Alternative Bands for Hire in Maryland

Browse 125 alternative bands available for hire in Maryland, United States, offering indie rock, grunge and unconventional musical entertainment. These alternative acts have received 129 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars with an average booking price of $500.

Of the 125 suppliers listed here, one is based in Maryland. The other 124 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 129 reviews of Alternative Bands
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Cover band doing rock, pop, and Indie from the 60s to 2000s.

Baltimore

Maryland

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Psychedelic rock

Lancaster

Pennsylvania

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5 piece variety rock band. Crowd favorites thru many genres of rock and blues

Richmond

Virginia

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duo -trio -full band

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

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Solo acoustic singer/guitarist performing songs primarily from the 80's and 90's

Center City

Pennsylvania

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Coastal Roots Rock, Soul, Folk, Reggae Musician from Long Beach Island, NJ

Asbury Park

New Jersey

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MAXCiTO” is an alternative-pop-rock singer/songwriter

Manhattan

New York

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Oceanic Indie Rock

Nyack

New York

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Providing solo, duo, or 4 piece or more live band w/singer(s). Jazz, RnB, & Pop

Durham

North Carolina

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Rock and Blues Trio

Raleigh

North Carolina

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3 Piece Canadian Punk Band

Hamilton

Ontario, Canada

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Reggae Singer/Song Writer/ Entertainer/Music Producer/Multi-Instrumentalist

Toronto

Ontario, Canada

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Solo with originals and covers, Ideal for weddings, live shows and festivals

Toronto

Ontario, Canada

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Solo Singer Songwriter

Nashville

Tennessee

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Rock Band + Solo Guitarist / Singer / Singer Guitarist

Naperville

Illinois

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Versatile drummer with decades of experience in a range of genres.

Jacksonville

Florida

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5 Piece band paying Tribute to the 90s and Early 2000s

Tampa

Florida

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The #1 Gulf Coast Party Rock Band

Pensacola

Florida

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

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from$130USD
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from$2,050USD

Rates for alternative bands in Maryland typically run between about $130 and $2,050+, with an average booking cost of $500. 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 88 enquiries for Alternative Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
66% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five weeks
49% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
April to August
56% of events take place in these months

Reviews of Alternative Bands available in Maryland

5/5 from 129 reviews
Photo of John Madeley - Solo Acoustic John Madeley - Solo Acoustic "John Madeley was very professional and entertaining. We would book him again in the future." Based in Center City, Pennsylvania 17th July 2026 Brett Daniels - Private Event Photo of The Essentials The Essentials "Man. I have had so many messages today about how amazing you guys were last night (from the staff, too and they are the pickiest). We really appreciate you guys being able to fill in last minute. We definitely need to get you all on the books again in the spring!" Based in Richmond, Virginia Nash Osbourne - live band. college scene Photo of Jimi King Trio Jimi King Trio "Awesome! Jimi and the guys were SO good--perfect for our event and loved by our team and guests! Jimi was super-responsive with communications--very nice to work with. Will definitely book them again in the future! Hired as: Blues Band, Classic Rock Band" Based in Raleigh, North Carolina 7th October 2026 Laura L. H. - Corporate Event Photo of Jungleman Jungleman "Love The Music. Love The Vocals. Like To See You Perform Live" Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada 28th May 2026 Dwayne - Personal Photo of BackForward / Adam Cartwright BackForward / Adam Cartwright "Talented across the board! We were blown away by Adam’s professionalism, attention to detail, musical talent and fun factor at our recent party! The cherry on top was his ability to take great quality professional photos! Adam was a great MC who took my DJ playlist inspiration and ran with it to create the perfect playlist for our party. And we can’t forget the Taylor Swift meets Coachella rendition of Happy Birthday which flowed into Jack & Diane. Such a fantastic addition to the event!" Based in Naperville, Illinois Derek - Private Party Photo of Blood Moon Mafia Blood Moon Mafia "We highly recommend Blood Moon Mafia. We hired them for our daughter's 14th birthday party and they were amazing! Incredibly talented group of artists, from the singer to the drummer to the guitarists, they more than delivered. Our daughter curated a playlist for them to use and they put together a very enjoyable mini concert and everyone was blown away. They more than met our expectations and we would definitely hire them again!" Based in Miami, Florida 17th September 2026 Marley A. - Private event

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for alternative bands on Gig Heaven is $500, with rates from $130 to $2,050+. 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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