.
Function Central is a leading covers band hire agency. We provide exceptional talent for private events, both in Liverpool, throughout the UK and internationally.
Hire a local band to save on costs – we have bands based in most major UK towns and counties.
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