/r/makeaband

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Know how to play an instrument? Love music? Just want to get on stage? Trying to make a band? This is the safe discussion sub for starting a real life band of your own.

Welcome to /r/MakeABand!

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More changes to come

  • Please include a [Location] and [Genre] tag when submitting a text post. It should look something like this: [Location][Genre] Short and straight-forward text here.

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  • Share your stories! – If you end up collaborating with anyone, come back and let us know! It's nice to see things working out.

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Looking for Guitarist In Edinburgh or surrounding areas

I am a 16 year old singer around the Edinburgh area that is in a band that currently has a drummer and keyboardist alongside me and we have multiple songs written. We would like to hopefully start gigging and recording music.

If you are from a nearby area please let me know

Hope to hear from you soon!

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2024/10/29
19:28 UTC

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Bassist von TARNISHED aus Kaarst sucht Verstärkung am Schlagzeug und Gitarre!

  • Geschlecht: egal
  • Alter: 16-30
  • Musik: ONLY THRASH METAL
  • Anspruch: Hobby, Nebenprojekt
  • Skill: Anfänger, Fortgeschritten, Erfahren, Profi
  • Erscheinungsbild: Metalhead/Punk
  • Sound wie: Kreator, Sodom, Slayer, Metallica, Void, Testament, Destruction, Pripjat, Violator...

Man kann sich gegenseitig neue Sachen beibringen oder zusammen lernen. Es wird ein entspannter und lockerer Umgang.

(Trinkfest solltest du sein)

Wenn du Interesse bekommen hast oder Fragen hast, melde dich einfach bei mir!

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2024/10/25
13:38 UTC

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Looking for Metal Guitarist and Drummer

We are a bassist and vocalist looking to start a metal/metalcore band. We communicate and share files online. The singer uses harsh vocals (similar to Whitechapel, Orbit Culture, and Knocked Loose). We are trying to create a heavy sound that is also groovy (similar to Jinjer).

Contact me if you:

  1. Are a guitarist or drummer.

  2. Have an audio interface and are comfortable creating music piece by piece online.

  3. Have no plans of ever gigging.

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2024/10/25
12:47 UTC

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Hard Groove Rock Band (London)

Hi! I’m 16 based in SE London. I play guitar and bass and I sing pretty good (I can’t write lyrics very well). I’m looking to form/join a groove rock band with some heavier elements e.g Royal Blood, Queens of the Stone Age, Audioslave. I kinda want to branch out into heavier sounds for example Tool and Deftones but I could take it or leave it. I have some pretty good connections for entry level gigs and I have previous and current experience with live playing and writing songs. DM if interested. Have a nice day!

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2024/10/24
19:52 UTC

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Emo pop project looking for co vocalist or even band members.

https://on.soundcloud.com/zJgPxcgGGGB7X55H9

Since I can’t link it ^^

Male or female vocalist welcome. Looking to do something a touch different. Track will get sent to my guy in Miami for mixing and mastering. Hit me up!

2 Comments
2024/10/24
19:48 UTC

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Looking to start a teen rock/metal band in the Nashville area

We already have bass and drums and looking for singer and guitarist anywhere from 13 to 17 in the Nashville or middle Tennessee region

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2024/10/24
01:42 UTC

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Looking to join/start

I am a beginner death metal/deathcore vocalist looking to join or start a metal band in the heavier genres, contact me if you would like to give me a try

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2024/10/23
17:46 UTC

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Guitarist in Akron Area

Hello,

28y/o guitarist from Akron OH I play anything rock, scorpions, rise against, Paramore, etc

Looking to get together with some other people to jam, write, maybe do some basement recordings.

Hope to hear from ya!

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2024/10/23
01:57 UTC

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Making a band with my friends

I'm making a band with my friends, but we don't know how to make a good song, or even a band name. We r doing alternative music, any tips?

2 Comments
2024/10/23
00:09 UTC

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Looking for bassist (UK)

We are looking for a bassist for our band, we are based in Peterborough but are able to travel if you are nearby as we can drive, we play metal (death metal, blackened death metal, numetal and metalcore) we have a drummer, vocalist and a guitarist right now and as soon as we find a bassist we are going to start working out songs and band practice as a regular thing. Message me if you have any questions.

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2024/10/20
11:08 UTC

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Seeking Manchester musicians

Looking for Manchester based musicians to jam with and possibly form a band, I play guitar and a bit of keys and I'm into a variety of genres, disco, soul, funk, blues, rock, pop, electronica, hip hop, house, jazz

Interested in playing most things and trying some fusion

I wouldn't say I'm advanced but I've played for 10+ years and have a reasonable understanding of popular music theory and can play some challenging things (sultans of swing lead for example) but I'd say I'm more versatile genre wise

Hit me up

Edit: I'm 29 and I live in South Greater Manchester in the UK just fyi

5 Comments
2024/10/18
14:46 UTC

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Online grindcore or if you are in turkey İstanbul we can meet

Im a vocalist in need of a gitarist bassist and drummer

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2024/10/18
13:36 UTC

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Looking for Drummer and Bass player Near Washington DC

Drummer and bass player Needed! [Washington DC]

Hi, im Rui(nickname) I'm 14, I play guitar and sing for my band Øbsidian. I had to change my band members because they weren't as passionate as I am about music. I'm looking for two members at least 14 - 16 to become members of Øbsidian.

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2024/10/17
23:19 UTC

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Looking for a guitarist near Huntsville Alabama

We’re a alternative rock/ indie rock band based in the Huntsville area. We’re just starting off and only have a little bit of content wrote. We want to bring in another guitarist for rhythm/auxiliary work, or if they would prefer lead that works too.

We’re really interested in doing things like Lord Huron and Radiohead. They are our biggest inspirations. We do have a few songs wrote, but we want everyone to feel included in the writing process of the lyrics and music. We have the connections to get on stage but it’s about getting the performance ready and acquiring the mandatory gear.

Let us know if you’re interested!

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2024/10/17
18:12 UTC

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Metal Guitarist/Bassist looking for a Band

I'm looking for metal bands join, that are working remotely at the moment, because I got a full time job. I can play both guitar and bass, mainly guitar, but willing to do what I needed for. I'm inspired by so many bands, so I can play several styles of metal. You can ask me anything if you need more info. If interested, please DM me, I can send you my Discord or Email, whichever one works best for you.

Here is some of my work (I can send more if needed):

https://soundcloud.com/user-638282696/erase-my-name

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2024/10/17
15:12 UTC

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Bassist & 2nd Guitarist Needed for Post-Punk Band in Manchester, UK

Hey Guys!

Myself (Jack, Guitar), James (Vocals) and Cathal (Drums) have started a Post-Punk band. We got about 6 songs from start to finish sorted and loads of ideas and demos floating about - had a bit of bad luck trying to find the right bassist, and no luck at all finding an additional guitarist.

The 3 of us have a really tight bond for people who were essentially strangers a few months ago, and we work properly well together as we're all really keen to take this band seriously, record a few singles by the beginning of next year and rehearse for 4 hours once a week in the evenings. We've all been in bands before so we know how to get things moving.

https://soundcloud.com/jack-arnold-4/sets/my-tunes - Here's a link to my Soundcloud. Impasse, Rabbit Run and Young Bucks are songs we're currently working on.

As a bassist, you'll need to be able to lock into the groove, good improvisation skills for jamming, can play lightly as well as giving it a bit of welly, play with a pick (as well as ya fingers if you want to) and be up for getting a few pedals along the line if you don't already have some.

As a guitarist, would be cool if you have a good style in terms on chord choices, I'm not really someone who believes in the whole "you're the rhythm player, I'm the lead player" thing, I think it's a pretty shitty way of looking at it, more just playing what's right for the song, which could mean a harmony, random noise and simple just a nice drone-y wash-y verb'd note that sits nice in the mix - also, sort of crucial you have a pedalboard - we do some experimental stuff so the essentials are the minimum.

As much songwriting that you want to contribute is completely up to you - I'd personally love to have people in the band who will bring songs to the table. but if you just want to add parts and play along to the songs we have already - that's completely fine too!

We're 26, 28 and a (young looking) 32 - so ideally looking for people in and around that age bracket.

We're sort of still finding our sound, we got a good idea, but we want to experiment a fair bit and try out all sorts. Like any good post-punk band, they all bring in certain sub-genre's that really work for them and that's what we're all figuring out.

Bands for Reference: The Murder Capital, Preoccupations, Radiohead, Just Mustard, Do Nothing, Husky Loops, DITZ, Egyptian Blue, Foals, Everything Everything, Spirit of The Beehive, Corridor, N0V3L, The Fall, Humour, Folly Group, The Chemical Brothers, Tigercub, Joy Division, Echo & The Bunnymen, IDLES, CLT DRP ect...

Swing me a message on insta jnarnold_ or give me a shout on WhatsApp 07361825719.

Cheers!

Jack

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2024/10/15
23:19 UTC

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Chicago, IL - Looking for bandmates

Hi there! Recently moved to the windy city and I'm looking to get back into making music. I left a band behind in my hometown and have sat in for a few others recently.

I'd love to start or join a casual group that can play bars and weddings AND/OR learn and write some original material as well. I'm a bass and guitar player. Been writing for a long time but I've never made an effort to play it live.

Let's talk and see if we would be a good fit!

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2024/10/14
17:06 UTC

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NW London - Forming alt rock band

Hi, I'm forming an alternative rock band in North West London (Brent mainly) and I'm looking for a bass player who uses a pick.

I'm in my early 20s and am hoping to have band members of a similar age. I'm not bothered by technicality at all, and more concerned by passion. I plan to continue writing the lyrics solely by myself once the band is formed, but I don't mind jamming up songs in addition to bringing in songs I've already created. I'll link the demos below.

My main influences include Nirvana, the Manic Street Preachers and Queens Of The Stone Age, while Mark Lanegan, the rest of the main 'grunge' bands, the Buzzcocks, Black Flag, Pixies, Placebo and R.E.M. are other influences on me among many others.

Link: [https://jmp.sh/9K6al2Jp\](https://jmp.sh/9K6al2Jp\)

I'm happy to talk more if you are interested or have any questions, and I'm ready to start straight away. Thanks

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2024/10/14
16:48 UTC

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Looking for musicians

Hello, my name is Shane.

I’m from County Durham, England.

I’m currently looking for somebody who is multi-skilled in playing the guitar, the bass drums, and potentially someone who can mix and produce. Individuals who can do either or.

The genre of music I’m looking to make with you is electric punk (apparently). Inspired by artists such as:

Sleaford Mods Baxter Dury Billy No Mates Viagra boys

Topics around: Politics Life experience Our bad times Our stories Our good times Wankers in the media And open to others or anything, let’s fucking get creative.

I can sing, but not the best. I can rap and shout; almost it’s hard to explain; it’s like a mixture of fast lyrics with slowed tempos with a touch of heavy vocals in there.

I’ve had a pretty fucked up life, but it’s one of them where you just get on with it. I know no one’s life is easy, so I’m not playing the sympathetic card.

I lost my mother to cancer in March 2024. She was 47 years old; I am about to turn 29.

2 year battle from diagnosed—warrior. I would love to express my anger and grief with music. I want people to relate and know they aren’t alone. Bands above got me out walking with the dog and helped me tackle Mam's illness head-on.

My mother was diagnosed with bipolar when she was 18 years old, and I was just a baby. There were easy 15 years of my life where my mother was poorly with her mental illness, and the things I witnessed and endured during those times were horrific. Mental hospitals, court orders, domestic violence, abuse, neglect… I could go on forever.

Yet again, I would love to express this.

Jobs have fucked me in the arse getting pushed out and treated like a child. Pushed out due to baggage and being diagnosed with epilepsy.

I was diagnosed with epilepsy when I was 26 due to seizures happening due to "stress.” At the time I was on some antidepressants that meant to help me sleep. Well, I went crazy and started having seizures not long after taking them, and as I’ve stopped taking them, my seizures have stopped.

I would love to express a song about pharmaceuticals.

I’ve witnessed some beautiful things in life as well. I have been lucky on many occasions in my time, and as much as all this is doom and gloom, I still laugh, I still get up, but something is missing. The missing feeling is not being able to vent.

I’m wondering if anyone has any ideas, help, or wants to support.

Thanks for listening if you got this far.

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2024/10/13
10:24 UTC

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Miami/Florida

I’m a drummer moving to Miami soon and I’m looking to start a band. Hardcore/metal-influences such as Knocked Loose, Architects, Turnstile. Must have experience and willingness to tour and commit. Late 20’s myself.

Looking forward to hearing from you! Or get inputs on how to get into the scene here. Thanks

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2024/10/12
17:42 UTC

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Online Deathcore Project

Hey I’m trying to improve as a guitarist in general and want to start making music. I have some beginner ish experience recording and songwriting and want to collaborate with people.

5 Comments
2024/10/11
20:20 UTC

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Looking for a Singer! Post-Hardcore-ish?

https://soundcloud.com/313679187

We are looking for a vocalist to help finish our demo. Message me if you might be interested.

Singing over screaming.

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2024/10/10
17:30 UTC

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15M Estonia🇪🇪 Looking to create a hard/punk/garage rock band🔥

Title says it

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2024/10/10
07:09 UTC

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Male (30) California Bay Area singer looking for a guitarist, pianist, or other to do open mics or just jam

I often think about starting a band, but sometimes I think it might be easier to start with open mics and see what kinda people I gel with artistically and maybe network that way. Maybe I'll meet future bandmates on the journey.

I really like these Tuesday Night Open Mics at the Starry Plough but I don't know any instruments currently, so it'd be cool to work with someone who does. We could do covers of all sorts of stuff, though I gravitate towards rock and indie stuff. The Killers, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Yellowcard, Foo Fighters, Taking Back Sunday, The Fray, Johnny Cash, Smashing Pumpkins, Sunny Day Real Estate, Rise Against, and Death Cab For Cutie all come to mind, though there's obviously other artists I like and would be down to cover, tho that I hope gives a bit of range.

I also write lyrics, tho I don't really have instrumentals for them. If you're up to a challenge I could always sing stuff like I have it in my head and you could make an instrumental, or I'd be happy to try putting vocals to instrumentals of yours.

Feel free to hit me up if you're interested!

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2024/10/09
22:07 UTC

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ISO female singer (activist prog / computer / post metal band)

Hola! I’m Álvaro (he / his / él). 29 yr-old queer composer and programmer based on Long Beach CA. I make music with code! Looking for a fem singer that can do screaming and ideally melodic singing too (mezzo-ish). Singing in Spanish is a plus!

  • Genre: avant-garde / prog / post-metal band
  • Themes: feminism, LGTBQ+, social justice
  • Where: LA, California or remotely around the US.
  • Influences: Olivia Gatwood, Melissa Lozada-Oliva, Meshuggah, Gojira, Svalbard, Spiritbox, Imperial Triumphant, Tigran Hamasyan, Steve Reich, Exivious, Brad Mehldau

My instagram is alvaro.makes.music. Check my demo reel here!

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2024/10/08
23:56 UTC

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Looking for a singer songwriter based in london (south)

So I'm looking for a singer songwriter Bonus if you can play the guitar. I'm making a band, of course it's more of for hobbies sake, but I am looking for somone who has a passion for music.

Here's the style I'm after:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNZRzbKFTQFKoc_btDVhWXQlh84i69kXN

Might help in giving you an idea if you meet the requirements

DM me if you're down. <3

(If you're seeing this ad more than once , yes ive posted this else where )

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2024/10/08
05:01 UTC

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Looking for AFAB/ masc Female Singers that Would love to be apart of a rnb/pop/hiphop Band.

Yo yo. if you like to sing and do so well in some way and are very passionate about it come on out and join my crew. I'm looking for 4 creative spirits to sing, dance, and write (if you can't dance or write that's okay). I think the industry. needs something new and refreshing and this could represent the community in a positive light. Mainly inspired by *NSYNC, bts, Sonder, NOGUIDANCE, the internet, etc. If you're between the ages of 17-24, HMU. Let's talk. 🗽

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2024/10/08
04:08 UTC

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Looking for lead guitarist for Post-hardcore band LA (SFV)

I (17) am a rhythm guitarist in search for an extra guitarist for a post-hardcore band in the making Preferably in or near the San Fernando Valley

Some of my inspos: Silverstein, Taking Back Sunday, Chiodos, Underoath

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2024/10/06
08:40 UTC

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Deserate to play music with people

Im a guitarist and have played guitar for 5months comming up on 6 and im a rythm guitarist tryung ti get inti beung a lead and i really want some experience

2 Comments
2024/10/06
05:00 UTC

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Looking for People to Jam with Near Cleveland, Ohio

Recently moved to the Cleveland area and am looking for people to jam with. I'm 39 and heavily influenced by punk, pop-punk and post-hardcore, but pretty open to exploring other sounds. I played bass for many years, but started playing drums about four years ago and haven't had a chance to play with others on drums so would really like to do that. Shoot me a message if you're in the area and interested in jamming!

3 Comments
2024/10/03
03:19 UTC

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