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*Imagine your perfect wedding with a Caribbean backdrop!*

Pan Loco delivers the smooth rhythms and melodies of the Caribbean. Our AUTHENTIC steel drum music will spice things up at your wedding ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner and cocktail hour or after-party with a specialized repertoire of reggae, soca, and calypso tunes. Have a special song you want to hear? Ask us! We do most requests. Got curious kids at your wedding? Bring 'em on! We love having kids play along with us.

*About Us*

Founded by Bob Lucas and Justin Petty, Pan Loco has been in business for more than thirty years. Since 1991, they have enlivened over 2000 events with Calypso, Soca, and Reggae music straight from the islands, and even popular contemporary music modified for steel drums. They are known for their professionalism and trustworthiness at all the celebrations they perform at.

*Services Offered*

Pan Loco can perform in multiple configurations to suit you event's needs - from a steel drum soloist up to a six-piece group with vocals. We can perform acoustically for those beautiful beach weddings or with amplification and excitement to get all your guests dancing.

*Scope of Our Business*

In addition to weddings, we are available year-round for other private and public events from birthday parties to boat cruises to bar mitzvahs. If you name it, we've probably done it! We love what we do and would love to work with YOU to make your special day unique.

*Repertoire Summary*

Our repertoire is extensive and authentic - See our website at www.panloco.com for audio samples and a list of our most requested songs from island calypso, soca, and reggae to traditional wedding favorites such as "Here Comes the Bride" or "Pachelbel's Canon" played with the unmistakable sound of steel drums.

We love what we do . . . and this will be obvious. So don't wait... contact us today for information!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$550

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$1,500

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What is the price of your popular wedding package?

$2,000

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
Soloist / Vocalist

Which of the following are included in the package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

What instruments does your group play?

Drums

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sound/PA System

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

Acoustic
Caribbean
Latin
Reggae

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Microphones
Sound/PA System
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Reviews of Pan Loco Steel Band

4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
3 Reviews
99% recommend it
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    4.7 out of 5 rating
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David R. Sent on 11/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Rehearsal Dinner at the Chatham Bars Inn's Beach House

Bob Lucas' Pan Loco Steel Band played at our son and daughter-in-laws Rehearsal Dinner. The music provided the perfect relaxed beach-front atmosphere we wanted. The event was perfect and will always be remembered by our guests as special. Thanks to Bob!
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Marci Sent on 11/06/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We had an outdoor wedding so we hired Pan Loco to play during cocktail hour and dinner. Our guests loved it. It was the perfect touch for a beautiful July day and it helped create the laid back atmosphere that we were looking for. Bob, the band leader, was very professional and super easy to work with. It was an extra expense because we already had a DJ, but it was worth it. If you’re looking for a steel drum band for your wedding or any summer event, I would definitely recommend Pan Loco. And if you want to check them out beforehand, they usually play on Thursday nights in the summer behind the Intercontinental in Boston.
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E. Orringer Sent on 06/16/2023
4.8 out of 5 rating

Fun & Educational

Pan Loco immediately put us at ease, interacting easily with the audience. We were also impressed with their skill of playing different musical styles. Bob and Justin were comfortable with both adults and children.

The audience enjoyed the event so much that they didn't want to leave!
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Team

Bob  Lucas
Bob Lucas
co-owner

Bob co-founded Pan Loco Steel Band in Boston with Justin Petty in 1991 and they have been playing at public and private functions and weddings all over New England ever since. Bob and Justin are also professional solo musicians performing with many ensembles in New England.

We welcome couples of all faiths, ages, and sexual preference to enjoy our music and inquire about availability. We perform year round in mulitple configurations to suit your needs!

Go to this site to learn more about us! https://www.panloco.com/about.html

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