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Since 2010, Decades (based in Chico, CA) has been working (and rocking) around the clock to learn material spanning from the 1950s (Dion’s “Runaround Sue”) to today (Taylor Swift's "Cruel Summer") for weddings and other events. The band has played 1,000+ shows all along the West Coast, earning its place as one of California's most in-demand bands. Throughout a single show, they'll swap between several instruments (including saxophone, harmonica, penny whistle, accordion, and trumpet to name a few) and belt out four-part harmonies, showcasing each member's musical versatility, while continuing to put on a highly energetic live show.

Decades' impressive catalog, mixed with its young talents (ages 27-36), has led to numerous achievements and highlights. Most recently, they have become the pre-game party band the San Francisco 49ers. Some notable performances include playing Lake Tahoe’s Outdoor Arena, AT&T Park and Great American Music Hall in San Francisco, the Francis Ford Coppola Winery, several fundraisers for then Oakland Raiders, and the Hawaiian islands for 5 consecutive years. They have also opened for both Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles and The Drifters, as well as up-and-coming country star Tim Duggar. Decades have recorded three albums, two of which were recorded with Grammy-nominated producer Sylvia Massy (Prince, Johnny Cash, Tool). According to Bob Littell, former entertainment director of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., "This is the hardest working band in town."

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Couples and their guests were blown away by the talent and energy of this band's performances. In addition to their talent, they were professional, accommodating, and easy to work with. Scroll through their photo gallery, where you'll find a video of this talented group in action.

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FAQ

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

Ceremony 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
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)?

4 - 6

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

Acoustic
Big Band
Classic Rock
Country
Dance
Funk
Hip Hop
Motown
Oldies
Pop
R&B / Soul
Rock

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Fog Machine
Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

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Decades, a highly recommended band for weddings, received glowing reviews for their exceptional talent and ability to keep guests of all ages on the dance floor. Reviewers praised the band for their extensive setlist, professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail. They were commended for their performance during ceremonies, receptions, and other wedding events, with guests describing them as energetic, fun, and engaging. Their communication, preparation, and adaptability in varying weather conditions were also highlighted, making them a standout choice for couples seeking memorable and entertaining live music for their special day.

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Decades, a highly recommended band for weddings, received glowing reviews for their exceptional talent and ability to keep guests of all ages on the dance floor. Reviewers praised the band for their extensive setlist, professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail. They were commended for their performance during ceremonies, receptions, and other wedding events, with guests describing them as energetic, fun, and engaging. Their communication, preparation, and adaptability in varying weather conditions were also highlighted, making them a standout choice for couples seeking memorable and entertaining live music for their special day.

Sharon
Sharon Sent on 02/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best⠴ hire them now!

We hired Decades for our daughter’s wedding banquet on 10/10/22! They’re EPIC !!!

As a native SF, I chair countless galas in The City from the SF symphony , SF ballet to organizations such as Dress For Success and Red Cross. The attendance for these major galas range from 300 to 10,000 plus. Entertainment is utmost important to keep our guests happy and wanting to return again for good times which is vital to support the cause.
For our daughter’s wedding…we had four days of festivities to celebrate her marriage and our gaining a new son!

Wedding Fete’ climaxed with a FUN but traditionally modern Chinese Banquet of 350 guests.

DECADES ROCKED the HOUSE! From the start communication with Billy was incredibly easy ! He not only listened sincerely and with consideration, he was key in providing input to enhance the day. Contract was EASY and clear. No extra jargon bleh bleh but straightforward — like Billy. The band came to the venue early for set up. Each person was not only amazingly nice, well mannered but also very professional.

When it came time for MUSIC… MAN OH MAN!
They played beautiful background music setting wonderful mood for all the dinner guests. The genre switched right after dinner to dance music! From the toddlers to 90 year olds, EVERYONE GOT UP to dance! Seats were empty with bodies all moving on the dance floor. By 12 midnight, we were gently getting scooted out by the venue! Nobody wanted to go home and it was extremely difficult to get them out the door because the music was THAT GOOD! People couldn’t get enough of DECADES! They still wanted to
P A R T Y!

Run don’t walk to get them in contract for your event! They are surreal!
Kelly
Kelly Sent on 07/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of the decade

There. Are. No. Words. And that’s humiliating because I’m a lawyer so basically only know how to do words and STILL have no words. Everyone, including the deacon who married us and my cousin’s headphone-wearing-10-month-old could NOT leave the party till 11:00 hard shutdown because the music was THAT GOOD.

At various points I just kind of ignored by husband of 45 minutes and just stared at all the musicians one at a time to absorb the UNSPEAKABLE talent as they went from BANGER to BANGER to BANGER to BANGER. At no point did I wish there was a different pace of music- I was dancing so hard in 102° heat that I poured a bottle of water inside my wedding dress just so i could dance longer. Like, feral.

AND FLEXIBILITY!!!??????!!!! OH MY GAWD. The BAND AND MY FAMILY PUT TOGETHER SURPRISES FOR ME throughout my wedding- during the speeches, my dad started singing a song, with my sister in law playing piano- because the decades were kind enough to let her borrow the mic and keys. THEN, my other sister in law sang our first dance song she wrote, borrowing a guitar from the decades because they were THAT KIND. THEN, they performed the mother daughter and father son songs live, that they learned just for us. LASTLY- my brother took the stage to guitar solo Tennessee whiskey WITH the band, because they were chill enough to jam together- and it BROKE MY BRAIN. Like. WHAT!!!????


My wedding vision was “Nashville in NorCal” and DID IT DELIVER. If you want a fun wedding, and hire the Decades, like, you did it. It’s over. You’re done.

-Kelly Aristides
Meya
Meya Sent on 06/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Decades Band was the highlight of my wedding

I’m thrilled to post about the amazing band that was the highlight of our wedding. They are called Decades and are a total hidden gem!

For those of you who are interested in live music and are intimidated by the cost or for those of you who prioritize entertainment and guest experience, this band is for you. They totally stole the show and got all ages on the dance floor, including the more reserved/shy folks. From Sweet Caroline to Pink Pony Club and Don’t Stop Believin’ to Espresso, they played something for everyone. I was so impressed with their performance as were our guests. A ton of people told me how much they loved the band - It was by far the biggest compliment we received!

Our wedding was 4pm to 10pm - The band arrived at 11:30am to set up (they were early), along with their sound engineer and equipment. They provided audio for the ceremony, cocktail hour & reception as well as the MC, who was fantastic. Super professional and lovely people. Highly recommend. Also, compared with the quotes I got from other live bands, they were significantly more affordable. They could easily have charged double what I paid. Hire this band for an unforgettable wedding celebration!!!
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