Cover Bands for hire in Cambridge

Book a cover band in Cambridge for your wedding, party or event. If you are looking to book a live band that will keep your guests on their feet all night, look no further. Whether you like pop, rock or Motown our musicians are incredibly experienced at reading the room and delivering hit after hit for your guests! Choose from 360 of the best local cover bands right here.

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Hire The Jjarrs Cover band with Encore
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£1250 - £1875
Cover bandBishop's Stortford

One of the UK's premier covers bands with an awesome reputation for providing the very best live music for functions and events.

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Hire Playback 2 Cover band with Encore
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From£960
Cover bandEly

You want your guests to have a fantastic time - hire Playback 2 - the essential duo band!

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Hire The Numbers Cover band with Encore
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£800 - £2400
Cover bandEly

The Numbers are a lively five piece UK band playing a variety of Mod, Brit Pop and Indie covers. Great entertainment for parties.

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Hire Five Rose Cover band with Encore
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£750 - £1000
Cover bandHertford

We are a band that doesn't just deliver music but a whole night of entertainment and will keep the party going all night.

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Hire Bethany Jane & Bro Cover band with Encore
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£750 - £1250
Cover bandHuntingdon

An upbeat, lively, brother-sister duo. Small footprint BIG sound! Both 'electric' and 'acoustic' set-ups. Pop & rock music from 60s-present

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Hire Under The Covers  Cover band with Encore
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£687.50 - £1500
Cover bandCambridge

The #1 Party band in Cambridge! We're a high energy, 3-Piece playing hits from the 1950's up to today. Check out our duo option too!

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Hire Stixx Cover band with Encore
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£2100 - £2600
Cover bandCambridge

Looking to create an event you’ll never forget? Want to party the night away in an incredible atmosphere? Yes?! Stixx are the band for you!

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Hire Cupids Wish Cover band with Encore
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£940 - £1050
Cover bandBury Saint Edmunds

Cupids Wish help make the magic happen!

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Hire Charlie and Rehanna Cover band with Encore
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£375 - £725
Cover bandCambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire-based Live Music Duo/Party band! Pop/Rock/Soul/Motown vibes! Favourite gig: NYE on the Isle of Skye!

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Hire The Sam Lewis Wedding & Party Band Cover band with Encore
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£2743.75 - £3118.75
Cover bandHitchin

5* Wedding & Party Band from Hertfordshire. Complimentary professional DJ with every booking. We Bring Our Party To Yours!

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Hire Joyrider Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £2812.50
Cover bandLetchworth Garden City

“Five stars is not enough for this band. If you are looking for a band for any occasion then look no further than Joyrider.” - James, Groom

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Hire Sink The Beat Cover band with Encore
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£350 - £2800
Cover bandRoyston

Performing everything from the late 60s through to modern day classics! Sink The Beat are the band that can do it all!

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Hire The Boatmen Cover band with Encore
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£150 - £600
Cover bandPeterborough

We've performed to a private party for 6 up to massive festivals for thousands. You and your guests are sure of a great time if you book us!

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Hire Colonel Spanky's Love Ensemble Cover band with Encore
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£1600 - £3000
Cover bandCambridge

Expect something brand spanking new: knees-up dancing, raucous rapping, sexy saxophoning, rock-star guitar solos... a right old shindig.

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Hire Let’s Get it On - Motown Experience and Party Band  Cover band with Encore
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£1550 - £2000
Cover bandStevenage

‘Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience’ are a professional party band specialising in Motown, Soul, Funk and classic party hits.

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Hire Moves Til Midnight Cover band with Encore
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£900 - £2000
Cover bandCambridge

A talented five-piece offering party bangers and indie anthems with style and passion. Based in Cambridge.

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Hire Smoking Goats Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £1000
Cover bandBuntingford

Hertfordshire's #1 quirky rock/pop/indie cover band! We play a mix of popular classics and curios. Perfect for pubs and parties!

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Hire PianoFactor Cover band with Encore
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£1995 - £4431.25
Cover bandHenlow

PianoFactor are a professional, fun and interactive party band perfect for any event. An award winning band that take audience requests.

FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Cambridge

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What is a cover band?

A cover band is a musical group that performs songs originally recorded by other artists. Instead of creating original music, they specialise in replicating popular hits from various genres, imitating the original songs' melodies, lyrics, and arrangements. Cover bands play at a wide range of events, (weddings, corporate events, private events) offering audiences familiar tunes to dance and sing along to. Their ability to perform well-known songs appeals to diverse crowds, making them a popular choice for entertainment. Cover bands often infuse their unique style into these songs, ensuring a lively and enjoyable musical experience for listeners.

What is the difference between a cover band and a tribute band?

A cover band sings songs from various artists and genres, whereas a tribute band is dedicated to imitating the music, style, and, in some cases, appearance of a certain artist or band.

Can a cover band play any song?

In the UK, as in many other countries, cover bands are subject to copyright laws and regulations. Cover bands can perform songs that are protected by copyright, but they typically need to obtain licenses to do so legally. Performance licenses are usually obtained through organizations like PRS for Music (Performing Right Society), which represent songwriters, composers, and music publishers. When a cover band obtains a license from organisations like PRS for Music, they are granted the legal right to perform and publicly perform copyrighted songs during their live performances. These licenses ensure that the original creators and copyright holders are compensated for the use of their music. Bands with these licenses can perform your favourite songs and keep the dance floor packed all night long.

Do bands have to pay to cover songs live?

In the United Kingdom, cover bands often do not need to pay royalties for performing live cover versions of songs. The venues where these bands perform, on the other hand, may hold licences with performance rights organisations (PROs) such as PRS for Music, allowing them to stage live music events. These licences frequently cover the performance of copyrighted songs, guaranteeing that songwriters and original artists get compensated. These venue licences help tribute artists by allowing them to play without individual royalty commitments. It is critical that venues have the necessary licences.

How long should a cover band play?

Cover bands typically play two one-hour sets or three forty-minute sets, with a 15 to 30-minute break in between. Setup and soundcheck for your band will take about an hour and a half.

What makes a good cover band?

A good cover band excels in capturing the essence of the original songs while adding their unique flair. They prioritise musical skill, tight instrumentation, and vocal talent to recreate songs authentically. Versatility is key, allowing them to perform a wide range of genres and eras, where its pop hits, rock pop, or classic ballads, catering to diverse audiences. All professional musicians should also have great stage presence and audience engagement to enhance the live experience and foster a connection with listeners. Additionally, they respect copyright laws, securing necessary licenses, and always acknowledge the original artists. Ultimately, a great cover band strikes a balance between faithful renditions and creative reinterpretations, delivering memorable performances that resonate with audiences. Feel free to browse our selection of professional cover bands for hire or speak to one of our experts to get tailored recommendations and find the perfect cover band near you.

Hiring a Cover Band in Cambridge

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Popular genres:
Pop, Rock, Folk
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1 hour
Busiest times:
July, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Cover Band in Cambridge?

The typical price per group member for Cover Bands is:
£Budget£220
££Pro£330
£££High-end£400+

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Recent reviews of our Cover Bands in Cambridge

“Fantastic night everyone really injured the night woodmans cottage Bar &Grill will definitely be rebooking them in the new year ”

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Adrian hired The Numbers for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in Cambridge)

“The Jjarrs were brilliant - they created such a lively, fun atmosphere and everyone had such a great time dancing. They are very experienced and professional, and Matthew was very quick to respond and answer all our questions before the event which was much appreciated. They were flexible in accommodating our final song request, and dealt with putting on playlists between their sets and making sure the evening ran very smoothly. They are excellent performers, and we all had such a great time dancing, so thank you so much! ”

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Pippa hired The Jjarrs for a Wedding (available in Cambridge)

“An all-round fantastic experience - great to deal with, and great performers. Highly recommended.”

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Dan hired The Jjarrs for a Birthday party (available in Cambridge)

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