Alternative Bands for Hire in London

Browse 151 alternative bands available for hire in London, England, United Kingdom, offering indie rock, grunge and unconventional musical entertainment. These alternative acts have received 192 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars with an average booking price of £420.

Of the 151 suppliers listed here, 19 are based within 30 miles of London. The other 132 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Basildon, Bracknell, Dartford, Dorking, Strood and Woking.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 192 reviews of Alternative Bands
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Classic Rock covers Duo

London

England

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Four piece band - phenomenally entertaining - Greatest Hits of All Time

London

England

(16)

Book from £1200 (GBP)

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"Exhilarating outstanding High energy"

London

England

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POSITIVE TRAP ROCK band that makes people sing along even with their mouths full

London

England

(1)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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A premium, customisable 3-15 piece band for weddings and events.

London

England

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Book from €1790 (EUR)

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Three piece rock band suitable foe weddings, Parties and functions

London

England

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Book from £900 (GBP)

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Steel band- perfect for all occasions!

London

England

(2)

Book from £750 (GBP)

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Jazz violinist and singer - solo or combos available for any event!

London

England

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Book from £180 (GBP)

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Soloist acoustic artist covering all things britpop, mod and indie

London

England

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A 4 piece Pop/Rock & Indie band, playing music from the 90's & 00's.

London

England

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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The ultimate Indie Rock Trio! With charisma, style and unrivalled musicianship.

London

England

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Post rock funky soul rock singer own songs and have a very cool band

London

England

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4 piece cover bands performing hits songs . Pop and roxk and party anthem songs

London

England

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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The Band, Tizane, brings together elements of Pop, Rock and alternative music.

Dartford

England · 15 miles away

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Rock and pop classics with a violin twist

Dorking

England · 21 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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A 'Different Class' of Tribute Band, performing anthems that 'Live Forever'!

Woking

England · 23 miles away

(5) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from £1000 (GBP)

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We are a vibrant and exciting 4 piece rockband covering Essex and London areas.

Basildon

England · 25 miles away

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phenomenal one-man-band - Combining effects pedals, metronomic dancebeats...

Strood

England · 27 miles away

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

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Rates for alternative bands in London typically run between about £100 and £1,550+, 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 21 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 based near London

5/5 from 53 reviews
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 Photo of We Killed The Disco We Killed The Disco "What can i say, these guys smashed it! Every song was a banger and the dancefloor was filled all night! Great lads too!" Based in London, England Joe Turner - Wedding Photo of Xotic Steel Rhythms Xotic Steel Rhythms "I booked Xotic Steel Rhythms for our drinks reception and they were perfect so entertaining and accommodating with all our requests including the dress code and song selection that included last min song requests" Based in London, England James - Wedding drinks reception Photo of White Light White Light "White Light were brilliant. From the setting up, to the music and entertainment right through to clearing up; every single member of the band were lovely. And, to top it all, their talent is second to none- they made the night- thank you so much, 50th Birthdays don’t get any better. Highly recommend these guys" Based in London, England Louise - Party Host, Hampshire Photo of Encrypted LOVE Encrypted LOVE "Encrypted Love Indra has been performing at Plugged In Switched On for several years now and she is one of the most accomplished and talented musicians I have had the pleasure of working with. She is very professional and organised and always gets to the venue in good time for her performance, sound check or whatever. She has a way of making any song her own and breathing new life into them usually with an Encrypted Love twist in the tail. She has a very natural way with audiences and soon has them eating out of her hand. In short Indra is a professional artist / entertainer of the highest caliber and I do not hesitate to recommend her to any person or organisation that might have need of her services." Based in London, England Iain Houston - Plugged In Switched On

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for alternative bands on Gig Heaven is £420, with rates from £100 to £1,550+. 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.

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