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Discover 215 artists, 34 venues and 40 cities on GigXchange — the UK's only 100% peer-to-peer booking marketplace. 5% platform fee, 0 monthly subscription, and most bookings confirmed within 24 hours. Browse free, book direct, get a deposit held in escrow until 7 days after the gig.

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Last updated: 19 May 2026

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The newest profiles to sign up — refreshed every 24 hours, with around 3 artists or 2 venues joining every 7 days. Most reply within 48 hours, and 80% of bookings confirm within 14 days.

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Browse every verified profile on GigXchange — message directly, no middlemen, no commission. Pick who you're looking for and where.

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Live music in 40 UK cities — pick your map dot or browse by region

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Browse vetted, gig-ready bands by city — perfect for weddings, corporate events and private parties.

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How to Get Gigs

Practical playbooks for artists looking for paid bookings — written for each major UK scene.

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From the Blog

Field notes on the UK live music market — pricing, booking, promotion, contracts.

For artists

How to Get More Gigs as an Independent Artist

Practical tactics from peer-to-peer booking, outreach and DIY promo.

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For venues

How Much Should You Pay a Live Band?

UK rate guidance from the GigXchange Index — covers, function, original.

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Comparisons

UK Live Music Booking Platforms Compared (2026)

Honest side-by-side: GigXchange vs Encore vs Alive Network vs Last Minute Musicians.

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Hire guides

Hiring a Wedding Band in London (2026)

What to budget, what to ask, what to avoid — from real London wedding bookings.

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Industry

Digital Contracts: Why Handshake Deals Are Dying

The legal and practical case for written agreements in live music in 2026.

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Local

Live Music in Hertfordshire — Complete County Guide

Every town, every venue, every open mic — from Watford to Welwyn.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Create a free account, browse artist profiles, then send a booking request directly. You can message artists before committing. All payments are handled securely through Stripe Connect.
Signing up and browsing is completely free. GigXchange charges a 5% platform fee on completed bookings only — significantly less than the typical UK booking-agent commission of 15–20% noted in the UK market statistics. No monthly subscriptions, no hidden charges.
GigXchange covers 40 cities across the UK including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Bristol, Brighton, Liverpool, Cardiff, Sheffield, Newcastle, Nottingham, and more.
Yes. GigXchange supports four user types: Artists (solo acts, bands, DJs), Venues (pubs, bars, function rooms), Agents (booking agents, managers), and Promoters (event organisers). Anyone can sign up free.
Members with a complete profile and an active presence on the platform can be featured in the GigXchange Member Spotlight — a fortnightly long-form editorial. Free, members only — email founder@gigxchange.app.
All payments go through Stripe Connect. Deposits are held in escrow and released after both parties confirm the gig is complete. Full audit trail on every transaction.
GigXchange is peer-to-peer — any party can initiate a booking. Unlike Encore (20% commission) or GigPig (venue-only), GigXchange charges just 5% and supports all four roles. No gatekeepers.

Where do you fit in?

Four roles, one marketplace. Pick your lane — free profile in under 5 minutes, no card required.

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