Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
The very best rock, pop and soul wedding bands in Surrey, drawn from the ranks of local contemporary music schools such as ACM in Guildford.
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Youthful, charismatic new 4-piece, channelling rock, dance, hip-hop and soul influences. This band get phenomenal reviews and are legends at filling dancefloors. Highly recommended!
Amp up your party with Rockit: a sensational party band with a huge catalogue of rock, indie and pop floor-fillers from Chuck Berry and The Beatles to Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran.
Fun and totally unique wedding and party band and Winner of the TWIA South East Regional Wedding Band Award. Featuring male and female vocals and playing retro swing, vintage jive and rock'n'roll through to 80s funk, 90s R&B and quirky takes on modern chart.
Turbo-charged Locomove earn top reviews on Function Central, and excel at reading the dancefloor—like a live DJ, but with even more energy! Whether you're into modern or retro rock and pop, the band play all the bangers you and your guests actually want to hear.
Mojo Brass are a funky, punchy brass powerhouse made up of the UK's best up-and-coming sax players, trumpeters and drummer. Their track list blends rarer grooves with mainstream crowd-pleasers.
Party down with Party Up, the slickest soul, funk and R&B band in the South East! Featuring sax and up to three stunning vocalists, the band count Sky, Cadburys and Emma Thompson among their regular clients.
Sensational all-male rock and pop trio who never fail to get their audiences jumping and singing along to the biggest tunes of the last 60 years. Elvis, The Stones, Bowie, Oasis: they’re all there!
Infectiously energetic and spirited pop, soul and Motown band featuring sax and two extraordinary vocal talents – guaranteed to get your guests dancing. Chose between male or female vocals or both.
Live DJ band featuring soulful female vocals and soaring sax solos, and playing all your favourite tunes from 80s anthems through to this year's bangers.
Danceable, piano-led pop and soul band 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.
Max out on soul and sophistication with Soul Club, a high energy show band comprising musicians who have toured with Stormzy and Dua Lipa. Expect stunning vocals and unparalleled musicianship.
Supereight combine outrageously talented vocalists, session-standard instrumentalists, a punchy brass section, and a dancefloor-friendly song list of soul, garage, funk and hip-hop.
Think style, glitz and confidence - and every special request met - Seren have the thing that makes dance floors jump and feet frantically tap (even the feet of the tough-to-impress guests)
Electrifying and glamorous, this dynamic group delivers decades of club classics—90s House, Disco, Drum & Bass, and EDM—infused with the wild energy of 1970s nightlife.
Fun, high energy party and wedding band with a frontman skilled at working a crowd and around eight hours' worth of danceable party anthems from all eras at their disposal.
Knock-out party band featuring members who have recorded and performed at Abbey Road and Glastonbury and playing some of the biggest soul and pop floor-fillers of all time.
High-octane 4-piece wedding and party band playing classic and modern anthems with a rock edge, to pack your dancefloor.
High-energy corporate and wedding band, playing crowd-rousing pop, rock, dance, funk and soul music from the 1960s to the present day. Client list includes Audi and Nintendo.
Expect outstanding musicianship from players at the very top of their game, performing the best of old skool and newest anthems from R&B, club classics, garage, pop, soul and motown. Highly recommended for all types of event!
This smooth sax & DJ duo are masters at igniting dance floors, with a diverse music collection spanning funky '70s vibes, '80s chart-toppers, '90s hip-hop anthems, and the latest hits.
Since 2008 we've provided bands and musicians for thousands of wedding receptions throughout Surrey, from Weybridge to Woking.
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Surrey wedding bands typically perform a wide variety of popular live music, including rock, pop, soul, Motown and current chart hits to suit all ages and musical tastes.
They range in size from 3-piece guitar-based line-ups through to 10-piece show-bands with backing vocals, brass and percussion.
If you'd prefer an act dedicated to one genre or theme, we don't want to take that away from you – browse the menus at the top of this page.
Most Surrey wedding bands can learn and perform your requested first dance song with advance notice and preparation.
Depending on the complexity of the track, they may need to schedule additional rehearsal time and make a small charge to cover this. Alternatively, they’d be more than happy to play the first dance from an mp3 or Spotify through their own PA system.
Surrey live wedding bands cover a wide variety of music styles, from traditional swing and barn‑dance bands to festival‑style acts, brass ensembles and genre‑focused performers.
We also have festival style bands and bands in the style of Postmodern Jukebox. Or hire a raucous brass and drums bands as a refreshing alternative to the classic guitar-based function band. They turn out big brassy versions of well-known classics.
Yes, all Surrey bands are insured and have PAT-tested equipment.
Most Surrey wedding bands perform for around two hours of live music, typically split into two 60‑minute sets with a break in between.
So, assuming a venue closing time of between 11pm and midnight, we'd recommend a start time between 8.30 - 9.30pm.
Please note that if the band or their DJ services are required after midnight, late fees can apply.
Most Surrey wedding bands will need to arrive early and complete a soundcheck before performing, typically requiring around 60–90 minutes to set up and test their equipment.
It's generally best if the performance space is free of guests at this point, but if this isn’t possible, most bands can arrange a ‘noiseless’ line-check to keep the volume down.
Most Surrey wedding bands come fully equipped with their own professional sound and lighting systems, so you won’t need to provide any PA gear for live music at your reception.
It is worth getting in touch if you are expecting more than 200 guests, as extra equipment could be necessary.
For the performance itself you will need to provide the band with a flat and sheltered stage area measuring at least 3x3 meters for a 3-piece band – add an extra meter per band member as applicable.
The band will also require a power source for their equipment and a raised stage is preferable.
On the wedding day, Surrey wedding bands typically expect a hot meal and drinks for their musicians, along with a safe performance area and access to power for their equipment.
Travelling, setting up and performing constitutes a long working day, so our bands ask for food and drink to be provided at the event. This could be served after they've set up and before the start of the performance.
Other than that, they'll just need a flat, safe performance area with access to standard domestic power sockets.
Check out these other popular questions for your wedding band.
If a band member becomes unavailable before your wedding, your Surrey wedding band will arrange a fully-rehearsed substitute musician, so your event goes ahead without compromise.
In the unlikely case the entire band is unable to perform, we’ll work hard to find a replacement band (in a similar genre and price range) from our network of Surrey, London and surrounding area wedding bands, musicians and DJs.
During performance breaks, Surrey wedding bands keep the music going by playing recorded songs or playlists through their PA system so the party atmosphere continues while the band takes a short rest.
Some bands can also provide proper DJ sets before or after their performance – check their profile for more details.
Many Surrey wedding bands are happy to perform outdoors at your venue, provided there’s suitable shelter to protect them and their equipment and access to a reliable power supply.
Give us a call if you’re unsure if your venue will fit the bill and we’ll be more than happy to advise.
If your wedding venue in Surrey has a sound limiter, the first step is to find out the exact decibel (dB) threshold so you can choose a live band that can perform within those noise limits.
If it's set to a threshold below 95 decibels, let us know immediately, as some bands will struggle to keep within this range. Some bands will be able to substitute live drums for electronic drums, which will bring down the overall level of the band.
If the sound limiter threshold is in the range of 80-85dB, this may limit your choice of bands to duos or acoustic set-ups. Let us know if this is the case and we can help find the best option for you.
Our Surrey wedding bands have performed at many of the county’s most popular wedding venues and locations, from historic manor houses and grand estates to charming countryside barns and village halls across Surrey.
Some of our bands' favourite venues for a reception party are: Froyle Park, Glenmore House, Gildings Barns, Botleys Mansion, Nutfield Priory Hotel, Pembroke Lodge, Painshill Park, Northbrook Park, Nonsuch Mansion and Great Fosters.
Our acts have performed in all major centres throughout the county, including: Woking, Guildford, Walton-on-Thames, Ewell, Esher, Camberley, Redhill, Leatherhead, Epsom, Weybridge, Ashford, Egham, Staines, Farnham, Horley, Godalming, Reigate, Caterham, Frimley, Cobham and Dorking.
To save money when hiring a wedding band, choose a local band based in or near Surrey to reduce travel and accommodation costs and keep your entertainment budget under control.
Before you book more musicians for afternoon background music, check whether members of your evening act can provide this – it'll save you additional costs, such as travel.
Consider a midweek or winter celebration – prices are usually more competitive!
Of course! If you need a little help deciding which of our Surrey wedding bands is for you give us a call on 0333 242 0560 or send us a message. We’ll discuss which parts of your day require music and your preferences.
You don’t always need to hire a separate DJ when you book a Surrey wedding band, because many bands can play recorded music between and after their live sets to keep the party going. This music can be provided by the band, or you can give them a playlist of your own.
Some bands are able to provide their own DJ service for before and/or after the performance but check out their individual profiles to find out more.
There are some circumstances where it might be worth hiring a DJ as well as the band:
Function Central is a leading wedding music booking agency in Surrey and throughout the UK, with over 1500 wedding bookings a year. We also provide acts for international events. Our outstanding roster of vetted and road-tested bands is coupled with 5 star rated customer service and 24/7 booking support.
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