Tribute Bands in California

Skynyrd & Frynds are an 8-piece Southern rock tribute built around the vocal style of Ronnie Van Zant and dual-guitar versions of Sweet Home Alabama, Ramblin’ Man, and Free Bird. The act has appeared live on AXS-TV’s The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands.

Stones & Stewart combines a Rolling Stones concert-theater tribute with a Rod Stewart tribute led by Gregory Wolfe. The act draws on stage banter, video projection, wardrobe changes, and song selections spanning multiple eras.

STYX Illusion is Southern California’s premier tribute to the music of STYX. Named after the legendary Grand Illusion album, this high-energy band features veteran LA musicians who have shared stages with rock icons like Cher, Asia, and Survivor. As seen nationally on AXS TV’s World’s Greatest Tribute Bands, STYX Illus

Styx Xperience is a Styx tribute band focused on the vocal harmonies, keyboard parts, and guitar arrangements that define the original songs. The lineup includes veteran players covering the signature Styx sound with close attention to detail.

Substance is a San Diego-based New Order tribute band, now in its 6th year. The band performs 60 to 95 minute sets, draws from 3+ hours of material, and includes classic Joy Division songs that New Order still plays live today.

Summer Breeze SD is a 7 piece San Diego cover band centered on '70s yacht rock and classic songs from the era. Each member has over 30 years of professional studio and stage experience, and the band plays sets from 1 to 4 hours.

Driven by an intense love and admiration for Carole’s music, seasoned musical artist Carla Buffa, pays homage to Carole King expansive song book. Her detailed renderings of such classic numbers as “It’s Too Late,” “So Far Away,” “I Feel the Earth Move,” & “You’ve Got a Friend,” will transport you back in time!

Formed in January 2002, Tennessee River is an Alabama tribute band drawn from an established seven-part harmony project. The band centers its show on the vocals, songs, and legacy of Alabama.

Los Angeles Bowie tribute The Band That Fell To Earth centers on the live feel of Ziggy Stardust while covering more than 50 songs from Space Oddity to Blackstar. Costume changes, sonic accuracy, and a California-tested show make the format easy to place.

The Briefcase Blues Brothers is a Blues Brothers tribute with Marten as Elwood Blues and Michael as Jake Blues, combining character-driven comedy with Soul, R&B, Funk, and Rock and Roll.

The Company Men are a four-man cover act from Whittier, California built around mashups of classics and current hits across Motown, rock, pop, and Top 40. Their show combines multi-era repertoire, choreography, and a polished vocal-group presentation.

San Diego’s The Doves of Peace are an 80s hair metal cover band founded by Randy Paul in 2024. They debuted at Peacefest during San Diego Comic-Con 2025, performing 12 shows built around glam-metal visuals and songs associated with major 80s rock and metal acts.

The Fabulous Yachtsmen are a Los Angeles Yacht Rock tribute band performing soft rock favorites from the late 1970s and early 1980s, with songs associated with Christopher Cross, Michael McDonald, Toto, Steely Dan, and Hall & Oates.

California tribute band The Furs focus on the music of The Psychedelic Furs, with a set that includes Love My Way, Pretty In Pink, The Ghost In You, Heartbreak Beat, and President Gas. Frontman Andy Singer brings years of touring experience and was a signed artist with Atlantic Records.

The Great Pumpkin is a Smashing Pumpkins tribute based in Orange County, California, performing the band’s best-known 90s alternative rock songs with the flair and intensity fans expect. Members Michael Neufeld, Carin Toti, and Chris Moore are seasoned touring musicians.

The Pink Floyd Sound is a Los Angeles-based Pink Floyd tribute formed in 2011 to recreate the band’s live performances. The show draws from The Wall, Dark Side of the Moon, Animals, Wish You Were Here, and other classic albums.

The Pistol Blonde is a full-band tribute to the women of country, covering everyone from Patsy Cline and Dolly Parton to Shania Twain, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, and Maren Morris. The set mixes classic country staples with modern sing-along favorites.

The Surf Birdz are a high-energy surf and classic rock cover band based in sunny San Diego, California. Having played more than 250 shows, the band is known for dynamic live performances and crowd-pleasing set lists, delivering everything from timeless surf classics to iconic rock anthems.

Then Again is a Los Angeles-based Everly Brothers tribute duo featuring Bob Chambers on guitar/vocals and Cyril Cianflone on bass/vocals. They have played together for over 30 years and perform Everly classics plus deeper cuts in a stripped-down harmony-driven format.

Los Angeles-based ThundHer Struck is an all-girl AC/DC tribute band performing songs from both the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras. Active for over a decade, they have played military tours, festivals, corporate events, casinos, trade shows, fundraisers, and bike shows.

San Diego-based Total Distortion is a tribute to Social Distortion, formed by singer Don Vercelli and backed by Chris Cunningham, Shawn Barry, and Angel Elias. The band has performed in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas.

U2America is a San Diego-based U2 tribute band built around an authentic U2 sound and the showmanship the band is known for. The group includes experienced U2 tribute musicians with hundreds of shows behind them and plays everything from festivals and theaters to clubs and private parties.

Tribute package featuring The Cure and Duran Duran. Includes The Cured, entering their sixth year with 250+ shows in the U.S. and internationally, and Los Angeles-based ARENA performing a career-spanning Duran Duran best-of show.

Los Angeles-based Walk Like a Man is a Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons tribute built around well-known hits including Sherry Baby, Big Girls Don't Cry, Oh What A Night, and Can't Take My Eyes Off You, led by Val Martinez, who toured four years with Frankie Valli as one of the 4 Seasons.

Los Angeles-based Wanted Man is a tribute band focused on Ratt and the 1980s Sunset Strip hard rock sound. Led by vocalist Michael Hernandez, the band centers on tight recreations, dual guitars, and the grit-and-glam feel of the era.

Los Angeles-based Wasted Days, Wasted Nights - The Freddy Fender Tribute features George Galvez and focuses on faithful renditions of Freddy Fender favorites including Before the Next Teardrop Falls and Wasted Days and Wasted Nights.

Los Angeles-based Wayward Sons plays an 80s rock cover show featuring songs by Journey, Queen, Styx, Bon Jovi, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Boston, and Night Ranger. A choreographed, guitar-driven set built for sing-alongs, dancing, and arena-rock energy.

Wild Night is a Van Morrison tribute founded in 2019. The band brings together a lineup of musicians with touring and recording credits that include artists from Neil Young and Joe Cocker to Santana, B.B. King, and Tom Jones.

Wild West is a country cover band featuring songs by Shania Twain, Carrie Underwood, Martina McBride, The Chicks, Sara Evans, LeAnn Womack, and more. The group includes 5 female lead singers in South California and focuses on women-led country hits.

Zeppelin Live is a Los Angeles-based Led Zeppelin tribute band established in 1999. With Jefrey Larson, Bryan Christiansen, Joel Pelletier, and Jimmy Wells in the classic four-piece roles, the band is built for concerts, clubs, festivals, and corporate events.