Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Planning a party? Whether it’s an elaborate corporate event or an intimate wedding, we've sourced the finest West Midlands party bands for hire - from rock and pop cover songs to jazz, swing and ceilidh music!
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Inventive and unique festival style party band specialising in feel-good dance anthems, UK garage and club classics - all recreated on live instruments.
Fun, high energy party and wedding band with a frontman skilled at working a crowd and around eight hours' worth of danceable party anthems from all eras at their disposal.
Add some spice and a ray of sunshine to your event with this West Midlands-based steel pan band serving up a lively taste of the Caribbean! The band’s song list includes a colourful mix of reggae and modern styles.
Quirky vintage swing band with a fantastic female lead putting a retro take on modern songs like Get Lucky, Uptown Funk and Billie Jean.
Stylish, globe-trotting function band featuring powerhouse vocalists and gigs for KPMG, Gucci and Jaguar alongside weddings in London and Dubai.
High-energy 80s show reviving the decade’s biggest hits, thrilling crowds with nonstop music and unforgettable party vibes!
Young and animated brass band who never fail to get the party jumping with their funky take on the traditional brass format. Aside from their larger line-ups for dancing, the band also offer a 4-piece acoustic line-up, ideal for roaming at garden parties or parades.
Swinging, vintage-themed band playing a mixture of modern hits in a quirky, vintage style alongside authentic 20s-40s material.
Charismatic roaming band performing upbeat, catchy covers with a folksy, festival feel. Expect to hear artists as diverse as Avicii, Blackstreet and Lionel Richie. Also available as an evening party band.
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!
The Soul Stars bring the best of soul, Motown, and old-school R&B, with unmatched energy and huge vibes. Musicians in the band have featured on Jools Holland and on iconic stages alongside music legends.
High-energy with a truly authentic sound, Detroit City Soul play classics from the Motown era through to the latest pop floor-fillers. They can also play jazz, rock'n'roll, disco, funk and Jewish hora!
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.
Dynamic pop, soul and rock band, with international experience and featuring members who've shared stages with top artists and backed popular tribute acts.
Charismatic, 3-piece band specialising in UK garage tracks, old-school R&B and 90s and 00s classics, as well as current chart-toppers.
Authentic guitar band, whose sensational live performances at corporate parties, birthdays and weddings have attracted the attention of EMI.
High-energy corporate and wedding band, playing crowd-rousing pop, rock, dance, funk and soul music from the 1960s to the present day. Client list includes Audi and Nintendo.
An experienced, fun-loving and charismatic 4-piece band from Manchester with a limitless repertoire that covers more rock, pop, Motown and current chart hits than you can handle!
Top-flight rock and pop party band delivering exceptional value for money, female lead vocals and optional brass, rapper and string section.
A male-fronted, 4-piece band that offer the perfect mix between modern pop and indie with great variety in both their performance and set lists.
Make sure your event has the right musical entertainment. We have performers suitable for weddings, parties, functions, corporate events and even themed tribute nights. From 50s rock’n’roll and ceilidh acts to acoustic duos and party bands, let us help you to find your perfect West Midlands party band.
Our selection of west midlands wedding bands are professional,
experienced and know how to keep your guests on the dancefloor all night
long.
Most of our party bands also offer a DJ service so that the party doesn’t stop when they take a break. As well as DJing, a number of add-ons such as solo piano, acoustic sets or even background jazz can be available – browse individual band profiles to see what you could add to your day.
Our West Midlands bands play every kind of music, from spicy salsa and traditional ceilidh to upbeat rock & indie.
We have party bands 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.
Need something slightly scaled-down? Our jazz musicians in the West Midlands are
perfect for wartime-themed evenings and summer garden parties.
They are compact and easy to accommodate and play everything from your favourite standards to jazzy versions of modern pop hits.
If you’re looking for something more refined, our jazz bands in the West Midlands 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 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!
With UB40, Duran Duran, ELO, The Moody Blues and The Streets hailing from the West Midlands, music has long been at the very core of the area.
Booking one of our local bands for an event is great for keeping travel costs to a minimum. Hire a covers band to play anywhere in the West Midlands, including: Warwickshire, Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Dudley, West Bromwich, Walsall, Stourbridge, Halesowen, Willenhall, Kingswinford, Smethwick and Bloxwich.
Across venues such as New Hall Hotel, Hampton Court Castle, Warwick House, The West Mill, The Mill Barns, Pendrell Hall, The Westmead Hotel, Brinsop Court Manor House and Barn, Curradine Barns, Windmill Village Hotel and The Moat House Hotel, we have already created memorable occasions across the West Midlands and we look forward to many more!
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 is a leading West Midlands covers band agency, 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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