Tribute Bands for Hire in Essex

Discover 466 tribute bands and tribute acts available in Essex, England, United Kingdom. These professional cover bands and impersonators bring the music of legendary artists to your event, recreating authentic performances at a fraction of the original cost.

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Shades of Simon

Shades of Simon
5-piece band with the story and authentic sound of the songs of PAUL SIMON
Tribute Band

Chelmsford

England

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The UK Bee Gees

The UK Bee Gees
Bee Gees Tribute
Tribute Band

Colchester

England

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Book from £1100 (GBP)

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Barry Gibb Tribute

Barry Gibb Tribute
Solo Barry Gibb (Bee Gees) Tribute - 'Tony B'
Tribute Band

Colchester

England

(3)

Book from £450 (GBP)

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Bjorn Illusion

Bjorn Illusion
Abba Tribute
Tribute Band

Colchester

England

(2)

Book from £1350 (GBP)

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RORY JACKSON as MICHAEL JACKSON

RORY JACKSON as MICHAEL JACKSON
World's No#1 Michael Jackson BAD Era Tribute Artist as seen on BGT
Tribute Band

Harlow

England

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Elvis type tribute band

Elvis type tribute band
Elvis presley music
Tribute Band

Sheerness

England

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Holly's Buddies

Holly's Buddies
4 piece Buddy Holly plus '50s, '60s& '70s tribute show
Tribute Band

Gravesend

England

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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BJÖRN This Way

BJÖRN This Way
BJÖRN This Way - The Ultimate ABBA Tribute Experience
Tribute Band

Gravesend

England

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Kiss The Teacher ABBA tribute band

Kiss The Teacher ABBA tribute band
Award Winning 4 piece ABBA tribute show, Available across the UK !
Tribute Band

Ipswich

England

(5)

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Studio 54

Studio 54
70’s Disco /Soul tribute band…
Tribute Band

Dartford

England

(2)

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ABBA Chique

ABBA Chique
The hottest tribute to ABBA
Tribute Band

Chatham

England

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Ian Coulson as Elvis

Ian Coulson as Elvis
Solo Elvis tribute show all the hits
Tribute Band

Cambridge

England

(1)

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The McCartney Tribute Collection

The McCartney Tribute Collection
UK-based Beatles & Paul McCartney tribute show, available for European bookings
Tribute Band

Rainham

England

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Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience

Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience
‘Let’s Get It On’ are a 5/6 piece Motown and Soul party band
Tribute Band

Stevenage

England

(4) Replies in ~3 hrs

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The Tributes

The Tributes
6/7 Piece Big band with a Big sound, Playing all the Hits But not the usual ones
Tribute Band

Stevenage

England

(1)

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Sounds Like Madonna

Sounds Like Madonna
Madonna Tribute Artist - Sounds Like Madonna
Tribute Band

Hertfordshire

England

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Andalus Gipsy Kings And Popular Latin Band

Andalus Gipsy Kings And Popular Latin Band
Andalus - ultimate gipsy kings & popular latin music --to get everyone dancing
Tribute Band

Archway

England

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MJ HIStory

MJ HIStory
A mega MJ fanatic turned electrifying impersonator - keeping the magic alive.
Tribute Band

London

England

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How much does it cost to hire Tribute Bands in Essex?

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Rates for tribute bands in Essex generally range from about £170 to £2,650+, with an average cost of £800. An act based closer to your venue may quote less for travel, while established performers with extensive repertoires and professional equipment command premium fees. Performance length, venue requirements, and group size all influence final pricing, with solo impersonators typically costing less than full tribute bands. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 669 enquiries for Tribute Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 12 November 2026.

Most requested for
Birthday parties
22% of enquiries, with bar and venue events next at 16%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
59% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
32% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to October
58% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 92% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Tribute Bands available in Essex

5/5 from 932 reviews
Photo of The UK Bee Gees The UK Bee Gees "Had a fantastic night, last night, at hitchin Town hall singing and dancing to the most realistic bee gees tribute I e ever seen. Harmonies beautiful and myself and friend Hazel danced all night. Thanks guys for a great evening x" Based in Colchester, England Monica king activity coordinator hitchin - Elmside care home Photo of Kiss The Teacher ABBA tribute band Kiss The Teacher ABBA tribute band "Watched Kiss The Teacher Perform today with my family and friends, brilliant show, loads of fun, excellent Come back to the boro next year please" Based in Ipswich, England Ellen - Social Club event Photo of Studio 54 Studio 54 "Studio 54 we’re exactly what we needed to accompany The Disco Dancing Rollerskating Champions….Excellent..Thank You" Based in Dartford, England Millennium Dome - Millenium Dome Entertainment Photo of Ian Coulson as Elvis Ian Coulson as Elvis "What can I say? Ian was fabulous! So many guests asked me for his details and commented on his wonderful voice and interaction with everyone. Don't be hesitant paying up front because Ian is worth every penny and more! Can't recommend him enough !" Based in Cambridge, England 26th August 2026 Heather Cornwell - 80th birthday Photo of The Tributes The Tributes "Great Big Band with a very varied song list,, Not some of the usual stuff,, played different versions of 70s and 80s classics Will be looking out for their next gig" Based in Stevenage, England Ian Whiting - Pub gig Photo of Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience "Saw this band in November and they filled the dance floor! Really fantastic evening had by all. I highly recommend them" Based in Stevenage, England Emma Purvey - The Cannon - ticketed event

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring tribute bands typically costs between £170 and £2,650+, with an average of £800. Pricing depends on the number of performers, show duration and the production elements included. Tribute bands cover a wide range of artists and eras, so the scale and complexity of the show is the main factor in cost.

The tribute bands for hire cover tributes to a huge range of artists and bands spanning every genre and era, from classic rock legends to current pop stars. Gig Heaven has tribute acts for hundreds of different artists, so browsing the category is the best way to find the right act.

Many clients book tribute bands for themed parties, corporate events, birthday celebrations, weddings, festivals and pub or club nights. A tribute band delivers the experience of seeing a well-known artist live, making them a crowd-pleasing and memorable entertainment choice.

The best tribute bands invest heavily in recreating the sound, look and stage presence of the original artist, including costumes, instruments and vocal accuracy. It is advisable to watch videos on each tribute act's profile to judge the quality and authenticity of their performance.

Most tribute bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments, costumes and staging. For larger venues or outdoor events, additional equipment may be required. Gig Heaven recommends confirming technical requirements before booking.

Many tribute acts build a main set around the artist they cover and add a second set of wider hits from the same era or genre. Others stay with the original artist throughout. Asking what a full evening looks like is the quickest way to know whether one act can cover the whole night.

Costume is central to most tribute shows, and many acts change outfits between sets to follow the artist's career. A smaller number perform in plain stage dress and focus on the music. Photographs and video on each act's profile show which approach they take.

Tribute shows tend to work well across age groups because the material is already familiar to most of the room. Acts covering artists with a long career usually have the widest span of recognisable songs. Set lists can normally be adjusted if the audience skews older or younger.

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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