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Hire ABBAMAGIC ABBA tribute band with Encore
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£800 - £2500
ABBA tribute bandSwanscombe

ABBA – spectacularly recreated by ABBAMAGIC – with flawless vocals and superb musicianship. A first-class & truly authentic tribute.

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Hire Ultimate 80s Party Band 80s tribute band with Encore
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£600 - £1250
80s tribute bandChelmsford

Ultimate 80s are an authentic and energetic 5 piece band from East Anglia paying tribute to the best music of the 1980s

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Hire Deutsche Fabrik 80s tribute band with Encore
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£250 - £750
80s tribute bandStansted

Synth pop classics and classy synth pop. Great for 80s themed parties. Experienced, fun duo - minimal kit setup, own PA, no venue too small.

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Hire The Swiftbeats 60s tribute band with Encore
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£1000 - £2000
60s tribute bandEssex

The Swiftbeats are the Authentic Tribute To The 60s! Whatever your event The Swiftbeats are the choice for you!

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Hire Nathan & Jules Acoustic 60s tribute band with Encore
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£275 - £450
60s tribute bandWickford

Nathan and Jules are an Essex-based two-piece band playing upbeat cover versions of classic sixties songs.

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Hire Like The Beatles Beatles tribute band with Encore
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£950 - £1150
Beatles tribute bandSouthend-on-Sea

Like The Beatles are the UK's foremost Beatles Tribute Band. From weddings to headlining festivals, they can wow Amy audience.

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Hire Buddy Holly and The Cricketers 60s tribute band with Encore
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£3000 - £3500
60s tribute bandBillericay

"Buddy Brilliant!" - Graham Norton, BBC One

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Hire Holding Back The Years - The Ultimate Simply Red Tribute Experience 80s tribute band with Encore
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80s tribute bandEssex

With meticulous attention to detail, Holding Back The Years delivers the world's most authentic tribute to Simply Red!

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Hire Stallions & The Bear  Roaming band with Encore
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Roaming bandColchester

Hailing from the Sicilian City of Palermo (Italy), Stallions & The Bear are one of the UK's most vibrant and popular wedding and event bands

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Hire Capital Party Roaming band with Encore
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£700 - £2000
Roaming bandUpminster

Our band make your party one to remember. High-energy performance with blistering guitar solos, onstage hi-jinx and eclectic repertoire!

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Hire The Midnight Band 60s tribute band with Encore
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£400 - £2800
60s tribute bandBrentwood

6-piece Corporate, Wedding, Party, and Function Band performing Classic Hits to get your guests dancing all night long! 20+ years experience

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Hire OLD SKOOL 80s tribute band with Encore
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£400 - £2200
80s tribute bandColchester

Step back in time with the ultimate party band!

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Hire MJ & The Fellas  50s tribute band with Encore
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£1125 - £5750
50s tribute bandRomford

Fronted by one of the finest jazz and swing vocalists in the U.K., MJ & The Fellas effortlessly bring the Great American Song Book to life.

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Hire The Soul Corporation 70s tribute band with Encore
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£1562.50
70s tribute bandWickford

For the best in Soul, Club Classics and Dance!

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Hire THE BLACKLISTED ALLSTARS 80s tribute band with Encore
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£1000 - £1937.50
80s tribute bandDagenham

A dream team lineup of the finest musicians, The Blacklisted Allstars are a 7 piece SOUL NEW WAVE and SKA band.

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Hire MK 90s tribute band with Encore
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90s tribute bandRomford

1 of the most in demand Dj in the business, both national and international. Guaranteed to wow your guest!

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Hire RETRO-90s 90s tribute band with Encore
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£1875 - £2000
90s tribute bandSwanscombe

Get ready for the rhythm of the 90s… RETRO-90s performs the biggest pop, Brit pop & dance classics of the 90s. The ultimate party!

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Hire Eclipse '60s 60s tribute band with Encore
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60s tribute bandEssex

Eclipse, the duo with the sound of a full band, invite you to GO GO GO back in time to the 1960s.

Latest reviews of our Entertainers in Essex

The Swiftbeats
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"The music was exactly what we wanted and delivered with enthusiasm and style."

Colin hired The Swiftbeats for a Private event (available in Essex)

Verified Review, 4 August 2024
Deutsche Fabrik
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"Fantastic experience. Everyone loved the performance. "

Rachel hired Deutsche Fabrik for a Wedding anniversary (available in Essex)

Verified Review, 20 July 2024
Ultimate 80s Party Band
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"We had great fun at my husbands 60th Birthday - Ultimate 80's were a perfect addition to a brilliant evening . Everyone enjoyed the song list and joined in with all the classic 1980's tracks - they looked and sounded the part ! Everyone enjoyed the evening and the band had an encore at the end ! Thank you to Pete and all the band for a really wonderful evening ! "

Dymphna hired Ultimate 80s Party Band for a Private event (available in Essex)

Verified Review, 13 July 2024

FAQs about hiring Entertainers in Essex

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How to entertain adults at a party?

Live music is the best choice for party entertainment as it’s vibrant and versatile. You can hire musicians to provide ambient background music which still allows your guests to mingle and then ramp up into a more engaging performance when you want your guests to let loose and dance. Live performances in general engage audiences in a way that recorded or pre-scripted entertainment cannot. The interaction between performers and the audience adds a dynamic and personal element to the event. Similarly, the excitement and energy generated by live musicians is unmatched by other entertainers.

How to book entertainment for an event?

Booking live entertainers has never been easier with Encore. Our website allows you to browse through thousands of musician profiles, watch videos of their performances, and read customer reviews to get a better sense of their stage presence and audience interaction. After narrowing down your options, simply submit an enquiry through our website and receive quotes in a matter of hours. If you prefer a more personalised approach, you can also contact one of our experts directly. Simply answer a few questions about your event and preferences, and our team will provide you with tailored recommendations to suit your needs and tastes. This way, you can be sure to find the perfect live entertainment for your event.

How much entertainment at corporate party?

The cost of corporate party entertainment varies widely depending, but below are some rough estimates for popular corporate entertainers based on a 2-hour performance. - Function band (4-piece) - £1,200 - Jazz band (4-piece) - £1,041 - DJ - £400 - Saxophonist - £300 Please bear in mind that these averages will vary depending on the experience and professional background of the entertainer, the location of your event and the time of year, with the festive season typically being the busiest and most expensive period.

How much do birthday party entertainers cost?

The cost of birthday party entertainers varies widely depending on the type of entertainer, time of year and location of your party but below is a rough guide of prices for popular birthday entertainers based on a 2-hour performance. - Party band (4-piece) - £1,100 - Soul & Motown band (4-piece) - £1,041 - DJ - £400 - Acoustic duos - £650

How do I find an entertainer near me?

We represent thousands of live performers throughout the UK at Encore Musicians. You can search for entertainers near you by entering your location and filtering by 'distance (closest)'. If you prefer, you can use our easy and quick enquiry form to receive personalised quotes from local musicians.

Do you tip birthday party entertainers?

You are not expected to tip a birthday entertainer, but it is considered a nice gesture. If you feel that the musician went above and beyond to make your birthday a success, you can tip them anywhere from £50 to £100. In cases where you're on a tight budget, you can tip them less. It's just the gesture that counts, and it's not required.

Hiring a Entertainer in Essex

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Popular genres:
Pop, Classical, Jazz
Average response time:
7 hours
Busiest times:
June, July, August

How much does it cost to hire a Entertainer in Essex?

The typical price for a Entertainer is:
£Budget£270
££Pro£390
£££High-end£510+

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