Alternative Bands for Hire in England

Browse 150 alternative bands available for hire in England, United Kingdom, offering indie rock, grunge and unconventional musical entertainment. These alternative acts have received 194 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars with an average booking price of £420.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 194 reviews of Alternative Bands
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phenomenal one-man-band - Combining effects pedals, metronomic dancebeats...

Strood

England

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Basharan's sound is an eclectic mix of heavy blues rock and psychedelia.

Southend-on-Sea

England

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4-piece specialising in indie, alternative rock and modern party rock covers.

Maidstone

England

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Glistening and intense Shoegaze tinged rock from Guernsey

Southampton

England

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Progressive doom metal band based in south UK, all originals band.

Southampton

England

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four piece The Smiths tribute band HatfulofSmiths bringing authenticity

Cheddar

England

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8 piece alt funk-rock band weaving elements of dub, soul, jazz and psychedelia

Manchester

England

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Energetic 4 Piece Apres Band

Manchester

England

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5-Piece Alternative Metal / Hardcore / Punk Band performing original songs

Manchester

England

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3 piece alternative rock band playing original music

Warrington

England

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YOUR NEW FAVOURITE UKULELE BAND corporate /party / award-winning wedding band

Liverpool

England

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Pocket in Red is an alternative, electronic, pop-rock band from Brussels.

Brussels

Brussels Capital, Belgium

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Rock band ideal for weddings & events

Compiègne

Hauts-de-France, France

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7 piece Skaband tribute

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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Electronic music and live percussions

Chantilly

Hauts-de-France, France

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How much does it cost to hire Alternative Bands in England?

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Rates for alternative bands in England typically run between about £100 and £1,500+, with an average booking cost of £420. Pricing typically reflects the band's experience, performance duration and requirements such as sound equipment or special staging. Indie rock groups may offer different rate structures depending on whether they focus on original material or alternative interpretations of popular songs. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 41 enquiries for Alternative Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 29 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
61% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
12% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Alternative Bands available in England

5/5 from 194 reviews
Photo of The Krakens The Krakens "From start to finish we have nothing but praise for The Krakens. Chris was quick to respond to my enquiry looking for a band to play at a 30th birthday party and kept in touch from then on. We were sent a varied list of songs to choose from; a mix of rock/pop both modern and classic. Once the booking was confirmed they asked us if there was anything we wanted added to the list and they would learn them for the evening! On the night the band turned up on time, and set up (and packed up) without any bother. Their performance was totally satisfactory, two excellent one-hour sets which included our requested numbers. Everyone agreed that The Krakens were a friendly, “tight” band that performed with confidence and professionalism which made our night that bit special. Would definitely recommend them!" Based in Bedford, England 17th April 2026 Paul A - 30th Birthday Photo of Ginny Solo Female Vocalist Ginny Solo Female Vocalist "WOW - we had SO MANY guests come up to us during and after the party, to compliment the wonderful Ginny. She was an absolute dream and took on all of our sound, lighting, set list requirements on the night. Providing a PA system for our speech, Ginny was extremely accommodating throughout - she was amazing. The only negative, was that we were too busy to actually sit down and appreciate all Ginny's hardwork. We can thoroughly recommend her, a very professional and courteous addition to any event. We will be requiring her services again, should the need arise, without a doubt." Based in Finedon, England Debbie Paterson - Anniversary Party Photo of George Zebra George Zebra "Great experience. The band were perfect for the audience. They arrived early to set up and started on time. Three great sets and interacted really well and joined in the fun. Massive thank you for creating a great night!" Based in Aylesbury, England Steve B Photo of Red Hot Chili Peppers Experience Red Hot Chili Peppers Experience "These guys really do sound and look like the real thing, not to be missed." Based in Oxford, England Craig Watson - Chalgrove Live Music Festival Photo of RockEnergy RockEnergy "Hi Nick, Thank you and John for your great work on Saturday night, you were brilliant, everybody loved you and people said when then get the opportunity they are going to hire your services. I would gladly use your services again. Thank you Micky and Donna." Based in London, England 17th August 2026 Micky Beecher - Birthday Event Photo of Bto Bto "Highly. Recommend "By The Order brought the house down at the Private event! Full of energy, engaging, and technically impressive - they had the crowd hooked from start to finish. Highly recommend! 10/10 stars ⭐️ We have hired them serval times we have booked them again, Special thanks to Annie and the lads they really pull out all the stops to make it magic ." Based in London, England 10th February 2026 Ryan - Private event

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for alternative bands on Gig Heaven is £420, with rates from £100 to £1,500+. Cost depends on the number of band members, set duration and equipment requirements. Alternative bands vary in size and style, so comparing profiles is useful for finding the right sound and energy for your event.

The alternative bands for hire perform a range of alternative and indie music styles, including indie rock, alternative rock, post-punk, shoegaze and modern alternative hits. Many bands cover well-known alternative tracks from the 1990s through to the present day.

Hiring alternative bands suits a wide range of events including weddings, birthday parties, bar and club nights, corporate events and festivals where clients want something different from a mainstream pop or rock band. The style suits events with a younger or more musically adventurous audience.

Most alternative bands are self-contained and provide their own instruments, amplifiers and PA system. For larger venues or outdoor stages, additional sound equipment may be required. To get the best results, discuss technical requirements with the band before booking.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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