Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Handpicked live wedding bands in East Sussex and the surrounding area, to suit your ears and your pocket!
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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!
Typically our Essex wedding bands perform a broad range of up-tempo, mainstream rock, pop, soul and chart music from the 1950s to the present day.
You’ll hear music designed to keep everyone on the dancefloor and appeal to all ages.
Our bands cover artists form The Beatles, Elvis, Queen, Prince and Oasis to Bruno Mars, The Weeknd and Dua Lipa.
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 East Sussex 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.
From the county that birthed such acts as The Kooks, Rizzle Kicks and Keane, we know that variety exists in East Sussex! From rolling country hills, to medieval villages and stunning coastlines, the county can meet the requirements of any style of wedding celebration.
We’ve provided music for every type of event in the area, from intimate dinner parties and wedding ceremonies to student balls and New Year’s Eve parties. Our bands love the ambience and enthusiasm of the crowds at venues such as Buxted Park Hotel, Wadhurst Castle, Crowhurst Park, Alexander House Hotel, Ashdown Park Hotel, and many more.
Function Central’s wedding bands have played to delighted crowds all over the county, including Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Hastings, Bexhill-on-Sea, Seaford, Crowborough, Hailsham, Portslade-by-Sea, Peacehaven, Lewes, Uckfield, Newhaven, Saltdean, Polegate, Heathfield, Battle, Rye, Ticehurst and Mayfield.
It's also worth checking out our bands in Brighton. And since East Sussex is only a short hop from London, hiring a band in London is also an option you may want to consider.
Our East Sussex function bands can cover every conceivable genre, from ever-popular rock, indie and pop bands playing classics from the fifties to the 2010s to exotic salsa and steel pan bands.
We can supply anything from ceilidh bands to covers bands for charity events, and we’re constantly adding new acts to our website.
Before you book more musicians for afternoon background music, check whether members of your party band can provide this – it'll save you additional costs, such as travel.
If you haven't yet set your date, consider booking a midweek or winter celebration 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.
We’ve been working with the best East Sussex wedding bands for years, and can help you hire exactly the right live band for your budget and taste.
All our acts are made up of reliable professionals who love entertaining, and will help put the finishing touches to a magical event.
We only use the very best bands for hire in Sussex, and many of them have been recommended to us personally.
Our East Sussex brides and grooms tell us why they chose their wedding band and how live music made their evening party. Read more local wedding stories on our blog.
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Function Central provide East Sussex bands, DJs and entertainers for events throughout the UK and internationally. We're the leading local wedding music booking agency, with 5 star rated customer service, unbeatable prices, secure contracts and outstanding quality.
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