Bands and musicians in Derby
Below you'll find every band or musician we know of in Derby, as well as people looking to join one.
Rise and Sing
Choirs
Rise and Sing is a friendly, accessible choir in Chester Green, Derby, meeting once a fortnight during term time on Saturday mornings from 11.00am to 1.00pm. It focuses on singing together, learning new songs and revisiting familiar ones, with most pieces arranged in four parts and taught by ear, so no music reading or auditions are needed. The first session is free, and the usual fee is Ā£7 or less depending on what members can afford.
Sign in to contactThe Victoria Inn session
Music sessions
A traditional music session at The Victoria Inn, Derby. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.
Sign in to contactCoopers Tavern session
Music sessions
A traditional music session at Coopers Tavern, Burton On Trent. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.
Sign in to contactOriginal Modern Country Rock - Drums and Rhythm Guitar
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A person in Derby is looking for a drummer and a rhythm guitarist to join an original country rock project. They have recorded a number of good-quality demos to share with potential players.
Sign in to contactNew originals band!
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A singer and guitarist in Derby are looking to put together a new originals band. They are in their mid to late 20s and would like to hear from people roughly aged 22 to 30.
Sign in to contactDrummer Needed - Original Country Rock
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A country rock project in Derby is looking for a drummer to complete the line-up. The group is working on original material and currently has vocals, two guitars, keys and bass. Rehearsals take place in Derby.
Sign in to contactGuitarist wanted. Rhythm or lead
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A Derby working band is reworking its line-up and setlist, and is looking for a guitarist to join. It plays mostly 1970s and 1980s classic rock and is seeking either rhythm or lead guitar. The listing does not give any details about age, level or cost.
Sign in to contactBassist and drummer wanted
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A Derby-based rock and roll band is looking for a drummer and a bassist. They play an original style influenced by acts such as Guns Nā Roses and Buckcherry.
Sign in to contactModern Country Music Band - Looking for Singer, Keys, Bass
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A musician in Derby is putting together a modern country band and is looking for a singer, keyboard player and bass player. The plan is to begin with cover gigs and move into writing original material as soon as possible.
Sign in to contactModern Country Music Band - Looking for Drums, Keys, Bass
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A musician in Derby is putting together a modern country band and is looking for players on drums, keys and bass. The plan is to begin with cover gigs and move into writing original material as soon as possible.
Sign in to contactJammy Mando
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This is for someone working in Derby during the week and staying near Belper who is looking for people to play music with. They are happy to travel by car to somewhere reasonably close.
Sign in to contactSinger need for original Country Rock project
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A Derby-based country rock project is seeking a male singer or frontman to join a new band. The person looking to recruit has recorded several high-quality demos to share with interested singers.
Sign in to contactSinger looking
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A very experienced singer in Derby is looking for cover bands or original projects to join. They have their own equipment, including a full PA, and can sing rock, pop and soul. They enjoy performing on stage and are seeking others to make music with.
Sign in to contactDrummer wanted. 70s rock
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A classic rock band in Derby is looking for a drummer to join them. They play mainly 1970s and 1980s rock favourites, with artists mentioned including Queen, Bad Company, ZZ Top, Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake, and they may also work on a few original songs. The listing does not give any details on rehearsal times or costs.
Sign in to contactDrummer Wanted - Alt Rock/Metal
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An established Derby alt rock and metal band is looking for a drummer to join them. The group has been active for around three years and already has music available on streaming platforms.
Sign in to contactOriginal Modern Country - Drums and Rhythm Guitar Needed
Bands
A Derby-based musician is seeking a drummer and a rhythm guitarist for an original country rock project. They have already recorded several good-quality demos to share with potential players.
Sign in to contactTrans Authority looking for a Drummer
Bands
A person in Derby is looking for band members, especially a drummer, to help build a group. She sings and plays rhythm guitar, and writes her own songs in styles that include pop.
Sign in to contactDrummer Looking for a Guitarist/Singer (Open Mics/Jamming)
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A male drummer in his 30s from Derby is looking for a guitarist or singer to jam with and possibly do some open mic nights on a casual basis. He is after someone for relaxed music-making rather than a formal group.
Sign in to contactPunk Drummer Needed
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A new punk band in Derby is looking for a drummer to join. The group draws on late 1970s punk, rock and roll from the 1950s, and 1960s garage rock.
Sign in to contactGuitarist avaliable
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A 28-year-old guitarist from the Nottinghamshire and Derby border is looking to get back into playing with others after a break. They are interested in joining a band or informal jam sessions and enjoy a wide range of genres.
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