The Milestones | Funk & Soul Band | High Quality Entertainment

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Overview

When you need a band for the big event without compromising on quality and musicianship, if you're wedding demands the very best band possible, you need to hire The Milestones.

The Milestones are a collective of musicians who bring high-end sensibilities to one of the UK’s most exciting function and event bands. Providing a perfect mix of Motown, chart hits, soul and funk, they have the pedigree to ensure an authentic experience for your party.

Offered as a five piece featuring male or female vocals, bass, drums and two of: sax, keys or guitar, and with the option to perform as anything up to a show-stopping twelve piece party band, all with their signature sound.

The band have played at many highly prestigious venues globally including; Kempinski Istanbul (formerly the Ottoman Palace), Burj Khalifa (Dubai), Tivoli Palacio de Seteais Sintra (Portugal), National Entertainment Centre Birmingham, Phoenix 2 super-yacht, The Sage (Newcastle) Four Seasons and Dorchester on Park Lane to name a few.

Collectively, their members have performed and or recorded with the following artists:

Prince, Roy Ayers, Crusaders, Light Of The World, Jamiroquai, Will Young, John Newman, Beverley Knight, James Cotton, Ronnie Wood, KT Tunstall, Dr John, Maceo Parker, Jocelyn Brown, James Morrison, Beverly Knight, Lemar, Ella Henderson, Nile Rodgers and Chic, Maceo Parker, Hamish Stuart, Quincy Jones, Philip Bailey, Sophie Ellis-Baxter, Jess Glynne, Karen Harding, Heatwave, Jimmy Sommerville, Ibibio Sound Machine, CnC Music Factory, Michael Jackson, George Harrison, Eric Clapton, Mike Oldfield, Whitney Houston, David Foster, Greg Phillinganes, Axelle Red, Ms Dynamite, Craig David, Michael Boothm, Lynden David Hall, Sister Sledge, Odyssey, Caron Wheeler, De La Soul, Jean Carne, Tom Browne, Watts Prophet, The Lighthouse Family, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Billy Ocean, Roachford, Amy Winehouse, Jay Sean, Omar, Don-e, Frank McComb, Nona Hendryx, Joyce Sims, Melba Moore and Ken Boothe.

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Set list

MOTOWN

ABC - Jackson 5

Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

Baby I Need Your Lovin - Four Tops

Baby Love - The Supremes

Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch) - Four Tops

Dancing In The Street - Martha and The Vandellas

Endless Love - Diana Ross & Lionel Ritchie

Higher Ground - Stevie Wonder

How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) - Marvin Gaye

I Heard It Through The Grapevine - Marvin Gaye

I Want You Back - Jackson 5

I Wish - Stevie Wonder

I'll Be There - Jackson 5

Let's Get It On - Marvin Gaye

My Girl - The Temptations

Reach Out I'll Be There - Four Tops

Signed Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder

Stop In The Name Of Love - The Supremes

Tears Of A Clown - Smokey Robinson & The Miracles

Tracks Of My Tears - Smokey Robinson & The Miracles

What's Going On - Marvin Gaye

You Can't Hurry Love - Supremes

Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher - Jackie Wilson

DISCO

Ain't No Stoppin Us Now - Mc Fadden & Whitehead

Blame It On The Boogie - The Jacksons

Boogie Oogie Oogie - Taste Of Honey

Car Wash - Rose Royce

Disco Inferno - The Tramps

Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough - Michael Jackson

Good Times - Chic

I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor

I'm Coming Out - Diana Ross

Le Freak - Chic

Let's Go Round Again - Average White Band

Rock With You - Michael Jackson

September- Earth Wind & Fire

Shake Your Body Down To The Ground - The Jacksons

Upside Down - Diana Ross

Young Hearts Run Free - Candi Staton

ROCK 'N' ROLL

CC Rider - Elvis

I Saw Her Standing There - The Beatles

I've Got A Woman - Ray Charles

Jailhouse Rock - Elvis

Johnny B. Goode - Chuck Berry

Never Can Tell - Chuck Berry

Proud Mary - Ike & Tina Turner

Route 66

Shake Rattle And Roll - Bill Haley & His Comets

Twisting The Night Away - Sam Cooke

CHART HITS

Good as Hell - Lizzo

Higher Love - Kygo & Whitney Houston

Promises - Calvin Harris ft. Sam Smith

All About The Bass - Meghan Trainor

Blurred Lines - Robin Thicke

Budapest - George Ezra

Can't Stop The Feeling - Justin Timberlake

Feel It Still - Post Malone

Forget You - Cee Lo Green

For You - Payne/Ora

Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Happy - Pharrell Williams

Havana - Camila Cabello

Moves Like Jagger - Maroon 5

Only Girl In The World - Rihanna

Shake It Off - Taylor Swift

Shape Of You - Ed Sheeran

Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran

Treasure - Bruno Mars

Uptown Funk - Ronson/Mars

FUNK

All This Love That I'm Giving - Gwen McCrae

Brick House - The Commodores

Dance To The Music - Sly & The Family Stone

Get Down On It - Kool & The Gang

Higher Ground - Stevie Wonder

I Feel Good - James Brown

I Got The Feeling - James Brown

It's Your Thing - Isley Brothers

Jungle Boogie - Kool & The Gang

Let's Go Round Again - Average White Band

Move On Up - Curtis Mayfield

Mr Big Stuff - Jean Knight

Papa Was A Rolling Stone - The Temptations

Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry

Rock Steady - Aretha Franklin

Sex Machine - James Brown

Street Life - Randy Crawford

Superstition - Stevie Wonder

JEWISH HORA

Bashana

Choson Kale Mazel Tov

David Melech Yisrael

Freylech

Hatikiva (for toasts)

Hava Nagila

Sholom Aleichem

Siman Tov

Ufaratsta

POP

American Boy - Estelle

Billie Jean - Michael Jackson

Black And Gold - Sam Sparrow

Can't Get You Out Of My Head - Kylie Minogue

Celebrate - Kool & The Gang

Could You Be Loved - Bob Marley

Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

Crazy In Love - Beyonce

Deja Vu - Beyonce

Don't Stop The Music - Rihanna

Faith - George Michael

Hey Ya - Outkast

I Gotta Feeling - Black Eyed Peas

Is This Love - Bob Marley

I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston

Killing Me Softly - The Fugees

Kiss - Prince

Mercy - Duffy

Moondance - Van Morrison

No Diggity - Blackstreet

One Way Or Another - Blondie

Poker Face - Lady Gaga

Rehab - Amy Winehouse

Rolling In The Deep - Adele

Seven Nation Army - The White Stripes

Shy Guy - Diana King

Sing It Back - Moloko

Single Ladies - Beyonce

Teardrops - Womack And Womack

The Way You Make Me Feel - Michael Jackson

This Love - Maroon 5

Toxic - Britney Spears

Umbrella - Rihanna

Valerie - Amy Winehouse

Walk Like An Egyptian - Bangles

Waterfalls - TLC

Word Up - Cameo

You Can Call Me Al - Paul Simon

You Got The Love - Florence & The machine

Reviews (22)

The Milestones were simply incredible. They learned our first dance which was brilliant and they played absolute floor fillers all night, our guests couldn't stay off the dance floor. Would highly recommend!

The Milestones were amazing! Aside from being completely professional, they were so good at figuring out the crowd on our wedding night - our guests kept commenting on how much they were enjoying them and the song choices! We had so much fun, couldn't recommend them more

The Milestones were absolutely amazing!!! They really made the evening of our wedding so much fun. They sounded incredible, were so friendly and put on such a fantastic show. I would highly recommend the Milestones and want to thank you so much for really making our wedding so epic. So many of our guests were commenting on how great you were! Thanks again.

Best band ever! Can’t recommend them enough! Got everyone dancing all night! Thank you for making our wedding!

Very professional outfit

The Milestones were fantastic – they blew us away with their music! They were every bit as professional and entertaining as I expected and were a lovely bunch of people too.
I think they enjoyed themselves as much as we did!

We just wanted to say a huge thank you – you were extremely professional, ringing prior to the event to check a few details, setting up quickly and quietly on the day.
Your performance was brilliant and had everyone up dancing. We loved the range of music, especially our chosen first dance.

It was the best decision ever to book them. They totally made our night and all our guests have commented on how fantastic they were!

In one word – AMAZING! I wanted to write a testimonial, so in just a few words… The Milestones were absolutely fantastic! From start to finish all our wedding guests were up dancing and can’t stop talking about the party and music!
By far they exceeded our expectations and completely made the party one to remember!

Just a quick note to say thank you to the Milestones for performing at our wedding. They were AMAZING! The dance floor was full right from the first dance to the last, they had everyone boogying the whole night long.
I put my complete trust in the band and had only requested a couple of songs and they sure delivered. So many guests commented to us about how good the band were and how they had the dance floor full the whole time. The Milestones are such a friendly and talented group.
The whole process has been stress free and professional and we would like to thank the band and everyone involved for helping to make our wedding truly one to remember.

Our of our regular acts, always do a great job

I just wanted to say how absolutely AMAZING The Milestones were at our wedding!!! It was the best decision ever to book them...

Our most memorable Christmas party by far

"The best band we've had over from the UK"

You'll always be our first call for any special event

One of our most popular bands

Superb music - please put the date in the diary again for next year

We wanted to say a massive thanks for organising the band.....they were AMAZING!!!!!

I just wanted to express our gratitude to The Milestones for the amazing set that they played on our wedding.

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to the band for playing at our wedding on Saturday, they were amazing!

You were extremely professional - ringing prior to the event to check a few details, setting up quickly and quietly on the day. Your performance was brilliant and had everyone up dancing. We loved the range of music especially our first dance.Hayley Wood - Wedding at Brooksby Hall, Melton, Leicestershire

They capture the heart and soul of Motown but somehow manage to make it current and relevant for a modern crowd - AMAZING! I was concerned that picking a band of quite a specific genre, we might be limiting some of the guests who may not be familiar with the tunes...However, the opposite was the case.Sara & Max's Wedding - Leigh Court, Bristol

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.

What line-up options do The Milestones offer?

We're offered as standard as a five-piece featuring male or female vocals, bass, drums and two of sax, keys or guitar, with the option to scale up to a show-stopping twelve-piece party band, all with our signature sound.

What kind of music do The Milestones play?

We provide a perfect mix of Motown, chart hits, soul and funk, bringing high-end musicianship to one of the UK's most exciting function and event bands.

What kind of experience do The Milestones have?

We've played many highly prestigious venues globally, and collectively our members have performed and recorded with a huge range of well-known artists, so you can expect a genuinely authentic, professional experience.

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
5 Piece Standard:
Male or Female Vocals
Bass
Drums
Sax or Keys or Guitar
Sax or Keys or Guitar

Additional Line Up Options
Horns
Multiple Additional Vocals
Percussion

Performance Times

2 x 1hr or 3 x 40 Minute Sets

Booking Add-ons

Additional Male Vocals
Horn Section
Late Finish (After Midnight)

Additional Female Vocals
Early Arrival
Daytime Entertainment Options Available
Daytime Jazz Ensembles Add-on

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

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