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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

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

Al Fresco Trad Jazz Band

Rated 4.71 out of 5

Southampton Dixieland Jazz

Al Fresco Trad Jazz Band will perform fine, stylish renditions of toe-tapping Dixieland and Trad Jazz Classics. Authentically attired with straw boater, blazer and bow-tie, they present a splendid garden party treat

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

Bernard Wight Jazz And Swing

Rated 4.75 out of 5

Somerset Swing Jazz

Transport yourself back to the era of the Big Bands, when Swing and Jazz ruled the airwaves. Then was that Golden Age of 'The Great American Songbook' - brought to you afresh by the Bernard Wight Sextet

Biggin Hillbillies

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Kent Bluegrass & Barn Dance

The Biggin Hillbillies is a Kent based five-piece bluegrass band performing vintage bluegrass songs, folk, ‘50’s and ‘60’s pop, Irish favourites and jazz standards, all delivered in classic bluegrass style. The band can include an additional caller to organise a barn dance hoedown

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

Blackthorn

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Kent & Sussex Irish Band

Blackthorn is a popular and experienced four-piece Irish band that performs lively, popular Irish songs - perfect for any wedding or party. The band includes a dance caller and can also provide organised ceili dancing.

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.

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

Classic String Quartet

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol String Quartet

This group of musicians is led by Mike Evans, who first explored the lighter side of the classical repertoire during his years in the world-famous Pump Room in Bath. Hire this string quartet for your wedding, party or corporate event.

Dixieland Trad Jazzmen

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Trad Jazz

The Dixieland Trad Jazzmen bring the essence of Louisiana to life for you. It's hip-swinging, striding music that ushers a smile to the lips - the perfect musical solution for an outdoor occasion on a summer's day

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!

Excelsior Vintage Trad Jazz Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Berkshire Dixieland Jazz

Excelsior Vintage Trad Jazz Band will generate a Dixieland carnival atmosphere at your garden party or drinks reception. Ranging from an acoustic quartet to a full six-piece band, it's iconic Trad Jazz at its very best

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

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

Guilty Party

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Surrey Pop & Soul

An explosive four to eight-piece band performing a stonking selection of R'n'B, Soul and Rock Classics, the four-piece a cost-effective option with synthesised brass, the eight-piece featuring full horn section

HeadSpin

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Southampton

You can feel the raw energy as soon as the band open up into their first few riffs. Funky bass and feisty, well-placed drums make the rhythm fairly pop along, tastefully overlaid with stylish guitar and keyboards

Heartbeat

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bournemouth Pop Band

If you are looking for an outstanding and versatile live performance of a popular mix of dancefloor-filling music in a variety of styles spanning over six decades, then Joanna Gray and Heartbeat is the band for you

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

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

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

King Ceilidh Barn Dance Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Hampshire & Wiltshire Ceilidh & Barn Dance

King Ceilidh deliver an energetic, fun-filled session of ceilidh dancing that everybody can enjoy in English, Scottish, Irish ceili or even American Hoedown style - you take your pick. A rip-roaring assortment of jigs, reels, polkas and hornpipes will have all your guests up on their feet.

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.

Montana Rain

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Kent & Sussex American Country & Line Dancing

Dressed in cowboy costume, performing popular Country songs and including a line-dance caller, five piece band Montana Rain is perfect choice an American themed event.

Niteblues Original Steel Pan

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Steel Pan

Niteblues Original are a colourful group of musicians who take great pride in producing an uplifting performance at every event. Their lighthearted, sunshine music will import the spirit of the Caribbean to your party

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

Oysland Klezmer Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Klezmer

London-based Oysland provides a youthful “take” on the Balkan Klezmer tradition - perfect for weddings and bar mitzvahs. The band is available from a duo to a full-on seven piece and can include a dance caller.

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

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

Sergeant Early’s Dream (with caller)

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Ceilidh

Playing an exciting mix of traditional Irish jigs, polkas, hornpipes and reels alongside an experienced 'caller' to organise dances, Sergeant Early's Dream are probably one of the most exciting Ceilidh bands Bristol offers

Sergeant Early’s Dream Irish

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Irish

Sergeant Early's Dream reaches back into the past, both recent and more remote, and picks out the very best of the tried-and-trusted melodies, songs and dance-tunes that have delighted folk down the centuries

Simply Blue

London Pop

Simply Blue is a great London function band. Modern Pop, Classic Pop, Motown and Soul, Indie and Rock band good old Rock 'n' Roll are all included in the mix. It's the perfect band for weddings parties and corporate events. Available as a 4 - 7 piece band.

Sirius Salsa Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Salsa

Sirius Salsa is a Bristol based Brazillian band. Catch a ride on the widely varied but invariably sensual rhythms the Salsa, Bossa Nova, Samba, Baiao - and experience moods and sensations ranging from the ethereal to unashamed street-party madness

Soca Steel

Southampton Steel Pan

Let us introduce you to Wayne Gibson - steel pan player par excellence. Wayne's abiding passion for traditional Caribbean music and island culture was rekindled 15 years ago in Barbados

Sounds Of Steel

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Hampshire Steel Pan

Steel Pan music emanates from the streets of Trinidad, and is utterly unique. The exotic, magical rhythms took London by storm when a group from the island was invited to perform at the 1951 Festival of Britain

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 Groove

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Surrey Pop

Take two versatile singers, one blessed with excellent keyboard skills and the other an accomplished guitarist, throw in a tasty drummer, stir thoroughly, and you have all the ingredients for a superb party combo

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 Marionettes

Rated 4.86 out of 5

Bristol Vintage Harmony Trio

With a wide repertoire of vintage and reworked modern classics.This costumed 1940's vintage trio will transport you back into the glamorous Rat-pack era.

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

Thingumajig Ceilidh Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Kent & Sussex Ceilidh Band

A versatile and experienced four-piece band that includes a dance caller and popular folk songs. Perfect for an Irish wedding ceili, a lively barn dance, hoedown or Scottish ceilidh.

Ultraswing

Rated 5.00 out of 5

West Sussex Gypsy Jazz

Since forming in 1995, Ultraswing has rapidly become one of the UK's most firmly established and experienced Swing jazz bands, presenting Parisian Hot Club favourites with a distinctive European gypsy flavour

Up The Function

Bristol Soul & Motown Band

Up The Function is an exciting 12 piece wedding and party band, fronted by 3 vocalists and featuring a stomping 6 piece brass section. The band gives the Big Band treatment to dance floor favourites from the ‘60s to the present day.

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

Wade Austin Steel Pan

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Steel Pan

The Wade Austin Steel Pan Band from London evokes the spirit of the Caribbean at your wedding reception or party. Happy-go-lucky calypso and reggae beats will soon have your guests relaxing, smiling and laughing.

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