The 12 Best Wedding Bands for Hire in Yorkshire (With Prices)
21 July 2020 (Updated 29 March 2024)
Reading time — 6 minutes
The 12 Best Wedding Bands for Hire in Yorkshire (With Prices)

In this blog post, we'll list the 12 most popular wedding bands in Yorkshire on FixTheMusic, based on the number of their confirmed bookings for 2024 and 2025.

Yorkshire is home to some of the finest wedding bands in the UK...bands that perform regularly at high-end corporate events and celebrity weddings. Made up of professional musicians from across the cities of York, Leeds, Sheffield and beyond, we've curated a selection of Yorkshire's finest talent, and made it easy for you to hire them for your big day.

You'll see that there is a huge range of styles and that many of the cover bands offer something a bit different to make your wedding truly memorable.

Receive quotes from Yorkshire wedding bands

All of these bands perform sets for dancing, as well as chillout music if you require a background set, e.g. for an afternoon cocktail event.

Some of these wedding bands can also incorporate a horn section (trumpet and saxophone), as well as electric string instruments to add another dimension to weddings and events.

Our wedding bands in Yorkshire have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment.

FixTheMusic's cover bands perform in a variety of styles, from funk, blues, soul, acoustic, vintage and rock 'n' roll to R&B, Britpop, electro-swing and indie rock and pop covers. We also have a range of outstanding roaming bands, a particularly popular genre currently.

So here's the list of the 12 best wedding bands in Yorkshire for 2024...

1. Full House
2. The Jive Misters
3. Newfangled Groove
4. The Martinis
5. Swing State
6. Northern Heroes
7. The Club Collective
8. The Young Hearts
9. The Party Pioneers
10. Northern Star Showband
11. The Crossbones
12. The Rhythm Rascals

So let's take a closer look at these bands...

1. Full House
Average booking price: £3,000 - £5,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: West Yorkshire

Full House are an exciting 5 to 10 piece function band, particularly in demand to play at wedding receptions, corporate events and private parties.

Their members have many years of experience working for some of the biggest artists and shows including Westlife, China Crisis, The Wiz, Abba Tribute, Alexander O'Neal and Corinne Bailey Rae.

Their lead singer's soulful pop vocals and extensive musical ability is fused with an accomplished team. Full House offer a professional service and guarantee an eye-catching, foot-stomping performance that will make any event memorable!

They can perform any style of music but specialise in modern pop as well as 70s, 80s and 90s soul classics. Song requests for your event will be gladly welcomed – just give us a month's notice prior to your event.

They have different band size packages to suit you and your event, from a standard five-piece setup (bass, drums, keyboards, guitar and lead vocal), to an enlarged ensemble if required.

Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...

  • Coton House Farm, Lichfield
  • The Normans, York, UK
  • Hornington Manor, York, UK
  • Jervaulx Abbey, Ripon, UK
  • Thornbridge Hall, Bakewell
  • Wootton Hall, Lincolnshire
  • Grantley Hall, Yorkshire
  • Old Hazelwood Green Farm
  • Woodlands Hotel, Leeds
  • New House Farm, Lorton
  • Meriden, Coventry
  • Sandsend, Whitby

So if you're looking to hire the finest wedding band West Yorkshire has to offer, get in touch with Full House.

Follow us on Facebook

View more videos and read verified reviews of Full House ➡️


2. The Jive Misters
Average booking price: £1,567 (as of April 2024)
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

A stylistically unique funk band from day one, the members of The Jive Misters have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if they had been together their entire musical careers.

Throughout the course of the band’s union, they have won over the hearts of music lovers from all walks of life...performing at a variety of venues, making loads of public appearances, all the while recording new music.

The Jive Misters regularly perform at weddings, corporate events and parties throughout the UK and internationally.

Leeds based soul and funk act The Jive Misters are a male-fronted 6 piece band who specialise in delivering a great funk and soul groove but also slip some more modern tracks into the set.

The repertoire takes its musical cues from acts as varied as Kool and the Gang, Cee Lo Green and Marvin Gaye and also features some funked up modern hits such as Valerie and Moves Like Jagger.

Genetically engineered in a pint glass by Dr Julius Von Funkenstein, The Jive Misters are a male-fronted professional wedding, party and function band.

Prescribing classic soul, funk and blues alongside modern hits (given The Jive Misters' special treatment) that no party could do without, they consist of saxophone, trumpet, drums, keyboards, bass guitar, guitar and lead male vocals, with the band providing backing vocals.

The Jive Misters have a wealth of performance experience that will set your occasion alight whether it be black tie, bat mitzvah or biopsy.

The Jive Misters provide the highest quality music along with the highest professional performances, aiming to keep their prices as low as possible.

Their prices include 2 x 45-minute sets or 3 x 30-minute sets of live music, a professional PA system and stage rig to suit your venue, LED stage lighting and a professional sound engineer.

They say that music is the language of the soul, and nothing could be truer for this high energy party band. Composed of a group of inspirational musicians and skillful performers, the artists behind The Jive Misters have earned their reputation as a talented band to look out for.

From live gigs to studio sessions and more, they continue to touch fans around the world with their distinct and enjoyable musical style.

So if you're looking to hire one of the finest funk bands West Yorkshire has to offer for your wedding or party, get in touch with The Jive Misters.

The Jive Misters also offer a duo featuring male vocals & guitar, sax, backing vocals, percussion & cajon.

View more videos and read verified reviews of The Jive Misters ➡️


3. Newfangled Groove
Average booking price: £1,415 (as of April 2024)
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Newfangled Groove is a collective of some of the best musicians and singers in the North of England.

With a wide range of experience playing in the wedding and party band industry, Newfangled Groove has earned great acclaim and support for their exciting and upbeat sets.

Newfangled Groove have a broad knowledge of genres ranging from your modern-day pop to old school rock and even a touch of jazz.

We are regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at The Oakwood at Ryther.

The band has a wide range of experience in the industry and have performed at some of the biggest venues and theatres, both nationally and internationally.

Alongside this, Newfangled Groove has also performed widely on national and international cruise ships.

Newfangled Groove are perfect for any event and can adapt quickly to any situation or requests you may have.

The band is inherently versatile and can play in a number of formations, ranging from a 4-9 piece party band.

The full band is able to provide you with two singers, a full rhythm selection as well as a powerhouse horn section.

For smaller and more intimate occasions, Newfangled Groove is able to provide a stripped back smaller band which is ideal for jazz and acoustic sets.

The band is fully flexible and will do everything they can to meet your every need!

View more videos and read verified reviews of Newfangled Groove ➡️


4. The Martinis
Average booking price: £1,533 (as of April 2024)
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

The Martinis are a highly experienced and extremely versatile duo.

They have performed at many prestigious events globally, including Glastonbury Music Festival, Montreal Jazz Festival and many celebrity events.

They can offer anything from a relaxed background set to a high energy performance. They are available for bookings internationally.

View more videos and read verified reviews of The Martinis ➡️


5. Swing State
Average booking price: £1,000 - £2,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Swing State are a jazz & swing band based in West Yorkshire, who are in great demand to perform at weddings, festivals, restaurants, corporate events and private parties throughout northern England.

Swing State are a dynamic jazz collective of experienced conservatoire-trained musicians performing traditional jazz favourites.

They can provide a trio, quartet, quintet or their full six-piece outfit to add a touch of class to any occasion whether it be for background listening or for your guests to show off their moves on the dance floor.

Swing State, an international group of talented musicians, have performed live on BBC Radio 3, at renowned jazz venues across the UK such as Ronnie Scott's, SevenArts Leeds and Pizza Express Jazz Club, as well as at numerous private events and weddings, including at high-profile venues such as The Royal Automobile Club.

They are able to offer one free song request if it's not already in their repertoire list, depending on suitability. Most of their clients book them for a performance duration of 2 x 45-minute sets.

It takes them approximately 60 - 90 minutes to set up before their performance.

They can provide suitable pre-recorded music during their intervals, or you can bring your own playlist on an iPod or similar and use their PA system. They provide their own lighting.

With the perfect balance of experience, talent and youthful energy, Swing State are sure to make your event one to remember.

So if you’re looking to hire the finest jazz band Leeds (West Yorkshire) has to offer, get in touch with Swing State!

View more videos and read verified reviews of Swing State ➡️


6. Northern Heroes
Average booking price: £932 (as of April 2024)
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Northern Heroes are a three-piece pop & rock cover band available in Northern England.

They have a varied repertoire featuring songs by The Beatles, The Who, The Jam etc, along with current bands including the Killers, Kings of Leon and Ed Sheeran.

All three members are experienced musicians with over 30 years of professional experience. The three piece set up suits the band as their wealth of technical ability on their respective instruments allows them to create a powerful live sound that is as impressive and dynamic as any other larger band around.

The band caters directly to the clients' needs working with them to create a memorable night that is as professional as it is entertaining.

The evening’s proceedings can be organised by a band member acting as an MC if required, for example, ensuring your wedding guests congregate for the first dance with cameras ready etc.

The band's dress code will also meet the client's requirements – fully suited for formal occasions or a more casual look for a laid back atmosphere if required.

The band receive wide praise for their performances combining technical ability and a love for music with professionalism and a desire exceed the client's expectations to ensure a great show!

View more videos and read verified reviews of Northern Heroes ➡️


7. The Club Collective
Average booking price: £1,748 (as of April 2024)
Location: Manchester & Yorkshire

Bringing a slice of Ibiza to your event, The Club Collective deliver an incredible, interactive and engaging set of the ultimate Dance hits.

With powerhouse Lead vocals and a live DJ, recreate the clubs of Ibiza with an all-star line of up some of the finest musicians, writers and performers in the UK.

We're regularly booked by clients on FixTheMusic to perform for weddings and events at Delamere Manor in Cuddington and The Hall Barns in Leicestershire.

The Club Collective perform all over the world at prestigious events for clients including Cartier, Armani, Wella, Jimmy Choo and many weddings, VIP events and parties.

View our list of the UK's best DJ & sax groups for hire ➡️

This band have shared the line up with Stormzy, Lewis Capaldi, Paloma Faith, and many more.

The line up is fully customisable to suit your event or party.

Choose from SINGER & DJ, add IBIZA SAX, PERCUSSION, STRINGS, GUITAR, additional LEAD SINGERS or create an All FEMALE, ALL STARS LINE UP for something truly unique.

Previous clients include:

  • The Roundhouse 
  • The President of Lebanon
  • Armani
  • Cartier
  • Jimmy Choo
  • Manchester United 
  • One Marylebone
  • Saatchi Gallery
  • Searceys
  • Wella 
  • Proctor & Gamble
  • BBC 
  • The Sunday Times 
  • Key103 
  • Rock FM 
  • Hilti
  • The AA
  • Hilton Hotels 
  • Nightingales Night Club 
  • Manchester Evening News 
  • Lowry Theatre 
  • The Lowry Hotel 
  • Fiat Europe

Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...

  • Middleton Lodge Estate, Kneeton Lane, Richmond, UK
  • Delamere Manor, Cuddington, UK
  • Eaves Hall, Moor Lane, West Bradford, Clitheroe, UK
  • The Hall Barns, Prestwold Lane, UK
  • Broughton Hall
  • The Plough Inn, Eaton, Congleton, UK
  • P&J Live, East Burn Road, Aberdeen, Scotland
  • Patrington, Hull, UK

So if you're looking to hire the finest Sax, DJ & vocal group UK has to offer for your wedding or event, get in touch with us.

View more videos and read verified reviews of The Club Collective ➡️


8. The Young Hearts
Average booking price: £1,852 (as of April 2024)
Location: West Yorkshire

Delivering show-stopping vocals and the best floor fillers around, The Young Hearts are a first class, modern band who know how to throw a party!

Covering music old and new, from The Weeknd, Oasis, Whitney, The Killers, Dua Lipa, AC/DC and tons more, you won't find a more eclectic band - they never fail to wow!

Happy to travel, the band routinely perform across the country and are available for hire for weddings, private parties and corporate events throughout the UK and Europe.

The Young Hearts are the ideal choice for anyone looking for top-quality entertainment from one of the freshest and most talented wedding bands on the scene.

This talented band has a vast and varied repertoire, ensuring that there is always a song for every occasion and every guest.

So, if you’re looking to hire one of the best weddings & party bands that the UK has to offer, look no further than The Young Hearts and get in touch today!

View more videos and read verified reviews of The Young Hearts ➡️


9. The Party Pioneers
Average booking price: £2,120 - £3,840 (as of April 2024)
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK

The Party Pioneers are a high-end, opulent music group founded in 2018.

The Party Pioneers deliver an electrifying sequin-star studded live music experience with 2 unique gorgeous line-ups that are sure to amaze, excite, and thrill you and your guests!

View our list of the UK's best showbands ➡️

You can rest assured that your entertainment is in the best hands with our in-house DJs, sound engineers, and production staff and that everything will go down without a hitch.

We are fortunate to work with top-notch singers and musicians who have appeared on programmes like The X-Factor, toured with renowned recording artists, and performed on London's west end stages.

We strive to deliver the finest calibre in all we do and bring the most skill to the table.

The Party Pioneers make the ideal musical accompaniment for a variety of events, including elegant parties, corporate gatherings, and wedding receptions.

We're excited to have you as our audience!

View more videos and read verified reviews of The Party Pioneers ➡️


10. Northern Star Showband
Average booking price: £4,000 - £10,000 (as of April 2024)
Location: Yorkshire & Newcastle

Based out of Yorkshire and Newcastle, Northern Star Showband play for clients in and around Northumberland and across the whole of the North of England, Scotland and the wider UK!

Northern Star Showband consists of a collection of top session musicians all based in the Newcastle area.

Each member of Northern Star Showband has been specially selected for their area of expertise and style and together they are by far the coolest, funkiest and freshest party band available to hire today.

Please take a look at our 2024 SET LIST

Northern Star Showband are fully self-sufficient providing your event with everything from a quality PA system, lighting rig, dedicated sound and lighting engineer on every event.

Available from a 6 to 11 piece, our party band perform dance floor classics from the funk, soul and Motown era, with a sprinkling of modern day hits for good measure.

Mix this with the band's vast musical ability, performance experience and showmanship and you have the perfect recipe to get your event grooving from the first note to the last!

View our list of the UK's best showbands ➡️

We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Carlowrie Castle in Kirkliston and Carberry Tower Mansion House in Musselburgh, Scotland.

They can play mixed party music before between and after live sets with the option of both formal and informal stage wear. Set times consist of 2 x 1 hours or 3 x 40 minutes

Northern Star Showband perform the best Funk, Soul and pop hits from the last five decades from artists such as Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Beyonce, Curtis Mayfield, Aretha Franklin, Maroon 5, Rihanna, Jamiroquai, Taio Cruz, Jesse J, Chaka Khan, Amy Winehouse and James Brown to name a few.

Northern Star Showband pride themselves on recreating authentic and accurate renditions of their repertoire and a have been told in the past that they sound even better than the original artists!

Band line-up options

6 piece band – The line up would include 2 singers, 1 male and 1 female, drums, guitar, bass and keyboards.

7 piece band – The line up would include 2 singers, 1 male and 1 female, drums, guitar, bass, keyboards and saxophone.

8 piece band – The line up would include 2 singers, 1 male and 1 female, drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, saxophone and trumpet.

9 piece band – The line up would include 3 singers, 1 male and 2 female, drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, saxophone and trumpet – OR the band can have 3 brass by adding in a trombone and just have 2 singers.

10 piece band – The line up would include 3 singers, 1 male and 2 female, drums, guitar, bass, saxophone, trumpet and trombone.

11 piece band – The line up would include 3 singers, 1 male and 2 female, drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, saxophone, trumpet, trombone player and second saxophone making a 4 piece brass section.

View more videos and read verified reviews of Northern Star Showband ➡️


11. The Crossbones
Average booking price: £1,500 - £2,500 (as of April 2024)
Location: Leeds, UK

Presenting The Crossbones is an award-winning rock and indie band from West Yorkshire that will make your wedding or event exciting and enjoyable.

The Crossbones are a group of full-time professional musicians who have performed at hundreds of private parties, giving them a wealth of experience in setting the mood for a memorable occasion.

They have a tonne of hits in their repertoire that are sure to make everyone dance on the floor.

The band performs great live solos by well-known musicians like Bon Jovi, The Darkness, and more thanks to the skill of two incredible guitarists.

Expect a combination of songs from the 1970s and 1980s rock classics to the 90s and 2000s indie anthems that will keep everyone happy and dancing.

Examine the band's song list to discover if any of the songs are what you’re after!

The Crossbones are unique because of their dedication to provide the whole package for any occasion or gathering.

In addition to their extraordinary musical abilities, they provide in-house sound engineering, state-of-the-art portable sound and lighting equipment, and expert DJ services.

Their meticulous attention to detail and knowledgeable pre-planning guarantee a stress-free wedding or event.

Are there any restrictions on sound volume at your venue of choice?

A top-tier electric drum set (that sounds and looks like a real one) would be great for the Crossbones.

There are no stage monitors or guitar amplifiers present; everything you hear is played straight via the crowd speakers.

You can really turn the entire band up or down, and the sound quality is crisp and CD-like. Loud enough for people to feel the music and dance on the dance floor, but not so loud that others in other parts of the room cannot hear one another.

View more videos and read verified reviews of The Crossbones ➡️


12. The Rhythm Rascals
Average booking price: £1,036 (as of April 2024)
Location: Leeds, UK

Leeds-based function trio The Rhythm Rascals.

The three musicians - Ro on lead vocals, Mich on drums, and Ben on bass - met at Leeds Conservatoire and began as an acoustic cover duo.

Now that they are well-known, the trio is playing classics and music from the 2000s at weddings and parties all over the North!

They contribute their distinct sound to well-known songs, and their versatility allows them to play with a full band or, if necessary, switch to acoustic shows.

You can enjoy the complete live music experience with The Rhythm Rascals!

View more videos and read verified reviews of The Rhythm Rascals ➡️


Receive quotes from Yorkshire wedding bands

We hope you've enjoyed reading this list of the best wedding bands Yorkshire has to offer in 2024.

FixTheMusic is a one-stop shop for booking outstanding professional musicians – and it's completely free for you to use.

Fill in the enquiry form to receive offers directly from hand-picked musicians. Once you've confirmed details with your preferred act, book and pay securely through our secure online checkout.

Adam is a co-founder of FixTheMusic and works on everything from copywriting and marketing to design and user experience. He studied Music at Cambridge University. Adam is a keen pianist, and also learned cello and trumpet from an early age.

Recent posts

The 6 Best Wedding Bands for Hire in Gloucestershire (With Prices)

The 6 Best Wedding Bands for Hire in Gloucestershire (With Prices)

In this blog post, we'll list out the 6 most popular wedding bands in Gloucestershire on FixTheMusic, based on the number of their confirmed bookings for 2024 and 2025. Gloucestershire is home to some of the finest wedding bands in the UK...bands that perform regularly at high-end corporate events and celebrity weddings. <a role="button" href="/enquiries/create/" class="c-button"> Receive quotes from Gloucestershire wedding bands </a> You'll see that there is a huge range of styles and that many of the cover bands
29 March 2024
The Top 9 Best R&B Wedding Bands In The UK (With Prices)

The Top 9 Best R&B Wedding Bands In The UK (With Prices)

In this blog post, we'll list out the 9 most popular R&B wedding bands for hire in the UK on FixTheMusic, based on the number of their confirmed bookings for 2024 and 2025. Over recent years, many couples tying the knot have been looking for something a bit different for the musical entertainment on their special day, as opposed to the standard wedding music genres of pop, funk and soul. Often this means songs that the couple and their friends
29 March 2024
The Top 13 Best Wedding Bands in Portugal For 2024 (With Prices)

The Top 13 Best Wedding Bands in Portugal For 2024 (With Prices)

In this blog post, we'll list out the 13 most popular wedding bands for hire in Portugal on FixTheMusic, based on the number of their confirmed bookings in 2024 and 2025. Portugal is home to some of the finest cover bands in Europe...bands that perform regularly at high-end corporate events and celebrity weddings. <a role="button" href="https://www.fixthemusic.com/wedding-bands/portugal-and-the-algarve" class="c-button"> Browse Portugal Wedding Bands </a> You'll see that there is a huge range of styles and that many of the cover bands offer
29 March 2024
The Top 15 Brass Bands to Hire for Weddings in the UK

The Top 15 Brass Bands to Hire for Weddings in the UK

In this blog post, we'll list the 15 most popular modern brass bands for weddings and events in the UK on FixTheMusic, based on the number of their confirmed bookings in 2024 and 2025. The UK is home to some of the finest roaming brass bands for hire in Europe...modern brass bands that perform regularly at high-end corporate events and celebrity wedding receptions. View our complete list of outstanding modern brass bands in the UK ➡️ You'll see that there
28 March 2024