Cover Bands for hire in Ipswich

Book a cover band in Ipswich 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 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 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 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 Kiss the Teacher  Cover band with Encore
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£1743.75 - £2118.75
Cover bandIpswich

Award Winning 4 piece ABBA tribute show, Available across the UK The most partilicious tribute to the fabbatastic Four! 100% ABBAttraction!

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Hire Playback Party Band Cover band with Encore
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£2000
Cover bandThetford

We’re a covers band with a sophisticated edge, with 6 to 10 members – it’s your choice – with male, female lead vocals, sax, bass and drums

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Hire Bandeoke Cover band with Encore
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£1500 - £2250
Cover bandColchester

BANDEOKE - THE STAGE IS YOURS If you’re after something different, off the wall and unique why not try Bandeoke - karaoke on steroids.

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Hire The Sound Collective Cover band with Encore
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£1250 - £2500
Cover bandBraintree

The Ultimate Function Band specialising in Corporate and Wedding functions. Playing the best in Disco, Soul, Motown and Pop.

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Hire DJ ALIVE Cover band with Encore
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£2625 - £7000
Cover bandColchester

Sassy Female Vocals, Powerful Male Vocals, Incredible Musicians performing at weddings around the world DJ Alive are the ONLY band to Hire

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Hire Out of The Box Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £1200
Cover bandWoodbridge

Back out of the Box Suffolk's Premier Functions Band with a repertoire that spans four generations,

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Hire Soul Occupants Cover band with Encore
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£1200 - £3000
Cover bandWitham

7 piece soul, funk and disco function band that never fail to get the party started, and keep the dance floor full from start to finish!

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Hire City Sound Cover band with Encore
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£1.25 - £1250
Cover bandWitham

High energy band based in Essex, operating on a national level. City Sound play the best mix of hits between 1950s-00s. Dance-floor fillers!

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Hire Hustle Party Band Cover band with Encore
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From£1440
Cover bandBury Saint Edmunds

We’re a 9- piece professional ensemble, bringing all the massive disco and dancealong hits- Chic, Sister Sledge, the Beegees, MJ and more!

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Hire Living The Dream  Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandWoodbridge

The #1 party band in the East Anglia ! We've played 500 gigs and Guaranteed to wow your guests!”

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Hire The Alleycatz Cover band with Encore
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£1000 - £6875
Cover bandLondon

The Alleycatz are one of the UK's Premier function bands! A brilliant 5-12 piece pop/Motown & funk band that'll bring class to any occasion!

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Hire The Covered Cover band with Encore
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£2500 - £5375
Cover bandHenley-on-Thames

Multi-award winning wedding & party 6-8 piece band playing floor-filling Motown, soul funk pop and rock classics from across the decades!

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Hire I Love Amp Cover band with Encore
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£1300 - £1800
Cover bandSalcombe

I Love Amp are an incredible 4 piece party band offering a dynamic set list, they know how to entertain! The UK's favourite party band! 🇬🇧

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Hire LDN Monaco Cover band with Encore
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£1000 - £1500
Cover bandLondon

We are proud to present LDN Monaco! A high calibre socially-distanced entertainment option for all those continuing with their 2020 events.

FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Ipswich

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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 Ipswich

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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 Ipswich?

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 Ipswich

“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 Ipswich)

“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 Ipswich)

“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!”

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Natalie hired Into the Sun for a Private event (available in Ipswich)

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