The Sugar Grooves A high-energy party band for weddings, corporate events & celebrations.

Based in United Kingdom

Reading, England
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Reading, England, United Kingdom
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from £1000 (GBP)
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Rated
10 / 10 from 60 reviews
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Description Price
Silver – 3-piece£1000 (GBP)
Gold – 5-piece£1900 (GBP)
Diamond – 7-piece£2500 (GBP)
Platinum – 9-piece£3100 (GBP)
Additional Dinner / Drinks Reception Sets (60 minutes) – Solo to 9-piece. Available when booking the main party band.£200 (GBP)
Travel expenses are charged separately from our performance fees and calculated based on the distance travelled by each performer. Any parking charges, congestion charges, tolls or accommodation requirements will be quoted in advance. Hot meals and soft drinks must be provided for all performers, including the sound engineer where applicable. If meals cannot be provided, an additional catering allowance of £30 per person will apply.

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High-Energy Live Entertainment | Exceptional Musicians | Unforgettable Celebrations

The Sugar Grooves are a professional, high-energy party band bringing the biggest pop hits, funk, soul, disco and dancefloor classics to weddings, corporate events and private celebrations across the UK.

Combining exceptional musicianship, infectious energy and exciting live arrangements, we know exactly how to get the party started and keep the dancefloor full!

Many of our bookings come through word of mouth or from guests who’ve seen us perform at friends’ weddings and parties. We believe there’s no better compliment than being invited back to entertain at another celebration!

Experienced Musicians, Outstanding Entertainment

The Sugar Grooves brings together an exceptional collective of professional UK session musicians with impressive experience across the music and entertainment industry.

Our musicians’ collective credits include prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, The O2 Arena, Wembley Stadium, The Savoy and Royal Ascot, alongside performances for major international brands, luxury events and high-profile celebrations.

Our musicians have performed with or alongside renowned artists including Bruno Mars, Olly Murs, Jason Derulo, Bastille, Little Mix, Gary Barlow and Alesha Dixon.

Their experience also includes touring with Bastille and S Club, performing in West End productions such as Back to the Future and We Will Rock You, and taking part in prestigious celebrations associated with the wedding of Prince William and Catherine.

This wealth of professional experience means you’re booking musicians who know how to deliver outstanding live entertainment.

Live Entertainment Tailored to You

Whether you’re planning an intimate wedding reception, a glamorous corporate event or a spectacular party, we offer flexible 3, 5, 7 and 9-piece line-ups to suit your venue, budget and occasion.

From timeless funk, soul and disco classics to today’s biggest pop and dance anthems, our repertoire is designed to appeal to guests of all ages.

Our musicians regularly perform together, creating a polished and energetic live show. Individual performers may vary depending on availability, but every musician is carefully selected to maintain our exceptional performance standards.

What’s Included?

* Up to two hours of live music
* Professional PA system and stage lighting
* Professional sound setup and management
* DJ-style playlists between sets
* One first dance or special song request
* Public Liability Insurance
* Flexible line-up options to suit your event

We can also provide additional live background or dinner music, creating the perfect atmosphere before the evening celebrations begin.

Let’s Get the Party Started!

From the first song to the final encore, our aim is simple: to create an incredible atmosphere, fill your dancefloor and give you and your guests memories that last long after the music stops.

Whether you’re celebrating your wedding, birthday or a special corporate occasion, The Sugar Grooves will bring the energy, professionalism and entertainment to make your event unforgettable.

Click ‘Check Availability’ today for a personalised quote. We’d love to be part of your celebration!


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10 / 10

Location

Based in United Kingdom

Reading, England
Travels up to 500 miles
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Song list

The Sugar Grooves – Sample Repertoire

From timeless disco and funk classics to modern pop hits and Ibiza-inspired dance anthems, The Sugar Grooves bring something for everyone!

Our repertoire includes a mixture of individual songs and exciting live medleys, carefully arranged to keep the dancefloor full.

Funk, Soul & Disco Classics

* September – Earth, Wind & Fire

* Treasure – Bruno Mars

* Superstition – Stevie Wonder

* Ain’t Nobody – Chaka Khan

* Never Too Much – Luther Vandross

* Get Lucky – Daft Punk

* Le Freak – Chic

* Uptown Funk – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

* We Are Family – Sister Sledge

* I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor

Pop & Party Anthems

* Let’s Get Loud – Jennifer Lopez

* Don’t Start Now – Dua Lipa

* I Wanna Dance with Somebody – Whitney Houston

* Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey

* Valerie – Amy Winehouse

* Proud Mary – Tina Turner

* Stop – Spice Girls

* Everybody (Backstreet’s Back) – Backstreet Boys

* Reach – S Club 7

* Moves Like Jagger – Maroon 5

* Espresso – Sabrina Carpenter

* Juice – Lizzo

* About Damn Time – Lizzo

* Levitating – Dua Lipa

Dance, House & Ibiza Classics

* Finally – CeCe Peniston

* Rather Be – Clean Bandit ft. Jess Glynne

* Show Me Love – Robin S

* Sing It Back – Moloko

* Freed from Desire – Gala

* We Found Love – Rihanna ft. Calvin Harris

* Sandstorm – Darude

* Insomnia – Faithless

* Believe – Cher

* Murder on the Dancefloor – Sophie Ellis-Bextor

* You Got the Love – Florence + The Machine

Our Live Medleys

We also perform specially arranged medleys combining popular hits into energetic, continuous live performances.

Please note: Our repertoire is subject to change, and some songs are performed as part of medleys rather than individually. Special requests can be discussed in advance.

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Technical Requirements – The Sugar Grooves

* Power: Minimum two reliable 13-amp sockets near the performance area.
* Space: Ideally 6m wide × 4m deep, depending on band size (3–9 musicians).
* Sound Limiters: Please advise us of any noise restrictions before booking.
* Setup: Allow 90–120 minutes for loading, setup and soundcheck.
* Food & Drinks: A hot meal and soft drinks for each performer and crew member. If unavailable, £30 per person applies.
* Parking: Suitable parking for band vehicles, with all parking costs covered by the client.
* Travel: Additional travel charges may apply, including congestion charges, ULEZ and tolls.
* Changing Room: A private, secure area for changing, breaks and storing belongings.
* Access: Please advise of stairs, restricted loading access or long distances from parking.


What information do you require about a venue?

Please confirm whether the venue has a sound limiter or noise restrictions, available performance space, power supply, parking arrangements and loading access. We also require details of any stairs, access restrictions and the availability of a private changing room.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes! The Sugar Grooves provide professional PA and stage lighting as part of our standard packages, suitable for events of up to approximately 150 guests. Larger events can be accommodated with additional equipment arranged in advance.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes! We provide a complimentary DJ-style playlist before, between and after our live sets, keeping the atmosphere going throughout the evening. Clients are welcome to share their musical preferences or request a suitable playlist in advance. This is a playlist service rather than a live DJ.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever worked at?

Our musicians have been fortunate to perform at some of the UK’s most prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall, The O2 Arena, Wembley Stadium, The Savoy and Royal Ascot. We’ve also been involved in performances celebrating Prince William and Kate’s Royal Wedding. Every event is special, but bringing that same level of experience to our clients’ celebrations is what we love most!


What's your favourite type of event?

We absolutely love weddings! There’s nothing better than seeing a packed dancefloor with guests of all ages celebrating together. We also love corporate events and private parties, where we can bring the same energy, excitement and unforgettable live entertainment to every occasion.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

The Sugar Grooves are a collective of professional UK session musicians brought together through years of experience in the live music industry. Our musicians have worked with artists including Olly Murs, Jason Derulo, Bastille, Little Mix, Gary Barlow and Alesha Dixon, alongside major tours and West End productions.

With extensive experience performing at weddings, corporate events and private celebrations, we created The Sugar Grooves to bring world-class musicianship and high-energy live entertainment to events across the UK.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

We’re influenced by legendary artists including Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire, Chic, Whitney Houston and Bruno Mars. Their incredible musicianship, infectious grooves and timeless hits inspire our performances.

It’s difficult to choose just one favourite artist, but Stevie Wonder is a standout for his songwriting and musical talent.

As for the greatest song of all time, we’d have to choose “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire – a timeless dancefloor classic that brings generations together and never fails to get the party started!

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

We typically require up to 120 minutes for loading in, setting up and soundchecking before guests enter the performance area.

Our standard packages include up to 2 hours of live music, usually performed as 2 x 60-minute sets with a break between.

A DJ-style playlist is included before, between and after our live sets, subject to the agreed finish time. Performance timings can be tailored to suit your event.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes, we are happy to perform outdoors, provided there is suitable protection from rain, wind and direct sunlight.

We require a flat, stable, covered performance area, a safe power supply and protection for our instruments and electrical equipment. All outdoor arrangements must be agreed in advance.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

Absolutely! We have an extensive repertoire of pop, soul, funk, disco and dancefloor classics.

Clients are welcome to share their favourite songs and preferences ahead of the event. We can also learn a first dance or special request with advance notice, subject to suitability.

Our experienced musicians will tailor the setlist to the audience to keep the dancefloor full!


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Our clients regularly describe The Sugar Grooves as energetic, professional and incredibly entertaining!

Feedback often highlights our fantastic musicianship, friendly approach and ability to create an amazing party atmosphere.

From packed dancefloors to guests singing along all night, clients frequently tell us how much their guests loved the band and how we helped make their celebrations unforgettable.

Recent Clients

The Sugar Grooves has performed for these clients:

ITV

Channel 4

English National Ballet

Grosvenor Casinos

Genting Casino

Royal Ascot

Stafford Christmas Lights

Herrco Cosmetics

Royal Wedding Celebrations (Prince William & Kate)

Venues

The Sugar Grooves has performed at these venues:

Royal Albert Hall, London

The O2 Arena, London

Wembley Stadium, London

The Savoy, London

Harrods, London

The Roman Baths, Bath

Royal Ascot, Ascot

Grosvenor Casinos

Genting Casino

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Event types

Wedding

Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Wedding Proposal

Charity Event

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Pop

Covers

Disco

Funk

Features

Male & female vocalists
PA / sound system included
Lighting system included
DJ / background music options
PAT tested
Public liability insurance
Uses backing tracks

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