Tribute Bands in California

Heavy Mellow performs metal classics on flamenco guitars, built around arranged versions of metal songs with real flamenco playing. Formed in 2012 in California, the act has played Los Angeles venues and the Monsters of Rock Cruise.

Formed in 2010 in Los Angeles, HURRIKANE is a Scorpions tribute focused on recreating the songs, stage moves, and onstage character of the original band, with a set built around major hits and deeper cuts.

Infinite Floyd is a Southern California Pink Floyd tribute band built around faithful performances of the catalog, from The Piper at the Gates of Dawn to The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, and The Wall, with harmonies, atmospheric soundscapes, precise instrumentation, and visuals.

It’s Britney Beep is a Britney Spears tribute featuring a live band, live vocals, and dancers. Built around hits like...Baby One More Time, Oops I Did It Again, and Toxic, the show leans into the Y2K concert feel of Britney’s heyday.

Los Angeles-based Jack of Hearts is a Bob Dylan tribute band covering Dylan’s catalog from the early 60s folk years through Blonde on Blonde, the Woodstock retreat, Blood on the Tracks, Rolling Thunder Revue, and beyond.

Southern California-based Jet Airliner is the West Coast’s only Steve Miller tribute band, built by tribute band industry veterans. The set focuses on Steve Miller hits, deep cuts, and other songs from the 60s and 70s.

Just Pretending is a Southern California tribute to The Pretenders, formed by life-long friends with more than thirty-five years of playing music together. Their set centers on recognizable Pretenders songs delivered with an energetic live feel.

Original touring keyboardist for Stryper's 1985-86 tours, Kenny Metcalf fronts an Elton John tribute centered on young-era voice, look, and recreated stage details, alongside The Who Generation, a Who tribute featured on AXS-TV's The World's Greatest Tribute Bands.

La Chilanga Banda is a Los Angeles tribute to Cafe Tacvba, built around the band’s well-known songs with a heavy ska sound, playful energy, and an upbeat dance feel.

Like A Material Girl is a Madonna tribute with spot-on vocals, original choreography, multiple costume changes, and an electric live band. It is built as a dance-focused celebration of Madonna, the 80s, and beyond.

Listen To The Music is a Doobie Brothers tribute built around a re-creation of the band’s 1975/1976 lineup: Pat Simmons, Michael Mc Donald, Jeff Skunk Baxter, Tom Johnston and Tiran Porter.

Los Marcapasos es un tributo a Hombres G desde Long Beach, California, centrado en revivir temas como Te Quiero, Marta Tiene un Marcapasos, Devuélveme a Mi Chica y Visite Nuestro Bar.

Mad Dogs & The Englishmen centers on Jason, a Leeds-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist who came up in the same club circuit Joe Cocker played in the 1960s. His career includes opening slots for Neil Young, Tears For Fears, The Cranberries, and Joe Cocker himself.

Make It Last All Night is a Tom Petty tribute band formed in 2013 by Erich Schneider, Cary Park, Jon, Alex, and Chris. Their credits include Yoshi’s in Oakland, The Siren, House of Blues Anaheim, casinos, resort hotels, clubs, and private events across California and the Southwest.

Maladjusted is a six-piece tribute from Southeast Los Angeles dedicated to Morrissey and The Smiths. The band performs for supporters in Los Angeles and abroad with a clear focus on celebrating the songs and influence of the Mancunian band.

Maroon Vibes delivers a Maroon 5 tribute centered on recognizable hits, a frontman who looks like Adam Levine and matches the falsetto, and a high-energy show built for all events and all ages.

Monsters of Rock is a US cover band focused on arena rock from the 1970s, 80s, and 90s, performing songs associated with AC/DC, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Led Zeppelin, KISS, Van Halen, Cheap Trick, and more.

Los Angeles tribute band Nubes is dedicated to Caifanes, with a clear focus on honoring one of rock en español’s defining bands.

Oasus is a Southern California tribute band dedicated to Oasis, built around recognizable songs including Wonderwall and Champagne Supernova. A clear Britpop-focused option for buyers looking for a straightforward Oasis set.

Oceans is a six-piece Pearl Jam tribute from San Diego, formed in late 2017. The band plays the hits along with deeper cuts, with a set built for both longtime fans and first-time listeners.

Ozzmania is a four-piece tribute band from the United States performing the music of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. The band has played to thousands of people.

Los Angeles tribute band Petty Party celebrates the music of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers with a lineup drawn from established tribute acts and a set built around familiar songs like American Girl, Refugee, and Free Fallin’.

Pink Pony Girl is a Hollywood-based live tribute to Chappell Roan, built around her bold pop sound, theatrical flair, and queer-party joy. Also available as part of the Birds of a Feather pairing with Bad Guy Billie starring Ashley Ross.

Prizmatic is a live-band Katy Perry tribute featuring lead vocalist Katrina Danford, backed by musicians and support vocalists/dancers. The show focuses on major hits including Roar, California Gurls, Firework, and I Kissed A Girl.

Established in 2023, RAIN - Tribute to Creed is a SoCal tribute band covering Creed’s best-known songs with set options from 30 to 90 minutes. The repertoire spans all 4 of Creed’s multi-platinum albums.

Los Angeles-based Raise Your Glass is a P!nk tribute production with a four-piece rhythm section, lead vocalist Katrina Danford, and two supporting vocalists/dancers. The show offers 30-minute to two-hour formats, multi-set options, and a family-friendly version for venue or client needs.

Righteous & the Wicked is a Los Angeles Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute formed in 2015 by longtime friends and RHCP fans. Built around the band’s wardrobe, style, and live energy, the act has played many venues and casinos on the tribute circuit.

Los Angeles-based tribute band dedicated to the music of Maná. A straightforward option for buyers seeking a Maná tribute act.

Ventura-based Ridin' The Storm Out is an REO Speedwagon tribute formed in 2017 by guitarist Rick Hunter, who played with REO founding guitarist Gary Richrath for almost three years in the late 90s.

San Diego’s Rising Star Dance & Show Entertainers is a 7-member cover band playing party and club hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and today. The show features live horns, 4-part harmonies, choreographed performance, and 3 professional dancers on stage.

Robot RoK is a Daft Punk tribute featuring extraordinary replica helmets, a huge custom-built full production LED stage, and a husband-and-wife on-stage team. Their high-energy set blends electro anthems, club hits, and their own remixes.

Run the World – The Beyoncé and Destiny’s Child Experience is a tribute show built around Beyoncé solo hits and Destiny’s Child favorites, featuring a lead performer with dancers and vocalists. The set includes Crazy in Love, Single Ladies, Survivor, Say My Name, and Run the World (Girls).

Sinatra Big Band is a Los Angeles Frank Sinatra tribute led by Matt Mauser with arranger and conductor Pete Jacobs. The show centers on the Sinatra-with-big-band sound, drawing from the era of the Count Basie Orchestra at the Sands.

Los Angeles-based So Madonna focuses on Madonna’s 1983 to 1990 era, with songs like Borderline, Burning Up, Like a Prayer, and Vogue, plus iconic wardrobe changes and choreography. Fronted by Orange County native Julianne Ruck.

Los Angeles-based Son of a Gun is a Guns N’ Roses tribute band fronted by Ari Kamin, lead singer of Steven Adler of Guns N’ Roses. Formed in Argentina in 2012, the band features a five-piece rock lineup.

Los Angeles tribute band Sonic Temple focuses on the music of The Cult with a solid lineup of seasoned players, a hard-edged but varied set, and a professional, no-ego approach to shows.