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Powerhouse is a premier live wedding and event band based in Albany, New York, delivering high-energy, professionally curated entertainment experiences for weddings, corporate events, festivals, and luxury private celebrations.

Blending the timeless soul of R&B, Funk, Neo-Soul, Jazz, Motown, and dance-floor favorites, Powerhouse creates unforgettable performances that elevate every moment — from elegant ceremonies and cocktail hours to packed dance floors and high-energy receptions.

More than a band, Powerhouse delivers a complete live entertainment experience, combining exceptional musicianship, dynamic vocals, interactive crowd engagement, and polished event execution. Known for concert-level energy with upscale event sophistication, the band adapts seamlessly to the flow of live events while creating memorable experiences guests talk about long after the celebration ends.

Services Offered

Powerhouse provides customized entertainment experiences tailored to each couple’s vision, including:

  • Live music for ceremonies, cocktail hours, receptions, and private events
  • Professional MC services and event flow coordination
  • Curated playlist music during breaks
  • Custom song selections and personalized setlists
  • Professional sound/PA system and lighting
  • Interactive, dance-floor-focused live performances
  • Travel accommodations for destination and regional events

From elegant ambiance to high-energy celebration, Powerhouse creates the soundtrack for unforgettable events.

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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
Sample Performances
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
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

4 - 6
7+

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

Blues
Dance
Funk
Gospel
Hip Hop
Jazz
Motown
Oldies
Pop
R&B / Soul
Reggae
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
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Powerhouse Funk Band

Timothy
Timothy Sent on 03/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience with Powerhouse Funk Band

Powerhouse Funk Band brought a huge amount of positive energy, fabulous musicality and professionalism to our event. They met our budget, they were extremely flexible as far as adapting to our performance location and they got the whole crowd happy. We would absolutely work with them again!
Adam
Adam Sent on 01/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Funk band!

Powerhouse Funk Band was amazing! They truly made our wedding! Incredible musicians, high energy, and so much fun. Many guests said it was the best wedding music ever. They don’t seem like a “wedding band” but are actually talented, professional musicians. They took our requests but also had many covers and originals. The singers were amazing! They handled all parts of our wedding well and I would highly reccomend them to anyone!!
J
Jack Sent on 10/22/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding musicians, even better people!

Amazing wedding band for our son's wedding!! Powerhouse Funk Band is really a powerhouse. They are top notch musicians, but more importantly, really engaged the families and wedding guests at reception. I rarely attend a wedding where the dance floor is packed all night. This was one of them.

Also, they asked us in advance what song we would like for the mother-son dance. My wife chose, Tura Lura Lural, which has a lot of sentimental value. They made sure to ask us the version, which was done by Van Morrison. The performance at the reception was PERFECT!! They didn't just cover the song, they brought it with feeling and class. What a gift!

Thank you, Powerhouse Funk Band for making the reception great!
C
Christopher Sent on 10/08/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Powerhouse were phenomenal! From our first dance to the last song, my wife and I were absolutley amazed, and our wedding guests continue to rave about them. They had a fantastic set list of songs and an uncanny ability to read the crowd. They were very flexible and willing to learn new songs for the special dances. Not only were they talented musicians, they conducted themselves with absolute professionalism and were great to work with. Everybody at my wedding continues to talk about how much fun they had dancing to Powerhouse Funk Band. I highly recommend them for your wedding!
T
T Fanizzi Sent on 06/19/2023
1.2 out of 5 rating

Complete irresponsibility

Set up very late. They never played music during the cocktail hour or dinner. Recorded themselves showing an empty room “getting paid to do nothing” Wedding was held up due to weather and waiting forever guests to arrive via bus. Stopped playing after 1 hr 15 minutes. Contract for 4 hrs. Two band members had to catch a flight. I would never recommend them. Had the nerve to say we have business cards for you!
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Michel Sent on 06/18/2023
1 out of 5 rating

They left before the reception was over

They started packing up well before allotted time was over. There was no explanation and they were volatile towards our guests. Do not book this band.
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Noah Sent on 06/18/2023
1 out of 5 rating

Horrifyinf

They played the wrong song for our first dance. They didn’t put on our playlist for the ceremony and put on completely different music. They left after playing for less than an hour. They couldn’t figure out their microphone. They were incredibly rude and yelled at our guests, the bride and the parents. This band was the most miserable group of people to work with and they were not in the slightest compliant with our contract.
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