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Soul & Motown Bands for hire in Scotland

Hire a Soul & Motown band for your wedding, party, or event. Playing everything from 70s classics from Aretha Franklin and James Brown, to the music of soul-inspired pop giants Bruno Mars and Pharrell Williams, these bands are guaranteed to bring the infectious music of the famous Motown label to your party. Whether you’re looking for a small covers duo, or a full 12-piece funk band, choose from 12 of the best soul bands here.

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Hire The McCommitments  Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£1062.50 - £2750
Soul & Motown bandGlasgow

An electrifying tribute to the music of The Commitments… and beyond.

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Hire The Divas Soul Band Soul & Motown band with Encore
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Soul & Motown bandGlasgow

Classic Motown and Soul from a first class, highly experienced live band. Fronted by the powerful soul vocals of Claire.

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Hire The Divas Soul Band Soul & Motown band with Encore
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Soul & Motown bandStrathaven

Scotland's Top Motown and Soul Covers Band - Top class musicians playing all the best Soul music from across the decades.

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Hire Marianne McGregor duo / trio / full band Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£437.50 - £875
Soul & Motown bandGlasgow

'Best Vocalist' - Scottish Jazz Awards 2021 & 2023 - with superb accompanist / trio or full band.

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Hire The Brass Rats Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£1250 - £3125
Soul & Motown bandEdinburgh

A brass band with a twist, consisting of 5 brass players and a drummer. Suitable for private events, weddings, birthdays and Oktoberfest!

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Hire Mira K Duo Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£875 - £2000
Soul & Motown bandGlasgow

Rock, soul & country roots ✨ 🎙️ Crafted live music for weddings & events

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Hire Seton Shoals  Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£1000 - £2500
Soul & Motown bandLongniddry

Timeless grooves, soaring vocals, and a dancefloor‑ready sound that keeps every crowd moving. Funky soul and disco for a night to remember!

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Hire Tessera Quartet Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£750 - £2000
Soul & Motown bandGlasgow

Four Voices, One Story

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Hire Foxstep Soul & Motown band with Encore
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Soul & Motown bandGlasgow

A new band with old soul, Foxstep brings together some of Scotland's finest musicians, performing Jazz, Swing, Rhythm & Blues, and Motown.

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Hire The Keepers Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£1000 - £1250
Soul & Motown bandGlasgow

The Keepers are a professional wedding band playing across Glasgow, Central Scotland and beyond. Fun/Dancing/Top Entertainment Guaranteed!

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Hire Better Days Coming Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£750 - £1750
Soul & Motown bandAlloa

Welcome to Better Days Coming. Scotland's #1 go-to band for your special occasion.

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Hire Likewise Soul & Motown band with Encore
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£375 - £3125
Soul & Motown bandEdinburgh

Edinburgh's freshest funk collective. 5-piece grooves straight from the heart. We breathe new life into old soul. Music to make you move.

Latest reviews of our Soul & Motown Bands in Scotland

Funk With Us
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"We couldn’t have been happier with our wedding band. From the moment they set up, everything looked incredibly professional and polished. The lighting and overall setup looked fantastic and really added to the atmosphere. The booking process and organisation were seamless from start to finish, making everything incredibly easy and stress-free. The musicians themselves were exceptional. The vocals were amazing, the talent across the whole band was brilliant, and they were fantastic at reading the room and knowing exactly what to play and when. The roaming microphone and saxophone were such a great touch and went down incredibly well with our guests. Most importantly, they absolutely nailed the atmosphere. The dance floor was never empty once, everyone was up dancing from the moment they started until the end of the night. We had so many guests comment afterwards on how brilliant the band were. We honestly couldn’t recommend them highly enough. They were incredibly talented, professional and such a huge part of what made our wedding reception so much fun."

Harriet hired Funk With Us for a Wedding (available in Scotland)

Verified Review, 12 September 2026
Soul Funk Secret
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"Soul Funk Secret played at our wedding and they were absolutely fantastic! They had everyone up dancing and it was such a great atmosphere. All my friends and family were complimenting the band - we really couldn’t have asked for better. Thank you!"

Amy hired Soul Funk Secret for a Wedding (available in Scotland)

Verified Review, 12 September 2026
The Mirrors
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"The Mirrors were brilliant at our wedding. They are very talented and brought exactly the right vibe. We had lots of compliments from guests. Great communication and professionalism in the run up to the day also. Thank you! "

Nicholas hired The Mirrors for a Wedding (available in Scotland)

Verified Review, 29 August 2026

FAQs about hiring Soul & Motown bands in Scotland

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Can any soul & motown band play my favourite song?

Professional soul & motown bands will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that soul & motown bands may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the soul & motown band's song list on their Encore profile.

How much time do soul & motown bands take to set up?

Your soul & motown band will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the soul & motown band prior to their arrival.

My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?

PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our soul & motown bands are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our soul & motown bands will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.

Hiring a Soul & Motown Band in Scotland

Useful information

Soul & Motown bands in Scotland typically play Pop, Rock, Soul, and most respond to enquiries within 2 hours. Demand peaks in July, August, September, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.

How much does it cost to hire a Soul & Motown Band in Scotland?

Prices for Soul & Motown bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Soul & Motown bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Soul & Motown bands from £400 per performer upwards.

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Last updated: 19 September 2026