Cover Bands for hire in Chelmsford

Book a cover band in Chelmsford 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 Into the Sun Cover band with Encore
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£799 - £1195
Cover bandColchester

The #1 party band in the UK! We've played 3000+ events including Glasto & VW fest and over 1,000 weddings. Guaranteed to wow your guests!

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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 HAIRFORCE 5 Cover band with Encore
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£1250 - £2000
Cover bandLondon

Hairforce-5 bring the 80's rock scene direct to your function! All the 80's hits from Van Halen, Guns n' Roses, Motley Crue!

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Hire THOM Music Duo Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandLondon

THOM Music Duo are an exciting pair with a broad and surprising repertoire - perfect for your wedding/hootenanny/shindig/soiree.

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Hire THE LANDLINE: Classic Indie & Britpop (90's era) Cover band with Encore
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£1000 - £1500
Cover bandLondon

Classic Indie & Britpop. Playing favorites from the 90's era including Stone Roses, Charlatans, Oasis, Blur, Pulp and Suede among others.

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Hire Flame Trees Cover band with Encore
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From£320
Cover bandLondon

An exciting new cover duo using live looping and percussion to create a sound much bigger than you've ever heard from 2 people!

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Hire High Frequency Band Cover band with Encore
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£800 - £2400
Cover bandHornchurch

We are a 5 piece covers band playing upbeat songs from the 60’s to the 00’s

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Hire UNSHACKLED Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £850
Cover bandGillingham

Rocking party band covering music from all eras. We've played hundreds of events over the last seven years with our award winning vocalist!

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Hire Owen Hopwood Trio Cover band with Encore
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£625 - £1125
Cover bandLondon

Soulful trio serving up funky covers of your favourite pop tunes alongside classic soul, blues and jazz.

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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 Ladies and the Tramps Cover band with Encore
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£1875 - £2375
Cover bandLondon

Ladies and the Tramps invite you into a whole new world for a magical experience jam-packed with nostalgic fun & Disney sing-alongs!

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Hire Ankle Bashers Cover band with Encore
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£250 - £625
Cover bandWelling

Ankle Bashers provide you with their favourite 20th century hits, alongside mashups, a joke or two, and…a drinking game?!

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Hire The Rhythm Foxes  Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandLondon

We play classic covers and our own catchy moody songs. Book us for your pub or party!

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Hire StepNSoul Cover band with Encore
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£1700 - £3800
Cover bandLondon

Looking for a high energy, crowd pleasing Motown/Soul show, with slick choreography? Look no further, Step 'N' Soul is the band for you!!

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Hire Upbeat Street  Cover band with Encore
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£600 - £2075
Cover bandGillingham

Upbeat Street is an award-winning high-energy premium party band playing classic & modern dance floor fillers from the last six decades.

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Hire Halfway to New York Cover band with Encore
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£2995 - £4495
Cover bandBexleyheath

Toured the US twice, Supported Bruce Springsteen at Hyde Park & Headlined Trafalgar Square - this band is guaranteed to deliver & then some!

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Hire Vivid Cover band with Encore
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£2200 - £3562
Cover bandLondon

Cool, stylish, exciting and preferred supplier to many exclusive venues. Just voted 'Best Band in the South East' at the TWIA 2024 Awards!

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Hire Stallions & The Bear  Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandColchester

Hailing from the Sicilian City of Palermo (Italy), Stallions & The Bear are one of the UK's most vibrant and popular wedding and event bands

FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Chelmsford

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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 Chelmsford

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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 Chelmsford?

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 Chelmsford

“These guys are absolute legends - Not only is their musicianship top class, but they know how to entertain a crowd. I hired for my recent birthday and they absolutely rocked the place (I think the local venue is still shaking), an amazing time was had by all. I also have to say as a person new to hiring bands and not sure what the whole experience was going to be like, that they were execellent communicators, discussing the set-up of the venue, the set-list, power requirements etc. They even learnt a new song for me to please my better half! Really nice guys and didn't stop smiling and laughing (and head banging) from the moment they got on set to the moment they finished their encore. 2 hours of blinding entertainment, I would not hesitate to recommend or hire them again (perhaps for my next landmark birthday!!!!). Thanks Robb and the guys for making my birthday such a special event that we will all be talking about for years.”

16 March 2024
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Ed hired HAIRFORCE 5 for a Private event (available in Chelmsford)

“I could not have asked for a better band for our wedding night! As soon as I heard Rob’s version of Everlong (our first dance) it was a no brainer, and the more we spoke the more we found a lot of common ground in our music tastes. They are an incredibly talented group and Rob was so responsive and helpful through the whole process. Cannot recommend enough - thank you so much!”

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Jess hired Into the Sun for a Wedding (available in Chelmsford)

“Absolutely exceptional! Rob and the band have real talent! A NYE wedding and they made our day complete and 100% know how to read the guests.... We asked for a party and that's exactly what we got! Lovely people to work with and nothing was too much trouble including "Layla". Thank you Into the Sun..... we will recommend you to everyone we know!”

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Keith hired Into the Sun for a Wedding (available in Chelmsford)

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