North East Showbands to Hire at Alive Network

Hire The Best Luxury Showbands In the North East.

Explore incredible Luxury Showbands available to hire for weddings, corporate events & parties in the North East, hand selected by our expert team. With 1068 verified reviews from previous customers, you can book with confidence, backed by secure contracts and 24/7 emergency support. With 26 years experience booking for over 186,000 events to date, we're the most trusted entertainment agency for hiring Luxury Showbands in the North East.

Hipster And The Hot Hot Horns

5 stars - Hipster And The Hot Hot Horns are Highly Recommended 395 Reviews
Number of members: 8
Imagine the Killers or Arctic Monkeys with a brass section, and that's the vibe you get with Hipster and the Hot Hot Horns! Experience indie / guitar classics backed by searing horns, with incredible 4 part vocal harmonies - and you've got a perfect combination to headline your next event! Over 390+ five star reviews, from performances world-wide, including Vietnam, Dubai, Singapore, France & Austria. Previous clients include The NEC, Wembley Stadium, Grosvenor House, NEXT, KPMG, BAE Systems and many more....

From £4,884 +VAT
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The Souls Way

5 stars - The Souls Way are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 6
The Souls Way delivers unforgettable music for weddings, from intimate ceremonies to lively receptions. Offering a customizable lineup from a 4-piece ensemble to a full 16-piece band, they bring authenticity and timeless hits to make your day perfect...

From £4,825
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Apex Live

Number of members: 15
When only the extraordinary will do, Apex Live delivers. Apex Live is more than a showband—it’s a world-class, genre-defying performance experience tailored for elite events and discerning audiences. This 15-piece powerhouse merges the raw energy of a live DJ with the immersive brilliance of top-tier vocalists and musicians....

From £21,244 +VAT
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Seven

5 stars - Seven are Highly Recommended 87 Reviews
Number of members: 7
Seven are a world class party band available to hire throughout the UK and internationally. The official band of the FIFA World Cup 2022 performing to 50,000 people a night, this experienced band is formed from a stellar line up of platinum selling musicians who’ve produced, written and toured with Shania Twain, Bastille, Rag N Bone Man, P!nk, James Arthur, James Blunt, Mika, Tom Grennan, Birdy, KSI and many more....

From £4,601
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Orchestral Dance Anthems

5 stars - Orchestral Dance Anthems are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 19
Orchestral Dance Anthems are the ultimate headliner for large scale events and private festivals. Featuring classic White Isle tracks by Groove Armada, The Chemical Brothers, Nightmares on Wax, Faithless, Robert Miles, Spiller and many more, this contemporary orchestra is fronted by multiple vocalists, world class musicians and a live DJ. Available throughout the UK and internationally, with line-ups from 19 to 30 members. Prices range from approx. £27K to £40K+VAT + travel....

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Club Orchestra

Number of members: 9
Our premier act is a truly unique project that delivers an unparalleled performance.Each band member is meticulously chosen for their exceptional talent and extensive experience, showcasing some of the finest musicians in the country....

From £7,256 +VAT
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ReMix

5 stars - ReMix are Highly Recommended 24 Reviews
Number of members: 5
5-10 phenomenally funky musicians with bootie-shakin' interactive singers (male/female) playing chart hits classic & brand new with 100% energy, fun & enthusiasm. Huge repertoire, very flexible & a reputation for creating the best party atmosphere! Larger line ups also available with the 8 piece band being highly recommended!...

From £2,955
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All Lit Up

5 stars - All Lit Up are Highly Recommended 19 Reviews
Number of members: 7
All Lit Up were the Official Band of Fifa World Cup 2022. With a unique LED drum kit, All Lit Up are a premium quality, fully interactive party band who will bring the fun wow factor to any event! 7-12 piece band. Have worked with Sam Smith, Adele......

From £6,343
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Fresh

5 stars - Fresh are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews
Number of members: 5
Fresh are more than just a band – they’re a high-energy, non-stop live music experience! This award-winning 5 party band blends contemporary and classic hits across pop, rock, funk, and soul – perfect for getting guests of all ages on to the dance floor. Fresh are known for their incredible vocalists, multi-part harmonies, and interactive performances, joining guests on the dance floor and turning every event into a full-scale celebration. Fresh deliver a stress free experience, with their attention to detail and passion for performing making them a top choice for events across the UK and beyond....

From £2,915
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In The Red

5 stars - In The Red are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews
Number of members: 12
In The Red are a 12 piece luxury showband who perform throughout Scotland, the UK and Internationally. Members have performed with Rita Ora, Jess Glynne, JP Cooper, Stormzy & Alesha Dixon. Previous clients include The Full Moon Resort Maldives, Sony/ATV Music Publishing & Manchester United Football Club. The band specialise in bespoke performances, with music covering Motown to contemporary chart hits....

From £12,329 +VAT
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The Unique

5 stars - The Unique are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 7
The Unique are a young, energetic, professional & friendly band. Fronted by a fantastic female vocalist & a unique male vocalist/rapper, their repertoire ranges from popular hits in the 60' to modern day chart toppers!...

From £5,349
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Flair

5 stars - Flair are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 6
Where cool meets quality, Flair are a stylish, world class band that have been hired by royalty & celebrities alike! Delivering a full concert experience that will rock your event, Flair are a collective of pro's, available in a range of line-ups, who regularly appear alongside artists like Cee Lo Green, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams & more!...

From £4,401 +VAT
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Faithettes

5 stars - Faithettes are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 6
Paloma Faith's backing band, the Faithettes put on a killer show of pop and soul covers from '70s to present day, with all the tightness and vibe of one of the world's top live festival acts. Members have also worked with Rihanna, Lily Allen, Craig David and many more. A world class band!...

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Function Band 1

5 stars - Function Band 1 are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 6
Bringing you the very best in live entertainment, Function Band 1 feature some of the most exclusive musicians from around the world! Wowing with every note, this unreal band provide an incredible, immersive experience bespoke to your event with buildable packages including 6-12 piece line ups, the coolest DJs & more!...

£POA
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Happy Hour Deluxe

5 stars - Happy Hour Deluxe are Highly Recommended 69 Reviews
Number of members: 6
Happy Hour Deluxe are more than just a band – they’re a high-energy, non-stop live music experience! This award-winning 6 to 8-piece party band blends contemporary and classic hits across pop, rock, funk, and soul – perfect for getting guests of all ages on to the dance floor. Happy Hour Deluxe are known for their incredible vocalists, multi-part harmonies, and interactive performances, joining guests on the dance floor and turning every event into a full-scale celebration. Happy Hour Deluxe deliver a stress free experience, with their attention to detail and passion for performing making them a top choice for events across the UK and beyond....

From £4,445
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Fourtune

5 stars - Fourtune are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 5
Ready to dazzle at your event, Fourtune are a slick 5-9 piece events band featuring London's hottest session musicians. With a crowd-pleasing repertoire spanning 5 decades, Fourtune will fill your dance floor with classic soul & Motown, as well as current chart hits....

From £3,861 +VAT
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The Shire Boys Showband

5 stars - The Shire Boys Showband are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 6
Trusted by some of the world’s biggest names (Vogue, NFL, PlayStation & more), this incredible showband ranges from a 6 piece to an extravagant 9 piece outfit & guarantees to deliver the best party ever! Known for their cool style & show-stopping talent, treat your guests to an unbelievable night of unbelievable music!...

From £5,044 +VAT
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The Party Set

5 stars - The Party Set are Highly Recommended 28 Reviews
Number of members: 10
A sensational Pop, Soul and Motown band performing a huge range of hits from the very best of the finest acts. They deliver a funky and energetic performance guaranteed to get your guests on the dancefloor!...

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Booking A Showband In the North East

Everything You Need To Know

Showbands in the North East cost from £2614 to £25365. The average price in 2025 was £4314. Prices vary depending on experience, demand, size of act, travel costs and the specs of the equipment provided. Artists travelling into the North East from further away will usually charge more than a local act due to travel time and fuel costs.

We will always do our best to help you find an artist within your budget, so please give us a call if you can't find what you're looking for.

Alive Network represents Showbands throughout the North East, with acts available for events in County Durham, Durham, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear.

On the rare occasion that we don't have an artist based within your area, we will always have artists in the neighbouring regions willing to travel.

To see our most local artists, enter a search using your event date and location, then use the 'nearest me' sort option.

Aside from representing some of the best Showbands in the UK, one of the main reasons to hire a Showband with Alive Network is security. We ensure your booking is covered 24/7 against any eventuality, so that no matter what, you can enjoy your event without worrying about whether your entertainment will turn up.

If your Showband is ill or unable to perform, our team will be on hand to source a suitable replacement even out of office hours and at short notice.

Benefits of booking with us

Reliable, hand-picked Showbands
Advice and support whenever you need it
Safe, secure booking contracts
Emergency cover 24/7, 365 days a year
Free cancellations within 5 days of booking
Easy enquiry and booking process
Trusted brand with over 186,000 previous clients
Instant online prices & availability

Established in 1999, Alive Network has grown to become the UK's largest live entertainment agency and one of the most trusted entertainment booking services in the world. We specialise in wedding entertainment, party entertainment and corporate entertainment, trusted by companies like Apple, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, Coca-Cola & Nike, and we have helped over 186,000 customers to hire the perfect live entertainment for their events. We are formally partnered with BIMM, the largest and leading provider of contemporary music education in the UK and Europe, ensuring that we are able to bring you the very best new talent.

Find more about Alive Network Entertainment Agency here

For information on joining Alive Network please visit our 'How to join' pages here where you will also find our online application forms.

There is no cost to join Alive Network but we are not a directory, so every application is individually assessed and we hand-pick the Showbands we want to represent.

For information on the following, see our Frequently Asked Questions:

If you have any other queries, simply visit our FAQ page.

Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 0845 108 5500 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

Reviews From Events In the North East

A small selection of featured reviews from customers who booked our Luxury Showbands for events taking place within the North East.

In The Red Showband Review Private Party

5 stars - In The Red are Highly Recommended

“Charlotte and the band made sure our party was a great success. Set up was smooth, Charlotte made sure we were happy at all times. The performance had the dance floor full from start to finish. This is the second time we have used In The Red and they don’t disappoint!”

Malcolm N booked In The Red for their party in London

5 stars - Seven are Highly Recommended

“We are so glad we booked Seven for our wedding, we saw them at a friends wedding and simply had to have them. Such a high energy band and they come into the audience and it was just one big party. Loved you guys!! ”

Kade A booked Seven for their event

5 stars - The Party Set are Highly Recommended

“Hi Mike, We hope that you are well! We just wanted to say a massive thank you for your performance on the 19th. It was such a special day and we want to sincerely thank you for all the effort you put into to making it so perfect and such a memorable event. Your performance was just incredible, you h...”

Holly H booked The Party Set for their event

Happy Hour Deluxe Showband Review Corporate Event

5 stars - Happy Hour Deluxe are Highly Recommended

“Happy Hour Deluxe were excellent, got the party going and very friendly. 10/10”

Wendi L booked Happy Hour Deluxe for their event in Surrey

North East Venues We Love Working With

We're proud to have helped thousands of customers in the North East to book their perfect event entertainment. We work closely with local venues to make sure that each and every event runs to plan. Below is a small selection of the incredible venues we've worked with in the North East.

Beamish Hall DH9 0YB
Le Petit Château NE19 1NR
Lumley Castle Hotel DH3 4NX
Durham Castle DH1 3RW
Doxford Barns NE67 5DY
Matfen Hall NE20 0RH
Horton Grange Country House NE13 6BU
Wylam Brewery NE2 4PZ
Close House Country Club NE15 0HT
Otterburn Towers NE19 1NS
Halton Grove NE45 5PY
Brinkburn Priory NE65 8AR
Whitworth Hall DL16 7QX
Bowburn Hall Hotel DH6 5NH
The Alnwick Garden NE66 1FJ

Hashtag Business Services Limited NE63 9JZ
The Willows at the Woodmans NE16 5BB
Wylam Brewery Tap NE2 4PZ
Alnwick Castle
Shortflatt Tower | Luxury Manor House Wedding & Events Venue with Accommodation NE20 0HD
The Barn on The Bay Wedding Venue NE61 5EQ
Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel DH8 9BB
Hallgarth The Manor House, Durham DH6 1AB
Marriott Hotel (Newcastle-U-Tyne) NE3 5HN
The Secret Tower NE1 2HY
The Treehouse Restaurant NE66 1FJ
Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter, an IHG Hotel NE1 3SA
The Vermont Hotel - Newcastle NE1 1RQ
University of Durham DH1 3LH
Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter NE1 3SA

Chillingham Castle NE66 5NJ
Blackfriars Restaurant NE1 4XN
Doxford Hall Hotel and Spa NE67 5DN
Lord Crewe Arms DH8 9SP
New Close Farm Outdoor Wedding Venue DH7 6NB
RAF Boulmer Admin Site NE66 3JF
The Bosk NE66 4LW
The Vermont Hotel NE1 1RQ
Beamish Park Hotel NE16 5EG
Albemarle Barracks NE15 0RG
Kirkley Hall NE20 0AQ
Middleton Hall Estate NE70 7LF
Pleased to Meet You NE61 1NB
Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort NE47 0BX
Summerhill Bowling Club NE4 6EH

Local Showbands Throughout the North East

Alive Network is one of the largest entertainment agencies in the world, providing a huge range of live entertainment for private events and parties. We represent only the best Showbands for hire in the North East - covering the entire region including County Durham, Durham, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear.

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North East Showbands

Hire The Best Luxury Showbands In the North East

Hire The Best Luxury Showbands In the North East.

Hipster And The Hot Hot Horns

The Souls Way

Apex Live

Seven

Orchestral Dance Anthems

Club Orchestra

Need some help?

ReMix

All Lit Up

Fresh

In The Red

The Unique

Flair

Faithettes

Function Band 1

Happy Hour Deluxe

Fourtune

The Shire Boys Showband

The Party Set

Booking A Showband In the North East

Everything You Need To Know

For information on the following, see our Frequently Asked Questions:

Reviews From Events In the North East

North East Venues We Love Working With

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