R&B Bands for Hire in New Orleans

Browse 333 talented R&B bands and rhythm & blues groups available for hire in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. With 474 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 333 suppliers listed here, 5 are based within 30 miles of New Orleans. The other 328 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 474 reviews of R&B Bands
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Street LYFE is from New Orleans. R&B, Neo-Soul, old school, Smooth Jazz and Pop

New Orleans

Louisiana

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5 piece soul/Blues band

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Da Voodoo Kingz is a New Orleans brass band bringing high-energy, soulful sounds

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Versatile Style R&B, Blues, Jazz, Zydeco, Country, Raggae

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Music for all occasions

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Willing to travel to New Orleans

Based more than 30 miles from New Orleans, nearest first

High energy, party band that plays all genres and travels everywhere

Biloxi

Mississippi · 77 miles away

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An ultimate party, R&B,, Motown funk and Blues band that will keep you rockin

Biloxi

Mississippi · 77 miles away

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6 Piece Band/Weddings and Family Friendly Atmosphere

Baker

Louisiana · 79 miles away

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8 piece Brass Band ideal for Festivals, weddings, Gala's, college parties,

Jackson

Mississippi · 162 miles away

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Blues soul and rock and roll. Originals and covers guaranteed to rock any party

Jackson

Mississippi · 162 miles away

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Variety band

Montgomery

Alabama · 279 miles away

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Wedding sing, festival and concerts

Montgomery

Alabama · 279 miles away

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We are a five piece band performing tunes from the top 20 Billboard Charts

Carthage

Texas · 295 miles away

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Saxophonist and DJ with an optional 3 piece band.

Houston

Texas · 317 miles away

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Solo vocalist or band ideal for private events and lounges

Houston

Texas · 317 miles away

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Musical Entertainment

Houston

Texas · 317 miles away

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6 piece cover band that do all genres and hits from 80s to current

Houston

Texas · 317 miles away

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Saxophonist cover artist performing pop, R&B, hiphop, and jazz hits

Houston

Texas · 317 miles away

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

$Low price
from$190USD
$$Average price
from$1,100USD
$$$High price
from$4,500USD

Professional R&B entertainment in New Orleans currently ranges from $190 to $4,500+, with most bookings averaging $1,100 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 824 enquiries for R&B Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 25 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 New Orleans

5/5 from 474 reviews
Photo of XCITEMENT XCITEMENT "Look at our #1 fan standing next to our singer Ronald Adams. We had 12 fans from London, England stay with us for 4 hours. They wouldn’t let us leave. We had to perform longer so we got a picture out of the deal. New Orleans you are getting free concerts for a while. Soon you will need a ticket. Cheers mate! BMC Balcony Music Club Jesse Jaeo Tolbert Terry Ruppel Tremusic Pro James Johnson" Based in New Orleans, Louisiana -Xcitement fan.. Photo of Unfazed Show & Band Unfazed Show & Band "Unfazed is the best! They made our homecoming event unforgettable! I would recommend them to do any kind of event. Professional and easy to work with. This is our 2nd time booking them and they will be back next year!!" Based in Biloxi, Mississippi (77 miles from New Orleans) Andrea Stevens - Mississippi University for Women Homecoming Photo of Stevie J Blues Stevie J Blues "I had the pleasure of seeing Stevie at Chicago Blues Festival 2025 and what an electrifying show!!! he and his band seamlessly went through blues,soul,and rock and roll all in one 75 minute set! Kudos guys!" Based in Jackson, Mississippi (162 miles from New Orleans) john walls Photo of Southern Komfort Brass Band Southern Komfort Brass Band "Outstanding. Great musicality and they are excellent singers too. Want to see them again." Based in Jackson, Mississippi (162 miles from New Orleans) carmen - Awards festival Photo of Lisa Perkins & The E-Lusion band Lisa Perkins & The E-Lusion band "This is not the first time I had heard Lisa and the E-lusions but it seems they have only gotten better. They engaged the crowd and people have done nothing but tell me how great our band was. I can't wait to hire them again. They made our wedding exactly what we wanted!" Based in Montgomery, Alabama (279 miles from New Orleans) Review by Shelley R. FROM ORANGE BEACH, AL Photo of ChoZen Band ChoZen Band "The ChoZen Band was the highlight of our private wedding! Their energy, professionalism, and incredible talent created the perfect atmosphere from the first song to the last dance. They kept our guests on their feet all night with an amazing mix of R&B, soul, and classic hits, and even learned a special song just for our first dance. Communication was smooth, they arrived early for setup, and their sound quality was top-notch. We’ve had so many guests tell us it was the best wedding band they’ve ever heard. If you want a band that will make your celebration unforgettable, we can’t recommend The ChoZen Band enough!" Based in Houston, Texas (317 miles from New Orleans) Jace - Private wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring R&B bands is $1,100, with prices from $190 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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