Professional photography for gigs, clubs and music events across the North West & UK.
Live performances and music event photographer
Live performances and music events deserve imagery that captures the atmosphere, energy and emotion of the moment. We provide creative, high-quality photography for promoters, venues, festivals and artists, delivering visuals that help you promote future shows and engage your audience.
Partnering with the UK's leading brands
Dynamic photography for live music and nightlife
From intimate gigs to large-scale club events, we capture the moments that define your night. Our approach blends creativity with technical precision to document lighting, movement and crowd energy.
Past clients include Boiler Room, Fabric, Hospital Records, Outlook Festival, Parklife, The Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club and The Warehouse Project.
What we cover
- Live music performances and concerts
- Club nights, DJs and electronic events
- Festivals and outdoor stages
- Artist performances, tours and label events
- Behind-the-scenes and atmosphere shots
- Promotional content for venues, artists and brands
Additional Photographers
For larger-scale or tightly scheduled events, we can provide extra photographers to make sure every important detail is captured without compromise.
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Just some of the highlights from music events we've captured.
Read what clients have said about decoy_
Rated 5 stars on Google based on over 100+ reviews
I'd happily recommend Decoy...
Hugely professional event photography in a club environment. I'd happily recommend Decoy to any promoter, venue, producer, whoever!
He always captures the spirit of the evening...
Alex is fantastic at capturing live performances, he always captures the spirit of the evening and they have been great promotional photos that I have used to book further events, gigs and festivals. I'd recommend Decoy Media highly.
We always appreciate his professionalism and efficiency
Alex has covered a number of our events over the past year and always delivers a very high standard of images. We always appreciate his professionalism and efficiency. Thank you so much for capturing the moment so well at all our shows. We look forward to working together again in the future.
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Why choose decoy for music photography
Benefits of working together.
Experienced Pro
15+ years of experience capturing events, people, places, and moments.
Creative Approach
Bold, atmospheric imagery that captures the lighting, movement and energy of your event.
Quick Turnaround
Receive a preview edit the next day, with the full set delivered via cloud gallery in 3-5 days.*
Excellent Rep
Trusted by global brands including Amazon, Microsoft, and the BBC, with over 100 5-star reviews.
Flexible & Adaptable
From boardrooms to banquets, we work seamlessly in any setting.
Personal Touch
A relaxed, approachable style that makes people feel comfortable.
Rapid Delivery Option
Upgrade to rapid delivery and receive your whole project by the next working day.
Video add-on: bring your event to life
Enhance your coverage with professionally shot video. We offer cinematic highlight edits, multicam full-performance recordings and documentary-style coverage that capture your event in motion. Ideal for artists, promoters and labels wanting premium live footage.
FAQs
decoy is committed to delivering exceptional visuals with creativity and precision. We take the time to understand your goals, ensuring every image reflects your story and strengthens your brand.
Do you cover events outside Manchester?
Yes. While we’re based in Manchester, we regularly work across the North West and further afield throughout the UK. Travel can be arranged depending on your event’s location.
Where are the images delivered and how quickly?
If needed, we can deliver a preview edit the following day. The full set will follow in 3-5 working days (or slightly longer if any complex retouching is required). All images are delivered via a secure online gallery, optimised for both print and digital use.
Can you retouch headshots?
Absolutely. We include light retouching with all headshots we deliver to ensure a natural but polished look.
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