Indie Bands in Manchester

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Indie Bands in Manchester

Hire Manchester’s best indie bands for your 2026 festival-style wedding. Choose from 150 top-rated musical acts and energetic cover bands, perfect for lively celebrations at the magnificent Victoria Warehouse venue.

Every indie band featured on Poptop is hand-picked and rigorously vetted by our expert team, evaluating their performance quality, professional reputation, and verified client feedback.
Booking an exceptional indie band typically costs around £1459 per event, with the final pricing depending closely on your specific event duration or number of live sets.
Our brilliant Manchester indie bands have already rocked 165 events, earning 61 verified reviews from happy clients and an outstanding 5.00* average rating.

Two musicians perform passionately under warm, ambient lighting, one with an electric guitar and the other with an acoustic.

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"The Cover Babes" Duo Cover All Music from All Decades

We’re a musical duo performing guitar-led covers with rich vocal harmonies, spanning pop, rock, indie, country, folk, and hits from the 60s to the 2000s.

from £180 / event

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Reviews for Indie Bands in Manchester

Read verified reviews from real clients, who booked with Poptop in Manchester

Anna Mulligan18 Jun 2024

Booked for Birthday party

The Covers Brothers were everything I wanted... responsive and polite in all correspondence. Provided 1st class entertainment - absolutely a highlight of our evening. Would 100% recommend and would definitely use again . Thank you so much.

James Schofield23 Apr 2024

Booked for Private party

Kommy and Ben gave a great performance. They will really deliver the goods for you, so go ahead and get in touch with them. They were very easy to work with and hit the perfect tone for our intimate family and friends garden birthday party. They set up quickly and were the main surprise part of the party, they had an excellent set list and also welcomed requests.

Peter Lester10 Jul 2022

Booked for Wedding

Finding Oliver Sean through Poptop for our wedding help make the day so special. Easy booking process, great communications but most of all, what a talent; all our guests though they were fantastic. Absolutely recommend Oliver

Lauren Hollywood20 Mar 2022

Booked for Wedding

We couldn’t recommend The Beat Pilots enough, an amazing band who got our wedding party up dancing and singing along! Our guests loved them and so did we. We will definitely be booking them again for future occasions. Thanks very much for a great nigh. Lauren & Tony Brown

andy cooper2 Sep 2021

Booked for Birthday party

Wasn't sure what to expect as everything sorted during lockdown but all went brilliantly good communication and what a fantastic band which made my 60th party go down really well and I would highly recommend them for any party and played songs we liked and new what the audience wanted 😀

Stuart Luke10 Mar 2018

Booked for Birthday party

"Awesome band, how are these boys not already rocking stadiums? A really great bunch of lads, consummate professionals and great artists. From drums, bass, guitar, keyboard through to vocals the band was amazing. Comprehensive set list with some great anthems. Whilst a covers band you really can’t tell the difference between them and the original tracks. The band was down for two 45 min sets, for first included tracks from the 60’s and 70’s. In-between sets they DJ’ed and then when they came back on the anthems started which got the whole party jumping. The band was due to finish at 11.30 but they carried on banging out tune after tune until mid-night much to the delight of everyone at the party. I would thoroughly recommend this band for any occasion. They truly made the occasion. Thanks boys."

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Live band performance under warm stage lights, with a vocalist at the mic, guitar and percussion behind, creating an energetic event atmosphere.

5.0(6 reviews)

• 3 bookings

Elegant Party Band 'Last Call'

Ideal for celebrations that want the music to be in the background when guests are dining but still want a party atmosphere afterwards

from £605 / event

Four-piece catering band in white shirts and suspenders, posed with electric guitars before a brick wall, under warm venue lighting.

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The Shindigs party band - Giving your party the energy it needs

We are an energetic 4-piece band guaranteed to get the party started. Our setlist will include the biggest hits from the 70's right through to modern-day party tunes!

from £1,000 / event

Black-and-white promo of four men in black tees around a tambourine and beer bottle, against brick wall, with bold BREAKER LIVE text.

5.0(10 reviews)

• 22 bookings

'Breaker Live' first class band with all the hits.

Brilliantly performed songs, its the live music that matters so you will get the authentic performance you expect from a highly experienced and talented band. Enjoy!

from £1,200 / event

A vibrant band performs on stage with dynamic lighting in shades of pink and blue, creating an energetic atmosphere for live entertainment.

5.0(7 reviews)

• 4 bookings

"Late Last Night" 4-Piece Bringing BIG Energy to Weddings & Parties 🔥🎶

High-energy 4-piece band with guitar, bass, drums, vocals and sax, delivering a powerful and versatile live sound. With free DJing included, we provide a complete music experience.

from £1,730 / event

5.0(10 reviews)

• 12 bookings

4-piece Covers Band "Back to Britpop"

We love Britpop and we aim to recreate a night (or day) of 90s nostalgia as we blast out those classic Britpop sing-a-longs live in the same spirit they were intended.

from £900 / event

In a dimly lit venue, a band plays energetically on a rustic wooden stage, exuding a vibrant, intimate atmosphere with dynamic shadows.

5.0(1 review)

"On The Cover" Authentic Live Professional 4-Piece Band

With a deep knowledge of pop-rock hits spanning decades, they seamlessly blend musical skill with stage presence, ensuring that each gig is both entertaining and professionally executed.

from £1,200 / event

Live wedding band performs in a sleek indoor venue, with guitar, upright bass, drums, keys, and vocals under warm string lights.

4.73(15 reviews)

• 5 bookings

'The Alchemists' Diverse Range of Songs in Vintage Style

A diverse range of songs from many genres and decades, reinvented in a captivating vintage style for guests of all ages!

from £1,250 / event

Four friends playfully crowd a worn leather sofa, with casual outfits and bright expressions, creating a lively, fun atmosphere.

No reviews yet • 1 booking

"Over The Top" Energetic Tunes for the Dancefloor

From weddings to corporate galas or birthdays, Over The Top brings a sensational atmosphere to any event, leaving a trail of smiling faces and memories filled with musical bliss.

from £910 / event

Studio portrait of four catering staff in crisp white shirts and bright blue ties, posed against a gray backdrop with polished, formal vibes.

5.0(6 reviews)

• 1 booking

'Over The Top' Energetic Tunes for the Dance Floor

From weddings to corporate galas or birthdays, Over The Top brings a sensational atmosphere to any event, leaving a trail of smiling faces and memories filled with musical bliss.

from £1,050 / event

Two smiling female singers in silver sequin outfits perform with microphones under purple stage lighting, delivering polished live entertainment.

5.0(4 reviews)

• 3 bookings

Dynamic Duo 'Dancellas' with Timeless Tunes & Dance Show

The Dancellas remarkable versatility shines when they cover tunes from various decades. From the swinging 60s to the infectious beats of the 80s and beyond, they bring a unique dance party!

from £750 / event

No reviews yet • 1 booking

"The Backbeat" Party Band

If you’re looking for a live band that combines pop hits, indie vibes, and rock energy, book The Backbeat today. They’ll bring the music to life and ensure your event is unforgettable!

from £800 / event

Unique 2 Man 'Band' Bring High Energy with Electronic Loop Set-Up

5.0(9 reviews)

• 10 bookings

Unique 2 Man 'Band' Bring High Energy with Electronic Loop Set-Up

A unique hybrid set-up, utilising live looping alongside vocals, guitar & electronic drums. A genre fluid 'full band' sound & energy is delivered with just 2 musicians! Doing pop/r&b/alt

from £345 / event

'Genre Fluid' Acoustic Duo Bring High Energy to Acoustic World

5.0(9 reviews)

• 10 bookings

'Genre Fluid' Acoustic Duo Bring High Energy to Acoustic World

Guaranteed to get the good vibes flowing at your event, playing pop/r&b/rock classics old + new. Energetic 'genre fluid' acoustic tunes w/ guitar + cajon. Laid back option also if preferred!

from £245 / event

5.0(7 reviews)

Dynamic Duo 'Corduroy Moustache' Offer a Night of Eclectic Musicality

Featuring bluesy and soulful improvisations, infused with hits by The Beatles and ABBA, these two are guaranteed to bring the party, with night of unforgettable high-quality entertainment.

from £595 / event

Four formally dressed catering staff stand in a clean white studio, black vests and ties creating a polished, professional team portrait.

5.0(7 reviews)

Four to the Floor Playing a Range of Genres with a Rock Twist

Four To The Floor are a four-piece function band with it all! Flawlessly performing a range of genres with an energetic rock twist, and even a sophisticated selection of saxophone classics.

from £1,300 / event

Four-piece band posed in a clean studio, seated on black-and-red speaker cabinets, with polished casual attire and bright white light.

5.0(7 reviews)

• 1 booking

Truly Memorable Night of Live Music with 'Groovething' Band

A brilliant 4-piece band that are well qualified to provide a truly memorable night of live music and get your guests on the dance floor!

from £800 / event

Four-man 80s cover band onstage under magenta lighting, with guitars, keytar and drums, in front of a bold “THAT 80s THING” backdrop.

5.0(5 reviews)

That 80s Thing - Professional 80s Party Band

'That 80s Thing' are a professional 80s Tribute Band who have performed with the likes of Sonia, Heaven 17, Go West, ABC, 5ive and many more!

from £1,200 / event

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'The Bees Knees' 4 piece band

No reviews yet • 5 bookings

We play songs that everyone knows and always get the crowd singing and dancing along. We pride ourselves in getting the party going. Playing a variety of music from the 50s to modern-day pop, rock, ska, and motown! If you have any music requests that are not in the existing repertoire below, please let us know, we love a challenge!

About supplier

The Bees Knees are a professional Party Band for all of Your Event Needs. Play a range of pop, rock, motown, ska and more! We have a lot of experience and it shows!

from £896 / event