Cover Bands for hire in Hackney

Book a cover band in Hackney 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 Vivid Cover band with Encore
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£2200 - £3562
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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 Juma Steel Band Cover band with Encore
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£437.50 - £975
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With years of experience Juma Steel Band will transport you to an unforgettable caribbean experience. and bring a ray of sunshine .

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Hire The Big Cool Celts: Scottish Ceilidh, Reeling & Covers Party Band Cover band with Encore
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£1065 - £2840
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With unrivalled service and quality, they have built a reputation as one of the best Celtic party bands in the UK

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Hire On The Rocks Cover band with Encore
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£1480 - £2399
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Fully-charged vocals, pedal-to-the-metal showmanship, stellar musicianship & fantastic hair.

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Hire Fleur De Mur Cover band with Encore
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Fleur De Mur has performed to 80,000 at 2022 Grand Prix, stadiums of 20,000 for the NRL (football) finals and performed at 800+ weddings

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Hire Soul Funk Secret Cover band with Encore
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£1680 - £2100
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Soul Funk Secret are a London-based party band who deliver high quality, engaging performances that are guaranteed to fill the dancefloor.

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Hire The Ukulele Ska Collective Cover band with Encore
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£800 - £1500
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Ukulele Ska Collective play ska classics and more on ukulele's with full back line, harmonies and more thrown in! Put on your dancing shoes!

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Hire The Bears Cover band with Encore
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£1200 - £1600
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Award winning wedding and party band with 15 years experience and over 200 songs to choose from!

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Hire Mama Brass Cover band with Encore
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From£1280
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New Orleans-inspired pop/funk band bringing some brassy lovin' to your lives

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Hire Titus Maz Quartet / Trio  Cover band with Encore
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£700 - £900
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A vibing grooving quartet mixing Jazz standards with modern Neo Soul. From bebop to Fusion and more.

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Hire Supatonic Cover band with Encore
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£1250 - £2812.50
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Serving the freshest vibes of Funk, Pop, Soul and Jazz! From a 3-8 Piece Function Band to help you get your groove on! 🕺🎶✨

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Hire APOLLO BRASS Cover band with Encore
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£625 - £2400
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Live music like you've never heard before! Guaranteed to be the life of any party!

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Hire The Hush Hush Cover band with Encore
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£350 - £650
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The Hush Hush transform songs old and new, each tune drenched in the duo's signature dark and stylish old-school sound.

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Hire Burning Inferno Band Cover band with Encore
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£1400 - £1880
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Burning Inferno Band will keep your audience dancing to 80’s and 90’s Motown, Soul, funk, disco and reggae all day and all night.

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Hire ModernClassics Cover band with Encore
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Energetic, Dapper, Fun, high-level energy

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Hire The Islanders Cover band with Encore
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£450 - £750
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Rock/pop duo based in London available for private and corporate events.

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Hire Deeper Undersound Cover band with Encore
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£1340 - £2840
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London's Top Party Band, unrivalled service and quality!

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Hire The Dun Reels Cover band with Encore
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£1340 - £2165
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The essential Celtic party band! The best for Reeling, Ceilidh & Pop/Rock Covers.

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FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Hackney

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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 Hackney

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

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

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 Hackney

“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.”

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Ed hired HAIRFORCE 5 for a Private event (available in Hackney)

“Sexy Rumours were fantastic, Rob was so positive from the get go and we knew we were in safe hands. Sexy Rumours really electrified the crowd, with an awesome stage presence. We can't thank the band enough for making our wedding that much better and closing out the day with a bang!”

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Matthew hired Sexy Rumours for a Wedding (available in Hackney)

“Sharlette was amazing! ”

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Natasha hired Sharlette (Solo/Duo/Trio) for a Hotel / Restaurant event (available in Hackney)

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