Musicians Wanted in Lawrence

No bands, openings, or venues are listed in Lawrence yet, but Lawrence is home to 94,934 residents, 5,445 adults aged 18–24, 10,421 working arts professionals — including 3,009 residents with arts degrees and 16,050 with bachelor's degrees — a strong talent pool for bands, venues, and session musicians. Create a free profile and be the first to put Lawrence on the Bandmate map.

Nirvana and Green Day both played the Bottleneck's cramped stage, and that DIY spirit still defines Lawrence's sound. Indie rock and alternative bands headline the Granada and Liberty Hall on Massachusetts Street, while the Replay Lounge hosts folk and bluegrass pickers on its back patio. Jazz nights at the Jazz Haus and hip-hop showcases at local venues keep the University of Kansas town's musical appetite sharp and eclectic.