WHO'S THAT
BAND?
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Heard a name mentioned around town but not sure what they're about?
Maybe you're a venue and want to hire some new talent?
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Look no further. Below is a list of tons of local cover and original bands in the Metro area with info and links to learn more about them!
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Party/Rock Cover Bands
(listed in Alphabetical order)
AUX Chord
The happiest emos in the midwest! Pop, rock, country, movie theme songs. No limits, just fun!
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Beyond Confinement
Bringing some heavy hitters and classic rock songs. You'll bang your head, sing along and dance! No doubt you will be having a good time.
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Bombshell
The only fully female fronted band in town! Playing all your favorite dance, female hits from the Go-Gos, to Joan Jett, P!nk, and more!
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Brandi and the Soul Jumpers
A powerhouse of sound, playing tons of classic rock and pop hits!​
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Captain Obvious
A high energy cover band playing your favorite rock and pop hits! You won't leave disappointed, only with a slight feeling you have seen these guys somewhere before.
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Charm School Dropouts
A versatile party cover band playing all your favorite hit. They will definitely keep your party rocking all night!
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Cheshire Grin
Omaha's longest running cover band... maybe? Get ready to hear some of your favorite heavier rock tunes.
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The Damones
Return to the bitchin’ 80s when the music was so epic you’d wait by your tape deck to record your fav song off the radio. Like an epic mixtape you made for that certain someone, The Damones play your favorite New Wave and 80s-era alternative classics.
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Ecko
Playing a variety of pop, rock, and country hits, the song selection is always evolving to bring audiences their favorites! Book them for a public gig, private party or wedding, the talent you'll find in this band is unparalleled!​
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The Fishheads
The ultimate island party band! 22 years of experience with a mix of island rock, funk, Reggae and more - all wrapped up in a crazy spontaneous atmosphere you're going to have a great time!​
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Fountains of Dane
Resurrecting the compact disc era, one cover at a time. Playing all your favorite songs from 90's -2000's pop-punk and more!
Ghettoblaster
Lancaster GhettoBlaster is your favorite old skool hip hop band, playing hits from the 90s and 2000s!
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Grunge Pop
A fun and entertaining party rock band playing all your favorites from every genre (with some surprises you wouldn't expect, but will love anyway. They travel all over the Midwest and provide full production with a killer show wherever they go!
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Happy Endings
Always ready to rock the night away! Playing all your favorite classic rock and party rock hits!
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Hi - Fi Hangover
A decade on and still going strong, Hi-FI Hangover continues to thrill audiences at venues and events of all sizes. One of the region's most acclaimed cover/party bands, Hi-Fi Hangover is comprised of consummate professionals dedicated to their craft.
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High Heel
Omaha's #1 Family Friendly Band! Perfect for festivals, corporate parties, weddings, fundraisers, and special events.
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Hookt
Playing your favorite 80's cover rock songs from AC/DC, Poison, Def Leppard, Motley Crue, Bon Jovi and more. Come out and get HOOKT!
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Lemon Fresh Day
Entertaining public and private events locally, regionally, and nationally, LFD is arguably the most sought after and recognizable names in live cover music in the area. Best of Omaha 1st Place 24, 23, 22, 21, 20, 19, Omaha's Choice - 1st Place 23, Best of NE Wedding Band 21 (22 runner-up). Playing rock, pop, country, party music​
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Nasty Knasta
Originally formed in Omaha Ne in 1989, three original members are bringing back an Omaha favorite! Featuring old favorites and some new rock too!​
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On the Fritz
On The Fritz remains one of the most popular bands, consistently booking and rebooking annual events as well as appearances at the hottest entertainment venues in the Midwest. They boast a resume that includes the release of three albums while sharing the stage with over forty national acts. The band’s experience, diversity and talent allow them to play clubs, street dances and casinos as well as wedding receptions, corporate events and private parties.
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Personics
One of Nebraska and Iowa's favorite cover bands playing a wide variety of tunes from Tom Petty and various others!
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Pop Goes Metal
A wild and crazy cover band putting a twist on some of your favorite rock and pop tunes! Prepare for a crazy but unforgettable time!
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Pet Rock
Experience the ultimate age of album rock once more with PetRock’s live tribute show that you have to hear to believe. No loops, drum machines, or canned vocals here. Only pure rock goodness that can’t be faked, played by musicians who can’t be beaten.
The Radio Eclectic
The Radio Eclectic is a party band covering hits and obscurities ranging from the 60's through today!
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The Riptide Refugees
The Riptide Refugees are an Omaha native cover band playing a wide variety of genres like 90’s, country, dance, classics, and rock music. They bring the energy with a well-balanced sound, interactive performance, and a fantastic light show.
Secret Weapon
80s cover band from Omaha, Nebraska.
Omaha Entertainment Award winners for Best Cover Band in 2009,10,12,14,15,16,18,19,20,23
Best of Omaha Award for the Local Band category from Omaha Magazine in 2022
Simplicated
Cover band out of Omaha playing the hits from the 70’s to today. Fun music for all.
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Swiped Right
Coming at you playing the music you find attractive. 80's - today dance rock favorites!
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Southern Nights
Bringing you all your favorite Southern rock hits with massive instrumental and vocal talent! Grab your dancing shoes and warm up them vocals, you will be showing off your night moves all night long!
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Speck Nelson & the Ralstones
Ska and reggae covers of the hits from the 50's to today. You can't NOT have a good time listening to these guys.
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Taxi Driver
A Best of Omaha cover band playing all hits, all genres, all decades including Motown, Classic & Modern Rock, Country, Pop, Dance & Current Hits. TD celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2021 and are well known for being a fun, interactive, professional, and easy-to-work-with band with one of the most diverse song lists in the Midwest
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Top Fuel
Top Fuel is an adrenaline filled 3-piece rock band devoted to making powerful music, having fun and keeping the crowd entertained.
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Velvet Crush
WE ARE a true cover band. We play 'em just like they sound on the radio. We've been crushing it together since 2009 and have played countless special events including benefits, weddings, private parties, street dances, festivals, and top local venues.
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Whisky Bizness
We’re a Rock Cover Band that covers music from the 70’s to present. We have put emphasis on catchy, popular, danceable music. We make a point to play popular music, and interact with crowds.
Wrecked Becky
Live Party Band Extraodinaire! Booking shows now! Playing all your favorite dance and sing along songs.
Wicked Fun
Playing events of all types (weddings, corporate, street dances, private parties, night clubs) all over the Midwest. The sound and light production is top shelf and the set list is extremely versatile, playing a mix of rock, country, pop, and dance music. Perfect for any occasion!
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Wrecked Jenny
Wrecked Jenny is an Omaha-based band covering your favorite rock songs from the 80's 90's and today.
Check back soon! More bands are being added all the time!
Tribute Bands
(listed in Alphabetical order)
Chop Suey!
A System of a Down Tribute band that brings the songs you love to life on stage. Paying homage to SOAD's array of chaotic, eclectic, and unforgettable music. From singles to B-sides, across every album, the whole SOAD experience is here.​
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The Dustin West Band
Featuring tributes to George Strait, Johnny Cash, Jimmy Buffett, and John Denver. Also available for solos, duos, trios, or a full band all request show of country, rock, and folk)
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Heatbreaker: A Pat Benatar Experience
The Midwest's authentic tribute to rock legend Pat Benatar.
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Hotel Desperado: A Tribute to the Eagles
"The most authentic and accurate recreation of The Eagles on the planet." - Mick Uthe, Eagles' Assist
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Recaptured: A Tribute to Journey
A performance by ReCaptured, A Tribute To Journey, is a show you will not want to miss. The accuracy and the nostalgic yet exciting aura that fills the room at every show will leave you satisfied, and wanting more at the same time. Recapture the music of JOURNEY with ReCaptured.
Shoot to Thrill
Shoot to Thrill, formed in 2009, is one of Americas's top AC/DC Tribute Bands bringing a high energy show complete with spot on vocals and note for note musicianship.
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Tragic Kingdom: A No Doubt Tribute
Playing all your favorite No Doubt and Gwen Stefani solo hits!
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User Cars
Used Cars plays the greatest hits of The Cars! They also play a mix of songs by other bands from the same era as The Cars, such as INXS, Men at Work, Bryan Adams, Billy Squier, Van Halen, etc.​
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Ventura Blvd: A Tom Petty Celebration
Top performers from some of the Midwest's best bands celebrate the music of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers! Come hear the songs you all know and love the way they were meant to sound!​
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Check back soon! More bands are being added all the time!
Country Cover Bands
(listed in Alphabetical order)
Rustic Rebels Band
With a repertoire spanning from classic twang to modern country hits, let the Rustic Rebels Band take your event to the next level!
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Silas Creek Band
Silas Creek will keep you dancing all night long to your favorite modern and classic country.
Check back soon! More bands are being added all the time!
Original Rock Acts
(listed in Alphabetical order)
The Lovely Falls
Sisters Julianne & Anjie are singer/songwriters who enjoy performing chill and melodic original music and covers.
Paisty Jenny
PAISTY JENNY has been bangin' out music and touring since 2004. From the heart of the Midwest, this Lincoln, Nebraska powerhouse has released five CDs/EPs and four singles on Direct Hit Records.
Check back soon! More bands are being added all the time!
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