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Retrospect is a talented nine-piece live band performing in the Maryland/DC/Virginia area and beyond. This professional ensemble offers a repertoire that spans five decades, offering sounds to please guests of all ages. This band brings a professional performance and high-energy atmosphere to create an entertainment experience to remember.

Services Offered

Retrospect supplies three lead singers and a horn section, providing quality live sound for your event. They offer a vast library of songs and genres to choose from. These include current popular music, '90s and '80s hits, Motown, country, and swing. The band will work directly with you to tailor their playlist and style to your specifications and wedding theme. They are happy to learn new songs to enhance your occasion and can provide ceremony music, cocktail hour music, and reception entertainment. They are also available to travel nationally to perform at your chosen destination. Additional services offered include:

  • MC services
  • Music during breaks
  • Sample performances
  • Lighting
  • Microphones
  • Sound/PA system
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Which of the following are included in your popular wedding package?

Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

7+

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Classic Rock
Country
Dance
Motown
Oldies
Pop
R&B / Soul
Rock
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Sample Performances
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Retrospect

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Bobby Sent on 07/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fun and friendly!

I cannot say enough good things about Retrospect. Larry was responsive and easy to work with, and the band was accommodating in their willingness to learn a few important songs for us. On the day of our wedding, all band members were energetic and friendly. We got so many compliments on Retrospect during and after our wedding. They truly made the night!
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Casey Sent on 02/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

NYE Dream Wedding: Dance floor PACKED all night long

Both my sisters and my cousins have used this band for their weddings, and regardless of the venue, the theme, the crowd, they have not ONCE disappointed. Larry and his band are simply the best!! Larry took my husband and me to lunch a few months before the date to talk about the night. He is clearly an expert - he asked great questions and knew exactly what we wanted so we didn’t have to worry about anything. The band’s song list is seemingly endless, and picking out/ranking the songs that we wanted played throughout the entirety of the night was so fun. They kept the night going and the dance floor was packed all night long. HIGHLY recommend Retrospect for any event you plan!!
Chrissy
Chrissy Sent on 10/31/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great part of the best night of my life- Energetic, quality, flexible, accommodating

Retrospect performed at my wedding in September and they were FANTASTIC! The energy in the room was tangible, people danced all night. I loved what they did with the lights. Larry was so incredibly accommodating, helping us with the timeline and ideas. They learned I think 4 new songs for us, and they let us come up on stage and perform with them! I would 100% hire them again for any other event we do. I got so many comments about how great the band was. The playlist was so good, even my non-English-speaking friends loved the music. Thank you Retrospect!
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Fran Sent on 10/12/2019
5 out of 5 rating

This band is like family!

The whole Retrospect team is amazing, the best band ever! They are like a family themselves, and when the bridal party went on stage to play 2 songs with them, it was like one big happy family! The whole band was smiling the whole night; it appeared that they genuinely enjoyed themselves as much as all of our guests did! As my daughter the bride said, the whole day was just as she wanted it to be, and the band was a major part of the night. Larry goes above and beyond to prepare with the bride/groom and make sure the party is fun and joyful for everyone! Can't wait to call them again for our next family wedding!
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Jerry Sent on 10/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

great sound! energetic, entertaining, flexible...

What a band! What a great sound! energetic, entertaining, flexible and even skilled in photography! Thanks Larry and the band for just a wonderful wedding celebration! The huge smiles in pictures you posted on your facebook page should easily tell the story! Your work with our daughter, the bride, on the playlist and the performance were outstanding! It certainly was a night we will remember forever.
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Sally Sent on 06/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome performance!

Just attended a family wedding where Retrospect performed. We were wowed by their performance. Never left the dance floor empty. An amazing group of talented musicians with an equally amazing song list that appealed to all.
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D Beatley Sent on 06/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Band!!!!!

You will not be disappointed! Retrospect recently played at our daughter’s wedding reception. The guests were blown away by the selection of great dancing music. The songs connected all generations and our friends and family had the best time ever. Larry was wonderful in helping us to prepare for the event. He met with us prior to the wedding to get to know the couple and go over details. Upon leaving that meeting, I knew Retrospect had the entertainment piece totally under control and they absolutely came through. We have seen them perform over the years and their talent and professionalism have been overwhelming. We will call on them in the future for any musical performance needs we have. They helped to make our special day even more special!!!!!!
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Cheri Sent on 12/31/2018
5 out of 5 rating

High Expectations Exceeded 😀

We’re both on second marriages and chose Reteospect for our wedding band. We wanted a high energy band with a dedicated horn section that had the versatility to play music from several different decades and genres. Restrospect did not disappoint... they were AMAZING!!! They even took the time to learn a new song that we requested. They did a great with emceeing the event and getting the crowd on the dance floor. Highly recommend!!!!!!
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Megan Sent on 11/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Trust the reviews - Retrospect Band is AWESOME!

Retrospect Band was absolutely incredible. Larry & Co. were such an integral part of our September wedding in Dallastown, Pennsylvania and we will forever be thankful we trusted so many other amazing reviews when making our band decision! Within just a few days of talking with Larry, and before we even signed a contract with him, he took time on a Saturday to drive up to our venue to check out the electrical set-up and other logistical aspects to ensure everything would go smoothly on the big day. The band learned 2 new songs for us for our wedding party entrances and even sent us media clips to hear how things would sound in advance of the wedding. During our reception they killed it - the dance floor was packed and everyone had a wonderful time. The Band even took some great pictures of our guests enjoying the reception and a few of those shots are some of our favorites from the entire day. So many guests have told us after the wedding that they were the best band they've ever seen at a wedding. We recommend times a million!
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Lauren Sent on 11/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

So much fun!!

Retrospect did an amazing job at our wedding and had everyone on the dance floor from beginning to end of the night! Larry was very professional and helpful throughout the whole process, he even took us to lunch to walk through logistics and all of our requests so everything went smoothly on the day of. They also learned several songs we requested! Cannot say enough great things about this band!! Thank you Retrospect!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

7 Endorsements
By Asa Photography By Asa Photography Wedding Photographers

Retrospect really kept the party going. As a photographer, I rely on the DJ and entertainment to keep people smiling and active on the dance floor. Great entertainment, like Retrospect, makes my job so much easier and more fun! Thanks for being great pros!

Video Express & Photography Video Express & Photography Wedding Videographers

I love this band they are awesome. Easy to work with and play such a wide variety of music you can only be pleased if you use Retrospect.

Philip Kent Master Photographer Philip Kent Master Photographer Wedding Photographers

Larry and his gang are tops! Always a pleasure to work with them at receptions. The guests are always impressed with this group and they give you a terrific reception experience.

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