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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Stunning Abba tribute band with dazzling costume changes and every Abba hit you can think of, all packed into the high energy show! Duo, Five and six piece options also available, plus optional 80s set!
Exhilarating 6-14 piece party band featuring stunning male and female vocals and offering optional horns, playing accurate renditions of modern and classic hits.
With a broad repertoire spanning brass classics and covers of contemporary pop hits, expect the likes of Robbie Williams, Lady Gaga, Ed Sheeran and The Jackson 5 all recreated in a bold brass sound!
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.
Performing pop, rock and indie classics spanning from the 70s through to the present day, The Gladrags guarantee you'll never leave the dancefloor - right from the first chord!
Perform a varied mix of timeless and current classics guaranteed to get you and your guests celebrating all throughout the festivities!
Electrifying act fusing dazzling light shows with live percussion to bring non-stop energy to any event, from house to funk, soul, disco, and beyond!
England’s finest Beatles tribute band, featuring original costumes, perfect harmonies and replica instruments. You’re guaranteed a world class act, and the most authentic sound and look since the 60s!
Energetic and experienced, this bluesy duo has been wowing audiences with their Blues Brothers Tribute Show for 15+ years, featuring classic moves, innovative twists, and earning rave reviews in The Stage newspaper.
Popular, energetic 5 or 6-piece wedding band featuring male vocals and first rate musicians. Afternoon acoustic jazz & swing sets and DJ service available.
Barnstorming folk-pop band, ideal for a festival-themed wedding or party! Party the night away to catchy rock and pop songs performed in the ever-popular Mumford & Sons style.
Offering the most authentic - and raucous - Oompah experience around! Whether its Oktoberfest, beer exhibitions or recreating the energy of apres ski, this is Lederhosen-fuelled fun and games at its finest! Available acoustic, roaming or with PA system.
Seasoned musicians hailing from Cuba and Venezuela playing traditional Cuban melodies in Spanish, alongside Latin reinterpretations of UK and US chart-topping hits.
Bristol's standout rock and pop covers band, performing a killer repertoire of classics by the The Stones and The Kinks through to modern floorfillers by Daft Punk, The Arctic Monkeys and Bruno Mars. Laptop DJ service and photobooth available for hire!
Ska City is a vibrant 8–piece ska band that bring the irrepressible sounds of trojan ska and 2 tone to your event. Expect to hear classics from Toots & the Maytals and Desmond Dekker all the way through to more contemporary favourites from The Specials, Madness and The Selecter!
Jitterbug Jazz are a young, talented all-male piano trio dedicated to providing sophisticated musical entertainment for weddings, parties, corporate functions and any other special occasions.
Experienced male-fronted party and wedding band with a fantastic live show and a song list covering rock and pop music from The Beatles and Elvis to Ed Sheeran and Adele.
Brilliantly soulful guitar player and vocalist with a vast and varied collection of songs at his disposal, from Bastille to Bob Marley. Richard is skilled at creating the right mood for any occasion.
A vibrant quartet inspired by the legendary swing bands of the 1930s, ’40s, and ’50s with over 15 years of performances at major jazz festivals.
The Rockin’ Robins are an authentic, 4-piece rock'n'roll covers band based in the West Midlands covering all the classics from the 50s and 60s whilst giving a fresh energy to a range of songs all the way up to the present day!
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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