Function bands
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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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Fronted by a world-class female vocalist, Masterblaster perform wide-ranging sets of rock, pop, funk and soul floor-fillers through the eras, with optional jazz, country, Israeli and Arabic sets.
From a dynamic 5-piece to an explosive 10-piece, this versatile band covers a real mix of genres—from rock and indie classics to reggae and modern hits—delivering electrifying performances that transform any event.
Charismatic roaming band performing upbeat, catchy covers with a folksy, festival feel. Expect to hear artists as diverse as Avicii, Blackstreet and Lionel Richie. Also available as an evening party band.
With no less than three vocalists in the band, The Crossfades serve up the best vintage and modern rock, pop and indie covers with a side of crowd-pleasing charm.
Hugely popular all-male party and wedding covers band playing feel-good sing-along classics with an emphasis on vintage rock and pop music. Fantastic value! Hire the band’s DJ service and afternoon acoustic sets for non-stop music through the day. Discounts available on midweek dates.
Dressed to the nines and touting a crowd-pleasing, quick-fire set of R&B, garage, pop, hip hop, classic soul and funk, Superstrut will have your guests moving and hollering from the first note. Also available with female vocalists and horns.
High-octane 4-piece wedding and party band playing classic and modern anthems with a rock edge, to pack your dancefloor.
The ultimate feel-good band, blending soul, Motown, funk, and pop into high-energy sets that keep dancefloors packed and the party alive.
Whether it is your wedding day, corporate party, a product launch, birthday or anniversary, Radio Nation guarantee to keep the dance floor jumping all night and provide you and your guests with an unforgettable performance.
Fun, talented and energetic party band, with a setlist jam-packed with pop, rock and indie hits, ideal for weddings and birthdays!
Dynamic soul, Motown and pop band covering all the soul greats from Al Green to Earth, Wind & Fire and Whitney Houston, as well as delivering fresh takes on contemporary hits by Bruno Mars and Amy Winehouse.
Two exceptional vocalists bring their stunning soul and Motown tribute show to intimate weddings to international theatre tours and beyond.
Seasoned male-fronted rock and pop wedding and party band covering a varied mix of songs, from 1960s Merseybeat to the latest chart-toppers. Book the band’s DJ service and acoustic sets for music throughout the day.
Vibrant 5-piece party band featuring sax, and covering a diverse range of genres, from rock and pop, to disco, country and blues.
Swinging, vintage-themed band playing a mixture of modern hits in a quirky, vintage style alongside authentic 20s-40s material.
Versatile and polished acoustic roaming band, offering a fusion of soul/Motown, rock 'n' roll, and modern pop tunes to sing along to, for either intimate or lively settings.
All your favourite 80s chart-toppers, expertly reproduced with authentic synth sounds and a lot of energy. Vice City are guaranteed to set the dancefloor ablaze and get those sweatbands working overtime!
Slick, stylish, and bursting with feel-good vibes, Nova Soul brings Motown magic and modern soul to life.
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.
Incredible soul, R&B and pop function band featuring joint male and female lead vocals, sax and keyboards, and performing five decades of floor-fillers.
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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