Hire Acoustic Band in County Durham

Theblackmarcs are a fantastic duo based in the North East of England but available to perform all over the country. They offer a wide variety of music ranging from the 50s right up to the latest chart releases. This includes hits from some of your favourite artists such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, Elvis Presley, U2, The Killers, The Stereophonics, Kodaline, Marvin Gaye, The Lumineers and many more. They provide a live band sound within a compact area.

‘Nostalgia’ is a five person ‘Cafe Swing’ group who specialise in music from the Great American Song Book as well as other song material from the 1920’s to 1950’s that could be classified as jazz or swing music. This new group’s members include 2 vocalist/electric ukulele players, a bass player, a drummer and a keyboard player. Their preferred music style of ‘cafe swing’ is based on the genre that was born in the jazz clubs of New York, USA (in the late 40’s/early 50’s) and is now gaining something of a renaissance in the UK. ‘Nostalgia’ quintet are trying to create a new addition to the basic form of ‘cafe swing’ by reviving the original opening verses/refrains that the great songwriters created at the commencement of their compositions but which have been lost over the passage of time and are often omitted from the songs performed by artists such as The Rat Pack and other famous jazz and swing entertainers. As their name suggests they hop...

Flamingcello is cellist Penny Callow, playing solo cello, cello with percussion (Sly&Fly), Baroque duet with Recorder (Duo Contrapposto) Tango duet with Accordion and singing (Tango Zapatito). Depending on the venue, the music can be acoustic (suitable for churches, small gatherings) or amplified (better for large spaces, tango dancing)

Yellowstone are a three piece Indie-rock wedding band from the North East of England who offer brilliant live music and bring an outstanding atmosphere to your special occasion. We pride ourselves on our energy and passion rarely seen with modern day function bands. This is live music for all ages. Our huge repertoire of well-known cover songs accommodate almost all styles of popular music ranging from 1960s classics to present day hits, our repertoire is ideal for weddings, engagements and birthdays for all ages and styles. Based in the North East of England, we are established and professional, and have developed a great reputation of our years together. Based in the North East of England, we are established and professional, and have developed a great reputation of our years together.

Groove Lounge are an acoustic duo who play acoustic versions of floor fillers from the classic 90s era of dance and R & B. Formed out of a mutual love of club bangers, they offer an impressive live lounge style set that will take you back in time and let you relive your club days! Formed by two professional musicians from the North of England, they have skilfully arranged classic hits you will be more familiar with DJs playing rather than a laid back acoustic act. The clever guitar arrangements are the perfect backdrop for lead singer Kerry’s impressive vocal - bringing a new edge to classics by incredible vocalists such as Robin S, Jess Glynn and Beyoncé. Groove Lounge are the perfect act for weddings, either for an original take on the usual cheesy standards during the day, or for kicking off the evening reception whilst your guests enjoy a welcome drink. The act are also popular in cocktail bars, nightclubs and high end restaurants ac...

Yorkshire based solo acoustic guitarist and singer, available to perform fantastic live music for weddings, corporate events and special occasions, anywhere in the UK. Born in Liverpool, he moved to Yorkshire to study Popular Music at the University of Huddersfield. Since graduating, has become a professional full time musician. Michael’s acoustic sets are brilliantly tailored to give a diverse live performance that is suitable for many events such as weddings, corporate events or parties of any kind. From laid back acoustic covers, to recent hits - sometimes adding harmonica and stomp box to complete his one-man band sound - he approaches every song with his unique personal style.Renowned for this different approach and with a longstanding musical background, Michael has developed a great repertoire of over 200 songs that is guaranteed to have something for every taste. Specific songs can be requested and Michael is more than happy to mak...

Repertoire Our repertoire is varied and very entertaining, ranging across time from the 60's right through to the present day. As corporate and wedding entertainment goes, we're one of the best. Package We now offer a complete musical party package, consisting of: 'DUVET:Lounge' (mellow tunes, played on acoustic guitars: perfect music and atmosphere to imbibe and digest to). Duvet - The Ultimate Covers Band!! (a great party band) and to finish you off the DUVET… DJ can keep you dancing to the early hours! Line Up The line up is made up of lead vocal, guitar, bass, drums, percussion and backing tracks and boasts three accomplished vocalists with perfect three part harmonies. Artists We Cover Amy Winehouse, Blink 182, Erasure, Jackson Five, The Jam, Jamiroquai, Kaiser Cheifs, The Killers, Madness, Otis Redding, The Proclaimers, Queen, Scissor Sisters, Take That… and many more!

Nicola has spent more than 15 years playing, studying, writing and performing music. Performing across the UK and Europe with some outstanding original artists or as an artist in her own right showcasing her original music. She has also worked in various band set ups performing covers of 60’s soul right through to present day pop. A dynamic vocalist with a wealth of experience performing in diverse venues both small and large, including Shepherds Bush Empire, BBC Introducing, Glastonbury Festival and KOKO Camden to name but a few. Nicola graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in Popular Music Performance in London and has since returned to her native Yorkshire where she has settled with her family in York. Music is her passion and Nicola love’s nothing more than sharing that enthusiasm live on stage, be it at a wedding, an intimate celebration or a just a great night out. Nicola currently performs solo or as part of an Acoustic Duo. If you...

Established in 1995 Doctor Thirsty has evolved from an acoustic duo playing occasional gigs in public houses in the Harrogate area to a well established wedding and function band performing throughout the North of England. With the emphasis on fun and a set list that covers everything from Abba to the Arctic Monkeys, the Beatles to Blink-182 and the Kinks to the Kings Of Leon, Doctor Thirsty are guaranteed to please and make your event a night to remember…

Yorkshire's Premier Acoustic Trio. Established in 2011, Live Lounge have built an enviable reputation as one of the top wedding and function bands in the region. Wedding and function clients comment without fail on the unusual sound, the different instrumentation and the quirky choice of songs. Michaela’s stunning vocals blend with sweet violin lines and perfect guitar backing to create an unique combination. The band have always put great customer service as high in importance as great music and we work closely with all clients to make sure they get the experience they and their guests will love and remember. All quotes include a FREE special song/first dance worked up in our unique style

The Empire States are a Leeds-based Country duo, specialising in covers. With a combination of Banjo, Acoustic Guitar, Vocals and Tambourine, they fuse traditional American Folk influences with modern pop and soul tracks, creating a captivating atmosphere for any event or venue.

A wide range of classic rock and pop covers from an experienced and versatile musician and singer. Available as a solo performer or with violin and/or percussion accompaniment depending on your needs. Equally able to provide background ambience for your reception or a lively band for your party or function.

Performing classical, pop, jazz, folk and easy listening background music for weddings, functions and events. We play piano, cello and flute. We bring everything we need with us so no special requirements are needed from the venue. Vocals are also available on request. Very experienced in weddings, corporate functions and charity events.

We are a 4-piece 100% authentic, ultra-high energy live party band. No gimmicks, just energy, enthusiasm and a passion for music that ensures your guests will be spilling onto your dancefloor from the very first song - and right through to the end of the night. Guaranteed to rev up any crowd and if we are not completely exhausted by the end of our set we've not done our job. Warning Tones have played hundreds of parties, weddings and corporate events and have a tried and tested setlist to keep the moves flowing. If you're looking for that live music atmosphere for your event, please do get in touch!

With experience in singing jazz in duos, big bands and her own trio, Caitlin is a confident, flexible performer who can suit your exact needs for any occasion. Together with her all-star band, Midnight Garden, she offers a stunning blend of both contemporary favourites by Norah Jones, Jamie Cullum and Nina Simone as well as traditional 1930-50s jazz standards (with a fresh, modern twist) and her own ecclectic compositions. Whether it be a corporate dinner, a wedding after-party, an art gallery exhibition opening, a daytime event to bring more publicity to your restaurant or a large-scale gig in a bar or concert venue, she will create the perfect ambience for your guests to suit the style of your event. “I haven't been so moved by a female singer since Ella.” Manchester Jazz Festival audience member Caitlin Mayall - Vocals Harry Orme - Guitars Matthew Applin - Piano

String Infusion managed by Emma Rushworth National and International String Ensemble. String Infusion all female vibrant string group ranging from 1-20+ offering any ensemble size from solo, duo, trio, quartet or beyond. We are musicians offering acoustic or electric performances.Our musicians are professionally trained at top Music Conservatoires. Together with choreographed moves, an eye for fashion and captivating output we entice audiences of all ages on a global level. We can play acoustic by day and electric by night whatever atmosphere you wish us to create it will be delivered. As well as quality performers we are versatile and adapt to any style of music. We benefit from repeat work through client recommendations offering a unique performance for every event Our bespoke service ensures we exceed our clients expectations. CHECK OUT OUR REVIEWS BELOW: Can’t begin to tell you how overwhelmed we were by the girls’ performa...

Genetically engineered in a pint glass by Dr Julius Von Funkenstein, The Jive Doctors are a male-fronted professional seven piece wedding, party and function band. Prescribing classic soul, funk and blues alongside modern hits (given the Jive Doctors' special treatment) that no party could do without, they consist of saxophone, trumpet, drums, keyboards, bass guitar, guitar and lead male vocals, with the band providing backing vocals. The Jive Doctors have a wealth of performance experience that will set your occasion alight whether it be black tie, bat mitzvah or biopsy. The Jive Doctors offer several different line ups including everything from Solo to the full 7 piece experience.7 Piece Male lead vox, Guitar, bass, keys & backing vocals, drums, tenor sax with percussion & backing vocals, trumpet & precussion.6 Piece Male Vocals & guitar, bass, keys & backing vocals, drums, tenor sax with percussion & backing vocals, trumpet and percus...

We are a high energy 1920s - 1950s trio that plays popular Blues, Jazz, Ragtime, Rock & Roll, Swing and Boogie music. With guitar, double bass, drums, washboard and three vocals, Leeds City Stompers produce a sound as authentic and vibrant as our favourite pre-1950's influences We're all fans of traditional blues, jazz, swing etc and LOVE bringing to life the music we adore! We have classic and well-loved songs such as: Dust My Broom, Shake Rattle and Roll, Sitting on Top of the World and Sweet Home Chicago as well as many others. The band uses 1930s metal resonator guitars, a real 1920s drum kit and washboards as well as wearing tailored vintage suits. We swap instruments and singers at various times in a set. This provides you with a show with a wide variety of sounds and styles while also being authentic, danceable and with the odd quip between songs - entertaining and humorous. The band has tailored its set and show to ge...

I sing a wide range of styles from folk to rock and soul. I can perform a diva show and cabaret or background music playing the guitar and piano. I can perform solo, duo or up to 8 piece band for a party set.

We are Dr Butler’s Hatstand Medicine Band, a travelling troupe of musicological minstrels, peddling our unique good-time tonic to all four corners of the land. Made from a secret combination of early blues and jazz forms, a sprinkle of ragtime, a dash of hot swing, the essence of sweet spiritual, a pinch of the oldest of old-timey melodies and a teaspoon of Vaudevillian and Music Hall showoffery, all whisked together with the most esoteric of folk rhythms. The result is a surpassingly melodious music which is replete with tones of joy and fulfilment. This harmonic medicine is a natural aid to titillation and is a guaranteed restorer of vitality, vim and vigour. Allow us present to you our good-time rags and reels, show stoppers and sight stealers; music for foot stomping and toe tickling that joins hearts with flesh whilst invigorating the thinking mind. We stand before you as harbingers of gentility, bearers of ingenuity, possessors of con...

'Adam and Lawrence' are a top acoustic duo based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Both extremely experienced musicians and performers, they have been playing around West Yorkshire and sometimes beyond for many years. Their set list is packed full of well known pop/rock/blues songs ranging from the 50's all the way to present day, perfect for all occasions! With lots of vocal harmonies, solid guitar playing and a high energy performance, they are sure to fit your event. Their PA is excellent quality the sound is sure to be great too! Whether it is chilled background music or a full on party atmosphere with lights you're after, 'Adam and Lawrence' can provide exactly what you need.

We are a husband and wife duo who specialise in Acoustic performances with the possibility of providing a full band set up. We write and sing original songs but also perform a selection of cover songs depending on what the occasion requires of us. Both of us are trained musicians and are trained in Estill vocal technique.

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Bobbing Joe play lively folk music for English ceilidhs (also known as barn dances or English country dances), Scottish ceilidhs, Irish ceilis, and French and Swedish bals. We play at weddings, parties and festivals accross Yorkshire and Derbyshire, and are available for hire anywhere within a few hours drive of Sheffield. Combining traditional music with stomping rhythm, tight arrangements, singing and fun, we will infect all of your guests with an irresistible dancing itch, even your great aunt Joan who is a regular martyr to her feet!

We are fun, entertaining, memorable, unique and a little crazy! As Singing Waiters we start an unforgettable surprise at the perfect moment and burst in to song leaving your guests & sometimes partner in a shock, when they see what is going on the atmosphere becomes electric and we will have everyone up on their feet singing and dancing along creating those special memories together. If you are looking for something, memorable, unique & fun then look no further we will be perfect for you!