Bands in Manchester
Below you'll find every band we know of in Manchester, as well as musicians looking for one.
Shoegaze band looking for 2nd guitarist
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A recently formed shoegaze and shoegaze-adjacent band in Manchester is looking for a second guitarist to complete its line-up. The role would involve a mix of lead and rhythm parts.
Sign in to contactGuitar, bass + brass wanted for art rock band
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A musician in Manchester is putting together an original art rock band and is looking for a guitarist and bassist. They would also like a saxophone or trumpet player, or someone who plays brass.
Sign in to contactDRUMMER WANTED | MANCHESTER ALT/ROCK, GRUNGE
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Venus In Spirals, a Manchester alternative rock band, are looking for a new drummer to join them. Their sound is influenced by acts such as Dinosaur Jr., Pixies and My Bloody Valentine.
Sign in to contactLead vocals required for established indie/rock band
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An established indie rock band in Manchester is looking for a lead singer. The group is very experienced and already has regular gigs booked, typically performing three or four times a month.
Sign in to contactBacking singer /writer needed
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A performer in Manchester is looking for a backing singer and writer to help develop an existing gig-ready video show. They are open to someone who can also contribute ideas towards the project. The listing does not give any details about meeting times or costs.
Sign in to contactKeyboard player required!
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A Manchester classic rock band is looking for a keyboard player to join them. They have been trying to find someone for some time and play material in the style of well-known rock acts. The listing is for someone interested in joining a band rather than a paid role.
Sign in to contactBass player required
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A new music project in Manchester is looking for a bass player to join. The other musicians are described as established and very experienced, and they want someone with a similar level of ability. The listing does not give any meeting times or mention a cost.
Sign in to contactBass player required
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A new Manchester music project is looking for a bass player to join a line-up of experienced and capable musicians. It is seeking someone with a similar level of experience.
Sign in to contactMetal guitarist looking for a serious band
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A 25-year-old guitarist in Greater Manchester is looking to join, or possibly start, a serious metal band. They want to build the group with the aim of playing gigs, touring and developing it further.
Sign in to contactDrummer Needed for Pop Punk Covers Band
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A Manchester-based pop punk covers band is looking for a new drummer, with its first gig already booked for 21 November. The group is female fronted and plays pop punk and similar styles, and it is seeking someone to join the band rather than offering lessons or paid work.
Sign in to contactMusicians Wanted for Heavy Rock Band
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A Manchester-based group is looking for drummers, bassists, guitarists, singers and other musicians to help form a modern heavy rock band with a melodic sound. The listing is for people interested in joining from the start, and it does not mention any age, level or cost.
Sign in to contactBassist+Drummer wanted for Modern Rock
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A modern heavy rock project in Manchester is looking for a drummer and bassist, with backing vocals welcomed. The music is said to be in a similar style to Alter Bridge, Alice In Chains and Black Stone Cherry.
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