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The NeoRoots Function Band
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Products and Services – NeoRoots Function Band

NeoRoots Function Band is known for transforming weddings into unforgettable celebrations. Based in Portsmouth, Hampshire, this award winning UK band travels worldwide, bringing energy, passion and show stopping performances to weddings of all styles.

Couples working with NeoRoots quickly discover that the band is more than just music. They are storytellers who craft the soundtrack to each unique wedding day. From elegant acoustic sets for ceremonies and welcome drinks to full seven to twelve piece evening performances, NeoRoots creates moments that guests remember long after the last note. Their signature 3 x 60 minute live sets keep energy levels high and the dance floor full from start to finish.

Why Couples Choose NeoRoots

  • Flexible Band Sizes and Full Day Coverage
    NeoRoots offers lineups from solo performers and acoustic duos to full showbands, allowing couples to tailor the music to their venue, style and budget. The band can provide live music throughout the entire wedding day, including ceremonies, drinks receptions, wedding entrances, first dances and evening celebrations.

  • Wide Range of Genres and Medleys
    The band performs Afro beats, garage, reggae, hip hop, pop, R&B and iconic hits from Beyoncé, Lauryn Hill and Sean Paul. Dynamic medleys keep every guest entertained and create a high energy atmosphere for all ages.

  • Podium Performances and Extras
    NeoRoots can perform on podiums for grand entrances or first dances. All packages and evening performances include professional PA systems, band lighting and in house sound engineers, ensuring a polished and stress free performance.

  • International and UK Experience
    Whether performing in Hampshire, London or at a luxury destination abroad, NeoRoots brings the same energy, professionalism and charisma to every wedding.

The NeoRoots Experience

Working with NeoRoots is collaborative and effortless. The band listens to each couple’s vision, adapts to their needs and ensures the live music enhances every special moment from the first song to the last dance. With flexible lineups, a broad genre repertoire, podium performances and signature 3 x 60 minute live sets, NeoRoots provides couples with a premium live wedding band experience that is truly memorable.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Cocktail/banquet music
Dance music
Entertainment
Audiovisuals
DJ
Other (Roaming Band Room reveal performance Private first dance performance Sax & DJ sets Full day wedding packages)

What is included in the wedding package?

The NeoRoots Function Band 7 Piece - Includes: 2 x Lead Singers/1 x Keys Player/1 x Guitarist/1 x Bassist/1 x Drummer/1 x Saxophonist Full PA System/Full lighting System/Sound & engineer

How far in advance should I contact you?

We welcome inquiries at any stage of your wedding planning but most couples contact us 1+ years in advance

What style of music do you offer?

Classical
Lounge
Disco
Jazz
String quartet
Latest hits
Pop
Other (R&B 90s Blues Soul Hip hop)

Type of musical group:

DJ
Orchestra
Band
Duet
Trio
Quartet
Solo

Size of group:

Small (2 - 3 musicians)
Medium (4 - 6 musicians)
Large (7 or more musicians)

Repertoire:

Medleys/R&B/Hip Hop/Soul/Disco/Lounge style/Jazz/Pop/Blues/Dance/00s/80s/70s/60s/50s

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

We welcome song requests and first dance requests but however can not guarantee we will have time to learn new songs during busy times

What's your experience?

The NeoRoots Function Band.... That's us!!!... We are trusted experts in providing affordable luxury entertainment, slicker than your average function band

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

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

No

Can you travel?

Yes, worldwide

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, additional travel fees apply for international flights/transfers Additional travel fees apply for mileage

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?

3x60 min sets

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

We ask for 4 hours load in/set up/soundcheck/pack down/load out

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?

Additional hourly fee per musician/crew member on top of the original booking fee

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer Credit card

Reviews for The NeoRoots Function Band

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Emma Sent on 07/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST NYE Wedding Band

We booked Neo Roots after months of research, as we wanted a band that could offer flexibility across genres and eras to keep all of our guests happy at our wedding.

A band can truly make or break a wedding or party, and it’s safe to say Neo Roots absolutely MADE ours — they were exceptional.

From our very first meeting, the band were incredibly responsive, flexible, and genuinely listened to what we wanted musically. On the day, they arrived early to set up and carry out a sound check, being very mindful of our small venue so as not to disrupt our wedding breakfast or celebrations.

When I discovered that our ceremony venue had a grand piano, they kindly agreed to play during our ceremony at very short notice, which was such a special touch. As for the evening set — what can I say? The dance floor was packed all night. Guests couldn’t believe the music was live because the vocals sounded that good.

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering, a small venue celebration, or a large wedding with hundreds of guests, don’t hesitate to book Neo Roots. You will not regret it. They were truly one of the best parts of our wedding day.

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Eve Sent on 16/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible band highly recommend!!

We were absolutely blown away by NeoRoots! From start to finish, they brought so much energy, joy, and talent to our wedding day. Having the roaming band during our wedding breakfast was such a special touch — they created the most fun and lively atmosphere, and our guests couldn’t stop dancing, singing along, and getting involved. You know you done a good job when the crowd won’t let you stop!

So many of our guests commented on how amazing the band was — they truly made our day. Beyond their incredible music, they were also a joy to work with: organised, flexible, and genuinely invested in making our celebration perfect.

If you’re looking for a band that will not only meet but exceed every expectation, we couldn’t recommend NeoRoots more highly. They helped turn our wedding into the best party we could have imagined!
Thank you so much
Eve & Jack
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Alice Sent on 11/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Function Band

We had the absolute pleasure of having NeoRoots Function Band play at our wedding at the start of August, and we can honestly say they were one of the best decisions we made for the day.

From start to finish, the music was just incredible. We had the ceremony and cocktail duo during the day, which created the perfect atmosphere and set the tone beautifully. Then in the evening, the full band took over and absolutely brought the party!

They even learnt our first dance song, which meant so much to us – it was performed perfectly and made that moment even more special. Throughout the whole process, communication was fantastic – Jess in particular was amazing. She made everything easy, personal, and stress-free.

Since the wedding, we’ve had so many messages from friends and family telling us how brilliant the band was – several people said they’d never spent so much time on a dance floor at a wedding before! NeoRoots genuinely made the evening unforgettable.

We can’t thank them enough and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a band that brings talent, energy, and total professionalism.

Thank you, NeoRoots!
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Amye Sent on 14/07/2025
2.2 out of 5 rating

Unfortunately disappointing

We hired this band for our wedding, and while there were some positive moments, overall we were left quite disappointed, especially considering the importance of the music and the cost involved.

The positive was that once the band got going, they sounded good. A few of the songs we had specifically requested really landed well with our guests and their energy during those moments was much appreciated.

However, a few key issues unfortunately overshadowed the experience.

One was significant delays (partially due to dinner delay and partially due to the band) led to a very reduced set time.
The band didn’t start playing until around 10:30pm — over an hour and a half later than expected — despite previous reassurances that setup could be completed within 90 minutes. As a result, we received only about 1 hour and 20 minutes of live music, instead of the full 2 hours we had paid for.

The freelance engineer brought in seemed unprepared for the venue’s technical setup, despite this information having been shared well in advance. We were particularly disappointed to learn that he hadn’t even been told it was a wedding, and his attitude toward us on the night was unfortunately quite rude, something no couple should have to deal with on their wedding day.

Despite conversations ahead of time about our preferred music style (a mix of modern hits and '90s tracks), the set didn’t really reflect what we had envisioned. It felt static and didn’t adapt to the crowd as we’d hoped. We asked wedding party members twice to ask for the music to be altered on the night with no success. It took the groom to ask again for anything to be changed (not something you want to do on your wedding day). We’d also been under the impression that the singer and saxophonist would be roaming, but this didn’t happen.

We’re not sharing this review to be unkind, but to provide honest feedback for others making a big decision — and spending a significant amount — on wedding entertainment. The band has talent, but unfortunately the planning, communication and delivery didn’t live up to what was promised or expected especially due to the cost.
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Imogen Sent on 30/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

If you are thinking of booking NeoRoots, all we can say is DO IT!! They are absolutely incredible and kept everyone on the dancefloor at our wedding all night! We spent so long looking at so many different bands and when we came across NeoRoots we knew they were perfect for us.

From our initial enquiry right through to the wedding day Tino was brilliant. He dealt with all of our queries, had multiple calls with us and was super helpful in adjusting the timings to ensure everything ran smoothly. The band even helped us with our timings by doing some of the set up the day before the wedding which made a massive difference for us.

And now to their performance on the night...wow!!! All of our guests have been going on about how amazing they were. The set lists were perfect and everyone loved the way the band were out roaming amongst the dance floor! They really got everyone involved and are all so incredibly talented.

All we need to do now is find an excuse for another party! Thanks so much NeoRoots!
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Neil Sent on 11/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The icing on the cake!!

I'm not one for writing reviews but have never felt so compelled in a long long time.
These guys and girls were the centrepiece at my sons wedding and were without doubt THEE most talented group of singers and musicians you are likely to encounter. If you are planning a wedding I urge you to get these guys into your budget. You will not be disappointed. 11/10
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Sara Sent on 28/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Book this band now!

We've booked this band after seeing them perform before and they are just incredible, we get to see them again next month and we are counting down the days, honestly just the loveliest people and unlike any other band we've seen and we've seen so many! their sets are energetic from start to finish, its like being at a concert, a million percent recommended. x
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Louise Sent on 07/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wow, what a band!

I feel I need to shout from the rooftops not leave a review here about the NR band. From start to finish they were an absolute dream, we had them at our wedding all day, we asked them to bring the party and boy did they. The venue described it as the best wedding they have seen! They put their heart and soul in to performing, we danced non stop from the wedding breakfast entrance till the last song, our guests LOVED them, describing it like a concert and wanting to hire the band every month. They made the wedding for us and no one had ever seen anything like it. We can’t thank Jess and the gang enough, we are officially Rooties!
We can’t can’t to have another party to get the band back together 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
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Indy Sent on 01/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Amazing Band!

We hired the Neo Roots Band for our wedding reception after they were referred to us by a friend.

We spoke to Craig and Jess. Both are lovely people and excellent to work with. They worked with us for our set lists and make amazing recommendations.

When it came to our event we hired them as a 9 piece band. They blew our minds with how good they were. Our guests had an absolute smashing time. Everyone loved them.

Overall we found them a delight to work with. Super professional and great people!

I cannot recommend them any higher ❤️❤️
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Josephine Sent on 14/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing and very professional and Jess is just amazing all in all amazing band xox

Fun fun fun all round there so good at what they do make you feel part of there group. So talented what you want you get x bloody amazing 🤩
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Geraldine Sent on 14/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Friendly, professional and fun.

On the rare occasion that these guys have done a public gig, I’ve been there.
They are brilliant!
They get involved in the party and always look like they’re having a blast when they’re performing.
They cover most genres of music and always put together the perfect set list for the event.
They look fantastic, sound fantastic and are all so friendly.
You won’t be disappointed.
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Hannah Sent on 13/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Epic first dance

NeoRoots were incredible from start to finish. From the moment we booked them, we felt so looked after and at ease. They were able to cater too all our needs for our wedding party from speaking to our venue to ensure smooth set up to listening to our taste in music and putting together an incredible set. The cherry on top was learning a song for our first dance, I can only describe that moment as magical. They brought the party and are extremely talented, all of our guests absolutely loved them and talk about it even a year later. Thank you NeoRoots, wish we could book you for every event!! Xxx
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Gemma Sent on 13/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

So much fun..!

If your looking for upbeat live music look no further than Neoroots they are bm highly diverse talented band and truly amazing and so so much fun, yet have a brilliant standard of professionalism. You will not be disappointed if your looking for a live band with a twist or if you are considering one please contact them! Gem.
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Bradley Sent on 13/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent band

Excellent band! Great high energy performance had us dancing all evening! Loved the mashups of songs they do!
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Sherrie Sent on 13/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Very talented and professional

They bring life to any party or wedding with their energy and their love of entertaining.
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