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About The Pocket Rockers

MUSIC! MOMENTS! MEMORIES!
Cover band
Southampton
Public liability insurance of £10 million

More than music. More than a band. We are a live music experience. Looking for more than a band that simply turns up and plays? You found us. The Pocket Rockers are a high-energy four-piece live party band bringing rock and pop favourites to weddings, parties, corporate events, holiday parks, social clubs and festivals. We don't just play the songs. We create the moments around them. Expect huge singalongs, packed dancefloors, audience interaction, big musical moments, plenty of personality and a show designed to keep the energy building from the first song to the final encore. We believe the best nights aren't the ones where people simply watch the band. They're the ones where everyone becomes part of what is happening. That's why we encourage people to sing, dance, join in, laugh and get involved. Whether it's a room full of people singing together, a call-and-response moment, hands in the air or one of those spontaneous moments nobody planned, the audience becomes part of the show. Musically, we cover everything from classic rock and pop favourites to modern party anthems, with a setlist carefully built to keep the night moving. And behind the show is a professional service from first enquiry to final encore — reliable communication, professional equipment, quality sound and lighting, and a band that takes your event seriously. You don't just book The Pocket Rockers for the songs. You book us for what happens when those songs come alive in the room.

The Pocket Rockers' Reviews

From customers:

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Stewart

The Pocket Rockers don't just play music, they create an experience. Brilliant crowd interaction, fantastic song choices and a packed dancefloor from start to finish. We'd happily watch them again and again.

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Lina

Great mix of modern chart songs and timeless classics. Every generation had something to enjoy.

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The Pocket Rockers' Song list

From classic rock and pop favourites to modern party anthems, our repertoire is designed to keep people singing, dancing and involved.
99 Red Balloons Goldfinger
A Million Dreams Pink
All The Small Things Blink 182
Amazed Lonestar
Are You Gonna Be My Girl Jet
Bad Moon Rising Creedence Clearwater Revival
Blues Brothers Medley - Blues Brothers
Buck Rogers Feeder
Burning Love Elvis
Cake by The Ocean DNCE
Cant Stop The Feeling Justin Timberlake
Caroline Status Quo
Castle On The Hill Ed Sheeran
Chasing Cars Snow Patrol
Chelsea Dagger The Fratellis
Crazy Little Thing Called Love Queen
Dakota Stereophonics
Dance With Me Tonight Olly Murrs
Dancing In The Dark Bruce Springsteen
Disco 2000 Pulp
Does Your Mother Know ABBA
Ever Fallen In Love With Someone The Buzzcocks
Everybody Knows - McFly
Everybody Needs Somebody - Blues Brothers
Faith George Michael
Five Colours In Her Hair - McFly
Footloose Kenny Loggins
Forget You Cee Lo Green
Freed From Desire - Gala
Friday Im In Love The Cure
Ghostbusters Ray Parker JR
Harder to Breathe Maroon 5
Help The Beatles
Henrietta The Fratellis
Higher and Higher (your love keeps lifting) Rod Stewart
I Believe In A Thing Called Love The Darkness
I Bet you look good on the dance floor Arctic Monkeys
I Saw Her Standing There Beatles
I Think We're Alone Now Tiffany/Billy Joe Armstrong
I Want To Break Free Queen
I Want You To Want Me Cheap Trick
I Will Wait Mumford & Sons
I Wish It Could Be Christmas Wizard
I'll Be There For You The Rembrandts
Im a Believer Smash Mouth
Im Still Standing Elton John
Iris Goo Goo Dolls
Jailhouse Rock Elvis
Johnny B Goode Chuck Berry
Jump Van Halen
Karma Chameleon - Culture Club
Layla Eric Clapton
Livin La Vida Loca - Ricky Martin
Livin' On A Prayer Bon Jovi
Long Train Runnin' Doobie Brothers
Man! I Feel Like A Woman Shania Twain
Marry You Bruno Mars
Merry Christmas Everyone Shakin Stevens
Merry Xmas Everybody Slade
Moves Like Jagger Maroon 5
Mr Blue Sky ELO
Mr Brightside The KIllers
Never Can Tell Chuck Berry
Never Forget Take That
No Diggity Oli Brown
Oh Boy Buddy Holly
Old Rock n Roll Medley - Nathan Carter
Paradise George Ezra
Parklife Blur
Perfect Ed Sheeran
Poison Alice Cooper
Power of love Huey Lewis & The News
Proud Mary James Bay
Reet Petite Jackie Wilson
Rock n Roll Star Oasis
Run Run Rudolph Kelly Clarkson
Satch Boogie Joe Satriani
Schools Out Alice Cooper
Sex On Fire Kings of Leon
Shake It Off Taylor Swift
Shut Up And Dance With Me Walk The Moon
Smooth Carlos Santana & Rob Thomas
Stacys Mom - Fountains of Wayne
Step Out Oasis
Stuck In The Middle Jeff Healy
Summer of 69 Bryan Adams
Sweet Caroline Neil Diamond
Take Me Out Franz Ferdinand
Teenage Dirtbag Wheatus
Teenage Kicks The Undertones
That'll Be The Day Buddy Holly
The Boys Are Back In Town Thin Lizzy
The Greatest Show The Greatest Showman
The One Kodaline
Uptown Funk Bruno Mars/ Mark Ronson
Valerie Amy Whinehouse
Walk This Way Run DMC & Aerosmith
Walking on Sunshine Katrina & The Waves
We Built This City Starship
When You Were Young The Killers
Wonderful Tonight Eric Clapton
You Belong To Me Bryan Adams
You Make My Dreams Come True Hall & Oates
You Really Got Me Van Halen

The Pocket Rockers' 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£1075
Up to 2 hours£1250
Up to 3 hours£2000
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

We think it's the way we bring everyone into the show. It's not just about watching a band — it's about being part of the experience. Our clients love the energy, the audience interaction, the big singalongs and the moments that get everyone laughing, dancing and joining in. Ultimately, it's about creating a night that people will remember.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

We have had the pleasure of performing in some fantastic venues, such as The Ageas Bowl, St Marys Stadium, Explosion Museum and recently made the trip to Oxford to perform at the Museum of Natural History. These are some of the most memorable venues, but we have performed everywhere from your local pub to the poshest hotels.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Oh there are so many, to many to mention. Come talk to us on the night, and we will bore you with this information.

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

We’ve performed at some fantastic venues and high-profile events, including St Marys Stadium. But for us, the size or profile of the event doesn't change the show we deliver. From major corporate events and prestigious venues to weddings and private parties, we bring the same energy, professionalism and commitment to every performance.

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

Yes. Gary is the frontman you see in our videos and he will always be present at your event. While other members of the band may vary depending on availability, Gary will always be there to deliver the Pocket Rockers experience you’ve seen online.

Do you have different line-up options?

We can perform both as a 4 piece or a 3 piece band. We tend to only offer a 3 piece line up if one of the members isn't available.

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

We know that sometimes things don't go exactly to plan, and that's absolutely fine. If your timings change, just let us know as soon as you can. We're here to help, and we'll always do our best to work with you to find a solution that works for everyone and keeps your special night running smoothly.

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

Absolutely. Our DJ-style playlist is included as standard, providing music before, between and after our live sets. And if your venue has Wi-Fi that we can use, we're happy to take requests too, so you can help keep the music going with songs you and your guests want to hear.

How much time do you need to set up?

We normally ask for 75 mins to set up and compelte a full line and audio check.

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

We’re happy to hear your preferences, but we encourage you to trust us to curate the perfect setlist for your event. Our performances are carefully structured so the music flows naturally and the energy builds throughout the night. Think of it more like a theatre show than a jukebox — every song has its place.

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

Yes. Our quotes include everything we need to provide the full Pocket Rockers experience, including our professional PA system, sound engineering and stage/dancefloor lighting. There are no hidden equipment hire costs to worry about.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

We’re always happy to hear your requests. If there’s a particular song you’d love us to play, let us know and, if timing allows, we’ll always consider learning it for your event. This may include an extra cost. See pricing for more info.
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Genres:
Covers, Pop, Acoustic, Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Pop rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Punk rock
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Event types:
Corporate event, Wedding, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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