Shaded Soul Band Reviews
Reviews
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Elizabeth Sent on 11/19/2025Couldn't be better!
We absolutely loved working with this band, they were by far the easiest vendor of our entire wedding! Renee was wonderful, and I truly enjoyed every interaction with her throughout planning and the day of. Our guests were raving for months afterward about how incredible the music was, and we had the best time on the dance floor. Not only were they amazing musicians, but Renee was also a fantastic Emcee. They kept the night flowing perfectly, even when our coordinator fell short and plans had to shift on the spot. They were incredibly reasonably priced and worth every penny. I can’t recommend them enough! -
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Brian Sent on 10/17/2025Shaded Soul – Absolutely Phenomenal Wedding Band!
From contemporary Pop to classic Rock to smooth R&B, Shaded Soul kept everyone on the dance floor all night long! They’re not just incredibly talented musicians, they have range! Every guest, young and old, found a song to dance to.
We asked them to learn a few special songs that were meaningful to us, and they nailed them perfectly, it felt like those songs were part of their regular setlist. Their energy, professionalism, and musicianship turned our reception into an unforgettable celebration.
If you want a band that truly connects with your guests and brings your wedding to life, Shaded Soul is the one. -
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Jacob Sent on 06/10/2025Best Wedding Band in CT
Having Shaded Soul Band play at our wedding was the best decision we made! From the start, Renee was responsive and ensured our day would go smoothly with her team. She DJ'd our songs for the ceremony, had a trio play for cocktail hour, and her 8 piece band play the night away for our reception! Everyone could not stop commenting on how great the band was, and we had a blast with them! They played everything from the oldies, jazz, classic rock, 2000s, today's hits. They are an amazing group of people, and we can't thank them enough for making our day so memorable. Thank you Shaded Soul! -
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Kevin Sent on 02/07/2025
Best Wedding Band Experience Ever!
When we first watched their demo tapes and met with Renee, we knew that Shaded Soul was going to be good, however "good" turned out to be a vast underestimate. Shaded Soul was nothing short of AMAZING on our wedding day! The dance floor was packed all night and the vibes were through the roof, thanks to both the music itself and Renee's charismatic integration with the crowd. At the farewell breakfast the following morning, all anyone could talk about was Shaded Soul. Multiple guests even asked me for Renee's contact information so that they could try to book Shaded Soul for their own weddings or other events.
In the months prior to their incredible performance at our wedding, we worked closely with Renee, which could not have been easier or more of a pleasure...we already miss chatting with her! What truly makes her and Shaded Soul great is their devotion to making sure that you get everything you imagined (and more), down to the very last and minute detail. Renee promptly responded with answers to all of our many questions and requests as they came up, with grace and charm, always willing to call us or join a last-minute zoom when email/text were not suitable. No question was too silly and every request, for which we had a number of, was met with a "yes", no matter how particular or specialized they were.
Shaded Soul did not just accommodate our song requests, some of which they learned specifically for us, beautifully into the setlist for the masterful performance. They also turned a small dream of ours into a reality, which was for me (groom) to join the band on guitar for my wife's dance with her father. They learned a very specific cover version of the song we wanted, and Renee met with me several times to go over the arrangement and the parts I would play. As an amateur musician who has never performed for an audience before, I was nervous a few days before the wedding and called Renee. She answered immediately and let me play my guitar parts over the phone for her, where she assured me it sounded great but also noted with her sharp ears that my guitar tuning was not in key with the song! On the wedding day, I simply showed up with my guitar and gave it to Shaded Soul's audio-tech. A few hours later when it was time for the father-daughter dance, my guitar was finely re-tuned and plugged-in with the band. It went perfectly and was without a doubt one of the best experiences of our lives, all thanks to Renee and Shaded Soul.
There are countless examples from the day of the wedding, and prior, we could share to further illustrate the wonderful experience Shaded Soul was. One of the crowd favorites was, towards the end of the night as Shaded Soul was packing up, when my friends forced me onto the stage where my guitar was still plugged in and made me play. In a panic, I started playing "Enter Sandman" by Metallica when all of the sudden, Shaded Soul's drummer (who by the way, may be a musical prodigy) went back to her kit and started playing along perfectly with the song! It was a surprise to everyone and got the dance floor completely re-ignited for one last bang to close out the night. We transitioned into "Back In Black" by AC/DC and what is truly great is that, even though it was after-hours for the band and venue, all eight musicians and the audio-tech stopped packing up and let this spontaneous event happen.
In short, Renee and Shaded Soul were the perfect choice and, looking back, we can't imagine the wedding with anyone else. They are a big reason, if not the biggest, why the wedding was the amazing night that we will never forget. All eight members were exceptional musicians and performers, seemingly with no limitations on the genres and time-periods of music they can master. If we had to do it all over again, there isn't a thing we would change. Both my wife and I are keeping Renee's number, because the next time we need to plan an event like this, Shaded Soul will without a doubt be our first call. -
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Bernice Sent on 01/17/2025Fantastic experience
We contracted for Rene Prescott to provide d.j. services for our son's wedding. It was a phenomenal choice. Rene provided so much more than d.j. services. She followed up and reminded us of timeliness, knew the facility, provided necessary details about lighting, gave us the necessary time to make decisions, asked the appropriate questions, and gave all involved the freedom to make requests. So our experience before the event was ideal. Then she surpassed all expectations at the event. She arrived in plenty of time to complete her set up and help the caterer s with necessary details about timing of the cake, etc. She even held coats for those of us who were running outside for quick pictures in the challenging weather. Her music choices were exactly what we requested. But most impressive was her action as an additional wedding planner who helped us be conscious of all the small important details. The ceremony and reception exceeded all expectations. She is the best choice for your music wedding needs. -
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Nancy Sent on 12/08/2024People still talk about how much fun they had because of our band!
Shaded Soul Band was a highlight of our wedding and our guests still talk about how much fun they had because of them. -
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Nancy Sent on 12/04/2024Hired for my wedding
Very professional and in touch with what their customers want for music. LGBTQ+ friendly! Very easy to work with! Outstanding performers!! -
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Shannon Sent on 11/19/2024Wedding Band
Hiring Renee and the rest of the Shaded Soul Band was the best decision we could've made for our wedding day! Renee was extremely accommodating and professional throughout the planning process to ensure the day went smoothly. Their catalog of songs is extensive and has something for everyone. My husband and I used their song list as a template for the music we were looking for, and the final songs played at the wedding were exactly what we wanted. The entire band and singers are extremely talented and were able to learn a new song for our first dance! The Shaded Soul Band ensured the dance floor was never empty for the rest of the night. After the wedding, all of our guests could not stop complimenting how talented and fun having the Shaded Soul Band was. We highly recommend having the Shaded Soul Band be your music provider and your wedding! -
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Liz M. Sent on 10/24/2024Shaded Soul is THE BEST event band!
This band!!!!! Shaded Soul is by far, the best event band. They rocked our wedding 20 years ago with fabulous music, high energy and all out fun! They made such an impression on us that not only have we seen them perform as much as possible since, we decided to have them be our band at our 20th Wedding anniversary. Again, we had a packed dance floor and life long memories. Renee, the band leader communicates in such a professional manner and worked with us both times to go over songs and moments. Love them -
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Nicole Sent on 10/20/2024A fantastic wedding band to make your reception the best party ever!
Shaded Soul Band is hands down the best choice for your wedding music/entertainment! We first saw the band playing at a close friend's wedding and were immediately sold. If you want your reception to be filled with fantastic music that will keep you and your guests on the dance floor the entire night, they are absolutely the right choice. Not only did they play our entire reception, but they also provided music for our ceremony and cocktail hour- which was absolutely beautiful. It is clear that they are not only an experienced group of professionals, but incredible musicians and kind people as well. Renee was so wonderful to work with while planning our wedding and we absolutely hope to see them play again soon! They made our wedding day a dream come true and we cannot recommend them enough. -
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Zoe U. Sent on 10/18/2024Unforgettable Wedding Band!
The Shaded Soul Band absolutely blew us away at our wedding! My husband and I love seeing live music and have seen our fair share of cover bands, but The Shaded Soul Band was on another level. Their energy was electric and their talent off the charts. Renee was a dream to work with from start to finish, making sure the band catered perfectly to our musical preferences. The song selection was spot-on and they kept the dance floor packed all night. We couldn’t have asked for a better band to help make our wedding unforgettable. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a top-tier, high-energy band for their event! -
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Ashley Sent on 12/05/2023Excellent band!
Shaded Soul came highly recommended to me and my now husband through our wedding venue. Renee, the band manager was extremely responsive and helpful during the process. The wedding band was so great about agreeing to learn our first dance song (XO by John Mayer/Beyoncé) too! I'm the kind of person that likes to dance the entire time at weddings, this was important to me on our wedding day and Shaded Soul didn't disappoint. I got so many compliments from friends and family!! I would 100% recommend. -
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Rachel Sent on 06/28/2023The best choice!
Shaded Soul was the best decision we could have made! They went above and beyond to make sure all of our needs were met and they were very enjoyable to work with throughout the whole process. They even let my dad play a song with them! Their energy was contagious. We can't recommend them enough!
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Leanna Sent on 06/20/2023Incredible wedding band!
Renee and Shaded Soul Band were the life of the party at our wedding in Madison CT this June!! After speaking with a number of Boston and NY based bands, we came across Shaded Soul and had the opportunity to chat with Renee. For the first time in the process we didn't feel like we were being sold magazines at the door or an overpriced used car with hidden problems. Renee spoke with us like we were real people, had endless tips and tricks for planning a fantastic reception, and didn't nickel and dime us for every extra note sung or string strummed. Renee and Shaded Soul provided music for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. They accommodated our friends acoustic guitar number during the ceremony, played playlists we had put together during times they weren't playing, but when it came time to play the right song to keep everyone on the dance floor, we left it to the band and they made all the right choices.... we saved money on booze because no one would take a break from dancing to go to the bar! The musicianship of this band is top notch, they are all masters of their crafts and unlike many other wedding bands they have clearly been playing together for years. No rotating through a roster of musicians, booking the band under the same name at multiple events in one night, just a group of talented players with a deep repertoire whose passion is getting people to dance and have a great time. A huge thanks to Renee and Shaded Soul Band for helping make our wedding the best night of our lives! -
Sarah Sent on 12/13/2022
Get your guests groovin' to the sounds of Shaded Soul!
We were so happy to have Shaded Soul at our wedding! They played very nicely at the cocktail hour and then a rocking dance set at the reception. The band kept our guests on the dance floor the whole night and we had many guests tell us how much they enjoyed dancing to their music. I will also add that no one complained that they were TOO loud, which is always a concern for an indoor wedding with many older guests. The volume and balance was perfect. There is some serious talent in the group-- horns, rhythm, and vocals. They were also very professional. Renee, the band leader, was super accommodating and detail-oriented with our special requests which included various musical guest performances including a special song played by the bride and groom, and another one sung by the fathers of the bride and groom. It made for a very special and memorable musical evening. 10/10 would recommend for your wedding, party, or any function that will get you dancing. -
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Emily Sent on 01/22/2022Everyone should book Shaded Soul Band for their wedding!
I wasn’t looking to book a band for my wedding, but it was the best decision I could have made! We saw the Shaded Soul Band at a bridal show, then went to see them live, and within 10 seconds of hearing them play we knew we had to book them. They sounded amazing! Renee, the band leader, was so easy to work with and so professional. Renee went above and beyond. She would call every so often to check in and see how we were doing with wedding planning. And when we had to postpone our wedding because of Covid, we got a ‘not a problem’ and the change was made. It was seamless.
The day of the wedding the band started playing and everyone was on the dance floor. They were the talk of the wedding. People even continued to talk about how good they were the day after. It was non stop dancing as soon as they started playing. The music is one of the big things guests like to judge and the Shaded Soul Band had our guests wishing they booked this band for their weddings. They were a huge hit amongst our older and younger guests. I honestly can’t recommend them enough. If you want to have the best music for your wedding, book the Shaded Soul Band! -
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Alexandria Sent on 10/21/2021Incredible!!!!
It was truly an honor to have the opportunity to hire Shaded Soul Band for our ceremony, cocktail and reception music. Renee was incredible to work with. Her communication was efficient and super helpful leading up to the big day. The band learned a few songs for us, too. Our guests are still talking about their band a few weeks later. They have set the bar for wedding entertainment, or even just live music in general! We totally recommend to anyone and feel you must include their band in your budget. You won't regret it. Everyone was on the dancefloor and they were so excited, that they even danced between salad and dinner courses! It was the best night! -
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Marissa Sent on 01/13/2021This band is the one you want at your wedding! Trust me!
Renee and the entire Shaded Soul band have been absolutely incredible throughout this entire wedding planning process. From the very start. Renee has been prompt, thorough, kind and accommodating since day 1. My fiancé and I got a chance to listen to Shaded Soul at an outdoor event in the summer of 2019. WOW! These guys were incredible. They had the crowed up and dancing and the music was incredible- not to mention the instruments and their voices. We booked them there and then. Our wedding was scheduled for 6/2020 but had to be rescheduled to 6/21 due to COVID. Before rescheduling, Renee reached out to us early on in March to see how we were doing and to let us know she would help us if we needed to reschedule. It was so nice to have a vendor personally call to see how we were and to just talk about our options. I would use Renee for another even in a heartbeat. We need more people like this in the world. Kind, compassionate people who care about their customers. -
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Ashlee Sent on 11/01/2019Shaded Soul kept people on the dance floor all night!
Shaded Soul kept people on the dance floor all night! Their sound is incredible and they really know how to play to their audience. Their fantastic energy really set the mood for the entire wedding. There was pure joy in the air as guests were so eager to have fun and dance the night away. -
Sam Sent on 10/26/2019
Personable, talented and affordable
We were so thrilled and relieved when we found the Shaded Soul Band to play at our home wedding in June. Finding a talented and experienced band was a top priority for us. When we found them we knew they would be a great fit compared to other bands that came across as “cookie cutter”.
From start to finish, Renee’s expertise and experience was evident with her communication and delivery. Renee was easy to work with and that made our wedding process much less stressful. Anytime we had a music issue, she had our back, which was key since we had a home wedding with little preexisting infrastructure.
They learned several songs for us, including our first dance, and several songs in tribute to New Orleans (they nailed every single one!)
They definitely played a wide variety of music, and had everyone on the dance floor. Our wedding was multi-cultural with different age groups, they had the dance floor filled from children to seniors, and everyone in between, from start to finish!
Each band member brings something to the table, they are all incredibly talented.
My parents, family and friends were impressed with how accommodating, professional and fun they were.
We have received many compliments
“on the band”. Even friends who are music afficionados were complimenting on how awesome they were and that they had such good vibes!
Thank you again for your patience, energy, expertise and talent, you guys rocked it!
We recommend this band hands down, and would hire them again; best in town! -
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Kathy Sent on 10/03/2019
Excellent!!
I cannot tell you how everyone said the band made the wedding !!They were so smooth and just plan awesome that everyone was smiling and dancing!! No one is easier to work with than Renee!! She “has your back “ at all times!
True professionals!
Played all types of music for everyone !
She worked very well with the bride & groom so much that they could enjoy the wedding!!!
Excellent !! You must book them!! -
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Julie Sent on 10/11/2018Beyond my wildest dreams. Music was a top priority for my (now) husband and me while wedding planning. When we came across the video from Shaded Soul Band, we knew we wanted them at our wedding. We immediately connected with Renee (the band leader). She's incredible. She brought up so many things that we didn't even know we needed to think of (i.e. color of linens for band tables to match the wedding). They even learned the semi-obscure song we wanted for our first dance. She's a pro - not just amazing at her craft (a very talented singer and musician), but also at working with all our vendors to ensure everything went off without a hitch (and even better, without our involvement!).
THE BAND THO. The Shaded Soul Band is full of amazing talent (which you always expect), but also really nice, genuine people who went out of their way to make sure the energy in the room was high. I think one of my favorite parts was when one of the lead singers and the saxophonist came onto the dance floor to dance with us.
Our guests are still talking about how amazing and fun they were. I highly recommend them for your wedding or really any event. -
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Julie Sent on 03/30/2018Renee and the band are simply the best and were amazing to work with from start to finish. I am thrilled we chose them to be our wedding band; their music and energy are top notch and guests are still telling us how much they loved the band. In fact, two couples who were at our wedding in December have already approached me about getting Renee's contact information so Shaded Soul can be the band for their weddings.
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Todd Sent on 12/03/2017This coming year, my wife Sue and I celebrate our 23rd wedding anniversary. Part of what made our wedding day more special than we could have imagined was our good fortune to have booked Shaded Soul. If you've got a great band your wedding will be remembered for years to come. The band has a huge responsibility to set the tone and atmosphere for the entire afternoon or evening and you have one shot to book the perfect band.
Shaded Soul was tight, brought their A-game with great energy, musical ability, stage presence, repertoire, punctuality and reliability. They were wonderful then and even more extraordinary now.
“There’s nothing compared to live music; there just isn’t anything” - Gloria Gaynor
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Jessica Sent on 11/17/2017They were fabulous! They kept the party going from the first song to the last dance and Renee was wonderful to work with. Our guests are still raving about how great the band was. -
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Megan Sent on 12/29/2016These guys are awesome! Renee and her band of awesome musicians really made our wedding the party that we wanted! They were super willing to work with whatever we wanted and made sure that everything was going the way we wanted it too. Our dance floor was packed all night long and our guests couldn't get enough! -
Judy Sent on 08/06/2021
Overall great band music was suited to fit the crowd
Upbeat band , entertaining showed up punctual !
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