Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
The very best rock, pop and soul wedding bands in Surrey, drawn from the ranks of local contemporary music schools such as ACM in Guildford.
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Youthful, charismatic new 4-piece, channelling rock, dance, hip-hop and soul influences. The band have caught the attention of a major label – catch them now while rates are low!
Amp up your party with Rockit: a sensational party band with a huge catalogue of rock, indie and pop floor-fillers from Chuck Berry and The Beatles to Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran.
Fun and totally unique wedding and party band with male and female vocals, playing retro swing, vintage jive and rock'n'roll through to 80s funk, 90s R&B and quirky takes on modern chart.
Party down with Party Up, the slickest soul, funk and R&B band in the South East! Featuring sax and up to three stunning vocalists, the band count Sky, Cadburys and Emma Thompson among their regular clients. Discounted rates available on remaining 2024 dates.
Max out on soul and sophistication with Soul Club, a high energy show band comprising musicians who have toured with Stormzy and Dua Lipa. Expect stunning vocals and unparalleled musicianship.
A turbo-charged versatile 3 piece wedding and party band with great energy and sound, covering a wide range of genres (50s- present day), expertly reading their audiences. Optional "heavy set" also available for die-hard rock fans!
Knock-out party band featuring members who have recorded and performed at Abbey Road and Glastonbury and playing some of the biggest soul and pop floor-fillers of all time.
Mojo Brass are a funky, punchy brass powerhouse made up of the UK's best up-and-coming sax players, trumpeters and drummer. Their track list blends rarer grooves with mainstream crowd-pleasers.
Think style, glitz and confidence - and every special request met - Seren have the thing that makes dance floors jump and feet frantically tap (even the feet of the tough-to-impress guests)
Sensational all-male rock and pop trio who never fail to get their audiences jumping and singing along to the biggest tunes of the last 60 years. Elvis, The Stones, Bowie, Oasis: they’re all there!
Dressed to the nines and touting a crowd-pleasing, quick-fire set of R&B, garage, pop, hip hop, classic soul and funk, Superstrut will have your guests moving and hollering from the first note. Also available with female vocalists and horns.
Danceable, piano-led pop and soul band from the West Midlands, with both female and male lead vocals and a song list of danceable rock, soul and pop anthems from Chuck Berry to Adele.
Infectiously energetic and spirited pop, soul and Motown band featuring sax and two extraordinary vocal talents – guaranteed to get your guests dancing. Chose between male or female vocals or both.
Expect outstanding musicianship from players at the very top of their game, performing the best of old skool and newest anthems from R&B, club classics, garage, pop, soul and motown. Highly recommended for all types of event!
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.
Supereight combine outrageously talented vocalists, session-standard instrumentalists, a punchy brass section, and a dancefloor-friendly song list of soul, garage, funk and hip-hop.
Believe everything you hear about these guys! The Rumours are a vibrant 4-piece band that come with boundless energy and an infectious love for mixing the latest hits from Bruno Mars and George Ezra with timeless classics from Chic, Earth Wind & Fire and The Beatles.
Stylish, globe-trotting function band featuring powerhouse vocalists and gigs for KPMG, Gucci and Jaguar alongside weddings in London and Dubai.
From a dynamic 5-piece to an explosive 10-piece, this versatile band covers a real mix of genres—from rock and indie classics to reggae and modern hits—delivering electrifying performances that transform any event.
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.
Since 2008 we've provided bands and musicians for thousands of wedding receptions throughout Surrey, from Weybridge to Woking.
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Our Surrey wedding bands typically play a broad range of rock, pop, soul, Motown and chart music, designed to appeal to all ages and musical preferences.
They range in size from 3-piece guitar-based line-ups through to 10-piece show-bands with backing vocals, brass and percussion.
If you'd prefer an act dedicated to one genre or theme, we don't want to take that away from you – browse the menus at the top of this page.
In most cases and with adequate notice, yes. Let us know your request and the band will see what they can do.
Depending on the complexity of the track, they may need to schedule additional rehearsal time and make a small charge to cover this. Alternatively they’d be more than happy to play the first dance from an mp3 or Spotify through their own PA system.
No! We have function bands in Surrey dedicated to almost every other genre, such as swing bands or barn dance bands, which are popular with all age groups. We also have festival style bands and bands in the style of Postmodern Jukebox.
Or hire a raucous brass and drums bands as a refreshing alternative to the classic guitar-based function band. They turn out big brassy versions of well-known classics.
All our Surrey wedding bands come fully equipped for your event, though it’s worth getting in touch if you are expecting more than 200 guests, as extra equipment could be necessary.
For the performance itself you will need to provide the band with a flat and sheltered stage area measuring at least 3x3 meters for a 3-piece band – add an extra meter per band member as applicable.
The band will also require a power source for their equipment and a raised stage is preferable.
Travelling, setting up and performing constitutes a long working day, so our bands ask for food and drink to be provided at the event. This could be served after they've set up and before the start of the performance.
Other than that, they'll just need a flat, safe performance area with access to standard domestic power sockets.
During the break, all of our Surrey bands can supply music through their PA system to keep the party going.
Some bands can also provide proper DJ sets before or after their performance – check their profile for more details.
All bands will require a soundcheck and a 5pm-6pm arrival time and a 60 to 90-minute soundcheck is typically workable.
It's generally best if the performance space is free of guests at this point, but if this isn’t possible, most bands can arrange a ‘noiseless’ line-check to keep the volume down.
Most of our bands perform two 60-minute sets with a 30 minute interval in between.
So, assuming a venue closing time of between 11pm and midnight, we'd recommend a start time between 8.30 - 9.30pm.
Please note that if the band or their DJ services are required after midnight, late fees can apply.
The beautiful, suburban towns and countryside villages of Surrey offer perfectly picturesque settings for any wedding reception.
Some of our bands' favourite venues for a reception party are: Froyle Park, Glenmore House, Gildings Barns, Botleys Mansion, Nutfield Priory Hotel, Pembroke Lodge, Northbrook Park, Cain Manor, Nonsuch Mansion and Great Fosters.
Our acts have performed in all major centres throughout the county, including: Woking, Guildford, Walton-on-Thames, Ewell, Esher, Camberley, Redhill, Leatherhead, Epsom, Weybridge, Ashford, Egham, Staines, Farnham, Horley, Godalming, Reigate, Caterham, Frimley, Cobham and Dorking.
Hire a wedding band based in Surrey to save on travel and accommodation costs. The location of each band is detailed on their profile.
Before you book more musicians for afternoon background music, check whether members of your evening act can provide this – it'll save you additional costs, such as travel.
Consider a midweek or winter celebration – prices are usually more competitive!
Function Central is a leading wedding music booking agency in Surrey and throughout the UK, with over 1500 wedding bookings a year. We also provide acts for international events. Our outstanding roster of vetted and road-tested bands is coupled with 5 star rated customer service and 24/7 booking support.
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