Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Hire one of our South West wedding bands and dance the night away to rock, pop, indie, soul and Motown music.
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With no less than three vocalists in the band, The Crossfades serve up the best vintage and modern rock, pop and indie covers with a side of crowd-pleasing charm.
A sassy, classy, badass party band with 10 years experience playing the live music scene in the South West. The band features both male and female lead vocals, with DJ services and acoustic sets also available.
Energetic new 3-piece party band playing old school hits and modern pop covers from Stevie Wonder and Tina Turner to Abba and the Backstreet Boys – guaranteed to keep guests on the dance floor all night long.
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.
Authentic and high-energy indie rock 3-piece, playing a selection of the coolest tunes from the last few decades, from classic rock to Britpop bangers and the latest indie pop.
Performing all your favourite hits in their unique party, festival style, The Bright Lights provide an energetic and eclectic mix of good fun party songs with a upbeat acoustic folk/country influenced sound.
Top-flight wedding band performing vintage rock by The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and Van Morrison as well as the odd modern indie anthem! Acoustic duo and DJ option available.
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.
Get ready for an electrifying night with the UK’s premier 3-piece pop and rock band, delivering unforgettable live shows with cutting-edge technology and bespoke setlists.
Dynamic pop-punk and indie-rock three-piece, rocking out tunes from Fleetwood Mac to Queen and Coldplay, while amping up the festival vibe with an added acoustic guitar.
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.
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.
Vibrant 5-piece rock and pop band covering hits from the 1960s to today, delivering diverse performances across rock, pop, disco, country, and blues genres.
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.
Playing authentic NOLA Mardi Gras tunes as well their own brassy takes on your favourite songs from funk and jazz to pop and R&B, Hot Riffs Brass Band bring an infectious energy and New Orleans spirit to your event.
Funk & soul party band in the South West featuring male lead vocals and a fantastic rhythm section and horns. Grand Central play uptempo, soulful tunes, from James Brown to David Bowie. Available with a two-piece horn section.
Serving up classic funk and soul by Earth Wind & Fire and Aretha Franklin alongside more recent floor-fillers by Lizzo, Bruno Mars and Jamiroquai, this 10-piece funk orchestra are all about positive energy and having a good time!
Upbeat and rousing new folk-infused acoustic pop band with joint male and female vocals – ideal for vintage and festival fans alike! The band have won plaudits from modern folk hero Seth Lakeman, as well as featured on the BBC.
Vintage rock’n’roll and rhythm & blues band featuring male vocals, double bass, drums and harmonica. A refreshing alternative to your standard pop covers band.
A young, energetic and professional party band bringing their well-loved, diverse repertoire to get your guests moving to tunes from Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind and Fire to Beyoncé and The Weeknd.
Our South West wedding bands provide live music for
after-dinner dancing at your reception.
They generally play pop, rock
and soul classics from throughout the decades to get your guests out of
their seats and dancing to their favourite hits.
We only select
professional and reliable musicians of the highest quality to ensure
that your Function Central band leaves you with a night to
remember!
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.
This section helps you find an ideal band for your reception, but we
also have a variety of weird and wonderful South West wedding musicians
to perform throughout your day.
Consider booking a soprano for your ceremony bridal entrance, a string quartet to keep guests entertained whilst you sign the register, a cocktail pianist for your drinks reception or even an acoustic band for your banquet.
The South West is full of breathtaking locations for a wedding, but we understand that some of these areas can be difficult to reach from the rest of the country.
Booking a local band enables you to save budget on travel costs and also reduces
complications on the day for both you and your band.
If you’re looking for something with a touch of sophistication, we also have the very best jazz bands in the South West.
Hiring a jazz band is perfect for an outdoor reception in the summer – they are generally more compact than a party band making them quicker and easier to set-up, as well as having more control over noise levels.
They can also be adaptable for performing throughout the
entire day, why not have them play smooth background jazz at your drinks
reception and then turn up the volume for an all-out swinging party in
the evening.
We also have a fine range of South West function bands including ceilidh bands if you’re looking for something fun for all the family.
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 occasion 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 acts based in most major towns and cities across the UK.
Function Central are a leading South West wedding music booking agency, with outstanding acts, unbeatable prices, secure contracts and 5 star rated customer service. Our South West bands, DJs and entertainers are available for events throughout the UK and internationally.
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