Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Hire the very best live wedding bands in Kent. The county that gave us The Stones, Bowie and Kate Bush is a wellspring of musical talent.
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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.
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.
Stylish, globe-trotting function band featuring powerhouse vocalists and gigs for KPMG, Gucci and Jaguar alongside weddings in London and Dubai.
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!
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.
Unique party band and winners of the TWIA Wedding Awards (South East Bands category). Featuring male and female vocals and playing retro classics and rock'n'roll through to 80s funk, 90s R&B and quirky takes on modern chart.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Festival-hardened 4-piece playing unique, folksy covers of classic and contemporary party tunes. Enormous song list and a favourite at barn weddings!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
Kent wedding band costs vary depending on band size, style and performance length, but most couples pay between around £810 and £2,500+ for professional live wedding music in Kent.
In 2025 the median (typical) price paid for a 4-piece wedding band was £1375.
You should usually book your Kent wedding band well before your big day to secure your favourite live wedding entertainment, especially for popular dates. Most couples start enquiring 12–18 months before their wedding date, particularly for busy summer Saturdays and peak season weddings, when top Kent bands get booked up fast.
For low-season or weekday weddings, you can probably get away with booking six months in advance.
Yes, we can absolutely help you choose the best Kent wedding band for your special day. Choosing the right live wedding music in Kent can feel overwhelming with so many styles, sizes and performance options, but our team can guide you through available bands that match your taste, budget and wedding style
Drop us a line message or give us a call on 0333 242 0560 and we’ll go from there.
You can also read this handy guide on how to choose a wedding band
Kent wedding bands play a wide range of music styles to suit every taste and keep your guests entertained from the ceremony through to the dance floor. Most bands cover popular genres including pop, rock, soul, Motown, R&B and classic party hits that appeal across generations, with many also offering specialist sets like jazz, folk, acoustic or decade‑themed performances.
A typical wedding set-list will likely include a mixture of mainstream, up-tempo rock, pop, soul, Motown and R&B – music to appeal to all tastes and ages.
If pop music isn't your thing, fear not. Brass and drums bands are a popular alternative to the classic function band format. Barn and country-house weddings are huge in Kent, so festival-style folk bands and acoustic acts are particularly popular alongside classic rock/pop and Motown party bands.
For retro weddings, our decade-themed bands pay tribute to the 50s, 60s or 80s.
Most Kent wedding bands are happy to learn and perform your first dance song live on your wedding day if you give them enough notice and they have the instruments and vocals to 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 your first dance song through their PA system using Spotify or an mp3 player.
Yes, you can book professional Kent wedding musicians for your ceremony and drinks reception as well as your evening entertainment. While our headline wedding bands are usually booked for the evening party, we also offer a wide range of soloists, acoustic duos, jazz bands and instrumental acts in Kent that are perfect for ceremony music, background sets during the drinks reception or ambient music while guests mingle and take photos.
Kent wedding bands typically perform live music for around two hours on your wedding night, usually split into either two 60‑minute sets or three 40‑minute sets with a short break between each set. This is the most common format for evening live music at weddings in Kent and across the UK, giving you plenty of time for dancing and wedding entertainment before your celebration winds down.
Our standard booking contracts specify a finish time no later than midnight, though this can be extended for an extra charge, if preferred.
A typical Kent wedding band package includes everything you need for seamless live wedding entertainment — from setup and sound equipment to live performance and support throughout your event. After we receive your enquiry, we'll send you a quote, inclusive of VAT and covering the following services:
Yes, most Kent wedding bands arrive fully self-contained with their own professional sound and lighting equipment so they’re ready to perform at your venue without you needing to supply anything. This typically includes a PA sound system, microphones, amplifiers and basic stage/dancefloor lighting, meaning your live wedding entertainment in Kent is set up and sounded correctly by the band themselves.
Most bands will also bring lighting for both the stage and dancefloor.
The band's PA system should be loud enough for most marquee or indoor weddings, but let us know if you're expecting more than 250 guests, so we can check this.
Check the act's individual profile for more details and optional add-ons to enhance the show!
Yes, all of our Kent wedding bands are fully insured and have PAT-tested equipment.
Our Kent wedding bands will aim to arrive between 5pm and 6pm, and will need a setup and sound-check window of 60 to 90 minutes. At many Kent venues – especially barns and marquee weddings – the band will usually load in via service roads or side entrances, so it’s worth checking access with your venue before the day.
Since the band will need to make a bit of noise to test their sound levels, it's advisable to close off the room to guests during this time.
Although sound-checks are recommended, it's not always practical for weddings which take place in the same room. Let us know if you'd prefer a silent set-up (line-check only) instead, and we can arrange this.
Yes, many Kent wedding bands are happy to perform outdoors at your wedding, provided there’s suitable shelter and a reliable power supply for their equipment. Outdoor live wedding music is popular for summer ceremonies and receptions, but because British weather can be unpredictable and musicians’ instruments and gear need protection, most bands will ask for a gazebo, marquee or similar cover before confirming an outdoor performance.
Give us a call if you’re unsure if your venue will fit the bill and we’ll be more than happy to advise.
Yes, many Kent wedding bands can work with a venue’s sound limiter, but it helps to know the specifics early in your planning. A sound limiter measures volume in the room and can cut power or restrict a band’s live performance if the limit is set too low, so letting your band know the decibel level your venue requires allows them to adapt their setup and instruments accordingly.
Most Kent wedding bands are happy to take song requests and work with you to tailor their setlist for your wedding celebration. When you book, you can usually choose favourite songs from each band’s repertoire and let them know any tunes you’d prefer they don’t play, and they’ll do their best to include as many of your requests as fits the vibe and keeps your dance floor busy on the night.
While your Kent wedding band will do their best to play as many of your party song requests as possible, they may need to change things up according to audience response. The best bands work with their audience and gauge the mood on the night. Trust us (we’ve been doing this for a long time!), this is the best way to keep feet on the dance floor all night long.
No, you usually won’t need to hire a separate Kent DJ in addition to your wedding band, because most professional bands provide music between and after their live sets. Many wedding bands include a recorded music service through their PA system to keep the party atmosphere going during breaks and at the end of their live performance, meaning you can enjoy continuous music without booking a separate DJ.
You're welcome to hand the band a device containing a pre-prepared playlist of your favourite songs, if you prefer.
Many of our bands also offer their own DJ service, for a nominal charge. Usually this will be a laptop equipped with DJ software and manned by a band member all night.
If you're after more sophisticated lighting, or want to continue the wedding party beyond midnight, we recommend booking a separate DJ.
There are several ways to save money on a Kent wedding band without compromising on live music quality. Smart planning such as choosing a smaller band line-up, booking an off-peak date or midweek wedding, and hiring local musicians based in Kent, or nearby counties such as Surrey and East Sussex, keeps costs down.
Read up on our top ways to save money on your wedding band.
If a band member becomes unavailable before your wedding, the 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 Kent, Surrey, London and other local wedding bands, musicians and DJs.
Since 2008 we've provided bands and musicians for thousands of wedding receptions throughout Kent, from Dartford to Deal.
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