Bands and musicians in Manchester
Below you'll find every band or musician we know of in Manchester, as well as people looking to join one.
Synth nerd wanted
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A singer-guitarist in Manchester is looking for a keyboard player with a synth-focused style, with influences along the lines of Sparks, Kraftwerk and Moon Safari. They mention that someone in their 40s or 50s would suit the search.
Sign in to contactBassist required
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An indie post-punk band in Manchester is looking for a committed and skilled bassist. Rehearsals take place in the Northern Quarter, and the group says it has demos available. The listing indicates they are seeking someone around 27 to 45 years old.
Sign in to contactArtists, Singers & Bands Wanted, Worldwide Collaboration
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This Manchester-based collective is seeking independent artists, singers, songwriters, rappers, producers, musicians and bands from around the world for creative collaboration. It is aimed at people interested in working with others on music projects, with no cost mentioned.
Sign in to contactArtists, Singers & Bands Wanted, Worldwide Collaboration
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This collective is seeking independent artists, singers, songwriters, rappers, producers, musicians and bands from around the world for creative collaboration. It is based in Manchester and is looking to build links with people involved in different parts of music-making. No cost is mentioned.
Sign in to contactStrings Wanted for rehearsal-only string quartet/trio/duos
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An amateur violinist in Manchester is looking for other string players, such as violin, viola and cello, and possibly other orchestral instruments, to join occasional chamber music sessions. They are seeking people for a rehearsal-only quartet, trio or duos rather than paid performances.
Sign in to contactDrummer for Manchester band
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A Manchester indie rock band is looking for a drummer to complete its four-piece line-up. The group already has plenty of original material ready and hopes to start gigging soon. It is ideally seeking someone aged 18 to 35.
Sign in to contactElectronic Music Producer /Sound Designer Wanted - Deathcore
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A Manchester-based musician is looking for an electronic music producer to collaborate on an original project that blends deathcore with drum and bass. The aim is to work together on new material and develop the sound of the project.
Sign in to contactS/S/G needs bassist
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A Manchester band is looking for a bassist to join them. The group uses software for drums. No other details about style, level or meeting arrangements are given.
Sign in to contactDrummer needed for nirvana covers band
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A Manchester Nirvana covers band is looking for a drummer after losing their current player. They already have gigs booked and are seeking someone ready to step in and join them.
Sign in to contactDrummer wanted - on pause!
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A Manchester band member is looking for a drummer, although the advert is currently on pause after receiving a strong response. They now have four drummers to audition and are not taking further interest for the moment.
Sign in to contactBassist & Drummer……
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An indie post-punk band in Manchester is looking for a committed and skilled bassist and drummer. They rehearse in the Northern Quarter and say they are aiming for players around 27 to 45 years old. The listing suggests they already have demo material and are seeking new members to join them.
Sign in to contactNew Metal Band seeks drummer 17-25
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A new metal band based in the North West is looking for a drummer aged 17 to 25. The group already has two guitarists, a bassist and vocals in place. It is starting out with covers and is seeking someone to join them as they develop further.
Sign in to contactGot a Song Idea? Let’s Bring It to Life
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This Manchester listing is for people with song ideas who want to turn them into finished songs. It suggests working from early ideas such as lyrics, melodies or stories, but gives no details about meeting times, location within the city or any cost.
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A singer in Manchester is looking for musicians to form an alternative pop band. They need a lead guitarist, keyboard player, bassist and drummer, and say songs are already prepared. The ad does not mention any cost or rehearsal details.
Sign in to contactLookin for Drummer and Guitarist for 2000’s Pop Punk band
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A new Manchester band is looking for a guitarist and a drummer to join a project playing 2000s pop punk. It is for people interested in that style of music and wanting to start up a band.
Sign in to contactsinger looking to join an indie rock band
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A singer in Manchester is looking for other musicians to help form an indie rock band. They want to build a sound in the style of Arctic Monkeys and are hoping to start a group from scratch.
Sign in to contactlooking to start/join indie rock band as a singer
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This is a singer in Manchester who is looking to start or join an indie rock band. They can also play guitar, but say they are not confident creating their own material.
Sign in to contactLead Guitarist and Bassist needed for Function Band.
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A function band in Manchester is looking for an experienced lead guitarist and bassist, with backing vocals as a plus. The group is hoping to build towards regular gigs and is seeking players who are easy-going, committed and available.
Sign in to contactKeyboard Player Wanted - Hard Rock Band
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A Manchester hard rock band is looking for a keyboard player to join its line-up. The group plays original material and says it has upcoming gigs, new songs in progress and more plans ahead.
Sign in to contact//// BASSIST AND DRUMMER WANTED ///
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Two indie guitarists and a singer in Manchester are setting up a band and are looking for a bassist and drummer, with synth also mentioned as a possibility. They are hoping to find people to help develop the project and work on new material. No meeting place, schedule or cost is given.
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