The B-Sides are a 4 piece professional wedding & function band from the North East (UK), we play events most weekends all over the the area bringing together decades of performance and technical experience between us.
"The feedback we have had for you guys is brilliant by the way mate,
Honestly credit where credit is due and Would you play for us again?"
BACK IN THE USSR - THE BEATLES
PARK LIFE - BLUR
TAKE ON ME - AH-HA
500 Miles - THE PROCLAIMERS
YOU SHOOK ME ALL NIGHT LONG - AC/DC
YOU REALLY GOT ME - THE KINKS
SUPERSTITION - STEVIE WONDER
WISHING WELL - FREE
BORN TO BE WILD - STEPPENWOLF
YOU CANT DO THAT - THE BEATLES
DISCO 2000 - PULP
MMMBOP - HANSON
SOMEDAY - THE STROKES
GO YOUR OWN WAY - FLEETWOOD MAC
PARADISE - GEORGE EZRA
NOT 19 FOREVER - THE COURTEENERS
HYPERSONIC MISSILES - SAM FENDER
SEVENTEEN GOING UNDER - SAM FENDER
PURPLE RAIN - PRINCE
HERE I GO AGAIN - WHITESNAKE
I BET THAT YOU LOOK GOOD ON THE DANCEFLOOR - ARCTIC MONKEYS
STILL INTO YOU - PARAMORE
MR BRIGHTSIDE - THE KILLERS
BELTER - GERRY CINNAMON
IRIS - THE GOO GOO DOLLS
HELP - THE BEATLES
ROCK & ROLL STAR - OASIS
GREAT BALLS OF FIRE - JERRY LEE LEWIS
JOHNNY B. GOODE - CHUCK BERRY
TELL HER ABOUT IT - BILLY JOEL
TEENAGE KICKS - THE UNDERTONES
STUCK IN THE MIDDLE WITH YOU - STEALERS WHEEL
TWIST & SHOUT - THE BEATLES
SIT DOWN - JAMES
LIVE & LET DIE - WINGS
DOES YOUR MOTHER KNOW - ABBA
MAMMA MIA - ABBA
I BELIEVE IN A THING CALLED LOVE - THE DARKNESS
ALL THESE THINGS - THE KILLERS
CHELSEA DAGGER - THE FRATELLIS
ROCKIN' ALL OVER THE WORLD - STATUS QUO
Will you play music/DJ between sets
A.Yes we are happy to play music for you between our sets or DJ after we have finished.
How much do you charge
A.This very much depends on where your event is and what is required, send us a message and we'll give you an accurate quote.
Do you play requests
A.We will try and play any requests we are asked to do, it's not always possible, but we try..
Can you provide PLI & PAT certificates?
A.We can obtain, PLI (Public Liability Insurance) and PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) certificates, but please make sure you ask for these at least three months before the event in case any certificates need to be renewed.
Our venue uses a sound limiter - is this a problem?
A.Sound limiters or meters are designed to restrict the amount of noise a band can create during their performance, and more and more venues are using them. We are happy to work with a sound limiter set at approximately 92db or higher, but always prefer these to be switched off during the performance. This is because most sound limiters work by cutting off the power to the band when the band or the crowd’s applause exceeds a certain volume, which can damage band equipment. If your venue uses a sound limiter, let us know the decibel limit, and we’ll work our best at that volume level.
How much power will you need?
A.We won't require won’t more than 5 kilowatts (5000 watts), and usually use a lot less than this. We will need need at least two independent, domestic-style 13-amp plug sockets.
How much space will you need?
A.As a guide we will need a stage space measuring approximately 4 metres wide and 3 metres deep.
Can you visit the venue in advance?
A.Due to our busy schedules we are unable to visit a venue in advance, However, as long as there's a flat, level surface to play on, sufficient space as detailed in the contract and standard domestic plug sockets we are happy to play almost anywhere and there shouldn't be a problem.
When will the you arrive?
A.Performing in the evening we would usually arrive and set up from around 5pm or 6pm.
How long will it take to set up your equipment?
A.About 90 minutes to load into the venue, set up and soundcheck.
You can book The B-Sides to kick off your wedding or private party, we'll bring all our gear, PA, lighting and we can even DJ until the event closes if requested.
The B-sides spend most of the year entertaining in various venues around the North east, usually playing 2x45 minute sets, get in touch to chat about your event