Cover Bands for hire in Leicester

Book a cover band in Leicester 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 U Select Band Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandCoventry

The best customisable function band! Choose your singer, your set and your style.

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Hire The Covers Family Cover band with Encore
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£1500 - £1875
Cover bandDerby

Indie/Pop/Rock band playing classic hits from the 50s to the 00s. No cheese, just great songs well played well by friendly engaging folks!

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Hire The Balloons Cover band with Encore
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£1625 - £2500
Cover bandOakham

Eclectic rock and pop from the last 60 years with 4 singers, harmonies, amazing musicianship and a great stage presence!

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Hire Stolen Mojo Cover band with Encore
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£360 - £1000
Cover bandKettering

We are a 4 piece modern covers band performing recent hits along with some older classic songs. Check out our repertoire!

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Hire Unit 4 Cover band with Encore
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From£525
Cover bandNorthampton

Trio from Northants playing covers from 60s-present. Instruments are electric guitar, keys/bass and drums.

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Hire The Sherberts Cover band with Encore
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£300 - £500
Cover bandCoventry

Rock and Pop covers from across the decades!

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Hire The PommyGranites Cover band with Encore
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£375 - £1200
Cover bandNorthampton

Lively 4 piece band playing Rock and Pop hits from the last 6 decades. We have played over 200 gigs including Parties, Festivals and Events

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Hire Twist of Rock : Party Anthems Cover band with Encore
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£1500 - £2850
Cover bandNorthampton

Party anthems with a Twist of Rock! Guaranteed to wow guests and fill the dance floor!

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Hire The Four Kicks Cover band with Encore
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£1500 - £2250
Cover bandAshby-de-la-Zouch

Talented and versatile four-piece function band with a decade of experience impressing crowds far and wide.

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Hire The Innovators Cover band with Encore
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£1300 - £2800
Cover bandCoventry

We are a band of professional musicians, who play at Weddings / Functions / Parties / Corporate events.

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Hire Twist of Rock : Rock Anthems Cover band with Encore
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£1500 - £2850
Cover bandNorthampton

Powerful rock anthems and rocked-up pop classics to sing & dance to, with an extensive song list that can be tailored to suit any event.

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Hire The Anthemics Cover band with Encore
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£1400 - £1900
Cover bandLeicester

The UK's Premiere Party Band

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Hire Big Phat Jukebox Cover band with Encore
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£650 - £1800
Cover bandMarket Harborough

Big Phat Jukebox are a 5 piece band that's Proud to Party! Stonking vocals, sax, guitar, bass and drums. Plus a 'secret weapon' instrument!

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Hire Miles Harlem Cover band with Encore
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£1280 - £2450
Cover bandNottingham

Guaranteeing to bring the fun, funk, and style! We offer a huge collection of your favourite soulful party songs in a current and fresh way!

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Hire Two Tone Acoustic Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £800
Cover bandNuneaton

Two Tone Acoustic are one of the top acts in the midlands area, a highly experienced duo or trio ideal for any event

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Hire Cosmos Acoustic Duo Cover band with Encore
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£812.50 - £1562.50
Cover bandLeicester

A dynamic Acoustic duo for laid back & upbeat events! We have performed for over 14years including for the BBC! Add ons possible also!

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Hire Deep Down Brass Cover band with Encore
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£900 - £1625
Cover bandDerby

The Midlands most exciting modern brass and drums group. All your favourite hits...reimagined!

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Hire Boogie Street Cover band with Encore
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£1125 - £1500
Cover bandLoughborough

Boogie Street are an award winning band in the East Midlands who have played hundreds of shows over the last 10 years together

FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Leicester

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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 Leicester

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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 Leicester?

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 Leicester

“What a fantastic performance. Everything I could have wished for. Everyone loved the music. Absolutely no hesitation recommending the band, simply first class.”

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Neil hired The Covers Family for a Private event (available in Leicester)

“Thanks to the Guys for a great performance, entertained and delivered a great night for those that braved the weather”

4 August 2023
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Pete hired Stolen Mojo for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in Leicester)

“Absolutely fantastic band - I would 100% recommend and would definitely book them again. They sounded great and were all really nice guys too! Lots of people at our wedding commented on how good the band were, they definitely made the night what it was. ”

13 May 2023
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SJ hired The Balloons for a Wedding (available in Leicester)

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