Rock and Pop Bands for hire

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Love ShovelThis fresh and funky 7-5 piece band have been filling dance floors in all kinds of venues up and down the UK since 2006 now.

JThis fresh and funky 7-5 piece band have been filling dance floors in all kinds of venues up and down the UK since 2006 now. Having played a wide variety of private functions and parties, whether it be on a boat on the Thames or up a mountain in Scotland. They’re guaranteed to get to party started.

With a repertoire combining the best of classic funk, soul and disco from the 60’s
70’s and 80’s with some modern hits thrown in to boot there’s something for everybody to enjoy.

Using a combination of drums, bass, guitars and vocals, Loveshovels’s tight grooves are given a twist by the use of a professional DJ for sampling and sound effects, an attribute witch has helped them win over audiences of all age groups.

Members of this young and talented group have played with and alongside Roots Manuva, Boney M, De La Soul and Faithless. in the past have collectively achieved musical degrees at the Academy of Contemporary Music.

The band include a professional DJ in their package who can provide music between and after sets if required, as well as full PA and lighting rig.

American Boy

Carwash

Cosmic Girl

1. 5 piece two guitars/guitar and keys, bass, drums and vocals

2. 6 piece add extra vocals or DJ

3. 7 piece full band
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Rich Austin & The MaestrosThe 3-piece band create a huge authentic sound, fit into a small stage area, supply lights and play music between sets...This has made The Maestros

The Maestros are a young and funky 3-piece professional band suitable for all Functions & Events, covering funk soul classics and contemporary chart songs by artists including: Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Sting, Black Eyed Peas, Maroon 5…and many more!

The 3-piece band create a huge authentic sound, fit into a small stage area, supply lights and play music between sets…This has made The Maestros extremely popular, playing at over 50 weddings last year alone.

Package Options

1. Three piece band – Lead guitar + vocals, bass guitar + vocals and drums

2. Free iPod music in between sets and DJ option can be offered

3. Can learn first dance for a wedding for free

4. Solo acoustic set – perfect for drinks reception/dinner

5. Acoustic duo set before main band performance

6. Can provide a DJ set after band performance

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Mollie MarriottDaughter of Steve Marriott, Mollie followed on in the family tradition by going onstage early.

Daughter of Steve Marriott, Mollie followed on in the family tradition by going onstage early.

Her first record deal was as a member of girl band D2M at the age of 12. The group were signed by Sharpe End and followed in the footsteps of Kylie. She recorded with producer Steve Mac for 5 years whilst a member of D2M.

Proving she can Rock like her father, Mollie at the tender age of 15 was asked by Liam Gallagher himself to record some vocals for the Oasis album Heathen Chemistry.

Mollie sang at the Astoria London tribute to her late father Steve performing with Paul Weller, Zak Starkey & Deborah Bonham and at The Royal Albert Hall with Dean Rees, Steve Ellis and legendary Ronnie Wood as part of the Ronnie Lane Memorial Concert.

Mollie has also worked live with Joe Brown and his band before having been involved with a week run at the Theatre Royal Windsor whilst previewing the songs for the Musical Skiffle which Joe and Roger Cook have written.

She has just sung backing vocals for Joe, Dennis Locorriere(Dr Hook), Mark Knopfler and Chas and Dave for Joe Browns 50 years in show business gig at The Royal Albert Hall.

As well as having a rock side, She has been known to prove her soul and R’n'B side by working with Beyonce and her Fathers well known Backing Singer and Ikette P.P Arnold.

Using her Rock influence and mixing it with her soulful sounds, Mollie is set to conquer the music industry at full speed!! So book her now for your event.

Package Options

1. Four piece band – Lead Vocal, guitar + vocals, Bass + vocals and drums

2. Free iPod music in between sets

3. Can perform up to two hours divided in two sets of sixty or three sets of forty

4. Acoustic duo set before main band performance

5. Can perform up to 100% covers for an event

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The SessionsWith over 20 years’ experience creating perfect party atmosphere's across the UK, The Sessions have a rich history of keeping crowds dancing long past their supposed bedtimes!

With over 20 years’ experience creating perfect party atmosphere’s across the UK, The Sessions have a rich history of keeping crowds dancing long past their supposed bedtimes! The band’s extensive repertoire of hits from the 50′s right up to the present day guarantee a great nights entertainment for every audience, every age and every occasion.

Success for The Sessions first came in the mid 1990′s when the band was rewarded with first place in the televised Windsor & Eton’s Entertainer of the Year Competition. Followed by placing in the top 10 of over 2000 entries in the Yamaha sponsored ‘Best New Band’ contest (covered on BBC radio 1). Since then the band has played hundreds of events and venues across the country including venues such as Kempton Park Races and the Kensington Roof Gardens with acts such as Bjorn Again, The Commitments, Geno Washington, The Bootleg Beatles and Edwin Starr.

The Sessions is made up of highly experienced and versatile professional musicians, who between them have played such prestigious venues as the O2 arena, Royal Albert Hall and Shepherds Bush Empire as well as working with artists such as Steve Harley & Bush. The bands 5 piece line up consists of Vocals, Keyboards/vocals, Guitar/vocals, Bass/vocals and Drums/vocals.
Whatever your occasion or event, The Sessions will provide a performance that will captivate your guests and keep them dancing all night.

Package Options

1. Five piece band

2. Free iPod music in between sets and DJ option can be offered

3. Can learn first dance for a wedding for free

4. Acoustic duo set before main band performance

5. Can provide a DJ set after band performanc

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Black DogBreak out the spandex and the black eyeliner, Black Dog are coming to the UK

Break out the spandex and the black eyeliner, Black Dog are coming to the UK.

Want to stage a memorable, cheese-free rocking night at your venue? Then book this four-piece rock covers band, who have toured extensively in the French Alps and the UK. Guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable atmosphere and a night to remember, Black Dog’s awesome live shows always leave the crowd wanting more!

Their true love of rock ‘n’ roll means they spare crowds the usual cheesy covers we’ve all heard before. They don’t play a standard set list but tailor each gig to the crowd, with tracks that range from ‘Killing in the Name’ and ‘London Calling’ to ‘Superstition’ and ‘Black Betty’.

However Black Dog don’t limit themselves to just pure rock, they play a wide range of genres and party classics that will guarantee a packed dance floor.

With experience of gigging five nights a week in the French Alps and a variety of venues and audiences across the UK, playing to audiences of between 50 and 1500, Black Dog make all other cover bands pale into insignificance. Book them while you can!

Package Options

1. Four piece band with costume show in spandex or in formal wear

2. Four piece band acoustic set

3. Acoustic duo

4. Solo acoustic set

5. Free iPod music in between sets

6. Can also provide DJ set after band performance

7. Extra one hour set can be provided for an extra charge

8. Early set up and sound checks available

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ShineShine are a brilliant five-piece band playing a blend of classic pop and party tunes

Shine are a brilliant five-piece band playing a blend of classic pop and party tunes, covering artists such as Duffy, Estelle, Lady Gaga, The Scissor Sisters, Take That, Amy Winehouse, Bon Jovi, Abba, Wham, Katy Perry, Killers, Kings of Leon, as well as The Rolling Stones and The Beatles, etc. The band have provided a superb blend of musical quality and entertainment for over ten years, and the members are all highly experienced professional musicians.

Shine have played (and are still playing!) at numerous clubs throughout London and the South East, including Roadhouse – Covent Garden, Kensington Roof Gardens, Redback Tavern – Acton, Walkabout bars, including Temple, Shepherds Bush, West Hampstead, Brighton etc.

They have also played numerous weddings, private and corporate functions for clients such as Boots, HSBC bank, Levi, British Heart Foundation, British Lung Foundation, Tesco, John Lewis, and have performed in some of the UK’s prestige venues, such as…Hampton Court, The Dorchester Hotel, Brocket Hall, The Reform Club – Pall Mall, Café Royal, Waddesdon Manor, Leeds Castle, Kensington Roof Gardens, Stamford Bridge, The Madjeski Stadium, The Ricoh Arena, Sandhurst Academy, Inner Temple, Ascot Races…..and many more.

Shine are guaranteed to leave you breathless and wanting more!

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The RevueThe Revue band have become known as one of the most exciting and authentic bands available in the UK.

The Revue band have become known as one of the most exciting and authentic bands available in the UK. After years of playing throughout the UK and Europe, they have built up an impressive list of past clients including the BBC, Silverstone F1, Vogue magazine, Henley Regatta, Cheltenham Gold Cup and many exclusive wedding venues.

The Revue have developed an excellent reputation through their exciting live performances and incredible tight sound. With a repertoire covering everything from 1950’s Rock n Roll through to modern Pop and Rock, the band are able to provide a professional and flexible entertainment package for all occasions, and audiences.

Package Options

1. Four piece band (guitar + vocals, Lead guitar + vocals, Bass + vocals and drums)

2. Free iPod music between sets

3. Can perform up to two hours divided in two sets of sixty or three sets of forty

4. Solo acoustic set (perfect for drinks reception/dinner)

5. Acoustic duo set before main band performance

6. Can provide a DJ set after band performance

7. Early sound check and set up for an extra charge

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BB3 BandBB3 formed in 2007 when Darren Hodson, Craig Howcroft and Sam Tanner discussed how to bring their different influences

BB3 formed in 2007 when Darren Hodson, Craig Howcroft and Sam Tanner discussed how to bring their different influences together to create a unique and exciting sound.

After a number of gigs playing a wide range of covers from each members favourite artists the boys decided to get their heads together and write some original material.

Their debut offering is a four track album preview entitled “The Dirty Soul EP” and is available now, the full length album is due for release later in 2009.

BB3 are very experienced in performing at weddings and corporate events, and Eight Ray Music are very proud in representing them. These guys not only can rock as a three piece but they are so funky they can fill a dance floor in the first song.
A Touch Of Soul

Package Options

1. Three piece band – Keyboard + vocals, Lead guitar + vocals and drums

2. Free iPod music in between sets

3. Can perform up to two hours divided in two sets of sixty minutes or three sets of forty minutes

4. Solo acoustic set – perfect for drinks reception/dinner

5. Acoustic duo set

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The XFM BandThe XFM Band is the official tribute act for London, Manchester and Glasgow’s premier alternative radio station XFM

The XFM Band is the official tribute act for London, Manchester and Glasgow’s premier alternative radio station XFM.

More than just a tribute act, the band replicate the sound of XFM’s top play-listed artists
and perform the songs with the energy and attitude of the original acts themselves.

So expect to hear the music of The Arctic Monkeys, Vampire Weekend, Franz Ferdinand, The Kings of Leon, Kaiser Chiefs, La Roux, The Killers and The Strokes all played live without having to pay the price of seeing the real bands.

Having toured the country over the past few years with the likes of Bloc Party, The Subways, The Hoosiers, The Twang, Ash, Bez from Happy Mondays and Goldie Lookin’ Chain, the boys are on better form than ever.

Package Options

1. Three piece band – Lead guitar + vocals, bass guitar + vocals and drums

2. Free iPod music in between sets and DJ option can be offered

3. Can learn first dance for a wedding for free

4. Solo acoustic set – perfect for drinks reception/dinner

5. Acoustic duo set before main band performance

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