Motown Bands for Hire in Middlesbrough

Discover 147 Motown bands available for hire in Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom, featuring 411 reviews from real clients and an average rating of 5 out of 5. These soul groups bring authentic Detroit sounds to your celebration, from Supremes classics to Marvin Gaye favorites. Acts start from around £160, with typical pricing around £950.

Of the 147 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Middlesbrough. The other 145 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 411 reviews of Motown Bands
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12-piece Motown & Stax soul tribute band

Asbury Park

New Jersey, United States · 3,379 miles away

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Six piece Soul/Funk/R&B/Reggae Band

Toronto

Ontario, Canada · 3,423 miles away

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Book from $1500 (CAD)

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Soul and Jazz Music For all occasions

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania, United States · 3,437 miles away

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5-6 piece Band with a wide range of Musical selections

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania, United States · 3,437 miles away

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Sax/Vocals/EWI bandleader/DJ

Baltimore

Maryland, United States · 3,524 miles away

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Book from $250 (USD)

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Motown Tribute Band

Randallstown

Maryland, United States · 3,527 miles away

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Performing throughout the U.S. as one of the BEST Motown/variety party bands!!!

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia, United States · 3,559 miles away

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Book from $1600 (USD)

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Washington D.C.

District of Columbia, United States · 3,559 miles away

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Top 40 luxury party band performing 3h nonstop hits from oldies to today’s top

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia, United States · 3,559 miles away

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Book from $10000 (USD)

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Show features a full Motown/Temptations set featuring the former lead singer

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia, United States · 3,559 miles away

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Book from €12000 (EUR)

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Grammy Winning Saxophonist available for all occasions

Virginia Beach

United States · 3,617 miles away

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Book from $350 (USD)

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Convertible Latin/Funk/Soul/Dance Wedding and Corporate/Festival Event Band

Virginia Beach

United States · 3,617 miles away

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We are a high energy party band performing all genres of music

Detroit

Michigan, United States · 3,622 miles away

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Book from $2000 (USD)

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Songstress

Akron

Ohio, United States · 3,625 miles away

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Country Tributes, singing telegrams, Jazz singer

Farmington Hills

Michigan, United States · 3,627 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Motown Bands in Middlesbrough?

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Hiring Motown bands in Middlesbrough costs between £160 and £3,350+, with most professional acts averaging £950. Pricing reflects group size, performance length, equipment requirements and seasonal demand. Smaller acoustic soul groups offer excellent value, while full bands with horn sections provide premium entertainment experiences. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 144 enquiries for Motown Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 12 November 2026.

Most requested for
Parties
24% of enquiries, with corporate events next at 19%
Typical first reply
Within three hours
70% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
30% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
July to October
50% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 45 miles
For the 78% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Motown Bands available in Middlesbrough

5/5 from 411 reviews
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 (3 miles from Middlesbrough) The Manager - NYE @The Ripon Inn Photo of Central Avenue Band Central Avenue Band "Central Avenue Band played for our wedding and were brilliant. Everybody had a great time and the dance floor was full. I would highly recommended for a wedding band that plays all classics for everybody. Thank You" Based in Leeds, England (55 miles from Middlesbrough) Georgia and Chris, July 2022 - WEDDING, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE Photo of Relative Cool Relative Cool "We thought Relative Cool were absolutely brilliant when they played at our wedding. The vocalist was fabulous! The 3 sets filled the whole evening and definitely had everyone up dancing. I also really appreciated little things like the singer chatting with one of the kids while they had a break between sets. They were thoroughly professional throughout. We spoke to Tom before the evening and he was always really responsive with messages. We would definitely recommend them and thank you very much for making it a great evening!" Based in Preston, England (82 miles from Middlesbrough) Jane - Wedding Photo of NorthWest Wedding & Events Pianist NorthWest Wedding & Events Pianist "Wendy set the tone musical perfectly for our corporate reception. She was enjoyed by everyone. Absolutely no hesitation in recommending Wendy. (10 / 10) The City Rooms, Leicester" Based in Manchester, England (86 miles from Middlesbrough) The City Rooms, Leicester - Business Awards Ceremony Photo of The Big Phat Phunction Band The Big Phat Phunction Band "You were excellent and fun and we will for sure book you all again next time we party!" Based in Stockport, England (89 miles from Middlesbrough) Ken - Birthday party in Telford - 2019 Photo of Melody Avenue (Function Band) Melody Avenue (Function Band) "We just wanted to thank you for the excellent performance at our surprise 60th birthday party in Winsford. The choice of music was very good and the vocals where outstanding. Everyone enjoyed the evening. Thank you and keep performing. John & Stacey (60th Birthday Party) 10/10" Based in St Helens, England (99 miles from Middlesbrough) John & Stacey - 60th Birthday Party

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for Motown bands ranges from £160 to £3,350+, with an average of £950. The biggest pricing factor is the number of musicians, as Motown bands range from small combos to large ensembles with horn sections and backing vocalists. Performance duration and the band's experience also influence the rate.

The Motown bands perform classic Motown, soul, funk and R&B hits from the 1960s and 1970s, covering artists such as Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and Diana Ross. Many bands also include modern soul and funk tracks to create a well-rounded setlist.

Popular occasions for hiring Motown bands include weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, themed nights and gala dinners. Motown music has universal appeal and is one of the most reliable genres for filling a dance floor with guests of all ages.

The Motown bands on Gig Heaven range from compact trios and quartets to larger ensembles with horn sections, backing singers and full rhythm sections. A bigger line-up delivers the authentic Motown sound, while smaller groups suit tighter budgets and venues.

Most Motown bands are self-contained and bring their own PA system, instruments and amplification. For larger events or outdoor stages, additional equipment may be needed. For the best experience, confirm technical details with the band before booking.

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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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