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Jackie Gibbons
Jackie Gibbons
Owner, Vocalists, Drummer, Dance-Floor Hype Girly

Woman-owned

11 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

🎶 Live Band and DJ? Have It All with The Gibbonses

Torn between hiring a live wedding band or a DJ? With The Gibbonses, you don’t have to choose. This talented duo blends the best of both worlds—seamlessly switching from a high-energy live wedding band to a professional DJ and MC experience that keeps your celebration flowing effortlessly. From ceremony to cocktail hour to your final dance, they bring the energy of live music together with the nonstop momentum of a DJ set for a truly unforgettable, modern wedding party.

💍 The Gibbonses – Maine’s Premier Live Wedding Entertainment Duo

Based in Maine, The Gibbonses are a husband-and-wife team known for delivering live wedding music that’s full of life, personality, and pure fun. They perform today’s biggest hits and timeless favorites—from Pop and Rock to Country, Motown, and Top 40 dance anthems—creating the perfect soundtrack for guests of all ages. As multi-instrumentalists, Jackie and Brandon bring the full sound and excitement of a 5–6 piece band while keeping the intimacy, flexibility, and affordability of a two-piece.

Having spent years entertaining on cruise ships and touring across the U.S. and Canada, this duo offers a world-class wedding performance unlike anything else in Maine. From Jackie’s dynamic vocals and signature standing-drum flair to Brandon’s captivating guitar solos and magnetic MC presence, The Gibbonses deliver a polished, professional, and unforgettable experience for every couple.

🎤 Services Offered

  • Live Wedding Music (ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception)

  • Professional DJ & MC Services

  • Concert-Quality Sound & Lighting Systems

  • Customizable playlists and special song requests

From walking down the aisle to dancing the night away, The Gibbonses create a seamless soundtrack for every moment of your wedding. Their blend of live performance, DJ entertainment, and professional production guarantees a full dance floor and memories your guests will talk about for years to come.

FAQ

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
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
Sound/PA System

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

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

Acoustic
Blues
Classic Rock
Country
Dance
Folk
Motown
Oldies
Pop
R&B / Soul
Rock

What music services do you provide?

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

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Still have questions?

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Wedding couple

Reviews of The Gibbonses

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Mark Sent on 10/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 for The Gibbonses

The Gibbonses (Jackie and Brandon) offer the best of both worlds for wedding entertainment, combining the energy of a DJ with the live performance of a band. Their services and performances for our wedding far exceeded our expectations.


From our initial meeting, we were impressed by their knowledge, talent, and personable, down-to-earth approach, immediately knowing they were the perfect choice. Despite our stress and unpreparedness for virtual check-ins leading up to the wedding, Jackie and Brandon were incredibly professional and helpful, guiding us through song selections, MC specifics, and more. They provided services for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, all at a reasonable price.


The Gibbonses offered fantastic suggestions that elevated our wedding beyond the usual order of events. A highlight was their idea to get everyone dancing by having couples come out based on their anniversary order, from longest to shortest, ending with my wife and me being the last to hit the floor. Another brilliant suggestion was to have a private last dance for the newlyweds at the end of the night. They helped by ushering guests to the after-party, allowing us an intimate dance to one of our favorite songs. We highly recommend this to other couples as it provided a much-needed moment of connection during a hectic wedding day.


Their reception performance was outstanding. Jackie's vocals are incredible, and Brandon's guitar skills are equally impressive. The dance floor was packed all night, and the next day at the farewell breakfast, our guests couldn't stop raving about how amazing the Gibbonses were.


Jackie and Brandon, thank you for making our wedding day so special.
Molly
Molly Sent on 09/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best

Do yourselves a favor and hire The Gibbonses! They are so nice and amazing to work with. Extremely professional, thorough, and so so fun! They are also a great option if you are having trouble deciding between a band and DJ, because they do it all! Brandon and Jackie are so talented and were very understanding of our specific requests. They also rolled with the punches on our
extremely stormy wedding day, pivoting when needed. All of our guests were absolutely raving about the music at our wedding. We had multiple guests tell us it was the most fun wedding they have been to and Jackie and Brandon were a big part of that!
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Nick Sent on 06/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Band Ever!

We had the absolute pleasure of having The Gibbonses — a talented husband and wife duo— perform at our reception, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very first note to the last song of the night, they brought such a personal and heartfelt energy that made the evening unforgettable.

Their live performance to kick off the night was beautifully done and the songs they performed were perfectly curated for the special night. They had a wide variety of song options to perform and even learned 2 more songs that we requested. Their chemistry as musicians (and as a couple!) added a genuine warmth that really resonated with everyone. Later in the evening, they seamlessly transitioned into DJ mode, curating a playlist that kept the vibe lively and our guests dancing for hours.

What stood out most was their attention to detail and how well they understood the tone we wanted for our day. They were professional, incredibly easy to work with, and clearly passionate about what they do. It felt less like hiring vendors and more like having two talented friends celebrate alongside us.

We can’t recommend The Gibbonses enough—they made our special day feel magical, and our guests are still raving about the music. Thank you both for sharing your gift with us!
Mia
Mia N. Sent on 12/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing, High-Energy Band for a Great Price!!

Brandon and Jackie set up a pre-meeting with us where we discussed all of the wedding day logistics and genre preferences. This really helped us feel at ease leading up to the wedding day. They performed for our reception and brought the party! They were a super high-energy couple and our guests LOVED them. We would highly recommend them to other couples - our only note, is that we wish we had been more specific on some of the song choices, but ultimately all of the songs they chose were a hit! They were so sweet and made our day extra special and upbeat!!
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Layla Sent on 12/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing power couple band!

Brandon and Jackie were amazing! Their communication was on point and they did everything so make sure the music on our big day was everything we wanted!
L
Leah Sent on 12/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Gibbonses were a hit!

I went back and forth; do I want a DJ, or do I want a band? Then my wedding planner suggested the Gibbonses and after doing my research, I was dead set on them. I think every single person came up to me saying how much they enjoyed the music and also just interacting with them. Best of both worlds. They both put my mind at ease with the process and were everything and more for music and entertainment. They are the best decision you can make.
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Staci Sent on 11/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Decision We Made

Brandon and Jackie were the first vendors we booked for our wedding. My wife saw them perform years ago and knew that they would make our wedding very special - and she was 1000% right!

From the first phone call we had with Brandon, we were in amazing hands. He was super interested in finding out what was important to us and what we wanted for our wedding. They send you a thorough Google Doc to fill out your music preferences, including must-plays and don't-plays. That Google Doc really helps organize and drive the conversation when you have your final phone call prior to the wedding. When we got to that call, Brandon and Jackie were so wonderful. So committed to listening to us and making sure they understood our vision for the day.

Day of the wedding - AMAZING. Brandon ran sound for the ceremony and then DJ'd cocktail hour. When you get married, you don't get to participate in cocktail hour, because photos, but we could hear it, and it sounded like a blast. Brandon has a great presence as a DJ and got everyone pumped for wedding party intros and then kept things moving during the toasts and special dances. He's an awesome Emcee!

Once Brandon and Jackie kicked off their band set, the party got started. I got texts from people in the middle of the reception telling me that the music was great. Multiple people pulled me aside to tell me, "This band is AWESOME!" Our guests were up and dancing. It was a PARTY. They played all of the songs we requested and created some special moments for us that we will remember forever. And that was before the DJ set started and they blew the roof off the place in the best way possible. Jackie is SO MUCH FUN on the dance floor! She got everyone involved!

We just could not be happier with our experience with Brandon and Jackie. They're amazing and we will be forever grateful that they made our wedding so special.
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Ashley Sent on 10/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

We are so lucky :)

The Gibbonses are amazing! We are so lucky 😊 Brandon and Jackie were the perfect choice for our wedding. They explained that they are not just a band, or a DJ, but a group that can manage the entire event when it comes to the audio and music. The entire experience was professional and well thought out. They have an excellent template that is crafted especially for your event to ensure everything was thought through and played to perfection. This includes edits and splices to songs to make the perfect time requirements. All the timing was flawless, and the music was exactly what we requested. The two are extremely fun and energetic. Everyone loved the music, singing karaoke, dance lines and the conga. Jackie even let us borrow her tambourine and shakers so we could be a part of the band. Overall, our wedding was such a great experience. The Gibbonses should be everyone’s choice for any special occasion!
Betsy
Betsy Sent on 04/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

What a talented duo! They had the crowd up and dancing and the song selection was so on point. Brandon was super responsive and made sure every t was crossed and i was dotted on their end.
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 03/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A total party

I can’t express with words how thankful I am that I found The Gibbonses to play at my wedding. Jackie and Brandon are honestly some of the sweetest people I have ever met and their music SLAPS.
We ended up having our ceremony outside, cocktail hour in the foyer of the venue, and then the reception in the big reception hall. This required 3 set ups and The Gibbonses were able to provide this and did so happily.
I haven’t even got to the actual reception yet. The second the dance floor opened up, people were out there and the party never stopped from there. Jackie really knows how to work a crowd and keep people having the time of their lives.
I had multiple people ask where I found them and compliment them. At one point The Gibbonses play another banger and my 51-year old father shouts out “THEY JUST WONT LET ME LEAVE THE DANCE FLOOR!!” and proceeded to end up in the middle of a dance circle.
So I’ll end with this. If you want your wedding reception to be the biggest party of your life, and you’re looking for vendors that you know are going to be there for you, I would 250,000x’s over recommend The Gibbonses.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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Jackie Gibbons
Jackie Gibbons
Owner, Vocalists, Drummer, Dance-Floor Hype Girly
Brandon Gibbons
Brandon Gibbons
Owner, Guitarist, DJ, MC

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