R&B Bands for Hire in Charlotte

Browse 348 talented R&B bands and rhythm & blues groups available for hire in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. With 496 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 348 suppliers listed here, 6 are based within 30 miles of Charlotte. The other 342 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 496 reviews of R&B Bands
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Four to five piece classic soul R&B Motown and more band open to travel

Charlotte

North Carolina

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Old school band giving you the best in live entertainment

Charlotte

North Carolina

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5-7 piece band for Wedding Parties/5 piece Smooth Jazz Band

Charlotte

North Carolina

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A 5-8 piece cover band performing all genres. Guitar, bass, Drums, keys 2 horns!

Charlotte

North Carolina

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9 piece Band for wedding receptions, banquet parties..

Charlotte

North Carolina

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The Best Party Band in the Southeast

Charlotte

North Carolina

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Willing to travel to Charlotte

Based more than 30 miles from Charlotte, nearest first

Professional Saxophonist

Winston-Salem

North Carolina · 69 miles away

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We are a high energy reggae band and we know how to keep people dancing.

Greensboro

North Carolina · 83 miles away

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1 to 9 pieces ideal for private, corporate, to concerts

Columbia

South Carolina · 85 miles away

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Saxophonist available for solo or group performances

Columbia

South Carolina · 85 miles away

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I am a solo sax player that can turn your event into the best experience ever.

West Columbia

South Carolina · 86 miles away

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Soul Funk Blues Gospel Hip-Hop Live Fusion Concert Band & Show

Simpsonville

South Carolina · 87 miles away

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Dance, Blues, R&B, Southern Soul

Greenville

South Carolina · 91 miles away

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7 piece band mainly corporate events, weddings, private parties

Williamston

South Carolina · 102 miles away

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Saxophonists/Pianists/Band

Fayetteville

North Carolina · 112 miles away

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Providing solo, duo, or 4 piece or more live band w/singer(s). Jazz, RnB, & Pop

Durham

North Carolina · 121 miles away

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I am an R&B singer who sing with tracks or a live band depending on your budget.

Cary

North Carolina · 122 miles away

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Solo sax with accompanying tracks. Ideal for cocktail lounge music, weddings.

Raleigh

North Carolina · 130 miles away

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

$Low price
from$200USD
$$Average price
from$1,050USD
$$$High price
from$4,500USD

Professional R&B entertainment in Charlotte currently ranges from $200 to $4,500+, with most bookings averaging $1,050 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 832 enquiries for R&B Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 23 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
24% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 20%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
59% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
36% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
50% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 50 miles
For the 77% based outside the event's town

Reviews of R&B Bands available in Charlotte

5/5 from 496 reviews
Photo of Reggie Graves & Friends Reggie Graves & Friends "Reggie Graves & Jazz Theory are a Great Group of Talented Musicians. They have performed behind several international Smooth Jazz Artist such as, Lyn Roundtree (Trumpet Player) Tom Braxton (Saxophonist) Nils (Guitarist) Tom Brown (Trumpet Player) just to name a few. This Band also perform songs from Reggie Graves latest CD project "You Are The One" as well as popular cover songs for other artist, R&B, Motown, Funk, Gospel, Jazz etc. This Group comes highly recommended! (Tony Lype) Onstageconcerts." Based in Charlotte, North Carolina Tony Lype - Tony Lype (Smooth Jazz Concert) Photo of Al g & Friends Party Band Al g & Friends Party Band "Best show all weekend at the Blackberry Festival! We loved all the crowd participation. It was refreshing to see people encouraged to come out of their shell, love one another, and sharing God’s grace in your life." Based in Charlotte, North Carolina T.Cox - Lenoir North Carolina Blackberry Festival Photo of Brandon Robertson Sax Brandon Robertson Sax "Professional, supportive, and can throw down on that sax!" Based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina (69 miles from Charlotte) 15th April 2026 Serena Photo of The Night Affair Band The Night Affair Band "You guys are absolutely amazing 😻 😻😻 Your show is always phenomenal…." Based in Greenville, South Carolina (91 miles from Charlotte) Jasmine - Party Photo of Odyssey Band &Show Odyssey Band &Show "You guys are a Class act!!!everyone told me this morning that they really enjoyed the band!!!We will get together again. Thank you for making our New Year’s eve party a success." Based in Williamston, South Carolina (102 miles from Charlotte) Joe Payne - New Years Eve Party Photo of NeoSoulz Band NeoSoulz Band "The band was on time, engaged the crowd, and set a great mood for event guests. I would highly recommend booking the band for corporate events. We will book them again in the future." Based in Raleigh, North Carolina (130 miles from Charlotte) 1st October 2026 Workshops on Wheels (WOW) - 2026 Ladies Self-Love Social

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring R&B bands is $1,050, with prices from $200 to $4,500+. 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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