Cover Bands for hire in Kent

Book a cover band in Kent 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 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 The Great Fire Cover band with Encore
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£320 - £800
Cover bandEastbourne

An energetic 4-piece function band playing an eclectic, electric playlist from more than five decades of party music.

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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 The Dynamics Cover band with Encore
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From£640
Cover bandDover

The Dynamics are a fun, energetic band with outstanding musicianship. With a repertoire of over 250 songs, there's something for everyone!

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Hire Nouveau Lounge Cover band with Encore
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£2625 - £4175
Cover bandKent

Nouveau Lounge are a UK band who perform their own arrangements of modern pop songs played in a Vintage Style.

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Hire FNKHAUS Cover band with Encore
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£1250 - £2750
Cover bandHerne Bay

Premium party band based in the South East, guaranteed to get you on the dancefloor!

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Hire Brothers From Another Cover Cover band with Encore
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£900 - £1300
Cover bandMaidstone

We are Brothers From Another Cover, a covers band made with a passion for music and making sure everyone has a good time.

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Hire Brothers Of Loot Cover band with Encore
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£700 - £1200
Cover bandMaidstone

You don’t need a full band to get the party started!!

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Hire Willow Street Band Cover band with Encore
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£825 - £1200
Cover bandSaint Leonards-on-sea

Bored with bands that look like the Peaky Blinders playing Ed Sheeran covers. We are something different.

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Hire Project F Cover band with Encore
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£1000 - £2000
Cover bandCanterbury

Motown and soulful funk driven covers from a super six piece function and party band

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Hire The Redfords Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandKent

#1 wedding, corporate and party band in Kent and the South East! With 1000+ events, all your fav hits, guaranteed to wow your guests!

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Hire Changing Gravity  Cover band with Encore
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£700 - £1250
Cover bandMaidstone

WE’VE PLAYED FOR THE STARS, NOW LET US PLAY FOR YOU!!!!

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Hire Fleur de Paris Cover band with Encore
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From£1000
Cover bandLewes

Swing and French Chanson / English songs & Jazz . Hint of vintage Latin vibes at times !

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Hire Midnight Martinis Cover band with Encore
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£450 - £1400
Cover bandTunbridge Wells

Function band Midnight Martinis perform a classic & contemporary pop soul crossover set to get everyone dancing!

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Cover bandTonbridge

Based in the heart of Kent, with hundreds of gigs under our belts, we're everything you need to throw a fantastic celebration party!

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Hire The Tom Cole Band Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £650
Cover bandSaint Leonards-on-sea

American Folk, Country, Gospel and Blues, originals and covers, with guitar, vocals, percussion and violin.

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Hire The RockPins - Pop, Rock & Indie Party Band Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandOrpington

The RockPins are a fantastic award winning Live Party Band playing great music from 60's through to modern Pop, Rock, Indie and cheese!

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Hire Fit2Funk Cover band with Encore
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£1000 - £1500
Cover bandTenterden

One of Kent's top Funk & Soul Wedding Bands. Playing all classics from 70s through to 20s to have your guest dancing all night!

FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Kent

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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 Kent

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

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

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 Kent

“Gondolas put on an amazing show for the awards. They played great songs that got the attendees dancing! Really professional and lovely people. Would book again!”

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Sam hired GONDOLAS for a Corporate event (available in Kent)

“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 Kent)

“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 Kent)

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