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The Sun Followers are a wedding musical act operating out of Chico, California. Comprised of Ben Ruttenburg and Samantha Francis, this vocal duo provides once-in-a-lifetime celebrations with an exquisite acoustic music experience. With over 15 years of combined professional experience, they have performed at dozens of weddings throughout the states of California, Oregon, and Nevada. They have become renowned for their personable nature and skilled musicianship and their passion for their craft shines through in every performance.

Services Offered

The Sun Followers are available to provide the soundtrack to celebrations of all shapes and sizes throughout the state of California and beyond. Offering a genre-spanning repertoire of songs to choose from, Ben and Samantha are available for every stage of your special day. They are happy to learn any special requests you may have for a more personalized performance and unforgettable first-dance experiences. As well as music, they also offer full MC services and will provide announcements and introductions to ensure that your day flows smoothly.

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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
Sound/PA System

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
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)?

1 - 3

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

Acoustic
Country
Folk
Jazz
Oldies
Pop

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

Reviews of The Sun Followers

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The Sun Followers are highly recommended for wedding music, with reviewers praising Ben and Samantha for their talent, communication, and kindness. They provided live music for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and first dances, with guests loving the special touch it brought to the wedding. The duo's flexibility, beautiful music, and positive energy were highlighted, making them a top choice for couples looking to create a memorable and magical atmosphere for their special day.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Sun Followers are highly recommended for wedding music, with reviewers praising Ben and Samantha for their talent, communication, and kindness. They provided live music for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and first dances, with guests loving the special touch it brought to the wedding. The duo's flexibility, beautiful music, and positive energy were highlighted, making them a top choice for couples looking to create a memorable and magical atmosphere for their special day.

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Sésha Sent on 10/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A magical and custom experience from start to finish 🎶

🎶 When we decided we would have our wedding at home - I was very unsure of how we would get it all done AND how 100 people would fit comfortably in our backyard 😳 BUT I knew ONE thing for sure! Our special day HAD to include The Sun Followers!! This was the first decision after location that was made and everything else was decided from there. This was not just a decision about music - let me tell you, Ben & Samantha made our day a dream! They made sure we got to hand select special songs, helped create the format of the entire event, made sure everything ran smoothly, sent a pre recorded version of our daughters’ song in the right key for her, helped her feel comfortable singing 🎤 live in front of over 100 guests, they worked with our officiant (my handsome and hysterical Brother) to coordinate the timing of the ceremony and they made every special request a reality! It was truly a custom experience! 👰‍♀️ 🤵🏻 They filled our day and our backyard with the most beautiful sounds. 🌙 How I wish they could play for us everyday! This memory and their sound will echo in our lovely backyard for years to come! 💕 Truly Ben & Sam from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for filling our life with so much beautiful music 🎶
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Rosalind Sent on 01/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommended for your ceremony/reception music!

I would highly recommend partnering with The Sun Followers for your wedding music needs. They are extremely talented and were so responsive and easy to work with. It was really special to have live music during the ceremony, cocktail hour, first dances and dinner service. We also hired them for dj services and they presented their package options really clearly. Guests commented on how much they loved the music and how special it made the wedding. Ben was really helpful when it came to communicating about our song choices and customizing the length of the songs for our first dances. Overall, I highly recommend The Sun Followers if you’d like to have amazing live music at your wedding!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 10/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Seamless, Beautiful, and Memorable – Thanks to The Sun Followers!

We couldn't have been happier with The Sun Followers, Ben and Samantha, who performed at our wedding. Their extensive catalog of songs for both our ceremony and cocktail hour set the perfect tone for the day. Not only did they learn a new song for our first dance, but they also took on the role of emceeing, making the entire evening flow effortlessly. Their voices are simply stunning! Beyond their talent, Ben and Samantha were incredibly kind and supportive throughout the planning process, offering encouragement and handling every detail with ease. Working with them was such a breeze, and they truly went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. We highly recommend The Sun Followers to anyone looking to make their event even more special!
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Steph Sent on 08/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible musicians for our wedding!

Ben & Samantha were communicative, flexible, and performed beautiful music!🎵
Camille
Camille Sent on 10/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best in the business!

I wish I could give more than five stars! Sam and Ben made my wedding so magical and personal. They are the absolute best people and best band to work with for your wedding day!
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Baljinder Sent on 05/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding band ever!

Working with The Sun Followers was one of the best experiences I've ever had working with a vendor. I wanted to surprise my wife with a live band during our private first dance, and they made it happen! They were willing to work with my schedule, budget, and the song I wanted for them to sing on the night of the reception. They really understand what your looking for, and are willing to work with you to help make your big day special. If I had to recommend one of our vendors to anyone, The Sun Followers would be the first on my list. Super professional, caring, kind, and most important of all they want to be a part of your big day to make it more special. Do not hesitate to message them, I guarantee you won't be disappointed.
Cathleen
Cathleen Sent on 04/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Love the Sun Followers!

Ben and Samantha are amazing. They are not only easy to work with, but they bring a positive energy with them that will enhance your event. Their music is beautiful, fun, and soothing for the soul. I felt so blessed to have them at our rehearsal dinner. They made the event fun and enjoyable for all! Don't think twice, just hire them! You will not regret it!
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Anna Sent on 09/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Sun Followers were PERFECT for our wedding. A TOTAL MUST!

We had the Sun Followers play for our destination wedding. It was a very intimate and personal wedding and they made SUCH a great addition. They were so accommodating in taking the rendition of the songs we wanted and merging them together, so our walk down the aisle was exactly what we wanted. The way their voices blend is magical, and our wedding would not have been the same without them!

Ben's guitar playing along with Samantha's buttery voice made it almost seem like we were playing recorded music, it was flawless, but the touch of live music as our guests entered and for our ceremony was priceless. The songs they chose to play as our guests walked in, were perfect They asked for a few songs we liked and then based their song list on that feel - and they were perfect. I was in getting ready, and I wanted to just go out, sit, and listen to them play!

Not that I am planning to get married again - ha! But I would not hesitate to have them play again! They were so responsive and SUPER easy to work with. I would recommend them for ANY event you have. Ceremony, Reception, Cocktail Hour, or something completely not wedding related - they'll rock it all!
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Joel Sent on 09/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Magical evening!

A one of a kind customized evening of music by Ben and Samantha! They coordinated everything with ease and grace, and helped make our day perfect!! They are THE choice for any wedding!!
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Niki Sent on 09/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best!

The Sun Followers are truly amazing and a wonderful duo to work with. They went above and beyond to add the personal touches to our special day! Not only are they extremely talented, but they are experienced, organized, and communicated with us throughout the whole process. They exceeded all of our expectations and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for live music for any event. They are simply the best!
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