Hiring a rock band in the UK is the best way to turn your event into a high-energy, unforgettable experience! Your celebration will resonate with power and emotion, from pounding drum beats to electrifying solos. Whether it’s a birthday party, corporate event, or wedding, a live rock band brings iconic hits, magnetic charisma, and raw talent to get the ultimate party going on the dance floor!
Rock music is universal, crossing generations with iconic hits everyone can sing along to. Get your crowd involved with a killer playlist that guarantees a party atmosphere. Imagine classics from Queen and Led Zeppelin or modern rock anthems from bands like the Foo Fighters - rock bands have a vibe that makes every occasion a full-throttle success.
Chances are your favourite rock anthem is already part of the band's repertoire. The best rock bands have extensive playlists featuring everything from 70s classics to contemporary hits.
If you have a specific request, don't hesitate to ask when booking. And if your favourite track is not on their list, don't fret! Most bands are flexible and happy to learn a song or two to get everyone on the dance floor.
Just reach out in advance so your chosen party band has a chance to rehearse and deliver a flawless performance.
Professional musicians usually take between 1.5 and three hours to set up for a live rock band performance. This can vary depending on the size of the band and the equipment required. Here's what to consider for set-up times:
The average price of hiring a rock band typically ranges from £1,000 to £6,000. Prices vary according to:
A rock band usually features guitars, bass, drums, and powerful vocals; keyboards are also sometimes used. Rock is defined by bold energy, a strong rhythm, and electrifying guitar riffs. The genre ranges from classic rock to punk, indie, and alternative. Some iconic rock hits came from bands like Aerosmith, Guns 'n Roses, AC/DC, Arctic Monkeys, Imagine Dragons, and Coldplay.
The best live band ignites the crowd and keeps the party going all night long!
Rock fans may be diverse, but they all share a passion for authentic music that resonates with passion and emotion.
Rock bands are for everyone with fire inside!
Finding the perfect wedding rock band is simple with FixTheMusic. Here are some points to look for:
Most live music performances last between two and three hours and are divided into sets. Common setups are two 60-minute sets or three 40-minute sets. Many rock bands for hire also offer a DJ service between each live performance to keep the music going and the dance floor packed.
When booking, discuss your event's timeline to customise the performance to your needs. Rock bands are generally flexible and happy to accommodate your schedule.
Rock bands will bring a style to suit your event's vibe. Expect everything from classic rock songs from Bon Jovi, Queen, or The Rolling Stones to modern rock anthems from the Kings of Leon. Your set may even feature pop-rock favourites, like tracks from The Killers or Maroon 5, or acoustic sets for background music for intimate gatherings.
Indie rock bands are also becoming quite popular for private events.
Each live band has its own style; check their song list to find the perfect fit for your event.
Absolutely! Rock music is still very popular in the UK, blending nostalgia with fresh new sounds. Classic rock anthems from bands like the Rolling Stones still dominate playlists, while modern artists like Arctic Monkeys keep the genre alive and thriving.
Whether at festivals, gigs, or private events like weddings, rock’s electrifying energy keeps pulling people in.
Many rock bands are open to taking song requests on the spot, especially if the song is part of their repertoire. However, it’s a good idea to mention this when booking so your must-hear tracks can be included in your playlist.
Make your event electrifying with live music, and hire a top UK rock band today!
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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.
We make it simple and secure for you to connect directly with the best musicians across the globe so you can book live music for any event within minutes.
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FixTheMusic is proud to have provided live music for numerous charity fundraising events, including for London's Air Ambulance, WWF UK, The Zoological Society of London, Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, The Royal British Legion, Shelter, The Genesis Research Trust and The Pituitary Foundation.
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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As well as offering only a carefully curated selection of hand-picked bands and musicians, we strive to provide world-class customer service so you can book with complete confidence. See what our clients say in our verified reviews.
FixTheMusic was a finalist in the Parmee Prize for Entrepreneurs at Pembroke College, Cambridge.
We have been an official supplier with Rock My Wedding. They choose only the very best wedding suppliers and we're proud that they invited us to join their hand-picked selection of outstanding suppliers.
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.
To minimise our carbon footprint, for every 10 bookings on FixTheMusic, we provide funds to Trees for Cities for one tree to be planted. Trees for Cities is a UK charity which aims to plant urban trees and create greener cities 🏙️ 🌳
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