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Philadelphia Funk Authority is one of BVTLive!'s award winning wedding bands with over 15 years of experience! Being name the Philadelphia Funk Authority for a reason, this 8 piece band knows exactly how to bring the funk to any dance floor.

Along with their versatile talent, Philadelphia Funk Authority has extensive experience when it comes to wedding planning and performance. Leave it to them to seamlessly provide entertainment while simoutaniously working with other vendors to create a flawless celebration.

Since 1998, the Philadelphia Funk Authority has been commited to providing the absoloute best high energy dance and party entertainment experience. With such versatile sound, PFA is perfect for any style of party, wedding, or even corporate events. With their energy and talent, PFA performs a vast range of music from the recents back to 5 decades!


Services Offered
Philadelphia Funk Authority provides an array of services for your entertainment needs. The ability to learn new songs, an MC and travel costs are a few of the items included in their most popular wedding package. With the option of playing music during breaks, you can have music going the entire night. Willing to travel, Philadelphia Funk Authority can provide your entertainment regardless of your wedding destination. Other services to consider include:

  • Ceremony
  • Cocktail hour
  • Instrumentals
  • Liability insurance
  • Reception
  • Sample music
  • Vocals
  • Lighting
  • Sound system
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Frequently asked questions

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

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?

Acoustic
Big Band
Classic Rock
Funk
Jazz
Motown
Oldies
Orchestra
Pop
R&B / Soul
Rock
Swing

What music services do you provide?

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

What items are available?

Lighting
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Philadelphia Funk Authority

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Allyson Sent on 05/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Such a blast!

Philly funk was SO much fun! They played my bridesmaid's wedding in 2017 and I knew I had to have them play our wedding when we got engaged. Their repertoire is huge and they play music for everyone. You don't have to worry about giving them a set list because they just go off vibes and pack the dance floor. We are still getting compliments on them. Thank you so much!
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Natalia Sent on 11/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best night of dancing ever!

Our wedding day music and band exceeded our wildest dreams! The Philly Funk team was such a big reason for this-- they brought our vision and vibe to life and executed it all without a hitch.

Leading up to the wedding, planning with Gary and George was seamless. They helped guide the conversation and were always 2 steps ahead, had excellent attention to detail, and went above and beyond to understand our vision. They did a great job of reading the crowd and delivering exactly the music we wanted with each song! There were lots of details and Ukrainian traditions, and they managed it all so well (thank you!!). Gary is the type of person you simply want to work with on your wedding day-- calm, professional, detail oriented, talented, and just "gets it".... and if you get the chance to work with him, consider yourself in great hands!

It was a magical day, and we could not have had a better time on the dance floor! All our guests, younger and older, all had a blast dancing the night away. THANK YOU!
Erica
Erica Sent on 07/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't recommend them more!

When we saw The Philly Funk Authority perform at our cousins' NYE wedding, we knew we had to have them and we were NOT disappointed! Gary was so easy to work with through the planning process and worked out every detail on our behalf. The band was as professional as they come. They worked the room and rocked the house. They learned three songs for us that weren't on their repertoire. We would recommend Philly Funk to anyone and everyone!
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Justin Sent on 01/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Decision of Our Wedding

We can't say enough about what a wonderful decision it was to make the Philadelphia Funk Authority part of our wedding. From the planning stages through the day of the event, they were to make our experience has smooth and enjoyable as possible.

The talent of all of the musicians truly made our wedding a night to remember. Almost two months later our friends and family still talk about 'that band', and how much fun that had dancing and singing to the music. The group played to all ages at our reception, with songs our parents grew up with through the chart toppers of today.

No amount of words can express how pleased we are with our experience - we highly recommend them for any couple looking for live entertainment at their wedding.
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Bill Sent on 11/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding band ever

This is the best wedding band ever. They are amazing and can play anything you want. Guaranteed that people will dance. You cant go wrong with this band.
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Brian Sent on 10/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating

A must see Performance

They get everyone involved right at the start, very professional on time and play all types of music, a must see experience.
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Christina Sent on 10/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding and Surprise Birthday Party

Fantastic job by all. I would highly recommend PFA to anyone looking for a live band. They were so awesome to work with at our wedding, I hired them for a surprise birthday party for my husband!!
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Christine Sent on 10/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Best band ever!

We hired Philadelphia Funk Authority for our wedding in 2016. We had seen them perform before at a family wedding and they were amazing! We knew we just had to have them at our wedding. They did not disappoint. They were easy to work with and everyone loved them. They even learned a song for me that was not on their repertoire - it was the song my parents danced to at their wedding. It was a wonderful surprise for me and my parents. They’re just fantastic! People are still talking about our wedding and how awesome the band was! Would highly recommend them to anyone.
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Ed Mccarthy Sent on 10/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic terrific

I went to see this band several times before hiring them for my daughter’s wedding.
The band’s performance at the wedding was spectacular! Everyone at the wedding raved about the band. The dance floor was packed all night! This band will exceed your expectations!
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Martin Sent on 10/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Great wedding band and very professional. They leave nothing to chance on your big day.

Gary and the band poveded a first rage experience. Very professional and the band rocks. All types of music to hit the entire guest list. We received a ton of compliments on the band.
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Awards

142
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

16 Endorsements
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HollyHedge Loves Philadelphia Funk Authority! Amazing, Professional & fun to work with!

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If you want great music and a consistently great band, Philadelphia Funk Authority is fabulous. They are professional, a pleasure to work with, and will definitely get your guests up and having a great time!

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