Oldies Bands for Hire in Derby

Discover 252 oldies bands and golden oldies groups available in Derby, England, United Kingdom, bringing vintage music entertainment to weddings, parties and special events. These nostalgic performers, rated 5 out of 5 by 451 reviews from real clients, specialize in classic hits from the 50s through 70s.

Of the 252 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Derby. The other 250 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 451 reviews of Oldies Bands
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Your multi-genre, black music-oriented wedding band.

Siena

Tuscany, Italy · 886 miles away

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Pop variety classy duo - 2 vocals - 3 instruments - extensive experience

Pula

Istria, Croatia · 888 miles away

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All-Italian swing music from the 30s, 40s, and 50s

Arezzo

Tuscany, Italy · 895 miles away

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Italian duo/trio/quartet: Singer, accordeon, guitar, percussions

Grosseto

Tuscany, Italy · 910 miles away

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4-piece covers band performing best soul/pop hits.

Fano

The Marches, Italy · 911 miles away

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Tribute to ELVIS meets ABBA - 13 musicians on stage

Zagreb

City of Zagreb, Croatia · 923 miles away

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Book from €6000 (EUR)

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I am a singer in the Traveler Sound Duo which is a guitar/vocal duo.

Budapest

Hungary · 977 miles away

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Pop rock classics

Torres Novas

Santarém, Portugal · 987 miles away

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Italian Female Swing Vocal Trio

Rome

Latium, Italy · 1,001 miles away

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Book from €1000 (EUR)

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30's and 40's Swing band avaible in 4et, 5et or more

Rome

Latium, Italy · 1,001 miles away

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A modern day Frank Sinatra.

Rome

Latium, Italy · 1,001 miles away

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Soul, Motown, RnB, Reggae

Murcia

Spain · 1,032 miles away

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Book from €450 (EUR)

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Saxophonist

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal · 1,047 miles away

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Vintage Swing and Rock'n'Roll band: a crooner, a lady singer and 4 groovy boys

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal · 1,047 miles away

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4-piece band that recreates the golden years of rock and the 50s and 60s

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal · 1,047 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Oldies Bands in Derby?

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Rates for oldies bands in Derby currently range from about £150 to £2,100+ depending on group size, performance duration and specific requirements. The average price of £500 typically includes professional sound systems, microphones and often period-appropriate staging elements. Factors affecting pricing include travel distance, event duration, special song requests and whether additional services like DJ sets between live performances are included. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 187 enquiries for Oldies Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 15 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
76% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
32% 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 91% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Oldies Bands available in Derby

5/5 from 451 reviews
Photo of Signing Off - UB40 Tribute Band Signing Off - UB40 Tribute Band "Absolutely incredible band from start to finish! Their sound and attention to detail is impeccable to ub40! You can close your eyes and think you’re watching the real ub40 that’s how close they are! We saw them multiple times now and definitely won’t be our last!!! Watch out for these guys n gals they are incredible" Based in Birmingham, England (35 miles from Derby) Mr.L - Theatre Photo of The Detours Band The Detours Band "I saw The Detours in Birmingham. Amazing band, great atmosphere and all round fantastic evening with lots of dancing." Based in Birmingham, England (35 miles from Derby) Sarah B Photo of Full on 80's Full on 80's "Thank you so much for playing at my surprise party, I knew my husband was up to something!! Loved the Queen stuff you did and getting down to join us all on the dance floor at the end was awesome!!" Based in Market Harborough, England (39 miles from Derby) Anna, Leicester - Private party Photo of VINCENT sings ELVIS VINCENT sings ELVIS "We hired Vincent to perform at my dad's birthday celebration, and he was absolutely fantastic. From the moment he started singing, everyone was blown away—he truly has the voice of an angel. Not only is he incredibly talented, but he's also such a warm, friendly, and genuine person who made the whole experience even more special. He created an amazing atmosphere, had everyone singing along, and made my dad's birthday one to remember. I honestly couldn't recommend Vincent highly enough. If you're thinking of booking him, don't hesitate—you won't be disappointed!" Based in Corby, England (44 miles from Derby) 4th August 2026 Ruby O’brien - 60th birthday Photo of The Minesweepers The Minesweepers "Amazing band, would highly recommend!! These boys had our dance floor filled for the entire two sets and were the icing on the cake for our special day!" Based in Lincoln, England (44 miles from Derby) 9th April 2026 Gareth Morecombe - Wedding Photo of Jacarandas - Wedding & Party Band Jacarandas - Wedding & Party Band "Thank you so much for last night, you guys were amazing. Everyone has said how great the music was. Hope you all got home OK!" Based in Bradford, England (61 miles from Derby) 21st April 2026 Harriet & Josh - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring oldies bands is £500, with prices from £150 to £2,100+. Pricing depends on band size, performance length and the range of decades covered. Oldies bands typically perform hits from the 1950s through to the 1980s and vary from compact trios to larger groups with multiple vocalists.

The oldies bands for hire typically cover hits from the 1950s through to the 1980s, including rock and roll, doo-wop, Motown, pop, disco and classic rock. Many bands offer a broad greatest-hits style setlist that touches on multiple decades of popular music.

Hiring oldies bands is ideal for birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, weddings, corporate events, retirement parties and any occasion where nostalgia and sing-along favourites will get guests on their feet. Most bands have a broad repertoire that can be tailored to the age group and tastes of the audience.

Many oldies bands can tailor their setlist to focus on a particular era if requested. Whether the event calls for 1960s Motown, 1970s disco or a broader oldies mix, most bands are flexible. It is advisable to discuss your preferences when making an enquiry.

Most oldies bands provide their own instruments, amplifiers and PA system for standard event spaces. For larger venues or outdoor events, additional sound equipment may be needed. It is worth confirming technical details before booking.

The repertoire is built to be recognised, so a mixed-age room usually finds common ground faster than it would with a single-genre act. Older guests get the original hits and younger ones know most of them from film and television. Where one age group dominates, say so, and the band can weight the set rather than spreading it thin.

Most stay close to the records, since recognition is the whole point, though tempos are often lifted a little for a dance floor. Some acts modernise the backing while keeping the melody, which suits a younger crowd. Asking which approach an act takes is worth doing, as it changes the feel more than the song list does.

Most bookings place the band after the meal and the speeches, once guests are ready to be on their feet. An earlier slot works for a daytime event or where something lighter is wanted while people arrive. The booking is normally split into two performances with a gap between, so the room can eat or move.

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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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