contact enquiry list

Wedding bands in North East

All of the top North East wedding bands are available here from Function Central. Our talent experts have picked out only the very best for you to hire.

Excellent

5 stars

820 reviews on

Trustpilot

To check availability, please add your event date to the menu above.

Play 'video'
from£900

The Echoes

  • Newcastle
  • 3
  • (29)

Great value party and wedding band in the North East who've supported The Klaxons and Turin Brakes and bagged the coveted XFM unsigned band award. Large rock and pop song list spanning seven decades of covers! DJ service available.

Play 'video'
from£1,350

Flare DJ Band

  • Durham
  • 2
  • (26)

The ultimate celebration energy - a vibrant, youthful duo bringing together years of experience entertaining at weddings, parties, festivals, and various functions with their dynamic performances.

Play 'video'
from£960

Skylight

  • Sheffield
  • 3
  • (84)

Powerful party and wedding band, ready to get your party rocking! The band have a diverse songlist which will surprise, delight and keep your guests dancing and singing along.

Play 'video'
from£1,045

Revolution

  • Newcastle
  • 3
  • (23)

Fun, energetic 3-piece band providing top tunes to top people at weddings, functions and parties throughout the North East.

Play 'video'
from£1,750

Manhattan

  • Leeds
  • 5-10
  • (77)

Dynamic Motown, pop and soul band with stunning female and male lead vocals, impressive industry credentials and a playlist of soulful floor-fillers by artists such as Marvin Gaye, Justin Timberlake and Rihanna.

Play 'video'
from£1,495

The Graduates

  • Durham
  • 4
  • (15)

Impressive male-fronted rock and pop wedding covers band from the North East. Book the band with female vocalist, brass section, DJ service or acoustic afternoon sets.

Play 'video'
from£1,180

Agent Smith

  • Manchester
  • 4-6
  • (251)

Exceptional party and wedding band playing everything from vintage 1950s rock’n’roll to cutting edge pop, indie and R&B. High profile clients include BT, Mini Cooper and Microsoft.

Play 'video'
from£1,995

Downtown Underground

  • Manchester
  • 6-7
  • (115)

World-class pop, funk and soul function band, refreshing and recreating the classic soul sounds of the 60s, 70s and 80s, alongside soul-infused contemporary pop and R&B.

Play 'video'
from£1,130

The Vendettas

  • Liverpool
  • 4-5
  • (65)

Exciting female-fronted wedding band playing the biggest party hits, from modern pop, 80s and 90s, disco/funk to rock, Motown and soul. The band have performed at Glastonbury and Edinburgh festival.

Play 'video'
from£1,120

The Different Lights

  • Liverpool
  • 4
  • (102)

Outstanding wedding band playing chart, indie, rock anthems and Britpop and featuring guitars, keyboards and vocal harmonies for a big, versatile sound!

Play 'video'
from£880

The Aviators

  • Manchester
  • 3-4
  • (25)

With a repertoire spanning six decades, this dynamic party band sings everything from Fleetwood Mac to Daft Punk, promising a hassle-free, all-inclusive celebration with top-notch PA and lighting.

Play 'video'
from£995

The Alternatives

  • Leeds
  • 4
  • (47)

Guitar-led wedding and party band playing infectious renditions of all your favourite party hits, The Alternatives will have you singing along until closing time!

Play 'video'
from£1,325

Century

  • Manchester
  • 4-5
  • (55)

With joint female and male lead vocals and a backing band of unrivalled funkmeisters, Century put on a fun, rip-roaring show that your guests will never forget.

Play 'video'
from£1,160

Mastersound

  • Birmingham
  • 4-7
  • (74)

Danceable, piano-led pop and soul from the West Midlands, with both female and male lead vocals and a song list of danceable rock, soul and pop anthems from Chuck Berry to Adele.

Play 'video'
from£995

Hudson

  • Liverpool
  • 3
  • (157)

One of our leading wedding bands in the North West, Hudson are a powerful trio playing everything from uptempo 50s rock'n'roll to last week's number 1.

Play 'video'
from£1,270

The Sonics

  • Liverpool
  • 4
  • (67)

Phenomenally popular party & wedding band in the North West, featuring outstanding male vocals, guitar synth and a large set list of danceable rock, soul, reggae and pop music, from The Beatles to The Weeknd.

Play 'video'
from£1,150

Gallery

  • Liverpool
  • 4
  • (49)

Fresh-faced, high-energy 4-piece band featuring both male and female vocals and playing all of the nation's favourite dance floor fillers – from The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac and Blondie to George Michael, Dua Lipa, and The Arctic Monkeys.

Play 'video'
from£1,230

Night by Night

  • Liverpool
  • 4-6
  • (5)

Energetic and versatile, this 4-piece wedding and party band guarantees an unforgettable experience with a dynamic blend of old classics and current hits.

Play 'video'
from£1,720

Dr Funtimes

  • Leeds
  • 6
  • (42)

Dr Funtimes mix the perfect amount of on-stage silliness with the highest levels of talent and professionalism! Expect party anthems from artists as diverse Michael Jackson, The Proclaimers, Kool & The Gang and The Weekend.

Play 'video'
from£1,150

Superted

  • Liverpool
  • 3-4
  • (30)

Experienced all-male wedding function band who have toured with Deacon Blue and The Sugababes. Expect danceable classics by artists such as Queen and The Killers! DJ service available.


The easy way to hire wedding bands in the North East

  • Handpicked wedding bands in the North East for hire
  • Expert advice on booking wedding music in the West Midlands
  • Low fees and fast customer service
  • Comprehensive band contracts for your peace of mind
  • 24/7 emergency support and live music guarantee

Guide to booking wedding & function bands in the North East

What styles of music do your North East wedding bands play?

Our wedding bands in the North East are generally booked for after-dinner dancing.

They play chart hits from throughout the decades, generally covering a blend of pop, rock and soul.

All of the band line-ups consist of a lead vocalist backed by live musicians, varying from compact 3-pieces to large-scale 8-piece bands and everything in between.

Remember to see our act profiles to get a sense of their particular style. Choose a band with synthesisers and keyboards for cheesy 80s classics, or a band with guitars if rock and indie anthems are more your thing.

If you’re looking for soul, funk and Motown – keep an eye out for our bands with brass sections.

Do all your wedding bands bring their own sound and lighting equipment?

All our bands are fully self-contained with their own PA sound system, microphones, backline amplifiers and instruments. This works really well for most marquee or indoor weddings.

Let us know if you're expecting more than 250 guests, so we can check whether the act’s system is large enough.

Most bands will also bring lighting for both the stage and dancefloor.

Check the act's individual profile for more details and optional add-ons to enhance the show!

Can your wedding bands learn a special song for our first dance?

Most bands will be happy to learn and perform your first dance request – provided they think they can arrange it for their line-up and do it justice!

Check the act’s profile to see what they can offer and if they can’t do it live, they could just play it through their PA system using Spotify or an mp3 player.

Can you also provide North East wedding musicians for our ceremony or drinks reception?

This section is dedicated to evening wedding entertainment, but we also have a fine selection of North East wedding musicians suitable for your daytime proceedings such as the ceremony, drinks reception or photographs.

Consider a string quartet or acoustic guitarist to set the perfect mood before the evening’s party.

Where in the North East do your wedding bands perform?

All the way along the River Tyne and beyond, we have bands spanning the stunning industrial and rural north east towns and villages.

Our acts cover Newcastle, Durham, and Northumberland as well as Darlington, Hartlepool, Stockton-on-Tees Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Gateshead, South Shields Blyth and Cramlington. Browse our bands to find something perfect for your big day.

Whether you're planning a celebration at The Grand Hotel, Gosforth Park, The Vermont Hotel, Village Hotel Club or As You Like It, we've got the range of acts and styles you need to set off a night to remember.

Can you provide other genres of function bands in the North East, such as ceilidh, steel pan or jazz bands?

We also have a fine choice of North East function bands across a range of genres.

A jazz swing band is ideal if you’re looking to give your reception a classy edge. They are generally smaller-scale and easier to set-up than a party band – a perfect solution if you’re worried about accommodating your band in a smaller venue.

If you’re looking for something alternative, have a look at our ceilidh bands, brass bands and alternate options.

How can we save money on our wedding band?

Function Central is the go-to agency for wedding music in the region.

By booking locally, you can save on travel costs and minimise hassle for yourself and the musicians.


The best live wedding music bands in the North East and UK wide

Function Central are a leading North East wedding music booking agency, with outstanding acts, unbeatable prices, secure contracts and 5 star rated customer service. Our bands, DJs and entertainers are available for events throughout the UK and internationally.

Find a live band near you using the menu below.

Back to top