R&B Bands for Hire in Southampton

Browse 323 talented R&B bands and rhythm & blues groups available for hire in Southampton, England, United Kingdom. With 448 reviews from real clients averaging 5 out of 5 stars, these professional performers bring soulful live music to weddings, parties, and corporate events.

Of the 323 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Southampton. The other 321 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Christchurch and Poole.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 448 reviews of R&B Bands
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Amy Winehouse Tribute

Amy Winehouse Tribute
Solo tribute act to Amy Winehouse
R&B Band

Christchurch

England · 20 miles away

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Book from £175 (GBP)

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The PURE TONES - Fun party band

The PURE TONES - Fun party band
The PURE TONES Fun party band for all ages, playing all your favourite songs.
R&B Band

Poole

England · 29 miles away

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Book from £580 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Southampton

Based more than 30 miles from Southampton, nearest first

The Upbeat Band

The Upbeat Band
Experienced Covers band for functions, weddings, corporate events, etc.
R&B Band

Worthing

England · 45 miles away

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Book from POA

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Brue River Blues Band

Brue River Blues Band
Funky RnB band playing classic dirty blues - uplifting. energetic, inspirational
R&B Band

Frome

England · 46 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Charlie Farran & His Rhythm & Blues Band

Charlie Farran & His Rhythm & Blues Band
Cool Rhythm & Blues Band
R&B Band

Dorchester

England · 47 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Motown to Soul

Motown to Soul
Wedding and events band performing Motown, Soul, R&B, and dance floor fillers!
R&B Band

Swindon

England · 48 miles away

(10)

Book from £1300 (GBP)

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Hog Wild

Hog Wild
Straight-up Rock'n'Roll - with a twist of Country!
R&B Band

Cookham

England · 54 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Romance in Durango

Romance in Durango
Versatile duo performing covers from 50’s to present day in their own style
R&B Band

Surbiton

England · 59 miles away

(4)

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Tunehead

Tunehead
5-piece Funk and Disco band featuring superb vocals and saxes
R&B Band

Oxford

England · 59 miles away

(7) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £500 (GBP)

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FunkyNature

FunkyNature
2/3/5 piece band performing a mixture of rock, pop, indie and hiphop classics
R&B Band

Isleworth

England · 61 miles away

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Saxy JMusic

Saxy JMusic
Saxophone band, saxophone with DJ, Saxophone alone, and Playing with other group
R&B Band

Bristol

England · 64 miles away

(6)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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Felonious Funk

Felonious Funk
7 piece function band based in Bristol playing a mix of funk, soul and Pop.
R&B Band

Bristol

England · 64 miles away

(1)

Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Char 'n B

Char 'n B
R'n'B & Soul band perfect for any party! 1960s +
R&B Band

Bristol

England · 64 miles away

(1)

Book from £1600 (GBP)

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Rhythmia

Rhythmia
Rhythmia are a power house of pop, R&B and soul covers.
R&B Band

Bristol

England · 64 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Version Collective

Version Collective
Strictly tasteful covers since 2011
R&B Band

City of Westminster

England · 69 miles away

(9)

Book from £900 (GBP)

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The NeoRoots Function Band

The NeoRoots Function Band
Award-winning luxury wedding band. London, Birmingham and Midlands. Est. 2018.
R&B Band

London

England · 69 miles away

(28)

Book from £4000 (GBP)

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Wedding Saxophonist / Saxy Jmusic

Wedding Saxophonist / Saxy Jmusic
Saxophone player / Band for all your events!
R&B Band

London

England · 69 miles away

(13) Replies in ~3 hrs

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Midé

Midé
Incredible Soul, Pop Singer-Songwriter (As seen on The Voice)
R&B Band

London

England · 69 miles away

(4)

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How much does it cost to hire R&B Bands in Southampton?

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from£140GBP
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from£750GBP
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from£3,000GBP

Professional R&B entertainment in Southampton currently ranges from £140 to £3,000+, with most bookings averaging £750 for quality live performances. A band based closer to your venue may quote less for travel, and pricing typically reflects band size, performance duration, equipment requirements and the group's experience and repertoire. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 295 enquiries for R&B Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 24 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
79% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About eight weeks
33% 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 25 miles
For the 88% based outside the event's town

Reviews of R&B Bands available in Southampton

5/5 from 448 reviews

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring R&B bands is £750, with prices from £140 to £3,000+. The main pricing factors are the number of musicians, performance duration and whether the band includes horn players and backing vocalists. Larger R&B line-ups with brass sections and multiple singers typically cost more than stripped-back combos.

The R&B bands perform rhythm and blues, neo-soul, contemporary R&B and classic soul music. Many bands cover hits from artists spanning several decades, from Motown through to modern R&B, creating a smooth and groovy setlist.

Many clients book R&B bands for weddings, corporate parties, birthday celebrations, gala dinners and private functions. R&B music creates a sophisticated yet soulful atmosphere that works for both relaxed dining and energetic dancing.

The R&B bands on Gig Heaven range from small three or four-piece groups to larger ensembles with backing singers and horn sections. A bigger line-up delivers a richer, fuller sound. Many bands offer flexible sizing to suit different events and budgets.

Most R&B bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments and amplification. For larger events, additional equipment may be required. Gig Heaven recommends confirming technical requirements 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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