Contact details:
01843-821446 after 6pm or email enquires@contrabanduk.co.uk

Contraband, one of Kent's top barn dance bands has played throughout the UK and Europe. 

Please contact us to find out whether we cover your area. We enjoy playing for barn dances, weddings, ceilidhs or any occasion when more traditional music is required. The usual line-up consists of accordion, violin, keyboard, bass guitar and drums (carefully chosen to provide a "full" sound) which combined with our lively tunes sets everyone's feet tapping. Don't just take our word for it, Click Here to see what our customers say. Contraband's repertoire includes traditional folk music, our own compositions, Irish, traditional American and Scottish tunes with many "new" tunes and arrangements being introduced.

"Is it possible for me to hear a demo tape?"

If you would like to hear a demo of the band and your computer has a sound card, you can click on "Play Audio" (below) to hear a short demo track. If you would like to come and see Contraband Click Here for a list of forthcoming bookings.

"I have never been to a barn dance, does it matter?"

It doesn't matter if you have never been to a barn dance as you will be walked through the dance by the caller. Anybody to join in.

"Do you only play folk music?"

Although we are a barn dance band, the type of music is not restricted to traditional folk tunes. We can use Scottish, Irish and American traditional tunes, but clients must consult the band well in advance for any special requests.