30 SEPTEMBER 2020 (Updated 12 MAY 2023)
Blog post by Adam Southall
Estimated read time: 4 minutes
In this blog post, we'll list out the 12 most popular roaming wedding bands in the UK on FixTheMusic, based on the number of their confirmed bookings in 2023 and 2024.
The UK is home to some of the finest interactive and immersive roaming bands in Europe...bands that perform regularly at high-end corporate events and celebrity weddings. These bands are perfect for music at your wedding drinks reception or during the wedding breakfast, and also getting the party started later in the evening.
You'll see that there is a huge range of styles and that many of the cover bands offer something a bit different to make your event truly memorable. Most of our roaming bands perform unplugged and without any amplification - but we're also proud to represent the UK's finest amplified roaming bands.
Roaming wedding bands on FixTheMusic have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment (if they use any amplification).
Here's the list of the 12 best roaming bands in the UK for 2023...
1. NOMAD
2. The London Roaming Band
3. Wandering Three
4. Roaming Beats
5. The London Brass Roamers
6. The Ferrymen
7. Starboard
8. The Free Roamers
9. The Roaming Folks
10. Roaming About
11. The Walkmen
12. Roaming All Stars
So let's take a closer look at the most in-demand roaming bands in the UK this year...
1. NOMAD
Average booking price: £4,000 - £7,000 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
NOMAD is a carefully sculpted, slick and totally innovative music entertainment trio and quartet.
The outfit was formed to create something unique for the entertainment world, which brought to life a vision of a small, dapper roaming band, able to deliver a big dance floor sound, while weaving through rooms, interacting with guests.
We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah Hotel in Egypt, Borgo Sant'Ambrogio in Italy, Sky Garden in London and La Baronía in Barcelona, Spain.
NOMAD are one of the UK's only electric / amplified roaming bands. This is made possible by the unique addition of a musically involved sound engineer, who works wizardry with wireless technology. Wow.
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NOMAD's band members are all seasoned entertainers from established backgrounds - sharp presentation and honed audience-sensitive charm set this outfit well apart from the rest. Their set is full of cool hits, often put together in a clever mashup.
Previous clients include Facebook, Google, Manchester United Football Club, Ted Baker, Coca Cola and Hampton Court Palace, amongst many other prestigious organisations and venues.
The band is highly experienced at performing outside the UK. They have recently travelled to and have upcoming events in Malta, France, Italy, Spain, Egypt, Greece and Portugal. The band also recently performed at the Singapore Grand Prix.
Their performance at a destination wedding in Barcelona was recently featured as a real wedding in Whimsical Wonderland Weddings.
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
- Domaine de Canaille, Cassis, France
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah Hotel, Egypt
- Nobu Hotel, Portman Square, London, UK
- La Baronía, Sant Feliu de Codines, Barcelona, Spain
- Fangar Vell, Campanet, Mallorca
- Finca La Donaira, Calle Fuente, El Gastor, Cadiz, Spain
- Finca Son Berga Eventos, Alaro, Mallorca
- Locanda in Tuscany, Siena, Italy
- Finca Comassema, Mallorca
- Finca Son Termes, Mallorca
- Finca Biniorella, Andratx, Mallorca
- Castell d´Empordà, Girona, Spain
So if you're looking for the finest pop covers roaming band London has to offer, get in touch with NOMAD.
Duo Option
If you like the look of NOMAD, but 4 musicians stretches the budget, we have just released a condensed duo version: NOMAD Lite. Led by a singer or singer/guitarist and supported by the drummer who has all the other instruments stored in his live drum machine, triggered on the fly. All the sound, sass, mobility and interaction of the full complement - just smaller. Sax or an extra singer can be added.
We are forever gauging dance floors around the world and keeping an ear to the ground for the freshest party tunes. The sample set list provided here shows examples of places we like to go.
Please note that NOMAD operates as a family of no-compromise musicians, who are the best in London for this show and at the very top of their game. This means that the band may not have all members from promotional footage. The set list is indicative only and will vary according to the singer.
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2. The London Roaming Band
Average booking price: £4,000 - £6,000 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
The London Roaming Band are the ultimate roaming band for weddings and events!
Unlike most acts of this nature, they come with a fully wireless, portable PA (as you can see in our videos) which we can easily roll around a venue, or plug into a larger system.
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We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Wasing Park in Berkshire and Amazon Office in Holborn, London.
What this means is that you get all of the fun and interaction of a roaming band but with the even coverage and volume that a larger venue often needs.
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Musically, think playful gypsy style mashups with four-part harmonies of Drake and Bob Marley, or an intricately woven UK garage medley with a smattering of Buena Vista for good measure.
Whether you'd like your guests entertained during an outdoor drinks reception or kept dancing on into the night, The London Roaming Band have got it covered.
Why not give your guests something a little different when it comes to live music on your big day?
Without needing to set up a bulky PA, The London Roaming Band can spring up pretty much anywhere to play some music.
From surprise proposals in the park to performances on the Thames, they can go wherever you want them to!
With past clients including Google, Amazon, Credit Suisse, BMW and Cadburys, you can trust The London Roaming Band to deliver the perfect level of quirk to your corporate event.
You want the band to be mobile. You want the band to be heard.
The London Roaming Band is truly unique in its ability to deliver in both respects with this bespoke mobile PA unit which has been designed and built specifically for the project.
Providing they have room to move and step-free access, the band can play songs in different parts of a room or open space within the same set. Not a wire in sight.
The volume is easily adjustable too so that they can effortlessly slip from background music into party mode.
Alternatively, for bigger events, the band can provide an onsite AV team with a perfectly balanced audio signal to feed directly into the sound reinforcement already in place.
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
- Ibiza, Spain
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Tuscany, Italy
- Wasing Park, Reading, UK
- Amazon London Office, Holborn Viaduct
- Devere Latimer Estate
- Kings Chapel, High Street, Amersham, UK
- Dermal Laboratories Ltd, Gosmore, Hitchin
So if you're looking to hire the finest roaming band London has to offer for your wedding or event, please get in touch.
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3. Wandering Three
Average booking price: £2,000 - £4,500 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
Wandering Three are London’s fresh, high-energy acoustic roaming band.
With no need for a PA, Wandering Three take no time to set up and can perform anywhere you need. They can roam around the guests at your event, entertaining them in small groups and playing their requests.
Or show them a stage and they'll fiddle the house down!
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4. Roaming Beats
Average booking price: £2,302 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
Roaming Beats are an acoustic roaming band, perfect for any wedding, corporate event or party where you want the guests singing at the top of their voices, shaking their bums or simply tapping their feet.
We will roam around the guests breaking the ice, warming the voices and tickling the funny bone.
We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Château Rigaud in Mouliets-et-Villemartin, France.
We're taking bookings right now for any occasion. Whether you want an acoustic set up in your front room or in a big banquet hall, we are at your service.
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Delivering four-part harmonies and fun-filled funky performances, we will transform your occasion into a party atmosphere that only high-quality musicianship can provide.
We pride ourselves on our interesting arrangements, fun mash-ups and medleys but also enjoy playing songs in their original forms too. We have a number of sets to choose from or can mix them up according to your preference.
We can provide an acoustic or an amplified performance with our PA system, and we guarantee an entertaining party atmosphere. They regularly perform at weddings, parties, corporate events and festivals.
So if you're looking for the finest acoustic roaming band London has to offer, make an enquiry!
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
- Château Rigaud, Mouliets-et-Villemartin, France
- Saignon, France
- Mallorca, Spain
- Ardencote Hotel, The Cumsey, Claverdon, Warwickshire
- Ham Yard Hotel, London, UK
- Godwick Great Barn, King's Lynn, UK
- Coal Office Restaurant, Bagley Walk, London, UK
- The Oak Tree of Peover, Back Lane, Knutsford
- Hidden River Cabins, Longtown, Carlisle, UK
- Syon Park, Brent Lea, Brentford, London
- Euridge, Chippenham
- Woolwich Arsenal Pier, London
- Forest Row, East Sussex, UK
- Peckham, London, UK
- Felixstowe, UK
- Clevancy, Hilmarton, Calne
- Hale, Altrincham, Manchester, UK
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5. The London Brass Roamers
Average booking price: £2,804 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
The London Brass Roamers are an entirely new concept to the London wedding and party scene...a mobile brass band performing high-energy pop covers for dancing.
They always bring the party to any event, as they mingle between guests providing bold and brassy renditions of your favourite feel-good songs.
Having created a significant buzz on the London function scene, The London Brass Roamers are now in demand to perform throughout Europe and the Middle East.
So if you're looking to hire the finest brass roaming band London has to offer for your wedding or event, get in touch with us!
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6. The Ferrymen
Average booking price: £1,861 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
If you're looking for the perfect blend of smooth and polished, yet vibrant and upbeat music for an intimate or upbeat party atmosphere, then look no further.
Despite being fresh on the scene, The Ferrymen are composed of musicians with a combined wealth of experience having performed at multiple weddings and private functions in the UK and Western Europe.
The Ferrymen are extremely versatile and can accommodate their set to best suit your needs. We are happy to wander amongst your guests and tailor songs to family and friends for an unforgettable personal touch.
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With a flexible repertoire and expert ability to read a room, the band is committed to making sure your live entertainment is as incredible as possible.
The band performances are completely acoustic, but they do offer an add-on package of playing a “plugged-in” set though a PA.
The Ferrymen are a 4-piece acoustic roaming band.
As standard they perform 2x45 minute unplugged roaming sets or 2x60 minute sets with their PA system.
They are happy to learn your first dance or a special request.
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
- La Pescaia Resort Hotel, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy
- The Fire Pit Camp, The Firs, Wendling, Norfolk, UK
- Hampstead Garden Suburb, London, UK
- Ballards Lane, Oxted, UK
- Bingham Riverhouse, Petersham Road, Richmond, UK
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7. Starboard
Average booking price: £2,000 - £4,000 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
Starboard are a young, modern and dynamic acoustic cover band.
We bring enthusiasm, energy and excitement to your special occasion with their own arrangements, offering a unique and innovative take on popular songs.
Chloe is also the singer in Sunbirds Duo...one of the South East's most popular duos for weddings and events.
Formed in 2015, their fast-growing reputation for exceeding the expectations of an acoustic party band has meant they have been selected to perform across the world, at prestigious hotel launches, corporate hospitality events, parties, weddings, festivals and sporting occasions.
Stylish and fashionable, whether as background music, afternoon entertainment or the highlight of your evening, Starboard are the only choice to create the perfect atmosphere for your event.
Offering multiple acoustic lineups including the duet, trio and quartet. These can include saxophone where requested.
Corporate clients include Red Bull, Harman, JBL, AKG, DELL, Taste of London, Almaza Bay (Egypt), Claridge's London, Three6Zero, ENJO, Freshwater UK, Forge Bar London, Maxims Casino, Rentokil, Celebrity Cruises, Baroosh and many more.
The band is available for weddings, corporate events, proposals, product launches, flash mob events and Christmas parties.
Starboard also perform throughout the UK and internationally. They are particularly popular at destination weddings in France and in the rest of Europe.
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8. The Free Roamers
Average booking price: £2,190 (as of May 2023)
Location: Norfolk
Young, cool and energetic, The Free Roamers combine guitars and saxophone with gorgeous 3-part harmonies to create truly unique music for your event. No need for wires, speakers and lights!
As a true 'wandering trio’, The Free Roamers perform a huge range of songs from 50s classics to today’s chart-toppers (from Sinatra & The Beatles to Queen & Bruno Mars – and everything in between) whilst mingling with you guests and guarantee to have them singing and dancing along to their unforgettable sound.
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9. The Roaming Folks
Average booking price: £915 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
Welcome to the eclectic world of The Roaming Folks!
A carnival of spontaneous musical wonder, born from the chance combination of three somewhat brilliant, like-minded musicians, on one dark, cold winter's eve, early in the year of two thousand and nine...
The Roaming Folks are an eccentric, continental-esque ensemble, blending violin, guitar, accordion, and 3-part male harmonies.
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10. Roaming About
Average booking price: £1,850 - £2,895 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
Roaming About are a professional roaming band based in London.
They are a roaming covers band composed of five fantastic musicians, with a line up of male vocals, drums, guitar, bass/double bass and sax/flute. The band are incredibly versatile and offer a unique sound, with their acoustic roaming style.
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11. The Walkmen
Average booking price: £2,500 - £5,000 (as of May 2023)
Location: Manchester
The Walkmen are Manchester's favourite roaming band.
Fully mobile, playing acoustic instruments, they are able to walk around, perform and interact with your guests and really create the perfect party atmosphere.
Performing their own versions of classic songs old and new, there will definitely be something for everyone in their set list.
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12. Roaming All Stars
Average booking price: £2,942 (as of May 2023)
Location: London
Roaming All Stars...the amazing acoustic roaming band from London will take you and your guests on an immersive musical experience.
Five exceptionally talented and charismatic musicians performing an eclectic mix of music from classic soul to modern-day pop and everything else in between.
With outstanding vocals, acoustic guitar, double bass, percussion and a sax and trombone brass section this band packs a real punch, producing an awe-inspiring and infectious sound that never fails at creating the perfect party atmosphere.
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Image is also a major part of Roaming All Stars' ethos, priding themselves on looking sharp at all times. Whatever the occasion, the band will dress to fit it.
So if you're looking to hire one of the finest roaming bands London has to offer for your wedding or event, get in touch with us!
We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Ramsbury Brewery & Distillery in Marlborough and Elmore Court in Gloucestershire, UK.
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
- St Moritz Restaurant, Wardour Street, London, UK
- Ramsbury Brewery & Distillery, Aldbourne, Marlborough, UK
- Elmore Court, Weir Lane, Gloucester, UK
- The Pottery Tapas Bar, Kingston upon Thames, UK
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Musicians have always held a special status in society. In the Middle Ages, troubadours and minstrels wandered Europe singing songs, strumming lutes and whipping up satirical poetry.
Their lyrics provided a contemporary commentary on chivalry, courtly love and other urgent matters of medieval high society – and people listened.
They moved between castles and courts earning their keep, just as during their performance they were able to engage audiences by sweeping the ranks of lords, ladies and guests, customising their lyrics and patter to suit the social circles in question. So where are the modern-day troubadours?
London-based band NOMAD would say the genre is just coming of age. Earlier this week they hosted a private event on the South Bank showcasing three diverse lineups with awesome musicianship, covering styles as diverse as Afrobeat and classic 80s pop.
Roaming bands on FixTheMusic have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment.
The key to this form of entertainment is a high-quality wireless sound system operated by a sound engineer who knows their stuff. Traditional stages and PA systems rely on wired microphones and clunky monitoring and foldback.
The band are forced to perform within a finite stage space and although this doesn’t hamper the most dynamic performers, it does limit the potential for audience engagement.
Remove the staging and cabling and deploy speakers throughout the room and the performers are suddenly free to mill with the crowd. The barrier between audience and band member is taken away, as is any sense of there being a ‘front’ and ‘back’ to the room.
The musicians can move around tables or across the dance floor, serenading, dancing and calling up members of the audience according to the mood of the night.
This may not be everyone’s cup of tea – we’re not talking background music here – but for an entertaining show that mixes feel good comedy with superb live music, we haven’t seen anything better.
So many clients come to us at FixTheMusic because they want a band who can guarantee to get people on the dancefloor. More than that, they want to know that a large age range, often spanning children to great grandparents, will be engaged through every song.
So how does it work? In NOMAD’s case, the lead singer uses a wireless mic of course. Backing vocals are provided by the other band members via headsets. Instruments-wise, guitar and bass are plugged into wireless battery packs and the drums are provided by a very nifty wheeled cajon.
The quality of amplified sound is impressive with deep bass and crisp highs – make no mistake, this is not sit-down entertainment, they will get you on your feet.
NOMAD's latest innovation is the roaming boombox – allowing the band to roam without limits and remain amplified at all times, thanks to a battery-powered powerful speaker that the musicians can move with them throughout the venue or outside.
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— Adam is a co-founder of FixTheMusic and works on everything from copywriting and marketing to design and user experience. He studied Music at Cambridge University. Adam is a keen pianist, and also learned cello and trumpet from an early age.
