Cover Bands for hire in Essex

Book a cover band in Essex 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 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 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

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Hire Indigo Delight Cover band with Encore
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£1961 - £2641
Cover bandHarlow

Indigo Delight is a female-fronted outfit specialising in urban vibes with plenty of RnB, Hip-Hop, Pop, and Soul in their repertoire.

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Hire Capital Party Cover band with Encore
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£700 - £2000
Cover bandUpminster

Our band make your party one to remember. High-energy performance with blistering guitar solos, onstage hi-jinx and eclectic repertoire!

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Hire Hetty and the Jazzato Band Cover band with Encore
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£440 - £1820
Cover bandUpminster

Anglo-Italian swing band giving a quirky modern twist to vintage Italian songs, gypsy-jazz, & swing standards to get your feet tapping! 🇮🇹

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Hire Soul Allegiance Cover band with Encore
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£2615 - £2969
Cover bandHarlow

Expect top-notch performances Soul Allegiance's super-tight musicians, with RnB vocals that regularly grace the West End!

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Hire The Supreme Collective Cover band with Encore
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£2663 - £4438
Cover bandLoughton

London's finest 4-10 piece "wow-factor" party band playing the best dance floor fillers from the 50s right through to the current top 40.

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Hire Jukerox Cover band with Encore
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£1000 - £2250
Cover bandBuckhurst Hill

No.1 Essex based function band offering a stadium size performance on any stage!! With more than 8 years experience, Jukerox bring the rock!

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Hire Jupiter Ray Cover band with Encore
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£895 - £3795
Cover bandColchester

Jupiter Ray are an exceptional and experienced professional party band based in Essex and Hertfordshire. Motown/Pop/Party Music.

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Hire The Midnight Band Cover band with Encore
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£400 - £2800
Cover bandBrentwood

6-piece Corporate, Wedding, Party, and Function Band performing Classic Hits to get your guests dancing all night long! 20+ years experience

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Hire OLD SKOOL Cover band with Encore
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£400 - £2200
Cover bandColchester

Step back in time with the ultimate party band!

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Hire Velvet Diamond Cover band with Encore
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£1688 - £2375
Cover bandLoughton

Party band ready to deliver the most captivating and interactive perforance you and your guests have ever seen!

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Hire Electric Ocean Cover band with Encore
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£1993.75 - £2975
Cover bandEssex

Essex-based Award-winning Wedding & Function band covering the whole UK, playing a wide range of modern & classic hits!

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Hire T42Band Cover band with Encore
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£800 - £2000
Cover bandChelmsford

Electrifying 4 piece classic and modern pop/rock band with a killer repertoire. Keeping dance floors filled all over Europe.

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Hire The Soul Corporation Cover band with Encore
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From£900
Cover bandWickford

For the best in Soul, Club Classics and Dance!

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Hire The Motivators Cover band with Encore
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£1375 - £2250
Cover bandChelmsford

Essex’s Premier Wedding and Party Band!

FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Essex

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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 Essex

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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 Essex?

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 Essex

“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 Essex)

“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!”

31 December 2023
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Keith hired Into the Sun for a Wedding (available in Essex)

“Into the Sun were absolutely brilliant, I am so thrilled that I booked them for our event and I can't wait for another opportunity to book them again!”

24 November 2023
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Natalie hired Into the Sun for a Private event (available in Essex)

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