UK's Best Pop Wedding Bands
Choosing a pop wedding band turns your reception into a fun-filled celebration where everyone can join in. Once the formalities are out of the way, it's important to set the right tone, which means getting your guests dancing and creating lasting memories.
The pop bands on our website travel across the UK and will accommodate your wedding reception requests.
Whether you're looking for an ultimate party band, prefer a rock/pop theme, or want a chilled-out acoustic duo to play your favourite songs, you'll find everything you need at FixTheMusic.
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About Our Pop Wedding Bands
How much does it cost to hire pop wedding bands?
The costs associated with hiring a pop band for your wedding day depend on the band you choose, how popular they are, and how far they'll need to travel. Generally speaking, you can expect to pay anything from £900 to over £4,000.
What's included in a pop wedding band package?
The band typically provides a song list and accommodates your favourite song for the first dance. They'll also bring their own equipment, but you may need to let them know if the venue's size or structure might alter the required equipment.
What type of music does a pop wedding band play?
It depends on the band. Some offer modern chart toppers for your wedding party, while others might be a pop and rock band, giving you a diverse range of music. You'll also find bands that play classic hits, pop punk, and acoustic sets.
How long do bands typically perform?
The average time for a wedding band to perform is two hours, which may be at once or split into two different sets.
Can bands play our first dance song?
Yes, and many will accommodate your preferences for the first dance. However, you should let them know beforehand as they may need to learn the song.
How far in advance should we book a pop wedding band?
Popular wedding bands for hire may have bookings up to a year in advance, so it's important to plan ahead to avoid disappointment. If you're planning last-minute entertainment, please contact us, and we'll help you find a suitable band.
Can pop bands travel anywhere in the UK?
Many will, but it depends on their preferences. Contacting the band before booking can help you avoid disappointment.
Will the band cover pop hits from different decades (e.g., '80s, '90s, 2000s, and today)?
Again, it depends on the band's profile and which type of music they're willing to offer. Many bands are flexible and provide a versatile repertoire, including timeless classics and contemporary pop songs.
What happens during the band’s breaks—do they provide background music or a DJ service?
It's common for bands to offer a laptop DJ service to keep your guests dancing between the live music sets. However, you can hire a professional DJ to start the party and provide entertainment when the band finishes.
Can pop bands adjust their volume levels to suit the venue?
Yes, most bands can adjust their volume levels to suit a venue, but this will require some changes, including using sound limiters, adjusting the PA system, and switching to electric drums.
Do pop bands provide a lively stage presence and interact with guests?
Absolutely! Live bands are highly skilled at interacting with guests and ensuring they have fun. You can also check reviews on our website to ensure you're choosing a high-energy band.
What happens if a band member is unable to perform on the day?
While highly unlikely, there may be some circumstances in which a band member is unable to perform. In most cases, the band will have backup musicians. However, our expert team can help you find replacements if necessary and ensure your day isn't ruined.
Do pop wedding bands have liability insurance and necessary licenses?
Yes, pop wedding bands will have PLI (Public Liability Insurance) and PAT Certificates. Insurance ensures the band is covered in the event of venue damage or injuries, while PAT testing certifies the equipment as safe.
How can we ensure the band matches our wedding theme and dress code?
Let the band know about your theme, and they'll do their best to accommodate it. For example, if you're having an informal wedding, they'll keep it casual, but most will also wear suits or formal clothing upon request.
Are there any additional costs, like travel expenses or accommodation, for pop bands?
In most cases, travel expenses are included in the band's fee. However, if they have to travel a long way or abroad, you may need to pay extra for their travel fees and accommodation.
Can we watch the band perform live before booking or view video demos?
Many of the bands on our website have video profiles of performances at events, so you can view their music. Looking at the video profiles allows you to choose a band that suits your musical preferences.
Will the pop band take requests on the night or stick to a set list?
It depends on the band. Some prefer to have a set list that includes your favourite songs, while others may be more flexible. It's best to ask the band if they'll accommodate a special request or book a DJ alongside the band, as they'll accept requests for the whole evening.
Do pop bands typically learn new songs on request, and is there a fee for this?
When you hire a band that specialises in a particular genre, they'll usually learn new songs for free - as long as the music is within their genre. Complicated songs may require an additional fee, so asking the band before you complete your booking is best.
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Reviews from local events in the UK
“Absolutely fabulous. Look no further than this band. So friendly, fun and got the whole place dancing!!”
“The amount of options were amazing, and they got the crowd involved which was so much fun. All our guests said how brilliant they were - you could tell as nobody was off the dance floor whilst they did their sets! I’d highly recommend, thank you so much!”
“We hired Charisma for our wedding and they were amazing! They accommodated our requests for preferred songs from their set list and did an excellent job of adjusting their set to reflect the mood of the audience. We had a full dance floor and everyone really enjoyed and commented on how good they were. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. FixTheMusic as a service was also great, super easy to use and great communication!”
“We booked the Tourists for our wedding yesterday and we were all blown away by how great they were. All our guests kept saying how amazing the band were and the photographers also said 'your band are incredible' before they left. I'm massively into live music so was a bit nervous about blind booking a band without seeing them live but I went with the videos and the reviews and so so glad we did. Honestly, if you're in two minds whether to book them, just do it, you won't regret it. Si is also so responsive and really listens to what you're after to make it special and unique. Great bunch of lads. Couldn't be more grateful. Thanks, James and Sarah”
Booked The Tourists for a wedding at Knowle Country House Wedding Venue, Rochester, UK
“They guys were fantastic. So flexible and were able cater to all the events needs. Army functions can be tough to play at but these guys had people dancing, requesting songs and singing along all night. Many thanks and I have recommended them to other army units in the area.”
“If you want to get the dance floor going.... Pop Republic exceeded our expectations on bringing great vibes and playing dance floor fillers! Beforehand we were able to see the set list, we were able to create our own Spotify playlists for the breaks and on the night they were so relaxed and able to accommodate what we wanted - Thank you so much Pop Republic for making the Wedding celebration absolutely fab!”
Booked Pop Republic for a wedding at Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester, UK
“They were amazing. 3rd year we have booked them for our summer client party. The guests love them! Amazing musicians, singers and energy. Thank you to the band for always bringing the VIBES!!!!”
Booked Groove Addiction for a corporate event at 12th Knot, London, UK
“These guys were fantastic! Sounded amazing and brought a lot of energy and fun to the dancefloor. Couldn't have asked for a better band.”
Booked The Manhattans for a wedding at Rumbolds Farm & Livery, Billingshurst, UK
“We can’t recommend The Tourists enough! Lost count of how many guests commented on how brilliant the band was! Every song in their set was banger after banger, and everyone had such a fab time! Si was also so great in the booking and planning stages!”
Booked The Tourists for a wedding at St Michael's Manor Hotel, St Albans, UK
“Beats & Beyond were absolutely phenomenal and made our wedding day. We booked them across the whole day - the acoustic duo for our ceremony and drinks reception, then the full five-piece band with saxophone and DJ in the evening- and every part was flawless. The duo set the perfect tone earlier on, and come the evening the dancefloor didn't empty once. Our first dance was timed to perfection, with a brilliant sax moment that had all our guests flooding onto the floor. So many people came up to us saying they were the best wedding band they'd ever seen, and a few are already tracking them down for their own events! Joe was also fantastic to deal with throughout the planning - patient with our endless questions, flexible with every request, and completely on top of every detail, which made the whole thing stress-free. We couldn't recommend them more highly. Thank you for giving us the most incredible night!”
“We just wanted to say the biggest thank you from the absolute bottom of our heart. You made our day so so special! It is not lost on us how many times we had to change it but you made it so perfect and so easy, it never became frustrating or a sad moment. You guys were incredible!! It was actually amazing! The set list was perfect and everyone loved it. I’ve lost count of how many people have text us saying that you are the best band they’ve ever heard and we can’t disagree! You made the wedding so special and unforgettable! Could not recommend you enough. Thank you so so much!”
“The Happy Hours made my birthday party extra special! Unforgettable night!! They are great people and very professional musicians. Highly recommend them!”
About FixTheMusic
FixTheMusic is a secure platform for hiring amazing professional wedding bands and musicians anywhere in the world. And it's completely free to use.
Founded in 2015 by two brothers who share a passion for great live music, FixTheMusic is a new way to find and book hand-picked bands for weddings, private parties, corporate events and charity events.
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As professional musicians, we realised how difficult it can be for event planners to find and book musicians for their event. So we decided to make it easy.
With FixTheMusic, all you need to do is tell us what you’re looking for and our system does the heavy lifting to get you offers from our carefully curated selection of amazing musicians.
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Beyond the UK, FixTheMusic has helped clients find amazing local musicians and book UK-based bands for destination weddings and events as far afield as Cyprus, France, Malta, Monaco, Ibiza, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands, Iceland, Finland, Poland, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Guinea, India, Israel, the Dominican Republic, Singapore and China.
We are the world's leading specialists in providing outstanding bands for weddings in France, Italy, Greece (and the Greek islands, especially Santorini), Spain, Portugal and Croatia.
We have ambitious plans to grow internationally over the coming years — we want FixTheMusic to be the first port of call for discovering and booking outstanding local musicians throughout the world.
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FixTheMusic was a finalist in the Parmee Prize for Entrepreneurs at Pembroke College, Cambridge.
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We have become the first port-of-call for British couples looking to hire the finest wedding bands UK has to offer.
Having provided the live music entertainment for thousands of weddings and events worldwide, we were often asked by clients if we provided other entertainers aside from bands.
We now offer a full range of entertainment options for weddings and corporate events, from fire dancers and magicians to acrobats and stilt walkers, including other professionals such as wedding photographers.
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