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  • 2026

Afterglow Avenue

Reception Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Ceremony Music
Willing to Travel
David
Charlotte
Sarah
Rebecca
Sara

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Afterglow Avenue is a wedding and event entertainment company based in Sarasota, Florida. As a group of the finest musicians in the area, these performers can elevate your celebration to the next level and create the perfect ambiance through music. Their unique live band and DJ combo means all of your entertainment needs can be taken care of, and your dance floor will be packed all evening. With over a decade of experience and over 500 events under their belt, Afterglow Avenue understands what it takes to make your big day truly unforgettable.

Services Offered

This group's seamless band and DJ combo means that the atmosphere can transition from day to night perfectly, keeping your celebration in constant motion. They have many bespoke offerings to choose from to suit the style of your special day. Whether you wish to hire their All-Star 6-Piece lineup, just their DJ and MC service, or both, they've got you covered. An acoustic cocktail hour duo and ceremony instrumentals are also available. Reach out to the team today for more information!

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 14 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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FAQ

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Lighting
MC
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

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

Acoustic
Blues
Classic Rock
Country
Dance
Funk
Hip Hop
Motown
Oldies
Pop
Punk Rock
R&B / Soul
Reggae
Rock

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Still have questions?

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Reviews of Afterglow Avenue

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Afterglow Avenue, led by Ryan Faraday, received glowing reviews for their exceptional performance at multiple events, including weddings. Reviewers praised their energy, talent, professionalism, and ability to keep the dance floor packed throughout the night. Ryan's responsiveness, organization, and willingness to cater to special requests were highlighted as key factors in making each event memorable. Guests consistently raved about the band's setlist, vocals, and overall contribution to creating a lively and unforgettable atmosphere. Their adaptability, seamless transitions, and ability to engage the audience were commended, making Afterglow Avenue a highly recommended choice for celebrations and weddings alike.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Afterglow Avenue, led by Ryan Faraday, received glowing reviews for their exceptional performance at multiple events, including weddings. Reviewers praised their energy, talent, professionalism, and ability to keep the dance floor packed throughout the night. Ryan's responsiveness, organization, and willingness to cater to special requests were highlighted as key factors in making each event memorable. Guests consistently raved about the band's setlist, vocals, and overall contribution to creating a lively and unforgettable atmosphere. Their adaptability, seamless transitions, and ability to engage the audience were commended, making Afterglow Avenue a highly recommended choice for celebrations and weddings alike.

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Steve Sent on 09/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great wedding band!

We were very happy with Ryan and his band. They sounded absolutely incredible and were very professional and fun! So many of our guests mentioned after the wedding how great the band sounded. They played many songs they hadn’t played in a while and sounded perfect. We would recommend them to anyone looking for a band.
David
David Sent on 01/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Celebration Party (On New Year's Eve!)

Ryan and the band, Afterglow Avenue, ROCKED IT! I hired them to play at my wedding "celebration party" (which was also New Year's Eve) and they blew my expectations away. From the beginning, Ryan was a pleasure to work with and an excellent point of contact: responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in making the night special!

The band blew our expectations away and multiple guests told me how great they were! Once it was time to liven things up a bit, the dance floor never saw the moonlight again --- it was packed! Great job, Ryan and Afterglow! I look forward to my next party! - David
Charlotte
Charlotte Sent on 12/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best of the best!

From the first song to the last dance, they brought incredible energy, amazing talent, and kept the dance floor packed all night long. Beyond their incredible music, Ryan went above and beyond to help keep the events of the night running smoothly. His professionalism, organization, and willingness to step in wherever needed made such a difference. Our guests are still raving about them, and we couldn’t have asked for a better band to be part of our special day.
C
Casey Sent on 10/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Grateful for such a fun and amazing band!!!

Ryan and The Team absolutely slayed our wedding! From start to finish, they were on point for every single moment, every song, and every transition. The energy they brought was unmatched — they kept the dance floor packed all night long, and our guests are still raving about how incredible they were! Their vocals were amazing, and we loved how they rolled with everything — from special announcements to last-minute song requests — with total ease and enthusiasm. They truly made the night unforgettable and turned our reception into the ultimate celebration. We can’t thank the band enough for making our wedding feel so alive and for giving us a night we’ll never forget. They are a group we’ll be recommending to everyone! With endless gratitude, Casey & Alex
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 10/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

So amazing

The Afterglow Avenue is truly the best of the best. Ryan Faraday made our wedding planning so much more fun and effortless. He answered any and all questions we had promptly. With being a huge music family with a ton of special requests, the band was able to honor those requests and was truly better than we could have ever imagined. This band is truly the BEST!!! Our wedding guests have all stated it was the best wedding they attended and the band was incredible. They have such a good setlist of all genres and go from one song to the next to keep the party going. They are high energy and so fun! I felt like I was attending a concert just for me!!! My husband and I are so grateful for having them for our wedding band. They were able to perform one of me and my dad's favorite blues song and it was so special. Afterglow Avenue are professional and truly one of a kind!!!
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 09/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing band!!

Ryan was thoughtful, professional, and so helpful throughout the band/music wedding planning process. My husband and several guests are in bands, and they were so impressed with the set list and flow of the music. The band was super tight and the sound was amazing. The dancing didn't stop once it started, and several of our guests said it was the best band they've ever heard at a wedding. We were slightly nervous about not having much control over the set list, but Ryan assured us they know what works and they were right. Every song hit perfectly and helped really amplify the party atmosphere and dancing. I was waiting to hear one song I was really excited about, and they played it as the last song in a way that made it even more special and memorable. One of my favorite parts of the night! Also, they learned our first dance song which was a more obscure song, and it was so great getting to have our first dance played live. If we have a future party with live music this is the first band I would turn to! Don't hesitate to book them- I feel so lucky we got them for our wedding!
Sara
Sara Sent on 09/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ryan Faraday’s review from my 65th Birthday Party

What a fabulous band Ryan Faraday leads. I had a 65th birthday party in June of 2025 and hired Ryan’s band for entertainment. What a great job Ryan, band members and singers did. All of our guests danced the night away and to this day everyone talks about how great the band was! I could not recommend them highly enough.
Brackett
Brackett Sent on 09/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the Best

Ryan and the band were absolutely incredible! They were communicative, upfront, and a true collaborative partner in planning our party timeline. Throughout the night, they adapted seamlessly—from laid-back music during cocktail hour, to creating the perfect dinner ambiance, to getting everyone on their feet for an unforgettable dance party. We received so many compliments on the band, both during and after the event. Every performer was fantastic—dynamic and engaging without stealing the spotlight—and the vocals were truly outstanding. They helped make the evening everything we had hoped for. I would highly recommend booking Afterglow Avenue!
B
Brendan Sent on 08/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend

I cannot say enough great things about Ryan and the band. Their professionalism, communication, and overall performance was really second to none. For our wedding, they were entertaining, funny, and outstanding performers that kept the dance floor packed the entire night. They showed up early to the wedding to set up, confirmed everything we’ve discussed previously (as we know for weddings, things change every day 😊) and still have all of our wedding guests talking about how terrific the band was.
I cannot recommend them enough as you will be extremely happy with the outcome.

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