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Wind and Wheels with JRMG is a collective of NYC / LA artists and musicians creating an authentic live music experience that puts the music first- without the smoke and mirrors. The group has been together and growing since 2007.

You'll hear:

  • Rock-a-billy! Celebrate early rock & roll with Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry & Elvis.
  • Vintage Rock & Blues with Eric Clapton/Cream, CCWR, Allman Brothers Band, Tom Petty and many more.
  • Motown & Soul favorites from Jackson 5, Aretha Franklin, The Four Tops & Otis Redding.
  • Jazz honoring a century of timeless standards with Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra & more.

Experienced in:

  • Wedding Receptions
  • Cocktail Hour & Ceremony
  • Backyard Parties
  • Corporate Functions

Eye-level Communication & Reliability:

  • Deal with the band leader from day one--not a third party or assistant.
  • Collaborate on set list and schedule of events.
  • Available by phone, text and email daily.

Versatile Ensembles:

  • Core 5 piece band to 8+ pieces including brass/woodwinds.
  • Duos & Trios created with our lead players.

Character:

  • Our musicians are long-time friends, grounded professionals and artists; not an agency.
  • It's all about the music. You won't catch us with a smoke machine, heavy synths or back up dancers.
  • We put out all into fresh takes of timeless music enhancing your party the ol' fashioned way!

First things first:

Sample Wind and Wheels band LIVE and unedited below in our first video. No overdubs. No effects.

Then, enjoy the rest of our video samples of full band to trios.

We've performed at many venues east and west coast:

  • Brooklyn Winery
  • City Winery
  • Brooklyn Botanical Gardens
  • The Yale Club
  • Fig & Olive Manhattan
  • Studio 450
  • The Foundry, NYC
  • Galapagos Art Space- Brooklyn
  • The W Hotel, NYC
  • Malibu Wines

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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
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

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

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
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
4 - 6
7+

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

Acoustic
Blues
Classic Rock
Dance
Jazz
Motown
Oldies
Pop
R&B / Soul
Rock
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Vocals
Liability Insurance

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Juliana Riccardi

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Matt Sent on 10/20/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't Help But Smile!

Wind & Wheels really knock it out of the park every time, and we've done several weddings with them now. As a production company, our perspective has been all-encompassing and unique. We have had the pleasure of dealing with Juliana regarding matters leading up to the event and each time we were met with warm vibes, professional communication and fast responses! On the day of the event, she and the band were very helpful in filling in any missing details so that everyone was on the same page and everything always turns out great! With so many moving parts, it's hard to keep everything in line, but when we work with W&W, it's always right on the ball. Don't even get me started on the performance! Highly talented musicians, all the songs you want to hear, none of the ones you don't, engaging with the audience and kept everyone - including myself and my crew - on their feet for the entire reception. We were all smiles all the way through, and it makes for a better performance on everyone's part! What a great time it is to work with Juliana and W&W time after time. Can't wait for the next event with this group! Highly recommend.
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Sarah Sent on 10/15/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond Fantastic!

Juliana and her band, JRMG, delivered a performance that we and our guests will be talking about for years to come. We searched the internet near and far to find a unique wedding band with talented musicians who know how to throw down and rock out and JRMG delivered beyond our expectations. Everything from the ceremony to the cocktail hour to the reception was perfection. Do yourself a favor and book this band if you want a rocking party with soul, energy, funk, and so much more. To Juliana and her crew, thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts! Much love, Sarah and Jon!
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Danny Sent on 09/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Juliana and the entire band are professional and very easy to work with. Juliana's vocals are amazing and the musicians are solid. You will be thrilled with your decision to book Wind & Wheels.
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Trey Sent on 03/27/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We loved working with Wind & wheels! They made our party special. Can't recommend them highly enough.
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Nicole Sent on 10/30/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Juliana & the guys of Wind & Wheels were absolutely amazing. They were one of the best decisions we made while planning our wedding. Juliana was so organized and easy to work with from the first email through to the end of the event. All of our guests came up to us throughout the evening raving about how good the music was with their great selection of songs and talent. Now we just need to find another reason to have a party so we can have Wind & Wheels play again :)
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User2269098 Sent on 08/13/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Juliana and her band were professional, easy to work with and most importantly - they kicked you know what for the entire party. Not to mention the cocktail hour, where they played awesome jazz that transitioned smoothly into the reception. A few details:

We are from the east coast, but live in Los Angeles. So booking vendors from across the country was stressful. But with JRMG, we always felt like we were in good hands. The entire process was very straightforward and professional. They have a big setlist, but also had no problem learning a few tracks we especially wanted to hear.

The thing I heard most on my Wedding night (other than congrats) was "Where did you get that band?"
All of our family and friends kept asking. If you need a wedding band, you should feel confident hiring this crew.


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Victoria Sent on 08/31/2014
5 out of 5 rating
JRMG was a perfect fit for our wedding. They had a great presence and got everyone on the dance floor. They have a unique sound that was exactly what I was looking for and set the informal atmosphere I had envisioned. They did an amazing job on our special request songs. I would highly recommend JRMG to anyone looking for something different than the norm. Would definitely hire again for a special event.
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Danielle Sent on 08/31/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Juliana and the band were just fantastic! Juliana was a pleasure to work with in setting up the event. She is responsive, flexible, and they just know exactly what they are doing. On the day of, our ceremony instrumental music was perfect and beautiful. During the reception, the band had a great sense of what the vibe of the party was. They played a huge mix of music from classic rock to motown to more modern yet timeless hits. Our dance floor was PACKED the entire time. We and our guests had an incredible time dancing, laughing, and celebrating thanks to the band's excellent job of rocking out! We had the full band -- the sound was full and crisp and authentic. They made all the songs sound true to what they were, but the band's own take on it. Countless guests told us on the day of (and for many weeks afterward!) how wonderful they thought the band was. People simply raved about them. One special highlight was that the band agreed to let my dad and my husband's dad play drums and bass for a song. It was really awesome of them to allow our parents to create such a great moment that we will always remember! They were also great MC's, in that we wanted a low key, not-attention drawing feel to our party. They managed to guide the events of the party in a really organic way. I cannot recommend them enough. They truly helped make our wedding what it was, which was the best day of our lives!
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User1788239 Sent on 08/31/2014
5 out of 5 rating
It was great working with Juliana and her band for our wedding reception. She was very helpful and responsive to our concerns and was extremely professional. Not to mention, the quality of their performance was exceptional. Would definitely recommend Juliana for a wedding reception!
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Lacey Sent on 08/12/2014
5 out of 5 rating
JRMG is fantastic. They provided the live music for our wedding reception 3 months ago, and our guests (both young and old) are still raving about their performance. They will always be our favorite memory of the reception-- Their rendition of the song we chose for our first dance was perfect, and they set the perfect tone for our reception. By far, the best live band we have heard. Phenomenal voices and exceptional sound. Beyond their music, Juliana and Co. are an all-around good group of people-- professional, organized, friendly, and polite. We highly recommend them as often as we can to anyone who is looking for a live music group for their event.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
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