Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Epic party bands in the North East – hire a band with Function Central and you're guaranteed an outstanding performance in any genre, from rock and pop cover songs to swing and ceilidh.
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Experience the electrifying magic of 13 Manchester maestros turning karaoke into an epic live spectacle, complete with bespoke arrangements and unforgettable performances that elevate any occasion!
Dynamic saxophonist delivering electrifying performances from UK festivals to global hotspots, mixing smooth jazz with Ibiza beats, R&B and hip-hop, with optional DJ for enhanced duos.
Incredible 60s band transporting crowds back to the golden age of rock'n'roll with their authentic sound alongside modern day party favourites!
Dynamic and soulful acoustic duo boasting both male and female lead vocals, an extensive repertoire, and a cool dynamic, specialising in soul, funky mashups, dance, and R&B.
Authentic rock'n'roll band playing 1950s and 1960s hits as well as modern songs with a vintage twist!
Uber-cool, fun-loving 4-piece playing a selection of the best pop rock songs from the last 60 years covering songs from The Beatles and Elvis through to Kings Of Leon and Adele!
Dynamic duo with outstanding vocals and guitar skills deliver a versatile blend of tunes from Stevie Wonder to Daft Punk, offering both chill live sets and energetic party anthems, with the option to include a DJ.
Popular Scottish Ceilidh band featuring a charismatic caller and a former Scottish National Fiddle Champion! This internationally acclaimed group have performed all over the UK and Europe. Solo fiddle, accordion & fiddle duo, fiddle & guitar duo, string trio or quartet also available!
Nationally cherished Scottish ceilidh band who have featured on BBC's Monarch of the Glen and STV's Heartless! Additional ceilidh horn section, caller and DJ services are all available.
Give your loved one a beautiful, New Orleans style send off. The NOLA Funeral Band are able to march in a funeral procession, perform outdoors in a churchyard or indoors in a crematorium or at a wake.
Fun and lively ceilidh duo, whose unique line-up includes a mix of instruments, dances, and folk songs. A caller is included and a four piece line-up upgrade is also available.
From weddings to Bar Mitzvahs to large-scale corporate events, our North East party bands are guaranteed to give you a night to remember.
With acts like The Animals and Maximo Park, Newcastle has a track
record for producing great bands and our local Newcastle bands offer
some of the finest entertainment in the area.
Whether it’s 60s rock’n’roll, 70s disco, 80s pop classics or modern chart hits, our acts will fill the dancefloor every time.
And don't forget to consider all the additional services that our bands offer, from DJ sets to smooth jazz – make the most of booking local with Function Central by using your act’s add-ons throughout the day.
Our bands play every kind of music, from spicy salsa and traditional ceilidh to upbeat rock & indie. We have party bands in North East suitable for all occasions, budgets and venues.
If you want a riotous wedding reception, book an act 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 soul band?
Or for something more original, check out our selection of alternative bands for hire too.
If you’re not sure what would work best for your event, get in touch with one of our 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 the North East for hire throughout the day, not just at your evening reception.
For a wedding ceremony, you could hire one of our North East string quartets.
For the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail party and drinks receptions, we have North East-based guitarists and pianists.
Or for a summer garden party or outdoor event, our steel bands and Dixieland jazz bands are much in-demand!
Perhaps you’re planning a garden party or something with a touch of
sophistication?
Our jazz bands are suave, compact, professional and set the perfect tone for your event. From jazz standards and wartime ditties to all-out big bang swing, we have all of the area’s classiest jazz acts for hire.
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!
As the leading North East entertainment agency, we can help you hire your perfect band to perform anywhere in Newcastle upon Tyne and the North East.
With its lively musical history and party-starting culture, we always look forward to an evening in the North East and can provide bands across Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland, Blyth, Cramlington, Gateshead, South Shields, Tynemouth, Chester-le-Street, Billingham, Peterlee, Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland, Washington and Wallsend.
Whether you're planning a celebration at The Grand Hotel, Gosforth
Park, The Vermont Hotel, Village Hotel Club or As You Like It, check out our wide variety of band hire options to set you and your guests up for an unforgettable occasion.
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 have handpicked the very best cover bands that the North East has to offer, so you don’t have to! Our bands are available throughout the UK and internationally.
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