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
“Wow! The Jive Misters were absolutely incredible! They had all our guests up on their feet dancing from start to finish. The energy was second to none with a perfect set list that made our night do so brilliant. We will never forget dancing away on our wedding night thanks to you guys - including the brilliant last song! We will never be able to thank you enough - perfection!”
“Groove Addiction were a highlight of our wedding weekend. Beyond their incredible musical talent, they brought so much life to our party. Everyone was up and dancing, and our friends are still raving about it now! We cannot recommend the highly enough. Thank you SO much!!”
“We had ROAMEO play at our wedding and they were fantastic!! We had such a great evening and so many of our guests have since mentioned how much they enjoyed the band. We were quite particular about the music we wanted, keen to avoid anything too cheesy but still have a proper party with everyone dancing. David and the team were really receptive to our ideas and flexible throughout, and they absolutely delivered on the night. The musicians were excellent, there was a great atmosphere and we loved how they got the crowd involved, including some of our friends joining in! Special mention to the trombone player, who was a big hit. David was also really easy to deal with in the run-up to the wedding, and everything was very professional and well organised. A big thank you. We'd definitely recommend Roameo!”
“Great vibes, energy and played a string of classics with a couple of surprises. The lead singer has an amazing voice. Would highly recommend!”
“Soul Paradise seriously rocked our event, and had everyone on their feet within seconds! A great band with a dynamic front woman - can't ask for more!”
“Soul Destiny were absolutely fantastic. They got everyone on the dance floor, whilst still bringing a cool, relaxed vibe to the evening party. Jim was so helpful, responsive and professional leading up to the event. He adapted their music to the playlist we wanted, including allowing my mum to sing a rendition of Valerie with him! Thank you so much Soul Destiny - you made our night.”
Booked Soul Destiny for a wedding at Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings, London, UK
“10/10. We've had so much great feedback from our guests, and many of them said the roaming band felt "so us". That's the best compliment we could have hoped for. The communication in the run-up to the wedding was excellent. David was really accommodating in tailoring things to our vision. It went perfectly, and we couldn't have asked for more. On the night, the roaming set kept the energy up all evening, and the sound and lighting were flawless throughout. We'd heard plenty of horror stories about e.g. feedback or soundchecks interrupting speeches, but there wasn't a peep. Thank you! S&J.”
“Wow wow wow! What a band!!! Couldn’t have asked for a better vibe for the evening. Every single musician was incredible and we’ve had almost every guest comment on how great the setlist was. Thank you for making it into such a great party!”
Booked The Scottish Soul Collective for a party at Town Head Estate, Windermere, Lake District
“Iddy & his band made our wedding reception! We were able to tell him our music tastes, choose some tracks from their playlist and even organise a bespoke surprise first dance. His saxophonist, vocalist and percussionist were amazing. They all embraced our guests and played two amazing sets, and DJ’ed after until we could dance no more! I am now trying to figure out which social event we can book them for next! Thanks, Al & G”
“We had The London Soul Band perform at our wedding and they were absolutely spectacular. In the build up they were easy to communicate with and have a great range of songs to choose from. We are so happy we chose them to perform. Great singing, musicial ability and energy throughout the evening. All the guests left raving about them saying they were the best wedding band they'd seen. Would absolutely recommend them to anyone! Cheers guys for being so incredible and class! 5* in every possible every. Thank you guys!”
“Unreal band, so talented all the way through. They made our first dance very special. They covered Miss independent by Neyo as one of our request and it went off! So glad we booked these for our wedding, we love our music and hold very high standards and these just ticked all the boxes and delivered!”
“We absolutely loved having Soul Flight at our wedding! Their sets were fantastic, singing all of our favourite songs that we had requested. We had a lot of feedback from guests saying how much they enjoyed the band and it was the best Funk & Soul they had heard. The musicians were amazing and the lead singers were outstanding! The band equipment set up and take down was seamless. We would definitely recommend hiring Soul Flight for any occasion!”