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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.

- We offer full DJ services as well!

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Frequently asked questions

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)?

1 - 3
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
Gobo Projector
Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Top Tier Band & DJ Service

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Top Tier Band earned rave reviews for weddings for being professional, responsive, and easy to work with. Couples and guests praised strong vocals, skilled musicianship, and a wide song list that kept the dance floor full. They learned special songs, handled schedule or weather issues, and delivered an energetic, unforgettable reception.

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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.

Top Tier Band earned rave reviews for weddings for being professional, responsive, and easy to work with. Couples and guests praised strong vocals, skilled musicianship, and a wide song list that kept the dance floor full. They learned special songs, handled schedule or weather issues, and delivered an energetic, unforgettable reception.

Steph
Steph Sent on 11/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Top tier wedding band!

We used Top Tier Band for our wedding day in Nashville, TN on 10/11/25. BEST DECISION EVER! Everything was fantastic from start to finish. JD, the band leader, was incredibly easy to work with and flexible throughout the planning process. We booked the 5 piece band + 3 piece horn section. We told him our music preferences and they created a set list for us that had the dance floor packed ALL NIGHT! Coming from a Bride who was nervous about people dancing at our wedding...go ahead and ease your mind by booking Top Tier. They brought amazing energy and we got so many compliments on how great the band was. My husband and I did not leave the dance floor for the entire reception, and wedding guests followed! We had another musician play during Top Tier's break, and Top Tier let him use some of their equipment. JD was very accommodating coordinating this with our other musician. 10/10 experience, professionalism, and overall value for your money. And they are so talented! You won't regret it! BOOK THE LIVE BAND! Thank you JD and Top Tier for giving us the night of our lives!
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Crystal Sent on 10/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Top Tier Wedding Band

Top Tier was excellent from start to finish! JD was attentive to detail and answered all questions and concerns from the very beginning (we booked about 11 months in advance). We chose recorded music for ceremony and cocktail hour with the live 5-piece band for our intimate wedding reception at The Brown Hotel. Ceremony songs were chosen prior to in which they nailed the timing of those being played and sounded great given the high winds we had wedding day. Reception was a huge hit, showing off the true talent they have! They continued to play popular dance worthy songs, getting non-dancers up out of their seats! Even had my 2-year-old nephew on the dance floor all night long! Having both a male and female vocalist truly sets them apart from other bands, making songs sound so similar to the actual artist (or even better in my opinion). If you're looking for a live band that is reasonably priced, who is going to rock the house all night long, go no further and book Top Tier- you won't regret it. Thanks again, Top Tier!
Will
Will Sent on 09/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Top Tier Band at Riverwood Mansion

Top Tier Band was absolutely incredible and made our wedding reception unforgettable! From the moment they started playing, the energy was amazing and the dance floor stayed packed all night. They sounded fantastic, had an incredible stage presence, and did such a great job keeping everyone entertained.

Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how great the band was, and so many people told us it was one of the best wedding bands they had ever seen. They brought an awesome energy to the entire night and made the reception so much fun.

We are so thankful we chose Top Tier Band for our wedding and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for an amazing live band. They truly helped make our wedding night one we’ll never forget!
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Mallory Sent on 08/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding Band!

We booked Top Tier Band for our wedding and could not be happier with their services!! JD is extremely communicative and makes the booking and planning process super straightforward, they have an incredibly diverse and extensive song list, and their performance was lights out! They had the dance floor full all night and really set the tone for the reception. 10/10 would recommend working with Top Tier for your wedding or event!
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 07/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding band ever!

Don't have enough words to describe how wonderful Top Tier band is!!!! They brought the best fun and positive energy to our wedding. They are so easy to work with, well-priced, and seriously SO talented. We got so many compliments on how great they were - truly made for a great guest experience. They are also incredibly kind humans! You will not be disappointed having them part of your big day!
Nick
Nick Sent on 06/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding band!!!!

We booked the 8-piece band with sax & keys for cocktail hour, and they could not have been better! We were so thrilled with the band’s performance. So much of the party was reliant on the band and we were so relieved with their performance, especially JD’s care and attention to night-of requests.

Thank you so much for helping make that night go as good as it possibly could. I still have guests talking about your band and how fun the whole night was. They exceeded all expectations!!!

If we host a big event again, we will certainly give them a call!
Julianna
Julianna Sent on 05/19/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Trust the 5 star reviews-They are incredible.

I booked Top Tier Band without ever hearing them, but trusting their 200+ five start review. This is your sign that they lived up to their reviews. JD was so easy to work with and accommodating to all requests. Guests kept coming up to me throughout the night telling me how phenomenal they are. I could not recommend them enough. I gave a very small do not play list for the wedding and let the band take care of the rest-- they kept the night going and read the room for exactly what was needed to keep them on the dance floor. Vocals were 10/10 and vibes 11/10. Consider yourself lucky to get Top Tier, so book early and don't overthink.
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Michaela Sent on 10/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Band everyone should have!

Top Tier made our wedding reception exceptional. Everyone is still talking about how great the band was and how much fun they had. Our dance floor was packed the entire night. We have photos to prove it! JD was great to work with leading up to the wedding and made things very simple and easy. On the wedding day we got off schedule due to our ceremony running long and the band did not miss a beat. I cannot recommend this band enough. They made our reception so special. They have a great sound and the singer is 10/10. We really appreciated how they read the crowd and chose awesome songs for all ages. This took making a set list off my plate, and I greatly appreciated it! Best wedding band!
Hunter
Hunter Sent on 09/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Top Tier for sure

Top Tier truly lives up to their name. Absolutely professional and amazingly fun. Helped with many of our songs and had everyone dancing.
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Macgill Sent on 07/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Band!!

Honestly, I was a bit nervous about booking a band I hadn’t seen perform live, but Top Tier completely exceeded our expectations. We couldn’t have asked for a better band for our wedding!! Despite a rainy, muddy day, they absolutely crushed it! Our goal was to stay on the dance floor all night—and that’s exactly what they delivered. The energy was off the charts, and we got so many compliments from our guests, with several even saying they were the best band ever! They kept the crowd engaged, the dance floor packed, and the vibes perfect from start to finish.

If you’re hesitant about booking a band you haven’t seen live, I can assure you—Top Tier is beyond worth it and I would book them again no question. They made our wedding night unforgettable and we couldn’t have asked for more!

Thanks again!!
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Awards

189
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

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 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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