The Best Wedding Music and Live Bands

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Intensity Houston

5.0 (6)
· Houston, TX

"Intensity Houston was FABULOUS! Our guests are still talking about the good vibes and awesome music they played!..."

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Zach Bedell Band

North Charleston, SC

Zach Bedell is a seasoned professional musician with over a decade of experience in the Charleston area, specializing in...Read more creating unforgettable wedding celebrations. Having played hundreds of weddings, Zach and his band are renowned for their high-energy performances featuring crowd favorites from...

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$5,000
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Slippery Band

5.0 (251)
· Blue Bell, PA

"Slippery Band played at several of our family and friends weddings previously, and after experiencing their talent..."

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$6,200

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Soulful Collective Elite

5.0 (1)
· Vail, AZ

"SCE is the only Band in Southern AZ with this type of talent. I was shocked the first time I heard them and, as a..."

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$17,665

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Bad Habit

Little Rock, AR

You deserve the best on your big day, and BAD HABiT delivers precisely that. Crowned the WINNER of AY MAGAZINE'S 2024...Read more BEST ARKANSAS MUSICIANS AWARD, this band is known for turning weddings into unforgettable celebrations. With a performance that will keep your guests dancing and talking long after...

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Lucky Devils Band

4.9 (355)
· Tucson, AZ

"THANK YOU for making our reception the best party. We have been getting compliments nonstop after our wedding day..."

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On the One Tulum

5.0 (26)
· Cancun, MX

"I cannot say enough good things about Morgan and On The One! We had a destination wedding in Cancun and found On..."

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$7,500

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My Rockstar Wedding

Seattle, WA

My Rockstar Wedding is a Seattle, Washington band that offers unique services to make your wedding unforgettable. They...Read more bring the energy, and you bring the singing talent. Services With My Rockstar Wedding, you will be the star of your reception. Their skilled musicians bring incredible energy and...

Reception Ceremony During Breaks Willing to Travel Vocals

$10,999
3 Pieces & A Biskit

Austin, TX

3 Pieces & A Biskit will provide the perfect soundtrack to weddings in Texas. Each member of the group is highly...Read more professional, with more than 10 years of experience playing in front of live crowds. On stage, they create magic, and there is no better day than the wedding day to feel...

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$3,500

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AAMusicians

5.0 (522)
· Miami, FL

"Alan was amazing to work with while planning all of the things we wanted to make our wedding day special! He is..."

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The Albertson Duo

5.0 (18)
· Roseville, CA

"The Albertson Duo are a 10 out of 10! Their live music and positive energy helped to make our ceremony and..."

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$3,250

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East Coast Music & Entertainment

5.0 (273)
· Greater New York City Metro, NY

"We couldn’t have asked for a better band than East Coast Band for our wedding in the Poconos! They turned our..."

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$12,000

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BOMBZR Entertainment

5.0 (3)
· Brooklyn, NY

"One of the best musicians out there, BOMBZR really knows how to put on a great show. Great music selection and..."

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$7,500

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Full Sircle Entertainment

5.0 (7)
· Cape Cod, MA

"I worked with Full Circle at an event in Westport, Mass and they were awesome! Very professional and friendly..."

$4,500

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MISTER TROMBONE ENTERTAINMENT LLC

West Palm Beach, FL

MISTER TROMBONE ENTERTAINMENT LLC is a wedding DJ based in West Palm Beach, Florida. New York native Wayne Perry, known...Read more as "Mister Trombone," is a dynamic performer and innovative musician. With 15 years of experience as an event coordinator and logistics manager, he has secured residencies in...

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$10,000

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Boston Premier Band

5.0 (33)
· Boston, MA

"A live wedding band was one of the things we were most excited about for our wedding, and the best band we've ever..."

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$7,750

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Honey of the Heart

5.0 (4)
· Folsom, CA

Honey of the Heart is a wedding band based out of Grass Valley, California. Honey of the Heart specializes in helping...Read more couples create a unique music experience to enhance and support their special day. They have diverse musical talent and can create a sound that is bound to fill any kind of space...

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$4,500

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DJ Hybrid Chicago

5.0 (1)
· Chicago, IL

"We hired Funktastic Productions for our wedding reception, and they completely exceeded our expectations! We opted..."
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No Standards

5.0 (45)
· Staten Island, NY

"We had such a seamless experience from start to finish. The band ROCKed literally, we got many compliments from..."

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$4,250
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Bachelor Boys Band

4.9 (875)
· Philadelphia, PA

"A fantastic band that got people up and on the dance floor! We also hired a solo pianist for the ceremony and he..."

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Premiere Wedding Music Design

4.9 (52)
· Las Vegas, NV

"We booked a mobile violinist for our wedding cocktail hour, and it was fabulous! They have a long list of songs to..."

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Fresh Play

5.0 (2)
· Chula Vista, CA

"Oh my goodness! Fresh Play Band was amazing for our wedding. They were thorough with their communication, their..."

$5,500

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The Music City Sound

5.0 (76)
· Nashville, TN

"They were so amazing on stage and kept the dance floor going all night! They had a real knack for reading the..."

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$8,850

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Mantrap Band

5.0 (3)
· Miami, FL

"I had the pleasure of booking Mantrap Band while helping organize my sister’s wedding, and I couldn’t be..."

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$8,000

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Wedding Music Bands

Whether you envision a small ensemble as your wedding guests dine, or a large, lively band to provide the soundtrack as you dance the night away, the wedding music you choose is an important element of your Big Day. While musical tastes vary, we can all agree that there’s nothing quite like music to set the desired mood at an event.

Couples have two major options: hiring a wedding DJ or finding the perfect live wedding music band to anchor the celebration. Along with playing any requested tunes and providing essential entertainment, a DJ or wedding music band leader also ensures that your event moves smoothly and fluidly from one amazing moment to the next.

If you decide to go with live music, selecting the right band is crucial. Here are some things to consider when picking your wedding music band.

Choosing the Best Wedding Music Bands

Although your wedding venue may have a list of musicians that they work with, you may not be limited to the names on it. Check the contract to see if you can bring in outside musicians. Also, be familiar with any noise restrictions at the venue, or the need for extra power supplies or any other equipment for your band. Keep in mind that a band will likely take up more space than a DJ, so make sure there are ample accommodations. As with other elements of wedding planning, the more information you have available about your wedding music band in advance, the more smoothly your actual event will run.

Couples should be aware that wedding live bands tend to be more expensive than a DJ – but this is a good area to splurge. A live band provides a rich sound and is a memorable option for your reception. Before booking, ask any potential bands if they are performing at any public events in the near future. If so, you can see them in person and decide if they fit your style. Otherwise, ask for some videos of past performances. After searching around, reading reviews and possibly seeing potential wedding bands perform, you'll be ready to make your selection.

Selecting Songs for Your Wedding Music Band

Before your event, we recommend giving your chosen wedding music band two specific song lists. One should be songs and musical genres you absolutely want to hear, along with when you want to hear them (such as processional, recessional, first dance and mother-son/ father-daughter dance). The other list should be songs and musical categories you don’t want them to play.

Give some thought to your guests in attendance. While nobody is disputing that it's your special day, you also want your friends, family and loved ones to have a good time. You might add some classic songs and/or fast and slow songs to encourage everyone to dance.

WeddingWire offers plenty of resources for finding the right wedding live band to suit your musical desires. Don't forget to check online reviews for advice from couples who have previously hired your band. Start your search and find the live wedding music to complete your celebration!

Wedding Music Bands

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Intensity Houston

Zach Bedell Band

Slippery Band

Soulful Collective Elite

Bad Habit

Lucky Devils Band

On the One Tulum

My Rockstar Wedding

3 Pieces & A Biskit

AAMusicians

The Albertson Duo

East Coast Music & Entertainment

BOMBZR Entertainment

Full Sircle Entertainment

MISTER TROMBONE ENTERTAINMENT LLC

Boston Premier Band

Honey of the Heart

DJ Hybrid Chicago

No Standards

Bachelor Boys Band

Premiere Wedding Music Design

Fresh Play

The Music City Sound

Mantrap Band

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