Function Bands for hire in Wandsworth

Hire a function band in Wandsworth for your wedding, party or event. If you need to book a live band to keep your guests on their feet all night, look no further. Whether you like Ed Sheeran, The Beatles, or Louis Armstrong, we have everything you'll need. Choose from 360 of the best local bands right here.

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Hire Victoria & The Foxes Function band with Encore
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£1250 - £3750
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#1 International Jazz, Soul, Funk, and Party band in London. We bring sass, style and soul to any event!

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Hire Andy Lowe Band Function band with Encore
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From£1000
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Driven by Andy Lowe's soulful vocals and keys, we are a professional function band with a tight groove that will keep you dancing all night

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Hire Hella Soul Function band with Encore
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£1500 - £3000
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Hella Soul are an irresistible party band, combining sumptuous soulful melodies and hard-hitting grooves for the perfect event.

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Hire The Affections Function band with Encore
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£1900 - £1907
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A compact 4 piece pop, funk and soul party band. Led by the beautiful Claire, with gorgeous tones to match.

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Hire The Dreamers Function band with Encore
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£1479 - £2399
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Truly an act destined for headlining Glasto. The Dreamers marries both old and new material in perfect harmony for a stunning result. ✨🌙

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Hire LDN Riviera Function band with Encore
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£850 - £1500
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We are proud to present LDN Riviera! A high calibre socially-distanced entertainment option for all those continuing with their 2020 events.

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Hire Courtier Music Function band with Encore
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Courtier Music are a luxury high end function band. We perform at weddings/corporate events & functions across the globe.

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Hire Paul Scarto’s Pop Up Pianobar Show Function band with Encore
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£1500 - £1750
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The popular Pianobar concept of sing a longs, live requests & fun entertainment is now portable and available for every location and event

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Hire Below the Border ~ ~ ~  ~ ~ ~ Ex-Pro Recording Artists covering 60s & 70s Rock Hits Function band with Encore
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£400 - £750
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“An outstanding party band with great harmony vocals who play the 60s & 70s Rock Hits” ~ Exceptional musicians who were there at the time!

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Hire Impossible Things - Party Band Function band with Encore
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£1400 - £2000
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The best party pop and rock band in London. Regular show nights at London's elite venues have honed this spectacular band.

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Hire Images & Words Function band with Encore
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£600 - £1000
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Images & Words – 5-Piece Rock, Pop & Indie Cover Band Best hits from the decades to current charts.

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Hire Harrison & Carmichael Function band with Encore
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£320 - £650
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Easy Listening Acoustic cover duo. Professional, fun and perfect for your occasion.

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Hire Simply Motown Function band with Encore
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£1300 - £2500
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Simply Motown is the UK's newest and most energetic function band performing a perfect mix of Motown and Soul music!

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Hire The Vibrations Function band with Encore
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£4399 - £6400
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Established in 2016, we've played countless high-end weddings, plus corporate parties for the likes of Spotify, Fujifilm and Diageo +more!

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Hire The Alleycatz Function band with Encore
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£1000 - £6875
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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 MK & the Misters Function band with Encore
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£2432.50 - £7292.50
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MK & the Misters is the UK’s finest party band! Comprised of London’s top musicians, we performed at 300+ events since 2016!

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Hire The Weekend Grooves Function band with Encore
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£675 - £7292.50
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4+ piece party band ready to fill the groove and fill the dance floor with music from the 50's all the way up to current hits.

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Hire B-Side Project Function band with Encore
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£1200 - £4280
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You know that feeling you get when you hear a tune you love but haven't heard in ages? We play those!

FAQs about hiring Function Bands in Wandsworth

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What do function bands do?

Function bands perform live music at events, engaging audiences with diverse songs from various genres. They tailor their sets to fit specific occasions, encouraging guests to dance and participate. Function bands create memorable experiences by interacting with the crowd, offering customisation options, and ensuring a lively atmosphere. From weddings to corporate events, function bands enhance events with their musical expertise, making them popular choices for entertainment.

How many people are in a function band?

Most groups have a minimum of three members, and it increases from there. Most function bands are willing to adjust their size to fit your budget.

What styles of music can a function band play?

Function bands can perform various genres, including pop, rock, R&B, soul, funk, jazz, and even classical music. Their versatility allows them to cater to different audiences. From classic hits to contemporary chart-toppers, function bands tailor their repertoire to suit the crowd, making them a popular choice for most events.

Do function bands take requests?

Function bands will know a lot of songs, and if they don't know yours, they can learn it. Your booking may incur an extra fee as a result, but it will be well worth it to hear your favourite music played exclusively for you. A function band can gauge which songs will get people on the dance floor and which songs will change the mood, so give them your best music and let them give you a live performance that will keep the dancefloor filled.

How long do function bands play for?

Typically, function bands are hired for two one-hour sets or three 40-minute sets, with breaks of 15 to 30 minutes in between. As such, we advise to not look at hiring a function band during a wedding meal (if booking for a wedding). It's important to note, that your function band will also require around one hour for setup and soundcheck.

Do I have to pay for the band's travel?

With Encore, all fees (travel, VAT, and other expenses a musician may need) are included in the quote, making booking a function band simple. The only additional add-on fee is the optional Encore Cover package we offer which means on top of your Basic Protection (full refund in the unlikely event of a musician cancellation), you will also get a tailored replacement search, out-of-hours support, and if the replacement act is more expensive than the original musician booked, we’ll cover the cost. As such, you can have complete peace of mind you will have the perfect entertainment for you event. As with all musicians, the closer they are to your chosen venue, the lower the fees will be thus we always advise to consider local bands first.

Do bands need insurance?

All professional function bands should have PLI, and your venue may need it. PLI, or third-party insurance, is short for Public Liability Insurance. PLI insures damage to another person or their property that occurs during your event, for as if a guest trips over the band's amplifier. It's easy to find and book bands with PLI on Encore, as all our bands with PLI will be marked with a badge on their profile.

Will the function band provide all their own equipment?

Yes—most function bands will be fully equipped with their own PA system, music gear, and usually even lighting! Many will also provide a sound assistant, as well as a DJ service. A DJ service will keep the music going while the band take short breaks, but is also perfect add-on if you and your guests want to boogie into the far-reaches of the night!

What kind of performance should I expect from a function band?

Good question! There are essentially three types of function band performances: headline, background, and roaming. Headline bands are the most common; perfect for filling the dancefloor and getting the crowd moving. Background function bands are usually jazz bands—they can provide a great ambience for whatever event you might have in mind. Roaming bands are great for outdoor weddings or events where you want the band to get around to all the guests and provide a bit of audience interaction. Roaming bands are only possible as an acoustic act, so they come cord-free!

Hiring a Function Band in Wandsworth

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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 Function Band in Wandsworth?

The typical price per group member for Function Bands is:
£Budget£220
££Pro£330
£££High-end£400+

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Recent reviews of our Function Bands in Wandsworth

“It was a pleasure to have Victoria & The Foxes play out our corporate event in October. They were flexible when it came to our requirements, incredibly helpful and professional, not to mention talented, and were the perfect way to end the evening. Thank you! ”

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Anneliese hired Victoria & The Foxes for a Corporate event (available in Wandsworth)

“It was a pure delight from start to finish! Victoria is so lovely and very easy to communicate with. Everything ran very smoothly but the main take away was how utterly brilliant Victoria and the Foxes were! We had a small party, but everyone was on the dance floor and kept on dancing til the very last song. Great selection, such a joy to see them all perform and all our guests were absolutely thrilled and only had wonderful things to say. Can't wait to book them again!”

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Marie hired Victoria & The Foxes for a Private event (available in Wandsworth)

“They were excellent. I loved them and would book them again in an instant.”

1 September 2018
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Robert hired The Ozones for a Private event (available in Wandsworth)

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