Alive Network Entertainment Agency

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Hi, I'm Gemma Cater 👋
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I love helping couples find that perfect act — the one that gives you goosebumps, fills the dancefloor and makes your wedding feel completely yours.
Hi, I’m Gemma! I’ve spent years helping couples plan the perfect soundtrack to their big day. I know how important it is to get every detail right — from the walk down the aisle to the last song of the night. I’m here to make it easy, fun and stress-free, guiding you to talented artists who’ll make your day unforgettable. I genuinely love being part of those once-in-a-lifetime moments!
Alive Network Entertainment Agency Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£500
Maximum price
£50,000
Our artists start from around £500, covering everything from acoustic soloists and string quartets to full evening party bands, DJs, and show-stopping entertainment experiences. Every quote is tailored to your event, taking into account location, performance times, and the size of the line-up. At Alive Network, you’ll always receive: Clear, honest pricing with no hidden costs Professional contracts and secure booking protection Expert support from our team right up to your big day Whether you’re planning a relaxed rustic wedding or a luxury celebration on the grandest scale, we’ll help you find unforgettable live entertainment that fits your vision and your budget.
Alive Network Entertainment Agency Details

Noise Limiter Experience
Learn New Songs
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Disco Lighting
PA System
Sound Equipment
Dance Floor Hire

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Solo Musician
Function Band
DJ
Jazz Band
Disco
Solo Singer
Ensemble / Group
Agency
Choir

Primary Instrument(s)

Female Vocals
Guitar
Male Vocals
Organ
Bagpipes
Drums
Complete Band
Winds
Harp
Violin
Strings
Piano
Brass
Church Bells

Style of Music

Drinks / Cocktails Music
Swing / Jive
Reception Music
Acoustic
Ceremony Music
Funk / 70s / Disco
Classical
Soul / Motown / RnB
Pop / Rock
Jazz
Latin / Salsa
Ceilidh Irish / Traditional
Rap / Beatbox
Rat Pack / Swing
Tribute
Alive Network Entertainment Agency Full Description

💍 Alive Network – Incredible Wedding Entertainment, When It Matters Most

Bring your wedding to life with incredible live entertainment from Alive Network, the UK’s most trusted entertainment booking agency.

For over 25 years, we’ve helped 185,000+ couples celebrate their big day in unforgettable style — from romantic ceremony music and soulful acoustic sets, to packed dancefloors and show-stopping evening bands.

We handpick and represent the UK’s strongest talent pool of professional live bands, DJs and musicians — all carefully vetted for quality, reliability and crowd-pleasing performance.

Whether your vision is elegant and timeless or bold and high-energy, we’ll help you find the perfect entertainment to match your venue, budget and style.

Our most popular wedding entertainment includes:

  • Live Wedding Bands: From indie rock favourites to Motown, soul and pop showbands.
  • Wedding DJs & Sax DJs: Modern sets, personalised playlists, and optional live add-ons.
  • Acoustic Acts: Perfect for ceremonies, drinks receptions and alfresco celebrations.
  • Classical Musicians: String quartets, harpists and pianists for a touch of elegance.
  • Unique Performers: From roaming musicians to party-starting brass bands and more.

Every booking is backed by expert advice, secure contracts and our dedicated event support team, ensuring everything runs seamlessly — so you can relax and enjoy the moment.

🎶 Incredible weddings start with Alive Network.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Gemma Cater
Hi, I’m Gemma from Alive Network! Congratulations on your engagement — what an exciting time! My team and I are here to help you find the perfect live entertainment to make your day truly unforgettable. Whether you’re dreaming of a packed dancefloor, a romantic acoustic moment, or something totally unique, we’ll help bring your wedding to life with music you’ll never forget. 💍🎶

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1999
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
15
Reviews
(16)
Natasha Bested
Happy couple married in August
November 2018
Made finding entertainment stress free

I browsed alive networks list of entertainment I chose a fantastic DJ but also shortlisted a acoustic duo. When alive network phoned me they didn't try to sell us their most expensive DJ, before I could say anything they suggested the DJ I had shortlisted. There after they made our process easy from signing contracts giving us a time line of when to expect the DJ to contact us and what we should prepare. This was really helpful as we didn't have a clue what was done in these situations. After they wedding they kindly asked us to review and let them know how the day went. From there they have spoken to us about blogging about our big day which has been a pleasure as it's extended the excitement of planning a wedding and being newly weds.

Mr & Mrs Hunter
Happy couple married in October
October 2017
if we had the chance to book Dean again, we would

Everybody was singing Deans praises, there was no bad word to say about him! He made our first dance to Iris a really special moment! In summary, Dean was fantastic and Alive Network were very easy to deal with, if we had the chance to book Dean again, we would in a heartbeat.

Mr & Mrs Simpson
Happy couple married in October
October 2017
So many happy guests!

From the very beginning I've been so pleased with Alive Network and then the band. Good communication before hand, happy to sign the noise waiver with the venue, arrived on time, dealt with the fact we were running late in the schedule - personalised first dance - all amazing. As I'd expected form the video material, the band themselves were brilliant too as I was specifically happy with how good the different vocalists and guitarists were (this is just what I notice most in bands due to my past life!) Would have no hesitation to recommend to others.

Joan Moore
Wedding: September
September 2017
many memories made and they will last a lifetime

I just wanted to say a huge thank you for OL Harp's performance at Simon and Kelly's wedding at the weekend. It was very much appreciated. Her playing and music was excellent.. Everyone was very impressed. There were many memories made and they will last Simon and Kelly a lifetime. I will certainly recommend Alive Network and OL Harp to my friends.

Mr & Mrs Terry
Happy couple married in September
September 2017
BOOK THESE GUYS YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED

We booked Shine On through Alive Network for our wedding in September. We'd seen them play live at a friends wedding about 18 months before, they brought so much energy and excitement on that day at Long Furlong Barn, Sussex. Ian was extremely good with communication over email leading up to our big day at Farbridge Barn, Sussex. He kept us updated every step of the way, asked really simple questions and was able to add to our requested playlist based on the energy of the crowd. On the day, the band set up without anyone knowing they were there. Ian made a personal effort to come and find me to introduce himself and make sure that we were happy before the first dance/set. We had people dancing throughout the sound check and requesting songs thinking it was the actual set! Everyone loved the band, their attitude, the music and standard of music they played to. We've already had a number of friends and family enquiring "where did you find them!?" Thank you so much Shine On for adding that bit extra to our special day! To anyone considering booking Shine On I say, BOOK THESE GUYS YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!

Verity Harvey
Happy couple married in August
August 2017
"I want a second wedding so we can have them back!

If you are thinking of booking a band then book Fraudio, there are EPIC. Not only are they easy to book through Alive Network but they are organised, professional, courteous and awesome live. They sound even better live than they do recorded. Every single one of our guests danced with Fraudio playing, they were a pleasure to have as part of the day. I cannot recommend them enough and already want a second wedding just so we can have them back!

Jacqui Marlborough
Happy couple married in August
August 2017
Alive Network was recommended to us by my brother

We loved Debra Jay. She was polite, well timed and really nice. We would certainly recommend her and book her again. Alive Network was recommended to us by my brother and we would have no hesitation recommending the company either. We felt it was good value for money and what we had chosen fitted perfectly with our style of wedding.

Victoria McKay
Happy couple married in July
July 2017
Complete professionals from start to finish

Just wanted to send you some photographs and write a quick review for Phonographs, who played at our wedding on July 22nd 2017. Originally we had booked another band (not though alive network) that dropped out. Honestly thats the best thing that could have ever happened. Our experience with Alive network and Phonographs was brilliant! We loved how easy it was to find the band and sign the contracts with yourself, then a few weeks before Josh got in touch with us to confirm final details. We absolutely loved the band, and have received many compliments to how good they were. Phonographs are defiantly not your average Wedding band! they are well above that. We really love life music and the band managed to get everyone dancing with their song choices, it was so much fun having them there and they managed to make a intimate gig atmosphere which was so much fun! We were very impressed with the bands version of our first dance song and the band really made the night special! If anyone is considering The Phonographs they should defiantly book them, 10/10 for us! Don't hesitate! Complete professionals from start to finish

Amy Worsencroft
Happy couple married in May
May 2017
We booked Drive and they absolutely blew us away

We booked Drive to play at our wedding and they absolutely blew everyone away! Their sound and vocals were incredible and the songs we chose from their repertoire were perfect! The communication with both Alive Network and directly with Drive nearer the event was brilliant and they accommodated everything we asked them for and seamlessly switched from their live sets to the DJ’ing. We scoured band after band in our search and were very worried about choosing the right band for us but we couldn’t have picked anyone better they were INCREDIBLE!!

Mr & Mrs Manley
Happy couple married in May
May 2017
Great wedding band very professional and personal!

We booked Bandit through the Alive Network for our wedding back in May 2017. Amazing service from them and communication with the band prior to the wedding was really good. With only 6 days before the wedding were happy to learn our first dance song. We had a very intimate wedding 50/60 people in the small barn at Tewn Bury Farm, the band were excellent pumping out tunes from the 80's to present and sounded fantastic! All our guests mentioned how good the music was and i would fully recommend anyone using Bandit. Great wedding band very professional and personal. Thank you to Adam and the guys for helping make our day as best as it could be

Alive Network Entertainment Agency Location & Contact Details
Address
Silk Mill Studios, Princess Street, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 1DD, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs

What is your most memorable wedding?

It’s hard to choose just one! But there was a wedding in the Lake District where the couple surprised their guests with a live gospel choir during the ceremony, then later had one of our show bands burst into a surprise medley on the dancefloor. The joy, the shock, the singalongs — it was pure magic. Those are the moments that remind us why we do what we do.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Energetic. Elegant. Reliable. Joyful. Memorable.

What about your business are you most proud of?

We’re proud to have helped over 185,000 couples and counting create unforgettable wedding moments. Every artist we represent is hand-picked for talent, reliability and professionalism — because we know how much it matters when everything has to be perfect. With over 25 years of experience, we’ve built a reputation for bringing weddings to life with entertainment you can truly trust.

What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Choose entertainment that feels like you. Whether that’s a soulful acoustic duo or a 10-piece party band, your music sets the tone for the whole day. Think about the energy you want — romantic, fun, glamorous, relaxed — and let that guide your choices. And always book early! The best artists get snapped up fast.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

We love when couples ask a band to learn a song that means the world to them — maybe the first song they danced to, or one that tells their story. Seeing guests realise it’s their song as it starts to play is always a goosebumps moment.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

It all starts with a chat — we’ll get to know your vibe, venue, and vision, then match you with the perfect artists to bring it all to life. Once you’ve found “the one”, we’ll handle contracts, timings and logistics so you can focus on the fun part. Our team is here every step of the way, right up to the big day, ensuring everything runs smoothly and your entertainment is unforgettable.

What makes a romantic first dance?

A romantic first dance is about connection, not choreography. Choose a song that tells your story, even if it’s not traditionally “romantic”. A live singer or acoustic version can make it feel deeply personal — slowing everything down for a moment that’s just for the two of you before the party kicks off.

What is your number one floor-filler?

Impossible to pick just one — but if we had to, “Mr. Brightside” never fails to get everyone from grandparents to groomsmen on their feet. For a funkier twist, “Uptown Funk” or “September” are guaranteed crowd-pleasers. Whatever your vibe, our bands know exactly when to drop that song to fill the floor.

Which band from the past would you most like to have been part of?

Queen — without a doubt. The showmanship, the harmonies, the drama! Every performance was an event. That’s exactly the energy we aim to bring to every wedding — music that gets under your skin and makes you feel alive.

What is the soundtrack to your life?

“Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen. It’s the perfect mix of fun, energy, and pure joy — exactly how we want every wedding to feel.

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