Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
Make your event memorable with a Cheshire party band for hire performing upbeat rock, pop and soul music for dancing. We also offer party bands in a variety of other styles, including jazz, swing and ceilidh.
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With a broad repertoire spanning brass classics and covers of contemporary pop hits, expect the likes of Robbie Williams, Lady Gaga, Ed Sheeran and The Jackson 5 all recreated in a bold brass sound!
Experts at reading the crowd, Atlantic Sky are a high-octane 4-piece playing everything from Tina Turner to Kings of Leon, in a style that will keep everyone on the dancefloor.
Brass AF's huge sound - a melting pot of drum beats, pumping bass lines and roaring horn parts - will get even your shyest guests onto the dancefloor!
Immersing their audience in the essence of New Orleans' "roaring 20s" jazz era, The Canal Street Swing Band have earned acclaim at numerous venues, from raucous bars to highly respected jazz festivals.
Exciting male-fronted wedding and party band, playing music from all decades but specialising in the swinging 60s! Stunningly authentic performances using incredible vintage equipment. Extra performances, low-season rates and DJ service available.
Delivering a diverse range of songs from many genres and decades, reinvented in a captivating vintage style from upbeat funk, jazz standards or Brazilian samba and Latin beats.
Edgy and energetic, this indie rock band brings weddings and events to life with hits ranging from '50s classics to today’s indie anthems, ensuring an epic night filled with fun and dancing.
A superb 80s tribute band with male vocals and featuring retro-synth sounds, capturing the spirit and dubious fashion sense of the 80s. A retro show that's second to none! Available with female vocals.
A diverse and lively party group currently regularly playing weddings and events - a small setup delivering a big sound and captivating party vibe.
This lively covers band are as comfortable playing student events as they are wedding receptions, and draw on a varied repertoire of 60s-00s floor-fillers. DJ service available.
Entertaining guests with their luxury rock for over 13 years, Mozarts Gokarts have performed for royals, the army, heads of state, business tycoons and society's rich and famous - and now they're ready for you!
Lively and experienced rock and pop party band delivering high quality entertainment for weddings and parties! Afternoon sets, DJ service and additional musicians also available.
Electrifying trio specialising in all things electronic music, DJ, sax and percussion bringing Ibiza vibes to any event!
Floor-stomping folk anthems from the likes of Mumford and Sons as well as floor-filler classics from The Killers, Queen, The Beatles and many more.
With infectious enthusiasm, exceptional talent, and a diverse repertoire that spans decades and genres, The Remedy play timeless classics to the latest chart-toppers – the perfect mix to keep the party going.
Experienced all-male wedding function band who have toured with Deacon Blue and The Sugababes. Expect danceable classics by artists such as Queen and The Killers! DJ service available.
Knock-out New Orleans style brass party band with drums for Mardi Gras parades, festivals, funerals, surprise entries and dancing! Larger line-ups available.
A brass band like nothing you've ever experienced before. Trumpets, sousaphone, group vocals and stilt-walking percussionists combine to belt out classic pop tunes from the last 50 years and create an audio-visual spectacle!
A one-of-a-kind 5-piece jazz and swing band, specializing in a postmodern twist by performing pop standards with a classic jazz flair. If the mood calls for it, they effortlessly switch to funk and soul tunes to get everyone on their feet and dancing.
Belting out classic and modern anthems from Summer of '69 to Mr Brightside as well as contemporary pop, these northern rockers know how to ignite a party vibe like no-one else, guaranteeing an unforgettable night of non-stop dancing.
Whatever occasion you are celebrating, music is the best way to make any event memorable, and Cheshire attracts great musicians from all over the world!
Our experts have tracked down the most talented and reliable Cheshire party bands for hire 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!
Our party and wedding bands in Cheshire play every song you love, from Merseybeat to the latest chart-toppers. And we can offer more than mainstream rock and pop: if you love dancing, how about hiring a Latin or salsa band?
If you want a sophisticated backdrop for a formal event, how about choosing a jazz or classical group? Whatever your taste and budget, we'll have the act for you!
Choosing one of the best party bands doesn’t mean you have to compromise on the rest of your event. All our Cheshire party bands are great value for money, and our range of budget options, such as singers with backing tracks and acoustic duos, means you can have the spontaneity and excitement of live music without denting your drinks budget.
This page is dedicated to party bands, but Function Central is an entertainment agency in Cheshire 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 in Cheshire are much in-demand!
If you’re looking for something more refined, our Cheshire jazz bands for hire cover a range of sub-genres including gypsy jazz bands, jazz trios, wedding jazz bands, background jazz bands.
All will play non-intrusive, sophisticated background music that your guests can talk over. For the evening, consider hiring a swing band to get the party started.
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!
Resting between North Wales' stunning hills and the rolling green of the Peak District, Cheshire offers a gorgeous arena to host your party.
With a host of experience performing in venues such as Colshaw Hall,
Heaton House Farm, Sandhole Oak Barn, Thornton Manor, The Ashes Barns
and Country House, Mottram Hall, Crewe Hall and Pryors Hayes Golf Club,
our bands love to put on a party in this photogenic county.
Our party bands perform regularly throughout Cheshire and beyond, including: Warrington, Chester, Crewe, Runcorn, Widnes, Ellesmere Port, Macclesfield, Northwich, Wilmslow, Winsford, Congleton, Sandbach, Nantwich, Poynton, Neston, Middlewich, Alsager and Knutsford.
For a wider choice of musical options, you can also browse our bands in the West Midlands and our bands in the North West.
Before you book more musicians for afternoon background music, check whether members of your band can provide this – it'll save you additional costs, such as travel.
If you haven't yet set your event date, consider booking a midweek or winter date to take advantage of the most competitive rates.
Always consider hiring a band from your local area, to save on travel and accommodation costs. We have bands based in most major towns and cities across the UK.
Cover bands are the best way of making any occasion unique and memorable, as well as keeping your guests on the dancefloor all night! But how do you know if you’re getting a great local band?
Function Central have hand-picked the most talented and reliable acts in Cheshire in every genre – you can even listen to them play before you book, so you can be certain you’ll love them at your party!
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