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JD Dohnal
JD Dohnal
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Top Tier is a top-notch, award-winning wedding band based in Nashville, Tennessee, that services the entire state of Tennessee, Kentucky, and anywhere else within a 500 mile radius. Top Tier is the best of both worlds - a fun, high-energy party band and a smooth, light dinner band all in one. Since forming in 2009, they receive the Wedding Wire Couple's Choice Award annually. They have earned The Knot's "Best of" Hall of Fame badge as well, after winning that award consecutively for many years.

They have 5 lead vocalists to offer a diverse repertoire of over eight decades worth of the greatest hits from a wide-range of music genres, including pop, rock, Motown, disco, jazz, country, and more. Band members have shared the stage and written/recorded music with some big names in the music business. Collectively they have performed everywhere from cruise ships to casinos to arenas to headlining major outdoor concerts.

Services Offered

Top Tier can be hired as a 5-piece, 6-piece (with sax), or 8-piece band (with 3-piece horn section). They take pride in going above and beyond to make sure every client's event is second to none. On your special day, Top Tier band will keep you and your guests on the dance floor all night! So when you want live music at the highest level, look no further than Top Tier!

All quoted rates include:

  • Playing recorded music on our breaks and before we start (if needed)
  • Providing full sound system and band lighting
  • Serving as Master of Ceremonies
  • Learning two songs of the bride/groom’s choice
  • Wireless mic available for speeches
  • Dance floor lighting
  • Liability insurance
  • Travel/lodging from Nashville, TN (if needed)

- Ceremony music options (and wireless mic rentals) are available if the ceremony will be held at the same venue as the reception.

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FAQ

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

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?

Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System

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?

Acoustic
Blues
Classic Rock
Classical
Country
Dance
Funk
Jazz
Motown
Oldies
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
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Fog Machine
Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

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Reviews of Top Tier Band & DJ Service

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Top Tier Band receives glowing reviews from multiple users who highly recommend them for weddings. Customers praise the band for being professional, responsive, and for creating a fun and lively atmosphere at weddings. Many guests enjoyed the music and the band’s ability to keep the dance floor full throughout the night. JD, the band leader, is commended for his helpfulness, communication, and willingness to accommodate special requests, making the overall experience with Top Tier Band exceptional and unforgettable for couples and guests alike.

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Top Tier Band receives glowing reviews from multiple users who highly recommend them for weddings. Customers praise the band for being professional, responsive, and for creating a fun and lively atmosphere at weddings. Many guests enjoyed the music and the band’s ability to keep the dance floor full throughout the night. JD, the band leader, is commended for his helpfulness, communication, and willingness to accommodate special requests, making the overall experience with Top Tier Band exceptional and unforgettable for couples and guests alike.

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Jason Sent on 05/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Band Ever!

Top Tier was the wedding band of my wife and I's dreams - we highly recommend going with them for your wedding! From the second we contacted JD, he was professional, flexible, and had great communication from the initial consult meeting all the way through to the closing song at our wedding. I can't speak highly enough of how easy it was to work with JD and Top Tier, which helped calm our wedding planning nerves by a lot.

On the actual day, wow! My wife and I have been to many weddings these past 2 years and I can confidently say Top Tier is the best we've seen. The group does an outstanding job of feeling the party's energy and matching it with their set list and play style. One thing I really appreciated is that they went out of their way to make my wife and I truly feel like we were THE life of the party (including bringing us on stage impromptu to sing Don't Stop Believing which I will remember forever!).

If you want a band that will make the wedding of your dreams, Top Tier is THE band to book. Thank you Top Tier team and JD for making our wedding night so special!
Matt
Matt Sent on 05/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Band – Unforgettable Performance!

We couldn’t be happier with our decision to book Top Tier for our wedding. They were professional, responsive, and genuinely cared about making our day special. JD was very nice and quick to respond anytime we reached out. From start to finish they made the whole process smooth and stress-free.
The vocals and musicians were top of the line. They had everyone on the dance floor all night. They did a great job mixing classics with current hits.
We had so many people telling us how great the band was, and we couldn’t agree more. If you are looking for a band for your wedding or event, look no further.
Highly recommend!
Madison
Madison Sent on 12/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Book Them!

The band was amazing!!! Just go ahead and book them! Truly I can’t say enough wonderful things about our entire experience.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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
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JD Dohnal
Owner

Professional Network & Endorsements

Top Tier Events Top Tier Events Wedding Planners

As an assistant working with Top Tier, I have learned so much about the wedding business from JD, the band owner and leader. JD is wonderful to work with – he is so organized and prepared for every event. Many times he has had to work without a wedding planner or coordinator and has done much of the work himself! First and foremost, he wants to make sure that the night is perfect for each and every couple. He goes above and beyond for every customer and works very hard to accommodate special requests for clients. He is also extremely responsive to their needs. As a wedding planner, I love working with JD and Top Tier because I know that everything will run smoothly and that JD has the clients’ best interests at heart. The band is phenomenal – so upbeat and it is very obvious that they truly love to play music together. I can’t say enough great things about JD and the band, and I’m so grateful to be a part of this wonderful company!

Decadent Details Events Decadent Details Events Wedding Planners

Top Tier Band ROCKS! JD was unbelievably easy to work with and great on responding quickly! Top Tier does an amazing job in giving a couple the type of reception they are looking for! We always tell our couples a band or DJ can make or break a reception-Top Tier exceeds in making the reception a HIT! We look forward to working with Top Tier Band again and again!

John Jordan Films John Jordan Films Wedding Videographers

Top Tier Band rock the house! Check these guys out if you want some of the best musicians in Music City to keep your guests on their feet and feelin' the beat!!

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