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Ben Mallare Events & Entertainment

Ben Mallare Events & Entertainment

Los Angeles, CA
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    Mika Sent on 10/01/2019
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    The best band

    Ben and his team were absolutely amazing! They were a huge help throughout the whole planning process. We had multiple locations for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and reception and they were willing to help with everything! On the actual day of the event they exceeded all our expectations. For cocktail hour they did an acoustic set with part of their band, for dinner they did a classic set, and then for the reception they absolutely killed it with a wide variety of music for everyone!! It was so great to have an endless variety of music. Throughout the WHOLE night and after the wedding everyone complemented us on how amazing the band was and one of the best bands they have experienced at a wedding. I cannot recommend Ben and his team more!!
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    Catherine Sent on 12/30/2019
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    Just the best!

    The Ben Mallare Entertainment group was just excellent for all our wedding ceremony sound and reception entertainment needs! Ben’s group is very professional and responsive through the planning process. They provided us with exactly what we needed for the ceremony including speakers, a microphone stand, and handheld and lapel microphones. During the reception, we specifically had the All-Stars group with Rebecca and Gabriel as our lead singers. Because we planned our wedding from the East Coast, we needed to make our wedding band decision based on the Ben’s provided video examples. We were already confident that this group would be awesome from the videos, but on the day of, they well exceeded our expectations. They played such a great selection of background music during the dinner, did a fantastic job MC-ing, and absolutely killed the dancing part of the evening! Many of our guests (and of all ages) came up to us during the reception saying this wedding band was one of the best they had seen/heard. Our guests were extremely impressed by the wide repertoire of songs and music styles they could play. Further, our guests were having so much fun dancing they boo-d the early shuttle back to the hotel which is just a testament to how this group knows how to get your wedding guests wanting to dance and celebrate all night.
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    Ryan Sent on 07/20/2018
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    My wife and I decided to retain Ben’s services and it was one of the best decisions we could have made for our wedding. We received so many compliments from our guests saying that the entertainment was the highlight of the night.

    Pre-event communication was flawless, the performance could not have been any better, and their song selection is current and relevant. We have no regrets and will be hiring Ben again for our next engagement!
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    Carly Sent on 08/15/2025
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    Made the night!

    We had the best experience working with the Ben Mallare band. When I say they made the night, they really made the night spectacular. Ben's MCing was spot on, the songs they played were perfect, and they hit every single note! I had so many people tell me how fabulous the band was and ask for their contact information afterwards. If I could give them 100/10 stars I would :) If they're available your wedding weekend, hire them immediately!
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    Lindsey Sent on 08/18/2017
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    People are still talking about how great the band at our wedding was, even months later! Andy and the rest of the band had everyone had dancing all night, from my 6-year old niece to the 70 to 80-year olds. They performed the entire night, from when guests arrived for the ceremony, to during the cocktail hour and dinner, and for dancing, of course. I requested an acoustic ceremony, and they did a really great job. We would highly recommend this band to anyone looking for an all-around band that will play the hits everyone loves. We got the premier package and it was well worth the money!
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    Ryan Sent on 05/19/2014
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    We saw Ben at one of his shows up in Boston and we thought he was incredible! His set had a good mix of songs, starting out slow and softer and eventually easing into a whole list of high-energy pop and rock classics, including some original songs which the crowd loved. And he made it all look so easy! The kid can sing the pants off anyone I've seen live, professional or amateur.
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    Jenell Sent on 10/03/2017
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    Ben Mallare band was the perfect fit for our wedding. From the ceremony guitarist to the very last song. Our wedding was so special because of their talent. Every song was so great and truly exceeded our expectations. Our guests are still talking about how much fun they had!! They executed our schedule of events to perfection. Every song they sang was absolutely beautiful!
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    Katrina Sent on 11/14/2016
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    When I first contacted Ben Mallare Entertainment I was hoping to get Ben as the lead singer. As the bride with a vision to get serenaded on her wedding and after I saw their videos on FB and Instagram, I told myself, we got to have them! We wanted their "Small but Mighty Trio" package. Ben was willing to work with our budget and politely referred a different singer for us. At first, I was really hesitant but after Ben shared some videos of Spencer I decided to book them. I didn't really know what to expect but I trusted my instinct. My then fiance was impressed so it was a plus! All I had was Ben as the contact leading up to the wedding and relaying to Spencer our song preferences. Fast forward to the wedding.... I was really blown away the moment I heard Spencer sing our processional songs. It was a very emotional moment for me and as I walked down the aisle, everything just seemed right! It made all the difference having the band play at the ceremony. All throughout the reception, the band played and accommodated our requests and more. We got a lot of compliments from our guests. I was really glad that we decided to have a live band instead of a DJ at our wedding. Spencer and the team were very professional. I made an effort to thank them personally because they were really that awesome. Spencer served as our emcee as well and even though we had some last minute changes, he was quick to his feet and was able to make things run smoothly for us. I highly recommend this band and you won't go wrong with either Spencer or Ben as your singer. Nothing but love for this band! THANK YOU guys!!!
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    Mark Sent on 08/10/2022
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    The Best Wedding Band of All Time

    The number one priority my bride and I wanted for our wedding was for a night full of dancing--not people begrudgingly on their feet, but truly having the best time on the dance floor. Ben Mallare absolutely delivered that for us. Since getting back from our honeymoon, the first thing people say to us is "that band you had was the best wedding band we've ever seen". If you are reading this review, don't waste another minute--book Ben Mallare--you'll be so glad you did.

    PS--they even learned a house/electronic song for us by request--they can truly do it all.
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    Katherine Sent on 08/09/2025
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    Best Wedding Band EVER!

    Ben and his team put on the best set I could have ever asked for at my wedding! Not only were they so easy to work with leading up to the wedding, but they exceeded all of our expectations when it came to music. They were very accommodating with our special requests during ceremony and reception, and they even helped us pull off a special performance with my dad and I. They are a GREAT value, and it was some of the best money we spent during our wedding weekend. I could not recommend them enough!
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    Best wedding band ever!

    Wow what a time we had with Stefan and his band! We went with the 9 piece band for our wedding and boy do they put on a show! They keep the crowd engaged and dancing all night! We had the wedding of our dreams and we're so happy to have chosen them! From their stage set up, to their outfits, dancing, SINGING, etc, they were PERFECT. Not to mention that booking them was a breeze, we were in contact with Ben throughout the whole process and he was so easy to communicate with and fast to reply! We would choose them over and over again and would recommend to all! :)

    THANK YOU!
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    Ashley Sent on 10/04/2021
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    Oh what a night!!

    Ben & team's performance was so far beyond anything we could have imagined! So many of our family members and friends who rarely dance at weddings could not resist joining the party on the dance floor (there was even a mid-dinner dance party because the music was so good and guests couldn't wait until dancing officially begun!!). The energy the band brought to the event made the night *SO* unforgettable, and I get chills thinking about our entrance. In the 2 days since our wedding, we have gotten nonstop compliments about how incredible the band was.

    On a practical note, we are particularly grateful for the band's responsiveness and flexibility. Due to COVID 19, and then California wildfires, we postponed our wedding 3x and changed venues; Ben and his team were enthusiastic in meeting these new circumstances. His professionalism put us at ease and we particularly appreciated his willingness to learn a few songs that were special to us (and bring in a vocalist fluent in Spanish for my husband and his mother's first dance).
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    Get Ready to DANCE!

    If you are planning for your wedding when the world is no longer upside down and are considering Ben Mallare Events & Entertainment, I promise you, booking Ben’s team will be the best decision you make! We know so many couples (including our closest friends and family members) have had to postpone or rethink their special days. It has been over a year since our wedding and with so much change and uncertainty in 2020, my husband and I have been doing a lot of reflecting.

    Over a year later, not one person can recall the food we served or the flowers on the table, but people still mention our wedding band and rave about the dance party! People being tossed in the air, the floor rolling with movement (thought it was going to break!) and people of ALL ages dancing the night away! I was lucky enough to attend a family friend’s wedding in Seattle with my parents where Andy and Jessa headlined. We were blown away by their talent and professionalism and it was the ONLY request my Dad had during the entire wedding planning process - book the same band!

    From the moment people sat down for dinner, they were dancing in their seats! Toft was extremely patient and accommodating with people making song requests. And Andy and Jessa knocked it out of the park with each song performed. If we had to do the whole thing over, Ben’s team would still be the first vendor we book!
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    Our Dream Wedding Band

    Finding the perfect band for our Scottsdale wedding this past March was such a battle. We sifted through countless websites, listened to demo reels that all started to blend together, and worried we wouldn't find a band that captured the energy we envisioned. Then we stumbled upon the Ben Mallare Band, and let me tell you, it was like a weight lifted!

    From the moment they started playing, the energy in the room was electric. Their enthusiasm and love for music was contagious and they had everyone on the dance floor all night long.
    We can't say enough about their incredible talent. Their voices are phenomenal, and they flawlessly performed all of our favorite songs, including the ones they learned specially for us. It meant the world to have them play those special requests!
    But the Ben Mallare Band isn't just about the music... They put on a great show! We loved their fun choreography and the little touches like the bedazzled microphone. It added so much personality to their performance. We've been getting compliments from our guests nonstop about how amazing the band was. They truly made our wedding unforgettable, and we're so grateful to have found them.

    If you're looking for a band that will keep your guests dancing and create lasting memories, the Ben Mallare Band is the perfect choice! You won't regret book them!
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    User2857300 Sent on 11/09/2016
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    A-mazing! Ben and his band crushed our wedding. We loved how easy he was to work with. We got so many compliments from our guests. 5 stars!
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    Mark Sent on 12/17/2015
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    Ben's group did an incredible job! From start to finish, they were very professional, easy to communicate with, and gave us great recommendations. Our wedding was on a yacht (where the band had never performed), but they worked with the yacht coordinators and everything went incredibly smooth. We heard from many of our guests about how the band just tied everything together perfectly....and we agree!
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    Amazing Wedding Band

    When my husband and I spoke about what our non-negotiables were for our wedding a band was one of them. We had been to nearly 30 weddings together before our own and loved the energy a great band brought to the party. We were so thankful that our planner for Ben Mallare for us, because they were a hidden gem. They learned new songs that we had wanted for the ceremony and for first dances. We danced the entire evening including the time they spent packing up their equipment at the end of the night! They read the crowd and kept people on the dance floor during the reception, which is exactly what we wanted. The next day at our farewell brunch and even to this day we have friends and family comment on how amazing the band was and all we can say is, “Yeah, we know. They were the best.”
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    Megan Sent on 08/03/2017
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    We could not have been happier with Ben Mallare and his fantastic band. They played for our wedding in Northern California and from the beginning were a pleasure to work with.
    Ben was very responsive to any question or concern I had. We didn't get a chance to see the band live before the wedding so we were hoping for the best. We were not disappointed! All of our guests raved about the band and range in music.
    We had a small wedding, around 60 guests, all the Small but Mighty band size was perfect. I hope to attend another wedding or function with these guys performing!!
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    Haylie Sent on 10/21/2016
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    I loved having this band for my wedding. They rocked the house all night long. They were professional, polite and accommodating. I didn't have to ask anything of them because they've done so many weddings they knew exactly how to go with the ebb and flow of the evening. I had Spencer as my lead singer and I want him to know he was awesome. Thank you so much guys!
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    We cannot say enough good things about Ben Mallare, Stefan, and everyone from their team. I do want to highlight four things that really struck me:

    First and foremost the band is sounded incredible. I was beyond impressed with their musicianship, energy, and professionalism. I highly recommend Stefan as a lead singer and Samantha as your female pipes!

    Secondly, Ben is incredible as the leader of this operation. He is super responsive and professional. Even when there was a potential issue arose, Ben solved the issue in a beyond satisfactory way.

    Thirdly, the band’s flexibility was everything that we hoped for. They can learn up to four songs and played them to perfection. They have an impressive diversity in their repertoire, which satisfied the youths and the conservative grandparents (no small feat!!)

    Finally, we want to make a note on the value. Initially we had budgeted less for music at the venue. We had to think long and hard if we wanted to reallocate the budget to get these guys... and we strongly believe it was worth every penny. The band added to much to every stage of our wedding. The ceremony music (they played my wife’s walk down song live & acoustic!) to MCing the grand entry and speeches, and the music during the reception were all incredible. I cannot articulate enough the value they added to our wedding day!

    TLDR; Totally worth it!! Book them!! Request Stefan & Samantha!

    Ben Mallare Events & Entertainment's reply:

    Andrew and Alexa, thank you so much for these very kind words. It was our pleasure to contribute to your special day, and I'll be sure to pass along your words to Stefan & the whole crew. Congratulations to both your families, stay well, and we hope to see you again in not-so-distant future!
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    Best wedding band ever!

    The Ben Mallare Band was the absolute best wedding band we could have asked for. It was important to us to have a band that would get the crowd going and keep the energy up all night and they truly exceeded our expectations - no one left the dance floor all night. They are extremely talented, professional and easy to work with - they worked with us on all of our special requests and were super responsive throughout the planning process. We had an absolute blast with them and could not recommend them more!
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    Best Band!

    We highly recommend Ben Mallare! We hired them for our wedding in San Clemente and had an 8 piece band for the reception, 2 strings for the ceremony and 2 Jazz musicians for the cocktail hour. This was their first time playing at our venue and even with a last minute ceremony location change, everything went smoothly. The planning process also went extremely smoothly with special song requests and some last minute additions to the band. Our guests are still talking about how they were the best band they’ve ever heard at a wedding. We especially loved how they sang throughout the dinner portion. It made for a very intimate evening. We would easily hire them again and recommend you do too!
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    The Ben Mallare Band was absolutely amazing in every way! From our very first correspondence, Ben was always helpful, quick to respond, and answered any question. In addition to their amazing repertoire of music, Ben and his band were even able to learn up to 6 additional songs of our choice. They performed thoughout our entire wedding, from pre-ceremony, ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception. They were fantastic throughout and we've received countless compliments on their music,performances, professionalism, and presence. They even allowed my brother to sing along with the band for our first dance and did all of our dj-ing. The Ben Mallare Band was one of the best decisions we made on our wedding and we would highly recommend them to anyone else- you won't be disappointed!
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    Excellent service!!! Very creative as well!
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