Soul Bands for Hire in Umeå

Browse 326 professional soul bands and R&B ensembles available for hire in Umeå, Vaesterbotten, Sweden. These experienced soul groups specialize in Motown classics, contemporary soul, and dance floor favorites ideal for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.

Of the 326 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Umeå. The other 325 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 532 reviews of Soul Bands
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Soul, Pop, Motown, funk, ,disco and gospel band

London

England, United Kingdom · 1,127 miles away

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Playing Funk Music from the 70's, 80's Soul and Electro, 90's Dance and 00's R&B

London

England, United Kingdom · 1,127 miles away

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5 piece band covers Disco, Funk & Soul, Acid Jazz, Rare Groove and Soulful House

London

England, United Kingdom · 1,127 miles away

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Strictly tasteful covers since 2011

City of Westminster

England, United Kingdom · 1,127 miles away

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Betty Boom is an energetic cover band performing an eclectic mix of pop, rock

Budapest

Hungary · 1,129 miles away

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Covers duo performing popular hits from the 50’s to current day

Camberley

England, United Kingdom · 1,151 miles away

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Top quality Funk, Disco and Soul band with optional brass section

Swindon

England, United Kingdom · 1,164 miles away

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5-piece party, function & wedding band - High Energy is everything!

Brighton

England, United Kingdom · 1,167 miles away

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Nice people, soulful groove, popular songs...

Brighton

England, United Kingdom · 1,167 miles away

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Live stage show of Top of The Pops

Bognor Regis

England, United Kingdom · 1,182 miles away

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A lively, energetic swing and jazz band of all sizes with front man, Bobby Mc.

Dunboyne

Leinster, Ireland · 1,186 miles away

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Eastern soul meets western grooves

Lucan

Leinster, Ireland · 1,189 miles away

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

Bristol

England, United Kingdom · 1,190 miles away

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Live 6- piece show band!

Portsmouth

England, United Kingdom · 1,190 miles away

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12 piece Motown/Soul Band

Newport

Wales, United Kingdom · 1,192 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Soul Bands in Umeå?

Low price
fromkr2,200SEK
Average price
fromkr12,000SEK
High price
fromkr44,500SEK

Hiring soul bands in Umeå typically costs between about kr2,200 and kr44,500+, with an average of kr12,000 for professional performances. A band based closer to your venue may quote less for travel. Pricing factors include group size, performance duration, equipment requirements, and the band's experience level. Many soul ensembles offer package deals that include sound systems, microphones and longer performance times. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 2,098 enquiries for Soul Bands at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 30 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
55% of enquiries, with private events next at 16%
Typical first reply
Within two hours
74% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
23% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 50 miles
For the 76% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Soul Bands available in Umeå

5/5 from 532 reviews
Photo of Niklas on Sax Niklas on Sax "Niklas was very easy , professional and proactive for our planning of the wedding. He played heartwarming music for the cerremony followed by an incredible performance with our DJ all night long. He made our crowd dancing and getting very excited." Based in Berlin, Germany (819 miles from Umeå) 9th January 2026 Anne Schulz - Wedding in Italy Photo of Groove Recipe Groove Recipe "This band builds a bridge between pop, soul and funk from the 70's and 80's on one side, and the world of jazz on the other side. Great musicianship, fantastic arrangements and a very sophisticated sound. Highly recommended for jazz clubs and festivals!" Based in Groningen, Netherlands (880 miles from Umeå) Marc de Vries - Jazzclub Photo of Premium Jazz Bands | Jazz Central Agency Premium Jazz Bands | Jazz Central Agency "We engaged Jazzcentrale to provide entertainment for our anniversary celebration. Our initial contact was very pleasant, and they listened carefully to our wishes. Our event was both business-like and intended for networking. The Jazzcentrale musicians looked professional and played beautiful background music. This interaction was also very pleasant. It was great entertainment for our guests, allowing them to chat or simply enjoy the entertainment. Highly recommended!" Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (965 miles from Umeå) 21st November 2025 Daisy - Corporate event Photo of Booming Pianos Booming Pianos "We had a great evening! Booming Pianos is a great team that got the audience involved. Happy reunion after 12.5 years. As if nothing had changed, just everyone a little older." Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (965 miles from Umeå) Imco Struijksma - !2,5 year wedding anniversary Photo of Garden State, the Jersey Shore Sound Garden State, the Jersey Shore Sound "Review of Garden State band performance during the opening of the Doelum Live season 25/26 29 September 2025. Garden State delivered a convincing and heartwarming concert at Doelum Live. The combination of a tight band, strong vocals and an enthusiastic audience made this Sunday afternoon a celebration for lovers of the energetic, melodious Jersey Shore Sound. With their craftsmanship and their ability to literally get people moving, Garden State proved that they can make a stage of any size vibrate. Anyone who was not there has undoubtedly missed a lively concert afternoon." Translated from Dutch Based in Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands (969 miles from Umeå) 17th November 2025 Doelum Renkum - Concert Photo of Drunk’NFunk Drunk’NFunk "I've seen a few performances already. Every time, sparkling, energetic, and the fun just splashes off of it. Tasty music from excellent musicians who are well attuned to each other. Enjoying it again and again every time!" Translated from Dutch Based in Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands (978 miles from Umeå) 21st October 2026 Ants

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring soul bands typically costs between kr2,200 and kr44,500+, with an average of kr12,000. The price depends on the number of band members, performance duration and whether the line-up includes a horn section and backing vocalists. Larger soul ensembles with brass and multiple singers typically cost more than smaller combos.

The soul bands for hire perform classic and contemporary soul music, often blending Motown, funk, R&B and disco into their sets. Many soul bands cover well-known hits from artists spanning several decades, creating a feel-good, dance-friendly setlist.

Hiring soul bands is a popular choice for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, gala dinners and private celebrations. Soul music has broad, cross-generational appeal and is one of the most reliable genres for filling a dance floor.

The soul bands on Gig Heaven range from compact trios and quartets to larger ensembles with horn sections, backing singers and full rhythm sections. A bigger line-up delivers the powerful, rich soul sound, while smaller groups suit tighter budgets and venues.

Most soul bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments and amplification. For larger events, additional equipment may be needed. For the best experience, confirm technical details with the band before booking.

Some acts work with a fixed singer and others draw from a small pool, so it is worth asking which applies before booking. Where a specific voice matters, naming it at the enquiry stage is the only way to secure it. Acts that rotate singers will normally say so and can often send recordings of each.

A four or five-piece with a strong singer fills most function rooms, and the difference at that size is closer to weight than to energy. Larger rooms and higher guest numbers are where the extra players start to matter. Guest numbers and the room are a better guide to this than the size of the budget.

A smaller group leans on voice and rhythm, so brass-driven material is either rearranged or left out. Larger line-ups cover the catalogue much as recorded, which matters when particular songs have to be in the set. Naming those songs is the quickest way to find out which size suits.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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