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Rickey Ellis
Rickey Ellis
Organizer/Bass/Vocals

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Up2Somethin'

Igniting Rhythms Since 2010

🕺💃 Get Ready to Move and Groove! 🎤🎺

Meet Up2Somethin', the electrifying 7-piece band hailing from the vibrant musical scene of Rochester, NY. With a passion for funky dance music that transcends decades, we've been setting stages ablaze for 12 incredible years.

🔥 Musical Time Capsule: From 70's Funk to Today's Hits 🔥

Our repertoire is a kaleidoscope of top 40 funky hits, spanning the funky beats of the 70s to the chart-toppers of today. Up2Somethin' guarantees a sonic journey that resonates with generations, ensuring that every audience member finds their groove.

🎶 Deep Pockets, Unmatched Groove 🕺💃

Deep within the heartbeat of Up2Somethin' lies a rhythm section with pockets so deep, they're practically a groove reservoir. Anchored by a powerhouse drummer and a bassist, guitarist and keyboard player, who locks into the rhythm like a musical locksmith, our deep pocket rhythm section ensures that every beat is not just heard but felt.

🎤 Unleashing the Power of Vocals 🎤

Fronted by a dynamic female vocalist, our harmonies are the icing on the cake. Their powerhouse performances elevate each song, creating an irresistible energy that captivates audiences.

🎷Blazing Horn Section: Where Brass Meets Sass 🎺

The heart and soul of Up2Somethin' lie in our smokin' horn section. Their brass prowess adds an extra layer of funk, transforming every performance into an unforgettable, horn-fueled extravaganza.

🎸 🎷Unmatched Soloists: Turns Up the Heat 🎹 🎺

To top it all off, the Up2Somethin’ soloists raises the roof with creativity and energy that take songs out of this universe.

🌟 High-Octane Performances: More Than Music, It's an Experience 🌟

We aren't just a band; we're an experience. Up2Somethin' is synonymous with high-energy performances that leave audiences breathless. Our mission? To pack the dance floor from the first note until the last encore.

🌍 Western NY and Beyond: Spreading the Funk Far and Wide 🌍

While our roots are in Rochester, we've taken our infectious groove to venues across Western New York. From weddings and corporate events to festivals and clubs, Up2Somethin' turns every occasion into a dance-filled celebration.

You can check out our website, where you will find more information, including a song list, links to YouTube videos and audio recordings at www.up2somethin.com

FAQ

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

Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

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

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)?

7+

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

Classic Rock
Dance
Funk
Jazz
Motown
Pop
R&B / Soul
Rock

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Vocals
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Fog Machine
Gobo Projector
Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

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Reviews of Up2Somethin'

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Up2Somethin’ received raving reviews for their performance at weddings, with guests of all ages dancing all night and showering the band with compliments. Reviewers praised the band’s energy, professionalism, and ability to keep the party going. Rickey, the band member, was particularly highlighted for his helpfulness and communication throughout the planning process, making it a seamless and enjoyable experience for couples in the Rochester area. Overall, the band was described as a definite crowd-pleaser, exceeding expectations and ensuring a memorable and fun-filled wedding celebration.

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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.

Up2Somethin’ received raving reviews for their performance at weddings, with guests of all ages dancing all night and showering the band with compliments. Reviewers praised the band’s energy, professionalism, and ability to keep the party going. Rickey, the band member, was particularly highlighted for his helpfulness and communication throughout the planning process, making it a seamless and enjoyable experience for couples in the Rochester area. Overall, the band was described as a definite crowd-pleaser, exceeding expectations and ensuring a memorable and fun-filled wedding celebration.

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Max Sent on 09/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

10/10! Great group

All I’ve heard since our wedding Saturday is how great the band was. Awesome job!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 09/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Band!!

We hired Up2Somethin' for our August 2025 wedding in Canandaigua and they were amazing! Rickey was incredibly responsive throughout the whole process and made everything really easy. Their performance was AMAZING! Guests of all ages were on the dance floor all night. The amount of messages my husband and I received following the wedding saying how much fun the band was was incredible! They also came early for us and their sound company provided all the sound for our ceremony. I would highly recommend Up2Somethin' for anyone looking for a wedding band in the Rochester area!
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Veronika Sent on 10/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best band ever!

We booked Up2Somethin for our wedding and let me tell you guests were on the dance floor all night! Their set list has the groove and funk and pop that will keep people dancing all night. We got so many compliments on the band throughout the night. Rickey was an absolute pleasure to work with. Evyn’s voice was just stunning. And Ron killed it on the trumpet. Everyone killed it! 11/10 recommend! We can’t wait to continue to see them play in Rochester.
Jenny
Jenny Sent on 10/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fun & talented!

We couldn’t recommend Up2Somethin’ more! They definitely brought the party! They were easy to work with and Rickey was so helpful through the whole process. All our guests, of all ages, never left the dance floor!
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Ryan Sent on 09/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding!

You will not regret booking Up2Somethin’ for your wedding/events. They keep the crowd entertained and on their feet. They have a great family feel to them and are very accommodating. When they started playing, we never wanted them to stop! It was easily the best part of the night at our wedding. We will absolutely do business with them again!
Claire
Claire Sent on 09/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

This is the band you want for your party!!!!

Up 2 Somethin’ brought ENERGY and great VIBES to our wedding. They were so easy to talk to are so much fun to work with. Our guests loved them so much as well. Always professional and they clearly love what they are doing! The dance floor was hoppin the whole night we didn’t want to stop. Any of our questions or concerns they were happy to address and always got back to us right away. It was so much fun choosing our songs and making the timeline. Everything went so smoothly. We have nothing but wonderful things to say about them! Excellent musicians and performers. We hope to work with them again in the future!!!
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Alex Sent on 09/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Exceeded our Expectations!

We were so blown away by Up2Somethin'! We knew from their website and videos that they would be good, but they were even better than what we saw online. From the beginning, Rickey was so communicative and easy to talk to, and made the music-planning process really easy. On our wedding day, they were on time, professional, well-dressed, polite, and absolutely ready to rock the dance floor. Their setlist was perfect, the sound quality was amazing, and our guests talked about the performance for days. It was so clear from the outset that Rickey and the group was totally dedicated to us, the bride and groom. During the reception, Rickey made sure to clear all changes, requests, etc. with our coordinator and with us so that nothing was happening without our consent. For example, we had an exuberant guest who wanted to take the microphone and do an unplanned toast, and she asked Rickey for the mic. He came right to us, asked if we wanted that to happen, which we didn't, and he expertly broke the news to her and then continued to rock out. We were so impressed!
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Benjamin Sent on 04/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Band

Rickey and the band were amazing. They were very receptive to all our requests and the night went off flawlessly without our direction at all on the actual night. They had the dance floor filled the entire night and people raved about them after!
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Pat R. Sent on 10/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great party

I've known these fellow musicians for years and expected nothing less than the best. As expected the music was amazing and fun to dance to and everybody loved it. We bothered them a million times about things we needed for this wedding they were quick to answer and accommodated everything we needed.
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Kelsey Sent on 06/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Summer Wedding

The band was so much fun! They were the highlight of our wedding. Rickey and all the members kept the dance floor jiving the whole time and we’re so responsive and easy to coordinate with!! Highly recommend them!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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Team

Rickey Ellis
Rickey Ellis
Organizer/Bass/Vocals
Evyn Barry
Evyn Barry
Lead Vocalist
Pete Merlo
Pete Merlo
Keyboards/Vocals
Ron Waterbury
Ron Waterbury
Trumpet/Vocals
Bill Tiberio
Bill Tiberio
Saxophone
Joe Chiappone
Joe Chiappone
Guitar
Mike Reed
Mike Reed
Drums

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