Indie Bands for Hire in Galway

Discover 121 indie bands available for hire in Galway, Connaught, Ireland, backed by 307 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars. These indie rock groups and independent artists deliver authentic performances for weddings, parties and corporate events, with options from around €130 and an average of €600.

All 121 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Galway. The nearest is based in Dublin, 116 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 307 reviews of Indie Bands
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Rock/indie/country covers band

Cirencester

England, United Kingdom · 316 miles away

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Acoustic indie/rock singer

Coventry

England, United Kingdom · 320 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Covers duo performing acoustically and with backing tracks for a live band sound

Newcastle upon Tyne

England, United Kingdom · 323 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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The Hound Dogs - Professional, experienced and vibrant function band

Warminster

England, United Kingdom · 324 miles away

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Book from £1650 (GBP)

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4 piece live band performing the best indie, rock and pop hits

York

England, United Kingdom · 330 miles away

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Book from £1100 (GBP)

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Indie/Rock cover band popular hits 60s to current day

Leicester

England, United Kingdom · 332 miles away

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Anglo Irish Country Duo performing originals and covers

Oxford

England, United Kingdom · 344 miles away

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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Purveyors of classic and original Irish and celtic inspired folk music.

Oxford

England, United Kingdom · 344 miles away

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Your Favourite Indie Night Out!

Lincoln

England, United Kingdom · 352 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Female fronted Pop and Rock band

Corby

England, United Kingdom · 352 miles away

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Book from £449 (GBP)

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Rock & covers. Universal Music. 3,000+ shows. Available worldwide.

Milton Keynes

England, United Kingdom · 358 miles away

(4)

Book from £1999 (GBP)

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Award-winning Power Trio playing indie, folk, rock and pop through the decades!

Aylesbury

England, United Kingdom · 360 miles away

(7)

Book from £3300 (GBP)

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Glistening and intense Shoegaze tinged rock from Guernsey

Southampton

England, United Kingdom · 363 miles away

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Five piece jazz band which re-invents classic pop and rock songs

Hitchin

England, United Kingdom · 379 miles away

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Three piece cover band playing the best pop, rock and indie classics.

Chertsey

England, United Kingdom · 383 miles away

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Book from £950 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Indie Bands in Galway?

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Rates for indie rock groups in Galway currently range from about €130 to €2,050+ based on factors including group size, performance duration, and specific event requirements. Smaller configurations or acoustic duos typically command lower fees, while established groups with strong regional followings may charge premium rates. Average booking costs settle around €600, usually including basic sound equipment and reasonable travel. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 460 enquiries for Indie Bands at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 3 November 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
38% of enquiries, with parties next at 23%
Typical first reply
Within two hours
73% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
27% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 35 miles
For the 79% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Indie Bands available in Galway

5/5 from 307 reviews
Photo of Morning Glory Morning Glory "Absolutely brilliant band, Paul has liams vocals, presence, swagger, and attitude, down to perfection, The best oasis tribute band by a country mile,🎸🎤🎼" Based in Dublin, Leinster (116 miles from Galway) Paul bergin - Recent morning glory performance, Joe lee’s co. Offaly Photo of Marblehead Johnson The Britpop Experience Marblehead Johnson The Britpop Experience "Marblehead Johnson were absolutely fantastic, they created a perfect atmosphere and filled the dance floor almost instantly. They were very professional from booking right through to the big day, and even emailed me afterwards to congratulate us. Loads of my guests commented on how good they were. Highly recommended!" Based in Wrexham, Wales, United Kingdom (251 miles from Galway) M.Dunn (Wedding, Manchester) Photo of Eccentric Pony Eccentric Pony "You were INSANE on Friday - thank you so so much for bringing the party! We were impressed by everything you did! Becky & Chris" Based in Warrington, England, United Kingdom (267 miles from Galway) Becky & Chris - Wedding in Stockport Photo of SWTH duo SWTH duo "Tom and his partner were nothing short of fantastic! Really great communication, very accommodating with our requests and were brilliant musicians. It was for a friends stag do - we wanted some background jazz tunes for a bbq and then a more fun interactive set which they were able to provide. All round good fun. Would highly recommend!" Based in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom (277 miles from Galway) Sean - Nolan Photo of Sonic Boom Sonic Boom "Wow - being musicians in a band ourselves we wanted to book the very best and we were not disappointed ! You had everyone up from the first minute and you guys set up without any fuss at all! You played all the songs with so much energy we don't know how you do it because when we perform we just stand still but you guys moved around so much interacting and jumping up and down - your energy was infectious! - INCREDIBLE - BOOK THIS BAND NOW" Based in Telford, England, United Kingdom (278 miles from Galway) Daniel & Sophie Rodgers - Wedding Photo of Acoustic Jukebox Acoustic Jukebox "Played for my husbands 50th birthday party last night, was absolutely fantastic! Went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a good night and even let my husband sing a song live! Really good entertainment and song choice for everyone ! Will definitely use them again, I would 100% recommend them you will not be disappointed!" Based in Manchester, England, United Kingdom (281 miles from Galway) Donna Pearce - Birthday party

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for indie bands ranges from €130 to €2,050+, with an average of €600. Rates depend on the number of band members, performance length and the equipment supplied. Indie bands range from stripped-back acoustic outfits to full electric line-ups, so the size and style of the act is the primary factor in cost.

The indie bands for hire perform indie rock, indie pop, alternative and guitar-driven music covering both classic indie anthems and modern indie hits. Many bands have a distinctive sound that brings an authentic live music atmosphere to events.

Hiring indie bands is a popular choice for weddings, birthday parties, bar and pub events, corporate parties and festivals. Indie music appeals to audiences who want something more distinctive than mainstream pop and rock cover bands.

Many indie bands play a mix of well-known indie covers and their own original material. Some bands focus entirely on covers of popular indie songs, while others are original artists who also take cover requests. It is a good idea to check each band's profile for their repertoire.

Wedding bookings are common, and many acts build a set that stays quieter during the meal before moving to a full electric performance later in the evening. Most will learn a first dance song given a few weeks' notice. Couples who want the same sound during the ceremony usually book a stripped-back acoustic line-up of the same act.

Four or five players is the most common shape, usually vocals, guitar, bass and drums, with keys added where the material calls for it. Three-piece acts work well in smaller rooms and cost less to book. Larger line-ups adding brass or extra vocals are available where the stage and the budget allow.

Most are self-contained for pub, bar and small function work, bringing a PA suited to the room and basic stage lighting. Larger venues, festival stages and outdoor bookings usually need production supplied separately. Giving the act the room size and whether a house system is available lets them judge what to bring.

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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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