Motown Bands for Hire in Reading

Discover 180 Motown bands available for hire in Reading, England, United Kingdom, featuring 520 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 £150, with typical pricing around £850.

Of the 180 suppliers listed here, 8 are based within 30 miles of Reading. The other 172 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Basingstoke and Henley on Thames, and suppliers based in Oxford, Aylesbury, Guildford, High Wycombe, Surbiton and Woking.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 520 reviews of Motown Bands
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6-8 piece funky function band

Basingstoke

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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Experienced and versatile singer & guitarist - perfect for any event!

High Wycombe

England · 15 miles away

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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Male/Female soul/country/pop duo with live piano and backing tracks

Woking

England · 20 miles away

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Book from £220 (GBP)

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FUN energetic party band | male and female vocals | stunning 10* reviews!

Guildford

England · 23 miles away

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Book from £975 (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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Classy and upbeat acoustic duo performing soul/jazz/pop/folk favourites

Oxford

England · 24 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Vocalist with tributes to 60's, 70's, Motown, Disco and Pop Modern Classics

Aylesbury

England · 26 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

(4)

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Willing to travel to Reading

Based more than 30 miles from Reading, nearest first

An upbeat acoustic duo based in Hertfordshire and London area.

Hemel Hempstead

England · 30.4 miles away

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Book from £300 (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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Award-winning luxury wedding band. London, Birmingham and Midlands. Est. 2018.

London

England · 37 miles away

(28)

Book from £4000 (GBP)

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Minimum 3 - 4 piece band for weddings, birthdays, funerals, and corporate events

London

England · 37 miles away

(6)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Solo, duo or trio with a soulful singer, performing hits from the 80s & beyond

London

England · 37 miles away

(6)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Motown, Soul and Pop duo available to spread good vibes at your special event

London

England · 37 miles away

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Book from £520 (GBP)

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Stunning UK Based Event Entertainment

London

England · 37 miles away

(25)

Book from £9460 (GBP)

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Established in 2017, D.Banana platform offers quality and professional bands

London

England · 37 miles away

(7)

Book from £1300 (GBP)

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6 to 10 Piece Party Band - Solo Musician - Duo & DJ Service

London

England · 37 miles away

(6)

Book from £1800 (GBP)

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We are a london based two piece band with real instrument backing music

London

England · 37 miles away

(6)

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

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Hiring Motown bands in Reading costs between £150 and £3,050+, with most professional acts averaging £850. 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 134 enquiries for Motown Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
71% 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
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 45 miles
For the 76% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Motown Bands based near Reading

5/5 from 130 reviews
Photo of Ant Barnes Ant Barnes "Ant was fantastic!! We asked Ant to sing/ play guitar to one of our favourite songs (Better together, Jack Johnson) during the signing of the register at our church ceremony wedding. He also sang Elton John 'Your song'. We absolutely loved his performance and so many of our guests said how great they thought he was!! He sang them brilliantly and gave an extra personal touch to our ceremony. His kind, easy going nature made the whole process of booking/ arranging very simple. Would highly recommend!!!" Based in High Wycombe, England (15 miles from Reading) Zara & Andrew - Wedding Photo of The Cheers The Cheers "We booked the Cheers Band for our wedding in Bentley on 12 September 2026, and we honestly couldn’t have made a better choice. The communication throughout was absolutely spot on. We had the saxophone and acoustic guitar playing during our drinks reception, and everyone was so impressed — it created such a lovely atmosphere. Later in the evening, the band performed as a six-piece, and they certainly got everyone up on the dancefloor! The energy was fantastic, and they really helped make our wedding evening so memorable. We can’t thank Ben and the whole band enough for everything. They were brilliant from start to finish, and we would highly recommend the Cheers Band to anyone looking for an amazing wedding/function band! Steve & Jo" Based in Guildford, England (23 miles from Reading) 13th October 2026 Steve & Jo - Wedding - September 2026 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 Romance in Durango Romance in Durango "Great band - really unique sound and interpretation of known songs, great chemistry between them on stage. Heard on Cruise ship" Based in Surbiton, England (29 miles from Reading) Tony Bennett - Cruise Photo of Lush Tones Lush Tones "The Lush Tones are such a great live band. I saw them in a local pub in Watford and was blown away. Great act, contemporary tunes. See them if you can." Based in Hemel Hempstead, England (30 miles from Reading) Mark Rodenhurst Photo of Motown to Soul Motown to Soul "You were all great thank you for putting on a great show!!" Based in Swindon, England (36 miles from Reading) Rebecca - wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for Motown bands ranges from £150 to £3,050+, with an average of £850. 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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