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The Covers Brothers
Overview
The Covers Brothers have been playing together for over 15 years, and when you hear their perfect harmonies, you can tell they're brothers!
Steven and Paul offer a wide range of acoustic songs that span 6 decades, so there is quite literally something for everyone! With their years of experience, The Covers Brothers know how to read the room and provide the perfect atmosphere for your drinks reception or wedding ceremony.
Whether your walking down the aisle, signing the register or wanting to entertain your guests whilst you get your photos taken, The Covers Brothers' 10 years experience will allow them to create the perfect vibe for your big day!
Have a look at their sample set list to see their decade-spanning repertoire and give their video a watch to see the boys live in action!
Booking The Covers Brothers couldn’t be easier - you can get an instant quote and availability check just by filling in the quick enquiry form on our website. Do you have other bands in mind but these guys tickle your fancy? Simply add The Covers Brothers to your shortlist and receive instant quotes and availability for all the bands you like the look of! Easy peasy!
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Set list
Sit Down - James
Laid - James
Devil in Disguise -Elvis Presley
Suspicious minds -Elvis Presley
Thats alright Mama -Elvis Presley
Heartbreak hotel - Elvis Presley
She bangs the Drums - The Stone Roses
Waterfall - The Stone Roses
Walk of life - Dire Straits
Sultans of swing Dire Straits
So far away. Dire Straits
Locked Out -Crowded House
Weather with you -Crowded House
Fall at your feet -Crowded House
Four seasons in one day -Crowded House
Distant sun -Crowded House
There goes god -Crowded House
Its Only Natural -Crowded House
All these things that I have done - The Killers
Alright - Supergrass
Back For Good - Take That
Faith - George Michael
Crazy little thing called love - Queen
Im still standing - Elton John
I guess thats why they call it the blues - Elton John
Does your mother know? - Abba
Friday Im in love - The Cure
Is she really going out with him? - Joe Jackson
One Day like This - Elbow
American Pie - Don McClean
Rhinestone Cowboy - Glen Campbell
Ring of fire - Johnny Cash
Shiny happy people - R.E.M
Man On The Moon - R.E.M
Losing My Religion - R.E.M
Stuck in the middle - Stealers Wheel
Stayin alive - Bee Gees
High and Dry - Radiohead
Creep - Radiohead
Yellow - Coldplay
Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
Throw your arms around me - Hunters and Collectors
Time to pretend - MGMT
Wild Wood - Paul Weller
Wired for sound - Cliff Richard
Youve lost that loving feeling - The Righteous Brothers
Sex On Fire - Kings of Leon
The Bucket - Kings of Leon
Homeward bound - Simon and Garfunkel
Mrs Robinson - Simon and Garfunkel
Keep the customer satisfied- Simon and Garfunkel
The Boxer - Simon and Garfunkel
Diamonds on the soles of her shoes - Paul Simon
Graceland - Paul Simon
All I have to do is dream - The Everly Brothers
Bye Bye Love - The Everly Brothers
Wake up little Susie - The Everly Brothers
Baker Street - Gerry Rafferty
Here comes the Sun - The Beatles
Lady Madonna - The Beatles
One after 909 - The Beatles
Something - The Beatles
The Ballad of John and Yoko - The Beatles
Back in the USSR - The Beatles
I Feel Fine - The Beatles
Norwegian wood - The Beatles
Ive just seen a face - The Beatles
Rockin Chair - Oasis
Wonderwall - Oasis
Live Forever - Oasis
Shes Electric - Oasis
Dont Look back in Anger - Oasis
Cigarettes & Alcohol - Oasis
Supersonic- Oasis
Digsy's Diner - Oasis
Smooth Criminal - Michael Jackson
Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
Black or white - Michael Jackson
(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher - Jackie Wilson
Daydream believer - The Monkees
Im a believer - The Monkees
Parklife - Blur
This is a low - Blur
Charmless man - Blur
Country House - Blur
Go your own way - Fleetwood Mac
Never going back again - Fleetwood Mac
Big Love - Fleetwood Mac
Landslide - Fleetwood Mac
Drugs dont work - The Verve
Sonnet - The Verve
Waterloo Sunset - The Kinks
With or without you - U2
One - U2
Angel Of Harlem - U2
Last Time - The Rolling Stones
Brown Sugar - The Rolling Stones
Last Nite - The Strokes
Some Day - The Strokes
Town called malice - The Jam
Thats entertainment - The Jam
There is a light that never goes out - The Smiths
Star Man - David Bowie
Ziggy Stardust - David Bowie
Subterranean homesick blues - Bob Dylan
Like a Rolling Stone - Bob Dylan
Rockin' around the Christmas Tree - Brenda Lee
Merry Christmas Everyone - Shakin' Stevens
Merry Christmas Everybody - Slade
Happy Christmas (War Is Over) - John Lennon
Last Christmas - Wham
Handle With Care - The Travelling Wilbury's
Got my mind set on you - George Harrison
Reviews (6)
The Covers Brothers always entertain. No matter who's in the crowd, by the end of the night they'll have them all up and dancing. A definite must book band'
Hired The Cover Brothers for my engagement do. They were great, as I knew they would be. As always, good harmonies and fun on stage presence. Had many compliments about them after the event, and they even let me help to choose the songs they performed. Would recommend.
We were absolutely delighted with The Cover Brother's set at our wedding. What a great setlist, they got everyone up dancing and even played our requests! Great job!
The Covers Brothers were absolutely fantastic at my Dad's surprise birthday party, it was a brilliant night enjoyed by all. Highly recommended!
Both my husband and I (and many of our friends) have seen The Cover Brothers several times - we even had them play at a private party last year. They have always been a superb act, whether playing their original material or covers. They are the best local act we have ever seen!
Steven and Paul have worked for me at three venues successfully for the last two years. The Orange Tree Derby, The Risley Park and The Hunting Lodge. The lads have been a dream to deal with and have never showed up late, cancelled last minute or caused any issues at all. All venue feedback has been fantastic and they’ve never failed to bring the house down. I have 25 acts on rotation at The Orange Tree and their first choice was the Covers Brothers this New Years. They absolutely smashed it! Cheers boys!
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.
What kind of music do The Covers Brothers play?
We're a duo of real-life brothers with over 15 years of playing together, so our harmonies come naturally. We cover acoustic songs spanning 6 decades, so there's genuinely something for every generation of your guests.
Are The Covers Brothers suitable for a ceremony or drinks reception?
Absolutely — it's one of the things we specialise in. Whether you're walking down the aisle, signing the register, or entertaining guests during photos, we know how to read the room and set the perfect atmosphere.
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.
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