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Looking for party band or a wedding band to hire in Plymouth? Find Pop, Jazz, Classical & Vintage Bands, Dixieland Trad & Swing Jazz Bands, Barn Dance, Ceilidh & Irish Bands, Klezmer, Gypsy Swing & Steel Bands and more!

1940s Blitz Big Band

Rated 4.50 out of 5

Hertfordshire Vintage Jazz

Dressed in period costume, The 1940s Blitz Big Band specialises in authentic performance of those swinging hits and much-loved anthems from the wartime era. Glenn Miller springs into life before your eyes!

60’s Forever

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Wiltshire Tribute Band

With all the individual flair and panache that only Sixties music and fashion could acquire, this four piece tribute group deliver the quality sound that defined British music for a generation, from the Beatles through The Beach Boys to Elvis - The King himself. This is '60's Tribute at it's very best.

78rpm

Rated 4.67 out of 5

London Swing Jazz

78rpm present Ratpack, Swing and Jazz classics, all served up with stylish vocals and supreme musicianship. Impeccably turned out, this band is perfect for weddings, social occasions and corporate receptions

80’s Forever

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Wiltshire 1980's Tribute

'80s Forever give you the best of the glamorous 1980s. From Bananarama and Madonna to Dexy’s Midnight Runners, Chaka Khan and Wham, expect the very best dancefloor fillers, presented in authentic '80s costume.It's a brilliant '80's Tribute!

Abba Alive

Wiltshire Abba Tribute

Abba Alive presents a superb four-piece tribute to the smash-hit '70s band Abba. Complete with authentic costumes, lightshow and disco-style music in the breaks, it all adds up to a splendid evening's entertainment.

ABBAGirls

Rated 4.67 out of 5

London Abba Tribute

With superb singing, terrific stage-presence and wonderfully glamorous costumes, it's no great surprise that the ABBAGirls stageshow has rapidly become one of the biggest popular UK spectacles of recent times

ACDarts African Drums And Dance

Rated 4.90 out of 5

London African drums

African drums, energetic choreography and colourful costumes get both young and old clapping and dancing along to a fusion of exotic rhythm and evocative melody, creating an exciting carnival atmosphere

Alfie Kingston Duo

Rated 4.88 out of 5

Bristol Acoustic Pop

An acoustic rock and pop duo performing a variety of music from the 1960s to the 2010s. Perfect for weddings, family parties, social functions and corporate events, they can provide a versatile DJ service as well

All Shook Up

Rated 4.83 out of 5

Bath Vintage Pop

With a combination of superb backing tracks, excellent harmony singing and great presentation, All Shook Up can take you on a meandering musical trip from vintage 1950s and 1960s pop classics through to the present day

Backbeat Beatles

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Liverpool Beatles Tribute

The Backbeat Beatles recapture the fresh enthusiasm of the early 'Fab Four' at their brilliant best. These guys present a show which is so musically and stylistically authentic, it's much more than simply a tribute

Black Velvet Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Ceilidh, Irish & Americana

Irish Ceili? Scottish Celidh? English Barn Dance? American Hoedown? Versatile professional musicians from Black Velvet Band present Irish, Scottish, English and American songs and dances, including an expert dance caller when needed and tailoring the style to suit your event

Blazing Saddles

Rated 4.86 out of 5

Somerset Line Dance & Country

Blazing Saddles are simply the best ‘fun’ Wild West Theme Band there is! So get out your kerchiefs and yank on your cowboy boots for a slice of real live country entertainment as American as Mom's apple pie

Blue Velvet Unplugged

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Folk, Pop, Roots

The professional musicians from Blue Velvet Unplugged present a versatile mix of Folky Pop, Country, Folk and Swing Jazz. It's the perfect combination for a small family party or drinks reception.

Boulevard Swing Jazz

Rated 4.67 out of 5

Bristol Swing Jazz

Under the spell of Ian's splendid singing voice and superb keyboard skills, you’ll sigh, you'll cry, you'll laugh the night away. The Boulevard Swing Jazz trio will generate a magical, romantic atmosphere at any venue.

Brand Of Fire (with caller)

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Gloucetershire Ceilidh

Based in Gloucestershire, Brand of Fire ceilidh band comes complete with caller to organise the dances. Expect high energy jigs and reels and simple dances everyone can join in. It is a great recipe for a barn dance or ceili!

Bristol Klezmer Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Klezmer and Jewish

The Bristol Klezmer Band can offer a trio of strolling gypsy musicians for drinks receptions, or a dynamic five or six-piece outfit fronted by soaring saxophone, clarinet and trombone for dancing later in the evening. The band can include swinging Gypsy Jazz if required.

Burlesque Belles: Showgirl Dance Troupe

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Burlesque Dancers

This professionally-trained, highly talented troupe of show girls specialise in performing frivolous, flirtatious Can-Can or raunchy Burlesque Revue shows in a wide variety of venues around the UK

Burlesque Belles: Vintage Dance Troupe

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Vintage Dancers

Burlesque Belles Vintage Dance Troupe evoke the festive spirit and style of a bygone era with their sparkling cabaret routines showcasing displays of a variety of retro dance-genres spanning the 20th century

Bygonz

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Gloucestershire Medieval

This fife, tabor and hurdy-gurdy duo provide the perfect accompaniment for medieval themed events!

Charleston Charlies

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Manchester 1920s Vintage Jazz

The Charleston Charlies will whisk you back on a nostalgic journey to the bandstand of The Savoy Ballroom, circa 1929. Their infectious, pitch-perfect rendition of '20s classics instantly recreates the Jazz Age

Django Gypsies

Bristol Gypsy Jazz

Showcasing saxophone/clarinet, double-bass and guitar, the Django Gypsies present a sophisticated version of the Parisian-style 'Hot Club' Swing Jazz genre performed with Eastern European verve and panache. Great Vintage gypsy jazz!

Fascinating Rhythm

Bristol Swing Jazz

Vintage Swing Jazz will bring the '20s, '30s and '40s vividly to life. Light-hearted, very listenable and extremely danceable - ideal music for a stylish wedding reception, themed birthday party or family celebrations

Five Star Swing

Rated 4.75 out of 5

London Swing Jazz

Stylish, authentic musical arrangements are the hallmark of Five Star Swing. When this eight-piece Little Big Band step out in style, Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra and Shirley Bassey come to life before your eyes

Frampton Footwarmers

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Trad Jazz

The Frampton Footwarmers will bring you an invigorating transfusion of Trad Jazz from way down South at its toe-tapping best. It's carefree, sunshine music that puts a skip in the step and a smile on your face

Frank Sinatra Ultimate Tribute Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Sinatra Tribute

With over three decades of acclaimed stage appearances in London theatres and prestigious venues in the UK, David Alacey has all the experience necessary to create and deliver his fine tribute to Frank Sinatra

Funk Machine

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Pop Band

Funk Machine is a four piece band that performs all of the best dance tracks from the '70s to the present day with energy, commitment, verve and style. Let your hair down and party on till dawn!

Fuse

Rated 4.67 out of 5

London Function Band

Fuse is a six piece professional party band presenting a repertoire of dance floor fillers from the 1950s to now. You can expect a jam-packed dance floor when Fuse takes the stage.

Gary Grace Sinatra Tribute Band

London Sinatra Tribute

Want the glamour, excitement and razzmatazz of Frank Sinatra - Ole Blue Eyes himself - for your celebration party or social event? A veteran of the London cabaret and theatre scene, Gary Grace is your man

Hussy

Rated 4.89 out of 5

London Indie, Rock & Pop

Whether it's a wedding reception, a birthday celebration, a private or corporate event or even a university ball, these guys can present exactly the right mix of popular music to get a party going with a real swing

Ian Towers Solo : Pop ’50s – ’00s

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Solo

Ian Towers Solo presents an enormous repertoire of chart-toppers spanning across the last six decades. Accompanying himself on synth keyboard with drum machine, Ian is a one man band! A talented musician, Ian cleverly creates the sound without using backing tracks.

Ian Towers Solo: Vintage Swing Jazz

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Solo Swing Jazz

Ian's solo show is the perfect vehicle for the wonderful Broadway songs that Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby made their own in that unrepeatable, glitzy, glamorous, Golden Hollywood Era of the '30s and '40s

Indian Sitar & Tabla Duo

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Gloucestershire Indian

If you’re looking to add a touch of exotic glamour to a special occasion, or are planning an Eastern-themed event, then Indian Sitar Duo may well fit the bill. The duo combines the instruments most commonly associated with the Indian tradition, sitar and tablas.

Jalikunda African Drums

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol African Drums

Jalikunda presents a blend of West African melody and rhythm, with the rippling harp-like sounds of the kora and hand-held djembe drums generating mesmerising cross-rhythms that will set the pulses racing

Jamma De Samba

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Samba

Importing the pulsating, vibrant rhythms of Brazilian Carnival to the UK, this scaled-down version of a Samba troupe is designed to bring those infectious Latin beats to indoor events or more intimate occasions

Jeremy Huggett’s Band Of Gold

Rated 4.75 out of 5

Devon Swing Jazz

Jeremy Huggett's Band Of Gold presents an engaging mix of Swing Jazz and Jazz standards. All of the iconic standards from each era are included in their repertoire - ‘Fly Me To The Moon’, ‘All That Jazz’, 'Stormy Weather' and ‘Take Five’.

Kinacho’s Salsa & Latin

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Salsa

London based Salsa Band Kinacho's Salsa & Latin present of Latin-American music that is passionate, dynamic and eminently danceable. Look forward to the characteristically hot-blooded tempos of Cuban Salsa and the Brazilian Lambada

La Belle De Paris

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Brighton French Swing Jazz

La Belle De Paris, a 2 - 5 piece accordéon-based vintage Parisian Band from Brighton showcasing a simply sensational French chanteuse, perform a delightful mix of classic chanson and Parisian swing jazz

La Cuba Ritmo

London Salsa

With swinging rhythms and skipping beats that lift the sound, Cuban music is powerhouse of cheerful energy. No-one can stay in their seats for long when La Cuba Ritmo strikes up - it's salsa music perfection

Le Cafe Jazz

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bath & Somerset "Hot Club" Swing Jazz

Le Cafe Jazz performs a delightful mix of Swing Jazz classics with a Gypsy Jazz twist. It's based around a string jazz trio, featuring violin, Django Reinhardt style guitar and double bass performing a version of Swing Jazz based on material drawn from the 1920s-30s Broadway Shows in "Hot Club" Paris style.

Marie-France Riboulet’s Harp

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Harpist

Marie-France Riboulet is a Bristol based harpist who performs well known classical favourites and popular song tunes. It's the perfect background for a wedding drinks reception.

Melegari String Quartet

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Cornwall String Quartet

With an extensive repertoire which includes classics and arrangements of popular tunes, the Melegari String Quartet is available for weddings, social events and private parties in the South West and beyond

Midnight Ramble Ceili Band

Bath Irish

This experienced four or five-piece perform an engaging mix of Irish songs and tunes. The four-piece includes a ceili-caller for organised dancing, and the five-piece presents a raunchy set of American Country/Pop

Opus One Vintage Swing Band

Rated 4.86 out of 5

Bath Swing Big Band

With an exhaustive repertoire of foot-stomping classics delivered in their distinctive swinging style, Opus One present their exhilarating programme of music for dancing. This is Big Band Swing at its very best!

Oscar’s Swing Jazz Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Manchester Vintage Swing Jazz

Carefully-crafted arrangements are the hallmarks of Oscar's Swing Jazz Band, offering keyboard, saxophone, double-bass and drums each the opportunity to step into the spotlight in style as the music unfolds

Padraig’s People

West Wales Irish

Padraig’s People is a high-energy, experienced Irish band performing all your favourite songs with style and conviction. Look forward to a wild party in The Dubliners style!

Piccadilly Dance Orchestra

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Swing Jazz Big Band

The Piccadilly Dance Orchestra are proud to present arguably the greatest dance music of all time - a studied selection of the best tunes of the Jazz Age, not to mention the 'Ratpack' classics of the Swing era

Plymouth Trad Jazz

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Devon Dixieland Jazz

Plymouth Trad Jazz presents the very best of that seminal New Orleans and Dixieland repertoire. It's a joyful, strutting, sunshine sound that is absolutely perfect for wedding celebrations and other family parties

Premier Brass Marching Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Marching Band

Premier Brass supply a fanfare team or marching band for every occasion. Whether it's an awards ceremony, banquet or product launch, these superbly-drilled musicians will enhance the event and add a distinct ceremonial touch

Real Steel

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Devon Steel Pan

Real Steel brings Trinidad carnival music to Plymouth, Exeter, Devon and Cornwall. All Caribbean musicians play sunshine sounds with a genuine holiday feel - Real Steel is no exception.

Shama

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Bollywood

Shama leads a versatile Indian band who bring the exotic spectacle and sensual flavour of Bollywood music to the world fusion stage through their vivid, unique presentations and exciting, colourful performances!

Soul For Sale

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Devon Soul

Giving evergreen pop classics a Motown twist, Soul For Sale is an energetic five or seven-piece party band that looks every bit as good as it sounds. Look forward to a full dancefloor all night - signed, sealed, delivered!

Soul Station

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Soul

Catering for all occasions, Soul Station is a high-energy party band with a ripping horn section. Be it a wedding reception, birthday bash, family celebration or a corporate event, these guys could be perfect for you

Souled Out

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Soul

Huge reserves of energy and solid musical skills are the foundations of the Souled Out experience. With a huge repertoire of Soul and Motown favourites, these guys have what it takes to really get the party going

Spill The Whiskey

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bath Ceilidh

Spill The Whiskey are one of the most versatile bands around. Superb Celtic music featuring Irish and Scottish songs and dancetunes, together with an experienced dance-caller to organise a ceilidh or barndance

Strings Bollywood Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Bollywood

Founded in 1994 by international singer Anuradha Shukla and music producer Kiran Thakrar, Strings Bollywood Band has steadily become the foremost exponent in the UK of Bollywood in its purely musical form

Strings Sitar Fusion Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Sitar & Tabla

Sitar melody and tabla rhythms sit at the centre of the sound, with keyboard completing a trio for larger events. Sax or flute can also be added to the mix.

The Backing-Track Barn Dance

Rated 4.50 out of 5

Devon Barn Dance

Performing solo with pre-recorded music on backing tracks, this professional, well-practised specialist dance-caller offers an extremely cost-effective ceilidh or barndance, suitable for beginners or experts alike

The Hammervilles

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Somerset Pop Band

Bringing rock and indie classics to the stage, along with all the pop favourites that everyone knows and loves, this Somerset party and wedding band provides a high energy performance that is guaranteed to keep the dance floor filled throughout the evening.

The Porter Boys

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Irish

Expect superb, characterful harmony vocals that might give The Dubliners a run for their money - driven along by tasty guitar and banjo and topped with lashings of fine fiddle and the odd trill of a penny whistle

Vintage Piano Trio

Bath Piano Trio

A versatile musician, veteran performer of diverse genres of music, Mike first encountered the Classical 'Top Ten' while entertaining visitors to the world-famous city of Bath as leader of The Pump Room Trio

Waytes And Measures

Gloucestershire Medieval

Waytes And Measures perform traditional music from the Medieval and Tudor periods on authentic instruments. This quintet is a perfect choice for medieval banquets, re-enactments, concerts and themed events

The Craickers - Manchester Irish, Indie, Rock 'n' Roll Band

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