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A guide to hiring a function band

This page is a guide to hiring a function band for a corporate function,private event or wedding. It is aimed at a person who may not have hired a function band before. We hope that this information and the list of function bands available for hire to be found at the foot of this page will prove an invaluable help in making your event a night to remember. Hiring a function band from an entertainment agency like LMM is the easiest and most secure way of ensuring that your party goes without a hitch and that your live entertainment is outstanding.

Things you should consider when hiring function band.

If you click on the function bands for hire at the bottom of this page you will find MP3s to listen to, client recommendations and biographies to read, photos to look at and, in many cases, video to watch. If you consider the range of people at your event which band has the set list and style that will appeal to the majority of guests. You will find a wealth of information at your disposal on the bands pages but you may also want to speak to one of the LMM team in order to get free and honest advice about the best function band to hire for your event. If your venue has particular requirements (maybe they need public liability insurance or the bands equipment to be PAT tested or they might have a decibel metre on site) our team will be able to confirm that the band you are interested in can meet these requirements.

What is a function band?

A function band is a live music act which concentrates on playing cover versions of well known songs. A good function band will have a wide repertoire and be able to play to any crowd. They will have a lively and charismatic vocalist able to work a crowd and get everyone dancing. Function bands are sometimes referred to as cover bands or party bands. They are different to tribute bands who usually concentrate on recreating the look and sound of one act. A function band is the ideal live music solution to a party where you are expecting people to want to dance. Our function bands have various line ups and you can check the pages below for further details of individual function bands for hire or visit the main LMM website for a wider selection.

Why use LMM to hire your function band?

LMM have been in business over ten years. In this time we have booked thousands of function bands into every kind of event from a house party or wedding right up to massive festival events with several thousand guests. We also supply function bands to the largest high street live music chain, The Walkabout bars, and have been doing so for over ten years. Our expertise means that we are in demand as the knowledge base for most of the UKs top party planners and event organisers. We offer free, friendly advice and we have function bands for hire in all parts of the UK. Call the LMM office if you need more details or start by checking out the selected acts below.

A guide to hiring a function band News

Soul Policy

London-based group of young, highly experienced party professionals. Their youthful approach to the music and performance is guaranteed to open any occasion with a bang. more info..

£1000 - £1395

Barn Storm

Surrey-based Irish jigs and reels, modern Irish rock, traditional Irish songs plus loads of rocking, mainstream party tunes, all spiced-up with crazy Irish fiddle and carried off with humour, energy and great playing. more info..

£1400 - £1595

The Chebbs

The incredible vocal range of Scottish lead singer Magoo allows London-based party band The Chebbs to approach songs other male fronted bands avoid. more info..

£1000 - £1395

The Bailey J Band

Merseyside-based band who have performed internationally and throughout the UK including exclusive live performances on BBC Radio and can perform anything from a back ground jazz set to a upbeat funky pop, soul, R&B and disco. more info..

from £1600

Brainscape

Direct from Brazil these boys play a high energy set full of Anthemic rock covers featuring some rare and authentic Brazilian twists such as the samba beat they drop into their version of Place Your Hands. Great vocals and a great beat!! more info..

£1000 - £1395

The Chiefs

London-based lively and dynamic four-piece function band covering all musical styles and genres from the 60's to present day. more info..

£1000 - £1395

Jade

Sussex-based Jade is the biggest name on the corporate and high-end private function market having played all over the World for royalty, the rich and the famous. more info..

from £1600

Groovetunes

London-based GrooveTunes are one of the busiest and truly most gifted bands in the UK, regularly performing at major corporate events and are favourites for weddings and parties. more info..

£1000 - £1395

Jetsetter

Middlesex-based 5 piece band of world-class musicians who, when they are not playing with top chart acts, come together to play at corporate and private parties worldwide. more info..

from £1600

Hard To Handle

Hard To Handle are a 5-9 piece no-nonsense funk and soul band who guarantee to keep your dancefloor hot throughout the night. Featuring the full horn section recently used for Lily Allen's previous world tour- here is the freshest, hippest act available for hire today. more info..

from £1600

The Cool Dynamics

London-based female-fronted party trio playing to live recorded backing tracks and providing pre-recorded party playlists around their live sets. more info..

£800 to £995

Funktion

Essex-based UK's premiere live act! Ideal for Weddings, Parties, Corporate Events and Social Gatherings of any kind. Funktion are an exciting and energetic 4-piece playing wide range of new and old favourites from 50s & 60s Classics to Modern Rock & Pop. more info..

£1000 - £1395

The Intrepid Funksters

London-based groovy & entertaining jazz-funk quintet with a wide repertoire. Perfect for any situation whether relaxed dining or a busy dancefloor. Can work as a quartet or quintet as required. more info..

£500 to £795

JAMMINTHEHOUSE

Stafford-based JAMMINTHEHOUSE are the UK's premier live dance band playing all the classic club anthems that guarantee to get any party, clubnight or function buzzing. more info..

from £1600

The Divine

The Divine have set out to create the ultimate band for your wedding, party or function. Using an extremely high level of musicianship, a current and constantly changing set list, high end equipment and sound system will ensure that your event goes off with a bang! more info..

£1000 - £1395

Groove Bus

Manchester-based Groove Bus are totally from other covers bands, in that they are always fun, unpredictable and highly entertaining. more info..

£1400 - £1595

The Jacks

The Jacks are a fully professional wedding/party/function band playing classic dancefloor-fillers from the 50s through to the present day. more info..

£1000 - £1395

Freak Out!

Northern-based band of incredible musicians and a charismatic frontman. They performed to a 25,000 strong crowd at Party In The Park and came in the top-ten of E4's urban sounds competition! more info..

£800 to £995