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The Chosen Few

From £1,555

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

From £1,555

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Overview

The Chosen Few. Wow, just wow! Featuring some of the most talented musicians the UK has to offer, here we have a wedding and function band that truly delivers and then some. Whether its smooth soulful classics you're after or banging party tunes from across the past six decades, you really have come to the right place.

The Chosen Few can guarantee you a unique, exciting, energetic performance and live music experience. The band has a multitude of multi instrumentalists which gives it a fantastic edge and charisma, setting them aside from their peers and each musician is of a premium quality. With clearly apparent ease, they seamlessly cover soul, pop, funk and rock with a style and originality that is all their own. 

The Chosen Few is a band who take complete pride in what they do, and they do it very well. They're an ensemble of multi-genre musicians with enviable experience in a wide variety of different engagements; from weddings & corporate events to private parties, special occasions and restaurants / bars.

They come in a 4 Piece line-up featuring male vocals, guitar, bass and drums. The band also offer daytime add-on options of an acoustic duo or trio, perfect for drinks receptions.

The Chosen Few have an awesome repertoire that stretches beyond just the present day and back to the 50's, 60's 70's & 80's. The Chosen Few are without doubt sure to get your party started and have something for all ages! For an instant quote and availability check just fill in the quick enquiry form or add the band to your shortlist so you only have to fill in one form for all your favourites.

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Set list

I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor - Arctic Monkeys
Wake Me Up - Avicii
Can’t Get Enough - Bad Company
Hey Jude - The Beatles
Lovely Day - Bill Withers
Everybody Needs Somebody - Blues Brothers
Dancing In The Dark - Bruce Springsteen
Summer of 69 - Bruce Springsteen
Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars
Ever Fallen in Love - The Buzzcocks
Forget You - CeeLo Green
Get Lucky - Daft Punk
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac
Times Like These - Foo Fighters
Chelsea Dagger - The Fratellis
Iris - Goo Goo Dolls
Mr Brightside - The Killers
Sex on Fire - Kings of Leon
Use Somebody - Kings of Leon
All Day and All of the Night - The Kinks
My Sharona - The Knack
Are You Gonna Go My Way - Lenny Kravitz
Never Too Much - Luther Vandross
Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd
Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
I’m a Believer - The Monkees
Counting Stars - One Republic
Dock Of The Bay - Otis Reading
Hey Ya - Outkast
500 Miles - The Proclaimers
Human - Rag n Bone Man
Livin La Vida Loca - Ricky Martin
Addicted To Love - Robert Palmer
All Star - Smash Mouth
Stuck In The Middle - Stealers Wheel
Dakota - Stereophonics
Handbags and the Gladrags - Stereophonics
Signed Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Proud Mary - Tina Turner
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Shut Up and Dance - Walk the Moon
Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus
Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett
Valerie - The Zutons

Reviews (28)

The Chosen Few

Friendly, approachable, accommodating and (most of all) got everyone on their feet dancing! 10/10 would recommend

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Thank you so much to The Chosen Few. They were absolutely amazing for our wedding night. From the very start of the performance the dance floor was full. The band were so friendly when off stage and lovely to chat to. They gave everything in both sets and everyone commented on how good they were. Our wedding venue is a big live music venue and The Chosen Few did it absolute justice which is just what we wanted. Can not recommend enough!

The Chosen Few

The band were great! Everyone at the wedding enjoyed it!

The Chosen Few

The band were great I highly recommend them. The band were very professional and approachable. The music was brilliant and the band really knew how to get everyone on the dance floor.

The communication up to and on the day was ideal.

The Chosen Few

The band were brilliant, all guests danced and hoarse from singing along. Absolutely fantastic and great fun. Many guests commented on it being the best wedding they've been to. This is by far an acknowledgement of the band and a brilliant performance.

The Chosen Few

100% recommend The Chosen Few! They put on an absolutely amazing set for our marquee wedding. The dancefloor was full the whole night and all of our guests commented on how entertaining they were. Our guests ranged from age 3 to 75 and everyone loved them! All the guys were so friendly and professional throughout the evening. My new husband and I would not hesitate to recommend this band for any event!

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I just wanted to message you and say how absolutely amazing the band were. Honestly, it was the best day of our lives and the dancefloor was full the whole night. I will 100% recommend your company and this band to everyone! They made our night and I cannot thank you enough!

The Chosen Few

We couldn't have asked for a better band - or a more fun group of people!

The Chosen Few were phenomenal, they got everyone dancing and really made the night - you know it's going to be good when they announce "and now we're going to play the entire Shrek soundtrack!".

A huge thank you from Jon and I for helping to fill our day with music.

The Chosen Few

We spent a very long time looking for the perfect band for our wedding and these guys did not disappoint. I can honestly say they made our night. The dance floor was never empty and even my wife's 88-year-old grandfather was dancing. We had many comments throughout the night saying how great the performance and playlist was and I would recommend The Chosen Few to everyone who wants an unforgettable night.

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I just wanted to write of how impressed we (and all the guests) were with the chosen few. Carl and the boys were absolutely fantastic - great energy, chemistry and vocals!

We absolutely loved having them play at our wedding and have had so many people ask about them!

We definitely will be recommending them to anyone else who is looking for a band.

The Chosen Few

The Chosen Few were absolutely amazing. They made our wedding day so special and they were brilliant. Everyone is still talking about them to us, and many have said how impressive they are. Lovely guys, very friendly and talented. Highly recommend!

The Chosen Few

Absolutely loved the band, as did our guests. Small hiccup with the layout of the venue but the guys worked around this, they were really professional but laid back and fun which is what we wanted and the set list was fab! Would definitely recommend xx

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Loved the band. Thanks so much to the Chosen Few.

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We coulnd't have been happier with our band. The Chosen Few were just so nice to deal with but the really impressive part is when they started to play and just blew us all away. I know most newlyweds will say this, but I've never had so much fun at a wedding - totally made our day - thanks to Carl and the boys!

The Chosen Few

Delivered a brilliant evening of entertainment as usual. This is the second time we've booked The Chosen Few for our events. I've already been in touch with Hireaband to secure them for next year. If you're looking for a talented, professional band, these are your guys.

The Chosen Few

The Chosen Few were absolutely sensational! They really did make our evening a one to remember. The dance floor was never empty which is what we wanted, and everyone commented on how great the band was! we all had a fantastic time, and all of the Chosen Few (sax player included) were amazing!

Thank you all so much for making our special day so memorable and enjoyable! I would highly recommend you guys, and Hireaband to anyone that was planning any kind of major event where fun was to be had!

The Chosen Few

This band of delightful young gentlemen far exceeded all of our expectations. Extremely professional and their performance was absolutely brilliant. We recommend them and intend to book them again in the future.

The Chosen Few

The band were amazing from start to finish. The schedule of events at my daughters wedding ran a bit later than expected - but the band were adaptable helpful and friendly, but most of all excellent musicians. The party atmosphere buzzed and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.

The Chosen Few

You were fantastic and everyone is still talking about the band. Thank you.

The Chosen Few

You were absolutely amazing, thank you so much! Everybody has commented on how good you all were!!!

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I am really happy in general with the band's performance and dealing with hire a band in general. Thanks very much for all your help, and the guys were awesome.

The Chosen Few

What a day Saturday was! I can’t believe its all over !!!!
Thanks so much for arranging the The Chosen Few for me, they were simply outstanding. Really nice lads too. I genuinely couldn’t have wished for a better live band.
Please thank Carl and the guys for me and let them know we are fans for life, my wife is 40 next year and I insist The Chosen Few play for us again. Can I book them now?
Once again, thank you to everyone.
Equally fantastic were the folks at Hireaband. Great communication and courtesy extended throughout the whole process, wonderful people!

The Chosen Few

The guys were brilliant, professional musicians and a lot of fun. Highly recommend.

The Chosen Few

We really enjoyed the performance of the band and the comments from our guests were extremely positive with a few of them looking to book the band for their own occasions. They were everything we were looking for on our wedding reception, they took control of the entertainment so that we did not have to worry about anything.

The Chosen Few

Absolutely fantastic. Been talk of the pub all day. Anybody thinking about booking a band, should definitely book The Chosen Few... Great lads, great music.

The Chosen Few

Hi Lee, the band was very professional and were simply perfect. They got the guests onto their feet very successfully. I needed two days of rest to recover from all that Frenzy! Thanks Kenny & Co., thoroughly recommended. Thank You for arranging.

The Chosen Few

Recommend you book these lads! Great night of music, I certainly will be.

The Chosen Few

I booked The Chosen Few for our wedding and I can honestly say that they made the night. Totally professional and talented. Thanks guys!

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 the 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.

Do The Chosen Few offer a daytime acoustic set for the ceremony or drinks reception?

Yes - alongside their full 4-piece line-up, The Chosen Few can offer a daytime acoustic duo or trio, perfect for a ceremony or drinks reception before the main event. Just let us know what you have in mind.

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
  • Guitar
  • Bass
  • Drums

Performance Times

Booking Add-ons

  • Early Arrival
  • Additional 1hr Set
  • Late Finish (After Midnight)
  • Daytime Acoustic Duo
  • Daytime Acoustic Trio

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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