About Soul and Motown Wedding Bands for Hire
Our website features the UK's most popular soul and Motown bands for hire. These professional musicians play classic hits from the 1960s and 70s, including covers from Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and many more artists.
Whether you're looking for classic soul and Motown music or would like a funk band that puts a modern twist on the classics, you'll find everything you need at FixTheMusic.
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Which type of Soul and Motown wedding bands can I choose?
When planning a UK wedding, finding the right entertainment is essential, and our website has a range of Motown and soul wedding bands to choose between. Some put Motown and soul spins on modern pop songs, while others play classic hits that will fill the dance floor.
Whether you're looking for a band with female lead vocals, a combination of male and female vocals, or professional musicians to provide background music, FixTheMusic makes it easy to source entertainment that guarantees an unforgettable night.
How much does it cost to hire Soul and Motown wedding bands?
The cost of your Motown or soul wedding band can range from £1,500 to £10,000, but it depends on multiple factors. These include the band's popularity, how many members it has, and whether it performs across the UK.
Local soul bands for hire may have lower rates, but our experts can help you find a band that aligns with your budget.
How long do Soul and Motown wedding bands typically perform?
When you book a Motown or soul wedding band, they usually perform for two hours. However, many bands for hire are flexible and will split their time into different sets.
For example, you could ask the band to perform for half an hour during your drinks reception, then provide a 90-minute set during the evening party.
Can Soul and Motown wedding bands perform our first dance song in their style?
Absolutely! If a modern pop song or power ballad is your chosen first dance song, the band will put a unique twist on it, which makes the occasion even more memorable. It's a good idea to inform the band of your first song beforehand, giving them time to practice and learn the music if necessary.
Do Soul and Motown wedding bands bring their own instruments and PA equipment?
Yes, they will. When you book a wedding band, the rate includes instruments and PA equipment. If your venue has noise restrictions, please inform them in advance, as they may need to bring special equipment like sound limiters.
How far in advance should we book a Soul and Motown wedding band?
Soul and Motown bands are highly popular in the UK; the most talented musicians and Best Soul & Motown Wedding Bands in the UK are booked months in advance. It's a good idea to plan ahead to avoid disappointment, but if you're looking for a last-minute party band, we'll go out of our way to help you find suitable entertainment.
Are Soul and Motown wedding bands available to travel anywhere in the UK?
Many are, and will happily travel to perform at your wedding. However, some bands prefer to stay local, so it really depends on your preferences. Hiring local soul bands can be more affordable, but there may be fewer options.
Will the band play other genres alongside Soul and Motown?
It depends on the band you choose. Some offer a range of music choices, including soul music, pop songs, and even rock, while others focus more on Motown and soul genres. When you view the band's profile, you'll see their song list, which can help you make a decision.
What happens during the band’s breaks—do they provide background music?
The band usually provides entertainment in the form of a laptop DJ service, which keeps the party going and ensures your guests can dance the night away. Hiring a professional DJ and a live music band can be beneficial if you want non-stop entertainment.
Do Soul and Motown bands interact with guests or focus on performing?
Again, it depends on the band you book. While many will entertain your guests and inject some excitement into your wedding reception, they may not take requests at night.
What happens if a musician is unavailable on the day of the wedding?
Most bands have backup musicians and singers in place to prevent them from needing to cancel a performance. However, if your band does need to cancel, our experts will do everything possible to help you find last-minute entertainment.
Do Soul and Motown wedding bands have public liability insurance and the necessary licenses?
Yes, they do. Every band that appears on our website must hold appropriate licenses and public liability insurance, so you can have peace of mind that you're protected.
Are there additional costs for Soul and Motown bands, such as travel expenses or accommodation?
It depends on the band, but most include these costs in their rate. Asking the band beforehand can help you determine the potential booking costs.
Can we watch the Soul and Motown band perform live before booking, or see video demos?
UK soul/Motown bands perform at weddings, corporate events, and festivals. While you won't be able to witness them play at a wedding, you can view videos on the website, which gives you an idea of whether you're booking a high-energy show band or laid-back musicians.
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Reviews from local events in the UK
“We had Funkytown Express play at our wedding and they were absolutely brilliant. Everybody absolutely loved them and the dance floor was full all night. Great performances of great songs! They performed our first dance (At Last by Etta James) and it was perfect - exactly what we wanted. Couldn’t recommend them highly enough!”
Booked Funkytown Express for a wedding at Old Gore by Yard Space, Cirencester
“Honestly made our wedding, everyone was up dancing the whole time, all the guys were great. Very kind and just got it! Everyone has told us since the wedding how amazing the band was. For anyone having a wedding soon, know the music is most important to have a great time, and ROAMEO are just great!!! Highly recommend, if anything I’m telling you to have them there!!! Thanks ROAMEO, same time again next week???”
“Soul Destiny delivered a great set and brought the energy. Jim was very easy to communicate with in the run up and was happy to tweak the set to add some family favourites. Guests loved it - highly recommend!”
“Groove Addiction were a great addition to our wedding! We knew from the offset that we wanted to book a band for the evening and we’re so pleased we booked Groove Addiction as they got the party started and the dance floor was always busy! Communication with the band was great leading up to the wedding, they were quick to respond and provide advice on our questions which put us at ease leading up to the big day. We had a fantastic day and we ended on a high by partying the night away with great music. Many of our guests commented on how much they loved the band, we would highly recommend! Thank you Groove Addiction!”
“I would highly recommend Soul Flight! They performed at our wedding this summer & were amazing! We received so many compliments on how great they were. They totally brought the party & got everyone on the dance floor!”
“The London Soul Band were fantastic! We loved having them kick off our evening celebrations for our wedding. We're still getting amazing feedback from the wedding party with most wishing we could have had them playing all night!”
Booked The London Soul Band for a wedding at Royal Berkshire Hotel, Ascot, UK
“This is the third time we've booked ROAMEO, always professional, always friendly and most importantly super talented! They have great stage presence, incredible vocals and the ability to roam around whilst performing makes for a really engaging set where they can interact with the crowd. Highly recommend!”
“The band were amazing - they sounded great, got everyone going on the dancefloor and I would book them again in a heartbeat. They were easy to work with in the run up, learnt out first dance song (which sounded great!), and are incredible value for money.”
“The Scottish Soul Collective were superb! They really got our wedding guests going from the off. We went with a 9 piece band, which really did a great job providing the party atmosphere we were after. We particularly enjoyed the ceilidh dancing and the dance off! Many thanks for helping make our day so fun and memorable.”
Booked The Scottish Soul Collective for a wedding at The Engine Works, Glasgow
“Not sure where to start but MOJO were absolutely FANTASTIC! The vibe and party atmosphere we wanted to create for our wedding couldn’t have been achieved without them! From our entrance into the wedding breakfast, the performances during the wedding breakfast and the fact that our guests haven’t stopped talking about the band and literally couldn’t wait for them to come back on the night of the wedding is the biggest compliment I can give. Mark was brilliant with his communication throughout and just got Katie and me from the get go. Thank you so much for a brilliant day and evening of performances! Even our other wedding vendors have asked for MOJO's details since the wedding which is a clear compliment of how good they are! Thank you, thank you, thank you all!”
“Brooklyn Funk were brilliant, they played at our wedding and were exactly the vibe we were looking for - a great mix of songs, they had everyone dancing and they are a bunch of genuinely impressive musicians. I had a bunch of people coming up to me to tell me that they were amazing and the best band they'd ever seen at a wedding. They were also a bunch of really nice guys and very smooth and easy to work with! Would thoroughly recommend!”
Booked Brooklyn Funk for a wedding at Lapstone Barn Wedding Venue, Chipping Campden, UK
“The 8 piece band we booked were absolutely incredible and we got so many compliments from our wedding guests. The dance floor was full the entire evening and they did such a good job of keeping the good vibes. Thank you!”
Booked The Scottish Soul Collective for a wedding at Carrick Castle Estate, Cairndow