Written by Craig Mitchell of the Funk City Band – Somerset Party Sepcialists

Band Somerset (a.k.a. the reason the dance floor doesn’t survive)

Right. So you’re looking for a Band in Somerset. That usually means one thing. You want live music that actually does something. Not background noise. No! You want people spilling onto the dance floor, shoes coming off, ties loosening, and someone’s uncle absolutely losing it to a Motown classic.

That’s kind of our thing.

We’re Funk City Party Band, a high‑energy live band based near Somerset and playing all over it. Weddings. Parties. Big barns. Small barns. Marquees. Fields. Fancy houses. Slightly less fancy houses. If it’s in Somerset and people want a party, we’ve probably already played there… or we’re about to.

A proper live band in Somerset (not just “a band”)

There are loads of bands in Somerset. Plenty. Masses. But here’s where things start to wobble a bit.

Some bands stand still. Some play safe. Some look great on paper and then… well… don’t quite lift the room.

We do the opposite.

As a Somerset band, we’re known for packed dance floors, constant interaction and music that hits people right in the nostalgia and the hips at the same time. Think pop, funk, Motown, indie bangers, sing‑along anthems, and those songs you forgot you loved until you’re shouting the chorus with a stranger.

Want a small but mighty option? Check out our 3‑piece band. Big party, tight space, and groove that you’ll love. 

Want something fuller? Our 4‑piece line‑up is a Somerset wedding favourite.

And if you want full festival chaos (the good kind), the 7‑piece band comes with horns and a big flex to your friends and family. 

Why Somerset weddings go off a bit harder

Somerset crowds are brilliant. Properly brilliant.

Maybe it’s the cider. Maybe it’s the scenery. Maybe it’s just that Somerset weddings know how to relax and have fun. Either way, the energy is always there – and we lean right into it.

As a band for weddings in Somerset, we don’t just turn up and play songs. We read the room. We switch things up. We keep things moving. We talk to people. We jump down into the crowd (wireless mics are a blessing and a curse).

By the end of the night, nobody remembers what time it is. Which is exactly how it should be.

What kind of events do we play in Somerset?

Short answer? Loads!

• Wedding receptions (our bread and butter)
• Evening parties that turn into something else entirely
• Drinks receptions with live music earlier in the day
• Corporate events that don’t want to feel corporate
• Private parties where someone always says “this band is insane”

First dances, special songs, and big moments

Yes, we can learn your first dance. Yes, we’ll do it properly. No, we won’t rush it or phone it in. Let’s go BIG. 

We’ve learned everything from absolute classics to songs that made us say “oh wow, okay” (in a good way). If it matters to you, it matters to us.

Watch us before you book us (important)

Anyone can write nice words about themselves. We prefer letting the videos do some of the talking.

Head over to our videos and media page to see real Somerset weddings, real crowds, and real dance floors being absolutely worked.

No stock footage. No awkward promo vibes. Just us doing what we do.

So… looking for a band in Somerset?

If you want a Band Somerset that feels human, fun, slightly unhinged (in the right way), and genuinely obsessed with giving you an unforgettable night – you’re in the right place.

We’ve been doing this since 2004. Hundreds of weddings. Thousands of songs. Countless encores. And we still love it.

Drop us a message, tell us about your date, your venue, and what kind of party you want. We’ll take it from there.

Funk City Party Band

Somerset’s dance floor specialists. 

Ready to Chat?
If you’re having a party you probably want a brilliant band that actually gets the vibe and gets people dancing. This is really important to us. If that sounds good— get in touch. We’d love to be the FUN part of your night. If you have a wedding or event we are local to Bath, Wiltshire, Bristol, Somerset and Reading too although we travel absolutely everywhere. *Except the moon*. When people dance too much in zero gravity they have a tendency to float off which can cause problems with our insurance.

Written by Craig Mitchell Funk City band. 9000+ event rocked since 2004 inc. over 600+ weddings. You’re in very safe hands. 

If you want to see more videos of our band there are loads of the different band options on our YouTube page. Enjoy!

Or Simply call Craig on 07754265836 or email info@funkcitypartyband.co.uk 

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