WEDDING BANDS LONDON
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LONDON WEDDING BANDS
BEST WEDDING BANDS IN LONDON
London gives couples more choice of venue than anywhere in the country, and every wedding here looks a little different. Some say their vows in a City banking hall, others in a riverside warehouse or a botanical garden, then dance the night away somewhere with real character. A wedding band London couples book has to read a black-tie dinner and a packed floor with the same ease, and find the band to suit each room rather than forcing one sound onto the day.
The Ned turns a former City bank into grand marble halls built for a big evening. Trinity Buoy Wharf, out east on the Thames, is all brick and beams with a terrace over the water. Kew Gardens, over in Richmond, sets the day among the glasshouses and lawns. Each one asks something different of the act.
Jonny Ross Music is a wedding and event band agency based in London, helping couples across the UK find exceptional live wedding music. We work with the best professional musicians across London and the Home Counties, matched to your venue and your budget.
FIND YOUR PERFECT WEDDING BAND
WEDDING BAND HIRE LONDON
Start with how you want the room to feel, not a song list. It’s less about picking hits and more about the atmosphere you’re chasing. Some couples want a slow build through the day, others a versatile band at full pelt from the off, and the perfect London wedding band sets that mood long before the first guest reaches the dance floor.
Our selection of wedding bands includes acoustic duos, soul bands, jazz bands, cover bands, indie acts and a full London function band with horns. Our range of music runs from soul and Motown bands to stripped-back acoustic acts. We have wedding bands for hire to suit any brief.
PLANNING YOUR WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT
Booking a London wedding band is about more than picking the songs on the setlist.
Think about the room first. The music sets the tone long before the first dance. A string quartet over drinks sets a very different tone to a live act plugging in after dinner, and both can be right on the day. London venues run from grand livery halls with late licences to listed rooms with strict sound limiters, so the space shapes the band’s performance as much as the setlist does.
Plaisterers’ Hall, one of the City’s grandest livery halls, has chandeliers, a late licence and no noise limit, so a full band can go big once dinner is cleared. Syon House in Brentford pairs Robert Adam interiors with open parkland, which suits a polished set early on before the pace lifts. Fulham Palace, on the river with walled gardens and historic rooms, wants an act happy to provide live music that drifts from a relaxed afternoon into a livelier night, whichever act you land on.
Fix the venue first and it is far easier to find a wedding band that suits the room and the crowd.
LIVE BANDS FOR EVERY MOMENT OF YOUR WEDDING DAY
MUSIC FOR CEREMONIES, DRINKS RECEPTIONS AND DINNER
Live entertainment is not only for the evening. For the ceremony, keep it soft: a duo or trio on acoustic guitar or gentle strings, playing guests in and carrying the walk down the aisle. Nothing showy, just enough to hold the room while the vows happen.
With the ceremony done, the reception begins. A smaller line-up of relaxed covers and a little jazz keeps the chat flowing as drinks go round. London venues often come with courtyards, terraces and gardens, so a roaming band works well here, moving among the crowd rather than playing from a fixed stage. It keeps things sociable without ever taking over.
Dinner suits something smaller again, a duo or a single performer with just a guitar and a voice. Light acoustic sets and easy jazz sit under the meal and speeches without drowning out the conversation. From a grand hotel like Café Royal to the lawns of The Hurlingham Club in Fulham, our bands offer a live music experience built for every part of the wedding reception.
OUR TOP WEDDING BANDS IN LONDON
MARC & ABI
Based in Tynemouth, these energetic vocalists have played all over the world at weddings and events. They are known for bringing buckets of charm to their performances and delivering passionate renditions of songs from their vast repertoire – whether it’s “Hips Don’t Lie” by Shakira or “Valerie” by Amy Winehouse. The band regularly perform at music venues across Newcastle including The Cluny, City Hall & The Globe.
DAE LA ROUX
Dae La Roux are a 5-piece function band from central Newcastle, with a stellar reputation for bringing their all to every wedding performance. These talented musicians boast a vast repertoire of songs from classic acts such as Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry to contemporary bands like Stereophonics and Kings of Leon. All 5 of them are avid Newcastle fans and when they’re not at St Jame’s Park, they are rocking peoples weddings.
SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND
Something For The Weekend are a professional, charismatic collective with oodles of experience performing at weddings. The four musicians are known for their energetic renditions of 90s dancefloor hits from the likes of Earth, Wind & Fire, Justin Timberlake, and Basement Jaxx. They are based in Whitley Bay and perform all over Newcastle and can be seen live at various venues up and down Northumberland Street.
DISCOVER OUR BANDS
NORTHERN HOUSE BAND
From £1800
A wedding band for music lovers with exceptional male and female vocals, offering a blend of Motown, pop, rock and dance floor fillers.
THE WILDE ONES
From £2300
Vibrant band with an eclectic mix of Indie, pop and rock anthems. 10 years in the wedding industry.
SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND
From £1560
Leeds based high energy band with a focus on pop, rock and indie tracks.
BIG SHOUT
From £1820
Relive the soundtrack of your teens with classic noughties pop songs and indie tunes.
LYDIA & THE SHARP 5
From £1820
Vibrant, vintage-inspired live show packed with soulful grooves and swing energy,
MIDNIGHT SOCIAL
From £1650
Groove-filled funk and soul that blends timeless classics with modern favourites.
LUMINOUS NIGHTS
From £2080
Genre-blending party band bringing the best of ‘90s Dance, R&B, Pop, and Dance hits to life.
LUXURY WEDDING BAND LONDON, ACOUSTIC PERFORMERS & DJ HIRE
READY TO BOOGIE?
Sorting the music for a London wedding is a big job.
If you’re looking to hire the right act, that’s the bit we handle. We line up some of the best bands for weddings available to hire in London and well beyond. We’ll help you find the best local wedding bands for your date. Tell us the plan and we’ll make your wedding day land the way you want it, with the perfect band for your wedding on the shortlist.
FIRST DANCE IDEAS THAT AREN’T CRINGE
Let’s be honest, the words “first dance” can make even the most confident couple feel slightly awkward. You don’t want the slow sway for four whole minutes while everyone forms a circle and stares. You don’t want something that feels forced. And you definitely don’t want to be halfway through thinking, “How long is this song?!”
WHICH IS WHY WE’VE PUT TOGETHER OUR GUIDE TO ENSURING YOUR FIRST DANCE IS CRINGE FREE.
NEED A DJ?
WANT SOME IBIZA SAX VIBES?
HANDPICKED DJs GUARANTEED TO FILL YOUR DANCE FLOOR WITH PERFECT BANGERS
From an afternoon Ibiza style DJ and Sax bringing all the chilled out tunes, to night time parties with all your favourite floor fillers, our DJs are handpicked by us, and are the cream of the crop. No dodgy wedding tunes (unless you want em that is!) and our DJs will personalise the music just for you.
Whether you want hard core drum and base, love a bit of Charlie XCX, or you’re fully embracing your early noughties pop era, we’re here to make sure you have the best night ever.
WEDDING BAND HIRE LONDON FAQs
1. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO HIRE A WEDDING BAND IN LONDON?
There is no single price for wedding music in London. It comes down to the size of the act, how long they play and how much of the day they cover, from a solo acoustic set to a full party band. Send your date and venue and we’ll come back with live music for weddings of every size, from an intimate ceremony to a full luxury wedding.
2. DO YOUR BANDS PLAY CORPORATE AND PRIVATE EVENTS TOO?
Yes! Plenty of our acts work as a band for hire well beyond weddings, covering corporate events, birthdays, and private parties. Our bands perform at events across the UK, and some are available internationally, so wherever it’s happening, we can usually help.
3. CAN A WEDDING BAND PLAY AT A LONDON VENUE WITH A SOUND LIMITER?
Many London venues, especially listed buildings and rooms near residents, run a sound limiter, and our talented musicians are used to playing within one. Tell us the venue early and we’ll match you with a band that still delivers a full show without tripping the limit.
4. CAN ONE LONDON WEDDING BAND COVER THE CEREMONY, DRINKS AND EVENING?
Plenty of acts offer packages across more than one part of the day, covering a broad range of wedding music, so the sound stays consistent from the vows to the last song rather than juggling separate suppliers. Flag it early and we’ll build a running order that flows.
5. CAN A LONDON WEDDING BAND KEEP THE MUSIC GOING BETWEEN LIVE SETS?
Lots of our bands and DJs offer exactly that, so the floor never empties while the band takes a break. A DJ live set between sets, or a full evening of wedding DJs once the band finishes, is easy to build in. Just tell us how you would like the night to run.
6. WHEN SHOULD WE BOOK A LONDON WEDDING BAND?
The busiest acts book a year to eighteen months in advance, especially for summer Saturdays. As some of the finest wedding bands in the UK, our most in-demand live wedding bands book up fast, so it pays to move early. Winter and weekday dates often open up at shorter notice, so get in touch once your venue is set and we’ll tell you what’s available.
WHERE ELSE DO WE COVER?
Whilst our wedding bands work across the UK, we have a variety of recommendations for key cities. Discover some of our recommendations below:
