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About Bad Pandas

Kent's ultimate party band

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Party band

Maidstone

Public liability insurance of £10 million

Based in Maidstone in Kent, Bad Pandas are a high-energy 5-piece playing uplifting pop-rock covers. Originally formed in 2013, the band honed their craft packing out pubs and festivals across Kent and the southeast, quickly garnering a reputation for their jubilant party atmosphere and professional attitude that they bring to every event. The line-up features lead singer Carly who along with powerhouse vocals, provides a charismatic and warm rapport that makes audiences feel included and involved from the outset of every gig. Guitarist Josh is the shredding king, shifting seamlessly from melodic pop riffs to face-melting guitar solos while Matt's mastery on the keys allows the band to switch from synth-pop singalongs to piano rock ballads. In the rhythm section, founding members Chris and Jon are the heartbeat of the Bad Pandas, with bassist Jon giving the band its groove and drummer Chris keeping everyone in check and energy levels at a high. Together these highly proficient musicians offer a dynamic presence and brilliantly tight sound that delivers a lively celebratory atmosphere. From electrifying renditions of '80s rock anthems to contemporary pop hits, the band's strength is in its ability to effortlessly transition between eras and styles in a way that keeps everyone dancing the whole night long. Praised by Kent Live for their 'high-octane energy' and for creating a 'warm, friendly atmosphere' at their gigs, expect nothing but the biggest crowd-pleasers, as they play a mixture of pop sing-alongs from ABBA and Whitney Houston, air-punching rock anthems from Bon Jovi and Guns ‘n’ Roses, to infectious modern classics from The Weeknd and Bruno Mars. Why Book the Bad Pandas? Choosing the Bad Pandas isn't just about hiring a cover band; it's about curating an unforgettable experience. Whether it's your dream wedding, a corporate event, or a lively festival, our mission is to make your special day extraordinary. We bring the perfect blend of professionalism and pure, unbridled fun to every performance. So, let's make your event the talk of the town – book the Bad Pandas and get ready to dance, sing, and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Bad Pandas

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5 out of 5

Hired Bad Pandas for our works Christmas Party. Excellent band, and really made party one to remember. Thank you. would highly recommend.

"We love having The Bad Pandas at the Market House... The ultimate party band!! Awesome set list, great vibes, all of the fun!"

Get into the party mood with an uplifting set from Bad Pandas. The Kent-based covers band make sure there is always something for everyone, from classic rock anthems to toe-tapping pop. Fans can expect to hear the greatest hits from artists such as Bon Jovi, The Kinks, ABBA and The Weeknd, all delivered with the high-octane energy and a warm, friendly atmosphere that this group have become known for.

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Bad Pandas' Song list

Current hits and 10's:

Don't Start Now - Dua Lipa

Blinding Lights - The Weeknd

Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars

Locked Out Of Heaven - Bruno Mars

Forget You - CeeLo Green

Shake It Off - Taylor Swift

Shut Up & Dance - Walk The Moon

Feel It Still - Portugal The Man

Titanium - David Guetta

Juice - Lizzo

00's:

Valerie - Amy Winehouse

Sk8er Boi - Avil Lavigne

Gay Bar - Electric Six

Buck Rogers - Feeder

You've Got The Love - Florence & Machine

Be My Girl - Jet

Tribute - Tenacious D

I Predict A Riot - Kaiser Chiefs

Since You've Been Gone - Kelly Clarkson

Sex On Fire - Kings Of Leon

This Love - Maroon 5

Take Your Mama - Scissor Sisters

Thing Called Love - The Darkness

Chelsea Dagger - The Fratellis

Mr Brightside - The Killers

Dakota - The Sterophonics

7 Nation Army - White Stripes

Lady Marmalade - Moulin Rouge

Can't Stop - Red Hot Chilli Peppers

90's:

You Outta Know - Alanis Morissette

All The Small Things - Blink 182

Song 2 - Blur

Park Life - Blur

Zombie - Cranberries

Hush - Kula Shaker

Wonderwall - Oasis

Disco 2000 - Pulp

Creep - Radiohead

Place Your Hands - Reef

Tribute - Tenacious D

Teenage Dirtbag - Wheetus

Two Princes - Spin Doctors

Torn - Natalie Imbruglia

Don't Look Back in Anger - Oasis

80's:

Take On Me - A-Ha

Call Me - Blondie

Living On A Prayer - Bon Jovi

Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams

Girls Just Want To Have Fun - Cyndi Lauper

A Little Respect - Erasure

Sweet Child Of Mine - Guns & Roses

Alone - Heart

Don't Stop Believing - Journey

Beat It - Michael Jackson

Purple Rain - Prince

Tainted Love - Soft Cell

Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston

Love Shack - B52's

Lady Marmalade - La Belle

Dancing On The Ceiling - Lionel Ritchie

Boys Of Summer - Don Henley

Everybody Wants to Rule the World - Tears for Fears

Maneater - Daryl Hall and John Oates

Town Called Malice - The Jam

Africa - Toto

60's & 70's:

You Really Got Me - The Kinks

Mamma Mia - Abba

Saturday Nights Alright - Elton John

Don't Stop - Fleetwood Mac

Don’t Stop Me Now - Queen

Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry

Proud Mary - Tina Turner

I Think We're Alone Now - Tiffany

Go Your Own Way - Fleetwood Mac

Time warp - Rocky Horror Show

Seasonal/Traditional:

All I Want For Christmas - Mariah Carey

Fairy-tale Of New York - The Pogues

Underneath The Christmas Tree - Kelly Clarkson

Last Christmas - Wham

Auld Lang Sein - Auld Lang Sein

Happy Birthday

Ghostbusters - Ray Parker Jr

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Bad Pandas' Prices

Last updated: 2024

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

Performance duration	Price
Up to 1 hour	£1000
Up to 2 hours	£1750
Up to 3 hours	£2500

All prices include:• 6pm or later arrival and up to midnight finish – Approx 90 minutes are required for set up and sound check (depending on access to the performance area) • Background music during setup, interval, and pack down from unattended playback device – provided by band or client. • Full PA for circa 200 people (dependent on room/location size) • Fully controlled lighting to illuminate band. • Public liability insurance. • Wireless microphone for speeches/announcements for guests - pre/post live performance or during interval. • Band to deal with any compere/announcements required.

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

We've been praised for our energetic, professional, and approachable demeanour, paired with exceptional musicianship and powerful, versatile vocals. This makes us a truly unique band, offering an incredible value with an unforgettable experience for any occasion.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

From lively pubs to sprawling festivals, intimate birthday parties to grand weddings, corporate functions, we’ve played it all—indoors, outdoors, and everywhere in between. If there’s a way to make it work, we’ll make it happen! No matter the setting, we bring the energy, passion, and music to make your event unforgettable

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

There are five of us in the band so our influences stretch widely. This is what makes us so versatile and unique. No style is off limits.

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

We headline the wonderful "B on the Farm Festival" biannually which draws amazing crowds and raises money for amazing causes, we

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

Our line up is very consistent. We are all professional musicians who's main going concern is this band. We do very occasionally have to call on trusted 'deps' should a band member fall ill or unavailable.

Do you have different line-up options?

We always travel as a 5 piece consisting of vocals, drums, bass, guitar and keyboards. If we are offering an additional acoustic set then this will be either a duo or trio. This is only offered as an additional service to the full band, not as an alternative.

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

We aim to accommodate any changes or modifications in timings and running order. We appreciate that at the time of booking your entertainment, the precise details of your event and requirements the venue may have are subject to change. If things need to be altered just let us know and we will do whatever we can to facilitate them.

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

The simple answer to this is yes. We have listed a fully manned DJ service as one of the additional services we offer, but within our standard fee we also offer music from an unattended playback device provided by the band or client during setup, interval and pack down.

How much time do you need to set up?

Setup takes around 1.5 hours, but we also need to allow for time to gain access to the venue and unload equipment. With that in mind our standard package covers arriving 2 hours before the requested show time. The PA is the 1st thing to be setup so we can provide our free playlist service circa 30mins from getting all equipment into the venue.

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

We are happy to play any of the songs on our set list and more than happy to work with you to curate a set list that will ensure you and the people at your event have a fantastic time.

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

A PA and lighting is included in the quote. However as part of our extras package we do offer a LED pixel wall, further disco and party lighting and larger PA systems that can cover larger events up to circa 1500 people.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Just because a song is not in our set list does not mean we can't or don't play it. The set list is constantly evolving, often faster than we can update it online. If wee don't know a song we are however more than happy to learn it, as long as it is technically and musically possible, so please just ask.

Musicianship

Genres:

Pop, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Funk, Disco, Rock, Britpop, Pop rock, Covers, Indie

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Types:

Party band, Cover band, Festival band, Wedding band, Rock band, Pop band, Function band, Disco & Funk band

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Event types:

Private event, Wedding, Bar / Club / Venue event, Corporate event, Charity event, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Hotel / Restaurant event

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