Function and Wedding Bands in Kent
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| Funk Federation - *Enhanced Listing* | Genre: Funk, Soul, R&B, Disco, Motown, Rare Groove |
 The Funk Federation is a 7 - 11 piece funk and soul band of the highest quality.
A blend of timeless funk, soul, R&B, acid jazz, rare groove and disco, performed by experienced, charismatic musicians of unrivalled ability, provides a musical journey fit for any occasion. The standard 7 piece line-up of male and female lead vocals, saxophone, keyboards, guitar, bass and drums is expandable anywhere up to an incredible 11 piece outfit featuring a full brass section, backing vocals and percussion. Fully self-sufficient, providing professional 2.5K JBL PA and full light show |
| Funk Federation Surrey |
Tel
No: 01483 852 958 or 07984 184 584 |
| The Talent - *Enhanced Listing* | Genre: Rock, Pop, Soul, Jazz, Funk, Function, Covers |
 'THE UKS' FAVOURITE PARTY BAND'
The Talent have an unrivalled sound and one of the liveliest & entertaining stage show around. These qualities, an ever increasing repertoire (500 songs and growing), over 1000 gigs in the last 5 years and four amazing lead vocalists make for a live music performance not to be missed. Along the way the members of The Talent have performed 'The Look Of Love` with `ABC`, `Let Me Entertain You` with `Robbie Williams`, `Flying Without Wings` with `Westlife` and (unashamedly) `Is This the Way to Amarillo` with `Tony Christie`. |
| The Talent Manningtree Essex |
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No: 0845 094 1162 |
| 24-7 - *Enhanced Listing* | Genre: Pop, Rock and Soul covers |
 Throwing a party or getting married? If so, book 24-7.
We play a fantastic repertoire of music, from 60s soul to the latest chart hits. Also included is background/disco music - plus a full light show. Why not come along to one of our informal weekday evening showcase rehearsals (2mins from J5 of the M25). There’s absolutely no obligation - just send us an email afterwards to let us know your decision. To meet the legal requirements of venues we have an up-to-date Portable Appliance Test (PAT) electrical safety certificate plus full Public Liability Insurance. |
| 24-7 Tonbridge Kent |
Tel
No: 01732 811439 |
| Smokin Jackets - *Enhanced Listing* | Genre: Wedding |
 Hi, we are the Smokin' Jackets, a well established 5 piece function/party band based in East Anglia.
We can provide almost three hours of live entertainment with a great lights show. Plus if required we can build into the package a full Disco featuring our very own DJ Dal! Which will keep everybody dancing in between the Band playing. This option is ideal if you are undecided between having a Live Band or a Disco, and gives you the best of both worlds! The band comprises of three piece harmony vocals, lead and rhythm guitar, keyboards, bass and drums/percussion. |
| Smokin Jackets Colchester Essex |
Tel
No: 0771 4699711 |
| A Sound Circus | Genre: Rock, Pop, Indie, Classic Rock, Blues |
 A Sound Circus are THE party band for all occasions with a diverse mix of raucous Rock and Pop tunes.
Covering everything from the 60`s right up to present day from artists such as Robert Palmer, REM, The Rolling Stones and The Killers to name a few. Having played for numerous high profile corporate clients and bespoke wedding events over the last two years, A Sound Circus are guaranteed to bring a fun and lively vibe to any occasion. A Sound Circus band members are all live performance veterans, having played numerous high profile venues throughout the country. |
| A Sound Circus Guildford Surrey |
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No: 01483 852 958 / 07984 184 584 |
| Alan Bannisters All Stars | Genre: Motown, Soul, Disco, Pop, Rock n Roll, Swing and Jazz. |
 The Alan Bannister All Stars really are the band for all occasions, be it a large corporate function, a once in a lifetime wedding or down to an intimate restaurant setting. Boasting some of the finest musicians from the South-East of England, the AB All Stars can be tailor-made to the style and size of band you require. From a five to an eight piece line up playing a variety of music to suit every taste, the AB All Stars will have every generation dancing the night away.
The AB All Stars can provide all your entertainment needs. Our packages can include a free Disco, lights & cabaret. |
| Alan Bannisters All Stars Rainham Kent |
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No: 01634 235116 |
| Arizona Calling | Genre: |
 With an impressive history of over 1000 live performances at some of the UK\'s most prestigious venues, including The Waldorf Hotel, Rockingham and Kimbolton Castle, Arizona Calling will ensure that whatever your musical taste or requirement we will deliver a first class performance at every event, every time. |
| Arizona Calling Wollaston Northamptonshire |
Tel
No: 07890 197812 |
| Bitter Sweet | Genre: Rock / Pop |
 5 piece rock & pop band, servicing wedding receptions, masonic functions & corporate events since 1995, with over 1000 performances. Guaranteed to get the party started!
We perform an energetic set of favourites from all eras, from Beatles to Queen to Rock n Roll to current chart hits. Fully PAT tested, and full liability cover. Very competitive rates - credit cards accepted. |
| Bitter Sweet Kent |
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| Cartoon Heroes | Genre: Function Band |
 Maidstone based Band playing music from 60s to the present day. Ideal for parties, receptions and functions. |
| Cartoon Heroes Maidstone Kent |
Tel
No: 07736463155 |
| Charlie Rinks band | Genre: Jazzy/Soul/Funk/Latin |
 `The Charlie Rinks Band` are the hottest new band to hit the London scene, bringing a fresh and vibrant new sound to Jazz/Funk, Latin and Soul, the band perform cover versions in their own unique arrangements from Jazz standards to modern day artistes such as Prince, George Michael and Beyonce.
Featuring 5 of London`s most talented, young Jazz musicians: Charlie Rinks on Vocals, Aaron Liddard (Amy Winehouse) on Sax, Alex Curtis on Keys, Jon Bishop on Guitar, Darren Williams on Drums and Rene Mayer on Bass, the band will bring you a sound you`ll find hard to forget! Available for wedding |
| Charlie Rinks band Guildford Surrey |
Tel
No: 01483 852 958 |
| Coast | Genre: Wedding / function band |
 Firmly established, COAST are a dynamic “covers” band playing great dance music to make any event a night to remember.
They’re fast becoming the band of choice for weddings across Sussex, Surrey and Kent as well as being in demand for private parties and corporate functions. Backed by a superb pa system and a professional lighting rig, COAST play music everyone will enjoy. From Queen to Michael Buble, Stevie Wonder to Bon Jovi, Simply Red to the Stereophonics: the music can span the ages but the emphasis is always on fun and great music to dance to. Goto their website for more details. |
| Coast Wallington Surrey |
Tel
No: 07985937507 |
| EKI | Genre: Soul-funk |
 EK1 are based in East Kent, but perform all over the UK and sometimes abroad. The band play a highly polished selection of the best in soul and funk music.
The band have played many public festival stages over the years, including slots on the same bill as Squeeze, Aswad and Boy George with audiences of up to 20,000 people. Last year they played at the Quex Festival before Hullabaloo and Ben Mills, The expected Blues Brothers / Commitments punter-pleasing soul-type stuff is securely under the band`s belts. However, a lot of EK1`s repertoire is made up of `backwater` soul and funk numbers |
| EKI Thanet/Deal Kent |
Tel
No: 07854 007418 |
| Essence // Duo | Genre: Pop, MOR, Chart, Standards |
 Top Small Wedding Band in the UK as listed in BRIDES Magazine.
Essence are a professional, talented live duo guaranteed to keep your guests dancing all night. With over 12 years experience and 100’s of references, they are proud to be recommended by many of the top venues in the UK. Ninas experience as backing vocalist for Dannii Minogue and Boyzone, coupled with Tims superb keyboard skills ensures they always bring the house down. Not only a great sounding live band (with great lights too) but they also provide a fantastic disco in-between their live sets at no extra cost. |
| Essence // Duo Maldon Essex |
Tel
No: 01621 744388 |
| F WORD | Genre: Funk Soul disco and Motown |
 THE F WORD (F for Funk) is a 6 piece funk and soul band comprising of a group of London’s most talented young musicians who generate an authentic funk and soul vibe whilst delivering their performance in an original and contemporary fashion.
The band recreate some of the greatest old school classics from legends such as Aretha Franklin, James Brown and Earth, Wind and Fire mixed with the modern day sound of R&B artistes such as Beyonce, Justin Timberlake and Gnarls Barkley. If you want an uptempo party atmosphere and an injection of funk into your event then The F Word are the band for you. |
| F WORD London/Guildford Surrey |
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No: 01483 852 958 or 07984 184 584 |
| FireFly! | Genre: pop rock covers function |
 YOUNG. VIBRANT. ENERGETIC.
And you thought that all function bands were the same. Think again... FireFly!s mission is to break the clichés surrounding function bands, delivering a relentless entertainment feast of non-stop live music; an eclectic journey from smooth soul and Motown to funkadelic disco, from classic rock to contemporary pop. All delivered with unremitting style and genuine enthusiasm. We love to play. We include a FREE full disco for when we are not playing, and we work with you to design a setlist that suits you and your event. We bring a full sound and lighting rig |
| FireFly! ORPINGTON Kent |
Tel
No: 01689 819772 |
| Functionality | Genre: Pop, Blues, Motown, Soul |
 13 piece party band playing a fun mix of pop, blues, Motown and soul classic covers, guaranteed to get guests up on their feet! Located on the Sussex/Surrey border Functionality offers a great package of entertainment tailored to your requirements at highly competitive rates. |
| Functionality Crawley West Sussex |
Tel
No: 07885 265764 |
| Groove Instinct | Genre: Funk/Soul/Disco/Pop/Rock |
 Showcase Night 9th May, please contact us for more details.
Groove instinct is a group of young and extremely talented professional musicians who can provide a fantastic range of musical entertainment for any event. Playing a mixture of uplifting chart music from the 60’s to present day, from artistes such as James Brown, Otis Reading, The Beatles, Van Morrison, The police, The Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Aretha Franklin and Beyonce. Groove Instinct can offer you a bespoke music service that will suit your every need. With their enormous repertoire there is something for everyone. |
| Groove Instinct Guildford Surrey |
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No: 01483 852 958 or 07984 184 584 |
| Grooveology | Genre: Soul, Funk, Pop, Disco and Motown |
 Grooveology are the one of the most proffesional bands on the current U.K cover scene specialising in delivering first class dancefloor anthems from the 70`s and 80`s.
Performing soul, funk, motown and disco hits, Grooveology are experts in getting the dancefloor packed at your event.Grooveology offer a variety of hits that are carefully tailored for an exciting evening`s entertainment. These sets include songs from the 60`s right up to the modern grooves of the new millennium with all the classics in between. The band offer the standard 2 x 1 hour sets but can also offer l |
| Grooveology London |
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| Groovestone | Genre: Function band |
 An in-demand UK function band, Groovestone provide high quality live music for weddings, corporate events and private parties and are renowned for their ability to get people dancing.
They offer a professional standard of music for events and have a great onstage look, exceptional lead vocals and a proven track record in keeping a dance floor packed all night! They cover a variety of genres including soul, classic pop, disco and funk. Never conforming to the `cheesy wedding band` stereotype, they rely on great tunes, an exciting show and brilliant musicianship to fill the dance floor. |
| Groovestone Guildford Surrey |
Tel
No: 01483 852 958 |
| Here For The Party | Genre: Popular |
 Here For The Party! are a talented, Kent-based, 5 piece function band, providing a fully-fledged live music experience for any occasion: birthdays, weddings, parties, corporate events, receptions and more.
Here For The Party! play popular hits from the last four decades, with a tailor made set list to suit your event. If your party has a theme, they can adapt and cater to it. The band will also learn a `first dance` song of your choice with enough notice. As standard, the band travel with a professional sound engineer and use top of the range PA equipment and lighting. |
| Here For The Party Rochester Kent |
Tel
No: 07739 694325 |