Pop Bands for Hire in Melbourne

Browse 780 pop bands available in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, with 1,752 reviews from real clients rating their services 5 out of 5. These professional pop groups deliver crowd-pleasing performances featuring chart hits and classic pop anthems for weddings, parties and corporate events.

Of the 780 suppliers listed here, 25 are based within 30 miles of Melbourne. The other 755 are willing to travel there.

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Nathan + Susie

Nathan + Susie
Nathan & Susie: Melbourne’s Premier Acoustic Duo for Australia’s Top Events
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Melbourne

Victoria

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Sticky Carpet

Sticky Carpet
High Energy 4 piece Party Rock band. Get's everyone moving.
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Melbourne

Victoria

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Noelrose

Noelrose
Duo acoustic guitar and vocals, performing popular hits from the 90s-current day
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Melbourne

Victoria

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Martin Zakharov

Martin Zakharov
Sax, clarinet, flute, kbd, vocals
Pop Band

Yarraville

Victoria · 3 miles away

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Covers in the Corner
6-piece cover band performing iconic 70s & 80s dance songs
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Doncaster East

Victoria · 10 miles away

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Highlife Duo

Highlife Duo
Melbourne- based duo with a mix of soulful vocals, acoustic guitar, saxophone
Pop Band

Seaford

Victoria · 22 miles away

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Book from $450 (AUD)

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Mirrorball

Mirrorball
Disco / dance covers band
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Berwick

Victoria · 26 miles away

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Willing to travel to Melbourne

Based more than 30 miles from Melbourne, nearest first

Standard Procedure Band

Standard Procedure Band
5 piece 70's Disco Cover band, excellent fun!
Pop Band

Bendigo

Victoria · 82 miles away

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Book from $3500 (AUD)

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The Knots

The Knots
Providing live wedding entertainment across Central Victoria & Melbourne.
Pop Band

Bendigo

Victoria · 82 miles away

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GOOD TIMES Covers

GOOD TIMES Covers
Premier four piece cover band based in Bendigo
Pop Band

Bendigo

Victoria · 82 miles away

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Risky Business

Risky Business
Playing many of the edgier Rock, Funk, Blues anthems from the 60’s 70’s & 80’s
Pop Band

Balmain

New South Wales · 443 miles away

(5)

Book from $800 (AUD)

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Les Mélomanes "The Music Lovers"

Les Mélomanes "The Music Lovers"
A treat for the senses.
Pop Band

Sydney

New South Wales · 443 miles away

(4)

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House of Monkeys

House of Monkeys
Funk, soul, rock & blues band great for weddings and all occasions
Pop Band

Sydney

New South Wales · 443 miles away

(3)

Book from $600 (AUD)

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Vijay Bhasin Music

Vijay Bhasin Music
Bollywood Live Band 1 - 4 piece
Pop Band

Sydney

New South Wales · 443 miles away

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Ritmo

Ritmo
An Italian duo! We bring the feel of the Mediterranean to the shores of Oz
Pop Band

Sydney

New South Wales · 443 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Pop Bands in Melbourne?

$Low price
from$280AUD
$$Average price
from$1,500AUD
$$$High price
from$5,500AUD

Rates for pop bands in Melbourne typically run between about $280 and $5,500+, with most professional acts charging around $1,500 for standard performances. Pricing factors include band size, equipment requirements, performance duration and specific date availability. Most pop groups structure their services around two 45-minute sets, though flexible timing arrangements are typically available for events with specific scheduling needs. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 177 enquiries for Pop Bands at events in Australia, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 18 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
64% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
20% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
September to December
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 65% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Pop Bands based near Melbourne

5/5 from 16 reviews
Photo of X-Genz X-Genz "Wow what a night! Still the talk of the town thanks to you guys. Hitting 50 with a bang was awesome. Thanks again to you and all your wonderful band mates." Based in Melbourne, Victoria LC - Private Function Photo of DISCOLOGY - The Story of Disco Music DISCOLOGY - The Story of Disco Music "Saw the show at Eddy's, absolutely brilliant, love the way you have been able to mix video footage with your set lists and the chronological order you do the show....well done guys..." Based in Melbourne, Victoria Peter Vinci - Eddie's Bandroom Photo of Marmalade Marmalade "Oh what a night!!! Marmalade had our employees up and dancing from the first song which helped make our Christmas Party a huge success!!!" Based in Melbourne, Victoria Trent Knudsen - Medibank Health Solutions Australia Photo of Kingsley George Band Kingsley George Band "The KGB's online presence doesn't do them justice! They are a fabulous band, extremely professional and they relate to the audience brilliantly. We hired them for a party and the feedback from friends was incredibly positive. A must see!!" Based in Melbourne, Victoria Megan Jarett Photo of 80s Zone 80s Zone "Saw these guys on Saturday for the first time at Naked Racer, Moorabbin. Whole lot of fun and loads of talent!!" Based in Melbourne, Victoria Louisa Hutcheson-Rankine - Naked Racer Bar Photo of Standard Procedure Band Standard Procedure Band "From the time of our booking mid 2024 to our event in late March 2025, Leighton Gates has just been superb to work with in all aspects of our event planning. Saturday night was just brilliant with our 450 Rotarians and Rotaractors dancing the night away. From the second song onwards, we danced until the last song at nights end. Honi and Phil and the Standard Procedure band were just brilliant and did not miss a note! Thank you Leighton and your team and we look forward to seeing - and hearing you again soon!" Based in Bendigo, Victoria (82 miles from Melbourne) Peter Rawlings - Rotary District 9815 District Conference

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for pop bands on Gig Heaven is $1,500, with rates from $280 to $5,500+. Cost varies based on the number of band members, set duration and the production level of the performance. Pop bands range from compact line-ups to larger acts with backing vocalists, and bigger ensembles typically command higher fees.

The pop bands for hire play popular music spanning several decades of chart hits, from classic pop through to current releases. Many pop bands cover a wide range of artists and styles, creating setlists designed to appeal to the broadest possible audience.

Hiring pop bands is one of the most versatile entertainment choices for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, proms, festivals and private celebrations. Pop music is universally recognised and appeals to guests of all ages and musical tastes.

Most pop bands perform for two to three hours, divided into sets with short breaks. Pop music sets tend to feature well-known singalong material that keeps the audience engaged throughout the evening. It is worth discussing the event schedule with the band to plan the best set structure.

Many pop bands are flexible and can adjust their setlist to include specific songs or focus on particular decades or styles. Some bands also take guest requests during the performance. Gig Heaven recommends discussing your music preferences with the band when making an enquiry.

Most pop bands are self-contained and bring their own PA system, instruments and basic lighting. For larger venues or outdoor stages, additional sound and staging may be required. It is advisable to confirm all technical details before booking.

Most acts will learn a first dance song given a few weeks' notice, and some include one learned request in the fee. Where a track is hard to reproduce live, the band can play the original recording for the dance and take over for the rest of the evening. Sending the song choice early gives them time to rehearse it properly.

Line-ups commonly run from four to eight players, with the larger ones adding brass, percussion or extra vocals. A smaller act suits a tighter room or a lower budget and still covers the same material. Supplier profiles list the line-up options each act offers.

Sound limiters are common in hotels and smaller function rooms, and experienced acts adjust stage volume and drum setup to work within them. Telling the band the limiter level at the booking stage matters more than the size of the room. Some venues also set a curfew, which affects how the sets are arranged.

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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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