Function bands
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Function bands
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From Wimborne to Weymouth, we have Dorset wedding bands performing the very best rock, pop, Motown and soul music through the eras.
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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.
Having played together in bands for over ten years, Jon and Ben listed everything they play and realised they know loads of great songs! Available to hire with DJ service for music throughout the evening.
Barnstorming folk-pop band, ideal for a festival-themed wedding or party! Party the night away to catchy rock and pop songs performed in the ever-popular Mumford & Sons style.
Vintage rock’n’roll and rhythm & blues band featuring male vocals, double bass, drums and harmonica. A refreshing alternative to your standard pop covers band.
Funk & soul party band in the South West featuring male lead vocals and a fantastic rhythm section and horns. Grand Central play uptempo, soulful tunes, from James Brown to David Bowie. Available with a two-piece horn section.
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.
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.
A young, energetic and professional party band bringing their well-loved, diverse repertoire to get your guests moving to tunes from Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind and Fire to Beyoncé and The Weeknd.
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.
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.
High energy 3-piece with an irresistible blend of old school hits and modern pop covers, Pop Life have mastered the art of creating the perfect party soundtrack that will have all your guests on their feet.
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.
Brass Fever serve up irresistible arrangements of the best current and classic pop hits as well as New Orleans parade music.
This talented trio are ready to take your event to another level with their punchy covers of the indie favourites you always wanted to party to! Acoustic sets also available.
Exciting Mumford style 3-4 piece with a large song list of modern folk, pop and rock, perfect for those festival style weddings & events!
Serving up classic funk and soul by Earth Wind & Fire and Aretha Franklin alongside more recent floor-fillers by Lizzo, Bruno Mars and Jamiroquai, this 10-piece funk orchestra are all about positive energy and having a good time!
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!
Joyful and energetic, Stepwood blend traditional ceilidh music with fun and expert calling to get everyone dancing.
Unique boho party band featuring acoustic bass and violin, playing well-known covers with a festival folk-inspired makeover, from Ray Charles to Britney Spears.
Midlands-based 3-piece rock and pop band offering a jam-packed blend of styles spanning multiple decades and genres. Acoustic sets and DJ service also available.
Our wedding bands perform across the whole of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole, Dorchester, Weymouth, Christchurch and surrounding areas at venues such as Athelhampton House and Shell Bay Restaurant. Many of our bands are based locally, while others regularly travel to Dorset for weddings, so wherever your venue is, we can usually help you find the perfect Dorset wedding band.
And we don't just provide wedding function bands in Dorset: why not hire a cover band to thank your employees for their hard work at the end of the year, or book a party band for a friend or relative.
We offer a wide range of wedding bands in Dorset covering everything from pop, rock and indie to soul, funk, Motown and R&B. Many of our bands also perform classic hits from the 60s right through to current chart favourites, ensuring there’s something for guests of all ages to enjoy.
Expect to hear songs by the Beatles, Stevie Wonder and Abba as well as newer hits by famous Dorset residents Madonna, Noel Gallagher and Billy Bragg!
The cost of hiring a wedding band in Dorset typically ranges from around £1,300 to £1,600, depending on the band’s size, experience, travel distance and performance times. We offer options to suit a variety of budgets, and our team is always happy to help you find a great band that fits your requirements.
Yes, most of our Dorset wedding bands are happy to learn your first dance song, even if it’s not already in their repertoire. Just let us know your choice in advance, and the band will do their best to perform it live and make your first dance extra special.
If they can’t do it live, they could just play it through their PA system using Spotify or an mp3 player.
Yes, all of our wedding bands in Dorset provide their own professional PA system and basic lighting as part of the booking. This ensures great sound quality and a lively atmosphere for your wedding reception, with minimal setup required from your venue.
Let us know if you're expecting more than 250 guests, so we can check whether the act’s system is large enough.
Most bands will also bring lighting for both the stage and dancefloor.
Check the act's individual profile for more details and optional add-ons to enhance the show!
Absolutely. In addition to evening wedding bands, we can also provide musicians for your ceremony or drinks reception in Dorset, including acoustic acts, solo singers, string quartets and jazz bands. This helps create a seamless musical experience throughout your day.
Yes, we offer a wide range of wedding entertainment in Dorset beyond standard party bands. This includes ceilidh bands, jazz bands, steel pan groups, acoustic performers and more, so you can find the perfect style to match your wedding theme.
For even more offbeat ideas, see our alternative bands section.
There are a few ways to keep costs down when hiring a Dorset wedding band. Booking a local band can reduce travel fees, and choosing a weekday or off-peak date may also help to save money. Smaller bands or those with simpler setups can be more budget-friendly, while still delivering a fantastic live music experience.
Yes, all of our Dorset wedding bands are fully insured with public liability insurance, and their equipment is PAT tested for safety. This ensures they meet the requirements of most wedding venues and gives you peace of mind on your big day.
In the unlikely event that a band member is ill or unavailable, our bands will usually arrange a professional replacement wedding musician of the same standard. If a full cancellation were ever necessary, we would work quickly to find you a suitable replacement from our roster of trusted wedding bands in Dorset.
Since 2008 we've provided bands and musicians for thousands of wedding receptions throughout Dorset, from Bournemouth to Bridport.
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