One Man Bands for Hire in Bristol

Browse 286 one man bands for hire in Bristol, England, United Kingdom. These solo performers hold a 5 out of 5 rating from 764 reviews from real clients, with prices from £80 and an average of £250.

Of the 286 suppliers listed here, 4 are based within 30 miles of Bristol. The other 282 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Bath, and suppliers based in Cardiff and Weston-super-Mare.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 764 reviews of One Man Bands
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Saxophone band, saxophone with DJ, Saxophone alone, and Playing with other group

Bristol

England

(6)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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Electric/Acoustic Guitar Soundscapes.

Bristol

England

(11)

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Singer/acoustic guitarist

Weston-super-Mare

England · 18 miles away

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Solo acoustic performer who brings an upbeat vibe to well known songs

Cardiff

Wales · 25 miles away

(1)

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Willing to travel to Bristol

Based more than 30 miles from Bristol, nearest first

Solo electric & acoustic covers - live vocals & guitar, custom backing tracks

Swindon

England · 36 miles away

(5)

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A singer/guitarist who has toured the world as a soloist and with The Zoots

Marlborough

England · 37 miles away

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Solo Rock Blues Acoustic Covers and Originals act

Taunton

England · 37 miles away

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Solo singer guitarist

Cheltenham

England · 38 miles away

(7)

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I am solo act - The singing drummer performing songs from past to present

Faringdon

England · 46 miles away

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Solo performer, big sound, all live looping

Bridport

England · 50 miles away

(2)

Book from £230 (GBP)

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Solo acoustic musician

Swansea

Wales · 59 miles away

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Full-Time Solo self contained vocalist

Southampton

England · 64 miles away

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Solo act, and 3 piece band performing popular hits from 50 up the present day!

Reading

England · 70 miles away

(4)

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One man Blues’s band,foot stomping R/B

Reading

England · 70 miles away

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David Bailey has a wide repertoire in classical, acoustic and electric styles

Dawlish

England · 71 miles away

(7)

Book from £180 (GBP)

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Experience the magic of live Bollywood music in a unique style.

Birmingham

England · 77 miles away

(10)

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The Ska Fella - Solo Ska And Reggae Show

Birmingham

England · 77 miles away

(1)

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Ub40 Tribute Solo Show From The Home Twon Of Ub40 Birmingham.

Birmingham

England · 77 miles away

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Rates for one man bands in Bristol range from £80 to £800+, with most bookings averaging £250. The final cost depends on the performer's experience, the length of the booking and any extras such as DJ sets between live performances. Solo acts often represent strong value, delivering several hours of live entertainment without the logistical demands of a full band. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 349 enquiries for One Man Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
71% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
37% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
52% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 92% based outside the event's town

Reviews of One Man Bands based near Bristol

4.9/5 from 18 reviews
Photo of Neil Bailey's Pluma Dorada Neil Bailey's Pluma Dorada "Neil Bailey's 'Pluma Dorada' does not disappoint at all. You instantly lose yourself in his music as soon as he starts playing. Also a lovely man to meet in person. 'Pluma Dorada' you were a pleasure to work with and your set was out of this world  Artistic movement" Based in Bristol, England Artistic Movement - Gig Photo of Saxy JMusic Saxy JMusic "Excellent professional service . Will definitely use him again" Based in Bristol, England Violet - 50th Birthday Celebration Photo of Aled Evans Solo Acoustic Covers Aled Evans Solo Acoustic Covers "We were extremely happy with Aled’s performance at our daughter’s 18th birthday celebrations. His professionalism stood out from the outset-he sent over a selection of curated playlists allowing us to tailor the music to suit the vibe of the evening. On the night he got the crowd up dancing and created a lively, joyful atmosphere - he even stayed a little longer and played extra songs on request. Thank you Aled for making an unforgettable night for our daughter’s special birthday." Based in Cardiff, Wales (25 miles from Bristol) 22nd October 2025 Karen Jones Photo of Jukebox James Jukebox James "Thank you so very much for your fantastic music which was so great absolutely made our party we think! You have such a wonderful voice & your songs were all so great." Based in Swindon, England (36 miles from Bristol) Verity C Photo of Jef Clark Jef Clark "As requested. Very professional, accommodating and friendly.Accomplished musician. Very flexible with requests." Based in Cheltenham, England (38 miles from Bristol) Joe Jenks - Private party Photo of Peter Burns Peter Burns "Just had nearly 3 hours of wonderful entertainment by Peter Burns from Bridport who performed at the Commercial Inn Bridgwater. Playing music from 50s 60s 70s and a few more decades. Built fantastic rappor with crowd in pub and music was brilliant. - Stephen Dardani 5 July 2026" Based in Bridport, England (50 miles from Bristol) 6th July 2026 Stephen Dardani - Gig venue

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring one man bands is £250, with prices from £80 to £800+. Pricing depends on the performer's experience, set duration and the range of instruments and equipment involved. One-man bands use a combination of live instruments, vocals, looping technology and backing tracks to deliver a full-sounding performance from a single artist.

The one man bands for hire are solo performers who use a combination of live instruments, loop pedals, vocal harmonies and technology to create a full band sound from a single musician. Many play guitar, keyboard or multi-instruments alongside live vocals.

Many clients book one man bands for weddings, corporate events, private parties, restaurant entertainment, pubs and small venues. A one man band delivers the variety and energy of a larger group without the space and budget requirements.

Most one man bands cover a wide range of genres including pop, rock, soul, funk, acoustic, jazz and chart hits. The versatility of modern loop and effects technology means solo performers can recreate an impressively full sound. It is worth checking each performer's profile for their repertoire.

Most one man bands bring a complete setup including instruments, PA system, microphones, loop pedals and sometimes lighting. Their compact setup makes them well suited to venues with limited space. It is a good idea to confirm equipment details when making an enquiry.

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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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