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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Knock-out New Orleans style brass party band with drums for Mardi Gras parades, festivals, funerals, surprise entries and dancing! Larger line-ups available.
A brass band like nothing you've ever experienced before. Trumpets, sousaphone, group vocals and stilt-walking percussionists combine to belt out classic pop tunes from the last 50 years and create an audio-visual spectacle!
A one-of-a-kind 5-piece jazz and swing band, specializing in a postmodern twist by performing pop standards with a classic jazz flair. If the mood calls for it, they effortlessly switch to funk and soul tunes to get everyone on their feet and dancing.
Belting out classic and modern anthems from Summer of '69 to Mr Brightside as well as contemporary pop, these northern rockers know how to ignite a party vibe like no-one else, guaranteeing an unforgettable night of non-stop dancing.
Exciting live function band with an eclectic mix of floor-filling, rock-oriented anthems – expect indie, pop and dance through the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and on to the present day.
The Pop Ups will play you through the decades! Born from a mutual love of classic pop, these phenomenal musicians deliver a night to remember.
Professional and versatile rock, pop and soul function band serving the North West and beyond, covering the very best of rock, pop, funk, soul and jazz across the decades. Highly recommended!
Eclectic Cheshire-based covers band who regularly play at weddings and events all over the UK and Europe. The band have a large repertoire spanning the last five decades.
A dynamic brass band that perform funk and pop covers in a New Orleans street style. Their diverse repertoire covers everything from Amy Winehouse to Stevie Wonder and Pharrell Williams.
Versatile duo featuring sultry female vocals and smooth sax alongside male vocals and killer guitar skills, delivering everything from chilled acoustics to pumping DJ sets to make your event a hit!
Energetic and innovative, this unique musical duo seamlessly blends various instruments and vocals, including drum and guitar loops, showcasing their exceptional ability to replicate a full band.
With top quality backing tracks, Silhouette are able to create that band sound effortlessly between them, blending their voices in harmony all backed out by stunning guitar and keyboard work.
Perform a varied mix of timeless and current classics guaranteed to get you and your guests celebrating all throughout the festivities!
A female-fronted pop and rock band that know what a great party is all about! From powerhouse vocals and party sets to acoustic afternoon background music, Backlight have you covered.
World-class brass and drums party band who are regulars at Glastonbury and have performed for Jamie Oliver and Liam Gallagher.
With outstanding male and female vocalists, The Monophonics seamlessly blend artists as varied as Stevie Wonder, The Killers, Lizzo and Queen.
Seamlessly blending cutting-edge drum samplers and electric percussion with live instruments.
Be a rock star for a day! Bandeoke is a unique and immersive experience, transforming you and your guests from mere spectators into the main attraction.
A function and party band based in Cheshire who are guaranteed to keep the dance floor full and keep the party going all night long!
Roadhouse are a high energy party band with a polished sound and awesome set list, guaranteed to have guests dancing the night away.
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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