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
“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???”
“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
“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!”
“Words can't really describe how incredible you are. The energy you bring, the joy you bring, and the musicianship is off the charts! There is so much heart and soul in every song and you made us feel incredibly special. You brought an extra level of style and class to our wedding day. To anyone thinking of booking them. My advice is stop thinking and just book them. It'll be one of the best decisions you make in your wedding planning. (They're brilliant at communicating in the run up to the day too) Thank you, thank you, thank you! Carl & Sarah”
Booked The London Soul Band for a wedding at Davy's Wine Vaults, London, UK
“Soul Flight were excellent! A dream to work with (including managing a logistical challenge of a smaller performance space and setup across two timeslots). And the music itself was incredible - despite a boiling July evening, the dancefloor was packed. Brilliant song choices and repertoire - the garage medley was particularly brilliant - and the singer and sax player blew us all away. Would 1000% recommend!”
“Absolutely loved the 3 piece band, the guys made my 30th birthday party a blast and played all the classics and current hits that got everybody doing all kinds of dance moves. would highly recommend them!”
“I don’t even know how to put into words how amazing Saturday night was for me, Robert and all our guests! You were all incredible, beautiful and fun! It was simply everything I hoped it would be and more. Thank you so so much! I also just absolutely loved (your?) mum on the side, truly the ultimate fans! Aaagh I want to do it all over again, please let everyone know how happy we are and so thankful you were part of the day!”
“We had The Moonlighters play at our wedding with the added saxophonist and it was the best decision! The band played amazingly and the lead singer interacted so well with the crowd. It was the best wedding band we've seen and we had so many compliments from guests. They had all the guests on the dance floor from start to finish. Think they'll be getting some more bookings off the back of our wedding with all the texts we've had asking who they were. Would fully recommend for any occasion!”
“We are so pleased we booked the fabulous Urban Dynamite for our wedding! From our first conversation with Tim we knew he got exactly what we were after and they did not disappoint! Really made the night and so many of our guests have said how great you were! Thanks so much again x”
“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
“Jupiter Funk was absolutely fabulous! We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding band. Despite the heatwave and unexpected change in set time, their performance was superb and our guests loved every single moment. If we did it all again, Jupiter Funk would still be our number one choice.”
Booked Jupiter Funk for a wedding at Old Royal Naval College, London, UK
“Katanya and the band were absolutely fantastic! The way they interacted with our guests, read the room with their set list and gave so much energy was amazing. We could not have been happier with how everything went. It was so easy to work with them and Katanya particularly made so much effort to ensure the show was excellent. Can’t recommend them enough! Thank you so much! Andy and Reah xx”