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New Female Vocalist looking to start cover band paige1295 - 10 hrs ago
Hi :)
My Name is Paige.
I am looking to see if anyone in Auckland is keen to start a cover band? I’m hoping to focus mainly on Paramo...
Guitar player available Incaroads - 12 hrs ago
Hi guitar player, 51 looking for people to do original/covers
I have equipment, transport and time.
021 0850 2041
Cheers...
Jazz band looking for horns Mathilde - Yesterday at 10:26am
Synth keyboards Act of vengeance - Yesterday at 2:21pm
Rhythm guitarist wanted Act of vengeance - Yesterday at 2:21pm
Lets start a Sludge Metal band Mike B - 2 days ago
Guitarist and Bass Player seek a Drummer, Vocalist and maybe second guitarist for sludge metal project.
You like Acid Bath, Eyehategod, Cro...
Guitarist looking for people to jam with echoingthesound - 3 days ago
I am a 38 year old, Auckland-based male guitarist looking for like-minded people to jam with, or just to hang out with and talk music. I'd l...
Band members wanted INTERLOCKED - 3 days ago
Looking for band members in Whakatane to play/make some epic music with me B)
All instruments welcome...
Singer guitarist INTERLOCKED - 3 days ago
I sing, write, and play guitar. I really wanna play with other musicians and make cool stuff
hi i am a 24 year old amateur guitarist trying to get back into playing after being slack for a while and was hoping to find people to jam w...
Looking for musicians EdwardPlays - 5 days ago
Looking for musician friends as just moved from England and I don’t have a single friend lol
I listen to all kinds of music - deerhoof, cha...
Drummer wanted to join our Classic Rock Covers Band.
BVs or shared lead vocals would be great.
We have a Mackie PA, Lighting Rig, Website...
Bass player wanted for originals project Theretheygobuffalo - 09 Sep 2025
Hi currently looking for a bassist to fill out our lineup
We’re a local band (all in our early 20s) based in Mount Eden central Auckland, w...
Drummer wanted for Auckland Heavy Metal Band WOLFSHEAD - 07 Sep 2025
Rock covers guitarist required Brent Tustin - 06 Sep 2025
Guitarist wanted
Must play rhythm and lead for rock covers band.
Looking for long term commitment with plans to gig around once every thre...
Looking for a bass guitar Clara - 06 Sep 2025
I'm just starting out and looking for a beginner bass guitar. I have almost no experience, apart from this one time me and some friends trie...
Rock covers band Rock Alternative Matty - 06 Sep 2025
Hey there
Looking for an experienced Bassist for a covers band, U2, 3 doors down, think 90’s style rock anthology as examples. Easy going,...
We're looking for brass players and Saxophone players - Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Sousaphone and Saxophone.
We are different to anything you...
Blues and Blues Rock Erik - 05 Sep 2025
I've got a drummer, looking for bass-player and another guitar player/keyboards to form a blues and blues-rock band. Some choice covers, som...
Bass player keen to do originals rush_2112 - 04 Sep 2025
Manawatu bass player keen to join up with a group to do some originals, preferably metal.
027 475 1307...
Musicians wanted ReliableRichard - 03 Sep 2025
All girl punk/grunge band looking for drummer and bassist
Current members guitarist (23) singer (25)...
Rock jammers and song writers Craigy - 02 Sep 2025
I've been in a few bands over the years, nothing too serious, gigs for fun more than $$$
I have songs and lyrics coming out my ears, but...
Keyboardist looking for casual social band Soizj - 01 Sep 2025
I'm a Keyboardist / Piano player, recently moved to Auckland (Ponsonby area). Im 36, played in some pretty amateur bands over the last 15 ye...
jUnk fuNkie required jazzpunk - 01 Sep 2025
Part time Keyboard Piano Teacher Wanted LincolnMusic - 31 Aug 2025
Lincoln Heights School in Massey, West Auckland, offers a range of music tuition to the Community outside school hours.
We teach classes of...
Blues Singer Wanted Burrie - 31 Aug 2025
Guitarist singer looking for some fun fenderstrat23 - 31 Aug 2025
Hey everyone! I'm a guitarist/singer and I'm really keen to get back into playing live music/gigs. Keen to fill in as a guitarist for any ex...
Drummer and bassist required Johnny Rebel - 30 Aug 2025
Drummer looking for a band Andrew - 29 Aug 2025
Age: 13
Area: South Auckland
Looking for a band in need of a drummer preferably 13-16 yrs old.
Wanting to write original songs...
Guitarist looking to start join a band Garth - 29 Aug 2025
Yo!
As title says, looking to join/start a band.
Ideally like to get in touch with people looking to make metal music, bands I like in n...
Drummer Available Zed - 27 Aug 2025
Experienced Keys player wanted Tee 8888 - 25 Aug 2025
Looking for a seasoned keys player, for funk, jazz fusion, groove based band.
Have gig lined up, potentially more depending on if we're...
Hard Rock Originals yujoonan1130 - 23 Aug 2025
Hi!
Looking for a singer who is able to sing 80's rock stuff!
Someone who has the potential to sing - from like Aerosmith and Guns N' Rose...
Covers band Rock Covers n such INOCULUM - 22 Aug 2025
Wanting to do a rock and pop covers band
Need
Guitarist
Drums
Bass.
Covers band Rock Covers n such INOCULUM - 22 Aug 2025
Wanting to do a rock and pop covers band
Need
Guitarist
Drums
Bass.
Hey there! I’m a passionate lyricist based in Auckland, looking to team up with a band or musicians who want to make something fresh, meanin...
Looking for Band Lilly - 22 Aug 2025
Heya
I’m Lilly. I’m a singer from Germany, got a few years of experience as a band member and solo artist. Got a bunch of original songs,...
Acoustic Guitarist Backing Vocals Required Charliec - 21 Aug 2025
Covers band female vocalist required The Shepherds NZ - 20 Aug 2025
Current band lineup members consisting of 1 drummer, 2 guitarists, lyricist in Auckland
looking for 1-2 Vocalists A wide ranged synth pl...
The Larry Normans want you The Larry Normans - 18 Aug 2025
Drummer with a strong style yet can play behind the beat (at times) is what we are looking for. We have a free full time rehearsal space wit...
Looking for mates to jam with Liam - 18 Aug 2025
Yo I’m a vocalist and shitty guitar player - looking to meet people and get jamming.
I’m a 28 year old doctor of emergency medicine, I’v...
ToneBox needs a Lead Guitarist T.Hollands - 17 Aug 2025
Experienced Vocalist front person required Johnny Rebel - 17 Aug 2025
New Mature rock /blues band in the Waikato area looking for experienced vocalist front person Male or Female
Ability to play an instrument...
Musos Wanted for Originals Band Marc Welby - 17 Aug 2025
Forming a band chch highschoolers Gus - 16 Aug 2025
Hello there, looking to form a band anyone in highschool in the christchurch area, grunge rock, alt rock, rock. I have drums, bass and guita...
Drummer wanted for covers band Ellery - 16 Aug 2025
Drummer wanted for an existing covers band based in the Wellington region (practices are in Lower Hutt). We have played many gigs in local c...
Drummer wanted for punk band Blacklick - 16 Aug 2025
We are a punk band in wellington looking for a new drummer. We practice in the city. You can check out our music at Blacklick.bandcamp.com...
Drummer from Waihi ready to go BenThompson - 15 Aug 2025
Looking for interesting project or band Martyn M - 15 Aug 2025
I’m a vintage (58) multi instrumentalist, primarily bass and keys. I’m interested in anything a bit dark and esoteric in the post-punk, expe...
Looking for band members Nameless Joy - 14 Aug 2025
Hiii im looking for some people to join my band and to jam out and write some songs, im looking for a bassist, guitarist, and a drummer...
Vocalist looking for Midwest Emo project TheJammingGerman - 14 Aug 2025
Drummer singer looking for band Auckland patrickb1 - 13 Aug 2025
Vocalist/Singer Wanted for 80s Band Kirsty - 12 Aug 2025
Singer/vocalist wanted for a 5 piece 80s covers band based in Horowhenua.
We are ideally looking for someone who can sing 40+ songs....
Bassist looking for new home Jason Wilson - 12 Aug 2025
Hi all
I am looking for a working covers band in Auckland.
I've played heaps or corporate and pub gigs all around Auckland and the rest o...
Drummer wanted for Metal Fusion project Wilch - 12 Aug 2025
Solo vocalist looking for a drummer to start a masked heavy project by the name Hallowdrid.
Already have guitarist, keys and bass. songs al...
starting a alternative rock grunge punk band RubyH - 10 Aug 2025
my name is Ruby, I am looking to start a angsty female band i play guitar but i would like a lead guitarist and someone to do backing vocals...
Looking to form a rock band Bass Player - 09 Aug 2025
Heya, I am 18 years old and on the Hibiscus Coast of Auckland. I am looking at forming a rock band along the lines of playing things like Sm...
Rock Quest Band pepperoni - 07 Aug 2025
I am a vocalist and a songwriter who won Rock Quest Best Vocalist 2025. I am looking to form another band.
Rock Quest is a New Zealand B...
Versatile Waikato drummer Rob - 06 Aug 2025
Experienced drummer looking for any style to gig frequently, have gear and transport.
Rock, metal, blues...
Versatile Waikato drummer Rob - 06 Aug 2025
Experienced drummer looking for any style to gig frequently, have gear and transport.
Rock, metal, blues...
Drummer with vocals Dave - 06 Aug 2025
Hi, I am a drummer with great bv's and can sing lead too, mature very experienced, playing top flagship Electronic kit, own transport lookin...
Experienced keys player wanted Tee 8888 - 05 Aug 2025
Jazz/funk/versatile band with upcoming gigs needing experienced Bass player with solid time. Funk & Jazz chops would be great but not essent...
Looking for a stripped back indie rock drummer DuncanC - 05 Aug 2025
We’re a looking for a drummer to complete our band. We’ve got a handful of demos ready to go and a whole bunch of songs that we're working...
Indie Rock Band Looking for Drummer GarethMeade - 04 Aug 2025
Lead Guitarist Required for heavy grunge sort of band FUBAR - 03 Aug 2025
Hi. We are project based in Wellington who are searching for a creative guitarist to join our band. Currently operating as a three piece of...
Drummer Wanted J Rock Covers Band Nas_AMG - 02 Aug 2025
Experienced Bass Player wanted Shed24 - 31 Jul 2025
Hi there, we are a local band from out Rolleston way looking for a new bass guitarist to join a well-established gigging band. We are bunch...
Harry W Live Band Harry W - 31 Jul 2025
Keys wanted for Raging Flowers band to play festivals next summer Amy W Raging Flowers - 29 Jul 2025
Guitarist available Alex le Roux - 29 Jul 2025
Yo! My name is Alex (27) and I'm an intermediate guitarist with a love for most music genres (rock, blues, jazz, metal, punk etc..).
I'm lo...
Intermediate Guitarist Needed nzdrums - 28 Jul 2025
I’ve already put a post up for a keys player but looking for another guitarist now -
We’re a rock band based in Auckland. We’re currently l...
looking for a bassist in auckland robbie aj - 27 Jul 2025
looking for a bass player to join our new band based in auckland. our ages range from 17 to 23 and we mainly play rock but open to any genre...
BAD FOR EDUCATION - Forming Band badforeducation - 26 Jul 2025
Guitarist and Bassist with heaps of experience looking for two additional members as per the listing.
Kyuss, Nirvana, Rage, Deftones as a...
Hi everyone, I'm just looking for anyone who wants to jam rock/metal songs. I play electric guitar but I can also sing baritone, and don't m...
looking for keys player in auckland robbie aj - 25 Jul 2025
We’re a rock band based in Auckland. We’re currently looking for a keys player to join the band permanently. A little about us: we made this...
Keys and bass player wanted for new Auckland band nzdrums - 25 Jul 2025
We are an Auckland band just starting up and trying things out (currently have vocals, drums, guitar)
We are looking for a keys player and...
Looking for band any level Pbvdh99 - 24 Jul 2025
Hi, I am a 26 y/o M (bedroom) guitarist looking for people to play with, covers, originals, jams, any genre. Rythmn or lead. Would best suit...
Prog Rock Nu Metal guitar and bass needed mandala - 24 Jul 2025
We are an experienced drummer and female vocalist looking for like minded musicians to start a prog-rock / nu-metal band (except probably wi...
Rock drummer looking to join band Vinnie_BLH - 23 Jul 2025
I'm an intermediate drummer with about a decade of experience drumming casually in my free time. Been in a few high school bands but nothing...
Bass Player Needed for Heavy Metal Band Vinnie_BLH - 23 Jul 2025
Need a bass player willing to play original heavy metal songs. Currently also looking for a drummer. Casual right now but looking to take se...
Heavy Metal Drummer Needed Vinnie_BLH - 23 Jul 2025
Basically just looking for a drummer who would be interested in performing and potentially recording original heavy metal songs. The songs a...
Drummer looking for covers band Simon - 23 Jul 2025
Hey guys. I’m looking for a covers band. However, what I’m looking for is a covers band that does a bit more than the typical pub covers, cl...
Indie folk musicians Pingu - 22 Jul 2025
Hullo!
We're looking for some indie folk musicians to finish the lineup for a band. So far we have banjo, acoustic guitar and vocals. Loo...
Drummer Possible Backing Vocalist Wanted Clem - 21 Jul 2025
Hello My Friend and I are looking to start up a pop punk Cover band and we need someone who plays the drums and can preferably sing back up...
Electric Guitarist Wanted Back Up Singer Clem - 21 Jul 2025
Hello My Friend and I are looking to start up a pop punk Cover band and we need someone who plays electric guitar and can preferably sing ba...
Auckland Music Studio First Gen Studios - 21 Jul 2025
Bass player looking for band Alex Hall - 20 Jul 2025
45 year old male bass player looking for band in Wairarapa. I live in Masterton but can travel throughout the region for rehearsal. Have all...
Drummer available drumtutor - 20 Jul 2025
Drummer Available Auckland PocketRocket - 19 Jul 2025
Drummer available in Auckland. Looking to join a covers band after my previous covers band came to an end after 4 epic years. Keen for regul...
Guitarist wanted BryanHunter - 19 Jul 2025
Big Boy Bry & the rascals is still on the hunt for an early 50's guitarist. If you can play the blues with or without a jazz influence this...
Working Band looking for Drummer Markdee - 16 Jul 2025
Our working band is looking for a drummer. We have multiple gigs booked and need a drummer with the following attributes.
Must have the ch...
Drummer wanting to form an indie pop band jabezrm - 15 Jul 2025
Looking for a vocalist, guitarist and bassist that is into indie pop/r&b/bedroom pop, as I've been wanting to make an indie pop band. For co...
Hello musicians CBmusic - 14 Jul 2025
Keen to form a Soul Pop Indie Upbeat band Jose - 13 Jul 2025
I'm a drummer and Ive been wanting to join or form a band that plays similar likings as me, Think of Motown, Blues, Rock, Ballad rocks, Pop,...
Looking for a semi serious guitarist PublicInterest - 13 Jul 2025
Im a drummer Looking for a band to join Jose - 13 Jul 2025
Experienced Drummer Available bestdrummer - 12 Jul 2025
Versatile and experienced. I have a great groove and feel and good rhythm sense. Looking to team up with other good musos that need a good d...
Auckland bassist available for working band Jason Wilson - 11 Jul 2025
Hi all
I am looking for a working covers band, that doesn't play the same old setlist as every other band.
No Wagon Wheel, Why does love d...
Hey Team, I sing in a band but want to do a chilled project, I have all the gear, get the gigs, I need an acoustic guitarist. Do rock/easy l...
50s style RNR drummer BryanHunter - 09 Jul 2025
Looking for 50's style drummer with B/V's for my 6 piece authentic RNR band.
If you have the vibe for that jive, send me a line.
Rehearse...
Metal Bass Player Wanted Teen Band NikThrasher - 08 Jul 2025
Rock Metal vocalist wanted Teen Band NikThrasher - 08 Jul 2025
Guitrist Wanted Teen Metal Band NikThrasher - 08 Jul 2025
Guitarist for Metal covers Raggidy do - 08 Jul 2025
Female vocalist (26) looking to join a band DaniBase - 07 Jul 2025
I am a singer looking to join a band - love pop and country music but open to other genres. I am currently having vocal coaching and now wan...
Keyboardist wanted for established band Seb Bishop - 05 Jul 2025
Experienced guitarist available Sergei - 05 Jul 2025
Prog Rock Guitarist and Keyboardist wanted Ryan_THICCBASS - 05 Jul 2025
Hey everyone, I’m a 19 year old Bassist whose band broke up a few months ago and am trying to start a new band at the moment. I’ve already g...
Bassplayer available MartyForrer - 04 Jul 2025
Drummer wanted for Pop Punk project unwashedmusician - 04 Jul 2025
Hey,
We are currently a two man project but we are going to be filming a music video in October and are in need of a drummer. A permanent m...
Experienced bassist available for original projects or covers depending on the type/style of music. Comfortable with rock and metal feel....
Looking to jam some electronic style stuff Michael_Mead - 02 Jul 2025
I play lead guitar and sing, looking to have a jam with someone who can do some electronic stuff. Something like beacon bloom. I like the Af...
Drummer wanted for country band Michael_Mead - 02 Jul 2025
I’m a 35yr old guy looking to start a country band. Looking for a drummer but also potentially a bass or others.
Chris Stapleton, Luke C...
Female singer wanted Castaways Band - 02 Jul 2025
Looking for a female singer to share lead vocals. We are a covers band in Auckland. If that's you please call Norm 0212840888....
Permanent Drummer Wanted Superglacier - 29 Jun 2025
Hi all!
My band Superglacier are looking for a new permanent drummer to join us! We’re Auckland based.
We’ve just released an EP which you...
Want to jam out with other guitar players Chestnuttree - 29 Jun 2025
Hi I am interested in meeting up with guitar and bass and drum player's.
I like Metal and Rock Music and play AC DC ,Iron Maiden, Judas Pr...
LOOKING FOR BAND ellssscc - 28 Jun 2025
Hiya! I'm a bass player looking for band members to play and write some alt-rock punk and all adjacent genres. I've never played with others...
Jam Session Auckland Glenn - 26 Jun 2025
Hi, 50 year old male. I play guitar (acoustic mainly), although dabble in bass and electric. I play keyboards and piano as well. My influenc...
Looking for a Band Vocals sarahxhinton - 25 Jun 2025
Vocalist Looking to Join/Start a Band – Auckland Based (22 y/o)
Hey! I’m a 22-year-old vocalist based in Auckland looking to join a band...
20 year old singer looking for a band max - 24 Jun 2025
I was in a band in Christchurch and I now live in Wellington and am looking for a band/guitarist to start making originals. I want people ar...
Guitarist available Aron - 23 Jun 2025
THE MIRA LACEY TRIO Jazzabelle - 23 Jun 2025
Indie Pop Drummer HVirk - 23 Jun 2025
I am an emerging indie-pop artist and have been writing and producing my own songs over the past year. I am looking for a drummer to meet up...
Bryce Perrett Entertainer Bryce Perrett Entertainer - 22 Jun 2025
Lead Gat player with vocals Dave - 22 Jun 2025
We are an established Auckland based covers band playing a wide range of classic and other popular songs, we are a gigging band playing pubs...
Guitarist looking to form covers band Musoman - 21 Jun 2025
Hi guys, guitarist here looking to form a 4 piece cover band. All ranges from rock, pop to funk to country to anything family friendly reall...
music producer and beatmaker Ronaldo chagas - 31 May 2025
Dancetopia DJs karaoke Hosts wanted jaebedford - 06 May 2025
Music teachers wanted Online In Person NZ AU jaebedford - 06 May 2025
Rehearsal Shed for Rent Macken_NZ - 10 Apr 2025
Sound guys preferably with gear daveym - 09 Apr 2025
We are looking for a very good sound guy to do our sound for a LED Zepellin / Deep Purple Tribute band based in Auckland...
Where s a good venue 50 pax for band Hadge - 27 Mar 2025
We are looking for a great venue, a pub or the like where we can play to 40 to 50 people- who’s got some recommendations?...
GC Guitar Guitar Workshop Central Auckland GC - 04 Mar 2025
Lunchbox Studio Rehearsal Space Lunchbox Studio - 19 Feb 2025
Rehearsal and Recording space available Part Time Band - 15 Feb 2025
Guitar Amp Tech Services KiwiTone - 09 Dec 2024
Hello
I'm starting a guitar/amp repair studio on the West Coast & was wondering if I could post the following on your forum & fb page.
Kin...
Music distribution Bozar - 27 Nov 2024
I’m 75 years old; have never performed publicly; am a very limited guitar player. However I wrote a song each year for my wife ( now decease...
Drum lessons available Iplaydrums - 07 Nov 2024
I am a drummer with 30 years of experience. Keen to share my knowledge and expertise with the community...
videographer wanted mooninthemaking - 22 Oct 2024
Hi all, I'm looking for a videographer or two to film a small music event coming up in 2 weeks in mt eden. Can send and discuss details - me...
North Shore Pro Studio Rehearsal Rooms CBmusic - 12 Aug 2024
Auckland Guitar Lessons Auckland Guitar Lessons - 26 Jul 2024
Roadie service available PENETRATOR1000 - 25 Jul 2024
Limited Spots Available in the Ding Dong Lounge Band Competition 2024 ACT UP Entertainment - 15 Jun 2024
Hi!
I write & produce my own music both for film and solo work but I've been thinking lately I wouldn't mind offering my services to others...
Band Photographer Available paradox - 26 Apr 2024
Hi,
I am a photographer based in South Auckland. I have done both band pictures and capturing live performances.
Feel free to message...
Music Lessons Guitar Drums Bass Simons Music Lessons - 26 Feb 2024
GREEN RIVER BAND Kris - 29 Jan 2024
Patience Drum Studio Auckland Patience Drum Studio - 21 Nov 2023
Clarinet and piano lessons Billie Hart - 06 Nov 2023
Clarinet and piano lessons available for all ages at my studio in Silverdale.
I have experience teaching all levels of experience.
Ple...
Jazz Session Drummer For Hire Rhohil - 01 Oct 2023
Piano and flute teaching sweetmelodiesnz - 13 Aug 2023
Hi, my name is Sharon Sharma. I've been teaching music for 10 years both privately and within music centres. I've studied the flute up to pe...
Screenprinting band merch Surreal Screenprint - 02 Aug 2023
Valve Amp Repair Specialist Anvil Amplifiers - 14 Jul 2023
Live Sound engineer and or production manager Tuft - 18 Jun 2023
Are you looking to tour the country or have a gig coming up that you need to sound excellent but both want someone that can capably reproduc...
The Sharing Shed Practice Rooms Webb Street Music Rooms - 16 May 2023
Pay what you want mixing production service craigknz - 09 May 2023
Im an Auckland based muso with good quality studio gear. While primarily a guitarist, a couple of years ago I got into producing, recording...
The Clare Inn seeks bands for Wednesday Superturtle - 19 Apr 2023
The Clare Inn ( Mt Eden, Auckland ) host bands every Wednesday 8.30-10.30pm. We usually have 2 bands a night or 3-4 solo/duo acts. Keen to h...
19yrs and under support band avaliable BurzumMerch4sale - 18 Apr 2023
Band is looking to play live in under 18 venues such as the underground k, rd etc... We have 30-45 minutes worth of live music to play but c...
Kia ora koutou,
We are The New OK, a indie/jangle band playing original material. Most of us are based in Auckland, where we have done a fe...
Have recently formed a metal band ,covers and originals,we are seeking urgently in the tauranga area sum ausum folk that would allow us to j...