Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Hiring a party band in London? The British capital, home to artists from the Rolling Stones to Dua Lipa, offers a huge choice of live cover bands for hire as well as as well as jazz, swing and ceilidh.
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Boogie on down to 70s classics to one of the funkiest 70s tribute bands in town. This high-end showband are all flares, platforms and hippie chic, and their sound is as bold as their attire. Additional musicians and DJ service also available.
London-based wedding and party band with a vast repertoire covering all genres, including a specialist Britpop/90s set, covering indie bands such as Oasis, Blur and Supergrass, as well as classic British rock acts.
Show-stopping party band playing a wide variety of hits by artists including Chic, Diana Ross and Bruno Mars that guarantee a night to remember! Additional musicians available.
Award-winning party & events band delivering a tantalizing blend of R&B, Funk, Pop and 90’s Dance
Say yes to cheese, high energy & a totally rad repertoire! Totally Rad are an 80s tribute band like no other. Each member is wireless and will be in the crowd as much as they're on the stage.
Stereo Sonic bring a fresh new energy to the party band scene along with an eclectic mix of floor fillers, from Stevie Wonder to Harry Styles.
Dynamic four-piece band, delivering feel-good music with energetic sets spanning decades of must-have hits, including tunes from The Beatles, Elvis, Robbie Williams, Kings of Leon and many more!
Outstanding brass band who can adapt to a range of scenarios, whether playing pop songs with vocals for dancing at weddings, oompah in lederhosen at Oktoberfest or as a mobile marching band for promotions and processions.
A traditional gypsy jazz and acoustic swing band, these folks masterfully play Django Reinhardt classics, along with swing-style covers of modern artists. Available as an instrumental line-up or with female vocals.
Be a rock star for an evening! Instead of singing to karaoke recorded tracks, your guests get to sing with the backing of a full live band.
Combining smooth vocal harmonies, toe-tapping rhythms, and infectious melodies, The Swing Tigers play classic swing for dancing, breathing new life into timeless classics.
Add a sprinkle of Americana country to your event with the feel-good repertoire and inexhaustible talent of The Kickin' Country Band. Soloist up to 7-piece band options available.
The ultimate 80s party band playing number one smashes from one of the most eclectic eras of all time, the 1980s.
Versatile and polished acoustic roaming band, offering a fusion of soul/Motown, rock 'n' roll, and modern pop tunes to sing along to, for either intimate or lively settings.
An intoxicating blend of swing, jazz and contemporary pop performed by experienced, world-class musicians. Additional musicians and afternoon sets also available.
Vintage Jukebox, with highly talented jazz and blues musicians, sets an unmatched musical standard. From jazz standards to the latest pop hits, Vintage Jukebox are capable of catering to events and weddings, offering tailor-made entertainment for any occasion.
Exciting new brass and drums band playing danceable pop songs as well as some Latin music. With Brazilian musicians in their ranks, the band will bring the spirit of Rio and Carnival to your event!
High Wire cover an electrifying mix of timeless classics and current chart-toppers from Amy Winehouse to the Spice Girls to the Jackson 5, for an unforgettable night of dancing.
When The Shots aren't sharing the stage with the likes of Sting and Jamiroquai, they can be found playing soul, pop and R&B covers at some of the coolest parties in the country. Fronted by an alumnus of The Voice UK 2019.
A guitar, violin and vocal harmony duo with a repertoire that covers everything from Ray Charles to Oasis, The Beatles to Beyoncé and Frank Sinatra to Britney Spears.
Whatever occasion you are celebrating, music is the best way to make any event memorable, and London attracts great musicians from all over the world, from Guernsey to Guatemala!
Our experts have tracked down the most talented and reliable acts in London so that you don’t have to.
We have London party 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!
Our London party bands for hire play every kind of music, from spicy salsa and traditional ceilidh to upbeat rock & indie.
We have party bands in London suitable for all occasions, budgets and venues. If you want a riotous wedding reception, book a London party band to play rock & pop hits all the way from the 60s through to the present day.
If you love the sounds of Motown, R&B and big brass sections how about hiring a London soul band?
If you’re not sure what would work best for your event, get in touch with one of our London party band experts, and we’ll find the perfect entertainment for you.
This page is dedicated to party bands, but Function Central is an entertainment agency providing musicians in London for hire throughout the day, not just at your evening reception.
For a wedding ceremony, you could hire one of our string quartets.
For the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail party and drinks receptions, we have London-based guitarists and pianists.
Or for a summer garden party or outdoor event, our steel bands and Dixieland jazz bands are much in-demand!
If you’re looking for something more refined, our London jazz bands for hire 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 live bands come fully equipped for your event, though it’s worth getting in touch if you think your event will exceed 250 guests, as a larger PA system might 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!
From Queen to Led Zeppelin to Coldplay, Mumford & Sons and The
Clash, there is no limit on London's musical past. Across this colourful city, exploding with history, culture and art, there is no shortage of bespoke venues to host your memorable event.
We have London wedding bands and party bands able to perform in all areas of the city, including Camden, Greenwich, Hackney, Kensington, Hammersmith, Islington, Lambeth, Lewisham, Southwark, Tower Hamlets, Wandsworth, Westminster. We also provide bands to outer London boroughs including Barking, Barnet, Croydon, Ealing, Kingston-upon-Thames, Richmond, Harrow, Havering, Merton and Newham.
North, South, East or West of the capital, we have bands of every style and size to put on a fantastic night of entertainment for you and your guests to remember.
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.
Check out the band’s song list and send over requests from the list in advance of your event. Please also feel free to send over any songs you wouldn’t like to hear.
If there’s something else you’d love to hear the band play, please do send a request within plenty of time. Bear in mind that while bands will do their best to learn and play requests, it’s not always possible.
Our London bands are selected based on both their amazing performance skills and their reliability, so it’s unlikely that your band won’t play as planned. However, if inclement weather, accidents or illness strike, we offer a round the clock service ensuring a suitable replacement will be sent to you asap.
Each band has slightly different ways of working and so it’s worth checking individual profiles for more information on timings. Typically, bands play 3 x 40-minute sets or 2 x 60-minute sets.
Not necessarily – your band will make sure the party keeps on going by playing a pre-recorded playlist via Spotify through their PA system. Some even provide their own basic DJ services. You can create your own playlist and send it over to them in advance or they can play a party playlist of their own.
Saying that, if you’re looking for a more specialised music, professional mixing and additional lighting, we would recommend booking a London DJ here.
Function Central is a leading covers band hire agency. We provide exceptional talent for private events, both in London, 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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