Tribute Bands for Hire in Derby

Q: How much do tribute bands cost in Derby?

Hiring tribute bands typically costs between £150 and £2,650+, with an average of £850. Pricing depends on the number of performers, show duration and the production elements included. Tribute bands cover a wide range of artists and eras, so the scale and complexity of the show is the main factor in cost.

Q: What types of tribute bands are available?

The tribute bands for hire cover tributes to a huge range of artists and bands spanning every genre and era, from classic rock legends to current pop stars. Gig Heaven has tribute acts for hundreds of different artists, so browsing the category is the best way to find the right act.

Q: What events are tribute bands suitable for?

Many clients book tribute bands for themed parties, corporate events, birthday celebrations, weddings, festivals and pub or club nights. A tribute band delivers the experience of seeing a well-known artist live, making them a crowd-pleasing and memorable entertainment choice.

Q: How authentic is a tribute band performance?

The best tribute bands invest heavily in recreating the sound, look and stage presence of the original artist, including costumes, instruments and vocal accuracy. It is advisable to watch videos on each tribute act's profile to judge the quality and authenticity of their performance.

Q: Do tribute bands bring their own sound equipment?

Most tribute bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments, costumes and staging. For larger venues or outdoor events, additional equipment may be required. Gig Heaven recommends confirming technical requirements before booking.

Q: Can a tribute act play songs by other artists as well?

Many tribute acts build a main set around the artist they cover and add a second set of wider hits from the same era or genre. Others stay with the original artist throughout. Asking what a full evening looks like is the quickest way to know whether one act can cover the whole night.

Q: Does a tribute band perform in costume throughout the show?

Costume is central to most tribute shows, and many acts change outfits between sets to follow the artist's career. A smaller number perform in plain stage dress and focus on the music. Photographs and video on each act's profile show which approach they take.

Q: Are tribute shows suitable for a mixed-age audience?

Tribute shows tend to work well across age groups because the material is already familiar to most of the room. Acts covering artists with a long career usually have the widest span of recognisable songs. Set lists can normally be adjusted if the audience skews older or younger.

Q: Can I contact multiple suppliers at the same time?

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard .

Q: How far in advance do we need to book?

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.

Discover 472 tribute bands and tribute acts available in Derby, England, United Kingdom. These professional cover bands and impersonators bring the music of legendary artists to your event, recreating authentic performances at a fraction of the original cost.

Of the 472 suppliers listed here, 10 are based within 30 miles of Derby. The other 462 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Burton upon Trent, and suppliers based in Nottingham, Leicester and Chesterfield.

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Foo Fighters Tribute Band

Award winning Tribute to the Foo Fighters. Bringing you authentic experience

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Derby

England

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Christopher James as Neil Diamond

Professional Neil diamond tribute show

Tribute Band

Burton upon Trent

England · 11 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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The Weller Fella

Paul Weller / Mod tribute show

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Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Almost Human - Daft Punk Tribute

Tribute act live electronic instrument performance Daft Punk

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Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Rebel Rebel

6 piece David Bowie tribute band

Tribute Band

Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Jackie Marie Tribute Singer

Tribute to Whitney, Diana, Tina Turner, M People, Alicia Keys, Soul and Motown

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Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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LIVE FOREVER: A tribute to Oasis & Liam G

Liam gallagher tribute featuring all the greatest sounds of the era

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Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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An evening w/the Michael Bublé Experience

Internationally acclaimed Tribute to Michael Bublé

Tribute Band

Chesterfield

England · 23 miles away

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The Skankings

Ska/Reggae 2Tone & Rocksteady band

Tribute Band

Leicester

England · 24 miles away

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Fu Fighters

The very best Foo Fighters tribute act available in the U.K. and Europe

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Leicester

England · 24 miles away

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Chic Out!

9 Piece Tribute to Nile Rodgers & Chic

Tribute Band

Stoke-on-Trent

England · 30.1 miles away

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Bee Gees

Award winning Bee Gees tribute show

Tribute Band

Sheffield

England · 32 miles away

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Blues Brothers Tribute Show

The UK's Premier Blues Brothers Tribute Show For The Last 16 Years

Tribute Band

Birmingham

England · 35 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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The Ska Fella

The Ska Fella - Solo Ska And Reggae Show

Tribute Band

Birmingham

England · 35 miles away

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Ub40 One Solo Show

Ub40 Tribute Solo Show From The Home Twon Of Ub40 Birmingham.

Tribute Band

Birmingham

England · 35 miles away

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Push to Play

Dynamic 4-6 pc band delivering classic hits through the ages.

Tribute Band

Birmingham

England · 35 miles away

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The Detours Band

The West Midlands’ finest tribute to Motown, Soul and Northern Soul

Tribute Band

Birmingham

England · 35 miles away

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Signing Off - UB40 Tribute Band

The Ultimate Tribute Band to UB40

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Birmingham

England · 35 miles away

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Rates for tribute bands in Derby generally range from about £150 to £2,650+, with an average cost of £850. An act based closer to your venue may quote less for travel, while established performers with extensive repertoires and professional equipment command premium fees. Performance length, venue requirements, and group size all influence final pricing, with solo impersonators typically costing less than full tribute bands. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 668 enquiries for Tribute Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Most requested for

Birthday parties

22% of enquiries, with bar and venue events next at 16%

Typical first reply

Within 12 hours

59% of enquiries get a reply within a day

How early people enquire

About seven weeks

32% enquire less than a month before the event

Busiest months

June to October

58% of events take place in these months

How far suppliers travel

About 40 miles

For the 92% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Tribute Bands based near Derby

5/5 from 21 reviews

Almost Human - Daft Punk Tribute "Thank you so much for coming - it made the night for everyone. Cannot thank you all enough!" Based in Nottingham, England (14 miles from Derby) Ben Goodwin - Birthday (Private)

The Skankings "Excellent band always a great night out great music I've lost count how many times I've seen them and always go home feeling happy and uplifted.Hope not Hate all the way.🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁" Based in Leicester, England (24 miles from Derby) 6th November 2026 Stephen Walker

Fu Fighters "I was amazed at how good these guys were. They absolutely rocked the place. Best act of the entire weekend by a mile." Based in Leicester, England (24 miles from Derby) Jenna goldsmith - Sausage and cider Festival derby

Ub40 One Solo Show "Great act keeps everyone dancing and having a good time, we also sing some ska and 2 tone that we asked for, was on time and always around if we needed something. Thanks for making our night special." Based in Birmingham, England (35 miles from Derby) Mr & Miss Cookson - Wedding

Signing Off - UB40 Tribute Band "Absolutely incredible band from start to finish! Their sound and attention to detail is impeccable to ub40! You can close your eyes and think you’re watching the real ub40 that’s how close they are! We saw them multiple times now and definitely won’t be our last!!! Watch out for these guys n gals they are incredible" Based in Birmingham, England (35 miles from Derby) Mr.L - Theatre

The Detours Band "I saw The Detours in Birmingham. Amazing band, great atmosphere and all round fantastic evening with lots of dancing." Based in Birmingham, England (35 miles from Derby) Sarah B

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