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Last update: November 2023
Live music and entertainment is special. We believe that this special quality comes not just from the performers being talented, but also being authentic. With all our music performed 100% live, Charlie and the Funk Factory stay true to the incredible songs and artists we cover and bring an energy that is guaranteed to keep you and your guests up on the dance floor all night long.
When we say we are exclusive, we mean that we exclusively perform for clients that are as authentic in their love for live music as we are and that want to put on an exceptional show for their guests.
To deliver this exceptional show, our party band is fronted by two amazing singers, features a unique four-piece brass section and performs a set of infectious funk, soul and disco classics. Charlie and the Funk Factory is not just a band though; we are a collective of incredibly talented musicians that continue to deliver memorable performances for each and every one of our amazing clients.
We would love to deliver another memorable performance for you.
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Frequently asked questions
What services do you offer?
Ceremony music
Cocktail/Banquet music
Dance music
Entertainment
Audiovisuals
DJ
What is included in the wedding package?
We have carefully curated three package tiers - Diamond, Gold and Silver - which at their core contain a 2-hour performance from one of our party bands with daytime music and production options too
How far in advance should I contact you?
Typically couples book us between 6 to 12 months in advance of their wedding date but we sometimes have availability at shorter notice
What style of music do you offer?
Classical
Lounge
Disco
Jazz
Rock
Latest hits
Pop
Other (Motown, Funk, Soul, RnB)
Type of musical group:
DJ
Band
Duet
Trio
Quartet
Solo
Soloist
Size of group:
Large (7 or more musicians)
Repertoire:
We have a diverse repertoire but specialise in performing the best disco, funk and soul classics
Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?
Both our Diamond and Gold packages include bespoke song requests which couples often use for their first dance
Experience:
Drawing upon a wealth of experience accumulated over more than 10 years in the industry, our packages combine the best of the entertainment options we have to offer
Do you have your own equipment?
Yes
Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?
No
Are you able to travel?
Yes, we are happy to travel anywhere across the UK and internationally
Is there a charge for traveling?
Yes, this is dependent on each location but for events within 2 hours of Birmingham City Centre, travel is included in our quotation
Do you cover more than one wedding a day?
No
Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?
With a team
What is the length of time of the act?
The band typically perform 2 x 1 hour sets of music but are happy to be flexible with our set timings to suit your needs
How much time do you need to prepare for an act?
We require a minimum of 90 minutes in the room where we are performing to set-up our equipment and soundcheck
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?
You can tailor any of our existing packages to fit your wedding plans so please get in touch and we can provide a custom quote for you if needed
What are the forms of payment?
Bank transfer
Served in
Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Gloucestershire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, West Central London and West Midlands
If you are looking for a 10-piece+ function band that will get the party started and everyone dancing - Charlie & The Funk Factory are the band for you! My wife and I are both musicians, so spent a lot of time picking the right band for our wedding and we couldn't be happier with our choice. Such great feedback from our guests too.
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Briony Married on 05/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Fantastic Fun
Charlie and the Funk Factory where a great addition to our wedding day. If you want to impress your guest with live music, this is the band for you!
Joe P. Married on 20/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
the perfect wedding band!
We hired these guys to play our wedding and they were absolutely amazing. They absolutely made our wedding perfect, the dance floor was packed the whole time they were playing and everyone keeps telling us how much they enjoyed it. They learned a few songs for us too, as well as playing backing music my brother could play our first dance. Really flexible, super responsive and helpful. Honestly could not recommend this band highly enough!
Tiggy T. Married on 23/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Best wedding band!
Everyone at the wedding said they were the best band they'd seen - mostly because the band were also enjoying themselves and got everyone on the dancefloor for the whole evening. They looked amazing as well: glittery catsuits, black tie and velvet! We really appreciate that they learned our first dance for us and they took care of everything - we really didn't have to do anything at all. Would recommend them 100% and hope to get them involved for the next significant birthday/friends' weddings!
Ashok M. Married on 03/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Would recommend, no question about it!
We couldn't be happier with Charlie and the Funk Factory! They made such a huge difference to the atmosphere through-out our wedding day, from Charlie playing in the procession on piano, to the band's energy during the reception, which had everyone dancing through-out. We would recommend them without skipping a beat!
The whole process was seamless: Charlie helped us pick the songs, (for the reception, we left it entirely up to him and were not disappointed!) and we were really impressed by how the first dance turned out -- it's a song that's special to us, definitely not popular or well known, but Charlie and the band arranged and played it beautifully!
Thank you Charlie, and the band, for a wonderful performance and many lovely memories.
Henry M. Married on 12/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Would definitely recommend!!
I was a bit hesitant at first as it is quite expensive, I also find the audio for adverts for wedding bands to be a bit too produced and clean sounding compared to the sound of a raw live performance but when it came down to it they were soooo good! Great song choices and very tight sound, excellent musicians all round and the vocalist was also great at engaging with everyone. If you're hesitating to pull the trigger like I was, just do it!!!
Crizzoni Married on 19/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Best decision ever!
Charlie and the Funk Factory knocked it out of the park!! They got the party started and kept it going all night! They were a pleasure to work with and all our guests are still raving about how amazing the band was. We'd recommend them in a heartbeat.
Bryony P. Married on 03/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
A Fantastic Band
Professional, fun and created a fantastic atmosphere. Charlie and the Funk Factory were such a treat and proved a great way to finish off an evening!
Singers and band provided music throughout the day and matched the atmosphere we were trying to create perfectly (from ceremony piano, to evening boogie!).
Can't recommend them highly enough!
Becky Married on 28/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
More than we even hoped for!
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Charlie and the Funk Factory. We went for a whole day package which meant we had pianist for our ceremony, jazz quartet for drinks and then the full funk band for dancing. They are hugely talented and professional musicians and were so receptive to our requests, even adding a few songs to their repertoire for us! So many of our guests commented on how great a vibe they were!
Amelia H. Married on 27/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Party starters!
guys were brilliant - our guests were blown away by the band and Luke looked after us all weekend! Couldn’t recommend more! A talented bunch and great to work with :)
Marketa S. Married on 17/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Great band!
We were so lucky to have Charlie and the Funk Factory at our wedding. From the outset it was great to deal with them, they were so accommodating with the music for our first dance and the arrangements for the day, and when Covid meant we had to postpone and we had to change everything there was no problem.
At the event we couldn't have asked for better - we had a jazz quartet in the afternoon which was perfect for the drinks reception, and in the evening we had a 9 piece band which managed to get all our guests dancing and having a great time after a year without parties! Everyone told us how great the music was and the song list was just right. What was especially lovely was seeing that the band were having fun too and how much they enjoyed playing together. We just wish we could do it all over again!
Charlotte D. Married on 26/07/2020
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Made the wedding!!!
Charlie and the funk factory and amazing!!! They got the crowd going and were just so fun!!! Great set list and awesome playing
