Cover Bands for Hire in Reading

Browse 1,888 cover bands available for hire in Reading, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 4,218 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 1,888 suppliers listed here, 67 are based within 30 miles of Reading. The other 1,821 are willing to travel there.

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Highly recommended pop , soul , jazz & rock Duo For Your Event

Fareham

England · 43 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Highly versatile function band performing songs to suit all ages

Fareham

England · 43 miles away

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Book from £420 (GBP)

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4 piece cover band playing a wide range of music for all audiences

Chichester

England · 44 miles away

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The Runaways Duo - acoustic guitar and vocal duo for weddings and events

Chichester

England · 44 miles away

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Book from £550 (GBP)

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Four piece covers band. 40 years experience. Jazz, Pop, Rock, Reggae.

Chichester

England · 44 miles away

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Book from £2000 (GBP)

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Male & Female Acoustic Duo for weddings, parties, events and more!

Woodford Green

England · 44 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Not Dead Yet are an established gigging band playing a varied set of 60s/70s/80s

Salisbury

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Rocks and pop covers band, parties, weddings, celebrations...keep it live

Devizes

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Function band playing a variety of styles from 60's classics to modern day hits

Hertford

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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Party Band Specialising in Soul & Motown

Hertford

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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High energy versatile group playing your favourite funk, soul, rock and roll

Hitchin

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Sky High Duo provide party sets, acoustic sets and a Motown and Soul set.

Stevenage

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £375 (GBP)

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If you’re looking for a world class entertainer for your Event look no further

Stevenage

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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‘Let’s Get It On’ are a 5/6 piece Motown and Soul party band

Stevenage

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £1250 (GBP)

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6/7 Piece Big band with a Big sound, Playing all the Hits But not the usual ones

Stevenage

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Cover Bands in Reading?

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The average price is £650 (GBP), with most priced from £160 to £2,250+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 91 enquiries for Cover Bands at events in and around Reading, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 2 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
70% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
25% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
51% 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 Cover Bands based near Reading

5/5 from 352 reviews
Photo of Elvin Cole Elvin Cole "These guys are great, all excellent musicians, great mix of music, good humour and banter with the audience. Seen them a few times now and they never disappoint. Clive Fletcher, Sunday 1 March 2026" Based in Reading, England 20th March 2026 The whishing Well, Hay's - Clive Fletcher Photo of The DoubleShots The DoubleShots "We booked the DoubleShots for our black tie event and they were brilliant. They have a great mix of songs with fantastic audience interaction as well. We had the best night and by the end we were all singing along at the top of our voices! This is a great band and if you book them, you will not be disappointed!" Based in Reading, England Gary S - Black Tie Private Event Photo of Rock The Night Rock The Night "Amazing performers , the videos don't do them any justice. We hired the Dawnbreakers for a joint birthday party and they provided the best entertainment. Everyone raved about the band , would highly recommend!" Based in Bracknell, England (10 miles from Reading) Mathilde Fletcher - Birthday Photo of Undercovers Hampshire Undercovers Hampshire "I booked these guys from the internet not really knowing what your going to get. How pleased I was, the whole team are fantastic people, great musicians and so professional. They played two astounding sets of a good mix of songs, this added to my wife’s surprise 60th birthday event immensely. We would definitely book the band again and will pass to all our friends. Well done the Undercovers and thanks, Steve and Hils" Based in Hartley Wintney, England (11 miles from Reading) Steve and Hilary - Party, Aug 2024 Photo of Toby Jug Toby Jug "We hired Toby for an informal 18th birthday party in our garden. He was excellent, even learning a few new songs in advance to please the birthday girl. He was exactly the right person for this kind of event, nice and chilled but very talented. Highly recommend Toby to anyone wanted a guitarist/singer for an event." Based in Wallingford, England (12 miles from Reading) 13th July 2026 Mike Yardley - Daughters 18th Birthday Photo of Sailing Waves Sailing Waves "Sailing Waves performed at mine and my husband’s wedding on 08.09.24 for our drinks reception and what can I say, they were amazing. They even recruited our flower girl on the tamborine. All the guests enjoyed the music. Would highly recommend!!" Based in Camberley, England (13 miles from Reading) Rachel Woods - Private Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring cover bands is £650, with prices from £160 to £2,250+. 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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