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About The Big Cheese

East Anglia's No.1 Brie-Mium Party Band. Packed Dance Floors, Massive Singalongs and Unforgettable Party Energy
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Norwich
Public liability insurance of £5 million

🧀 Welcome to The Big Cheese – East Anglia's No.1 Brie-mium Party Band! 🧀 If you're looking for a band that takes itself incredibly seriously, spends the whole night staring at its pedalboards and never cracks a smile... we're probably not the band for you. But if you're after packed dance floors, massive singalongs, unforgettable moments and a healthy helping of cheese, then you've come to the right place. The Big Cheese are a high-energy 3-piece live band bringing weddings, parties, festivals and corporate events to life across Norfolk, Suffolk and beyond. Our mission is simple: get people involved, get them singing, get them dancing and make sure they leave with sore feet and no voice. We've spent years refining a setlist packed with crowd-pleasing anthems, guilty pleasures and dancefloor fillers from across the decades. From Queen to The Killers, ABBA to Blink-182, Bryan Adams to Taylor Swift, we specialise in the songs that everyone knows, everyone sings and nobody can resist dancing to. What really sets us apart is the atmosphere we create. We're not interested in being background music. We want your guests on the dance floor, arms around each other, singing at the top of their lungs and having the sort of night they'll still be talking about next week. Whether we're performing for 50 people at a wedding reception or hundreds at a festival or corporate event, we bring the same energy, enthusiasm and slightly questionable sense of humour every time. Behind the cheese-themed branding is a group of experienced musicians who genuinely care about making your event a success. We pride ourselves on being friendly, professional and easy to work with from first enquiry to final encore. So if you're looking for a live band that combines great music, audience interaction and a truly memorable party atmosphere, we'd love to hear from you. After all, life's too short for boring entertainment. 🧀 The Big Cheese – Turning Ordinary Events Into Extra Mature Experiences.

The Big Cheese's Song list

Summer of 69
American idiot
Don't You Want me
Take Your Mama
Johnny B Goode
Don't Stop Me Now
Karma Chameleon
Stacy's Mom
Man, I Feel Like a Woman
I Wanna Be Like You
Dakota
Time of My Life
I Wanna Dance With Somebody
I Want It That Way
I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor
I Believe In A Thing Called Love
It's Raining Men
Livin' On A Prayer
What's My Age Again
Shake It Off
Lose Yourself Mama Mia
Take on Me
Time Warp
Footloose
The Grease Megamix
Shut Up and Dance
Parklife
YMCA
I Predict A Riot
Teenage Dirtbag
Chelsea Dagger
Hey Baby
Mr Brightside
Proud Mary

The Big Cheese's Prices

Last updated: 2026

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

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Up to 1 hour£625
Up to 2 hours£812.50
Up to 3 hours£998.75
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Our clients love the ENERGY, audience interaction and packed dance floors we create. We don't just play songs – we get people involved, turning weddings, parties and events into unforgettable singalong experiences that guests talk about long after the event has finished.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

We've performed at hundreds of venues across Norfolk and Suffolk, including pubs, festivals, holiday parks, wedding venues, corporate events, charity fundraisers and private celebrations. Our experience ranges from intimate gatherings to large-scale public events.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Our setlist is inspired by artists who know how to put on a great live show, including Queen, Oasis, Blink-182, The Killers, ABBA, Bryan Adams and The Darkness. We love songs that get audiences singing, dancing and fully involved in the performance.

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

We've performed at large public events, festivals and charity fundraisers across East Anglia, entertaining crowds of all sizes. However, some of our most memorable performances have been weddings and private events where we've helped create truly unforgettable nights for our clients and their guests. Kings Lynn Glitter Ball Hunters Hall Brickmakers Felfest

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

Yes, there is only one Monterey Jack, and he has yet to cancel a show through sickness!

Do you have different line-up options?

No. Our line-up consists of Vocals&Guitar, 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 and we will do our best to accommodate you.

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

Absolutely. This is a really popular request and we actually offer this service for free. If you'd like a DJ service via our PA after the final set until the venue closes, we can do this at an extra cost agreed before the event.

How much time do you need to set up?

We usually arrive to set up about 1 hour before the performance time. As soon as our PA is set up we can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for our live performance!”

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 so feel free to ask us when enquiring
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Top 40, Covers, Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Power rock, Pop rock, Indie, Punk rock
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Event types:
Private event, Wedding, Corporate event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Concert, Birthday party, New Year's Eve
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