Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Make any event special with a party band for hire in Sussex – from weddings, student parties and corporate events to birthday parties, NYE parties and Bar Mitzvahs. As well as pop and rock covers bands we can also provide jazz, swing and ceilidh music for any event.
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Electrifying, non-stop show, featuring rocking classics from the 1950s, party favourites from the 1960s, and danceable medleys from the 1970s and 1980s.
Dynamic, fun-loving duo bringing high-energy party anthems from every era to keep the dancefloor buzzing all night long!
Slick and versatile, this band delivers a high-energy blend of soulful covers and original mashups, spanning from soul, funk, pop and R&B.
High energy 90s themed band bringing you all the classic tunes from your favourite era! Expect hits from Shaggy to The Backstreet Boys, and everything in between.
Winners of the Prestige Awards 'Best London Party Band', The Chandeliers bring their youthful energy to a range a fresh medleys and rewrites of party favourites.
Vintage Swing takes you back to the golden age of swing. This dynamic 2-7 piece ensemble pays tribute to the Jazz Age and the Swing Era, capturing the spirit of these iconic musical periods.
This dynamic band hits all the right notes with classic Lindy hop and jump jive tunes, along with swinging renditions of chart-toppers by Pharrell and Bruno Mars. With their all-singing, all-swinging style, they're a sure bet for getting everyone up and dancing on the floor.
Acoustic guitar-led festival band covering indie folk and acoustic artists such as Mumford & Sons and Ed Sheeran. Expect upbeat, feel-good performances tailored to your preferences.
This authentic postmodern style swing band masterfully plays classic swing tunes, as well as pop songs reimagined in a swing style. They also offer the option to include additional musicians in their lineup.
High-energy pop and soul band with an enormous song list of almost 500 songs and featuring a world-class female vocalist! Book the band with optional 3-piece brass section or DJ!
Put some groove in your heart with this stunning 90s pop and dance band with male and female vocals. The band have a repertoire packed full of 90s hits, as well as club tunes from across the decades. Additional musicians and DJ service available.
A professional collective with a live band and DJ that offer more fun, energy and talent than you can handle and are guaranteed to create an unforgettable evening of performances.
The Laundrettes Roaming Band are the quirkiest musical marvels to hit London town! These groovy gals are famous for their toe-tapping tunes and infectious party vibes and can slot into any occasion indoors or outdoors.
Featuring powerful live vocals and virtuoso sax and guitar, BTP perform to high-quality backing tracks which can be replaced with a live DJ or live drums on request. Non-stop, party-starting entertainment.
Ignite your event with Alacantra's electrifying fusion of house and nu-disco interspersed with soulful live vocals, as she breathes new life into your favourite anthems.
Luxury function band made up of outstanding musicians from London that deliver an engaging, energetic and unforgettable show, guaranteed to get the audience dancing all night.
Slick party and wedding band capturing the definitive sound of pop and rock through the decades and led by an animated frontman who gets every crowd on their feet! DJ service and acoustic sets available.
Expert party trio with a varied playlist, taking you smoothly from the swinging sixties to the best modern rock and pop. Hire the band’s laptop DJ service to keep the dancefloor full between sets.
A supreme events band, performing globally since 2012, The Impressions offer vivid energy and musical brilliance, wrapped in a luxurious package.
Incredible versatile band with a song list ranging from 70s classics to the present day that includes current charts as well as all your favourite soul and Motown throwbacks!
Whatever occasion you are celebrating, music is the best way to make any event memorable, and Sussex attracts great musicians from all over the world!
Our experts have tracked down the most talented and reliable acts so that you don’t have to.
We have Sussex 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 Sussex wedding bands play all the hits, from time-tested classics to modern chart-toppers, and are happy to learn a first dance or special song for your event – whether it’s a well-known sing along or an obscure indie gem.
We have party bands for hire playing a wide range of genres. For a corporate party or glamorous student ball, book a Gatsby style swing band, or a band playing jazzy versions of pop covers.
For a raucous party in the pub, hire a rock and indie band.
For a garden party with no easy access to a power supply, hire a ‘wireless’ roving band, such as a steel band or acoustic band.
This page is dedicated to Sussex party bands for an evening party, where dancing is on the cards. But if you’re looking for something more laid-back, or suitable for a small venue, how about a singer guitarist or an acoustic duo?
Our jazz bands are ideal for creating an upbeat, mellow atmosphere your guests can talk over.
If you’re looking for something more refined, our Sussex 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 Sussex 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!
Towns full of history, views of the sea, walks through the countryside and a heavy sprinkling of rustic personality, Sussex really does have it all.
With such a collection of beautiful venues to choose from, we always know its going to be a fantastic party at Goodwood House,
Buxted Park Hotel, Hendall Manor Barns, Hickstead Hotel, Hartsfield
Manor, Cowdray House, Long Furlong Barn, Milwards House, Southdowns
Manor, South Lodge, The Darenth, Alexander House Hotel or Langshott
Manor.
Our West Sussex bands stretch across Worthing, Crawley, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, Shoreham-by-Sea, Horsham, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, East Grinstead and Chichester.
Our East Sussex bands are available throughout Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Hastings, Bexhill-on-Sea, Seaford, Crowborough, Hailsham, Portslade-by-Sea, Peacehaven and Lewes.
Our price promise means that, if another agency offers you one of our
Sussex party bands for a lower price or on better terms, we’ll match
their offer. And you won’t have to worry about hiring a separate DJ, as
many of our acts provide a free DJ service when they’re
not playing.
But the bargain price doesn’t mean you have to compromise on quality; our Sussex cover bands are the most gifted performers in the county, as well as being the most reliable, and are all strictly vetted before being allowed on to our books.
Function Central is a leading agency for cover bands in Sussex, providing exceptional talent for private events throughout the UK and internationally.
Use the menu below to find an outstanding local band – booking local saves on unnecessary travel and accommodation costs.
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