Charlie and the Funk Factory

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Hi, I'm Charlie 👋
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As the owner, musical director and keyboard player in the band, I'm here every step of the way to help you organise the perfect soundtrack to your wedding day and tailor an entertainment package specifically for you. Whether you prefer communicating on the phone, on video calls, via email or by arranging in-person visits, I'll always be available to make sure you're getting exactly what you're after.
Charlie and the Funk Factory Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£4,200
Maximum price
£10,000
All of our packages include as standard: • One song request (e.g. for your first dance) • High-end PA system (suitable for up to 300 guests) • Stage lighting (including moving lights and haze machines) • Dedicated sound engineer
Charlie and the Funk Factory Details

PA System
Learn New Songs
Sound Equipment
Take Requests
Noise Limiter Experience
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Smoke Machine
Disco Lighting

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Function Band
Jazz Band
Ensemble / Group
DJ
Disco
Solo Musician

Primary Instrument(s)

Female Vocals
Guitar
Male Vocals
Drums
Complete Band
Piano
Brass
Organ

Style of Music

Drinks / Cocktails Music
Reception Music
Acoustic
Ceremony Music
Funk / 70s / Disco
Soul / Motown / RnB
Pop / Rock
Jazz
Swing / Jive
Classical
Charlie and the Funk Factory Full Description
An exhilarating live music experience, Charlie and the Funk Factory know what it takes to keep your guests up and dancing until the very last second. Performing only the best pop, funk and soul covers, we have captivated countless audiences throughout the UK and abroad, and guarantee to make your wedding day totally unforgettable. The band prides itself on the outstanding level of musicianship on offer. Featuring some of the UK’s top function singers, we provide a range of male and female vocalist options to complement our first-rate brass section. We also offer smaller acoustic groups for ceremonies, drinks receptions and dinners; DJs and playlists for late evening entertainment; and are committed to tailoring our act to every clients’ individual needs. Watch our videos, listen to our recordings and take a look at our set list. Don't hesitate to get in touch and book the band that will make your event one to remember.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2013
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
11
Reviews
(19)
Cat & Spencer
Happy couple married in August
October 2023
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.

Shaun & Emma
Happy couple married in August
August 2023
Great function band!

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.

Matt and Bryony
Happy couple married in June
July 2023
Absolutely 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!

Paul and Marketa
Happy couple married in July
July 2023
'Everyone told us how great the music was'

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. 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.

Sam and Chris
Happy couple married in July
July 2023
'Your band made our wedding'

A huge thank you to Charlie and the Funk Factory. It was our absolute pleasure to have them perform at our wedding. Everything was made so easy, from the organisation and communication with the band to their set up and epic performance. Chris’s Grandma was an orchestra conductor in her younger days and she was blown away by the band - thank you! Your band made our wedding and brought us so much fun and laughter. Thank you once again and we wish you all the best for the future.

Robert and Beth
Happy couple married in July
July 2023
'We could not recommend this band enough'

“We were on the hunt for a band that had the best of musical sparkles which were current and fresh for our wedding reception. This is exactly what we found with Charlie and the Funk Factory. Their enthusiasm and energy throughout the evening was outstanding and our guests could not bear to leave the dance floor. Charlie is the most helpful and friendly musical director and we could not recommend this band enough for any couple looking for top quality music for their wedding reception.

Natasha and Brad
Happy couple married in August
July 2023
'The band were incredible'

"Thank you so so much for everything you did for us on our wedding day! We had the absolute best day, and the band were incredible - please pass our thanks on to every member. The music was definitely our favourite part of the whole day!"

Milly and Chris
Happy couple married in August
July 2023
'You were AMAZING!'

“We cannot say a big enough thank you for Monday! You were AMAZING! Our first dance was just perfect so thank you for arranging that - everyone loved it. We’ve had so many comments about how brilliant the entire band was (and we had a wedding full of pro musicians).”

Liam and Caitlin
Happy couple married in September
July 2023
'You guys killed it!'

Just wanted to say a massive thank you to you and the band for performing at our wedding. You guys killed it! We had so many people come up to us on the night and afterwards saying how good you were, so thank you.

Rebecca and Jonny
Happy couple married in October
July 2023
'Honestly could not recommend these guys enough!'

After playing at my 21st party 7 years ago and seeing what a fantastic time everyone had, we knew we wanted people to just have a good ole dance at our wedding. Charlie and the Funk Factory play a perfect mix of old and new songs, and because they’re a big band, the sound is amazing! Professional from start to finish, they made our wedding night truly memorable. Everyone absolutely loved it, and we wish we could relive the evening over and over.

Charlie and the Funk Factory Location & Contact Details
Address
London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs

What is your most memorable wedding?

We perform at so many incredible weddings and are always blown away by our amazing clients. One of our favourite moments recently was getting to recreate the "Love Actually" flash mob moment, where our brass players stood up one by one at the end of the ceremony, playing a rendition of "All You Need Is Love" by the Beatles.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Funk, soul, disco, pop, motown

What about your business are you most proud of?

We pride ourselves on the outstanding level of musicianship we have to offer, featuring some of the UK’s top function singers alongside our first-rate brass section, so you can realise your dream evening with a bespoke entertainment package. The versatility of our musicians enables us to offer smaller acoustic groups and jazz ensembles for ceremonies and drinks receptions, as well our show-stopping party band, and we are fully committed to tailoring our act to each individual client’s needs.

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

Always add some extra time into each part of your day - things always take longer than you think (particularly moving guests from one place to another)!

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Throughout the whole process we are only ever a phone call or an email away so if you have any questions, please do get in touch! We are there with you from the initial consultation call all the way through to the wedding day itself.

What makes a romantic first dance?

Ultimately, your first dance is an opportunity for the pair of you to enjoy a perfect moment together, accompanied by a soundtrack you can relax and be yourselves to. You may already have ‘Your Song’ lined up; whether that’s literally “Your Song” by Elton John, "It Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" by Natalie Cole, or “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” by Frankie Valli. Our advise is go with something that means something to you - there is no wrong answer!

What is your number one floor-filler?

Livin' La Vida Loca

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

Earth, Wind and Fire

What is the soundtrack to your life?

Songs in the Key of Life - Stevie Wonder
Press & Awards
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