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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After starting out as a tribute to 90s dance classics the band now play high-octane club floor-fillers from the 70s to the present day. Using mash-ups, medleys and segues, songs are blended into one seamless night of entertainment.
Lively and entertaining New Orleans style street band featuring brass, sousaphone and drums. A broad repertoire to suit any occasion from garden reception, to street parade, to spirited parties with dancing! Also available with two female lead vocalists.
Stylish and soulful acoustic guitar and vocal duo combining high calibre musicianship with an uplifting set spanning James Brown to Beyonce. Incredible value and guaranteed to appeal to all ages! DJ service available.
Fun, lively 4-piece playing classic and modern rock & pop with a jazzy, boho twist! The band's winning combination of infectious energy and dancefloor cool is winning over audiences at weddings and parties up and down the UK.
Energetic and talented, this all-female brass ensemble blends pop, jazz, funk, and soul into an electrifying musical experience that captivates audiences worldwide.
Award-winning klezmer band performing Eastern European Jewish, Israeli and Balkan music, ideal for listening and dancing.
TV Cowboys are a father and son led group with a lifetime's experience on the road, recording and touring with artists such as Johnny Cash, Taylor Swift, Dwight Yoakam, Glen Campbell, Lonnie Donegan and more.
Fun and stylish, this international jazz ensemble brings a fresh twist to classic swing, bossa nova, and pop for an exhilarating, one-of-a-kind show.
Highly sought-after unplugged trio with virtuoso saxophone and acoustic guitars, delivering harmonious three-part melodies and a lively, interactive repertoire spanning from the 1950s to today's hits.
Enchanting rhythms and beautiful melodies are brought to life by this sensational female-fronted Brazilian band. Perfect as either background music during receptions or for dancing the night away.
Explosive brass band delivering a funky blend of soul and pop songs for dancing. The band can also offer costumed oompah sets for Oktoberfest or New Orleans roaming sets if required.
Bringing an unrivalled electricity and energy to their performances, Sierra DJ Band have performed for the likes of the Melbourne Grand Prix, the Australian Open and travelled the world for P&O Cruises.
Contemporary & stylish ‘live-lounge’ covers duo with eight years of experience; performing at UK Festivals including, Hyde Park for the London 2012 Olympics and The Formula 1 Grand Prix at Silverstone. Party duo with backing tracks also available.
With a song list of sizzling samba and salsa, groovy cha cha and infectious Latin pop, Ritmo Latino are an all-star band who have entertained celebrities like Anthony Joshua and Tony Hadley.
Performing globally since 2010, an energetic and experienced act, creating musical performances for you to treasure, always!
Lively dance routines, dazzling costumes, and plenty of audience participation – this compact 80s tribute band will have your guests singing along to Whitney, Madonna, Tiffany, and more!
This versatile band brings the swinging 60s to life with their authentic tunes, covering everything from rock & roll to pop, and Motown to funk & soul, perfect for any event!
Acoustic Sunset Trio blends harmonies, acoustic guitar, and cajon to deliver live pop, folk, jazz, and dance music to any event. French and Italian songs also available on request.
Mumford & Sons inspired acoustic band with a wide-ranging song list from classic rock to the latest pop. The band can also offer roaming sets in the afternoon.
If you're hoping for the ultimate party experience then look no further! This collective of London's West End's best singers and musicians are set to take your event to another level!
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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