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Seth Sealfon (Uptown Groove)
Seth Sealfon (Uptown Groove)
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The Uptown Groove is a wedding band located in Rochester, New York, that services the surrounding region. The 6-piece group has broad performing experience both individually and collectively, and they delight in sharing their musical talents with couples on their special days. To suit specific budgets and entertainment needs, they offer a variety of services and flexible package options.

Services Offered

Each member of the Uptown Groove has an extensive and unique background which allows the band to blend seamlessly and span a variety of genres. They play jazz, motown, r&b, funk, rock, and current top 40 pop. The group will strive to keep the dance floor packed by reading and responding to the audience. They can provide music for ceremonies, cocktail hours, dinners, and post-dinner dancing. Their wedding packages also include comprehensive DJ and MC services for a vibrant, memorable reception.

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
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?

Classic Rock
Country
Dance
Funk
Jazz
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
Sample Performances
Vocals
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Disco Ball
Fog Machine
Gobo Projector
Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

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Reviews of The Uptown Groove

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The Uptown Groove received glowing reviews for their exceptional performance at weddings. Reviewers praised the band's talent, energy, and professionalism, describing the musicians as easy to work with, organized, and attentive to detail. Guests loved the diverse song selection, personalized touches, and the band's ability to keep the dance floor packed all night. Seth, the band manager, was commended for his helpfulness and guidance throughout the planning process, making Uptown Groove a highly recommended choice for couples looking for an unforgettable wedding experience with live music.

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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 Uptown Groove received glowing reviews for their exceptional performance at weddings. Reviewers praised the band's talent, energy, and professionalism, describing the musicians as easy to work with, organized, and attentive to detail. Guests loved the diverse song selection, personalized touches, and the band's ability to keep the dance floor packed all night. Seth, the band manager, was commended for his helpfulness and guidance throughout the planning process, making Uptown Groove a highly recommended choice for couples looking for an unforgettable wedding experience with live music.

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Caroline Sent on 10/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best band ever!

Uptown Groove band was truly the best band I have ever witnessed at a wedding. The fact that it was MY own wedding made the overall experience that much better. Seth, the band manager and lead guitar player is amazing and so wonderful to work with. He spent so much time with us on the phone to go over every single detail to ensure we were prepared and ready for our big day. All of my guests were completely blown away by their talent and performance. These musicians care about each other and their guests. Each and every member held a true talent that I have never witnessed before. Our guests could NOT get over this band, and either could we! We are so happy that we went with Uptown Groove for our wedding. The best day, the best band. Nobody else compares....truly. Cheers!
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Allison Sent on 10/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Uptown Groove is absolutely incredible!

From the very first song to the final encore, they had every single guest on the dance floor. Their talent, energy, and professionalism are unmatched. The band was incredibly easy to work with—organized, flexible, and attentive to every detail. They thoughtfully incorporated our requests, read the room perfectly, and kept the energy high all night. The saxophone player even made his way into the crowd, which our guests absolutely loved! We received countless compliments from friends and family saying it was the best wedding band they’ve ever seen. We couldn’t be happier with our choice—The Uptown Groove truly made our wedding unforgettable!!!
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James Sent on 09/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding band ever!

I cannot put into words how amazing it was working with Uptown Groove for our July 2025 wedding in Buffalo, New York. From the jump, Seth was an extremely valuable resource. He worked with my husband and I to really understand our musical vision for our wedding and was extremely helpful while doing so. He even invited us to one of the band's gigs before our wedding, so we could get a feel for their sound and the band itself. We ended up going, and it was so great meeting them all!

The week before the wedding, we had a full debrief with Seth and Harper (one of the lead vocalists), where we discussed in detail the schedule for the big day. For our wedding, Uptown Groove provided a jazz trio during cocktail hour, MC'd the entire reception, and all 9 members absolutely brought the house down during the dancing portion of the night. It was INCREDIBLE! They really took into consideration our "must play" and "prefer not to play" songs. In addition to sounding fantastic, they also really kept the party going - the dance floor was PACKED all night. We cannot recommend Uptown Groove enough. When all 250 of your wedding guests tell you that "the band was insanely good," you know it's real! Thank you so much to Uptown Groove team for making our night unforgettable. BOOK THEM! You will NOT regret it!
Mackenzie
Mackenzie Sent on 07/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Your guests wont stop talking about them

One month later and people are still talking about how amazing our band was. Uptown Groove brought the energy, talent, and vibes—we couldn’t have asked for better. They were so responsive throughout planning and even added two more musicians for us last-minute. They nailed all of our special requests and curated the best set list. The dance floor was full the entire night. Truly unforgettable!
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Carly Sent on 06/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal Wedding Band

Uptown groove did a phenomenal job performing at our wedding reception! Seth was so respectful during our planning process and was very open to collaborating with us to make sure our timeline and song selections were perfect! Dom, Jamel, Janine & BJ tackled our diverse song selection on vocals flawlessly. If you decide to splurge on one thing for your wedding day, make it be this band. You will not regret it!
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Corey Sent on 06/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! Book them now!

Book them now—hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! The band was absolutely incredible, and the dance floor was packed all night long. Our guests are still raving about how amazing they were—it truly made the night unforgettable.
On top of the phenomenal performance, Seth was a dream to work with. He took the time to hop on multiple calls with us throughout the planning process, always patient and helpful as we navigated booking a band for the first time. His guidance and responsiveness made everything so much easier.
We truly can't recommend them highly enough—they exceeded every expectation.
Denise
Denise Sent on 06/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome wedding band!

The Uptown Groove had our 120 wedding guests dancing all night long! Awesome musicians and vocalists made our evening perfect! Seth was great to work with in advance of the wedding—ensuring we had audio support and music for the outdoor wedding ceremony and the dinner reception, as well as late night DJ support. When we moved to the dancing part of the evening the band blew us away with both current and 70s/80s/90s music that appealed to everyone.
Emma
Emma Sent on 05/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding band!!!

WOW does The Uptown Groove know how to throw a party! This band is so talented, the dancing never stopped! I think everyone on the dance floor said "this band is amazing" for every song. My husband and I sent an overview of the type of music we'd like to be played at our wedding, and Seth and the group put together an incredible song list from their very long list of songs. You can 100% trust that this talented group of musicians will deliver exactly what you are hoping for. Not only was the party a blast, Seth knows how to run a wedding timeline so smoothly that you don't have to worry about a thing on your wedding day. I will be recommending this band to anyone and everyone in the Rochester area. Thanks for the best party of my life!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 04/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Must-Have Band That Brings the Party!

As wedding planners, we can’t recommend Uptown Groove enough! Seth and his team are the total package — talented, professional, and so much fun to work with. They bring amazing energy and effortless vibes to every event, creating a seamless, stress-free experience from start to finish. The band knows how to read the crowd, keep the dance floor packed, and set the tone for an unforgettable night. Each member is personable, down-to-earth, and truly committed to making your celebration unforgettable. If you're looking for live music that delivers every time—this is the band to book!
Brian
Brian Sent on 12/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!

The Uptown Groove was AMAZING for our wedding!!!!! Seth and his colleagues were great to work with during the planning process, as well as on the day of our wedding. Many of our guests commented on how great the band was and how unique it was having a live band instead of a DJ. Their repertoire of different genres across different eras was also very impressive, and they absolutely NAILED every song!!!!! We danced the whole night, and it was so incredibly memorable. We also loved the ability to have brass in the band, and the saxophonist even came onto our dance floor to do a solo. They even personalized some songs for us to make it literally the best wedding that we could possibly ask for. Thanks again!!!!! Highly recommend!!!!! :-)
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https://www.theuptowngroove.com/calendar

Date: From 01/01/2021 to 12/31/2025 Schedule 01:00 AM - 01:00 AM
Location: https://www.theuptowngroove.com/calendar, Rochester, NY

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Seth Sealfon (Uptown Groove)
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