Wedding planning
Give your guests the reception finale of the century with an amazing live band. The best bands book up early, so here's our round-up of the very best UK wedding bands for 2024, handpicked by our team.
Based in: Brighton
Genres: Swing, jive, rock 'n' roll, 80s, 90s, R&B, chart
Appeal: Fun; quirky; versatile
Price: from £1230
The band were an absolute pleasure to deal with and the dancefloor was full for every minute of every set! Richard, Wedding at The Bell in Ticehurst
Based in: Kent
Genres: Soul, funk, pop, UK garage
Appeal: High calibre musicianship; groove-heavy sets
Price: from £2050
Party Up are the best live band I've ever danced all night to... I'll never book anyone else! Emma Thompson, Actress
Based in: Manchester
Genres: 1950s rock’n’roll to chart, soul, indie and R&B
Appeal: Energy; crowd interaction; charisma
Price: from £995
Animated, charming, energetic, fun, lively, witty, hilarious, magnetic! Agent Smith were beyond phenomenal! Tamlyn, Wedding at The Merewood Country House in Windermere
Based in: London
Genres: Rock, pop, indie, Britpop
Appeal: Over 600 functions performed; anthemic sing-a-long sets
Price: from £875
Rockit were absolutely amazing - they had all our friends and family dancing till the early hours, catering for all tastes! Kevin, Wedding at The Harte & Garter in Windsor
Based in: Manchester
Genres: Soul, pop, R&B
Appeal: Fronted by an American soul star; floor-filling; optional brass section
Price: from £1685
The band's performance was absolutely brilliant, everyone was up dancing and the music selection was perfect. We are still buzzing! Jen & Neil, Wedding at Mottram Hall in Cheshire
Based in: London
Genres: Pop, hip-hop, soul, funk
Appeal: Fresh alternative to a function band; ideal for outdoor roaming events & processions
Price: from £1375
They mingled with our guests and made the street party atmosphere that we wanted, it was wonderful! Olivia, Wedding, London
Based in: London
Genres: Rock, pop, dance, soul, Motown, indie
Appeal: Stylish; pop credentials; wow factor
Price: from £2240
The band were phenomenal. We can't imagine hiring any other band in the future! Rebecca, Wedding at The Great Tythe Barn in Gloucestershire
Based in: London
Genres: Pop, R&B, soul, funk, dance
Appeal: On-trend; soulful; danceable
Price: from £995
We were so delighted with Superstrut! They put on a great show and the whole night was so energetic and funky! Great music! Jack & Harriet, Wedding in London
Based in: London
Genres: Chart, indie, Britpop
Appeal: Great value; sing-a-long/dance-a-long; ideal for small spaces
Price: from £875
The band were awesome, they were so professional and supportive before and through out whole event. They absolutely made the wedding. Jenny, Wedding at Richmond Hill Hotel in Surrey
Based in: Liverpool
Genres: Rock, pop, chart, Britpop
Appeal: Great value; fun; danceable
Price: from £895
An amazing live band! They played a great variety of songs, and the dancefloor was always full. Everyone commented how brilliant they were. Money well spent! John, Wedding at Iscoyd Park in Wrexham
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