Cover Bands for hire in Solihull

Book a cover band in Solihull 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 Push To Play Cover band with Encore
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£1125 - £1562.50
Cover bandWalsall

Push To Play deliver an energetic set packed full of iconic songs, ideal for weddings, parties, corporate/special events and festivals.

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Hire Sounds of Detroit Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandBirmingham

Let the charismatic Sounds of Detroit transport you to days gone by (incl. the '60s, Motown & Disco) in an irresistible four-part harmony!

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Hire Shades Band Cover band with Encore
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£1875 - £7500
Cover bandBirmingham

Shades Show band has performed all over the UK and are a resident Show for New Year's Eve at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, for the past 15 years

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Hire What Do You Fancy? Cover band with Encore
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£320 - £1920
Cover bandBirmingham

Party band in Birmingham playing hits from the 70s to modern day. We take (almost) any request given to us, so tell us what you fancy!

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Hire Izzy Sparkes  Cover band with Encore
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£280 - £600
Cover bandBirmingham

#Soul #Jazz #Party #Rock #Live music #California soul

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Hire Me, Him and the Others Cover band with Encore
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£938 - £1563
Cover bandWarwick

A Warwickshire-based 5-piece rock & pop covers band playing you classic hits from the 1960s right up to the 2000s.

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Hire No Strings Attached Cover band with Encore
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From£640
Cover bandHalesowen

We are a four piece classic rock band from all a varierty of musical backgrounds which enables us to have a unique sound.

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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 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 Dancefloored Cover band with Encore
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£995 - £1245
Cover bandWalsall

The No.1 band from the heart of the Midlands. Non-stop dance floor fillers guaranteed to rock your world - we turn an event into a PARTY.

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Hire W!RED Band Cover band with Encore
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£875 - £1125
Cover bandBirmingham

Fantastic Party band Guaranteed to get the party started for your special event

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Hire Playlisters Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandBirmingham

A fantastic, high energy, 4-piece band, perfect for weddings & corporate events

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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 StraightFIRE🔥 Cover band with Encore
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From£1600
Cover bandSolihull

Top UK Party Band with male+female vocals, full brass section and a huge repertoire spanning everything from Stevie Wonder to Calvin Harris.

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Hire Peaky Playlisters Cover band with Encore
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£750 - £1750
Cover bandBirmingham

A unique, high energy, 4-piece 'FESTIVAL/MUMFORDS' style, Rock, Pop, Indie band, perfect for weddings, parties & corporate events

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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 The Bohemians Cover band with Encore
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£4500 - £5625
Cover bandAlcester

The World's Most Exciting Queen Tribute! "The best Queen tribute you will ever see" "So close it's scary" "A brilliant show"

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FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Solihull

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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 Solihull

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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 Solihull?

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 Solihull

“Nothing was too much trouble from booking to party, easy communication. Prompt arrival and set up and rocked the room from beginning to end. Thank you for making my birthday so special x ”

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Carole hired Push To Play for a Private event (available in Solihull)

“Awesome. The Warning performed at our wedding and absolutely smashed it. A lot of our guests have since commented on how good they were. Tune after tune, which had everybody dancing. Thank you for a brilliant night”

9 September 2023
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Sam hired The Warning for a Wedding (available in Solihull)

“What a tremendous band. Excellent communication beforehand to ensure the evening ran exceptionally smoothly. The band dressed to our theme and turned up in plenty of time to set up and do sound checks. They performed some real bangers and got everybody up and dancing. I would thoroughly recommend them to anybody.”

31 December 2022
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Richard hired Push To Play for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in Solihull)

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