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Alive Network are experienced wedding entertainment specialist, helping couples across the UK find exceptional live music and entertainment for each part of their wedding day.

With over 27 years’ experience and more than 190,000 events booked, we know the right entertainment brings people together like nothing else, and shapes the moments you and your guests will be talking about long after the wedding.

We’re not a directory - we’re a fully managed entertainment booking service that represents hand-picked wedding bands, musicians, DJs and entertainers, helping you to discover high-quality entertainment that’s right for your wedding, your venue and your guests.

Visit our website, and you’ll find detailed profile pages for all our artists, with nationwide search and instant online pricing and availability. It’s the easiest way to find the best artists in your area.

When you enquire, you’ll be looked after by an experienced wedding entertainment specialist who will guide you through the options, answer questions, and make the booking process smooth and straightforward. They can recommend artists for each part of your day based on your exact requirements, from the ceremony and drinks reception through to your evening party.

Every booking is secured with a legally binding contract and supported by our 24/7 emergency cover, so you can book with confidence knowing your wedding entertainment is in safe, experienced hands.

You are free to liaise directly with your artists over performance preferences, and by booking with Alive Network, you’ll be supporting local independent artists who rely on us to connect with amazing customers like you.

Alive Network Entertainment Agency is based in Newcastle Upon Lyme, Staffordshire, and offers wedding music and DJ services.

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Cocktail/banquet music
Dance music
Entertainment
DJ

What is included in the wedding package?

All artists are self-contained providing their own PA, lighting, PLI & PAT certificates as required. Bookings are covered by a secure contract, 24/7 emergency cover, and ongoing 1-2-1 customer support

How far in advance should I contact you?

Most couples book wedding bands 12-18 months in advance, and for all forms of wedding entertainment we recommend booking at least 6-9 months in advance to have the best choice

What style of music do you offer?

Salsa
Classical
Choir
Lounge
Disco
Jazz
Rock
String quartet
Regional
Spanish
Ethnic
Latest hits
Pop
Folk
Other (Acoustic, Dance, Indie, Mariachi, Motown and Soul)

Type of musical group:

DJ
Band
Solo

Repertoire:

Our artists cover a wide range of music that can be individually tailored to you. We'll help you find an artist that performs the music you love, then we'll help you tailor a set list to perfection

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Yes - most artists are happy to take requests

What's your experience?

We've been booking entertainment for weddings and events since 1999, with over 190,000 bookings to date. We also book live entertainment for business events, hospitality and festivals

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, uK wide and internationally

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, calculated per booking

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Yes

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

With a team

What is the length of time of the act?

Ceremony bookings are usually for an hour, drinks reception and evening parties are usually a 2 hour performance with breaks, and 5-6 hours for DJs. All timings are tailored to you

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

Varies depending on artist type

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Either agreed in advance in your quotation or agreed on the day with the artist

What are the forms of payment?

Card payment, bank transfer or cheque

Served in

Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Cheshire, Derbyshire, East Riding of Yorkshire, East Sussex, Essex, Gloucestershire, Greater Manchester, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Kent, Lancashire, Leicestershire, Norfolk, North Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Somerset, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Suffolk, Surrey, Warwickshire, West Central London, West Midlands, West Sussex and West Yorkshire

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Reviews for Alive Network Entertainment Agency

Scarlet
Scarlet Sent on 11/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

CelloCornwall

We hired two cellists to play at our wedding, and they were absolutely fantastic. They performed across three different locations over 4–5 hours, and every piece was beautifully played. The song we requested was delivered perfectly, and they really set the atmosphere for the day.

Although we didn’t get much chance to speak with them in person as we were whisked away for photos and other things, we want to say how much we appreciated their wonderful contribution. They were excellent value for money, flexible, and offered a great repertoire to choose from.

Truly talented musicians who added so much to our day.
Kat
Kat Sent on 08/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great team at Alive network

Used Alive Network to hire a DJ for our Wedding. Super simple & easy communication. Would use again for future events in the future
Katie
Katie Sent on 07/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Easy to work with

We booked the scoundrels through alive. It was easy to do and really clear what we were getting in the package. The band was incredible and had everyone dancing all night l.
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Paul Sent on 07/09/2022
1 out of 5 rating

Horrendous experience

Horrendous experience. I would not recommend using this agency at all.

They accept no accountability for the artists if things don't go according to plan.
They just handle the cash.

Save yourself £100's by going direct to the artists.
Alive Networks add no value whatsoever.
Cheryl
Cheryl Sent on 18/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect for our wedding

Excellent service and communication with the agent and the artist, with a worry free arrangement to replace your artist should that be needed on the day. It was easy to find our preferred artist, with sample tracks available online. We were given options for the music genres we would like and Lewis performed 3 sets for us, creating the perfect ambience for our drinks reception and wedding dinner reception. Highly recommended
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Julie Sent on 28/08/2021
4.8 out of 5 rating

Flexible and adapted throughout multiple reschedules

The Alive Network team were super helpful supporting us to find our wedding band, providing quotes and ultimately supplying our band New Light. They allowed us to reschedule multiple times due to changing wedding dates and were understanding only charging an admin fee on the 3rd change.
Carolina
Carolina Sent on 05/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great DJ, great service!

We had Antonio Parella as a DJ and he was positively brilliant. He came up with Brazilian music and even Apita o Comboio... Out of the blue just for the Portuguese crowd! Standing ovation!
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