Top 40 Bands for Hire in Bournemouth

Explore 257 top 40 bands in Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom, backed by 672 client reviews averaging 5 out of 5 stars. These contemporary cover bands specialize in current chart hits and modern popular music.

Of the 257 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Bournemouth. The other 254 are willing to travel there.

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Leading live-band of the world From 6 members upto 50 members on stage

Wembley

England · 90 miles away

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Book from £11000 (GBP)

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A Neo Soul, Funk, RnB Band fronted by the awesome Ivanmore on Vocals

London

England · 94 miles away

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Book from £450 (GBP)

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Stunning UK Based Event Entertainment

London

England · 94 miles away

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Book from £9460 (GBP)

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6 to 10 Piece Party Band - Solo Musician - Duo & DJ Service

London

England · 94 miles away

(6)

Book from £1800 (GBP)

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Cool contemporary 6 piece band playing dance anthems, club classics & big hits

London

England · 94 miles away

(6)

Book from £2000 (GBP)

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Join us, for the 80s party of a lifetime.

London

England · 94 miles away

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Book from £1935 (GBP)

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4 or 5 piece DJ-based live band

London

England · 94 miles away

(3)

Book from £2400 (GBP)

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3/4/5 piece covers band, something for everyone! Female/Male vocals.

London

England · 94 miles away

(3)

Book from £690 (GBP)

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5 piece high energyparty function band. The gold standard in live entertainment

London

England · 94 miles away

(3)

Book from £1550 (GBP)

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The perfect live band for any event or occasion.

London

England · 94 miles away

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Book from £1300 (GBP)

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Solo or duo covers artist playing classic tunes from the 50s to the present day

London

England · 94 miles away

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Book from £75 (GBP)

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A premium, customisable 3-15 piece band for weddings and events.

London

England · 94 miles away

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Book from €1790 (EUR)

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Piano , vocalist , request taker

London

England · 94 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Filling your dance floor with party bangers and live remixes

London

England · 94 miles away

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Book from £1350 (GBP)

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6-10 piece AWARD WINNING party band!

Milton Keynes

England · 103 miles away

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Book from £3250 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Top 40 Bands in Bournemouth?

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Hiring Top 40 bands in Bournemouth costs between £140 and £3,000+, with typical bookings averaging £1,100. Rates reflect group size, performance length, equipment and repertoire. Premium acts usually bring a full sound system and a large catalogue of current hits, which is reflected in their higher fees. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 83 enquiries for Top 40 Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 2 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within a day
54% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
18% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
60% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 35 miles
For the 83% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Top 40 Bands available in Bournemouth

5/5 from 672 reviews
Photo of Gentlemen Groove Gentlemen Groove "These guys are fantastic!! We booked them as the headliners for our work's summer party and they absolutely delivered!! Truly professional, with super tight harmonies and an incredibly funky groove, they will have you dancing and smiling all night long! We're already planning where we can see them again!! Book them for your next event and you're guaranteed a great time! Thanks guys!!" Based in Bournemouth, England Suzy Q - Work Summer Party Photo of Firestar Firestar "Hi I just want to say you were brilliant! Really great music, well played and got everyone on the dancefloor! Thank you so much! Wishing you all well in the future. Regards Irene" Based in New Forest, England (14 miles from Bournemouth) Irene Lloyd - Birthday Party Photo of The Deltas The Deltas "The best birthday surprise possible! I knew my husband was going to organise something special as he always likes to go all our but this was the icing on the cake! The band even performed a special coldplay song at his request for me! I feel like a very lucky lady!" Based in Weston-super-Mare, England (64 miles from Bournemouth) Maura Hemming - Birthday Party Photo of The Club Classics The Club Classics "We booked the 8 piece Club Classics Band. Wow.. what a band! We would highly recommend you guys. Thank you for making our day so special. Plus the card you gave us, a nice touch from you all. Mr & Mrs Rooney (Wedding) - 22.08.22" Based in Reading, England (64 miles from Bournemouth) Mr & Mrs Rooney Photo of The Missing Cat trio The Missing Cat trio "These guys played at my wedding on the 27th july 2019 and honestly I could not have asked for a better band the song list was incredible and Mike made organising everything so easy for us. I honestly cannot recommend them enough. And guys for a small fee I might be willing to collaborate with you." Based in Weston-super-Mare, England (64 miles from Bournemouth) Josh French - Wedding Photo of The Britpoppers The Britpoppers "The Britpoppers played my husband's 40th birthday. Great night. Great time had by all! Thank you!!" Based in Woking, England (71 miles from Bournemouth) Nicola N - Birthday Party

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for top 40 bands ranges from £140 to £3,000+, with an average of £1,100. Rates depend on band size, performance duration and the production level of the act. Top 40 bands focus on current chart hits and recent classics, and line-ups with more members and higher production values are priced accordingly.

The top 40 bands for hire play the biggest current chart hits and recent popular songs across pop, dance, R&B, hip hop and rock. Their setlists are regularly updated to include the latest releases, making them a fresh and current entertainment choice.

Typical bookings for top 40 bands include weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, proms, festivals and any event where modern, recognisable music is the priority. Current chart music appeals particularly well to younger audiences.

A typical booking for top 40 bands is two to three hours, split into sets with breaks. Because chart music is constantly evolving, many bands regularly update their repertoire to include the latest hits alongside crowd favourites. It is worth discussing timing and song preferences when making an enquiry.

Most top 40 bands are self-contained and bring their own PA system, instruments and lighting. For larger venues, additional equipment may be needed. It is a good idea to confirm all technical details 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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