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COL has Wow'ed private parties, weddings, galas, fundraisers, special events, concerts and club shows in Albany, Troy, Schenectady, Saratoga Springs, New York City, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Vermont, Rhode Island and even as far away as Wisconsin and Virginia for over 2 Decades

With an energizing live show that features five dynamic vocalists, a fluid rhythm section featuring two keyboardists , and a hot 2 piece horn section, Cryin' Out Loud will make your event one to remember.

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Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
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
Funk
Hip Hop
Motown
Pop
R&B / Soul
Rock

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Vocals
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Projector
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Cryin' Out Loud

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Kevin Sent on 10/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Cryin’ Out Loud rocked our wedding!

Cryin’ Out Loud absolutely blew the roof off of our wedding. That’s all there is to it. Gregg and crew did a fantastic job with all of our A/V needs from beginning to end. Gregg provided and set up a microphone and speaker and seamlessly played our music tracks for our ceremony. COL’s talented pianist and saxophone player set exactly the right mood during our cocktail hour, even surprising us with some jazzy takes on Disney and Broadway tunes after correctly sussing out that our guestlist was filled with former theater kids.

Cryin’ Out Loud brought the house down at our reception, keeping the energy high and our guests dancing all night long. When we asked a couple weeks before the wedding if they happened to know “Pink Pony Club,” Gregg’s answer was “Sure, we can learn that.” Not only did they learn the song just for us, they invited Elizabeth up to sing it with them, which became one of the highlights of the night for everyone involved. We still have friends and family telling us how much they loved Cryin’ Out Loud. Many guests told us they felt like they were at a private concert. And we know for a fact that more than one group of guests have since gone out together to see Cryin’ Out Loud play at other local venues. Cryin’ Out Loud gets our highest recommendation!
Adam-Lauren
Adam-Lauren Sent on 10/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Wedding Band!

When my husband and I got engaged, we thought for sure we were going to get a DJ. Then, we went to a wedding where Cryin' Out Loud played and we knew we absolutely had to have a band!
We booked Cryin' Out Loud for our wedding, and many of our guests said that they were the best wedding band they had ever seen. The dance floor was PACKED all night, even my 92 year old grandmother got up to dance!
The band featured great musicians, and their energy was absolutely unrivaled. Amazing quality for the price, we highly recommend Cryin Out Loud!
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Alessandra Sent on 01/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The band that gets the party started and doesn't stop!

We booked Cryin' Out Loud for our wedding this past New Year's Eve and are beyond satisfied. If you want a party that gets guests of all ages on the dance floor, you need Cryin' Out Loud.

From live piano during our cocktail hour to ringing in the New Year with brass and killer vocals, the band did not disappoint. They had the bride and groom up on stage and their band members interacting with guests on the dance floor. Throughout the long night, their breaks were so short that our guests never left the dance floor. It was a New Year's party to remember, all thanks to COL!
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Debora Sent on 11/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Band

Their performance was outstanding! We could not be happier with our decision to book Cryin’ Out Loud. They are high energy, professional and very talented. They were the only band we went to see and we booked them immediately. We are so glad we did! Our guests are still talking about how much fun they were and what a great time they had at our wedding! I highly recommend them for your wedding or any event. You will not disappointed!
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Allison Sent on 10/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!!!

Our guests did not stop talking about how incredible this band is!! They made our wedding night an absolute dream and nonstop party! Gregg was so easy to work with and Danielle the MC has an amazing voice!
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Jackie Sent on 09/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Band

We had so much fun with Cryin Out Loud on our wedding night! We hired them after seeing them perform out in Saratoga for years in a row, knowing that they always kept the dancing floor going and they still exceeded our expectations! They had each and every one of our guests dancing all night long! They even let some of our guests participate in the band and those performances made the night so much more special for all! We cannot thank them enough and are already so excited to see them again!
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Melissa Sent on 06/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent, easy to work with, extremely talented.

Cryin’ Out Loud exceeded all expectations for our wedding. From initial planning, to the ceremony through the last call, they were nothing but fantastic. Their experience with weddings is obvious and the dance floor was packed all night. HIGHLY recommend!
Jackie
Jackie Sent on 05/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding band ever!

They were absolutely fantastic. Our guests have been raving about the "concert" they attended at our wedding for days! Cryin Out Loud was so much fun and kept people dancing and singing all night long!
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Emily Sent on 10/26/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Cryin' Out Loud Made Our Wedding!!

Cryin' Out Loud made our wedding! From age 10 - 90 all our guests enjoyed the band and never left the dance floor. They kept the party going all night and always kept the energy up, a 5 hour reception flew by! They are by far the best wedding band in the Capital Region and I can't imagine our day without them. All of our guests are still talking about how incredible they were! I would definitely recommend them for any upcoming wedding or party!
Susan
Susan Sent on 10/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

This band made the wedding!

From beginning to end brought the party! Announcing the wedding party with a personal touch to bringing the band onto the dance floor making the guests feel super special. The guests chairs were empty from after dinner to the end of the night. Everyone danced. People saying goodbye with well wishing a to the Bride and Groom said “the band was awesome “ and “This party was bumping all night”. Even the more mature guests were dancing. They brought a superb variety of music for all ages and the utmost skilled musicians in any venue I’ve ever seen. Last but least, their professionalism, dapper dressing, and stage presence was above my expectations. My first born daughters wedding was so beautifully choreographed but the reception will be the talk of the family for decades because of Crying Out Loud. For Daughter #2 I will book this band again.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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WOW, WOW & WOW!!! We had the pleasure of working with these folks at a Wedding at Echo Lake Lodge in Warrensburg, NY and we were blown away. They are A-MAZ-ING!!! My daughter who works with us was there and she told me and them that she wants them for her wedding day!! She is only 17 so she has a while yet...hopefully! She was very impressed with all of the different genres that they played and played well. Great job!! You made the night so much fun!! We hope we get to work with you all again!!

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