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Simply Groove

From £1,475

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

From £1,475

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Overview

Simply Groove are an electrifying band that offers a unique take on the party and function band experience.

Made up of experienced professional musicians from the Cardiff music scene, Simply Groove's extensive repertoire blends classic dancefloor fillers with forgotten
gems from every era.

Whether it’s a high energy, all out full band sound with the trio or 4 piece band format, or more chilled out lounge/acoustic sets. No matter what age group or musical style(s) you have in mind for your event, Simply Groove able to tailor the setlist to suit any event size and keep the good times rolling!


The band approaches every event with energy, confidence and a high level of professionalism, making sure your event is one to remember!

Since forming in 2016 the band have played at weddings across the UK, as well as festivals and for clients such as IKEA, The Territorial Army, Za Za Bazaar, and Cardiff Half Marathon.

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Set list

2020s

Espresso - Sabrina Carpenter
Pink Pony Club - Chappell Roan
Bad Guy - Billie Eilish
Don’t Go Yet - Camila Cabello
As It Was - Harry Styles
Rasputin - Boney M (Majestic Remix)
Turn Around - Phats & Small

2010s

What's Love Got To Do With It - DNCE
Shut Up And Dance - Walk The Moon
Moves Like Jagger - Maroon 5
Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson, Bruno Mars
What You Know - Two Door Cinema Club

2000s

Mr Brightside - The Killers
Valerie - Mark Ronson / Amy Winehouse
Hey Ya - Outkast
Make Luv - Room 5
Golddigger - Kanye West, Jamie Foxx
Dakota - Stereophonics
Toxic - Britney Spears
Breathless - The Corrs
Hips Don't Lie - Shakira
Turn Me On - Kevin
Dancing In The Moonlight - Toploader
Beggin’ (Madcon Version)
Murder on The Dancefloor - Sophie Ellis-Bextor

90s

Free From Desire - Gala
Everybody (Backstreet's Back) - Backstreet Boys
Let Me Entertain You - Robbie Williams
Return Of The Mack - Mark Morrison
Here Comes The Hotstepper - Ini Kamoze
Livin La Vida Loca - Ricky Martin

80s

Somebody Else’s Guy - Jocelyn Brown
Shake A Tail Feather - Ray Charles & The Blues Brothers
Give It Up - KC And The Sunshine Band
I’m Still Standing - Elton John
Celebration - Kool & The Gang
Dancing In The Street (David Bowie & Mick Jagger version)
Give Me The Night - George Benson
Sweet Dreams - Eurthymics
Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan

70s

I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor
Signed Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder
Now That We’ve Found Love - Third World
September - Earth Wind And Fire
This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) - Natalie Cole
December 1963 - Franki Valli & The Four Seasons
Disco Inferno - The Tramps
Proud Mary - Ike & Tina Turner
Nutbush City Limits - Ike & Tina Turner
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight) - ABBA
Does Your Mother Know - ABBA
Long Train Runnin’ - The Doobie Brothers
Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder

50/60s

I’m A Believer - The Monkees
All Along The Watchtower - Bob Dylan (our very own Disco-ified version!)
Johnny B Goode - Chuck Berry
Stand By Me - Ben E. King
Respect - Aretha Franklin

Christmas songs

Merry Christmas Everyone (Shakin Stevens)

Reviews (28)

Luke and the guys played our NYE wedding and we loved having them play, they kept the party going all night and the dance floor was never empty. The music mixed in between sets was great too, it matched the mood of the evening perfectly. The guys went above and beyond to make the NYE wedding even more special for us! Couldn't recommend them enough!

Ace, kept us dancing all night and offered a great set list. Extremely nice people and top musicians!

We absolutely loved having this band play at our wedding at Priston Mill. They were super cool and instantly brought the vibes we were hoping for. They tailored their set perfectly to our preferences, and our guests couldn't stop talking about how much they enjoyed the music. Not only are they incredibly talented musicians, but they also have a great presence - stylish, relaxed, and so easy to work with. They made the whole atmosphere feel effortless and fun. Highly recommend!

Simply Groove recently played at our wedding in Stow on the Wold last week - from start to finish the guys were incredible - fantastic, friendly, fast communication - and incredible musicians who made our evening fantastic and a great party. Great sets that kept people wanting more! Hugely recommend. Great guys.

Played our wedding in rural Devon. Great communication in advance and learnt our first dance which they played perfectly. The two sets were a perfect mix of genres and eras meaning the dance floor was always full. The perfect wedding band!

Performed at our wedding on 16/05/25 and they were so good! They brought an amazing energy to the evening and kept our dance floor full all night! They learnt Rocketman for our first dance which was lovely! The DJ set they did at the end of the night was a great addition too to keep the party going!

Played at my wedding and were an absolute blast! One of the main priorities for our wedding was to have an absolute party in the evening and they delivered! My wife and I were partying on the dance floor all night long with our guests. They have a great repertoire of songs and let us provide some thoughts on what we wanted. Their execution was flawless with a great consistent style that brought a distinctive flavour to the evening. They were super flexible to work with and allowed us to throw a couple of curve balls their way, including working with a new saxophonist. Our guests have been overwhelmingly complimentary about them, with one couple requesting them for their own wedding! Highly recommended.

What a brilliant band! We had such a wonderful time dancing to the variety of songs! They were so professional and so patient given we were running behind schedule! This is the only band I will use going forward!

Great guys, they sounded amazing and all the guests loved their performance! First dance was executed perfectly, loved it! Always easy to communicate with in the lead up to our wedding day and they even were up for playing the most popular picks as voted by guests! Highly recommended for any occasion! Cheers!

The band were really great! They played at a company event to celebrate a small group of employees for their work. From the communication before the event, to setting up and packing away, they were all brill! Oh and they are also very talented, with a wide range of songs under their belts. They also did a set during the drinks reception with just singing and a keyboard, and this was also amazing! We will for sure keep these guys in mind for future events!

We booked Simply Groove to play at our wedding and they were absolutely amazing! We have had so many compliments from all the guests about how great they were. They were absolutely great to deal with - thanks so much guys, you smashed it!

We planned our wedding from New Zealand, i.e. all online, and both loved the sound and look of the band. Luke was really good on the comms. They were awesome! They played lots of bangers and our guests couldn't help but dance! Not only did they sound great, they looked the part too in their suits. We would highly recommend. EJJJ xx

Absolutely amazing band, great playlist, musicianship and really nice guys. They made our wedding party absolute buzz!

Played at our wedding last weekend in West Wales, they were absolutely fantastic. Incredible musicians. If you need a band, book these.

Booked to play at our wedding and WOW did they deliver! The band are an incredible group of musicians and entertainers who had the guests up dancing song after song! The communication beforehand was brilliant. A truly lovely group of chaps, would 100% recommend!

Brilliant band, loved the sound and what an amazing voice. They have a great selection of songs, really something for all ages. Our guests loved it and everyone was up dancing. Thank you for a great set.

We hired Simply Groove for our xmas party and they went down a storm. Really lovely bunch of lads, good communication prior to the gig and also on the day.
Staff had an amazing evening - thank you for making our night!!!

Simply Groove were absolutely fantastic, we couldn't have asked for a better wedding band! Their communication was great and on the night they arrived and set everything up in the background extremely quickly and professionally, without disrupting the rest of the evening. They even provided lighting as we only had a couple of small lights at the venue. Their song selection was perfect and their playing and vocals were incredible! We had so many compliments from our guests and they had people up and dancing from the very first song they played! On top of this, they were really nice friendly guys to deal with. I can't recommend them highly enough! Thanks again for a great night!

Awesome band! I've had so many comments on how good the music was at our wedding. They even learnt some special songs of us. Good price too. Thank you so much, we recommend them! xx

Bloody marvelous. Hired for our IKEA head office summer party. Totally smashed it!
Booking again for Xmas party! Well done guys

Absolutely brilliant! Lovely lads, great musicians. So glad we booked them for our wedding!

Played for our wedding at Santffraed house. They were incredible. Everyone loved them including our children who busted some great moves . Thank you again

We had Simply Groove play for the evening of our wedding. They were amazing!! Professional and lovely people. I couldn't leave the dance floor and people are still commenting now about how much they loved them. They even learnt a new song for us - thank you so much for being part of our big day

Great band, really made the night. Got everyone dancing and very professional. Would highly recommend. Thanks Simply Groove!

Loved our set from Simply Groove, they were exceptionally professional, prompt, talented and friendly. Our wedding guests loved the music and atmosphere they brought.

Saw this band on holiday in New Quay! They were brill! The energy in the room was incredible. 5 stars. Couldn't recommend them enough

I hired the lads for a school reunion, everyone had a great time and so many people complimented Simply Groove. I would 100% recommend, They were all top tier

Fantastic band!!! We have had them play for us several times at The Kings Arms and they always get everyone up and dancing. Thank you for the great variety of music and creating a wonderful summer vibe in our garden :)”

FAQs

How far in advance should we book?

As soon as you know your date, really. Popular dates (weekends, especially in summer) can book up 12+ months ahead, but we've also pulled off cracking gigs with just a few weeks' notice if we're free. The earlier you lock it in, the more choice you'll have.

How much do you charge?

You can use the instant quote button on this page to get a price straight away — your fee will appear on screen, and you'll also get a follow-up email confirming it. If we're available and you're happy with the price, get back in touch with the Hireaband team to secure the date. It's very much first come, first served, so if we're available, don't hesitate.

What's your payment and cancellation policy?

Hireaband will ask for a reservation fee to secure your date, with the remaining balance due before the event (your booking confirmation will have exact dates and amounts). If you need to cancel or postpone, get in touch as early as possible — the closer to the date, the harder it is for Hireaband to fill the slot, so the cancellation terms reflect that. Full details are in your booking agreement, but the Hireaband team are always happy to talk through the specifics.

What if any timings change after booking you?

No problem at all. We know that timings and details aren't always set in stone at the booking stage, and plans have a habit of evolving as your big day gets closer. We're happy to be flexible around changes to your schedule, and if you decide further down the line that you'd like to add on any extra services, just get in touch with the Hireaband team and they'll sort it out for you.

What should we expect if we've never booked a live band before?

Totally understandable if this all feels a bit new! Booking a band is a big part of your day, so we're here to make it as straightforward as possible. We've performed at countless weddings and events, and the Hireaband team will guide you through every step, from your initial enquiry right through to the big day itself. If you're ever unsure about anything, just ask — that's what we're here for.

Can we see you perform live before booking?

We don't always have public gigs to invite you to (weddings tend to be private!), but we're always happy to jump on a call and talk you through what to expect. A public performance will often be posted on this page too, so it's worth checking back — and if we do have one coming up, we'll gladly send details your way.

How much contact will we have with the band before the wedding?

Hireaband will put you in direct touch with us around 3 months before your date, so you can go through all the finer details together — song choices, timings, any special requests and so on. In the meantime, the Hireaband team are always on hand to answer any questions you have, so you're never left waiting.

How many songs will the band learn especially for me?

We're happy to learn your first dance or a special request. Other songs depend on the time frame given and what the songs are. We're always keen to learn new things, so do let us know and we'll try to accommodate as best we can for you.

Can we choose our own setlist?

Yes, within reason. We have a core set of crowd-pleasers that we know works brilliantly, and we're experts at reading a room and picking the right songs on the night to keep everyone dancing. We're also always happy to tweak the setlist based on your taste — send us a few "must plays" and a few "please avoids" and we'll build the night around them. Just bear in mind that learning brand new songs from scratch (aside from your first dance) depends on notice — see above!

Will you be able to do my first dance?

Given enough notice, yes. It takes a while for us to rehearse a song to the high standards that we set ourselves. If you can give us at least 8 weeks' notice, that should be fine. The song also has to be suitable for a band. If we can't do it justice, then we can put it on an iPod and go seamlessly into our set at the end of it.

How much space does the band need?

This will vary depending on the size of the band and the setup on the night, but we've performed at a huge variety of venues and can comfortably fit into most spaces that have hosted a live band before. If your venue has anything a little unusual about it, we can usually find a way to make it work, so just get in touch if you're not sure and we'll be happy to advise.

Can you change the size of your line-up?

Yes — we can play as a high-energy full band in a trio or four-piece format, or offer a more chilled-out lounge/acoustic set, so we can tailor things to suit any event size.

Have you performed for any well-known clients?

Yes — since forming in 2016 we've played weddings across the UK as well as festivals, and for clients including IKEA, The Territorial Army, Za Za Bazaar and the Cardiff Half Marathon.

How long do you take to set up?

We ask for around an hour to set up and check everything is working, but if it needs to be shorter, just let us know and we'll always accommodate as best we can.

How far will you travel?

We regularly perform all over the country, so distance really is no object, but we will require an additional fee for travel and may need bed and breakfast arranged for us. Any price you receive already includes travel costs, so there won't be any surprise extras on top.

Will we need to feed you?

It depends on timings, but generally some hot food would be hugely appreciated. It doesn't have to be anything fancy. Normally a catering company will provide a 'crew meal' as part of their package, or we're happy to have evening food that's already available.

What do you wear?

We tend to be 'smart casual' as in our pictures and video. However, we can be smarter or more casual depending on your event and requirements.

How long do you perform for?

As standard, we provide 2 x 1hr or 3 x 40 minute sets as required on the night, up until midnight. We can play past midnight, but it can incur an additional fee. We are flexible though and will always try to accommodate your requirements. We can also add an additional 1hr set for a small fee!

Do you take breaks, and what happens to the music then?

Yes, we'll take short breaks between sets to grab a drink and catch our breath! During these breaks we'll have background music playing through our own PA system, so there's never a dead moment on the dancefloor. Just let us know if you have a particular playlist or Spotify account you'd like us to use.

Will the band provide a DJ service?

Yes, as standard we provide a playlist DJ service whenever we're not performing — so between sets and after our last set, right up until midnight (or your curfew if earlier). These are tried-and-tested playlists that we've refined over countless events, but you're also welcome to send us your own playlist to play instead. If you'd like a bit more than that, we offer an upgrade to a manned DJ service, where a band member stays on hand throughout to look after the music and take requests on the night.

Can you arrive earlier and finish later?

Our standard on-site time runs from 6pm to midnight, but we're happy to be flexible around your schedule. Whether you need us there earlier for an afternoon slot or performing later into the night, just let us know your requirements and we'll do our best to accommodate — additional fees may apply for extended hours.

Do you offer any optional extras?

Yes! On top of our standard package, we can offer a range of optional extras for an additional fee — things like extra performance sets, a manned DJ service, acoustic sets for your ceremony or drinks reception, and more. Just let us know what you have in mind and we'll see what we can put together for your day.

Do you provide all your own equipment?

Yes, all we need is a clear area in which to set up and a power supply.

Are you insured and PAT tested?

Yes to both. We carry full public liability insurance, and all our equipment is PAT tested annually. Hireaband will send your venue any certification that's required.

Can you work with sound limiters?

Yes. We don't 'love' them, but we absolutely can work within them.

What happens if one of the band is ill on the day of my event?

We have a network of fellow musicians that we can call on to stand in on the rare occasion one of the band is ill. On top of that, Hireaband is the UK's biggest entertainment agency and has access to dozens of wedding bands in your area even at the very last minute. However, we've never missed a gig yet.

Further Info

Line-Up

  • Default Line Up
  • Male Vocals & Bass
  • Guitar & BVs
  • Keys & BVs
  • Drums
  • Additional Line Up Options
  • Sax

Performance Times

Booking Add-ons

  • Manned DJ Service
  • Late Finish (After Midnight)
  • Early Arrival
  • Additional 1hr Set

Provided by the Act

  • PA System
  • Complimentary Unmanned DJ Service (when not performing)
  • Able To Work With Sound Limiters
  • Stage Lighting
  • Public Liability Insurance & PAT Tested Equipment

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