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Smash City

5.0 (6)
· Fremont, CA

Smash City is a versatile wedding event entertainer and band based out of San Francisco, California. Playing all kinds...Read more of hits from various decades and today, this band offers a variety of music genres during their set lists. Some of their favorite sounds include the likes of classic rock, jazz,...
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Nationwide Coverage

5.0 (58)
· Nashville, TN

After 20 years of servicing the entire US, Nationwide Coverage presents a talented and versatile wedding cover band....Read more With an extensive ensemble and 100s of songs in their repertoire, they can cater to any style of wedding. Nationwide Coverage's performances are filled with energy, letting all of...

$10,000

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Silver Arrow Band

4.8 (640)
· Cape Cod, MA

High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters,...Read more infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Silver Arrows are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece...

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UNLTD!

5.0 (15)
· Northern New Jersey, NJ

Some of Cafe Wha?'s finest musicians come together in UNLTD! A band that can really offer unlimited fun at your wedding....Read more They play everything from rock, reggae, R&B, pop to hip hop! And they will customize their set to whatever music you love best.

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The Music City Sound

5.0 (71)
· Nashville, TN

The Music City Sound is a Nashville based band entertaining crowds from Music City and beyond. The band is led by artist...Read more C.T. Blackmore and professional touring musician Will Elliott. They combine experience, passion, and a talent for packing the dance floor to deliver unforgettable performances....

$4,850

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The Uptown Getdowns

5.0 (46)
· Oak Ridge, NJ

The Uptown Getdowns is a professional wedding and event band based in Oak Ridge, New Jersey. This band provides a unique...Read more sound, style, and experience that will have all your guests at your special event up on their feet all night long. The Uptown Getdowns cover a wide range of musical genres and...

$5,000

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Bluewater Kings Band

4.9 (478)
· Toledo, OH

High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters,...Read more infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece...

$5,500
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Emerald Empire Band

4.9 (455)
· Montgomery, AL

High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters,...Read more infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Emerald Empire are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece...

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Atlanta Wedding Band

5.0 (101)
· Atlanta, GA

You've been searching for a band that will create a night your guests will never forget, and YOU'VE FOUND IT! Atlanta...Read more Wedding Band is a tight knit roster of friends--some of which have been playing together since high school! With some of the best musicians and entertainers Atlanta has to offer, AWB...

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$4,300
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Ring Of Music Band & Orchestra

5.0 (231)
· Milwaukee, WI

Ring Of Music Band & Orchestra is a Chicago, Illinois-based wedding band and wedding orchestra that also specializes in...Read more special events entertainment. This wedding band provides all of the music for your wedding from start to finish, including the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and reception. If a...

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Velvet City Sound

5.0 (30)
· Knoxville, TN

If you're looking for the perfect soundtrack for your big day, you've arrived!You want an upbeat, professional, and...Read more personable band that guarantees a seamless planning process, a smooth flow of events on your big day, and an unforgettable dance party - all at a competitive price. With years of...

$3,495
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Bay Kings Band

4.9 (308)
· Florida Keys, FL

High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters,...Read more infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bay Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band...
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Travis Allison Band

5.0 (105)
· Isle of Palms, SC

Travis Allison Band is a variety wedding band based in Charleston, South Carolina. This musical group provides energetic...Read more live music for couples during their long-anticipated special day. The owner and front man, Travis, is an experienced musician who was awarded a music scholarship from the...

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$5,000

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TRADEWINDS

5.0 (51)
· West Babylon, NY

TRADEWINDS is a wedding band based in West Babylon, New York. This team of professional musicians is honored to help you...Read more celebrate your wedding day with energetic and joyful music. For over a decade, TRADEWINDS has continued to grow from a high-energy party band to a professional company that is...

$7,500

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The Class

5.0 (62)
· Napa Valley, CA

Based out of LA, but playing all over California, The Class is a high-energy, classy live entertainment wedding and...Read more party band. They offer a truly unique, upscale, boutique live entertainment experience as an alternative to the traditional large, cheesy and over-the-top wedding bands. The Class...

$7,000

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All Star Jukebox

5.0 (30)
· San Francisco, CA

Based in San Francisco, California, All Star Jukebox is a versatile dance band that plays all styles of music. Featuring...Read more award-winning talent, this sought-after band has been performing at Bay Area weddings and events since 2002. Whether you want an elegant evening reminiscent of Frank Sinatra, or a...
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Business Time

5.0 (79)
· Boston, MA

We're the rock and roll band Business Time. We help you throw the most ridiculously fun wedding, with the exact music...Read more you want to hear, that your guests won't stop talking about for years to come.Tired of every wedding band video having the same overplayed songs? Yeah, we were too.Business Time is...

$6,500
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American Midnight

5.0 (45)
· Boston, MA

Make it a night you'll never forget! When you book Boston, Massachusetts-based wedding band American Midnight, we...Read more guarantee an energetic and fun-filled night that will keep the dance floor packed. Our passion for delivering show-stopping performances combined with our commitment to client...

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Sweetwater Junction

5.0 (53)
· Atlanta, GA

Sweetwater Junction is a high-energy band based out of Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in weddings, corporate events, and...Read more other private functions. Sweetwater Junction has performed at hundreds of events over the last decade throughout the Southeast. They have built a solid reputation working in...

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Bialek's Music

4.9 (1,669)
· Rockville, MD

Bialek's Music has been the life of the party for 45 years in the Washington Metropolitan area. From Bands to DJ's,...Read more Soloists to Ensembles, we've got what it takes to make your event the talk of the town! We even have photo booths and uplighting to complete your experience. No matter what you need to...

$4,855

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None Other

5.0 (207)
· Fort Myers, FL

None Other is a wedding band based in Naples, Florida that performs weddings in Tampa, Sarasota, Bonita Springs, Captiva...Read more Island, Boca Grande and Marco Island. If you want your wedding to be extraordinary, you need musicians who will exceed expectations. Award-winning band, None Other, puts on...

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Avondale Entertainment: Drywater, AguaSeca & JayoSoul

5.0 (126)
· Austin, TX

The Drywater Band: Custom-Tailored Big Bands with the Best Vocalists in the World ✓ The Most Diverse, Authentic &...Read more Talented Vocalists in the Industry✓ Industry Leading 700+ Multilingual Song List✓ Bands ranging from 9 to 20+ pieces✓ High End Lighting Production w/ Video Wall Options✓ 3, 4, or 5-hours...

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Around Town Entertainment

5.0 (210)
· Westchester, NY

Around Town Entertainment is a full entertainment company specializing in live music for all types of events in the New...Read more York metropolitan area. The company offers five wedding bands consisting of professional New York musicians and vocalists, each providing an energetic yet sophisticated...

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Steady Eddy and the Shakers

5.0 (8)
· San Francisco, CA

Steady Eddy and the Shakers are a high energy, 8-piece Motown mashup band based in San Francisco with one goal in mind:...Read more Let's create the party of a lifetime! We believe in spreading joy through unrivaled musical performances tailored to your vision. This popular San Francisco cover band is available...

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$3,200

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Wedding Music Bands

Whether you envision a small ensemble as your wedding guests dine, or a large, lively band to provide the soundtrack as you dance the night away, the wedding music you choose is an important element of your Big Day. While musical tastes vary, we can all agree that there’s nothing quite like music to set the desired mood at an event.

Couples have two major options: hiring a wedding DJ or finding the perfect live wedding music band to anchor the celebration. Along with playing any requested tunes and providing essential entertainment, a DJ or wedding music band leader also ensures that your event moves smoothly and fluidly from one amazing moment to the next.

If you decide to go with live music, selecting the right band is crucial. Here are some things to consider when picking your wedding music band.

Choosing the Best Wedding Music Bands

Although your wedding venue may have a list of musicians that they work with, you may not be limited to the names on it. Check the contract to see if you can bring in outside musicians. Also, be familiar with any noise restrictions at the venue, or the need for extra power supplies or any other equipment for your band. Keep in mind that a band will likely take up more space than a DJ, so make sure there are ample accommodations. As with other elements of wedding planning, the more information you have available about your wedding music band in advance, the more smoothly your actual event will run.

Couples should be aware that wedding live bands tend to be more expensive than a DJ – but this is a good area to splurge. A live band provides a rich sound and is a memorable option for your reception. Before booking, ask any potential bands if they are performing at any public events in the near future. If so, you can see them in person and decide if they fit your style. Otherwise, ask for some videos of past performances. After searching around, reading reviews and possibly seeing potential wedding bands perform, you'll be ready to make your selection.

Selecting Songs for Your Wedding Music Band

Before your event, we recommend giving your chosen wedding music band two specific song lists. One should be songs and musical genres you absolutely want to hear, along with when you want to hear them (such as processional, recessional, first dance and mother-son/ father-daughter dance). The other list should be songs and musical categories you don’t want them to play.

Give some thought to your guests in attendance. While nobody is disputing that it's your special day, you also want your friends, family and loved ones to have a good time. You might add some classic songs and/or fast and slow songs to encourage everyone to dance.

WeddingWire offers plenty of resources for finding the right wedding live band to suit your musical desires. Don't forget to check online reviews for advice from couples who have previously hired your band. Start your search and find the live wedding music to complete your celebration!

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