Karaoke took off as a craze in the UK, following an introduction by TV pundit Clive James, who showed film of Japanese business executives relaxing by singing to taped backing tracks in bars. More modern equipment uses special laser discs and disc players for best results.
You can hire or buy karaoke equipment for your own party, from a number of specialist dealers.
Probably the best, and certainly one of the original suppliers is a dealer called Cookies who are located in Stoke-on-Trent. Because they were one of the first to supply karaoke equipment and discs, they have one of the largest ranges of both available, for hire or purchase, and some expert advice on what you will need.
Check their website at www.cookies.co.uk