Funk Bands for Hire in Reading

Discover 398 funk bands available for hire in Reading, England, United Kingdom, backed by 772 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5. These professional funk groups and soul acts specialize in creating electrifying atmospheres at weddings, parties and corporate events.

Of the 398 suppliers listed here, 10 are based within 30 miles of Reading. The other 388 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Basingstoke and Henley on Thames, and suppliers based in Oxford, Surbiton, Guildford, Hartley Wintney, Teddington and Watford.

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Saxophone performer can play in any style solo to full band

Reading

England

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The ultimate party band. Playing the best of funk, disco and pop.

Reading

England

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Book from £1420 (GBP)

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A skilled and accomplished band that excels in performing popular party songs

Hartley Wintney

England · 11 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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The very best in Soul, Funk & Reggae performed by the finest musicians

Guildford

England · 23 miles away

(1)

Book from £750 (GBP)

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Jazz funk, soul and Latin music

Oxford

England · 24 miles away

(1)

Book from £240 (GBP)

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5-piece Funk and Disco band featuring superb vocals and saxes

Oxford

England · 24 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Jazz Trio....Guitar, Bass and Drums + female singer, sax player if needed

Teddington

England · 28 miles away

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Book from £450 (GBP)

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15yrs experienced function singer with or without a backing band ideal 4 all

Watford

England · 28 miles away

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Versatile duo performing covers from 50’s to present day in their own style

Surbiton

England · 29 miles away

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Tiger Entertainment manages fun professional Party bands for weddings and events

Surbiton

England · 29 miles away

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Willing to travel to Reading

Based more than 30 miles from Reading, nearest first

7 Pieces Band , providing ,Jazz, Funk,Blues, Pop, Soul, Reggae music.

Acton

England · 30.2 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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A sizzling Soul band with sensational singers from the UK

Hemel Hempstead

England · 30.4 miles away

(10)

Book from £800 (GBP)

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7 piece funk band. Playing the great funk tunes of the 70s and 80s.

Morden

England · 34 miles away

(1)

Book from £2000 (GBP)

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Wedding and events band performing Motown, Soul, R&B, and dance floor fillers!

Swindon

England · 36 miles away

(10)

Book from £1300 (GBP)

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5-8 peice funk, disco and dance band

Swindon

England · 36 miles away

(5)

Book from £1750 (GBP)

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Top quality Funk, Disco and Soul band with optional brass section

Swindon

England · 36 miles away

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Book from £1100 (GBP)

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Extraordinary live entertainment experiences worldwide.

London

England · 37 miles away

(28)

Book from £5400 (GBP)

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Very experienced, self accompanying sassy and soulful singer!

London

England · 37 miles away

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

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Rates for professional funk bands in Reading range from about £150 to £2,550+, with most professional acts charging around £800 for standard evening performances. Pricing typically reflects group size, performance duration and equipment, along with travel distance, special song requests and extras such as MC duties or extended performance time. Many acts offer package deals for longer events or multiple performance sessions. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 136 enquiries for Funk Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 12 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
68% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
27% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
57% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 83% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Funk Bands based near Reading

5/5 from 25 reviews
Photo of The Sax Sound The Sax Sound "Absolutely amazing, created such a great atmosphere on our boat party and made it very memorable!" Based in Reading, England 17th August 2026 Caroline - Private event 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 Vintage Sound Collective Vintage Sound Collective "Amazing band. Saw them for the first time at the Woodley Carnival this weekend, and they had young and old up on their feet with their high energy soul funk material...and as for their versions of Tina Turner songs, that was Tina up there on the stage. Brilliant." Based in Guildford, England (23 miles from Reading) 15th June 2026 John Szabanowicz - Carnival Photo of Chameleon jazz funk band Chameleon jazz funk band "Chameleon are a fantastic band! They make great music which they obviously enjoy as much as their audience do. Their demo tapes don't do them justice. Guests at our party included lots of musicians from a range of genres and all commented on how good this band is and how much they enjoyed their music. They're also nice people and very easy to deal with. They arrived in very good time and set up with no fuss. We cannot recommend them too highly." Based in Oxford, England (24 miles from Reading) Shirley Northover - Private party Photo of Tunehead Tunehead "Amazing !!! Great band, these guys really know how to get a crowd up and dancing!" Based in Oxford, England (24 miles from Reading) E & L - Joe's Bar and Grill, Oxford Photo of Green Street Jazz Trio Green Street Jazz Trio "Name: Phill from Camberley Organisation: Rating: 10/10 Review: These guys were playing at the Login Lounge in Camberely and I came in by chance. They have a great vibe and are extremely polished with a wide repertoire. I sacked off my shopping and stayed as I liked them so much ! 10/10. Thank you guys 👍" Based in Teddington, England (28 miles from Reading) Phill - Jazz afternoon

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for funk bands ranges from £150 to £2,550+, with an average of £800. The main factors are band size, set duration and the style of funk. Line-ups with horn sections, backing vocalists and percussion tend to cost more than smaller guitar-driven combos.

The funk bands for hire perform funk, soul, disco, R&B and groove-driven music. Many funk bands cover classic hits alongside modern songs, creating a setlist that is focused on tight rhythms, brass hooks and getting the audience dancing.

Hiring funk bands is a popular choice for weddings, corporate parties, birthday celebrations, festivals and any event where a packed dance floor is the goal. Funk music has a broad, cross-generational appeal and is one of the most effective genres for keeping guests on their feet.

The funk bands on Gig Heaven range from compact four-piece groups to larger ensembles with horn sections, backing singers and percussion. A bigger line-up delivers a fuller, more powerful sound, while a smaller band can suit tighter venues and budgets. Many bands offer flexible line-up options.

Most funk bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments and amplification. For larger venues or outdoor events, additional sound equipment may be needed. It is worth confirming all technical requirements with the band before booking.

Not always. Four and five-piece groups often work without one, leaning on guitar, keys and a strong rhythm section, while the larger acts carry brass as the defining sound. Horns cost more and need more stage, so the question is usually budget and space rather than repertoire.

Volume is manageable in most function rooms, as bands set up smaller and play with lighter dynamics when the space calls for it. Rooms with a noise limiter are the real constraint, particularly for drums and brass, which cannot be turned down the way amplified instruments can. Give the limiter level when enquiring and the band will say whether the booking works.

Most carry a playlist to run through their PA during breaks so the room does not fall quiet. Some will also take a list of tracks to use in those gaps. Where the gap matters, such as during a meal, agree the break times when booking rather than on the night.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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