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The Knights

From £1,845

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

From £1,845

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Overview

Who doesn't like to party, eh? Well, pretty much everyone and right here we are delighted to have a party band with a superb reputation for rocking dance floors. This is your one-stop-shop to party heaven!

The Knights have been thrilling audiences across the North East and Yorkshire since 2012 and are one of the highest regarded party bands in the North of England.

With a lively and charismatic performance the band bring a festival flavour and an unbeatable party vibe.  The band thrive on audience engagement and ensure everybody (regardless of whether young or old) has a good time.

The Knights are available as a 4 or 6 piece, with an optional 2 piece Brass Section that really adds a sparkle to any event. The quotes on our website are based on the 4 piece line up (excluding brass section, please ask a member of the Hireaband team for more information).

The lineup, calibre and flexibility of the musicians means the ability to perform songs other bands can’t.

Their songlist reads like a ‘Greatest Hits’ of the past 50 years including the most well known songs by artists such as The Proclaimers, Bruce Springsteen, Bruno Mars, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Tina Turner, The Killers, Stevie Wonder, Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams as well as more current artists like Sam Fender.

The Knights are an ideal choice for those people who want good music for a wedding or party, enjoy a good boogie, revel in good times and love a good dose of Rock n Roll!

The band offer: 

  • a Full PA and Lighting System as standard with all bookings

  • Public Liability Insurance  (Certificate available upon request)

  • FREE Disco Playlist for when the band aren’t playing

  • High quality, PAT Tested equipment

  • To perform a song of your choice (such as a first dance or special song)*

  • Optional additional acoustic performances (ideal for drinks reception etc)

  • Optional Manned DJ Service for when the band aren’t playing.

*Subject to terms

We pride ourselves on good communication and solid planning to ensure your event goes seamlessly with no stress. Click on "Check Availability & Price" to get an instant Availability check and quote.

 

Listen

Set list

Mr Brightside – The Killers

Hey Jude – The Beatles

Seventeen Going Under – Sam Fender

Freed from Desire – Gala

Sky Full of Stars – Coldplay

Proud Mary – Tina Turner

Stargirl – McFly

Dakota – Stereophonics

Rein me in – Sam Fender & Olivia Dean

Sex on Fire – Kings of Leon

Never gonna give you up – Rick Astley

Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen

Stacy’s Mom – Fountains of Wayne

I believe in a thing called Love – The Darkness

Don’t stop – Fleetwood Mac

Dancing in the Dark – Bruce Springsteen

Uptown Funk – Bruno Mars

Human  – The Killers

Can’t take my eyes off you – Andy Williams / Franki Valli

Castle on the Hill – Ed Sheeran

500 miles – The Proclaimers

Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

Don’t look back in Anger – Oasis

Wagon Wheel  – Darius Rucker

Valerie – Amy Winehouse

Dancin on the ceiling – Lionel Richie

One Step Beyond – Madness

Let me entertain you – Robbie Williams

Shut up and Dance – Walk the Moon

Common People – Pulp

Summer of 69 – Bryan Adams

Sweet Home Alabama -Lynard Skynard

Twist & Shout –  The Beatles

Yellow – Coldplay

Thinking out loud –  Ed Sheeran

Let’s Get it on  –  Marvin Gaye

Dock of the bay –  Otis Redding

Honky Tonk Woman – The Rolling Stones

Galway Girl –  Steve Earle

I got a Woman – Ray Charles

Heaven – Bryan Adams

Chasing Cars – Snow Patrol

Teenage Dirtbag – Wheatus

Burning Love – Elvis

Sweet Home Chicago – Robert Johnson

Never Can Tell – Chuck Berry

I’m a believer – The Monkees

Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison

Hot stuff – Donna Summer

Play that funky music – Wild Cherry

Wonderwall – Oasis

Crazy Crazy Nights – Kiss

Livin on a Prayer – Bon Jovi

Born to Run – Bruce Springsteen

The boys are back in town – Thin Lizzy

YMCA – Village People

Jonny B Goode – Chuck Berry

You shook me all night long – ACDC

Superstition – Stevie Wonder

Paradise – George Ezra

Saw her standing there – The Beatles

Oops upside your head – The Gap Band

Born To Be Wild – Steppenwolf

Fat bottomed girls – Queen

Hound Dog – Elvis

Alright Now – Free

Sweet Child of Mine – Guns n Roses

Freebird – Lynard Skynard

Brown Sugar – The Rolling Stones

Won’t back Down  – Tom Petty

Thru the Grapevine – Marvin Gaye

DownUnder – Men at Work

GhostBusters – Ray Parker Jnr

Let’s Dance – David Bowie

Kiss – Tom Jones/Prince

Blue Suede Shoes – Elvis

Jumpin Jack Flash – The Rolling Stones

Power of Love – Huey Lewis and the News

Everywhere – Fleetwood Mac

You make my dreams come true – Hall and Oates

Reviews (34)

Absolutely amazing night having this band for our wedding! They got involved, were super friendly & made the night one to remember❤️

We had The Knights play at my son’s wedding reception and I can’t praise them highly enough. Great professionals, great musicians and all-round great guys.

If you are looking to keep your dancefloor full, The Knights are what you need! We recently had them at our wedding and they certainly did just that. Incredible band. Highly recommend. Thank you!

My husband talked me into getting a band for our wedding rather than a DJ and I am so glad he did, these guys were amazing! He was never off the dancefloor (and he never dances!) They have songs to suit any type of guest and they really get the crowd involved. My husband has been in several bands himself in the past, so he loved having the opportunity to play drums along with the band for a song, it made the night that little more special, so thank you guys!

These guys are AWESOME! They played at our friends’ silver wedding anniversary party and raised the roof! The dance floor was filled all night with a wide ranging genre of music. Fantastic and hope we can book them for our special event in the future.

Absolutely fantastic band. Booked for 25th Wedding party and superb. Really good communication beforehand, wanted to know what we wanted but also gave helpful guidance and had pretty much uploaded every song suggestion for DJ set before they arrived. Very professional, really excellent musicians who engaged with partygoers and came out onto dance floor. Which was definitely filled. Brilliant. Would highly recommend and definitely book again. And really nice blokes. Matt is a fantastic frontman but also really good at engaging with us as the party organisers. Couldn’t fault them.

Thank you!

More than we could have asked for!! Couldn’t recommend enough! Great communication from start to finish! Amazing music which suited the crowd perfectly (family wedding.) Made me (bride) very spesh! x

UNFORGETTABLE! That’s how was our wedding day / night with The Knights! The place was BOUNCING! You created the most amazing atmosphere, everyone was having absolutely the best time, your music choices were brilliant and we would have changed nothing! Thank you soooooo much for being such an amazing part of our wedding! THANK YOU❤️

Absolutely outstanding!! These guys played at our wedding and were simply amazing. They played everything we wanted and Matt could sing such a wide range of different songs - all superbly. David (my husband) played with them for 1 song which was just brilliant and they were so supportive to make this happen. We would highly recommend this band for any occasion, such energy and thoroughly nice men. Next party we have we will be booking them for sure

We had the absolute BEST time with The Knights for our wedding. They kept the dance floor filled, engaged with our guests and got everyone involved. High energy, amazing musicians and truly lovely guys!!

What can we say, The Knights, well and truly made our wedding, from booking to the last minute everything was perfect, they absolutely made the evening a real party atmosphere and were really brilliant. We can’t thank you enough for topping off our perfect day ,and recommend anyone who is looking for band to book these guys, thanks again

We were immediately drawn to The Knights after watching their introductory video and they didn’t disappoint! Professional, genuine and keen for everyone to have a good time! Communication was great from day one and they even arrived early to the evening, quietly setting up whilst speeches were being made! We loved having them as our guests for the evening and they put on the best show for us! It was clear they were having a great time too and all our guests had a fantastic time! Thank you for making our wedding day so special!!

Where can I start! This band were absolutely amazing 👏 I had the great honour of helping to organise a 300 person ladies day at Willington Cricket Club. We needed to raise funds to improve the club for the players, children and the community. We also decided to support a local community charity – Angel Trust. Choosing a band that could engage with such a large crowd seemed tough – but looking at videos and reviews of these guys made it easy. This was the first event of this size we had attempted and it was nerve wracking. I had excellent communication with them before the event and they were extremely professional and talked me through all plans in great detail and offered me advice. Organisation on the day was seamless. Took the stress out of it for me that the lads worked with our DJ to run the entertainment. The ladies loved these guys! A great selection of music from start to finish. The dance floor was full and the band engaged with the crowd the whole time. Loved the instruments, good vibes and positivity ✨️ The love of music and passion for what they do really shines through. The music was excellent, the lads being genuine, lovely human beings was a bonus. Highly recommended and can’t wait to have you back. Lots of love. Natalie ❤️

I was lucky enough to become aware of The Knights through knowing their trumpeter, and lucky too that my fiancée was happy to go along with the suggestion that we book them for our wedding evening party. at The Engine Shed, Wetherby, in January 2024. They were an absolute joy to deal with in the planning of the event, and the band were far and away the stars of the evening. They had the whole place dancing and singing all night long with an energy and commitment to performing that was completely infectious. The enjoyment that they showed on stage filled the whole place. We can’t thank them enough or recommend them too highly.

For our wedding we didn’t get a band which was a huge regret of ours. Therefore when celebrating our 10 year wedding anniversary it was a must have for us. Oh boy was that the best decision we made! Matt and the boys were amazing! They knew how to get the party started and were great with the kids. If your undecided get them booked or you’ll regret it. (Psst how they sound on YouTube is exactly how they are in real life…..amazing!)

I hired The Knights for a celebration party we were having. They we’re absolutely fantastic, so engaging with all guests. would definitely recommend to anyone needing a great band! Thanks again boys on behalf of all of holy island !

The Knights are an amazing band, they played for our party at the weekend and were one of the best bands we have come across. They had the dance floor packed all night. They were extremely professional but more than that they interacted with the crowd, the atmosphere they created was awesome, everyone at the party commented on how fantastic they were , they were super friendly and gave 100% all night. Thank you sincerely The Knights.

Would recommend you guys 100% and thankyou all for making Brogan's 21st, amazing!

Such an amazing band. Thank you for playing at our wedding. Everyone really enjoyed it and keep mentioning how good you were. Would 100% recommend to get the party going and everyone up dancing!
Thanks again!

Absolutely amazing band. Thank you for playing at our wedding reception you were fantastic, everyone commented and we have passed your details onto quite a few people.
Big thank you from Louise your new stage dancer 😂

Wow! The Knights were amazing! Communication was excellent especially when we had to reschedule the wedding. They made our day extra special by helping make sure everyone was enjoying themselves and dancing! Great musicians and range of songs. Everyone kept asking about them and where we had found them! I would happily recommend them for any type of event! 😀

Wow where to start...Brilliant group of guys, genuinely passionate about what they do and man they do it so well! Every single message I’ve received today said how amazing The Knights were! The process from start to finish was a pleasure and easy. Thank you for making my 40th birthday so special I can’t praise you enough! Thanks again

(Friend: "I've now got them booked for my 40th and can't wait!)

Wow just wow. The band you got for us they were amazing.. They absolutely made the night everyone was up dancing and enjoying themselves. They even stayed on for longer on the last set.
Thank you so much. Matt was fantastic and the rest of the band. I was gutted I didn’t say bye to them but could you tell them from me they smashed it and I hope they enjoyed themselves and the crowd was ace..
Thank you again. They definitely got the party started. It was amazing from start to finish!

What a wedding band! Did you see my brothers dancing?!? 🤣 You guys were purely amazing, excellent musicians and all round friendly guys. Good communication from start to finish. Thank you

Absolutely AMAZING! They had everyone up on the dance floor, even our one-year-old son was showing them his dance moves. Our first dance was just perfect and a moment we will treasure forever. We cannot thank the band enough for making the night so amazing. They are the nicest guys and go above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. Cannot recommend them enough. Thank you again

Fantastic band for my wedding! Made the night with great songs and having a laugh along the way! Highly recommend.

These guys were amazing at my daughters wedding. They played a variety of music to suit all our guests and had everyone up on their feet dancing the night away. Brilliant

The Knights rocked my sister’s wedding reception! Everyone was on their feet dancing from the first song to the last chord and the atmosphere was amazing. Couldn’t have asked for more.

Thank you for a fantastic night at the Birch wedding last night. Amazing from start to finish and the reason I can’t walk today!! Could not get me off that dance floor!!

I had the pleasure of The Knights playing at a Ball recently and I cannot recommend them enough! They were fantastic to work with from the first moment of contact and always responded quickly. On the night their set list was amazing and performance got the party started, the dance floor was full from the minute they started playing until the end. They played requests when asked and even joined in with a yfc song! Thanks for an incredible night!

We booked The Knights for our wedding and they were a great choice! They had both us and our guests up dancing all night – so much so that perhaps I didn’t spend as much time talking to the evening guests as I should! Oops! A professional service from start to finish, and such a good range of music that there will be something for everybody to get up and dance to. They really made the Evening Reception and would recommend them to anyone looking for a party band that know how to get the party started!

We hired the Knights for our wedding at Slaley Hall. The guys came highly recommend and we have to say that they were even better than we ever imagined!! Communication throughout was first class, the band were very approachable and happy to cater for any requests we made. They even learned a song for our first dance which made the night extra special for us. Performance wise we were incredibly impressed by every aspect. The range of music played was very impressive and sound quality amazing. Having spoken to many of our guests about The Knights I can confirm that every single person had nothing but good words to say about the guys and reiterated how good they actually were!! The sample videos simply do not do the Knights justice. We would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a top quality band who are great to deal with and even better to get a party going.

The Knights performed at our wedding this Summer and they were absolutely brilliant! Everyone, from my friends in their 20's to my grandparents friends in their 70's, mentioned how much they enjoyed the live music and dancing the night away. We opted for the 6 piece band with brass section and loved it! The brass section really added to the party atmosphere and if you're thinking of booking The Knights you MUST book 'with brass' - definitely worth it! The Knights were recommended to us by another well known northern function band, that we'd seen before, and we were thrilled... Matthew & Chloe Jackson

This band really do rock. Fantastic group, well worth a booking. Enjoyed every minute of them playing at my 50th.. Cheers lads!

FAQs

How far in advance should we book?

As soon as you know your date, really. Popular dates (weekends, especially in summer) can book up 12+ months ahead, but we've also pulled off cracking gigs with just a few weeks' notice if we're free. The earlier you lock it in, the more choice you'll have.

How much do you charge?

You can use the instant quote button on this page to get a price straight away — your fee will appear on screen, and you'll also get a follow-up email confirming it. If we're available and you're happy with the price, get back in touch with the Hireaband team to secure the date. It's very much first come, first served, so if we're available, don't hesitate.

What's your payment and cancellation policy?

Hireaband will ask for a reservation fee to secure your date, with the remaining balance due before the event (your booking confirmation will have exact dates and amounts). If you need to cancel or postpone, get in touch as early as possible — the closer to the date, the harder it is for Hireaband to fill the slot, so the cancellation terms reflect that. Full details are in your booking agreement, but the Hireaband team are always happy to talk through the specifics.

What if any timings change after booking you?

No problem at all. We know that timings and details aren't always set in stone at the booking stage, and plans have a habit of evolving as your big day gets closer. We're happy to be flexible around changes to your schedule, and if you decide further down the line that you'd like to add on any extra services, just get in touch with the Hireaband team and they'll sort it out for you.

What should we expect if we've never booked a live band before?

Totally understandable if this all feels a bit new! Booking a band is a big part of your day, so we're here to make it as straightforward as possible. We've performed at countless weddings and events, and the Hireaband team will guide you through every step, from your initial enquiry right through to the big day itself. If you're ever unsure about anything, just ask — that's what we're here for.

Can we see you perform live before booking?

We don't always have public gigs to invite you to (weddings tend to be private!), but we're always happy to jump on a call and talk you through what to expect. A public performance will often be posted on this page too, so it's worth checking back — and if we do have one coming up, we'll gladly send details your way.

How much contact will we have with the band before the wedding?

Hireaband will put you in direct touch with us around 3 months before your date, so you can go through all the finer details together — song choices, timings, any special requests and so on. In the meantime, the Hireaband team are always on hand to answer any questions you have, so you're never left waiting.

How many songs will the band learn especially for me?

We're happy to learn your first dance or a special request. Other songs depend on the time frame given and what the songs are. We're always keen to learn new things, so do let us know and we'll try to accommodate as best we can for you.

Can we choose our own setlist?

Yes, within reason. We have a core set of crowd-pleasers that we know works brilliantly, and we're experts at reading a room and picking the right songs on the night to keep everyone dancing. We're also always happy to tweak the setlist based on your taste — send us a few "must plays" and a few "please avoids" and we'll build the night around them. Just bear in mind that learning brand new songs from scratch (aside from your first dance) depends on notice — see above!

Will you be able to do my first dance?

Given enough notice, yes. It takes a while for us to rehearse a song to the high standards that we set ourselves. If you can give us at least 8 weeks' notice, that should be fine. The song also has to be suitable for a band. If we can't do it justice, then we can put it on an iPod and go seamlessly into our set at the end of it.

How much space does the band need?

This will vary depending on the size of the band and the setup on the night, but we've performed at a huge variety of venues and can comfortably fit into most spaces that have hosted a live band before. If your venue has anything a little unusual about it, we can usually find a way to make it work, so just get in touch if you're not sure and we'll be happy to advise.

How big can The Knights be, and do you have a brass section?

We're available as a 4 or 6-piece, and can add an optional 2-piece brass section that really adds a sparkle to any event — just ask the Hireaband team for details.

How long have The Knights been performing, and where are you based?

We've been thrilling audiences across the North East and Yorkshire since 2012, and we're one of the highest regarded party bands in the North of England.

How long do you take to set up?

We ask for around an hour to set up and check everything is working, but if it needs to be shorter, just let us know and we'll always accommodate as best we can.

How far will you travel?

We regularly perform all over the country, so distance really is no object, but we will require an additional fee for travel and may need bed and breakfast arranged for us. Any price you receive already includes travel costs, so there won't be any surprise extras on top.

Will we need to feed you?

It depends on timings, but generally some hot food would be hugely appreciated. It doesn't have to be anything fancy. Normally a catering company will provide a 'crew meal' as part of their package, or we're happy to have evening food that's already available.

What do you wear?

We tend to be 'smart casual' as in our pictures and video. However, we can be smarter or more casual depending on your event and requirements.

How long do you perform for?

As standard, we provide 2 x 1hr or 3 x 40 minute sets as required on the night, up until midnight. We can play past midnight, but it can incur an additional fee. We are flexible though and will always try to accommodate your requirements. We can also add an additional 1hr set for a small fee!

Do you take breaks, and what happens to the music then?

Yes, we'll take short breaks between sets to grab a drink and catch our breath! During these breaks we'll have background music playing through our own PA system, so there's never a dead moment on the dancefloor. Just let us know if you have a particular playlist or Spotify account you'd like us to use.

Will the band provide a DJ service?

Yes, as standard we provide a playlist DJ service whenever we're not performing — so between sets and after our last set, right up until midnight (or your curfew if earlier). These are tried-and-tested playlists that we've refined over countless events, but you're also welcome to send us your own playlist to play instead. If you'd like a bit more than that, we offer an upgrade to a manned DJ service, where a band member stays on hand throughout to look after the music and take requests on the night.

Can you arrive earlier and finish later?

Our standard on-site time runs from 6pm to midnight, but we're happy to be flexible around your schedule. Whether you need us there earlier for an afternoon slot or performing later into the night, just let us know your requirements and we'll do our best to accommodate — additional fees may apply for extended hours.

Do you offer any optional extras?

Yes! On top of our standard package, we can offer a range of optional extras for an additional fee — things like extra performance sets, a manned DJ service, acoustic sets for your ceremony or drinks reception, and more. Just let us know what you have in mind and we'll see what we can put together for your day.

Do you provide all your own equipment?

Yes, all we need is a clear area in which to set up and a power supply.

Are you insured and PAT tested?

Yes to both. We carry full public liability insurance, and all our equipment is PAT tested annually. Hireaband will send your venue any certification that's required.

Can you work with sound limiters?

Yes. We don't 'love' them, but we absolutely can work within them.

What happens if one of the band is ill on the day of my event?

We have a network of fellow musicians that we can call on to stand in on the rare occasion one of the band is ill. On top of that, Hireaband is the UK's biggest entertainment agency and has access to dozens of wedding bands in your area even at the very last minute. However, we've never missed a gig yet.

Further Info

Line-Up

  • Default Line Up
  • 4 Piece Band:
  • Male Vocals/Keys/Guitar
  • Guitar/Backing Vocals
  • Bass/Backing Vocals
  • Drums/Backing Vocals
  • Additional Line Up Options
  • Sax
  • Trumpet

Booking Add-ons

  • Manned DJ Service
  • Late Finish (After Midnight)
  • Daytime Acoustic Duo
  • Daytime Entertainment Options Available
  • Early Arrival
  • Additional 1hr Set
  • Daytime Acoustic Solo Performance

Provided by the Act

  • PA System
  • Complimentary Unmanned DJ Service (when not performing)
  • Able To Work With Sound Limiters
  • Stage Lighting
  • Public Liability Insurance & PAT Tested Equipment
  • Can Perform Your First Dance

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