At LiveBand Entertainment, we’re big believers in the benefits of booking a live band for you, your event, and your guests. A fantastic live band is an investment we think is well worth making for your next party, celebration, or special event. But if you’re not quite convinced, read on for our top 5 reasons to book a live band. 

1. Boost the mood 

Music has been shown to contribute to the release of oxytocin and dopamine. Also known as our ‘happy hormones’, these two chemicals help us to feel happy and experience pleasure. So if you’re looking to get guests grinning, our great range of live bands to hire are just the ticket.

2. Bring people together 

People who sing together, stay together. Music, and singing with others, have been shown to be powerful ways in which we make social bonds and connect with each other. So singing along to a sensational live band with your guests won’t just improve your next event – it may well improve your relationships too. Plus, enjoying live music together is always a great way to make memories and reminisce on days gone by with your nearest and dearest. 

3. Increased life expectancy 

If you’re looking for reasons to book a live band, you can’t do much better than a boost to your life expectancy!  A scientific study commissioned by 02 suggests that fortnightly gig attendance could extend life expectancy by as much as 9 years. The same 02 study also found that spending just 20 minutes at a gig increased people’s feelings of wellbeing by 21% – more than 20 minutes of yoga and 20 minutes of dog-walking combined. How’s that for value for money?

4. Improved brain function 

Want to get your grey matter going? You’re in the right place. Listening to music has been shown to reduce stress and improve cognitive function in everything from linguistic and spatial processing to memory. Something that’s worth remembering (pun intended) next time you’re looking for reasons to book a live band! 

5. The WOW factor 

Finally, we may be biassed but we can’t help but think that a live band is the BEST way to level up any event. As well as offering entertainment, fun and giving any party a focus, live music can really bring the WOW factor to your special celebrations. So if you’re looking for a way to make an impression, get people moving, and leave them with magical memories of a fun-filled event, it’s got to be a live band! 

Book a live band for your next event 

At Live Band Entertainment we are passionate about making every event a night to remember.  We have every type of band, suitable for any event.

With a huge range of live bands to choose from, we’ve plenty of options to help get the party started. Whether you’re looking for pop, r & b, rock and roll, jazz, reggae, rock, indie, soul, or ska – we can cater for all tastes. And, having spent years putting our set lists together, we can promise you a non-stop floor stomping night, regardless of which band you choose. Yet another great reason to book a live band with LiveBand Entertainment! 

Our party bands for hire

Got a band in mind? Great! If not, we can help you to find one. To get you started, take a look at a few of our fabulous party bands below:

• On The Func – powerful, foot-stomping 10-piece party band 
• Functown – 6-piece function band perfect for parties 
• Sound – 8-piece band featuring female vocals and full horn section
• The Tones – 3-, 4- or 5-piece indie, rock, pop and soul band 
• Party Band Groove – 5 to 10 piece party band, featuring of some of the UK’s finest professional musicians
• Satchmo – raucous 4-piece 50s blues band 
• Funk Soul Brothers – corporate and wedding band covering classic Motown, funk and soul hits
• Josie and the Majestics – 5-piece pop-soul band
• All The Beats – exciting DJ live band offering non-stop party sets
• Live Roots – cool and stylish 9-piece band
• The Chequers – 4-piece band performing a unique mix of 60s, pop, classic soul, swing, jazz and Motown
• Rose Buddies – super soul band with something to suit all tastes
• Skaville – 9-piece ska and reggae band

Available for hire across the UK, most of our bands also come with an unmanned DJ playlist to keep people moving between sets. But you can always book an actual DJ too if you wish! 

All live bands for hire

None of these take your fancy? Check out our full range of live bands for hire – we’re sure you’ll find something to suit. 

Get in touch today 

Seen a band you love? Want to discuss what else LiveBand Entertainment can offer?

Get in touch today!

We’ll be more than happy to talk through your requirements and find the perfect package for you.

The Lulas and LiveBand Entertainment – an exciting new partnership 

New month, new signing! LiveBand entertainment are absolutely thrilled to spring into March as the official new management team of The Lulas! Read on to find out more about this fantastic funk-infused pop foursome, including your chance to see them live in 2023. 

About The Lulas 

The Lulas are a 4 piece funk-infused pop band, based in Middlesbrough, UK. 

With a sensational sound that fans have compared to the likes of Red Hot Chilli Peppers mixed with Amy Winehouse, the band are already making waves on the music scene. 

As well as performing at a range of festivals in and around their hometown, the band have also: 

• supported reggae pop band Kioko 
• performed at the Songs from Northern Britain event hosted by Vic Galloway from BBC Radio 6 and BBC Radio Scotland 
• received support and regular features from BBC Introducing Northeast and Tees 

See The Lulas live with Scouting for Girls 

Everyone at LBE headquarters are jumping for joy at the chance to represent a brilliant up and coming talent like The Lulas. And to celebrate, we’ve scouted (sorry!) them out an incredible opportunity to show off their stuff.

We’re thrilled to invite you to see The Lulas live as they support headliners Scouting for Girls at Stockeld Rox festival on Sunday 20th August 2023. 

So get your tickets now to make sure you don’t miss out! 

Or, if you can’t quite make it, you’ll have another opportunity to see the band light up the stage at the Yorkshire Dales Food and Drinks Festival from Saturday 22nd to Sunday 23rd July 2023. Book your tickets for a weekend of fun, food, and fantastic music from our fabulous foursome. 

Listen to The Lulas 

While you wait to catch them live, why not get to know the band online? 

Of course we may be biassed – but we think you’d be hard pressed not to love The Lulas’ unique, funky-fresh sound. But don’t just take our word for it – check them out and see for yourself! 

Listen to The Lulas on iTunes and Spotify, or take a look at a few of their sensational songs below. We’re sure you’ll agree that they’re not to be missed! 

Criminal 

Think You’re Cool 

Wish 

Like what you hear? Get in touch now to discuss hiring The Lulas for your next event.

We’ve partnered up with Everybody’s All Day Social to offer a free live music night in Guiseley on the last Friday of the month! Known as Everybody’s LIVE, this exciting partnership will see LiveBand Entertainment provide a smorgasbord of sensational acts for locals and visitors alike to enjoy over fantastic food, delicious drinks, and everything else Everybody’s has to offer. 

From party bands to funk and soul groups, blues and jazz trios, and much more, read on to find out how we’re revolutionising the Guiseley music scene! 

Everybody’s LIVE line-up 

With fantastic live music every month in 2023, our Guiseley live music night is the perfect choice for date nights, catch-ups and special occasions of all kinds. 

Music kicks off at 8.30pm. So mark these dates in your diaries, grab your dancing shoes, and get ready for a night to remember! 

Melody (The Tasty Trio) – Friday 31st March 

Brothers on the Slide – Friday 28th April 

Melody (The Tasty Trio) – Friday 28th May

 The Joseph Moore Trio – Friday 30th June

 Functown – Friday 28th July

Functown Trio – Friday 25th August 

Melody (The Tasty Trio) – Friday 29th September 

The Joseph Moore Trio – Friday 27th October 

Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis – Friday 24th November 

How to book 

While you may be able to walk in on the night, we advise booking to make sure you don’t miss out!

Book online, call Everybody’s All Day Social on 01943 674433, or email [email protected]. 

About the bands 

With loads of great acts on offer, you’ll be spoilt for choice with our Guiseley live music night. Luckily, there’s no ban on visiting more than once. In fact, we actively encourage it!

To get a feel for what to expect from each of our sensational bands, watch them in action below.

Melody (The Tasty Trio) 

A four-piece party band playing a great range of hits, from modern pop to classic rock, funk, soul and beyond. 

Like what you hear? Hire Melody for your event. 

Brothers on the slide 

Based in Leeds, soul and funk band Brothers on the slide will offer up a mix of original songs and cool covers.

The Joseph Moore Trio 

Singer-songwriter and self-professed ‘cheeky upstart’ Joseph Moore won’t disappoint as he brings his rich vocals and original tunes to the Everybody’s stage. 

Functown / Functown Trio

A party band that does what it says on the tin! With a shot of Soul, a dash of Funk, a large measure of Motown, and all topped with a splash of Pop, Functown will Rock with you all night long.

Like what you hear? Hire Functown for your event. 

Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis 

A raucous five-piece made up of vocals, double bass, screamin’ sax and drums. This bombastic blues band will provide fan favourites from Blues and Ska to Rocksteady, Vintage Swing and Jumpin Jove. 

Like what you hear? Hire Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis for your event. 

About the venue 

Situated in the heart of Guiseley, Everybody’s All Day Social prides itself on doing exactly what it says on the tin – offering a unique, energetic atmosphere with something for everybody to enjoy. Open 7 days a week and serving tasty treats from 10am to 9pm, you can expect sensational seasonal produce and mouthwatering menus that include a range of vegan and gluten-free options. 

As well as this, the venue offers a great selection of drinks including innovative cocktails, craft and bottled beers, draught beer, ciders and an extensive wine and spirits menu – so you won’t be short of something to sip while you enjoy the show!  

Visit the Everybody’s All Day Social website to find out more about what’s on offer.

Image by Rochak Shukla on Freepik

Valentine’s day may be over and done, but with 10% off all our live bands for hire, we’re still spreading the love. Simply make a booking by 28th February 2023 to take advantage of our great value function bands, party bands, wedding bands and more.

Live bands for hire for any occasion 

Whatever event you’re planning, we have an incredible act to make it extra special. Take a look at our great range of live bands for hire to see what we can offer. 

Here at LiveBand Entertainment we’ve helped more than 3000 happy customers to entertain guests at everything from weddings to milestone birthdays, corporate events and celebrations of all shapes and sizes. 

With everything from 10 piece party bands to barbershop quartets, gospel groups, pianists, bagpipes, and even a Take That tribute band, we’re sure you’ll find something to suit your needs. 

We can cater for a broad range of music styles and tastes including: 

• Pop 
• Rock 
• Gospel 
• Ska 
• 60s
• 70s
• 80s 
• Motown
• Funk
• Swing 
• Ceilidh 
• Jazz 
• Blues 
• Modern 
• Classical 
• Soul 
• House 

10% off all bookings until 28th February 2023

Seen something that takes your fancy? Get a great deal on your live band booking, with 10% off when you book by 28th February 2023. 

We pride ourselves on offering top-quality service at very competitive prices. Plus, when you book with us you can rest assured your performance is in the bag, thanks to our 3 point promise: 

• Booking date – once confirmed, your booking date will never change 
• Fixed price – the price we quote is the price you pay, with no surprise charges 
• Professionalism – from booking to big day we guarantee total professionalism from start to finish 

There’s just over a week left to take advantage of our fantastic February offer. So what are you waiting for? Get in touch now to make your booking. We can’t wait to work with you!  

Enjoy live music from swingin’ sensation Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis at Everybody’s All Day Social in Guiseley on Friday 24th February from 8.30pm.

Music lovers of Guiseley, have we got a treat for you! LiveBand Entertainment is here to help you brighten up these dull winter days with a sensational gig from our brilliant band Satchmo, aka Louis Louis Louis. We can’t wait to present this awesome foursome to you. So if you’re looking for toe-tapping tunes and a fantastic Friday night, read on for all you need to know about some of the best live music Guiseley has to offer!

About the event

What: An evening of live music, good food, and great drinks

Where: Everybody’s All Day Social, Guiseley, 91-97 Otley Road

Guiseley, LS20 8PS

When: Friday 24th February 2023 from 8.30pm

About the band – Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis

Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis are a raucous four-piece made up of vocals, double bass, sax and drums. Band members Howlin’ Ric (drums and vocals), PorkCuts (double bass and vocals), Dylan Fox (piano and vocals), and King Zepha (reeds and vocals) make up this bombastic blues band. With a sensational sound and an awesome set list, you can expect crowd favourites from genres including: 

• Vibe 
• Vintage Swing 
• Classic Jump Blues 
• Rocksteady 
• Ska
• Jumpin Jove 

About the venue – Everybody’s All Day Social 

Situated in the heart of Guiseley, Everybody’s All Day Social prides itself on doing exactly what it says on the tin. The venue offers a unique, energetic atmosphere with something for everybody to enjoy. Open 7 days a week and serving tasty treats from 10am to 9pm, you can expect sensational seasonal produce and mouthwatering menus. Plus, they have a range of vegan and gluten-free options – so there’s something to suit all tastes. 

As well as this, the venue offers a great selection of drinks including:

• innovative cocktails
• craft and bottled beers
• draught beer
• ciders
• an extensive wine and spirits menu

So you can be sure you won’t be short of something to sip while you enjoy the show!  

Visit the Everybody’s All Day Social website to find out more about what’s on offer.

What to expect from the evening 

Think 50’s jump jiving, live swinging, RnB, jump blues, ska and rocksteady! Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis pay tribute to the three greats – Louis Armstrong, Louis Prima, and Louis Jordan. The band will serve up thumpin’ slap bass, wailin’ sax, jumpin’ piano and raucous four-part vocal harmonies which are guaranteed to keep you jiving from start to finish. 

With a repertoire jam-packed with fan favourites, from Jungle Book’s Bare Necessities, to Great Balls Of Fire (Jerry Lee Lewis) or I’m In The Mood For Love (Jools Holland & Jamiroquai), you’ll not be short of songs to sing along to. And, with lead singer Sam Thornton boasting previous appearances at Glastonbury and on TV’s The Voice, you know you’re in safe hands for a stellar show. 

Fancy a flavour of what’s in store? Check out the band in action below.

Book Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis for your event 

Like what you see? Satchmo aka Louis Louis Louis are available to hire for events across the UK. Read more about the band and what they offer, or get in touch now to book them for your next big event. We guarantee you won’t regret it.

Or, if you’re after something slightly different, we have a range of bands to hire to suit all tastes. So don’t be shy – contact us to discuss your requirements. We can’t wait to hear from you.

We’ve got so many fantastic singers, bands and musicians here at LiveBand Entertainment. 

In this blog, we’re showcasing magical musician for hire Cherie (aka Little Violet).

Cherie Gears (aka Little Violet)

A seasoned musician for hire 

A degree-qualified jazz musician, composer and performer, Cherie gigs across the UK and Europe with a range of Live Band Entertainment ensembles including: 

• Cherie – solo voice and piano
• Scarlett Street – our a cappella barbershop quartet
• On The Func – our ten piece function band
• Functown – a six piece party band 

From The Royal Albert Hall to Kensington Palace and London’s Jazz Café, she has graced the stage of some of the UK’s most prestigious venues. So if you decide to hire Cherie for your event, you’ll be in very good company! 

And Cherie’s no stranger to the screen, either. As well as live gigs on the BBC and Sky radio and TV, she’s also appeared on a whole range of local and national news programmes.

Spotify sensation Little Violet 

As if all this weren’t enough, Cherie also runs her own original project, Little Violet. But don’t let the name fool you – there’s nothing little about her success! With over 100,000 monthly listeners and more than a million views on Spotify, her music and vocals have featured on TV shows and adverts around the world. Credits include: 

• How to Build a Sex Room (Netflix)
• Resident Evil (Netflix) 
• CBeebies Bedtime Stories (BBC)
• Britain’s Got Talent (ITV) 

Check her out in action below:

Meet our musician for hire Cherie

With such an impressive CV,  we’re sure you’d love to learn more about the person behind the performer. So we caught up with Cherie to talk about all things – what else – entertainment! 

Hi Cherie (or should we say Little Violet?!) Tell us a bit more about your life as a performer! How long have you been as a singer-songwriter?

Well, I’ve been working as a professional musician and songwriter since I graduated from Leeds Conservatoire in 2008 – so more years than I’d care to count! Oh okay…. 14 years. 

That’s pretty impressive. How many times do you think you’ve performed to a live audience in that time? 

Oh well…. that’s a tough one. If I had to put a number on it though, I’d say at least 5000 times!

Wow! That’s a lot of practice. We know you’ve got a host of songs to suit any occasion – but what’s your favourite song to perform? 

No doubt in my mind – I will never grow tired of singing Etta James’ At Last.

You can’t beat the classics! We can really see the influence of the great soul singers in your vocals. Would you say they are your musical inspiration? 

Definitely! I idolise Aretha Franklin, and get so much inspiration from Stevie Wonder too. 

As a musician for hire at LiveBand entertainment, you travel the country performing for clients. Where is your favourite place to strut your stuff? 

I love a stage – so whether it’s an intimate jazz gig or main stage festival, I’m happy! Any event with passionate music fans in the audience is fine by me.

Speaking of our clients, they’ve told us your voice is ‘stunning’ and ‘amazing’ – and we can’t help but agree! But who do you think you sound most like?

Thank you! I’m always thrilled to get great feedback from my gigs. As for my sound, people tend to tell me I’m like a mix of Amy Winehouse and jazz vocalist Anita O’Day. But I’d most like to sound like the stunning Esperanza Spalding. 

Well we think you’re just great as you are, Cherie. Thanks for chatting to us!

Hire a musician or band for your next event

Want a soloist to serenade your wedding guests? A party band to perk up your work event? Or a master musician for your bar or restaurant? LiveBand Entertainment has got you covered, wherever you are in the UK. So don’t delay –  contact us now to discuss your requirements.

If you’re looking for a singer for hire for a wedding, party or special event in 2023, you’re in the right place. Just like the hit musical, our new party singer Jamie is sure to get everybody talking – especially as he’ll soon be hitting the small screen on a new ITV singing show! 

An electrifying solo artist, Jamie can spice up any event with his toe-tapping covers and pitch perfect vocals. With a range of styles on offer, he’s got something to suit all tastes. So whether you want modern pop hits from Ed Sheeran and George Ezra, to rat-pack classics, rock, opera and RnB, look no further.

Jamie is now available for parties, weddings and events across the UK. So why delay? Book Jamie for your event today and get set for a fantastic show.

A professional singer for hire for parties, weddings and events across the UK

As the son of a professional musician, Jamie has been a passionate singer, performer and artist since the age of 4. With over 15 years experience, his credits include appearances on:

• the West End
• BBC 1
• ITV
• Channel 4

He has since channelled his passion for performance as a singer for hire for events across the UK. With years of experience on the live music scene in pubs, clubs, hotels and holiday parks, Jamie’s sure to make your special event one to remember.

Singer-songwriter and star of the small screen

As well as his fantastic vocals, Jamie is also training as a songwriter and producer. Having worked with members of The Chicks (formerly Dixie Chicks) and Gary Barlow’s band, his music has been played on BBC radio and stations across Australia and the USA.

And 2023 is an even more exciting year for our sensational singer-songwriter. Why? Because you’ll soon be seeing him on the small screen in a brand new (and top secret) ITV signing show. 

Watch the video below to get a feel for what Jamie can offer – and be prepared to be blown away!

Hire a party singer for your event

With party bands and singers available across the UK, you’re sure to find the perfect singer for hire at LiveBand Entertainment. So take a look at our bands and singers for hire or get in touch to discuss your requirements today.

Our 10-piece function band made it a Christmas party to remember for the Millennium Group.

With the festive season in full swing, LiveBand entertainment has been busy making magical moments for clients across the UK. Our party bands, wedding bands and corporate bands are the perfect way to add some sparkle to your special event. And, with function bands for hire for any occasion and location, we won’t let a little distance come between us and a great show!

That’s why, on Friday 16th December, our 10-piece function band On The Func took on a 10 and half hour round trip to The City Pavillion in Dagenham. The mission? Give owners The Millennium Group a Christmas party to, like Rudolph, go down in history.

A venue fit for the festivities

From shimmering chandeliers and Art Deco inspired tiles, to towering trees and sparkling staircases; The City Pavilion looked fresh from the pages of The Great Gatsby. 

And, with function rooms catering for groups of up to 1,800 guests, it was the perfect place for our function band to strut their stuff.

Bringing the ‘func’

Taking to the stage of the Manhattan Suite, On The Func dazzled the crowd with a mix of hits. From modern fan favourites and noughties nostalgia, to showstopping songs from the 80s and beyond, there was something for everyone.

Made up of 3 vocalists, a 3 part brass section, keyboard, guitar, bass and drums, the 10 piece party band dazzled Dagenham with their pitch-perfect harmonies, toe-tapping rhythms and all-out energy. 

But don’t just take our word for it. Take a look at what the client had to say about this night to remember:

Thanks for organising the band. It was great, and everyone enjoyed the night! We had some good feedback from the client too!

Hire a function band

Whether you’re looking to hire a band for parties, corporate functions, weddings or other events, LiveBand Entertainment has you covered. 

You can now book On The Func and our other talented groups for events across the UK in 2023. So go on – give yourself the gift of great entertainment this Christmas and contact us to find out more. 

We can’t wait to hear from you soon! And until then – have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.