Musicians Search

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  1. Need serious drummer in Katy, texas area for metal band
    Andrew

    Anyone out there in katy, texas who can play double kick fairly well? I’m in a metal band and my influences include: Meshuggah, Dimmu Borgir, Opeth, Symphony X, In flames, etc. We are a serious band with very original style of metal!! If you are interested just call me at 832 877 5806

  2. Houston. Seeking Bass/Keys/female vocals
    Gary

    We are in the Woodlands area. Been doing mainstream buzz and 101 covers, and originals. Need bass. Would like keys. Would also like to add female lead vox to carry 1/2 or more of vocal load. Drop a line for more details.

  3. Wanted!! extreem Blackdeath Satanic Drummer!!
    paul

    we are looking for Blackmetal style drummer from pittsburgh area. only serious get in contact. we have cds out. also possible european tour end of year. must be able to leave country to play.

    1. Re: Wanted!! extreem Blackdeath Satanic Drummer!!
      Michael John Manahan

      GoodDay,

      I’m a tourist and I’m in pittsburgh area right now. I’m a metal drummer and willing to play with the band. Thanks

      1. Re: Wanted!! extreem Blackdeath Satanic Drummer!!
        Michael John Manahan

        : GoodDay,

        : Where is the band located? Does the band have a studio? What’s the phone number? I’m applying to play heavy metal drumming in the band. Thanks.

  4. drummer needed
    THE TEXAS RATTLERS

    working band-needs a drummer
    have a gig in a week emergency…………….281-686-7990 ask for Smitty(ONE OF THE GUITAR PLAYERS)

    1. Re: drummer needed
      Robert Collins

      : working band-needs a drummer
      : have a gig in a week emergency…………….281-686-7990 ask for Smitty(ONE OF THE GUITAR PLAYERS)

      I play every music style!

  5. Bassist NEEDED!!!
    Nothing Said

    Rock band making a quick entrance to the local scene. http://www.nothingsaid.cjb.net We have a strong drive to be more than local entertainment. We’ve only done a few shows and have already played the Roseland Theater. We’re on good terms with the promoter, 21st Century, and they’re looking to get us a headlining spot. We NEED a steady bassist soon!

    Requirements:
    =============
    Needs to be VERY close to 21 or older
    5 years of exp. or more (relative to skill level)
    Ambitious & deffinatly not shy
    No drugs
    Willing to practice two & three times a week
    MUST be willing to do shows

    Contact [email protected]

    1. Re: Bassist NEEDED!!!
      Steven Langton (via moderator)

      i have played guitar for 20 years, and have played bass and sang, or growled in the band autroucious, and left 4 ded.
      I’ve jammed with king diamond and kurt whalam ,jazz singer, just to show my range, I can play anything, may be older than you asked, I know what i am doing on a bass, the only problem is i am, at this time trying to trade a vintage les paul recording model, or black beauty les paul, for a bass rig. I plan to do this, in fact, I am posting ads, when i saw this and something told me to reply. I live in NW Houston, name is Steven Kristian.

      1. Re: Have you tried MusiciansAvailable.com?
        Jason

        You should check out <a href="www.MusiciansAvailable.com">MusiciansAvailable.com</a> – it’s free and has thousands of bands, musicians, producers, engineers, etc. all looking for gigs or advertising them

  6. need a metal drummer that lives close to hazard
    vern

    must live close to hazard, have your own ride to practice, must have own drums and must be determined to play alot amd practice alot.Hazard Kentucky that is.

  7. need a metal drummer that lives close to hazard
    vern

    must live close to hazard, have your own ride to practice, must have own drums and must be determined to play alot amd practice alot.Hazard Kentucky that is.

  8. NEED METAL BAND, (METALLICA COVERS, any good music, doesnt have to be metal)HOUSTON/KATY!!!
    Kyle

    I am 16 year old lead guitar, very good, need drums/rythm guitar or maybe a vocalist for houston/katy area. I want to be serious about it, but dont have anyone to play with. I just want to fucking rock! Anybody interested, please give me an email. I have recordings of the following tracks, (Just solo guitar tracks)

    Am I Evil?: DiamondHead
    Anesthesia(Pulling Teeth): Metallica
    Bother: Stone Sour
    Call of the Ktulu: Metallica
    Damage Inc: Metallica
    Drunk Lullaby intro: Flogging Molly
    Fuel: Metallica
    Harvester of Sorrow: Metallica
    I’ll Be (3 versions): Edwin McCain
    Master of Puppets: Metallica
    One: Metallica
    Orion: Metallica
    Phantom Lord: Metallica
    Every You, Every Me: Placebo
    Under THe Bridge: Red Hot Chili Peppers
    When I’m Gone: 3 Doors Down
    Like A Stone: Audioslave
    Pardon Me: Incubus
    Blackened: Metallica

    if you want a copy, i can send you one… i just want a band to play with, dammit!!! >_<!!!
    Give me a shout if you think you want to put together one kick ass band!
    -K

    1. Re: NEED METAL BAND, (METALLICA COVERS, any good music, doesnt have to be metal)HOUSTON/KATY!!!
      Eddie Müller

      what instruments have you arranged together?

  9. bass and guitar player needed in HOUSTON HOUSTON HOUSTON
    david owens

    players needed a.s.a.p we are a working band we do cover venues and oringal venues go to web or give me a call @ 832.876.1264

    1. Re: bass and guitar player needed in HOUSTON HOUSTON HOUSTON
      Kyle

      I play metal lead guitar, what kinda band are you guys? I got a friend that plays bass, too.
      In High School, btw, but summers coming and i want to fucking play!!!
      -Kyle

  10. Thrash metal band looking for vocalist in Chicago area
    Dan

    Metal band looking for vocalist in Chicago area. Origanal songs and covers by old Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, and other thrash metal.

  11. HOUSTON ALTERNATIVE SINGER/GUITAR WANTED
    ian

    GUITARIST/VOCALIST WANTED FOR ALTERNATIVE BAND.
    We are a drummer, guitarist/vocalist, bass and synthesizer. We are looking for a guitarist and vocalist or combination of the two. We are not looking to go on tour any time soon but would like to play big local or regional shows in the future. We all work or are in graduate school. We are doing this because we know are music is good and something could develop in the future. We have all been in headlining bands many years ago and have all just met each other. We are all 31 except for the keyboardist that is 22. Our sound is original, new and melodic. The songs are either radio friendly or completely alternative with a sound that is catchy and melodic but sounds very original but could be compared to somewhat similar Cure or New Order like bass lines and later Depeche Mode sounding keyboards. We are looking for a VOCAL TALENT, like a Coldplay singer or a singer who has a very distinctive voice with range Not just someone who has decided they want to sing in a band, FOR THE OTHER GUITAR WE ARE LOOKING FOR: someone who is a very talented guitar player who can play both melodic similar to Robert Smith (the Cure) and can also play strong leads. Please do not respond if you do not fit exactly what I have described. If you do, please email Ian at [email protected] or call 713 383 0511 if interested.

    1. Re: HOUSTON ALTERNATIVE SINGER/GUITAR WANTED
      mark harlow

      : GUITARIST/VOCALIST WANTED FOR ALTERNATIVE BAND.
      Hey guys,
      Im a 29 year old singer whos been playing the houston cover seen for the last 10 years. i have a good vocal range and i can sing with integrity. give me a call or e-mail. 281-493-0492 Mark

    2. Re: HOUSTON ALTERNATIVE SINGER/GUITAR WANTED
      matt

      i am a talented guitarist that can play alternative and metal with 11 years of experiance, and im only 15. please email me and tell me about auditions. thank you

    3. Re: HOUSTON ALTERNATIVE SINGER/GUITAR WANTED
      matt

      i am a talented guitarist that can play alternative and metal with 11 years of experiance, and im only 15. please email me and tell me about auditions. thank you

  12. HOUSTON ALTERNATIVE SINGER/GUITAR WANTED
    ian

    GUITARIST/VOCALIST WANTED FOR ALTERNATIVE BAND.
    We are a drummer, guitarist/vocalist, bass and synthesizer. We are looking for a guitarist and vocalist or combination of the two. We are not looking to go on tour any time soon but would like to play big local or regional shows in the future. We all work or are in graduate school. We are doing this because we know are music is good and something could develop in the future. We have all been in headlining bands many years ago and have all just met each other. We are all 31 except for the keyboardist that is 22. Our sound is original, new and melodic. The songs are either radio friendly or completely alternative with a sound that is catchy and melodic but sounds very original but could be compared to somewhat similar Cure or New Order like bass lines and later Depeche Mode sounding keyboards. We are looking for a VOCAL TALENT, like a Coldplay singer or a singer who has a very distinctive voice with range Not just someone who has decided they want to sing in a band, FOR THE OTHER GUITAR WE ARE LOOKING FOR: someone who is a very talented guitar player who can play both melodic similar to Robert Smith (the Cure) and can also play strong leads. Please do not respond if you do not fit exactly what I have described. If you do, please email Ian at [email protected] or call 713 383 0511 if interested.

  13. Bassist looking for band in houston(blues,jazz,metal,punk,rock)
    Bobby

    Bassist in the woodlands texas(houston area)19 years old, been jamming for 7 years.. been in many bands….influences are cliff burton and flea….from chicago area, just moved to houston area
    E-mail me if interested [email protected]
    Will do ne thing for a good sound, and a band that can really jam

    1. Drummer looking for bass player and singer.
      Christian

      Drummer looking for bass player and singer. influences include Lars Ulrich and Vinnie Paul. looking for band with clean heavy metal sound, also lookin to play softer rock too. if anyone is interested email me back

      1. Re: Drummer looking for bass player and singer.
        Christian

        : Drummer looking for bass player and singer. influences include Lars Ulrich and Vinnie Paul. looking for band with clean heavy metal sound, also lookin to play softer rock too. if anyone is interested email me back

        1. Re: Drummer looking for bass player and singer.
          Christian

          : : Drummer looking for bass player and singer. influences include Lars Ulrich and Vinnie Paul. looking for band with clean heavy metal sound, also lookin to play softer rock too. if anyone is interested email me back @ [email protected]

    2. Drummer looking for bass player and singer.
      Christian

      Drummer looking for bass player and singer. influences include Lars Ulrich and Vinnie Paul. looking for band with clean heavy metal band, also lookin to play softer rock too. if anyone is interested email me back

    3. Re: Bassist looking for band in houston(blues,jazz,metal,punk,rock)
      Q estrada

      Hey there we are a local band here in houston in need of a good bass player email me to see if we can work together.

  14. Bassist looking for band in houston(blues,jazz,metal,punk,rock)
    Bobby

    Bassist in the woodlands texas(houston area)19 years old, been jamming for 7 years.. been in many bands….influences are cliff burton and flea….from chicago area, just moved to houston area

    1. Re: Bassist looking for band in houston(blues,jazz,metal,punk,rock)
      michael harmon

      : Bassist in the woodlands texas(houston area)19 years old, been jamming for 7 years.. been in many bands….influences are cliff burton and flea….from chicago area, just moved to houston area

      Drop me a line if your not aready in a band

      1. Re: Bassist looking for band in houston(blues,jazz,metal,punk,rock)
        christina ward

        hey its me again. hopin your not in a band yet, well ive been really busy, ill explain later, if you want to give me a shout, just… well im going to trust you this one time, how old r u?

  15. Female Musicians
    Nick Cluff

    Looking for a female musicians who has great vocals who can play an instrument. Must be able to play different styles of music, and has to be DRUG FREE. Check out band website talegators.com

  16. Seeking Houston Metal Drummer
    Mike Morgan HELL CHURCH

    Drummer sought for metal band Hell Church.
    Must play double-kick and have aggressive style
    (like Lombardo, Sandoval, Hoglan). Our style
    is a cross between Slayer and old Metallica with
    some death metal influence (such as Morbid
    Angel) and an understanding of classical theory
    (we listen to Bach and have studied music). No
    thieves or cokeheads. We practice south of Houston
    in Santa Fe. Current lineup includes Mike Morgan
    (ex-Seventh Gate) on lead guitar/lead vocals, Craig
    (ex-Archangel) on bass & BGV, and Paul Nichols
    (classically trained music teacher) on lead guitar
    & vocals. Call Mike @ 409-925-4912 or Craig
    @ 281-842-9448 or e-mail [email protected].

  17. Attn: Songwriters, Vocalists, Bands, and Musicians!!!
    Samuel D. Gilleylen

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      1. Re: Vocalist looking 4 band in Texas :D
        Adam Sanders

        Marissa I have a heavy/alternative band in search of a melodic singer. Please contact me at [email protected]. He are in the Houston area and a studio practice room at Fransico’s Studio’s. We have approximately 7 really great original songs.

  18. Band seeks bassist and drummer
    EJ

    NYC Band seeks bassist and drummer. We have a guitarist (me) and a lead singer. Both of us write our own songs. We are teens and in High School, looking for someone in the same age area. Looking to have fun above all. Were a punk/alternative type of band i guess. EMAIL ME

  19. needing lead guitarist
    Sheree Linn

    Country western, classic rock band seeking a lead guitarist…. I am booked so I need to make this transition immediately.. Experience with a female vocalist a plus… Sheree Linn & Stillwater Crossing.. I guarantee $100 per job or more

  20. Country Singer in Need of Band -- HOUSTON
    Paul Portis

    I just moved here to houston from Tennessee a two months ago. I’m a good looking guy with a killer country voice. You can here me sing a few songs ever weekend thanks to Matt Leddy and the Meat Cutters, an outstanding blues band, go to http://www.meatcut.com for dates. or contact me at 866-245-5363 ext.126 work/ or 719-664-8779 home, thanks.

  21. Country Singer in Need of Band -- HOUSTON
    Paul Portis

    I just moved here to houston from Tennessee a two months ago. I’m a good looking guy with a killer country voice. You can here me sing a few songs ever weekend thanks to Matt Leddy and the Meat Cutters, an outstanding blues band, go to http://www.meatcut.com for dates. or contact me at 866-245-5363 ext.126 work/ or 719-664-8779 home, thanks.

  22. Houston drummer seeks musicians for form Jimmy Buffett Cover Band
    Greg

    Hi! I live in Houston and I’m looking for guitarists and other musicians for a Jimmy Buffett cover band, and cover other similar groups songs like eagles, David Allen Coe, etc.

    1. Re: Houston drummer seeks musicians for form Jimmy Buffett Cover Band
      Mark Harlow

      Hey Greg,
      My name is Mark ive been playing in a cover band in houston for the last 10 years. we covered buffet and coe among many other styles of music. im 29 great stage presence and i think im the voice your looking for. versatile vocal ability and i pride myself on sounding like the vocalist im covering to the note. call me 281-493-0492

    2. Re: Houston drummer seeks musicians for form Jimmy Buffett Cover Band
      Regan Frazier

      Hello,

      This type of thing sounds like just my style. I play rhythm and lead guitar, and sing backing vocals. I am great with harmonization. Anyway, just thought would drop a line and see what kind of response you have got so far. Let me know if you are insterested. I have a CD I made with a previous band if you would like to hear some of my work

      Take it easy,
      Regan

      1. Re: Houston drummer seeks musicians for form Jimmy Buffett Cover Band
        Eddie Müller

        a jimmy buffett cover band seems kind of interesting, im a bassist that’s currently not in a band…just an option for you

    1. Re: Guitarist / Vocalist seeking band in houston...
      Eric

      : Guitarist / Vocalist seeking new metal band in houston. Styles include, static-x, pantera, rammstein…

      What part of Houston? I’m in NE Houston (i.e. Kingwood)

  23. bass player iso band for hard core grunge or just heavy metal
    chris

    hey i am a bass player and a drummer and a guitar player my father has played the drums for 40 years i have a lot music in me i am very talented i am creative thanks email me i am in michigan also ok laters

  24. band/musicians needed
    Michael Ingiosi

    I am a singer/songwriter/guitarist, age 25, looking to join or form original acoustic/electric melodic rock band. Influences include Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, Beatles, Dave Matthews, PJ Harvey, etc. Live in South Jersey but willing to relocate to NYC or almost anywhere if the situation is right. I’m interested in collaborating with fellow diverse, talented, and experienced musicians willing to take risks and live music. Email me at [email protected]. Thanks.

  25. OREGON BAND SEEKS HORNS AND KEYBOARDIST
    DAVE

    SKAMATIKS

    NEEDS
    1. a trumpet or trombone player
    2. a keyboardist

    for ska/rock band in Salem OREGON.
    We are preparing to go into the studio and record our second album of 3 for our recording contract. And we need musicians to fill in the sound.
    Email me for details.

    1. Re: Singer Wanted
      tyette

      hey my name is tyette and i’m a singer that has been singing for 3 years now and i think it would be good for me to become a singer for my career choice’ so if you’re looking for one i’m your girl holla

    2. Im a singer that wants to be wanted
      Shannon

      Im 16, I love all types of music, and I have been taking vocal lessions. Im looking to start a career, but Im not sure how. So if your interested or have any suggestions email me please.

      1. Re: Im a singer that wants to be wanted
        Tommy Nowicki

        Im 23 i have a home studio i record almost everyday, but im not quite the singer i know i can be but im always lookn for new talen contact me. Tommy

      2. Re: Im a singer that wants to be wanted
        KAYLA DUCAT

        IM 12 AND I PRACTICE TO BE A SINGER EVERYDAY IF YOU HAVE ANY SUGGETIONS E-MAIL ME PLEASE IM A SINGER THAT WANTS TO BE WANTED SOMETIMES I DREAM ABOUT THE DAY I WILL BECOME A SINGER

      3. Re: Im a singer that wants to be wanted
        Chris

        Hey that is great that you want to sing! Good luck if you ever start a career. How long did it take you to train your voice?? I am thinking about singing, Is it difficult??

  26. Male Vocalist Needed
    Melissa

    Established NYC band needs versatile frontman with great stage presence, contribute to guitars, who is ready to rehearse and tour. We have an EP’, a van, a tour, and an unreleased full length. Must be familiar with genre of music: Chavez, Jawbox, Catherine Wheel, Swervedriver, Failure, My Bloody Valentine, and Quicksand.

  27. jammin
    Greg Bowman

    DrummerVocalist looking to join established cover band or form new one.Alternative/Classic/Metal/Blues/Funk I like anything that jams!East Cleveland.

    1. Re: jammin
      Greg Bowman

      : DrummerVocalist looking to join established cover band or form new one.Alternative/Classic/Metal/Blues/Funk I like anything that jams!East Cleveland.

  28. Multiply,S.F. based heavy band,needs vocalist...
    Sven Soderlund

    Any vocalists out there that could fill the vocal spot.Influences include the Deftones,Machine Head,Sevendust,etc…S.F. based,and too many contacts to list.But the hell with name dropping,let’s take over the Earth. Contact/e-mail [email protected]

    1. Re: Multiply,S.F. based heavy band,needs vocalist...
      Sandra

      hey ppls i’d be glad to be the vocalist of ur band just give me some details like what u want… b/c i’m probably too young well peace

  29. Age and location
    Mike

    In the musician search you should make the person put thier age, state and town.Its a pain to talk to all these people just to find out that theyre from all the way across the state and theyre 10 years older than you.

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