Live Wedding Bands in East Sussex
Hand-picked live wedding bands and function bands in East Sussex and the surrounding area, to suit your ears and your pocket!
We have been working with the best function bands and wedding bands in East Sussex for years, and can help you hire exactly the right live band for your budget and taste. All our live bands in Sussex are made up of reliable professionals who love entertaining, and will help put the finishing touches to a magical event. We only use the very best musicians, and many of our Sussex bands have been recommended to us personally.
Function Central’s live cover bands and wedding bands in East Sussex have played to delighted crowds in Brighton, Eastbourne, Hove, Lewes, Hastings & Rye. We supply live music for events in Sussex from intimate dinner parties and wedding ceremonies to student balls and New Year’s Eve parties. We have provided wedding bands and function bands for the most popular venues in East Sussex, including Buxted Park, Birling Manor, Stanmer House, Langham Hotel, Wadhurst Castle, The Grand Hotel Eastbourne and Brighton Racecourse.
Our East Sussex bands can cover every conceivable genre, from ever-popular rock and pop bands playing 60s to 00s classics to exotic salsa and steel pan bands. We can supply anything from ceilidh bands for wedding receptions to covers bands for charity events, and we’re constantly adding new Sussex wedding bands and function bands to our website. Since East Sussex is only a short hop from London, hiring a London function band is also an option you may want to consider.
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Enquire about The In-Laws
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Super-talented all-male London 4-piece and 'ones to watch' for the future: their sensational live performances have already attracted the attention of EMI. Available with in-house DJ. |
Enquire about Plan B
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A world-class, all-male 5-8 piece band including sax, playing rock, pop & soul from the Beatles to Amy Winehouse. Plan B's previous clients include the BBC & the Beckhams! |
Enquire about The Fandangos
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Female-fronted 4-piece playing a wide range of 60s-00s floor-fillers – awesomely talented and amazing value for money. DJ service and acoustic sets available. |
Enquire about Rockit
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Energetic and powerful male-fronted trio playing rock and pop classics and modern dance floor fillers, whose sole commitment is to make your night one to remember! |
Enquire about A Girl Called Sue
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Fantastic all-round female-fronted party/wedding band from Surrey. Available as a 4-piece through to 7-piece with full brass section. Optional dinner jazz sets and/or DJ service. |
Enquire about Penfold
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Young, talented and super-professional male-fronted 4-piece pop/rock band, suitable for all events from classy weddings to corporate awards dinners. Brass section & acoustic sets available. |
Enquire about The Paramounts
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Charismatic and tasteful all-male 4-piece, with pitch-perfect vocals and a catalogue of danceable hits from the Beatles and James Brown to Adele and Bruno Mars. DJ service available. |
Enquire about Rosie & The Rhythms
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Exceptionally talented and lively 5-piece female fronted soul covers band from Surrey playing the best of classic and contemporary soul and pop from Stevie Wonder to Amy Winehouse. |
Enquire about Living for The City
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Fantastic female-fronted London band playing a floor-filling selection of classic Motown, disco and a generous dollop of recent rock and pop! Brass section available. |
Enquire about All Night Long
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Female-fronted 6-piece from London with quite possibly the largest repertoire of any function band in the UK! Optional Jazz sets & DJ service. |
Enquire about Radio Nation
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Quite simply the very best pro function band money can buy, Radio Nation feature some of the UK's most in-demand musicians, including a MOBO winner and international number 1 chart-topper on vocals. |
Enquire about Jukebox Fury
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Sprightly 4-5 piece capturing the definitive sound of pop and rock through the decades and led by an energetic front-man who can crack the toughest crowd! |
Enquire about Baron Samedi
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An all-star fun, zesty quartet with both female and male lead vocals playing popular rock and pop covers with a unique twist (think hot club / latin / swing). Perfect as either background music or floor-filling fun. |
Enquire about Brickhouse
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Fresh and funky 4-7 piece Berkshire band with a repertoire combining the best of classic funk, soul and disco from the 60’s 70’s and 80’s with some modern hits thrown in to boot. |
Enquire about Soul Purpose
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Energetic, experienced and professional 8 piece London band covering a seamless mix of smooth soul, funk, acid jazz, disco and banging dance tunes. |
Enquire about Kato
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This male-fronted London 4-piece are the icing on any wedding cake – whether you want sugary sixties hits or spicy funk and soul! |
Enquire about The Merry-Makers Steel Band (Acoustic)
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Acoustic Caribbean steel pan band available as a duo or trio. Ideal for cool background music at wedding receptions, garden parties, ceremonies and other events. |
Enquire about Happy Daze
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Hugely popular and fantastic value all-male 3-piece specializing in feel-good wedding & party classics. One of our most recommended acts! |
Enquire about The Files
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Versatile London based 4-pce wedding and party band formed of first rate musicians, covering a varied mix of classics from the 60s to present. |
Enquire about Soul Train
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Led by a charismatic frontman who will scoop your audience up in the palm of his hand, charm them with his wit and melt them with his voice, Soul Train recreate the glory days of soul with a first class band comprising London's top soul musicians. |
Enquire about Funkadelic
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Exceptional 4-piece funk & soul band performing a wide repertoire of cool (never cheesy) pop, rock, funk & soul music from the 70’s to present day, with every song designed to keep your guests on the dance-floor all night long. |
Enquire about The Cool Cats
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Professional and stylish London jazz band (4-6 piece) playing cool and unobtrusive ballads for your reception, right through to swinging jazz standards and toe-tapping funky grooves for dancing in the evening. |
Enquire about The Shamrock Ceilidh Band
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This outstanding traditional ceilidh band are excellent value for money. Available with or without a 'caller', well versed in Scottish and Irish dances and American country music to boot. |
Enquire about Electric Red
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From Ford Motor Cars to Roman Abramovich's birthday party, this stylish London 5-piece have taken their show all over the world. Brass section and afternoon background music available. |
Enquire about Dakota
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Dakota are the leading UK & international rock wedding band and corporate band from Kent consisting of four top session musicians. They are one of the most talented bands around with one of the most varied set lists in the business. |
Enquire about The Scarlets
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With thousands of hours' performing experience under their belts, the Scarlets are a rocking 4-piece band with both female and male lead vocals, playing classic soul, funk, pop, dance and rock hits from the sixties to the present day. |
Enquire about Family Affair
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Featuring up to four vocal harmonies and a 3-piece horn section, Family Affair is a London-based band capturing the true spirit of old school funk and soul legends. |
Enquire about The Buskers
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Small but perfectly formed, this dynamic duo with male vocals is an ideal choice if you’re looking for a big sound on a small budget! |
Enquire about The Rendezvous
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New London-based 4-piece function band with female vocals, playing the hits of the past five decades with flawless musicianship, passionate performances and professionalism. |
Enquire about Trio Luna
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Latin and salsa duo or trio, providing festive and tropical music for weddings, parties, functions and festivals. |
Enquire about The Shakers
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Outstanding female-fronted 4-piece London function band playing a danceable mixture of blues, soul, indie, funk, reggae and rock 'n' roll through the decades. Excellent value. |
Enquire about The Waggin’ Tails
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Dynamic, young London based Bluegrass band with a repertoire drawing on the classic bluegrass recordings of the likes of Flatt and, Bill Monroe, Del McCoury and Reno and Smiley. |
Enquire about The Slick City Jazz Stompers
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The Slick City Jazz Stompers play trad jazz in the traditional New Orleans style, perfect for foreground or background music to help create an informal and relaxed atmosphere. |
Enquire about The Merry-Makers Steel Band (Electric)
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Electric steel pan party band (quartet or quintet) playing danceable Caribbean music with the exciting sound of steel pans at its core - sure to surprise and delight! Perfect for parties, weddings and evening events and available to hire with male or female limbo dancer. |
Enquire about Wingfield
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Hip West Sussex function band Wingfield dish up a modern indie repertoire, including U2, Snow Patrol, The Killers and Razorlight, with a side serving of male-led vocal harmonies. |
Enquire about Barrio Latino
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Authentic Latin band with a repertoire encompassing well-known Spanish, Bolero, Rumba and Cuban classics from the Gipsy Kings to the Buenavista Social Club. |
Enquire about Electric Planet
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The hottest young rock, pop and soul band in London! 5-piece female-fronted band of talented professionals. |
Enquire about The Decades
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Flexible 5-11 piece all-singing all-dancing wedding party band from Brighton: female & male lead vocals, unrivalled musicianship and high-energy performances. Brass section available. |
Enquire about (50s) The Maltshakers
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Dressed in snappy suits and circular skirts, this young, high-energy 50s tribute band leap effortlessly from authentic rock n'roll to mellow prom-style ballads. |
Enquire about Fevertree
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Strong male lead vocals and lively four part harmonies make for a fun and professional performance from this Surrey wedding covers & party band. |
Enquire about Spirit Of Django
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Captivating Gypsy Jazz trio with optional female vocals: a perfect mood enhancing addition to receptions and afternoon/early evening events. |
Enquire about Sugar Beat Band
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One of the slickest, sexiest, most entertaining bands on the circuit, delivering classic R'n'B and Rock'n'Roll of the 50s and 60s – the music of Etta James, Dinah Washington, Little Richard, Johnny Otis, Ray Charles et al - with a 21st century attitude. |
Enquire about Scotch & Soda
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Scotch & Soda provide a customized repertoire chosen from over 300 songs, from a Latin Cuban feel for the long summer nights, acoustic jazz for that welcoming lounge feel or upbeat funky jazz and blues. |
Enquire about The Blue Notes
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2-3 piece acoustic covers band from Surrey playing chilled out 60s-00s rock, soul and pop classics, from Stevie Wonder to NeYo. Duo also available. |
Enquire about The Slick City Swingers
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The Slick City Swingers are one of the best compact jazz bands in the UK making it the perfect musical choice for your event. |
Enquire about (60s) The Beatniks
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Super talented 3 or 4 piece 60s tribute, covering all the quintessential English bands from the era, such as the Kinks, the Small Faces, the Rolling Stones and the Beatles. |
Enquire about All Time All-Stars
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Whether it's a star-studded launch party for Richard Branson or a bash for a reigning monarch, the All Time All-Stars are UK's first-call party band, and without doubt one of the most impressive live acts on the planet. |
Enquire about Panama
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Compact, versatile and great value 2 - 4 piece Sussex party & wedding band playing everything from 60s Motown to the latest chart hits. Suitable for all events! |
Enquire about The Original Bandeoke
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Be a rock star... for an evening! Instead of singing to karaoke recorded tracks, your guests get to sing with the backing of a full live band. A thrilling experience and sure to be a winner with any audience. |
Enquire about Groove Club
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Using only the highest quality, studio-recorded backing tracks for drums, bass & keyboards and incorporating live guitars and vocals, London 'hi-tech' cover duo Groove Club provide the sound of a larger band, for a fraction of the price... |
Enquire about Acoustic Connection
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Stunning acoustic renditions of classic rock, pop & soul. Pitch-perfect vocal harmonies and some fantastic guitar work from this Essex-based acoustic cover duo. |
Enquire about The Jets
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Top tier 5-piece corporate band/premium band with male & female vocals and optional brass section who have played alongside artists such as Amy Winehouse, Prince and Eminem! |
Enquire about (80s) Classic 80s
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The most entertaining 80s tribute band on the planet! Relive all your favourite 80s classics from Madonna to Wham. Modern pop repertoire also available. |
Enquire about The Shakers Duo
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Fantastic London based acoustic guitar/vocal duo playing a mixture of blues, soul, funk, reggae and rock n roll covers from the 60s to the present day. |
Enquire about Legends of Swing
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Magnificent all round 5-piece show band with a fantastic repertoire of swing, Rat Pack, soul & classic pop numbers covering legendary performers such as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin and Michael Buble as well as Otis Redding Wilson Pickett and many more. |
Enquire about Hugh (guitar/vocals)
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London based acoustic guitar/vocalist with a wide range of rock, jazz, latin and soul classics; perfect for background music during receptions, dinners and ceremonies. |
Enquire about (80s & Modern) The New Sensations
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High-end, internationally acclaimed premium London band bringing the very best of 80’s pop peppered with 80’s inspired hits of today from Gary Newman to Lady Gaga, and available with dancers. |
Enquire about Five Guys Named Moe
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The Jumpingist Jivers in town - from their togged-out period clothes to their in between-song banter, Five Guys Named Moe play swingyjazzybluesyjivey music to fill any dancefloor! |
Enquire about Swing Easy
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London's finest young jazz musicians performing some of the best jazz music ever written, including songs by Cole Porter, Louis Prima, Stan Getz, Gershwin, Miles Davis and Diana Krall. Available as a 3-5 piece. |
Enquire about Swing City
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Swing City have the line-up and repertoire to get feet tapping and put smiles on faces. A unique blend of great songs and instrumentals from dinner jazz to Rat Pack/big band swing to funky pop, all delivered with style and enthusiasm! |
Enquire about Ridin’ High
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Award-winning London jazz band playing popular jazz standards for receptions, cocktails, dinners and more. |
Enquire about The Jive Aces
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The UK's top jive & swing act, the Jive Aces are renowned for their hot, swinging music and high-energy stage show. |
Enquire about (Rat Pack) Joe Smith
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Experienced wedding singer and Rat Pack tribute who recently starred in a top West End production. |
Enquire about (Rat Pack) The Rat Pack Experience
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The ultimate Rat Pack tribute show. Full to the brim with timeless songs, amusing anecdotes, classic comedy and charismatic performances, the Rat Pack Experience truly captures the essence of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. |
Enquire about The Grosvenor Trio
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Sophisticated all-female trio of flute, oboe and clarinet will add a touch of sparkle and elegance to complete your wedding, corporate function or other memorable event. |
Enquire about Take 4
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Top flight female-fronted quartet consisting of sax, double bass and guitar and performing songs from the Great American Songbook, including standards and show tunes |
Enquire about The Cable Street Band
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Lively gypsy, swing, klezmer, simcha & more from this versatile and dynamic band who have trained and played with some of the UK's finest performers. |
Enquire about Lipstar
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Female vocal playback duo from Berkshire, fantastically good value and will get your guests up and dancing for the fraction of the cost of a full band! |
Enquire about The Coisir Ceilidh Band
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First class ceilidh/barn dance band playing Irish, Scottish, English and Americana for listening and dancing. |
Enquire about Dan (guitar/vocals)
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Cortinas front-man plays a stylish acoustic set of mixed covers, from the Beatles to Amy Winehouse. Suitable for bars, clubs, wedding receptions, parties and corporate events, and low rates in London & the South East. |
Enquire about Little Black Dress
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A smoky-voiced singer of timeless jazz standards, bossa nova and more, Andrea (aka Little Black Dress) is a rising star on the UK jazz scene - available as a duo (voice & piano/guitar) through to a quintet. |
Enquire about Latin Twist
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Fronted by virtuoso latin and jazz musicians, Latin Twist is an ideal accompaniment for parties, dinners, wedding receptions and corporate functions. |
Enquire about The AJL Trio
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Since 2000, the AJL Trio have been supplying superb live jazz, modern jazz and latin jazz standards/classics for weddings, birthdays, corporate events. The band are also available as a duo, quartet, or quintet with female vocals. |
Enquire about Brazil Connection
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The irresistible rhythms and beautiful melodies of Brazilian music are brought to life by this sensational London quartet. Perfect as either background music during receptions or for dancing away the evening. |
Enquire about Oasis Steel Trio
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The Oasis Steel Trio comprises some of the finest steel pan players in the UK, and are as comfortable performing sophisticated ballads as they are the liveliest of traditional calypsos. Vocal option also available. |
Enquire about In The Mood
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Sensational 6-9 piece jazz & swing band performing a fantastic mix of Swing, Rat Pack, Soul and Motown music to give you a party to remember! |