Classic Rock Bands for Hire in Southampton

Discover 329 classic rock bands available for hire in Southampton, England, United Kingdom. Acts are rated 5 out of 5 across 505 reviews from real clients, with Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd tributes alongside broader rock cover groups working the 1960s through the 1990s. Prices start from £150, with an average of £750.

Of the 329 suppliers listed here, 6 are based within 30 miles of Southampton. The other 323 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Winchester, and suppliers based in Poole and Waterlooville.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 505 reviews of Classic Rock Bands
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Alive and Kicking

Alive and Kicking
Four- piece covers band for weddings and all occasions
Classic Rock Band

Southampton

England

(14) Replies in ~1 hr

Book from £350 (GBP)

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The Pocket Rockers

The Pocket Rockers
Turning Nights Into Memories
Classic Rock Band

Southampton

England

(10)

Book from £950 (GBP)

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The Straits Show

The Straits Show
A Dire Straits tribute
Classic Rock Band

Southampton

England

(5)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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SpaceSoul

SpaceSoul
Glistening and intense Shoegaze tinged rock from Guernsey
Classic Rock Band

Southampton

England

No reviews yet

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Rapid Tranq

Rapid Tranq
Five piece fully live rock covers band. From Bowie to Muse and back again.
Classic Rock Band

Waterlooville

England · 16 miles away

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Screw Loose

Screw Loose
4-piece covers band covering 7 decades of hits to sing-along and dance to.
Classic Rock Band

Poole

England · 29 miles away

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Book from POA

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Willing to travel to Southampton

Based more than 30 miles from Southampton, nearest first

One More Shot
Rocks and pop covers band, parties, weddings, celebrations...keep it live
Classic Rock Band

Devizes

England · 40 miles away

(1)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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Mirror Effect Band

Mirror Effect Band
Playing the classic hits from the 60s to the present day.
Classic Rock Band

Reading

England · 43 miles away

(5) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £525 (GBP)

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The Britpoppers

The Britpoppers
A 'Different Class' of Tribute Band, performing anthems that 'Live Forever'!
Classic Rock Band

Woking

England · 47 miles away

(5) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Leader

Leader
Three piece cover band playing the best pop, rock and indie classics.
Classic Rock Band

Chertsey

England · 51 miles away

(39)

Book from £950 (GBP)

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Let It Bleed

Let It Bleed
Five piece Rolling stones Tribute (covers) band.
Classic Rock Band

Abingdon

England · 53 miles away

(1)

Book from £800 (GBP)

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Brain Damaged – intimate Floyd experience

Brain Damaged – intimate Floyd experience
Experience the unique music of Pink Floyd up close and personal
Classic Rock Band

Marlow

England · 53 miles away

No reviews yet

Book from £400 (GBP)

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The Opposition

The Opposition
2-piece covers band performing popular hits from the 50s to the 80s
Classic Rock Band

Crawley

England · 55 miles away

(1)

Book from £190 (GBP)

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Vintage Voltage 60s/70s Rock Experience
Who said only dads could play #dadrock?!
Classic Rock Band

Brighton

England · 55 miles away

No reviews yet

Book from £1250 (GBP)

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The Marmots

The Marmots
5 piece Pop, Rock, Covers Band
Classic Rock Band

Brighton

England · 55 miles away

No reviews yet

Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Seven’77s

Seven’77s
Rock/indie/country covers band
Classic Rock Band

Cirencester

England · 61 miles away

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The Vampirettes

The Vampirettes
5 piece all female rock show band with an undead twist
Classic Rock Band

Brentford

England · 62 miles away

(5)

Book from £800 (GBP)

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Audio Vultures

Audio Vultures
A fun, energetic four piece who cover a wide range of music
Classic Rock Band

Bristol

England · 64 miles away

(6)

Book from £160 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Classic Rock Bands in Southampton?

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Rates in Southampton run from £150 to £2,250+, with most bookings landing near £750. Band size is the largest single factor, followed by travel, set length and whether the act needs to bring extra sound or lighting for a larger room. Learning a specific song for a first dance or a surprise moment usually carries a small additional fee. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 81 enquiries for Classic Rock Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 26 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
58% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
19% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
57% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 25 miles
Typical distance from a booked supplier's base to the event

Reviews of Classic Rock Bands based near Southampton

5/5 from 29 reviews
Photo of Alive and Kicking Alive and Kicking "Just wanted to thank you all for Saturday night. It was amazing and everyone loved you guys! I will definitely be recommending Alive and Kicking!" Based in Southampton, England 22nd July 2026 Bruce - 30th birthday party Photo of The Pocket Rockers The Pocket Rockers "Fantastic!!!!!!! Made my husbands 40th birthday something to remember. People kept asking us for days after " Who are the band?" They were amazing. Highly recommend and fantastic set list. Thank you so much xxx" Based in Southampton, England 20th January 2026 Beau H - Birthday Party Photo of The Straits Show The Straits Show "What a performer and guitarist Highly recommend seeing mark. He has done his Dire Straights set and being a big fan of them 10/10 is the most I can give and the second set was his choice of his greatest guitar players. Also excellent. If you get a chance to book him don’t hesitate whist you can. Excellent choice you will love his performances." Based in Southampton, England David Gordon - Cruising on Bolette Norway Photo of One More Shot One More Shot "The One Mord Shot rock duo are popular and are regularly booked. They have a great rapport with the audience and play well known rock and pop covers known by all" Based in Devizes, England (40 miles from Southampton) 17th February 2026 The Pelican, Devizes - Pub Photo of Mirror Effect Band Mirror Effect Band "Wow, what a band. We loved having you guys for our first live gig back! We look forward to welcoming you back again in July." Based in Reading, England (43 miles from Southampton) The Thames Hotel in Maidenhead, 21.05.2021 Photo of The Britpoppers The Britpoppers "The Britpoppers played my husband's 40th birthday. Great night. Great time had by all! Thank you!!" Based in Woking, England (47 miles from Southampton) Nicola N - Birthday Party

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for classic rock bands on Gig Heaven is £750, with rates from £150 to £2,250+. Cost varies based on band size, performance duration and the equipment provided. Classic rock bands typically range from trios to five-piece line-ups, with larger bands commanding higher fees.

The classic rock bands for hire perform rock hits from the 1960s through to the 1990s, covering artists and bands from the golden era of rock music. Expect songs spanning classic rock, blues rock, hard rock and stadium rock. Many bands focus on the most well-known anthems that get audiences singing and dancing.

Hiring classic rock bands is a popular choice for weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, pub and bar gigs, festivals and any event where high-energy live music is the focus. Classic rock has universal appeal and works particularly well for audiences who enjoy guitar-driven music.

Rock bands are generally louder than acoustic or jazz acts. Most classic rock bands can adjust their volume to suit the venue, and many carry equipment that allows them to control sound levels. It is a good idea to discuss any noise restrictions or volume concerns with the band before booking.

Most classic rock bands are self-contained and provide their own instruments, amplifiers and PA system for standard event venues. For larger stages or outdoor events, additional sound and monitoring equipment may be needed. To get the best results, confirm technical requirements with the band.

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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.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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