Cover Bands for hire in Staffordshire

Book a cover band in Staffordshire 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 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 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 The Repeaters Cover band with Encore
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£400 - £980
Cover bandStoke-on-Trent

The ultimate feel-good covers band playing modern & classic country, soft-rock and pop classics.

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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 Fat Cat Brass Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandBelper

Fat Cat Brass. A modern brass band like you've never seen before!

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Hire Northern Hustle Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £3000
Cover bandCrewe

We're a high energy party band that have performed at hundreds of events including Glastonbury and Hyde Park BST.

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Hire Bears Don't Play Cover band with Encore
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£1800 - £2900
Cover bandBurton-on-Trent

A 4-piece powerhouse. We're all about the best music from the 90s/00s. Expect crowd pleaser after pleaser from The Bears that love to play.

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Hire The Country Roads Cover band with Encore
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£687.50 - £1375
Cover bandNantwich

The Country Roads Trio are an acoustic 3 piece Folk/Country style act, performing the very best hits from these genres!

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Hire The Brightsides Cover band with Encore
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£550 - £1300
Cover bandCannock

With hundreds of previous events, Staffordshire band, The Brightsides, are ready for YOUR party! We promise a night to remember.

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Hire Coaster Cover band with Encore
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£1150 - £2000
Cover bandLichfield

Popular Male & Female fronted Wedding & Party Band.

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Hire RT90s Presents... 'Insomnia' & 'Sorted' Cover band with Encore
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£1450 - £1800
Cover bandSutton Coldfield

The Live 90s Act Bringing Back The Rave - Hands in the Air...!

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Hire The Junos Cover band with Encore
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£1400 - £1750
Cover bandSutton Coldfield

The uK Live Act Bringing the Classic Good Vibes and Modern Dance Anthems to your Event..

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Hire Function Band Live Cover band with Encore
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Cover bandWolverhampton

Function Band Live - Top selling rock & pop band, a modern-indie focused repertoire; Queen to Bastille, with vintage rock & pop

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Hire House of Harmony Cover band with Encore
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£1125 - £1625
Cover bandDerby

4-piece wedding & function band offering high-quality live entertainment

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Hire Madison Avenue UK Cover band with Encore
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£1800
Cover bandDerbyshire

Madison Avenue UK are a 10-piece Midlands-based live function band, featuring three lead vocalists and a three-piece horns section.

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Hire Sham Radio Cover band with Encore
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£500 - £1250
Cover bandAshby-de-la-Zouch

Super Deluxe Party Boy Sounds! #givethepeoplewhatthepeoplewant

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Hire The Poptarts Cover band with Encore
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£1000 - £1400
Cover bandNantwich

The Poptarts cover some of the best of Britpop/Indie/rock/pop cover music of the 80's, 90's and 00's, a perfect choice for your private do!

FAQs about hiring Cover Bands in Staffordshire

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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 Staffordshire

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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 Staffordshire?

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 Staffordshire

“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 Staffordshire)

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

16 December 2023
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Neil hired The Covers Family for a Private event (available in Staffordshire)

“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 Staffordshire)

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