1950s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Crawley

Discover 378 professional 1950s era musicians and bands available for hire in Crawley, England, United Kingdom. These vintage performers have received 1,060 reviews from real clients, maintaining an average rating of 5 out of 5.

Of the 378 suppliers listed here, 58 are based within 30 miles of Crawley. The other 320 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in London, Brighton, Guildford, Worthing, Aldershot, Brentford, Caterham, Chertsey and 8 other places within 30 miles.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,060 reviews of 1950s Era Musicians & Bands

Based near Crawley

2-piece covers band performing popular hits from the 50s to the 80s

Crawley

England

(1)

Book from £190 (GBP)

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Sultry Songs of a Timeless Era

Haywards Heath

England · 9 miles away

(8)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Singer/saxophonist - solo to big band for jazz, blues and vintage pop/rock

Caterham

England · 13 miles away

(3)

Book from £100 (GBP)

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Guitarist / vocalist / songwriter, experienced, pro standard, good gear, car

Epsom

England · 15 miles away

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Paul Hudson sings the greatest hits from Sinatra and friends 'Rat Pack' era.

Guildford

England · 19 miles away

(8)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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Singer with quality backing tracks - Background / Party Vibe or Sing-along

Guildford

England · 19 miles away

(2)

Book from £100 (GBP)

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Jazz and Swing Band, also playing Postmodern Jukebox

Guildford

England · 19 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Old-time rock 'n' roll and country music with 3- and 4-part harmony singing!

Esher

England · 19 miles away

(2)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Five piece authentic rock and roll in the style of Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis.

Hove

England · 20 miles away

(6)

Book from £600 (GBP)

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Super swinging jazz singer with live band

Brighton

England · 20 miles away

(1)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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Solo Jazz singer, performing classic Jazz numbers from 1950's-current day

Brighton

England · 20 miles away

(8)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Sing along with us! We specialise in songs you know and love :D

Brighton

England · 20 miles away

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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Authentic, yet compact big band playing the music of roaring 20's to rat pack

Brighton

England · 20 miles away

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Book from £1350 (GBP)

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5 piece rockabilly /country rock/retro pop style, covers with fun

Tonbridge

England · 21 miles away

(4)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Sophisticated band performing standards from the Great American Songbook

Kingston

England · 21 miles away

(10)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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Solo artist- Ideal for weddings & parties.

Worthing

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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5 Piece Swing Blues band

Worthing

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £800 (GBP)

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Sinatra style singer & entertainer, Solo to Big Band

Chertsey

England · 24 miles away

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Book from £360 (GBP)

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Rates for 1950s era musicians in Crawley currently range from about £100 to £1,300+, depending on group size, performance duration, and specific requirements. Most bookings average around £400, representing excellent value for professional vintage entertainment. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 75 enquiries for 1950s Era Musicians & Bands at events in and around Crawley, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 3 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
69% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
39% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
September to December
52% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 25 miles
For the 75% based outside the event's town

Reviews of 1950s Era Musicians & Bands based near Crawley

5/5 from 165 reviews
Photo of The Opposition The Opposition "Mark and Phil have played twice at my garden party. They have delighted guests of all ages. They are not only very talented musicians but are lovely people who draw the audience in. No-one wanted them to finish! I cannot recommend them highly enough - accomplished, professional, punctual and charming!" Based in Crawley, England Mandy Claiden - Private Garden Party Photo of Keziah Keziah "Keziah sang at our wedding and we couldn't have asked for anyone better! She really made the event even more special. Great voice, and very prompt and professional at rehearsals and on the day. Would recommend to anyone getting married!" Based in Haywards Heath, England (9 miles from Crawley) Chris S - Wedding ceremony Photo of Kit Packham Kit Packham "Kit was booked to perform at a adult / children’s party. Kit was excellent and managed to blend the first set into an entertaining piece for the adults and kids. To a second set which was a perfect piece for a transition and background piece while w rate food and the kids relaxed. The third set was much more upbeat, grey for the adult entertainment and brought an excitement to the evening. I would not think twice about hiring Kit again. He manage our requirements perfectly , by listening to what we required and delivering on every request. The feedback from all our guests was exceptional! Thank you Kit and hopefully we will see you at the next event. Roy and family" Based in Caterham, England (13 miles from Crawley) Roy Deadman (Family party ) - Family party Photo of "The Sounds of Sinatra" with Paul Hudson "The Sounds of Sinatra" with Paul Hudson " A Fabulous night with all the best hits from the Sinatra Rat Pack era. Paul kept us all rocking and was a brilliant host for the night. Great atmosphere, and we’ll definitely recommend the show and book again for next year. Norman Jones, Holiday Inn Hotel, Guildford." Based in Guildford, England (19 miles from Crawley) Norman Jones, - Holiday Inn Hotel, Guildford. Photo of Karen Frances, Singer and Entertainer Karen Frances, Singer and Entertainer "Everyone thought you were amazing thank you so much for a fantastic evening's entertainment." Based in Guildford, England (19 miles from Crawley) Linda Childs - 60th Party Photo of Shades of Vinyl Band Shades of Vinyl Band "Downside Social Club Sunday 23.2.2020: What a fantastic night we've had listening to a new band in town called Shades of Vinyl." Based in Esher, England (19 miles from Crawley) Downside Social Club

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1950s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently £400, with prices ranging from £100 to £1,300+. Pricing typically depends on band size, the length of the performance and whether the act provides its own sound equipment. Most acts specialise in rock 'n' roll, doo-wop and early rhythm and blues hits, so listening to profile samples is a good way to compare what each performer offers.

Hiring 1950s era musicians & bands is a great choice for retro-themed parties, 1950s rock and roll nights, milestone birthday celebrations, weddings and corporate events. The high-energy style of 1950s music is particularly effective at getting guests of all ages onto the dance floor.

Most 1950s era musicians & bands bring their own instruments, amplifiers and PA system for standard venue sizes. For larger events or outdoor performances, additional sound reinforcement may be needed. It is advisable to confirm equipment details with the act when making an enquiry.

Many 1950s era musicians & bands offer complete show packages with authentic 1950s costumes, choreography and audience interaction. Some acts include elements such as dance-offs, hand jive routines and audience sing-alongs that bring extra entertainment value beyond a standard music set.

The 1950s era musicians & bands perform classic rock and roll, doo-wop, rockabilly and early rhythm and blues from the 1950s. Many acts cover songs by artists such as Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly and Little Richard, bringing the energy and excitement of the early rock era to live events.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

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