Cover Bands for hire in Powys

Book a cover band in Powys 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 The Hicksters Cover band with Encore
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£600 - £800
Cover bandAberystwyth

6 piece mainly covers band playing uptempo acoustic versions of songs by The Band, Steve Earle, Bob Dylan, Crosby Stills & Nash......

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Hire The Shropshire Bandicoots Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £1500
Cover bandMuch Wenlock

Shropshire’s finest musicians all in one band. Book The Shropshire Bandicoots today!

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Hire Grooba Cover band with Encore
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£400 - £1200
Cover bandShropshire, UK

'We're the uber groovy covers band. We'll get you up dancing and singing away! Highly recommended by all we've played for!'

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Hire The John Adams Band Cover band with Encore
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£750 - £2600
Cover bandAberdare

4 piece Folk, Pop, Festival band led by the fantastic vocals of John Adams

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Hire H&S Duo & Band Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £750
Cover bandWrexham

One of the most talented and in-demand duos & bands playing at weddings and events! Book now and don't miss out on your perfect soundtrack!

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Hire The John Adams Duo Cover band with Encore
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From£400
Cover bandAberdare

Multi-instrumentalists which enables two people to make a really full and varied sound depending on the event.

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Hire Presuming Ed Cover band with Encore
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£650 - £1400
Cover bandAberdare

Presuming Ed are a 4 piece function band with male and female vocals, made up of professional experienced musicians.

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Hire Copper Beach Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandLlangollen

Songs to please everyone and a unique combination of male & female vocals with Sax/Keys/Guitar/Percussion. Great Vibes and Lovely Songs!

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Cover bandLlangollen

#1 live party band in the North West and North Wales. Male + Female vocals + Sax! Hundreds of amazing reviews, book us for a ROCKING party!

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Hire Red Madog Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandLudlow

A unique combination of instruments, traditional melodies, original songs and cover versions to deliver our own brand of ‘folk-fusion’.

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Cover bandWelshpool

Multi-instrumental close harmony duo, specialising in Bluegrass, Folk and Post-Modern; including 50s/60s/70s covers with a rockabilly twist.

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Hire Billy Thompson Gypsy Style Cover band with Encore
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From£1200
Cover bandBala

As happy performing at large music festivals as we are playing for small private functions...

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Hire XL5 Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandHereford

XL5 are an exciting & experienced Function Band specialising in 70s, 80s to current music for Weddings, Parties, Festivals, Corporate Events

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Hire Pepe le Moko Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £1250
Cover bandWrexham

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Hire Beyond The Beat Cover band with Encore
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£400 - £800
Cover bandAberdare

Kate’s gorgeous voice and Andy’s outstanding guitar playing make us the ideal choice for your event, We have the perfect setlist for you!

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Hire Everything But The Band Cover band with Encore
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£320 - £650
Cover bandKidderminster

An extremely versatile vocal and guitar duo playing a range of classic hits spanning 6 decades using quality backing tracks.

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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!

FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Powys

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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 Powys

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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 Powys?

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 Powys

“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 Powys)

“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 Powys)

“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 Powys)

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