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Suffolk band hire

Outstanding party bands in Suffolk, Ipswich and the surrounding counties for hire without breaking the bank - from rock and pop cover songs to jazz, swing and ceilidh.

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Mastersound

  • 4-7
  • (85)

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.

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from£4,030

Beat Club

  • 5-8
  • (62)

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.

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from£1,995

The Indie Buskers Band

  • 4
  • (2)

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.

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from£1,160

Kickstart

  • 3-4
  • (59)

Breathtaking vocals, lush harmonies and an explosive rhythm section – this West Midlands wedding party band play a wide selection of soul, disco, rock’n’roll and the latest indie to keep you dancing until the wee hours! DJ service available.

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from£3,075

The Modern Swing Band

  • 5-7
  • (21)

This authentic postmodern style swing band masterfully plays classic swing tunes, as well as pop songs reimagined in a swing style. They also offer the option to include additional musicians in their lineup.

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from£1,455

The Get Ups

  • 4-8
  • (32)

Offering a versatile range of line-ups from their acoustic duo to the full party package 8-piece, The Get Ups offer a modern repertoire delivered with bags of professionalism and charisma.

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from£3,075

The Rumours

  • 4
  • (42)

Believe everything you hear about these guys! The Rumours are a vibrant 4-piece band that come with boundless energy and an infectious love for mixing the latest hits from Bruno Mars and George Ezra with timeless classics from Chic, Earth Wind & Fire and The Beatles.

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from£2,555

The Natural Highs

  • 5-11
  • (28)

One of the best funk and disco bands in London, The Natural Highs will bring floor-filling songs, wow-factor and raw soul energy to your party.

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from£1,845

The Playlist

  • 4
  • (29)

London’s newest indie pop party group with a huge repertoire spanning decades of classics and a harmony-packed, polished live show to back them up.

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from£2,440

The Soul Girls

  • 5-8
  • (25)

Fantastic all-female soul, Motown and pop band with a wide-ranging repertoire, who have performed with artists as diverse as Lady Gaga, The Noisettes, Corinne Bailey Rae and Fatboy Slim! DJ service also available.

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from£2,710

The Gents

  • 4
  • (37)

Inventive and unique festival style party band specialising in feel-good dance anthems, UK garage and club classics - all recreated on live instruments.

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from£3,940

Lightspeed

  • 7
  • (30)

Ultimate live music experience featuring a centre-stage light up drum kit that delivers a feast for the eyes and ears. This slick outfit brings you supreme talent and a large repertoire of chart hits. Additional musicians, jazz sets and DJ service available.

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Swinging in Blue

  • 5-13
  • (25)

This versatile jazz and swing ensemble really is a cut above the rest! Their plethora of material spans the contemporary chart hits from the last 80 years. Larger line-ups, lead male vocals, acoustic afternoon sets and DJ service are available.

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from£1,490

Shake The Moon

  • 4
  • (77)

A sassy, classy, badass party band with 10 years experience playing the live music scene in the South West. The band features both male and female lead vocals, with DJ services and acoustic sets also available.

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from£2,615

Party Club International

  • 5-12
  • (33)

Party Club International featuring world-class musicians who have shared stage with Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa and George Ezra, Party Club International offers a meticulously curated and expertly performed selection of the finest pop, soul and Motown.

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Club Soul

  • 4
  • (56)

Max out on all your party favourites with this stunning live DJ band featuring sax, vocals and percussion. Expect high energy show-stopping performances.

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from£2,830

Soulband

  • 7-10
  • (12)

Powerful seven-piece led by internationally touring vocalists, mixing Motown, jazz, funk, and reggae.

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from£3,745

Fireflies

  • 6-14
  • (42)

Exhilarating 6-14 piece party band featuring stunning male and female vocals and offering optional horns, playing accurate renditions of modern and classic hits.

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from£1,595

Parklife

  • 3
  • (36)

London-based wedding and party band with a vast repertoire covering all genres, including a specialist Britpop/90s set, covering indie bands such as Oasis, Blur and Supergrass, as well as classic British rock acts.

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The Dip Dabs

  • 4-8
  • (46)

Top-flight rock and pop party band delivering exceptional value for money, female lead vocals and optional brass, rapper and string section.


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Suffolk Function Bands booking guide

Why should I hire a Suffolk party band for my event?

Whatever occasion you are celebrating, music is the best way to make any event memorable - and Suffolk attracts great musicians from all over the world!

Our experts have tracked down the most talented and reliable party bands in Suffolk so that you don’t have to.

We have acts 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!

What style of music do your Suffolk bands perform?

We have party bands for every occasion – from office parties for blue-chip companies, to end-of-year graduation balls.

If you’re planning a riotous wedding reception, how about choosing a Suffolk wedding band? They play upbeat, mainstream songs from all eras to keep the dancefloor full all night.

Our Suffolk cover bands offer much more than the classics everyone hates to love (think, Summer of ’69 or 9 to 5).

If you’d like something more original, how about hiring a jazz band or ceilidh band?

Can you provide background musicians for hire in Suffolk?

This page is dedicated to party bands, but Function Central is an entertainment agency in Suffolk 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 guitarists and pianists.

Or for a summer garden party or outdoor event, our steel bands and Dixieland jazz bands in Suffolk are much in-demand!

Do you offer other musical genres, such as ceilidh or jazz bands in Suffolk?

All our party bands are talented and professional musicians who are experienced enough to make your party memorable, and young and enthusiastic enough to love what they do!

If you want a great party without breaking the bank, or you’re short on space, how about choosing a singer with a backing track?

Swing singers are a great way of creating a sophisticated atmosphere at cocktail parties, while tribute singers are wonderful for theme nights.

Whether you’re looking for a lutenist for a lavish luncheon or a bouzouki player for a budget banquet, we have the right jazz band in Suffolk for you!

Do we need to provide any equipment for the band?

Our Suffolk 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!

How can we save money on our Suffolk band?

Our price promise means that, if another agency offers you one of our party bands in Suffolk at a lower price, or on better terms, we’ll match their offer – and most of our Suffolk party bands even throw in a free DJ service so that you can keep dancing between sets.

All our acts provide all their own equipment, so that all you have to worry about on the day is having a wonderful time.

Where abouts have your Suffolk bands played?

Our Suffolk bands play across the county, in Ipswich, Lowestoft, Bury St Edmunds, Haverhill, Felixstowe, Sudbury, Newmarket, Stowmarket, Kesgrave, Beccles, Mildenhall, Woodbridge, Brandon, Hadleigh, Leiston, Trimley St Mary, Halesworth, Bungay and Needham Market.

They've graced some of the most stunning venues in the area too, such as The Ivy House Country Hotel, Woodhall Manor, Yaxley Hall and the West Wing at Ickworth.


Find local cover bands in Suffolk and UK wide

Function Central have handpicked the very best covers bands Suffolk has to offer, so you don’t have to! Our bands are available throughout the UK and internationally.

Browse the menu below to find a local band near you.

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