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Funk Evolution Entertainment
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Funk Evolution Entertainment is an all-inclusive wedding band in the Albany, New York area. Since 2010, they have been a leader in the Upstate NY Music Scene. Performing nearly 100 shows annually as the same group of 9 top-shelf musicians, Funk Evolution performs many of the region's top Gala, Corporate Functions, and Weddings year after year. They are also recognized as one of the Albany-Saratoga region's most prominent party bands, featured as the 'House Band' at the area's most popular nightclubs and casinos.
The current Members of Funk Evolution have shared the stage and worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment, including: Chris Daughtry, Liza Minnelli, Ty Herndon, The Eli Young Band, Aaron Carter, Il Divo, The Trans Siberian Orchestra, Britt Nicole, Cody Simpson, Rita Ora, Circque Du Soleil, George Clinton/P-Funk, Uncle Cracker, The Grass Roots and many more. Funk Evolution is truly a who's who of top regional talent and an elite group of entertainers who take great pride in making your wedding the absolute best day of your life!
**It is important to note that Funk Evolution is not a talent agency! The 8 full-time members of Funk Evolution Entertainment take great pride in the quality, consistency, and customer-focused mentality of our product. When you hire Funk Evolution, you know the exact musicians that will perform at your wedding (no substitute musicians), and you can expect nothing less than premium quality entertainment!**
- Services Offered: Funk Evolution is one of the only full-service Bridal Entertainment Group's in NY's Capital Region. From Ceremony Music, Cocktail Hour Jazz Combos, Emcee*, DJ Service*, Custom Wireless Uplighting, Custom Gobo Monogram Projections, After-Party DJ Service, Planning and Coordination Support* (incl. professionally prepared itinerary and day-of Reception Vendor Coordination). Funk Evolution provides the most all-inclusive wedding packages in our region at an extremely competitive price! *(included in all Band Bridal Contracts at no cost!!!)
- Your Perfect Wedding: Funk Evolution strongly believes that your Wedding Day should be as unique as your relationship. No two couples are the same, so no two weddings should be the same! Our Band-Leader works closely with every Bride and Groom for the months leading up to their big day to not only customize the entire reception to their unique vision but to develop a personal relationship that will bring a uniquely personal touch to your big day!
- The Music: Funk Evolution's songbook spans 5 decades. Your favorite guilty pleasures from the 60s-2010s meet today's biggest hits. Funk Evolution is the ultimate Genre-Bending live band mixing modern Country, Classic Rock, Hip Hop, Soul, Funk, and Disco with all of the radio anthems of today! Our takes on your favorite Modern Country, Top-40, R&B, Ska, and even Jam Band (read: Phish!!!!) will take your party over the edge!
- The Energy!!!! Far more than a group of elite musicians, Funk Evolution is a crew of top-shelf performers. From Sax Battles in the middle of your dance floor to choreographed dance moves. We take great pride in being far more than musicians and engaging 100% with you and your esteemed guests! We set the stage and the energy for the most epic wedding your guests will ever attend!
Please don't hesitate to reach out and speak with their wedding entertainment experts today!!! They look forward to entertaining you!
What You'll Love About Funk Evolution Entertainment
This band will bring unmatched energy to your wedding, ensuring you and your guests make the most out of the dance floor. They will work with you leading up to your big day to curate an experience tailored to your vision. Check out their reviews to see how other couples have loved working with this band.
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Reviewers rave that Funk Evolution is an exceptionally talented, high-energy wedding band that keeps the dance floor packed all night. They’re praised for professionalism, clear communication, and seamless handling of ceremony, cocktail hour, and MC duties. Guests loved the crowd interaction, horn solos, and tailored song choices. Many said they were the standout vendor who made the reception unforgettable.
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Funk Evolution completely blew us away and made our reception everything we dreamed it would be and more. The dance floor was packed ALL NIGHT, and the energy was unreal! Our guests are still talking about how incredible they were.
The band is insanely talented, and Rocco kept everything moving perfectly while bringing such fun, infectious energy. They truly made the night unforgettable and were one of the BEST decisions we could have made for our wedding.
If you want a band that will have your entire wedding dancing from start to finish—BOOK FUNK EVOLUTION. You will not regret it!!!
Incredible band for an event that knocks it out of the park!
An unforgettable celebration!!
13 Years Later, Still Elite!
Fast forward 13 years, and the best band in town deliver hands down the best live concert/jam session I have ever been to, and I am not just saying that because it was my wedding reception. They delivered the fun and funk in a way no other band could have done (overcame some stilly venue problems). They were so on point even staff at the venue were dancing as they worked the reception.
This band is intoxicating, and months later I still get comments about how amazing our wedding band was.
Not only did Rocco and his team handle our reception wonderfully, he ensured me he would take care of everything for our ceremony as well. There was a point in the procession where I thought we were going to have an issue, and it's like he read my mind and was prepared for it.
There is no one like Rocco and there is no band out there like Funk Evolution.
The reason you should get married
Party band!
They handled everything from the ceremony to cocktail hour and all the way through the reception. Once we provided the information they needed, we didn’t have to think about a single thing. Our guests were raving about them all night, and people kept asking for their name. Our favorite part was how interactive the band was on the dance floor—they brought the energy and kept everyone engaged.
Even though we only met Rocco on the wedding day, it felt like we had known him for years. This is the party band. Look no further!
The best of the best!
There’s no other option but Funk Evolution!!
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Funk Evolution Entertainment is an incredible, energetic and outstanding performing group that is nothing short of top notch! Bliss Events had the opportunity of working with Christian of Funk Evolution who was always professional and accommodating. The band was able to ignite the crowd from the very beginning of the event and kept them in fire all night long! Each member of the band is truly talented and full of passion! I look forward to working with Funk Evolution Entertainment again!!!!!
I've worked with Funk Evolution and Rocco for over 15 years and several special events and weddings. Not only are they one of the most fun bands in the area to work with but they are also consummate professionals. Rocco is a great MC and really knows how to "work" the room and keep everyone dancing and having fun. I would highly recommend Funk Evolution for your next special event or wedding!
I can not say enough about Funk Evolution. I even find myself going out to their other gigs at times! They are professional, and the music is fantastic and fun. Such talent among these musicians. Your wedding would be complete if you hired them!
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