The Cool Rulers Reviews
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David H. Sent on 09/13/2024So the right choice!
What an amazing night of Music. From the ceremony, through the cocktails and dinner, and all through the night these wonderful and talented musicians were 100%. Thanks for playing our song(s)!!!! Highly recommend this ensemble! From planning to the big day, they were all ears and delivered! Thank you Cool Rulers! -
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Molly S. Sent on 08/01/2024We love The Cool Rulers
We had such a blast with The Cool Rulers at our wedding. Charles was so easy to work with and we always felt like we were on the same page. We loved how they took our top ten songs and built out a curated set list that really fit the vibe and energy of the wedding. We had friends telling us it was some of the best live music they have ever seen. They’re the best! -
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Matt R. Sent on 07/17/2024This band will blow you away and make your planning a breeze
How to begin to sing the praises of the best band there is? We’ll start with unsolicited reviews from our friends: “Would you be offended if I use your same band for my wedding? I feel like anything else would be a let down.” “What’s your band name? I have to follow them on Instagram.” “Pretty sure that was the best band I’ve seen in 20+ years of weddings.” We had our wedding at the Prospect Park Boathouse, and by 20 minutes into the first set the band had amassed a crowd of passers-by who stopped to watch and listen from a nearby bridge and stayed all evening long. Logistically, The Cool Rulers made life easy. We had a number of special requests for our wedding and The Cool Rulers approved them without hesitation and executed them flawlessly. This included learning 3 new songs, one of which was to be sung by 2 of our friends. Charles & Co coordinated with our friends to send them a demo and arrange time for a quick rehearsal, all of which culminated in a “performance” that seemed as if it had been rehearsed for months. The even accommodated a specific request for how they were set up, leaving us an aisle to walk down and filling it in during a short break later in the evening. The Cool Rulers are immeasurably talented, and the perfect complement to that talent is their ability to set the tone, ride the energy, and deliver an absolutely perfect evening of music and dancing. We could not be happier and could not recommend them more highly. A++++++ -
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Sara B. Sent on 07/16/2024The best live band!
We hired The Cool Rulers to play at our Wedding in Newcastle, CA (outside of Sacramento) in June 2024 and we are SO happy we did. I first found them because the wedding coordinator we hired posted a video of them performing the Hora at a wedding she worked in Tahoe. We knew we would have the Hora at our wedding, too, so I immediately sent the video to my mom who agreed we NEEDED them! Charles was so easy to work with. He was responsive to me, and also took initiative to get in contact with my coordinate and the venue's coordinator. We also had a DJ/Emcee who he worked closely with. They performed our ceremony, cocktail hour, all of the first dance songs, Country Roads and the Hora to kick off the dance party. Despite it being about 105 degrees out, the music was perfect and the energy of the Hora in particular set the tone for so much of the night. After the wedding, one of our friends asked if the band would do a weekly gig at a bar we frequent - a pretty high endorsement if you ask me! -
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Jordana J. Sent on 03/14/2024Played for us in a blizzard!
I am so grateful to have worked with The Cool Rulers for my wedding. My husband and I got married in an unexpected blizzard and the Cool Rulers CRUSHED IT despite having to spend the night sleeping on couches because the roads were closed. Their energy and flexibility carried the night to levels beyond my wildest dreams - as the bride, despite the stressful weather, I credit the Cool Rulers with helping me to finally let go and dance the night away. Cannot recommend this band more highly. Truly the greatest wedding gift I could have given myself. -
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Sara Sent on 11/08/2023The Cool Rulers - Best wedding decision
From the moment The Cool Rulers stepped onto our wedding scene, they were more than just a band; they were the heartbeat of our celebration. With an energy that was infectious and a talent that was undeniable, they set the tone for a night to remember. Each member brought a vitality and engagement that resonated with every guest, ensuring the dance floor was never empty. Their ability to read the room and tailor the music to the mood was nothing short of masterful. Our special day was made infinitely more memorable thanks to their dynamic performances and spirited presence. Weeks after the wedding, our guests are still buzzing about the incredible atmosphere The Cool Rulers created. They didn't just play music; they crafted an experience that was the cornerstone of our wedding day. To any couple looking for a band that will make their day truly special, look no further – The Cool Rulers are the epitome of what a wedding band should be.
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Michael R. Sent on 02/28/2024Speechless Performance
We can’t say enough amazing things about the Cool Rulers. Ahead of the wedding, Charles was incredibly responsive and worked with us to get a vibe of the music we were looking for, alongside a few requests we had. Let me tell you that I’m happy my wife and I didn’t orchestrate the set lists because the Cool Rulers put it together perfectly! They took some of our must plays and created a perfect set list that had the whole wedding on the dance floor the entire reception. Our guests still talk about how the Cool Rulers were the best wedding band they ever heard. We’ve heard this from dozens of guests and felt the same. Your guests will be raving and you’ll have the dance party of your life with the Cool Rulers. Thank you guys again! -
Tess F. Sent on 12/04/2023
Best wedding band!
The Cool Rulers blew us away at our wedding. If you are considering a band to play at your wedding or another special event, we HIGHLY recommend you hiring the Cool Rulers! They are so talented, and they work incredibly well together making for the most seamless, natural, fun, and pleasing productions we have experienced at a wedding. We and all our guests are still gushing over our night of dancing, and it is all thanks to these incredible musicians! So BOOK THEM if you haven’t already.
We have consistently heard back from guests that they were the best wedding band they’ve ever seen. Charles, their manager, is very easy to work with as well. He was so helpful throughout the process. We could not have asked for a better band and manager to work with! -
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Zachary F. Sent on 10/29/2023
The Best Band.
If you’ve been searching for a wedding band, listening to demo after demo, stop here! You’re never going to find a group of musicians more talented, collaborative and, for lack of a better word, cool than The Cool Rulers. Every member of the group is a gigging musician, who’ve likely played with one of your favorite artists — Natalie Merchant, Antibalas, Japanese Breakfast, Lauryn Hill, TV on the Radio, Vampire Weekend, Easy Star All Stars, Fun, Bleachers, Hurray for the Riff Raff, and several artists on Daptone Records — and lead their own incredible groups, running the gamut from Afrobeat to Soul, Pop, Funk, R&B and Experimental Jazz.
From our first conversation with Charles, The Cool Rulers’ main point of contact and drummer for LA-based events, we were amazed by the group’s professionalism, flexibility, and ever-growing playlist. You should feel comfortable that Charles will respect your “must plays” and “please don’t plays.” But also trust that the group knows how to build a playlist that will ensure guests of all ages will be on the dancefloor all night. In terms of wedding staples, you’ll never hear better live interpretations of Motown standards, “Shout” or “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.” But what really sold us on The Cool Rulers was their repertoire of deep cuts across disco, funk and soul, their Afrobeat cocktail hour outfit, and ability to arrange and learn three songs of our choosing, including interpretations of Boney M’s “Rasputin” and “Sunny” that threw the crowd into a complete frenzy. Oh, and they do a phenomenal Hora.
Every single guest was blown away by The Cool Rulers and sad to see the night end, as they closed out the evening with Donna Summer’s “Last Dance.” We ended up booking the full 10-piece with a 5-piece for the cocktail hour and a solo guitar for the ceremony, and we’re so glad that we did.
To this day, our guests can’t stop talking about the music at our wedding. Thank you Cool Rulers for a night we’ll never forget! -
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Jennifer B. Sent on 02/23/2024
Our guests are still raving about The Cool Rulers
Truly couldn't ask for better....The Cool Rulers were a highlight of our wedding and exceeded every expectation we had. Their sound is unique, upbeat, and their song selection is incredible - our guests are still raving about them. Charles made the process super easy and was very patient. He ensured that everything was taken care of from the ceremony (acoustic guitar, microphones and audio equipment for our officiant), to the cocktail hour (a trio), and reception (full band). We feel so lucky that this talented group was available to help us dance the night away. If you're looking for a band that hits all the right notes (literally) and sets the mood for an unforgettable event, look no further. -
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