Cover Bands for Hire in Newcastle upon Tyne

Browse 1,677 cover bands available for hire in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,490 reviews from real clients. These acts play recognisable songs across decades and genres, from a duo at a drinks reception to a full band with brass for an evening party, and most bookings come in around £650.

Of the 1,677 suppliers listed here, 9 are based within 30 miles of Newcastle upon Tyne. The other 1,668 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Durham, and suppliers based in Hartlepool and Billingham.

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Based near Newcastle upon Tyne

Covers duo performing acoustically and with backing tracks for a live band sound

Newcastle upon Tyne

England

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Four piece rock band specialising in weddings and parties

Newcastle upon Tyne

England

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Book from £800 (GBP)

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Five to seven piece soul and Blues Brothers and Commitments music tribute band

Newcastle upon Tyne

England

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Elegant and energetic violinist performing on acoustic and electric violin!

Newcastle upon Tyne

England

(4)

Book from £200 (GBP)

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6 Piece Rock/Pop Function Band

Newcastle upon Tyne

England

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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International singer and Multi-instrumentalist, classics through to modern hits

Durham

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Average Joe's are an exciting 5 piece group who play what you want.

Hartlepool

England · 26 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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Solo guitarist who performs acoustic or with backing track accompaniment.

Hartlepool

England · 26 miles away

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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Belle Voix Trio bring you the classic Anthems of Motown and Northern Soul

Billingham

England · 30 miles away

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Book from £1100 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Newcastle upon Tyne

Based more than 30 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne, nearest first

Five piece ideal for events, weddings and parties

Stockton-on-Tees

England · 30.4 miles away

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Book from £450 (GBP)

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Percussionist for DJs and live events

Darlington

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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British Soloist fresh from performing in the USA 80’s 90’s today’s music

Darlington

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £175 (GBP)

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4 piece pop/rock covers band performing hits from The Kinks to The Killers

Middlesbrough

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £330 (GBP)

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Acoustic Beatles cover duo, ideal for weddings and corporate events

Middlesbrough

England · 31 miles away

(1)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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5 piece dedicated band that perform popular hits from the 80's

Middlesbrough

England · 31 miles away

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6-piece band with 3 lead vocalists

Redcar

England · 33 miles away

(4)

Book from £1350 (GBP)

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Six piece function band - general high octane mix or 80's covers

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

England · 37 miles away

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Book from £800 (GBP)

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Classy singer songwriter playing acoustic vintage covers

Penrith

England · 50 miles away

(5)

Book from £175 (GBP)

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The average price is £650 (GBP), with most priced from £150 to £2,500+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 924 enquiries for Cover Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
22% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 20%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
61% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
24% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
55% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 87% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Cover Bands based near Newcastle upon Tyne

5/5 from 17 reviews
Photo of Scarlett Strings - Violin + Singing Scarlett Strings - Violin + Singing "Scarlett was incredible! Everything about our experience was perfect from the communication to her performance. She learnt a new song for our aisle song and it was beautiful. All our guests loved the music during the ceremony and drinks reception. It was lovely to have a performance that was so elegant yet personal, I would recommend her to everyone." Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England 26th February 2026 Katy V - Wedding Photo of The Black Marcs The Black Marcs "The Black Marcs played for us at our Jubilee picnic on 4th June 2022 in Tollerton village. From beginning to end Mark was genuinely very friendly, helpful, easy going and professional to deal with. The band played a wide range of crowd pleasers suitable for all ages and everyone enjoyed their music. I highly recommend them as a live band for any event - you won't be disappointed." Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England Yvonne B Photo of The Arrival The Arrival "We booked the band for our wedding party - they were brilliant! Loads of energy, very entertaining for all tastes in music. Our guests all commented how good they were, definitely recommend......thanks guys" Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England Claire Gafney - Wedding Photo of The Firebeats The Firebeats "Thank you for a wonderful night!! We hope to see you again in 2024." Based in Stockton-on-Tees, England (30 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne) The Manager - NYE @The Ripon Inn Photo of Mota Mota "I booked the MOTA boys for the Station's New Year's Eve party. They sounded great, played lots of well-known popular songs and got the audience going. Looking forward to booking them again soon." Based in Middlesbrough, England (31 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne) 24th June 2026 Dave F - New Year Party Photo of The Beatles Unplugged The Beatles Unplugged "Absolutely brilliant..and there was me with a Pink Floyd T Shirt on singing away and doing the twist" Based in Middlesbrough, England (31 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne) Susan Robson - Ushaw College

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring cover bands is £650, with prices from £150 to £2,500+. Pricing is mainly driven by the number of band members, performance duration and whether the band supplies its own sound and lighting equipment. Cover bands range from small acoustic acts to large party bands, so the line-up and production level have the biggest impact on cost.

Many cover bands are happy to learn a specific song for a first dance or other special moment. To get the best results, make this request as early as possible, as some songs require additional rehearsal. Most bands will learn at least one special request at no extra charge.

Most cover bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments, amplifiers and stage lighting for standard event venues. For larger spaces or outdoor events, additional equipment may be required. It is a good idea to confirm all technical and staging details with the band before booking.

The cover bands for hire cover a huge range of genres including pop, rock, soul, funk, disco, indie, hip hop and current chart hits. Many cover bands specialise in a particular era or style, while others offer a broad mix designed to appeal to all ages and tastes. Browsing band profiles on Gig Heaven is the best way to find the right musical fit.

Hiring cover bands is one of the most popular entertainment choices for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, festivals and private celebrations. A good cover band plays recognisable songs that get guests singing and dancing, making them a reliable option for events where a full dance floor is the goal.

Standard performance times for cover bands are two to three hours, usually split into two or three sets. Many function bands offer DJ or background music services between sets, and some can extend their evening with additional acoustic or DJ-only slots. Performance formats can usually be adjusted to fit the event schedule.

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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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