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Acts based in Greater Manchester
10cc
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Pop Rock Band
Among the most inventive and influential bands in the history of popular music, 10cc are one of the very few acts to have achieved commercial, critical and creative success in equal measure.
19 gigs listed
5th Element
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock
5th Element are one of the best rock bands in the North West.
High quality, high energy, and with a killer set list to boot, we work hard and play hard to get the audience going and to make sure each gig is a pro performance. We always give 110% to keep you shakin’ all night long!
Adamson Military Band
Dukinfield, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Wind Band
The Adamson Military band is a voluntary wind band which was established in 1888. Based in Dukinfield in the North West of England it continues to serve Manchester and the North West.
1 gig listed
Aerial Salad
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Punk
Aerial Salad Is a punk band that formed in 2016, at the time they formed after Jamie and Jack returned from The FEST in Florida, They gave up their old pal Mike a call, and Aerial salad had their first practice, The goal was to play the very festival that had re-ignited this desire to play music for the Spicy Salad Bois, a goal that somehow at the ages of 19 19 17 they achieved
All Star Jam featuring Dreamer
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Join In Event
The Matt & Phreds ALL STAR Jam is hosted by one of the most exciting young Manchester bands, DREAMER.
Alongside DREAMER, we will be inviting Guest Musicians to join the band and Jam with anyone who wants to take part.
This Jam has become very popular with musicians and audiences alike. Their musical repertoire is infectious. We reckon everyone will be partying and joining in like it’s a Saturday night not a Monday!
Apollo Saxophone Quartet
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classical
Since 1985, the Apollo Saxophone Quartet has been at the forefront of the contemporary music scene - commissioning, collaborating, recording and performing all over the world. Their repertoire includes classical, jazz, folk and world music influences.
Armadillos
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Americana / Roots
Formed over 20 years ago The Armadillos perform Americana roots Good Time music.
Blues, Western Swing, Rock and Roll.
It has been said that we retain our true personality, whilst still serving the cause of the material that we play.
“Your Ears will be smiling”
Assembly Point band
Oldham, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie-Punk band
Manchester lads out for a gooden. Playin' the best tunes to come out of town and writing some half decent ones along the way.
Avazad Duo
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Fusion
The duo explores the interaction of western and oriental instruments, performing at weddings and events and exploring alternative interpretations of traditional music, making it relevant to the current times and reach out to new audiences.
BAND of COVERS
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock, Indie, Pop
Not your average function band
Banned from Hyde
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : post punk/indie
4 piece Post punk / indie covers band.
Barbarian Hermit
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Doom/Sludge/Stoner/Riffage/Desert
An irrepressible groove machine-Ghost cult
Bax Rafter
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Alternative New Wave
We are a 4 piece alternative new wave band performing covers by The Stranglers, Gary Numan, The Cure, Elvis Costello, Magazine, Killing Joke, Joy Division, PiL, XTC etc. Keyboards gives us an authentic sound not usually seen in 'pub bands' and an impressive DMX light show.
Besses Boy's Band
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
The world famous Besses Boys' Band are a 2nd Section brass band based in Manchester, North West England. Established in 1943 we are a local band providing music services to the local community and beyond for 75 years.
Bethany Black
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Stand Up Comedian
'Britain's only goth, lesbian, transsexual comedian'
1 gig listed
Bethlehem Casuals
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Groove
Bethlehem Casuals combine a world of influence, heavy grooves and tribal drum circles all with a distinctly urban twist of folk rock to create urban rock styled DIY world music
Better Reality
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Party D-Beat Noise
Party D-Beat Noise from Manchester/Sheffield
Beyond Midnight Band
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock, Pop, Disco, Soul
Professional, experienced 4 piece rock/pop covers band based in Greater Manchester playing popular songs from across the decades.
Bigfoot
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Chug Rock
Bigfoot are a 5 piece Hard Rock band. Formed in the spring of 2014
Billyclub
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Punk Hardcore..relentless!
Brutal hard n Fast plenty of singalong chorus lines and a strong melodic feel to the tunes, down to earth and straight to the point
Black Rose
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Thin Lizzy Tribute
Described by legendary music journalist Mick Wall as "Easily the best Thin Lizzy Tribute act going". Black Rose, Thin Lizzy Tribute are a four piece outfit who faithfully recreate the energy and power of one of the greatest live bands of all time!
4 gigs listed
Black Zeppelin
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Black Sabbath / Led Zeppelin Tribute
Playing the songs of Black Sabbath, Budgie and Led Zeppelin.
Blackley Band
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
Blackley Band is a 4th section contesting brass band based in North Manchester.
Blind Tiger
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classic Rock & Pop
Playing Your Favourite Classic Rock & Pop Covers
Blues Jam Led By Franny Eubank
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Blues / Join In
Our resident band will jam the night away with players of any standard, so bring your guitars, mouth organs, sticks or vocal chords and play the blues. Just seek out Franny when you arrive and he will give you the lowdown on how it works. All welcome to join in or kick back and watch the players in action!
Bones Shake
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Scuzz Blues
A scuzzed fuzzed blues three piece from Manchester.
Bridgewater Blues Band
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Blues
Four piece uptempo Chicago and British blues style band.
Brokli
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Funk, Disco, Soul,
A showman who brings floor shaking time music in the shape of 80's pop, rare groove, disco and flamboyant funk.
Bullets and Bourbon
Bury, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Blues Rock
We are a 5 piece blues band playing raw unique, energetic and gritty blues covers and originals.
Bullfrog
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Blues/Rock Covers
Bullfrog are a new blues band, sounding like a 100 foot tall Muddy Waters laying waste to entire cities after being bitten by a radioactive lizard, and are on a mission to play the heaviest, gnarliest blues that has ever rocked the North West!
Callout
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Covers
3 Piece covers band.
Carnival Club
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock and roll
For any rock music fan it’s a source of total pleasure to come across a great young band that not only can rock out and play some great songs, but look the part and pretty good into the bargain!
Charlie Cooper and The CC's
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Soul
Charlie Cooper is more than just your average blue-eyed soul singer.
She is captivating audiences as well as the professional ears of the likes of Jools Holland and Craig Charles with her formidable song writing.
Clouds Harp Quartet
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Folk
Professional harp quartet available for recitals, concerts, workshops and any events/functions.
Constance Loners
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Jazz
Think Jingly Jangly Dancy tunes with a talented songwriter's magic
Contact
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Pop / Rock
We are a four piece covers band with a vast amount of experience gained from live shows throughout the North West of England. We offer a wide and varied repertoire of songs - everything from The Beatles, The Police, The Jam and The Kinks, through to Marvin Gaye, Sam and Dave, right up to The Cure, The Kings of Leon, The Killers..........and much more besides.
Covered in Punk
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Punk Rock
We cover well known non-punk songs in our own upbeat punky style. Covering your favourite artists in our punky goodness. Guaranteed to get you bouncing.
Crafty Dog
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock
Four piece rock band.
Critical Reaction
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock / Indie
Formed in late 2015, Critical Reaction are a 4 piece band from the north of England.
Denton Brass
Denton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
We are a 4th section brass band located to the southeast of Manchester city centre (M60 J24), in the town of Denton, Tameside. We are a non-profit making organisation, providing music to the community.
Digging For Apples
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie Rock
Feel-good indie rock to keep the doctor away...
Dolphin Centre
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie
Alternative 5 piece.
Dominic Halpin and The Honey B’s
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Swing
Dominic Halpin & The Honey B’s provide the best in live music for Corporate Entertainment, Weddings, Private Parties, Functions and Special Events, specialising in an array of genres and package options – tailored to suit your event needs and budget.
Don't Fret
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Acoustic Indie Punk
We are a four piece Alternative Indie Rock band based in Manchester, creating our own sound by experimenting with many different styles of music.
Drew Selby
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie
Sorry, We don't currently have any further information about this act.
Eagley Brass Band
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
A second section brass band from the hills North of Bolton.
Elizabeth Phillips
Oldham, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classical, Music Theatre, Popera and Big Band
Oldham based lyric Soprano, Elizabeth Phillips, is best known for her clear, yet rich sound. Her incredibly emotive performances ensure that she is a huge hit with audiences throughout the North West.
Ellis Johnson
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Acoustic Guitar and Vocals
He plays as a solo guitarist/vocalist all up and down the isles. His husky yet soulful voice compliments his acoustic arrangements of great songs, and his versatile repertoire spans many eras and will suit any occasion.
Exist The Fall
Bury, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock
Playing hard hitting original tracks with a variety of covers.
Eye Licker
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Hardcore Punk
Manchester hardcore punk with other bits thrown in so we don't get bored
Farfisa
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Psychedelic Rock, Space Rock, Fuzz, Experimental
Wavy, fuzzy, sitar-infused psychedelic four-piece hailing from Manchester England.
Feel Good Inc
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Covers Band, Pop, Rock, Motown, Ska, Indie
Professional party band available for all your event needs.
Formula2
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Vocal & Guitar Duo
Formula 2 are a Rochdale based playing with customised backing tracks.
Gaynor Wilson and Paul McGladdery
Saddleworth, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Singer Songwriters
Gaynor and Paul met through fellow musicians. After initial rehearsals, they realised their voices blended well together and that they shared a common goal to promote their original songs rather than plough the well worn furrow of covering famous songs. They decided to join forces to enhance the reputations and audiences they had built as both solo artists and working with bands. Their strong friendship shows in their performances, which are witty, heartfelt and a feast of original material.
George Capon
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Singer-Songwritter
Making a name for himself in the city’s thriving music scene with his infectious blend of indie rock guitar riffs and unforgettable melodies.
Ghosts Of Social Networks
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie Rock
Manchester artist Ghosts of Social Networks has been turning heads since arriving on the UK music scene with the likes of 6Music’s Steve Lamacq and Amazing Radio giving the singles a spin. GOSN is a one man outfit in the form of Nathan Till joined by full time backing band members Ben Dargue (drums) and Andrea Gobbi (bass).
Taking inspiration from new wave artists as well as Nick Cave and The National, Nathan makes music that sounds classic yet new and innovative, offering a fresh perspective on song writing craftsmanship.
Glam 45
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : 70's Glam Rock
Formed in 2012 by current and former members of John Rossall's Glitter Band, Smashed, The Stiffs and Sweet Addiction, Glam45 try to give as authentic a 70's Glam Rock Experience as possible, with renditions of classic 70's Glam and Glitter tunes and with original 70's Glam Rock outfits and modern reproductions of classic 70's Glam Rock styles.
1 gig listed
GoGo Penguin
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Piano Trio
GoGo Penguin have been internationally hailed as electrifying live performers, innovative soundtrack composers, and as a collective who channel electronic and club culture atmospheres alongside, minimalist jazz and rock influences to create music that pulses and flows from the dancefloor to meditative inner-worlds, transporting us into brand new realms.
1 gig listed
Golborne Brass
Lowton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
We are a 3rd Section Brass band located between Wigan and Warrington providing entertaining concerts all round the Wigan, Leigh and Warrington area.
Graham Holly
Romiley, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Buddy Holly Tribute
Graham Holly not only looks similar to Buddy Holly but he is the closest that you are ever likely to hear when it comes to a Buddy Holly sound alike! That’s a bold statement to make, but you don’t have to take our word for it. Just compare his pictures and vocals with those of other tribute artistes and see for yourself!
Groovy Revolution
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Party Band
Groovy Revolution are a brilliant, dynamic five piece party and wedding band ideal for any venue/occasion. We perform the best party tunes from the 60's to present day, incorporating anything from the Jackson 5 to Maroon 5, with the emphasis on energy and fun. Based in Cheshire and Manchester, our professional musicians have extensive experience nationally and overseas playing live music at corporate functions, weddings, parties, bars, clubs, hotels and universities.
Guns Or Roses
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Guns n Roses Tribute
Guns N Roses Tribute Band based in The North West / Yorkshire.
3 gigs listed
Hawk Green Brass Band
Marple, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
We are a friendly and lively brass band in Marple, Stockport and we are currently competing in the 3rd section.
1 gig listed
Haze
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie / Pop / Rock
A band from north west UK, Wigan.
Mike and Sam formally of 10th Fret have 'evolved' into a new full band!
Hazel Grove Brass Band
Hazel Grove, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
A 2nd Section Brass Band based in Stockport (NW England), we rehearse on Thursday Evenings from 19:45 - 21:45. Musical Director: Nigel Beasley
1 gig listed
Henry Botham
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : New Orleans Piano
Henry Botham is a band member in both The Nightcreatures and Mr. Wilson's Second Liners. Two great big bands who are always very popular. Performing solo he recreates the New Orleans style piano sounds with ease.
Heroine
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Alternative Rock
Alternative rock with heavy riffs and soaring vocals.
Hey Pixies
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Pixies Tribute
Hey Pixies are the UK's most gigantic Pixies tribute band.
Formed late 2015 in Manchester by four talented musicians who have each previously notched up many gigs with original and other cover bands. The guys (and gal) came together through their shared love of the Pixies.
1 gig listed
Idle Hours
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie Pop
Blending catchy, surf pop influenced sounds with hard-hitting,
down to the bone lyrics, Idle Hours are ready to take on Manchester’s finest
1 gig listed
Imposter
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock / Pop Covers
IMPOSTER are a five piece rock/pop covers band from the North West, playing a wide variety of music from the 60’s through to the current day. The band have been together for many years and have a vast experience of playing the full spectrum of gigs from pubs and clubs right through to weddings and corporate events.
Incisions
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Punk Rock
We were a gorgeous 4-piece punk band from Manchester who collectively agreed on everything that you could ever imagine.
Ingested
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Slamming Death Metal
Mancunian slam crew INGESTED have built a reputation as one of the most savage death metal acts to come out of the UK for a long time.
Jake Spicer
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Acoustic / Folk / Blues
Jake Spicer is a modern folk tale, told bold, with all the hallmarks of a free Troubadour. With talent spanning the singer songwriter genre, his gritty yet sweet vocal performances suffuses into some sublime guitar work, with a depth belaying the youthful geezer.
James Bagnall
Bramhall, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Instrumental Piano
James Bagnall is a classically trained musician, writing modern piano music with strong harmonies and intimate melodies. During his studies of music at Huddersfield University, James took inspiration from the lyricism of Chopin and the modern-day works of Nils Frahm and Olafur Arnalds. James has an improvisational style, attempting to recreate his music on stage, while taking in the ambience of the setting.
James Norton
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Neil Diamond Tribute
As one of the countries brightest new talents, James Norton amazes audiences with a superb combination of classic big band swing and modern contemporary Jazz. He is also known for being the No 1 Neil Diamond tribute in the UK.
Jane Doe
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Psychedelic/Alternative Rock
Psychedelic/Alternative Rock Band mostly from Manchester.
Jane Weaver
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Singer Songwriter and Guitarist
Abusing, evading, and obliterating 20 years of whimsical pop trends, Jane Weaver's experience as a truly independent and resilient songwriter and sound-carrier commands respect and inspiration in equal measures.
Jazz Jam Led by Johnny Hunter
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Jazz / Join In
an open invitation to all local Jazz musician's to come and jam with the house band, led by Johnny Hunter. The now infamous Matt & Phred's Jazz Jam has attracted the likes of Chuck Perkins, Lonnie Liston Smith and his Band, and Benn Clatworthy, as well as members of the Riot Jazz Brass Band, GoGo Penguin and the Beats & Pieces Big Band. This is a chance to see a diverse section of musicians from the North-West and beyond play impromptu sets together, don’t be surprised if you see a few well known faces on the stage.
Jeramiah Ferrari
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Reggae/Indie/Pop
Jeramiah grew up on a diet of Bob Marley, The Police and Michael Jackson. Expect a great calypso-ska style dancing party at any Jeramiah Ferrari Show!
2 gigs listed
Joe Astley
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock 'n' Roll
Joe Astley is a singer-songwriter and proffessional musician based in the North-West of England. He grew up in Wigan and spent many years performing rock 'n' roll music in the local pubs and clubs.
Jordan and The Inkblots
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Covers
Playing Cool Vibes and Trendy Covers.
Kosmonauts
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Alternative/ Indie Rock
Adhering to their name, indie quartet KOSMONAUTS are a Manchester based band whose stellar singles are demonstrating them as an emerging act in the North West scene, with songs transporting fans up and beyond.
Kringer and the Battle Katz
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Hardcore - Metal - Groove - Idiots
Formed in late 2014 and going from strength to strength since. Combining a mixture of thrash metal, hardcore, punk, ska and funk, groove metal and a whole lot of sleaze, bounciness and idiocy it's difficult to pigeon hole the BKZ into one catergory but it's idiotic and it's nice on the head craters we believe it's a truly individual mix of pure energy, madness and aggression. Come one come all and join the BKZ Khaoz kitten barmy army!
Kyla Brox
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Blues, soul, jazz
The daughter of blues singer Victor Brox, Kyla started singing on-stage at the age of 12 and has several albums to her name, including the band triumph Coming Home (2004) and the stripped and sensitive Grey Sky Blue (2009).
Laser Monkeys
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie / Classic Rock / Pop Covers
Four piece band saving the world one tune at a time by playing great guitar-orientated covers, from the likes of The Killers, Oasis, The Jam, Tom Jones etc
Lauren Housley
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Blues / Americana / Country / Soul
As heard on BBC Radio 2 (Terry Wogan, Chris Evans, Bob Harris.)
2 gigs listed
LeFunk!
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Disco, Motown, Soul, Pop, Funk
LeFunk! is a high quality experienced funk/disco/soul and pop covers band based in the North West & providing a complete music solution (live band + DJ + PA for speeches/raffles etc).
Dancefloor and Stage lighting included. Full five piece band, four piece or trio options to suit any budget and venue.
Ideal for weddings, conferences, balls, birthdays, festivals.
The band will learn your special song before the event (e.g. first dance). classical/easy listening piano/guitar/vocal music can also be performed by specific band members during Dinner/Reception.
We also offer an acoustic duo (guitarist + singer) as an add on or main feature.
LeLounge Acoustic Duo
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Acoustic Covers, Pop
A Manchester based acoustic duo with guitar and female lead vocals, formed in 2010 playing covers of popular songs at weddings, functions, bars and restaurants around the North West UK
Liquid Beach
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Dance
From the shore to the streets, Liquid Beach is a project born from a shared love of all things that groove.
Lucy Mae Band
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Jazz, Soul, RnB
A modern soundscape infused with Jazz, Soul & RnB.
One vocalist, four instrumentalists, creating a story together.
Lydgate Brass Band
Lydgate, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
We are a friendly 4th section band
1 gig listed
Malpractice
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classic Rock
MALPRACTICE. Very experienced band playing great songs from all eras!
Mamma Mania
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Abba Tribute
Mamma Mania! is a theatrical feel good tribute to Abba and the smash hit musical Mamma Mia! guaranteed to get you singing and dancing a long to your favorite Abba track.
Manchester Community Pipe Band
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Pipe Band
We are a Community Pipe Band who welcome all to learn how to play the pipes or drums.
Manchester United
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Football Team
Manchester United Football Club is a professional football club based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England, that competes in the Premier League, the top flight of English football
Marlon Clarke
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Reggae, Soul, RnB, Carribean
Marlon Clarke is a Reggae Artiste originally from St. Ann Jamaica, who currently reside in the Northwest of England.
Marple Band
Marple, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
The Marple Band are a 2nd Section (2014 National 2nd Section Champions) Brass Band based in Marple, Cheshire
Matt Shaw LIVE
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Meat Loaf Tribute
Matt Shaw is THE most successful Meat Loaf Impersonator ever to appear on ITV's "Stars in their eyes".
Merry Hell
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Folk-Rock with a punk attitude and indie ethos.
A joyous folk-rock explosion of melody, commitment, energy and above all, songs that will stay with you long after listening.
4 gigs listed
Mia Moon
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Acoustic singer / songwriter
Mia Moon is a twenty year old singer/songwriter from Stockport, Manchester. She has been writing her own music from the age of fourteen when she taught herself to play the guitar.
Middleton Band
Middleton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
Middleton Band is a 1st Section brass band in the North West of England after becoming the 2nd Section National Champions in 2018.
Mojo Rising
Oldham, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Smokin' Blues, Rock & Roll and Classic Covers
Over 400 songs and counting. We can tune your gig to blues, rock and roll, wide range of songs people like.
Mossley Band
Mossley, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
The Mossley Band has been based in Mossley for over 150 years, and still provides a regular programme of concerts, contests, marches and private functions.
Motley Crude
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Motley Crue Tribute
Mötley Crüde are a UK based tribute to the Lewd, Crüed & Tattooed rockers from the Los Angeles Sunset Strip!
13 gigs listed
Mouth In The South
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Hard Rock / New Wave Of Classic Rock
The band is all about hard rock, taking inspiration from some of the greatest hard rock bands of the 70's and 80's, and adding a slight twist to create their own musical formula.
Mr Wilson's Second Liners
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : New Orleans meets 90s club classics.
Mr. Wilson’s Second Liners are revolutionary genre-bashers who knock traditional Second Lining sideways, opting for upbeat dance tracks over traditional hymns. Hot-stepping out in uniformed style, they channel the spirit of the 24-hour party people, guaranteed to get audiences dancing wherever they play.
My Darling Clementine
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Country Duet
For what began life as something of a side project for Michael Weston King & Lou Dalgleish, a labour of love, a homage to the classic country duets of the 60's and 70's, My Darling Clementine is now very much part of the country and Americana landscape.
Narwhals
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Alternative
Collectively we hit, bang, smash, strum, stroke, pluck, pick, yell, yodel, bellow, press, poke in order to make sounds. These sounds could be described as music.
New Orleans Jam Led by The Night Creatures
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Join In Event
House band The Nightcreatures host the third Monday of the month jam session with music from the Crescent City of New Orleans. Musicians of all kinds are welcome to come and join in performing standard repertoire made famous in The Big Easy as well as other material given the NOLA treatment. Whether it's Rhythm and Blues, Second Line, Brass Bands, Dixieland, Blues, Funk, Rhumba, Rock n Roll, Zydeco or Old Time Jazz, as long as you play it New Orleans style, anything goes!
Nishla
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Jazz
Nishla is an Australian jazz singer/songwriter, now based in Manchester. In January this year, she performed as part of MONA's Summer Jazz Festival in Australia, before returning to the UK to revive her self-devised show 'Cabaret: A Show About The End Of Love' with string quartet Manchester Collective for the PUSH festival.
Nomadic
Bury, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock band
Up and coming teenage rock band performing your favourite rock covers. Guaranteed to give the crowd a memorable gig!
Oaces
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Oasis Tribute
The Northwests Number 1 Oasis Tribute Act.
Off The Record
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock / Pop Covers
Off The Record are a Manchester based rock/pop covers band, playing classics from the 60's and 70's. Rocking events across the North West.
Outer Limits
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Party Tunes
We play a wide range of music from indie hits, rock classics, party tunes and ballads. We will create a mix for your requirements. If you'd like the atmosphere of a live gig at your event we're sure you won't be disappointed.
Pantonic All Stars Orchestra
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Steel Band
Our Orchestra stands alongside the independent steel bands of the World. We are just as they are, in that our formation was the idea of just two people who, along with the support of some of the parents and charities we raise money for, brought together their children and formed the basis of the Orchestra in November 1985. Thirty two years later and the charity involvement lives on and regular gigs are played so as to ensure a steady flow of money is given to the charity we collect for (The Royal Manchester Children's Hospital Bone Marrow Trust Fund). Over one hundred and thirty musicians have passed through the senior group over the past 32 years and added their own individual mark upon the aura of the Orchestra. The original founders may have moved on, but the motto we have held since the beginning still remains "We Not I".
Past And Present
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Vocal Duo
Performing at Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Golf Clubs, Social Clubs, Nice Pubs
Pierrepoint
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classic Rock
Pierrepoint are a Classic Rock covers band playing gigs all over the Northwest. We are available for private functions and regular pub gigs. We cover everything from Billy Idol to Metallica.
Pistol Whipped
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Sex Pistols Tribute
Sex Pistols tribute Pistol Whipped, dedicated to the band that spoke to a jilted generation & changed the music world forever.
Pre-Menstrual Tension
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Punk
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Professor Fonque and the All-Stars
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Soul, Funk and Ska
8 piece Soul/Funk band playing a mix of classic 60’s and 70’s funk from James Brown to Otis Redding through to Kool and the Gang and Rose Royce
Proud Mary
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock Blues Alt
Proud Mary are a gold selling band originally from Manchester, UK. They are currently writing material for their 5th Album .
Rachael Green
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Multi Genre.
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Rapture
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Blondie Tribute
"RAPTURE" are a Blondie Tribute band based in the North West.
Reviver Band
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Guitar
A new 3 piece guitar band from Manchester.
Riff Raff
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classic Rock
Riff Raff are a four-piece heavy rock covers band from the North West with over a decade of experience (and a lot of hair).
Run Out The Guns
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Folk / Country
Run Out The Guns is a Folk / Punk / Blues / Irish / Rock / Country Mashup... High Energy, Stomping, Protesting and Testifying...!!
Sale Brass Band
Sale, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
Sale Brass are a 4th section brass band based in Cheshire. We pride ourselves on being a very friendly and entertaining band and have a very active social side.
Sam Jefferson
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Folk and Blues
Since moving to Manchester in September, Sam has laid out his unique fusion of Folk and Blues with concerts that include supporting Ralph McTell at his RNCM concert, earning Ralph’s praise of ‘Outstanding musicianship’ and opening the 2018 Manchester Jazz Festival; an appearance that lead to a monthly residency at Matt & Phreds Jazz Club.
Scopyons
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Scorpions Tribute
Scopyons are the leading UK based tribute band to the German Rock Band The Scorpions
2 gigs listed
Shallow Groove
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Pop Rock
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Sinnergod
Somewhere, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Alternative / Gothic / Metal
Sinnergod are a Goth/Alternative Metal band hailing from Manchester, UK.
Formed by Twin brothers Mark and Chris Hampson in 2007, with the aim to create a band that would create a layered wall of sound consisting of guitar driven riffs and symphonic keyboards.
Skeltr
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Spiritual Punk Funk
Born from the enjoyment of spontaneous music
Our aim is to help people feel something that has a positive effect
We create big energy and gentle waves at our shows
Snakewater
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Blues, Classic Rock & Soul
Snakewater were forged in the valleys and mountains surrounding Manchester, England during the winter of 2008. A trio of raw power, they effortlessly mirror the epic surroundings of their Peak District origins with a sound born of the blues, mixed with classic rock and soul.
Sods Law
Middleton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classic Rock
Five piece classic rock band playing balls to the wall rock n roll.
Sound Of Thieves
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Electro Funk & Groove
Since forming in 2014, Sound Of Thieves have been turning heads wherever they go. Using just a small loop-station and an electric bass as the backbone for their sound, the duo creates huge musical textures, along with hypnotising beats and searing vocals that captivate and mesmerise listeners everywhere.
Sour-Punch
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie Rock
Sour Punch are the daring, cheeky chaps of the Manchester indie-rock scene. The three-piece are never afraid to experiment and go against the tide.
Special Brew
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Ska / 2-Tone / Reggae
Seven-piece band with full brass section from Stockport, playing mainly Ska, 2-Tone and Reggae, with all the best hits from Madness, The Specials, The Beat, Bad Manners, Bob Marley and more....
St Lucifer
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Industrial // Post-punk // Electronic // Anti-Pop // Noise
Manchester-based Industrial/Anti-Pop/Noise four-piece. Making their presence felt in venues around the UK and via AnalogueTrash Records.
St. John's Mossley Band
Mossley, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
St Johns Band are a community brass band based in Mossley.
We always have a great programme of concerts and events so if you’re interested in hearing the band play please come along.
Stax Of Soul
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Soul Review / Party
A reputation that needs no introduction. We are the UK's genuine STAX of SOUL, the original 9 piece function and party band born and bred in Manchester back in 1983. We are 'The Real Deal'.
1 gig listed
Stockport Silver Band
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
We’re a fun non contesting band, who enjoy performing at a good mix of community events/festivals and concerts throughout the year.
Stone Sole River
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Hard rock, progressive blues, psychedelia, alt folk
Encompassing hard rock, progressive blues, alt folk and psychedelia, Stone Sole River are a band described as having one foot in the past and one foot firmly in the future. Their music will take you on a journey through genre and time, constantly evolving and developing with every beat.
Stranger Times
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classic Rock
3 piece covers band based in and around the Manchester area.
Stuart McCallum
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Electronica / Jazz / Folk
Best known as the guitarist for Cinematic Orchestra, Stuart has toured worldwide with the band and played on and contributed to the writing of the albums, Ma Fleur, Live at the Royal Albert Hall and the award winning Disney soundtrack, The Crimson Wing.
Sunday Best
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Jazz
Sunday Best are a vibrant vocal led group who strive to explore and enjoy Jazz from the 1920’s through to contemporary classics. Their music harks back to the swing of Louis Armstrong and the blues of Bessie Smith, all delivered in their unique Sunday Best style.
Swamp Dog
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock n Blues
We are 4 guys who play vintage Rock and Blues music. We mostly play covers but we do have a few tracks of our own. So if you like your music down and dirty, come join us!
Tex and the Hardcore Troubadours
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Cowboy Rock
Tex and the Hardcore Troubadours are the North West's only cowboy rock and roll band.
The Boogaloo Brothers
Marple, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Acoustic
The Boogaloo Brothers are an acoustic trio of two guitars and congas playing a range of ballads, blues and rock.
The Breath
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Irish Folk / Guitar
Ríoghnach Connolly and Stuart McCallum are the creative heart of The Breath. And for them, it’s all about the song.
1 gig listed
The Cadillacs
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, Rock'n'Roll
Live band playing 60s and RnR around Greater Manchester and North West.
The Crabs
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie/Mod/Rock/Folk Rock
3-piece Manchester Indie/Mod/Rock group performing 60's Mod, 70's New Wave, 80's Madchester, 90's BritPop to Modern Classics and Originals.
The Craikers
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Celtic Rock
Playing a unique brand of raucous Celtic rock, The Craickers are different from your average insipid covers band; the songs are played with a passion and energy that is guaranteed to leave the crowd singing, dancing and begging for more!
The Crash Mats
Oldham, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Ska Punk, Pop Punk, Rock n Roll
Idiotic ska punk from Oldham
The Govans
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Covers
The Govans are a premier wedding & function band based in the North West with a variety of music from 60s classics to today's chart hits.
The Hanson and Smith Duo
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Pop
The Hanson Smith Duo play a plethora of pop tunes you know and love with many modern twists and turns. Heavily influenced by artists such as Bill Withers, D'Angelo, Radiohead and Stevie Wonder.
The Hidden
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classic Rock
The Hidden is a Female fronted classic Rock & Blues band from South Manchester who play a mix of original material & covers done with a little bit of style.
The Magic Beans
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Folk / Pop / Jazz
The Magic Beans are a band with an ear for a quirky cover and the imagination to take it in a completely new direction. Their rootsy originals draw influence from folk, jazz & world music traditions.
The Majestics
Somewhere, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock and Roll covers
Rock and Roll cover band based in Greater Manchester, UK.
The Marauders
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rythmn and Rock Blues
Marauders a Rockin' Blues Band have been together in one form or another since 1981.
The Matchstalk Men
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : 50's and 60's
Specialising in 1950s & 60s rock and original songs.
Mick has returned to his bass playing roots, Kevin to his rock guitar style, and the band are performing songs from the two Brian & Michael albums, plus "many of the favourites we grew up with during our 1950s & 1960s formative years".
The Oldham Tinkers
Oldham, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Folk
In the summer of 1965 a chance meeting between John Howarth and the brothers Larry and Gerry Kearns in the Highfield and Park pub in Waterloo Street, Oldham, saw the beginning of years of fun and music for the Oldham Tinkers, and indeed for Anybody who happened to listen to them. The trio chose the title “Tinkers” because at that time there were differences of opinion in Oldham between travelling people and the council. The name of the town was later added to differentiate between this northern triumvirate and a London based group, also called the Tinkers.
The Papashangos
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Garage Punk Rock
We do songs about love, sex and death. And taxes.
We're no good at all the stuff that most bands generally do like, I dunno, staying in one place or in tune or whatever. In fact, if there's any way we can play on the floor with the crowd, rather than being up on a stage, that suits us just fine.
2 gigs listed
The Petra Flowers
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Psychedelic Blues Rock
The Petra Flowers is a psychedelic blues-rock power trio formed in 2015.
Their music is full of strength, fuzz, intensity and rock fantasy.
The Plimp Souls
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Funk, Soul
Manchester born heavy-funk/soul band The Plimp Souls are brought together by one vision: to give Manchester a fresh blend of authentic raw funk. This tight 9-piece ensemble bring a new twist to the scene.
The Recreation
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie Rock
Formed in 2013 with a completed lineup in 2014, THE RECREATION spent their teenage years refining their sound and learning their craft. Their debut single ‘You’ cemented the band’s status as one of Manchester’s hottest acts, and earned THE REC the title of “the baby Strokes” by BBC Introducing’s Michelle Hussey.
The Replays
Somewhere, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : 60s / 70s Covers
North West cover band playing a variety of sixties and seventies music.
The Resident Redneck
Westhoughton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Country Music
Acoustic guitarist/singer performing covers of well known songs from multiple genres including modern day hits, 80s favourites, & rock and country classics.
The Retrosettes
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Vintage Pop, Soul and Funk
The Retrosettes inject contemporary music with a retro flavour and revive the past within a modern soundscape.
Their music combines modernity and vintage in a cool, elegant mix of sounds from 1960s Pop, Northern Soul and Disco. Their music seamlessly echoes The Beatles era which blends into the present.
The Rumour Mill
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Covers
The Rumour Mill was born in 2014 and we’ve been playing soulful grooves and cookin’ covers across the North West ever since. You’d be forgiven for thinking we’ve been performing together for a decade!
The Rush Band
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Covers
NW Wedding Industry Awards Band of the Year 2016.
The RUSH is the new band of former 'Coolers' lead singer Gavin Jones. Combining the spectacular talents of some of the most well respected musicians from across the Northwest and UK.
The Sabres
Somewhere, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Covers
Playing Rock n Roll & 60s to 00s covers.
The Three
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock
The Three (Graham Fielden, Ian Taylor and Ian Edmundson) are three skilled players who have teamed up to take an enjoyable rock show out on the road.
The Ultimate Stone Roses
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Stone Roses Tribute
The only tribute to The Stone Roses from Manchester.
7 gigs listed
The Uptown Two
Bury, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Covers
The Uptown Two are a 80s and 90s pop covers band from Bury.
These Smiths
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Smiths Tribute
Renowned as the closest sounding tribute band to the real thing, ‘These Smiths’ are a must see for fans of ‘The Smiths’ and ‘Morrissey’
2 gigs listed
Twisted Illusion
Bury, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Rock
Influenced by the prog giants of the 70's but with a notably unique sound of their own Twisted Illusion are making a name for themselves as the must see/hear prog band in the UK right now.
Twisted Wheel
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Indie
Indie band from Manchester with a heap of influences, from the Mod sounds of The Who and Small Faces to the Madchester glory of Stone Roses and Oasis. They've gone through some line-up changes over the years and split up in 2014, but return in 2018. Jonny Brown remains centre stage on vocals and guitar, joined by Harry Lavin, James Highton and Richard Allsopp.
Uppermill Band
Saddleworth, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
Uppermill Band are current National Champion Band of Great Britain Third Section 2019 and North West Regional Second Section Champions 2020.
Urban Gorilla
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Classic Rock and Blues
Urban gorilla is a 4 piece classic rock, and rocky blues band from Cheshire, formed late 2013 due to the break up of other bands.
Werneth Swing Band
Romiley, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Swing / Big Band
The swing band was formed in 2005 from members of Werneth Concert Band who had expressed an interest in playing swing/big band music.
Wigan Youth Brass Band
Wigan, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Brass Band
Established in 1997 Wigan Youth Brass Band has been dedicated to providing a high quality brass band experience for the young musicians of the Wigan Area.
Woasis
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Oasis Tribute
“With an Oasis Tribute it's all about the Liam, and this is the closest you can get. The voice, the look AND the attitude”
– ALT magazine
Xtract
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Punk Rock
Playing Punk Rock since 1979 in one form or another.
Zack and CC
Oldham, Greater Manchester
Genre Type : Pop Standards / Country / Folk
No Backing tracks, instead Guitar, Bass, Banjo, Drum Machine and Kazoo create the music for this duo.
