Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Whether it’s a huge outdoor festival, wedding reception or intimate party, Function Central have the finest selection of party bands for hire in Berkshire and the surrounding area - from rock and pop covers to jazz, swing and ceilidh.
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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.
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.
Stylish, globe-trotting function band featuring powerhouse vocalists and gigs for KPMG, Gucci and Jaguar alongside weddings in London and Dubai.
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.
Whatever occasion you are celebrating, music is the best way to make any event memorable, and Berkshire attracts great musicians from all over the world!
Our experts have tracked down the most talented and reliable bands for hire in Berkshire so that you don’t have to.
We have party bands in Berkshire in all styles, suitable for all budgets – and all of them are young enough to love what they do and experienced enough to know exactly what to play and when!
Our party bands cover a variety of upbeat, uptempo musical styles from across the decades, so everyone ends the night on a high note, from grandkids to grandads.
Line-ups range from compact 3-piece units to large soul and swing bands complete with horns, vocalists and percussion. Musical styles range from rock, pop and indie to soul, Motown, funk, dance and chart music. We also have ceilidh bands, brass bands for more specialist tastes.
Many of our Berkshire wedding bands will learn and play your first dance, for no extra charge.
Our bands are experts at getting your guests out of their seats and onto the dancefloor. Whatever your event, they'll make sure it's memorable with the highest quality music!
This page is dedicated to party bands, but Function Central is an entertainment agency in Berkshire providing musicians for hire throughout the day, not just at your evening reception.
For a wedding ceremony, you could hire one of our string quartets. For the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail party and drinks receptions, we have local guitarists and pianists.
Or for a summer garden party or outdoor event, our steel bands and Dixieland jazz bands are much in-demand!
If you’re planning something more intimate, browse our selection of jazz bands in Berkshire. They’ll add a touch of class to your event with jazzy renditions of pop hits as well as classic standards, bebop, dixieland and more.
Jazz bands are ideal for garden parties or smaller functions as they
are quick and easy to set-up, without taking up too much space and they
generally have lower noise levels.
Our bands all come fully equipped for your event – it’s just worth getting in touch if you think your event will exceed 250 guests, as extra equipment might then be necessary. You just need to make sure that the band has a power source to plug in to and a space to perform!
We recommend a flat and sheltered stage area of at least 3x3 meters for a 3-piece band – then add an extra metre squared per band member that you have booked.
A raised stage is preferable for maximum impact but our bands are flexible to all kinds of set ups!
From Windsor Castle to Eton College to the Royal Ascot racecourse,
Berkshire offers the class and sophistication required to provide the perfect
place to party!
Whether you're looking for musical entertainment in a smaller room with a sound limiter or packing a crowd into a spacious arena, our bands have played for guests at Highclere Castle, Clivedon, Monkey Island, the Royal Adelaide Hotel and Ascot Racecourse.
Our bands have played for events across Berkshire, in: Slough, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Wokingham, Newbury, Woodley, Windsor, Thatcham, Sandhurst, Crowthorne, Ascot, Twyford, Wraysbury, Sunninghill, Burghfield Common, Sunningdale, Cookham, Hungerford and Datchet. The county’s location is such that hiring a London band is also a great option to consider.
Don't forget that many of our party bands offer
additional services which can save you money. This includes an
"in-house" DJ service to keep your party going during intervals and
after their set has finished.
Other add-ons include cocktail piano, background jazz music and stripped acoustic sets. Make the most of your booking by spreading the bands’ services throughout the day.
Hiring a local band minimises travel costs and tricky logistics – saving you money and hassle.
Function Central is a leading covers band hire agency. We provide exceptional talent for private events, both in Berkshire, throughout the UK and internationally.
Hire a local party band to save on costs – we have bands based in most major UK towns and counties.
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