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Funk & Soul Bands in the South West

Funk and soul bands covering the whole of the South West

Finding the right funk and soul band is easier when you can see every option in one place. This page covers all of the South West, from Harbourside, Exeter, Falmouth, Taunton, Gloucester and Bournemouth, and every act listed travels to venues across the region for wedding receptions, corporate parties and big birthdays.

This region page covers Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. If you already know which area your venue is in, the links below take you to the page for that area, with venues and acts picked for it.

From Aldwick Court Farm and Upton Barn to Pengenna Manor, Homewood Park Hotel, Owlpen and Deans Court Dorset, the venues across the South West range from grand country houses to barns, hotels and city spaces. Our acts are used to adapting to all of them.

Not every funk and soul band does the same job. Within this category you'll find Motown, disco, funk and classic soul line-ups, many with brass, and knowing the feel you want for your wedding or event makes the choice much easier.

Since 1999, Hireaband has matched acts with clients right across the country. The funk and soul bands here all cover the South West and include PA, lighting and travel in the price. The instant quote button shows pricing and availability for your date in seconds.

What to know:

  • Budget £1,000 to £3,500 for most bookings
  • Every quote includes PA, lighting and travel
  • Travel within the South West is never added on later
  • Many acts offer longer or extra sets if you need them
  • Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund

Some venues have sound limiters, early finishes or restrictions on where acts can set up. Check these early, as they can decide which line-up is the better fit for your wedding or event.

Expect to pay from around £1,000 up to £3,500 or more for a larger line-up. The act, the date and your set times make the biggest difference. Every quote includes PA, lighting and travel, so nothing is added later.

Rather than a generic demo, every act's page shows the actual line-up you'd be booking, with videos, audio and a song list. Underneath are reviews from clients, often at venues you'll recognise.

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 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

Monte Carlo

London's Finest In Live Party Entertainment | With Line-ups From 3 To 12 Piece | Male & Female Vocals

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From £2,750

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 Weekend Beat

The Weekend Beat Know How To Fill The Dance Floor! | Various Line-ups & DJ Add-ons | Sax Included

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From £2,600

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Garden Party

Fresh, Stylish & Truly Awesome. Garden Party Are A Party Band Of The Very Highest Standard.

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From £3,995

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Soul 10

A massive soul machine with a horn section to blow your wedding or function guests away.

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From £2,690

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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We work with acts from £250 - £5,000+! We can certainly help you find the perfect entertainment that fits your style and budget - get in touch to get started.

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Atlantic Funk

A Seven Piece Funk, Soul & Disco Band With The Sole Aim Of Getting Your Party Dancing | 4-10 Piece Options

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From £1,895

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Soul Sugar

A Seven to Ten Piece Funk, Soul & Pop Band - Ideal For Any Event Requiring A Soulful Edge

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From £5,035

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

Uptown Groove

3 or 4 Piece Band | Brings A Full Band Sound | Ideal For A Limited Budget Or Space.

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From £1,835+VAT

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Havana

8 Piece Powerhouse Band | Female Vocals | Horn Section | Amazing Arrangements To Keep You Dancing

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From £3,350

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

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
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Working with a budget?

We work with acts from £250 - £5,000+! We can certainly help you find the perfect entertainment that fits your style and budget - get in touch to get started.

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The Milestones

One of the finest covers band the UK has to offer - in a league of their own | Funk, Soul & Motown Plus Chart Covers

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From £3,100

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Supertonic Music

11 Piece Band | Female & Male Vocals | 4 Piece Horn Section

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From £6,000+VAT

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Atlantic Groove

Six Piece Elite Band | Huge Range Of Songs | Male & Female Vocals | 5-11pc Options

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From £3,860+VAT

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Cherries

Five Piece Band | Female Vocals | Pop, Motown & Soul Covers

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From £1,105

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Stereo Saints

A High Energy Five Piece Party Band With Male & Female Vocals And Brass Section Add-On Option For Ultimate Versatility

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From £1,305

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

FAQs

The songs cross generations. Motown, disco and soul classics are recognised by almost every guest, so a funk and soul band gets people of all ages onto the dance floor — which is why it's one of the most popular choices for weddings and company parties.

Expect Motown and Stax classics, seventies funk and disco from acts like Chic, Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind & Fire, and soul-pop hits right up to the present day. Each band's page lists its full repertoire, and most will learn a first-dance or special request with enough notice.

If the room and budget allow, yes — saxophone and trumpet are what give funk and soul its punch. For smaller venues, a four or five-piece with strong vocals still delivers the songs well, and some bands can add horns just for the main sets.

Yes. Bands bring their own PA, lighting and usually a DJ playlist for between sets. They'll need floor space for the line-up and power sockets nearby, so it's worth checking both with your venue in the South West, along with any sound limiter.

From around £1,000 for a smaller line-up to £3,500 or more for a large band with horns. The number of musicians and the date make the biggest difference, and travel is always included in the quote.

Most play two 60-minute or three 40-minute sets during the evening, with a playlist between sets and after the band finishes. Many also offer an extra acoustic set or a later finish if you need it.

Reviews

(5)

“Hi James, Thank you so much, everyone really loved the band and I’ve had some really brilliant feedback from lots of our guests. It was fab music and you guys helped to create a wonderful atmosphere! Everyone had a really good dance – I seem to remember the dance floor being constantly occupied. Honestly, we couldn’t have asked for more. You set up very quickly and quietly and then produced some brilliant music.”

(5)

“Dear Hireaband - Very happy with Monte Carlo. The choice of music was good and they got people dancing. The manager of the venue also remarked that the guys were very pleasant and that she would recommend them in future. Only problem for me was I spent so much time talking to people I missed most of the second session. The problem with do's like this for the host!”

(5)

“Here at the Fox we threw a big party with Hot Piece of Brass as the main attraction. We knew it would be a great night, but we definitely didn't expect the huge turnout they brought with them. The dancefloor was packed all night and the band kept everyone going for hours. They were a pleasure to work with and a great band to get people in the party spirit!””

(5)

“Thanks for performing at my birthday party last week, you guys were totally awesome. As you were aware, everybody was up dancing for so much of the night, a few embarrassed friends are still recovering from their behaviour! I had such a fantastic night and it would never have been the same without your band playing. So many friends have asked about you, more business I’m sure.”

(5)

“Saw Domino on Saturday and have to say I'd recommend them to anyone! Talented musicians, stunning vocals, professional set up and their love of music is definitely infectious. They had people up dancing from beginning to end and couldn't leave the stage as everyone kept asking for more. Had a brilliant night and can't wait for the next gig. Not to be missed!”

(5)

“We booked Soul Sealed Delivered to play at our Christmas Party and we weren't disappointed. They were really professional and easy to deal with in the lead up to the event, and on the night they were fantastic. Their song list was great (not the usual ‘function band’ songs) and they had the dance floor full. We’ll definitely book them again for our next event.”

Local Venues in South West

Aldwick Court Farm

Aldwick Court Farm

Say your vows among the vines at a family farm below the Mendips, with a 17th-century barn, 11 acres of vineyard and wine grown on the doorstep.

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Upton Barn

Upton Barn

Restored farm buildings, a lavender-lined walled garden and Blackdown Hills views make Upton Barn near Cullompton a quietly lovely mid Devon wedding.

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Pengenna Manor

Pengenna Manor

Set in its own valley near Wadebridge, this 450-year-old manor offers nine licensed ceremony spots, rustic barns and 300 acres of Cornish quiet.

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Homewood Park Hotel

Homewood Park Hotel

A Georgian house above the Limpley Stoke valley with a Roman-inspired spa and a kitchen garden, Homewood near Bath does intimate beautifully.

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Owlpen

Owlpen

A Tudor manor hidden away in its own valley near Uley, with clipped yews, a medieval cyder barn and an estate that is yours for a whole weekend.

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Deans Court Dorset

Deans Court Dorset

An ancient garden, a chalk stream and a lakeside marquee, a short walk from Wimborne Minster. Deans Court has been one family's home for centuries.

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Winkworth Farm

Winkworth Farm

A restored Cotswold stone barn near Malmesbury with 200 acres of organic pasture, a sunken garden, a roundhouse and room for a proper party.

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Leigh Court

Leigh Court

A Palladian mansion in parkland on the Bristol side of the gorge, with a sweeping double staircase and a Great Hall you may know from the telly.

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Watermouth Cove

Watermouth Cove

A private cove, a clifftop viewpoint and 25 acres of North Devon coast: Watermouth Cove near Ilfracombe is a wedding you walk down to the sea for.

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Lusty Glaze

Lusty Glaze

A private cove on the edge of Newquay, reached by cliff steps, where you can marry on the sand and dance with the Atlantic just beyond the deck.

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St Audries Park

St Audries Park

A Victorian Gothic manor in 100 acres of deer park above the Somerset coast, St Audries near Taunton is yours from midday until the last song.

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Hyde House

Hyde House

A beautifully restored Victorian house and barn on the Fosseway near Stow-on-the-Wold, with 20 bedrooms so nobody leaves when the music stops.

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