North East Steel Bands to Hire at Alive Network

Hire The Best Steel Bands In the North East.

Explore incredible Steel Bands available to hire for weddings, corporate events & parties in the North East, hand selected by our expert team. With 135 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 Steel Bands in the North East.

Eesha Plays Steelpan

5 stars - Eesha Plays Steelpan are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 1
Eesha, a skilled steel pannist, sets the perfect vibe at events across the UK. With a versatile repertoire spanning soft rock, R&B, Afrobeat, and more, she covers hits from Taylor Swift to Bob Marley, ensuring a memorable experience for all. Previous performances include London Notting Hill Carnival and National Panorama Competitions....

From £443
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The Island Boys Steel Band

5 stars - The Island Boys Steel Band are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 3
The Island Boys have been warming up events with their tropical tunes for the last 30 years! Playing a mixture of infectious island melodies, well known pop songs and even Christmas carols - all with a Caribbean twist!...

From £932
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Solo Steel Island Boy

Number of members: 1
Solo Steel Island Boy is a world-renowned steel pan soloist celebrated for his vibrant performances and sophisticated musicality rooted in jazz harmony. With a unique ability to articulate melodies in remarkably clear and colourful ways, he brings a fresh and expressive voice to the steel pan, captivating audiences across the globe....

From £614
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Steel Xpress

5 stars - Steel Xpress are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 4
Steel Xpress are an extremely entertaining band of talented and experienced steel pan musicians who perform different genres of music from Pop, Reggae, Latin, Calyspo, Ballad, Soca to name but a few....

From £1,265
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TNT Steel Combo

5 stars - TNT Steel Combo are Highly Recommended 10 Reviews
Number of members: 3
Born in the Caribbean, TNT Steel Combo brings authentic island vibes to every occasion. 20+ years of experience, from intimate acoustic sets to full-blown tropical parties. They blend traditional Caribbean soca & reggae with modern pop hits....

From £1,304
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Mica Steel Pannist

5 stars - Mica Steel Pannist are Highly Recommended 15 Reviews
Number of members: 1
Perfect for any drinks reception, Mica is a steel pannist of the highest calibre. Performing a range of well known songs from the 60's to the present day, you can rely on Mica to bring smiles and cheer to your special day....

From £799
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Pan Master

5 stars - Pan Master are Highly Recommended 15 Reviews
Number of members: 1
Pan Master has now performed professionally for well over 40 years. In addition to extensive gigging around the world, he has worked as a session musician for renowned projects, including Gary Barlow, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, and most recently, Mog’s Christmas, which aired on Christmas Day. He also made an appearance on The Repair Shop on Christmas Day. His list of previous clients is extensive, featuring names such as the Sultan of Brunei, Paul McCartney, and many others....

From £824
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Melodic Island Sounds

5 stars - Melodic Island Sounds are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews
Number of members: 1
From the impressive grounds of Lord's Cricket Ground to the high-speed thrills of Silverstone Grand Prix, Melodic Island Sounds are a professional steel pan collective who have entertained for esteemed clients such as British Airways, John Lewis, YouTube, Sky, Warner Bros and many more! Tailoring their performances to suit, the collective can perform as a soloist to full 6 piece band!...

From £1,261
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Booking A Steel Band In the North East

Everything You Need To Know

Steel Bands in the North East cost from £325 to £784. The average price in 2025 was £572. 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 Steel Bands 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 Steel Bands in the UK, one of the main reasons to hire a Steel Band 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 Steel Band 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 Steel Bands
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 Steel Bands 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 Steel Bands for events taking place within the North East.

Mica Steel Pannist Steel Band Review Wedding

5 stars - Mica Steel Pannist are Highly Recommended

“I could not recommend Mica enough, the atmosphere she created was fun, relaxing and she made it feel like summer. She played a variety of different music and everyone really enjoyed it. She is a lovely friendly face and i was so pleased i managed to find her, great value for money, Thank you Mica x”

Emma R booked Mica Steel Pannist for their wedding in Hampshire

The Island Boys Steel Band Steel Band Review Corporate Event

5 stars - The Island Boys Steel Band are Highly Recommended

“We tried the Steel drum band as something different and they really gave a good vibe to our staff event. They were great background music whilst we were eating then as the evening progressed people started dancing and then we wished they could have gone on for longer! :)”

Anouska A booked The Island Boys Steel Band for their event in Northamptonshire

Pan Master Steel Band Review Private Party

5 stars - Pan Master are Highly Recommended

“Mark was so prepared, he had a few songs we specifically wanted played, he was a huge hit with our guests!!!”

Hannah booked Pan Master for their party in Wiltshire

The Island Boys Steel Band Steel Band Review Private Party

5 stars - The Island Boys Steel Band are Highly Recommended

“The band produces the perfect sound of the Caribbean with smiles.”

Colin A booked The Island Boys Steel Band for their party in Northamptonshire

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

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Local Steel Bands 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 Steel Bands 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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