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Function Bands in Swansea

Party and function bands in Swansea

Nothing gets a party going like a live band. Guests who would stand around chatting through a playlist tend to get up once the band starts, and the atmosphere builds from there. Function bands covering Swansea play soul, pop, rock and party classics for audiences of every age.

Swansea has plenty of places to hold a party, from Parc Le Breos House and Oxwich Bay Hotel to Craig y Nos Castle. The bands on this page travel right across the area, including Llanelli, Neath and the Gower, and can play a marquee in a back garden just as easily as a function room.

Function bands come in many styles. Some focus on soul and Motown, some on pop and chart hits, and others on rock, indie or decade-themed sets. Their song lists show exactly what each one plays, so you can match the band to the crowd.

Since 1999, Hireaband has supplied live bands for celebrations of every size. The bands listed here all travel to Swansea, bring their own PA and stage lighting, and include travel in the price. The instant quote button shows pricing and availability for your date in seconds.

What to know:

  • Budget £1,200 to £2,400 for most line-ups, with weekday dates often costing less
  • Every quote includes the band's PA, stage lighting and travel
  • Playlist music is provided between sets, so there's no silence
  • Bands play marquees and homes as well as function rooms
  • Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund

Space matters more than guest numbers. A three or four-piece suits most function rooms and a modest marquee, giving enough sound to fill a dance floor without overwhelming the room. A bigger marquee or larger hotel room carries a six to eight-piece easily, with brass or an extra vocalist adding weight.

A three or four-piece typically starts from around £1,200, while a six-piece or a band with brass can reach £2,400 or more. December and summer Saturdays are the busiest dates. The price in your quote includes PA, lighting and travel, so it won't change once you've booked.

Rather than a generic demo, every band's page shows the actual line-up you'd be booking, with videos, audio and a song list. Underneath are reviews from clients who have already booked them, often at venues you'll recognise. Between them you'll have a clear picture of the party well before the day.

Use the instant quote button on this page to see prices and availability for your date. Once you've chosen an act, we handle the contract, the deposit and the arrangements, and stay in touch through to the day. Every booking includes a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and an emergency contact line is available on the day if anything needs sorting quickly.

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The Tommy Guns

The Ultimate Four Piece Wedding & Party Band Performing Rock & Pop Hits From Across The Generations

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From £2,420

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

UpTones

Powerhouse Female Vocals | Modern & Classics Song List | Amazing Reviews

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From £2200

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Kickback

Possibly The Finest Wedding & Function Band Around | Male Vocals Pop & Rock | Horn Section Add-on

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From £1,240

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Mirror

Ultra talented 7 piece | Quality Female Vocals | Powerhouse horn section.

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From £3,000

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Empire

Engaging, energetic and in demand. Empire turn your event up to eleven!

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From £1,500

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Stereo Jack

A musical rollercoaster of Pop, Dance, Garage and DnB hits from the last 30 years, filling the dancefloor with their signature mashups, medleys and remixes

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From £1,480

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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Tommy & Sons

Three or Four Piece Folk Style Covers Band | Roaming or Static Options Available.

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From £2,020

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Tommy & The Big Guns

6 Piece Band | Horn Section | The Tommy Guns' Big Brother

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From £3,070

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Third Wheel

Three Piece Band | Male Vocals | Huge Live Energy

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From £1,140

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The 365s

Four Piece Band | Male Vocals | Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums | Smooth As Silk And Know How To Work A Dancefloor

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From £1,685

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Brooklyn

5 Piece Band | Male Vocals | Horn Section

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From £2,165

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Central Park

Four Piece Roaming Band | Wedding or Corporate Events | Perfect Addition To Any Event

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From £1,550

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Juno

Four Piece Band | Male Vocals | Learn First Dance | Pop & Rock Favourites

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From £1,395

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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The Voltaires

Male Vocals | 3 Piece Line-up | Pop & Rock From All Generations

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From £1,250

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Verge

Young, Modern and Versatile | Massive Repertoire | 4+ Piece | Female Vocals | Horn Section Add-on

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From £1,900

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Wanderers

Mumford Folk Meets Pop & Rock. Available Static or Roaming.

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From £2,160

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Martinis

Wedding & Function Bands Don't Come Better Than This. All Genres, Male & Female Vocals, They Have It All.

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From £2,200

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Brando

Brando tick all the boxes...and then some! A live music phenomenon, this wedding and function band is a must have.

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From £3,600

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

FAQs

Nothing in the band itself; the difference is the occasion. The same acts that play weddings play parties, and the set list is built the same way — a strong mix of songs that fills a dance floor.

Yes, this is one of the most common bookings — same process, same instant quote, same PA and lighting included.

Yes, a marquee in a garden is one of the most common Function Bands settings, and the same band can just as easily play a hotel function room the next weekend.

Mainly power and space — a band will usually ask what's available before the day so the line-up and setup fit comfortably.

Typically £1,200 to £2,400, depending mainly on line-up size and the date — PA, lighting and travel are always included in the quote.

Most parties book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday when dates go quickly.

Reviews

(5)

“Lee, the band 11am Somewhere were superb. They played a stomping set, got everyone dancing and made the party great fun. So many of my guests made an effort to come and tell me how much they enjoyed the band. Highly recommended! Best wishes, Ashu”

(5)

“The Supernaturals had so much energy and created a really fantastic atmosphere - the party was fantastic success and I'd recommend them to anyone looking for a high quality function band.”

(5)

“I just wanted to say thanks for the great night at my 60th party! Everyone enjoyed your performance, especially those writhing hips, absolutely brilliant performance as Tom Jones.The whole night went to plan from beginning to end.You made it a night to remember, it didn't last long enough. I will certainly be recommending you.”

(5)

“Abbatone’s were fantastic.
Both girls provided provided excellent entertainment. My daughters party was excellent and everyone who attended have been raving about the group. Will most certainly be booking them for any future events. Thank you”

(5)

“Guys were great, catered to all our needs and dressed to the theme of party.
Great music, great vibe and a great night , Thank you all.”

(5)

“What can I say but echo every single person at my party. You raised the roof! Absolutely brilliant, professional, entertaining, audience participation; spot-on.”

Local Venues in Swansea

Parc Le Breos House

Parc Le Breos House

A Georgian country house on the Gower Peninsula, set in its own grounds near ancient woodland and coastline.

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Sketty Hall

Sketty Hall

A Georgian mansion set in Swansea's Singleton Park, used as a wedding and private events venue.

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Oxwich Bay Hotel

Oxwich Bay Hotel

A coastal hotel overlooking Oxwich Bay on the Gower Peninsula, with sea-view function space.

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Oldwalls Gower

Oldwalls Gower

A converted 17th-century farmhouse and barn wedding venue set in gardens on the Gower Peninsula.

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Fairyhill

Fairyhill

A country house hotel set in 24 acres of Gower parkland and woodland near Reynoldston.

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Craig y Nos Castle

Craig y Nos Castle

A Victorian castle in the Upper Swansea Valley, once home to opera singer Adelina Patti.

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Brangwyn Hall

Brangwyn Hall

A grand concert hall inside Swansea's Guildhall, known for its large Brangwyn murals.

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King Arthur Hotel

King Arthur Hotel

A traditional inn and hotel in Reynoldston on the Gower Peninsula, with its own function room.

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Morgans Hotel

Morgans Hotel

A boutique hotel in a former Port Authority building in Swansea's Maritime Quarter.

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