Motown Bands for Hire in Middlesbrough

Discover 148 Motown bands available for hire in Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom, featuring 412 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 £900.

Of the 148 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Middlesbrough. The other 146 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 412 reviews of Motown Bands
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Country Tributes, singing telegrams, Jazz singer

Farmington Hills

Michigan, United States · 3,627 miles away

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Book from $250 (USD)

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Solo, duo, trio & full band options!

Toledo

Ohio, United States · 3,673 miles away

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Book from $850 (USD)

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The Party Crasher Band is an amazing musical experience

Buena Vista

Virginia, United States · 3,705 miles away

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Book from $3800 (USD)

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Professional touring/session drummer

Greenville

North Carolina, United States · 3,733 miles away

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Great 4 to 10 piece band . Great for weddings parties and corporate events

Maywood

Illinois, United States · 3,820 miles away

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Book from $1500 (USD)

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4-8 Piece Dance Band for Weddings, Corporate Events, Reunions, Parties, and more

Wilmington

North Carolina, United States · 3,825 miles away

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Book from $2000 (USD)

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6pc Multi Genre Band that performs everything from Jazz, R&B, Pop, Funk, Blues

Cincinnati

Ohio, United States · 3,833 miles away

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Book from $1200 (USD)

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5 piece band

Lockport

Illinois, United States · 3,842 miles away

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Book from $700 (USD)

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The Best Party Band in the Southeast

Charlotte

North Carolina, United States · 3,887 miles away

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Book from $3500 (USD)

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5 piece party band, horns are optional

Myrtle Beach

South Carolina, United States · 3,889 miles away

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1 to 9 pieces ideal for private, corporate, to concerts

Columbia

South Carolina, United States · 3,957 miles away

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Book from $2500 (USD)

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Bass player available for a wide variety of needs and styles!!

Lebanon

Tennessee, United States · 4,046 miles away

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Book from $350 (USD)

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🔥 Dynamic, versatile drummer & entertainer available for all events!

Nashville

Tennessee, United States · 4,067 miles away

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Book from $150 (USD)

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5 piece Wedding Variety Band

St Louis

Missouri, United States · 4,068 miles away

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Book from $850 (USD)

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The most versatile music act in the Midwest!

St Louis

Missouri, United States · 4,068 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 £900. 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 143 enquiries for Motown Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 9 November 2026.

Most requested for
Corporate events
20% of enquiries, the same as parties
Typical first reply
Within three hours
70% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
29% 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 412 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 Retrophonic UK Retrophonic UK "I can’t recommend Retrophonic enough. So many of our guests after the wedding said how great they were. They were really professional and friendly, working with us to get a set list we’d love. They sounded amazing and most importantly got everyone up dancing. Definitely one of the best wedding bands out there!" Based in Huddersfield, England (68 miles from Middlesbrough) Rebecca Beggs - Private Wedding 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

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for Motown bands ranges from £160 to £3,350+, with an average of £900. 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.

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