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5.0(15 reviews)
• 38 bookings
Los Amigos 5-Piece Spanish Party Band
from £2,000 / event
4.83(29 reviews)
• 59 bookings
Mariachi Tequila Plays Authentic Lively Mexican & UK Pop Covers
from £790 / event
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4.84(76 reviews)
• 243 bookings
Trio, performing Traditional & Popular Hits with Mariachi Twist
from £450 / event
5.0(25 reviews)
• 40 bookings
'Mariachi Amigo' Traditional Mexican Repertoire & English Songs
from £650 / event
5.0(21 reviews)
• 26 bookings
Authentic, All-Female 'Mariachi Las Adelitas' 4-Piece Band
from £1,000 / event
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Best World Music Bands in the UK
Bring a vibrant, global sound to your next celebration with the UK's best World Music Bands for hire! From soulful reggae and rhythmic Latin grooves to mesmerising African beats and traditional folk, we have over 600 incredible acts ready to transform any event. Whether it's a wedding, private party, or corporate function, our bands bring unique energy and unparalleled talent. Explore our stunning selection to find your perfect match.
Every World Music Band featured has been meticulously vetted by our team, ensuring exceptional musical talent, professionalism, and a proven track record of outstanding performances and client satisfaction.
The average hire price for a World Music Band is £1077 per event, with costs typically varying based on the band's size, performance duration, and any specific package inclusions.
Our amazing World Music Bands across the UK have collectively served 1,182 events, earning a fantastic average rating of 4.95* from 442 verified client reviews.
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5.0(23 reviews)
• 42 bookings
Professional Singing Guitar Duo "Cicada"
A captivating close harmony and guitar duo with a professional service that love connecting with audiences and root their performances in effortless vocal harmony and musical connection.
from £400 / event
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Reviews for Best World Music Bands in the UK
Read verified reviews from real clients, who booked with Poptop in the UK
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Sam Brunswick10 Jun 2024
Matt really looked after us for our event. The duo were a great fit with some more chilled versions of classics earlier in the night and very much 'upbeat' versions later on that got us up and dancing! Superb musicians with great vocals and a professional service!
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Heather Baker1 Aug 2023
Couldn't of asked for a better experience. The band was amazing and definitely got the dancefloor full. The band are really approachable and accommodating with any requests on the night and were flexible with the sets to work with the flow of the evening. Great quality music, which got our guests wanting more. A special thank you to Ben, who is most genuinely the nicest man, who can also belt out some tunes. Our wedding day was perfect, and Run For Cover definitely contributed to making it that way. We cannot recommend enough. If anyone is wanting top quality music for their event, then get in touch with Ben and the band.
We wish you guys all the best, and hope to use you again in the future.
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Lisa25 Jun 2023
We couldn't have been happier with the whole PopTop experience. Phil got in touch and we quickly established what we needed for our event, which meant customising the band to a caller and an accordion. It worked perfectly in our garden with about 20 people dancing. Even those who'd initially been circumspect about a ceilidh thoroughly enjoyed the dancing. It really was wonderful and people are still talking about it.
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Rebecca Dempsey30 Dec 2022
The O'Marleys were the perfect band for my Irish Father-in-law's 80th birthday party. They were so friendly and entertaining and all the guests loved the music. Communication before the event was easy and prompt after booking. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone interested.
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Ashleigh17 Aug 2022
Brilliant Band for our works party! Would defiantly recommend if you like to have a good dance! Very professional and songs were fab!
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Kirsten Clunies-Ross4 Sep 2019
We hired the Stomping Boondocks for our wedding reception and they were absolutely fantastic! Most of the guests had never done a ceilidh before but all of them were raving about it after the event. Very responsive with communication before the event also.
We delivered next level parties for exceptional companies
We also did more than 40,000 birthday parties. Probably, including your neighbour’s recent big bash.
World music bands in the UK: the friendly expert guide
If you are hunting for a World music band in the UK, you are already making a brilliant choice. These bands bring colour, connection and a natural sense of celebration. They turn a lawn into a dance floor, a barn into a street party and a stately home into a living soundtrack. We help people book World music bands week in, week out, so consider this your clear route map. We will show you the styles that work, where they shine, what a sensible budget looks like, and how to shape the day so the dance floor never sits empty.
Styles that make sense for UK events
World music is a big umbrella, but you do not need a postgraduate in percussion to pick the right flavour. Start with the feeling you want at your peak moment, then select the engine that gets you there.
Roaming acoustic world trio
A portable three-piece with guitar or accordion, light percussion and a melody instrument, for example clarinet or violin. No cables, no fuss, instant atmosphere. Great for welcome drinks, garden mingling and moving guests between spaces.
Folk-world crossover
Think fiddle, guitar, hand percussion and global rhythms in a way that feels familiar to British ears. It’s perfect for rustic settings where you want rootsy charm at a civilised volume, with the option to step up later.
Latin party
Sunshine in sound. Congas, tight rhythm guitar and call-and-response hooks that invite even shy dancers. Ideal for marquee receptions, outdoor evenings and stately-home parties that need warmth before fireworks.
Balkan brass
High-octane horns and drums for joyful chaos in the best sense. Use it when you want a festival in a box, short explosive sets or an unforgettable finale. Also brilliant as a roaming section that can gather a crowd on cue.
Each of these styles scales from an intimate trio to a seven-piece showband. The trick is to buy the right amount of sound for your space rather than the largest line-up you can find.
Event types where global sounds shine
If your plan fits one of these, a World music band will feel made for it.
Destination weddings
Guests have travelled and they are ready to celebrate. Use a roaming trio for arrival, a folk-world crossover set while photos happen, then a Latin party burst to pull everyone onto the floor after the first dance.
Rural marquees
Lots of air, happy neighbours if you plan well, and space to move. A Latin party or Balkan brass set makes a canvas tent feel like a city square. Keep the early part semi-acoustic, then lift volume as evening draws in.
5.0(15 reviews)
• 38 bookings
Los Amigos 5-Piece Spanish Party Band
Spanish 5-Piece band performing the best music from the Gypsy Kings, Buenavista Social Club, Santana, and other Latin hits to move your feet non-stop.
from £2,000 / event
5.0(13 reviews)
• 28 bookings
'Social Season' Play a Mix of Classic & Modern Covers
You won’t be able to keep quiet about Social Season; a professional acoustic duo who play heartfelt covers of pop anthems, folk tunes and jazz standards.
from £570 / event
5.0(13 reviews)
• 28 bookings
'Crystalline Duo' Play a Mix of Classic & Modern Covers
Meet Lulu & Rami, a professional and highly polished acoustic duo playing modern & classic covers across pop, soul, folk and jazz.
from £560 / event
4.89(63 reviews)
• 96 bookings
'Black Velvet' Ceilidh Band
Ceilidh, ceili, barn dance or hoedown? Black Velvet Band is simply the best! Expect top quality musicianship and a specialist dance-caller who will make sure you have a great time!
from £595 / event
4.89(63 reviews)
• 96 bookings
'Black Velvet' Band Play Mix of Folky Pop & Gypsy Jazz
BVB gives you a Nashville country-style "take" on the American Country tradition combined with Parisian "Hot Club" Gypsy Jazz. Swing jazz meets Gypsy and Klezmer. Great entertainment!
from £595 / event
4.89(63 reviews)
• 96 bookings
'Black Velvet Band' Irish Duo
If you're looking for a dose of "the craig", 'Black Velvet Band' Irish Duo is the band for you! It's a superb night of traditional Irish fun - great songs laced with jigs and reels.
from £395 / event
4.89(63 reviews)
• 96 bookings
Black Velvet Band Trio Playing Irish Folk Music
'Black Velvet Band' Irish Trio gives you a top-quality performance. High-energy musicianship combined with a splendid rapport with the audience guarantees you a great night!
from £595 / event
4.95(83 reviews)
• 191 bookings
"Jingle All The Way" Christmas Duo
"Jingle All The Way" is a non-stop feel-good Christmas show with lots of variety, perfect for any size event & all ages.
from £360 / event
4.95(83 reviews)
• 191 bookings
"5,6,7,8" Country Duo
5,6,7,8 is ideal if you want a fun engaging show to get your guests dancing & singing along. Our years of experience & professionalism make us the perfect choice for any event or occasion.
from £360 / event
4.5(8 reviews)
• 59 bookings
Highly Energetic Irish & Scotish, Ceilidh Band
Create a high-energy and vibrant atmosphere at your next special event with this traditional Scottish Ceilidh band.
from £1,100 / event
5.0(46 reviews)
• 52 bookings
Soulful Female & Male Vocals | Pop, Soul, RnB, Motown & Jazz
Pop, soul, RnB, Motown, and jazz, we offer an extensive repertoire ranging from the 1960s to the top 40. Duo with piano or guitar, we will create the perfect atmosphere!
from £700 / event
5.0(8 reviews)
• 10 bookings
'Upbeat UK' Acoustic Duo with a Huge Selection of Songs
From singalong up-tempo classics at a rowdy festival, to cool mellow acoustic vibes at a champagne reception, the duo are very versatile and experienced and can cater for any occasion.
from £350 / event
5.0(3 reviews)
• 10 bookings
"That DAMN Quartet" Jazz, Soul & Pop Band
Exciting, soulful and versatile – That DAMN Quartet brings timeless jazz, smooth R&B and classy vibes to elevate any event with live music that truly connects.
from £1,100 / event
5.0(11 reviews)
• 25 bookings
High-Energy Celtic Band 'Behan's Footsteps'
Behan's Footsteps have been playing Celtic music for as long as they could walk. We know how to make people dance, and we know how to make them cry!
from £700 / event
5.0(11 reviews)
• 25 bookings
2-Piece Band Playing High-Energy Klezmer & Eastern European Folk
We are highly experienced in getting parties going! We have played at many weddings and know how to tailor our set for each occasion!
from £800 / event
5.0(16 reviews)
• 5 bookings
'Hey Presto' Play Acoustic Music From Jazz to Rock, Opera to Pop
If variety, laughs and quality music is what you’re looking for then Hey Presto is the choice for you!
from £1,250 / event
5.0(16 reviews)
• 5 bookings
'Halloumi Tunes' Band Perform All Your Guilty Pleasures
Formed in 2018 with the aim of bringing fun, dancing, and unforgettable memories to clients all over the UK. Ready to be dance, laugh & sing along with one of the best cover bands in the UK!
from £1,600 / event
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Professional Party Band "Mongrel" For Weddings and Parties
5.0(23 reviews)
• 42 bookings
'Mongrel' is a 2-piece function band duo with a playlist of funky mash-ups and popular covers from the 60s to the present day. 'Mongrel' pride themselves on audience focus and rapport and with a wide range of well known disco, funk, pop and rock hits, but performed in the 'Mongrel way'. Professionalism, musicianship and fun are our core values as a band and we aim to provide the best service possible to our clients, what ever your entertainment objectives.
About supplier
'Mongrel' as a duo has over 12 years of professional experience in events and music with performances across Europe from Lisbon to the French Alps and across the UK. Brought together through a love of live performance, but with a creative fun edge to their sound and set-list.
from £400 / event
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Elegant rooms, set dinner times and clear house rules. Folk-world crossover and refined Latin grooves work beautifully under chandeliers. Save the big brass for the later slot when dancing is the brief.
Boutique festivals
Short, punchy sets and roaming moments between zones. Balkan brass is perfect for moving footfall, while a compact Latin group can turn a food court into a street party without swallowing the stage.
Spaces and how to use them
A good band adapts to the room. A bit of advance thought makes that easy.
Marquees and tipis
Sound carries nicely, weather calls the shots. Secure flooring, taped cable runs and sensible lighting make everything smoother. Afro-Latin rhythms and brass both thrive here. A rug under the kit helps keep reflections warm rather than splashy.
Barns
Beams, stone and character for days. A small sub adds warmth without excess volume, and close-miked vocals keep speech clear. Folk-world crossover and roaming sets feel natural, with Latin energy saved for later.
Stately homes
Beautiful but rule-heavy. Choose compact line-ups early on and keep cabling tidy. A tasteful wash of light and a tight PA will make a quartet sound expensive without being loud.
Festival fields
Plan for power, weather and paths. Battery options and a simple staging footprint keep you flexible if the ground softens. Balkan brass and roaming acoustic groups are your best friends in a field.
What it costs to hire a World music band in the UK
Most professional bookings land between £500 and £1,300, plus travel. Where you sit in that range comes down to familiar levers.
Line-up size
Trios and neat quartets sit near the bottom of the range. Add horns, extra percussion or dancers and the fee rises.
Travel and accommodation
Mileage, tolls and occasional overnight stays are common for rural and destination bookings. We will quote these clearly so nothing surprises you.
Date and season
Saturdays in peak wedding months command more. Midweek or shoulder dates stretch your budget. Festivals usually secure blocks well in advance at agreed day rates.
Set length and schedule
Two 45-minute sets are standard. Extra sets, very late finishes or split-day appearances add cost. If you want a short impact set plus roaming, we will bundle it neatly.
Equipment
Many acts include a compact PA and simple lighting. Larger rooms or outdoor shows may need a sub, extra monitors or power distribution, which we can arrange.
If budget is tight, buy impact over minutes. A tight 90 minutes that lands perfectly beats three tired sets every single time.
Choosing the right line-up for your space
Start with the room, then pick the element your guests will feel.
Small rooms and drawing-rooms
Trios and quartets, close-miked vocals, cajon or light kit. Roaming acoustic trio or folk-world crossover feels premium at conversational volume.
Mid-size barns and marquees
Five-piece bands with rhythm section and a single horn or lead fiddle. Latin party at this scale carries a dance floor beautifully. Klezmer touches within a folk-world set can add lift without extra volume.
Large tipis and festival tents
Add a second horn or extra percussion for punch. Put horns on a small riser so the sound clears heads, keep the front line uncluttered for photos, and run tidy cable paths so no one trips.
Roaming options
Balkan brass or a portable Latin trio can parade guests from lawn to tent, escort a couple into the room, or turn a reset into a moment. Ten minutes of movement can feel like an hour of stage time.
Instrumentation is your steering wheel. Extra percussion increases lift faster than another guitar. Horns create instant theatre. Accordion adds body without eating floor space. We will balance what looks spectacular with what fits your footprint and neighbours’ nerves.
Setlists that tell a story
A great World music band in UK settings does more than play songs. They shape a journey people can follow without thinking about it.
Arrival
Keep it warm and welcoming. Roaming melodies, gentle Latin instrumentals or folk-world tunes at a polite volume. Guests relax, photos look natural and conversations start easily.
Ceremony or spotlight
A refined instrumental for an entrance, or a favourite melody with a global twist. Most bands learn one or two requests with notice. We will confirm keys, cues and timing early.
Dinner and speeches
Stay musical but leave space. Instrumentals with rhythmic colour make service feel smooth. Between speeches, a short flourish brings the room back to life without stealing focus.
First dance or reveal
The band plays your chosen track, then steps straight into a mid-tempo number with a hook that invites the whole room. This is the moment that flips the evening into party mode.
Peak dance set
Your biggest tunes live here. Latin party crowd-pleasers, Balkan medleys, call-and-response moments and a horn walk-through deliver the photos you will frame.
Finale
Finish with something familiar given a global twist so everyone leaves humming.
Sample run-sheets that actually work
A good timetable keeps energy high without trampling the important bits.
Destination wedding
14:00 arrival roaming trio, 30 minutes
16:30 folk-world set during drinks, 45 minutes
20:00 first dance and Latin party set, 45 minutes
21:30 DJ or background, 45 minutes
22:30 Balkan brass finale, 30 minutes
Rural marquee party
18:30 acoustic welcome, 30 minutes
20:00 Latin party set, 45 minutes
21:45 roaming brass burst to gather everyone, 10 minutes
22:00 final dance set, 45 minutes
Stately-home dinner
18:00 folk-world ambient set, 45 minutes
20:45 short showcase after awards, 15 minutes
22:00 elegant dance set, 45 minutes
Boutique festival
Three 30-minute stage sets across the day, with roaming bursts on the hour to move footfall between zones
We will dovetail sets with catering, photos and speeches so nothing important competes with the loudest tune of the night.
Practical planning that keeps stress low
Great shows are built on simple preparation. Here is our standard check.
Power and generators
For fields and marquees, use a reliable, event-rated generator and keep cabling off damp ground. Battery options are brilliant for roaming.
Sound limiters
Common in heritage rooms and some barns. Choose cajon or hybrid-drum options, keep brass balanced, and use in-ear monitoring where possible so you stay punchy without trips.
PA and lighting
Right-size the system. A compact rig and a warm wash make a quartet feel premium. Large spaces benefit from a small sub for depth rather than raw volume.
Stage footprint
A five-piece is happy around 4 by 3 metres. Keep the front line clear for photos, give horns a small riser, and run tidy cable paths to avoid hazards.
Changeovers
If a DJ is involved, agree channels, controller position and handovers. Background tracks through the band’s PA mean no dead air.
Weather and ground
Have covers for instruments, doorstops for breezy exits, mats for soft grass and towels for percussion if there is moisture in the air. Calm plans make happy clients.
Travel and parking
Clear sat-nav postcodes, arrival windows and a parking spot close to the load-in save more time than you would believe.
Inclusive and sustainable touches
Events feel better when everyone is brought in and the footprint is sensible.
Welcoming language
A few friendly intros, the odd bilingual line for family songs and a one-sentence cue before a circle dance make guests feel seen.
Volume journey
Keep it comfortable early so older guests settle, save the biggest peaks for later when people are ready.
Space for spectators
Leave chairs near the dance floor for those who prefer to clap and cheer. Not everyone needs to bounce to feel included.
Greener choices
Battery-powered sets, LED lighting and shared transport for players are easy wins. Roaming acoustic options reduce power without reducing smiles.
Why book your World music band through us
Poptop is not just a party planning marketplace. It is the most reliable and straightforward way to organise an unforgettable event, with support and protection at every step.
Enjoy a truly friendly attitude
You get more than a service. Our suppliers are chosen for professionalism and people skills. They connect with guests and create a warm, engaging atmosphere you can feel.
Plan your party in minutes, not days
Instant, all-inclusive pricing and quick replies mean you make decisions quickly without quote-chasing.
Get an event that is uniquely yours
From learning a special song to blending genres for your crowd, flexibility comes as standard. We lock the details early so you can relax.
Relax and plan without the anxiety
Clear updates at every stage remove guesswork. You always know what happens next.
Find what you need effortlessly
Add your date, guest count and postcode. We present World music bands that genuinely fit your brief and location.
Discover everything in one convenient place
Entertainment, food, photo and video, decor and more. If you want a one-stop build, we will assemble it.
Host a party that will be remembered
We specialise in distinctive options that lift an event from fine to fantastic, so your party feels like yours.
Book with confidence and complete security
Vetted suppliers, a dependable fallback if anything unexpected occurs, and a money-back guarantee. Your booking is protected.
A quick shortlist checklist
When you have two or three favourites, run through this and the winner usually pops out.
Style match for your main moment, for example Latin party for release or Balkan brass for fireworks
Line-up size that suits the room and headcount
Volume plan that respects any limiter and neighbours
Set times that dovetail with food, photos and speeches
Special requests agreed, with keys and cues confirmed
Logistics sorted, including load-in, parking, power, finish time and a small space for breaks
Ready to book your World music band in the UK
If you are set on a World music band in UK settings, we will make it easy. Tell us your date, guest count, postcode and the mood you want at the high point of the night. We will line up the best-fit acts, show instant pricing and help shape a set that carries your theme from welcome to finale. From first message to final encore, we keep it friendly, fast and fully protected. Let’s build a celebration that sounds like the best of the UK, all in one joyful soundtrack.
