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The Blue Moon Band

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About The Blue Moon Band

Function Band based in Wiltshire, fronted by the fabulous Ruth McGrady, the band and equipment is fully PAT tested and PL Insured.
Function band
Trowbridge
Public liability insurance of £5 million

The Blue Moon Band is a lively five-piece function and party band bringing you classic, feel-good tunes from the 60s through to the 2000s — perfect for both listening and dancing. With a blend of soul, funk, and jazz influences, we deliver timeless hits with our own twist. Fronted by the fabulous and soulful Ruth McGrady, the band features four seasoned musicians with years of experience performing alongside some big names in the business. We might not all be pretty, but we sure sound good — tight, polished, and passionate about what we do! We typically perform up to two one-hour sets for parties, weddings, and events, and we’re always happy to discuss set lengths and budgets. Our fees start at £300, but if you’re working within a tight budget, just let us know — we’ll do our best to make it work. Got a special song in mind? We’ll gladly learn and add it to our set list with enough notice before your event. We perform across Wiltshire and into surrounding counties, using top-quality, fully maintained instruments and equipment — all PAT tested and covered by public liability insurance. The Blue Moon Band — classic tunes, soulful grooves, and guaranteed good vibes!

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The Blue Moon Band's Song list

Eye of the tiger C
Shakey ground E
Steamy Windows E
Chain of fools G
Moondance Am
Hound Dog A
High Heeled Sneakers C
Valerie Eb
Mercy F#
Unchain my heart Am
Take me to the river E
Whiter shade of pale Cm
Black Magic Woman Dm
Walking by myself E
Can’t get enough C
Gimme some lovin E
Play that funky music E
Nutbush C
Summer of 69 D
September D
Killin Floor D
Shake your hips A
Cold Sweat A
Echo Beach Am
Humans Bb
Long train running G
Wonderwall Am
Run to You E
Crazy little thing D
Mustang Sally C
That’s alright Mama C

The Blue Moon Band's Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Up to 1 hour£300
Up to 2 hours£500
Up to 3 hours£1300
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

We play an upbeat mix of covers ranging from Santana to Amy Winehouse, adding a touch of Soul, Blues and Jazz to each number, ideal for either dancing or relaxing and listening.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Mainly Clubs and Pubs in the Wiltshire area

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

We love most top artists

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Trowbridge Park Stage

Will the singer be the same as who I see in the videos?

Yes the singer will be the one in the Video

Do you have different line-up options?

Our line-up is as follows: Vocals, Guitar, Keys, Bass & Drums

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

“We always try our best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let us know.”

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

we can supply background music when we are not playing

How much time do you need to set up?

1.5 hours

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Our set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests dance and have an amazing time. However, we're definitely happy to chat through and make sure we find what works for your event.

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

Our PA and lighting system is included in your quote.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

If a song isn't included in our song list there may still be a chance we already know it. If there is a special song you'd like us to learn we are happy to do this for you. There is a fee of £10 for this service to take into account rehearsal times etc.
Musicianship
Genres:
Covers, Funk, Pop, R&B, Soul, Disco, Funk rock, Motown, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Rock, Classic rock, Pop rock, Christmas
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Event types:
Bar / Club / Venue event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Corporate event, Wedding, Charity event
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