Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Function Central's local wedding bands in Newcastle are the best in Toon! Whether you’re looking for a guitarist for a get together, a string quartet for a ceremony or a barn dance band for a Bar Mitzvah, we've got the perfect band for every occasion.
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Popular, energetic 5 or 6-piece wedding band featuring male vocals and first rate musicians. Afternoon acoustic jazz & swing sets and DJ service available.
Brass AF's huge sound - a melting pot of drum beats, pumping bass lines and roaring horn parts - will get even your shyest guests onto the dancefloor!
Immersing their audience in the essence of New Orleans' "roaring 20s" jazz era, The Canal Street Swing Band have earned acclaim at numerous venues, from raucous bars to highly respected jazz festivals.
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!
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.
Our live wedding bands in Newcastle play all the songs you love – from classics by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Stevie Wonder to the latest chart topper by Taylor Swift.
They can even learn a special song for your first dance.
Our local ceilidh bands make great
entertainment for family events as do swing bands, soul bands and even steel bands.
All our bands are fully self-contained with their own PA sound system, microphones, backline amplifiers and instruments. This works really well for most marquee or indoor weddings.
Let us know if you're expecting more than 250 guests, so we can check whether the act’s system is large enough.
Most bands will also bring lighting for both the stage and dancefloor.
Check the act's individual profile for more details and optional add-ons to enhance the show!
Most bands will be happy to learn and perform your first dance request – 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.
Wedding music isn’t just about the final party.
If you're looking for background music to accompany your drinks reception or meal, try our jazz bands, acoustic musicians or singers.
If you're after Newcastle wedding musicians for the bridal entrance, exit or the signing of the register, our harpists or string quartets are a popular choice to make those moments extra special.
With a history of party-starting and a record of producing bands such as Maximo Park, Roxy Music and Lighthouse Family, music is at the heart of any celebration in Newcastle.
Our bands love to contribute to the party atmosphere as venues as varied as Northside Farm, The Biscuit Factory, As You Like It, The Vermont Hotel, Beamish Hall, The Parlour at Blagdon, Lumley Castle and The Grand Hotel.
Our wedding bands are available to play anywhere in the city and the North East,
including Sunderland, Gateshead, South Shields, Tynemouth, Washington,
Wallsend, Jarrow, Longbenton, Whitley Bay, Hebburn, Whickham, Ryton,
Blaydon, Houghton-Le-Spring, Hetton-le-Hole, Wideopen, Fence Houses,
Rowlands Gill, Throckley, Annitsford, Whitburn and Cleadon.
We love it when people get creative with their wedding themes and music.
Check out our brass and drums bands for an increasingly popular and refreshing alternative to the classic Newcastle function band.
It's also worth browsing our soul bands, ceilidh bands and latin & world music bands.
For even more offbeat ideas, see our alternative bands section.
You won’t have to have a budget buffet if you hire a band in Newcastle and the North East from Function Central: our price promise takes the sting out of entertainment, leaving you with plenty left over for drinks and dresses, and no financial dire straits.
Get more for your money by booking a jazz band in Newcastle to play throughout your day, from welcoming your guests to the ceremony to getting the dancing started at your reception.
We have live wedding music for every venue, including Beamish Hall, Seaham Hall & Serenity Spa and Jesmond Dene House.
We only use the most exciting, professional and reliable bands for hire in Newcastle-upon-Tyne and the surrounding areas.
Function Central are live music experts and can find the perfect band for your event, whether you’re looking for a guitarist for a get together, a string quartet for a ceremony or a festival band for a Bar Mitzvah.
We take the hassle out of hiring wedding bands so that you can relax and enjoy your day!
Function Central are a leading Newcastle wedding music booking agency, with outstanding acts, unbeatable prices, secure contracts and 5 star rated customer service. Our local bands and DJs are available for events throughout the UK and internationally.
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