The Best Soul & Motown Wedding Bands & DJs in Darien, CT

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247 Wedding Bands & DJs in Darien, CT

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Vision Edge Symphony Music 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Darien, CT

Planning a wedding? I know just what kind of music you need to make it a success. I’ve been lucky enough to serve some of the most amazing clients in lower Fairfield County on events both large and small. This experience and my passion for music has helped me evolve into one of the most skilled DJ's in the area.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Marv was SO much fun at our wedding! Marvin's experience as a DJ definitely showed as he handled the ceremony music without any audio hiccups, making sure he was saying the bridal party's names correctly during the reception, and navigating toasts and announcements in a fun and very professional manner. He expertly controlled the crowd with some of the best mixes I've ever heard at a wedding! My husband and I did not want to leave the dance floor! We had so many guests after the wedding tell us how much fun they had dancing to the music and that it was one of, if not the most, fun weddings they had ever been to. We were so pleased and blessed to have Marvin DJ our wedding and we will absolutely be recommending his services! 1000/10!
Nicole P., 2 years ago
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Music Mania Disc Jockeys 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Darien, CT

Owned and operated by Mark and Denise Pastor, Music Mania is a professional disc jockey company which was established in 1996. We provide services for all occasions! Weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, corporate parties, you name it!

Awarded Best of Zola
Music Mania Disc Jockeys were an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. Their communication style was efficient, easy, and they were always available to answer any questions we had during the planning process. The quality of their work and value they provided was top-notch - they kept the dance floor packed with a fun, nonstop, and exciting musical selection. The online planning forms they provided made it so easy for us to organize all the details, and from our ceremony to the last song of the night, everyone in attendance had an amazing time. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ service to help make our special day so memorable.
Stephanie, a year ago
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Music by Veronique 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Darien, CT

Hello! My name is Veronique, and I have been a violinist and singer for the last 20 years. I began playing weddings, church services, and more at age thirteen, and have loved making music for people's special occasions ever since!

Veronique was an absolute dream to work with! From the very start, her communication was professional, prompt, and so thoughtful. She took the time to understand our vision and was incredibly flexible throughout the planning process. On the wedding day, she was simply incredible. Veronique’s performance brought so much emotion and elegance to our ceremony, her playing was flawless, and the atmosphere she created was unforgettable. She even learned two new songs just for us, which meant the world and made our day feel uniquely ours. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful the music was. We’re so grateful to have had her as part of our celebration and would recommend Veronique without hesitation to anyone looking for a talented, professional, and truly gifted violinist.
Sarah L., 6 months ago
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ETA Music 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Darien, CT

ETA Music specializes in weddings and would love to be a part of your special day. Our musicians are as talented as they are accommodating, the perfect combination for a rocking wedding! Let us add some ease to your planning. No two weddings are alike and we take the time to carefully listen to all of your ideas, offer suggestions and ultimately create a music experience unique to your special day. Our detailed entertainment-planning guide ensures that your wedding is well organized. This is one of the biggest days of your life, let ETA help make it perfect.

When starting wedding planning my husband's must have was a band. Researching was overwhelming, we could not have made a better decision with ETA. They made planning so easy and were flexible with out choices and they made sure to play our chosen first dance song. Our wedding night the band killed it, we were on the dance floor all night. They made the party even better and their music choices night of were spot on. If you are getting a wedding band this is the band to choose.
Michelle, 6 months ago
world tour sound production (Dj zoe supreme) 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Darien, CT

Were your one stop shop for all Dj, Entertainment, production needs giving you a awesome bundle prices to easy your stress for shopping a bunch of different vendors With our professional Dj services we’ll cater to any room , musical genre . While setting the mood for all moments on your special day, Cermony, Cocktial hour, Dance floor!! high energy and memorable entertainment for you and your guest! We also provide Full Lighting, Sound , staging production , smoking machines and party rentals to curate a specialized experience for you and your guest ! No limits!

DJ Zoe Supreme was the perfect DJ for our reception. We were impressed by their calm, easy-going, and fun communication style. They took the time to understand our music preferences and cultural background, and crafted a playlist that had our guests dancing all night long. Their clean sound quality and hardworking attitude really made our special day that much more memorable. We highly recommend World Tour Sound Production (DJ Zoe Supreme) to any couple looking for a talented and reliable DJ to bring their wedding to life.
Desmond D., a year ago
Critical Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,599
  • Serves Darien, CT

Critical Entertainment is a leading DJ and multi-service company based in Shelton, CT, dedicated to bringing unparalleled fun and entertainment to wedding celebrations. Our mission is to turn the dance floor into the centerpiece of the party, creating a lively atmosphere with expertly curated music. We take pride in offering more than just exceptional DJ services — we also provide a full suite of services, including photography, videography, four photo booth options, and lighting, all available under one roof.

We worked with Mike from Critical Entertainment. From the start, Mike was very easy to work with and explained everything in detail. The wedding planner site was a breeze to use - we were able to include everything we wanted and when. On the big day, Mike kept everyone on the dance floor and played all of our favorite songs. He even took photos and videos during our ceremony and reception. We truly loved working with Mike!
Melissa A., 3 years ago
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Sweet Harmony Live Music: serving your local area nationwide! 
Rating: 5.0 (88 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $420
  • Serves Darien, CT

At Sweet Harmony, we love what we do! To us, it is a beautiful thing when we are playing music that helps you to feel the special moments of your life. We've grown fast since our founding in 2008, and Sweet Harmony now serves weddings across the United States with fine local musicians. As owner and pianist, I hold certain core values that inspire my work with our customers and our relationships in the professional world: honesty, teamwork, friendliness, strength, service, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence. Our musicians typically hold advanced degrees in music and care genuinely about bringing you the beauty of live performance!

Awarded Best of Zola
Sweet Harmony Live Music was an outstanding choice for our wedding entertainment. From our very first interaction, their communication style was prompt, professional, and extremely detailed - they made sure we were comfortable with every aspect of their performance. On the day of the wedding, their talented musicians and vocalists added a whole element of serenity and beauty to our ceremony with their harmonious live music. We were blown away by the quality of their work and the value they provided. Our guests are still raving about the beautiful live music that set the perfect tone for our special day. We highly recommend Sweet Harmony Live Music to any couple looking for exceptional wedding entertainment.
Katie Scarlett L., a year ago
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Pulse Event Group 
Rating: 5.0 (74 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Darien, CT

Pulse Event Group has been the tri-state areas premiere event entertainment service for over 15 years. We are a full service entertainment company that offers a wide array of event enhancements such as: Celebrity DJ's & Emcee's, Party Motivators, Photo-Booths, Up-lighting, Event Production, and much more! We are a boutique company that customizes each event to make it unique to our clients liking. No party is too big or too small!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a great experience with Pulse Event Group for our wedding! Sergio had excellent communication throughout the entire planning process— he was quick to answer all of our questions, and easy to talk to. He sent along a planning packet for us to start thinking about what we wanted, and also sent some check-in emails as we got close to our wedding day. It's really nice to have vendors that you trust and have easy communication with, it helps so much to ease the stress of planning! Mike and the crew were just as fantastic to work with day of! The emceeing was well done and professional, and the playlist was great throughout the night.
Sarah P., 7 months ago
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HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth 
Rating: 4.6 (62 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Darien, CT

2x BEST OF ZOLA award winner! HiMotive Entertainment & PhotoBooth delivers DJ, Photobooth, Special Effect and A/V services for weddings, parties, and corporate events. We use top-tier equipment and treat every client like family. Our flexible music and event packages ensure memorable experiences, with service spanning in all states east of the Mississippi River including Louisiana—major cities like Charlotte, Atlanta, Detroit, and NYC. Book us for customized, high-energy entertainment and seamless event planning.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth, their communication was fast, easy, and personable. He was incredibly professional and went above and beyond to make our wedding day special. When we accidentally ordered the wrong sparklers, he made a miracle happen and got us some beautiful LED sparklers for our grand exit. And the music was absolutely perfect - our dance floor was so much fun all night long! We couldn't have asked for a better DJ. HiMotive truly delivered an outstanding value and we highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Rachel A., a year ago
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Mystic River Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (58 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Darien, CT

Uniquely crafted music and purposeful lighting can empower you to create the most incredible and memorable night. Let me help you make that happen. Mystic River Entertainment is a modern DJ entertainment and lighting company for wedding and private events.

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Jeff was amazing! My husband and I got married at the Branford House in Groton CT July 2025 and hired Jeff to take care of all our music and sound for our ceremony and cocktail hour. He was so professional and easy to work with. It was so important to me that everyone could clearly hear our ceremony as it was outside in a large space and he crushed it! We also had him DJing during cocktail hour and we 10/10 recommend it, he got the party started right away and everyone loved it.
Kerrie G., 8 months ago
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Direct Entertainment DJ-PHOTO-VIDEO-BOOTHS 
Rating: 4.6 (54 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $845
  • Serves Darien, CT

Your wedding deserves the perfect team — one that’s local, listens closely, and brings your vision to life. That’s us. At Direct Entertainment, we proudly serve couples across the U.S., combining the warmth of a hometown team with the reach of our National brand. Every Team brings the same energy, professionalism, and unforgettable memories — without the stress or the inflated prices. From your first message to your final dance, we make planning easy, transparent, and fun — no matter where love finds you.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I used Direct Entertainment for our DJ and videographer for our wedding and we could not be more pleased!! The team was professional, great at communication, very kind and professional, and they helped make our day absolutely perfect! Jeff, our DJ kept the dance floor alive ALL NIGHT!! When the music had to stop at the end of the night, the dance floor was still completely full and no one wanted it to end. He did a great job announcing the events of the night, made sure that our ceremony music was perfect, and he stuck to our wedding playlist with the exception for a couple guest requests (which we were happy to allow). We were so happy and thankful to have Jeff there! Sie, our videographer also did a wonderful job! We have not yet received our video as our wedding was less than 2 weeks ago, but I already know it is going to be amazing. He was so great with communication, was prompt with his timing, and he even set up a second camera for guests to break away and give us well wishes for our marriage, which I'm so excited to watch back. He was very professional and wonderful to work with. We decided to add videography at the last minute because we thought we might regret not having it, and I am SO happy we asked Jim at Direct Entertainment if they had someone available for our day just a month before, and they did!! Jim, the coordinator at Direct Entertainment frequently checked in with us, asked us questions about ourselves, and genuinely made us feel like he cared about us and our special day. He was great to work with leading up to being assigned our designated DJ and videographer, and even after, he checked in to make sure we were happy and that all of the planning was going well. Overall, we would 1000% recommend Direct Entertainment for any wedding entertainment needs! I know they also offer several other services that we did not utilize, and I'm sure they are wonderful as well! Photos courtesy of Lang at Wandering Wolf Photography.
Bria S., 7 months ago
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Skylark Music 
Rating: 5.0 (50 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Darien, CT

Jesse and Justin have been playing music together since they met performing in a band at Disneyland in 2001. After moving to Beacon, NY around the same time, it made sense to start an official wedding music business to share their love of music with some of the many happy couples getting married in the Hudson Valley. One thing they love about playing music for weddings is the variety that is required of them. Every gig is different and they all happen on one of the happiest days of the clients' lives!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jesse was amazing at our wedding and we cannot recommend his service more. He was incredibly professional and responsive over email, and respected our music requests. When the wedding day came around, he kept our guests entertained during cocktail hour and transitioned seamlessly to our dinner service. Further, when he discovered there was an antique piano in our venue (which we didn't mention to him since the venue told us it wasn't tuned or working), he asked permission to get it running and used it instead of his keyboard. This made for even better ambiance and photos and we were very impressed at how quickly he adapted. We can confidently recommend Jesse and Skylark Music for any wedding and are very thankful to them making our day so special!
Josefina M., 4 months ago
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DJ Dan Fudim 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Darien, CT
  • Offer

Dan Fudim is a wedding DJ serving couples throughout the tri‑state area with 14+ years of experience rooted in the NYC nightclub scene and currently the resident DJ at Raising Cane’s Times Square. No generic playlists, no sportscaster MCing, no press‑play performances, just real energy, a dance floor that truly reflects the couple, and a celebration your guests will still talk about. Every couple gets Dan personally, from the first conversation to the last song.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Dan blew us out of the water from the very first call we had with him. His professionalism, communication, and positive, uplifting vibe was perfect for our evening. Constantly throughout the night our guests were complimenting how great the music was and how awesome Dan and his transitions were. He is the definition of a smooth operator.
Robert H., 6 months ago
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Kenny Fiesta 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Darien, CT

I'm fluent in English & Spanish. The most essential package includes sound, dancefloor lights, uplights, DJ/MC and professional appearance. I've been DJing for 25+ years, and been focusing on weddings for the last 4 years.

Awarded Best of Zola
Planning an event can be so tiresome but when you hire the right vendors it’s a lot off your shoulders. DJ Kenny Fiesta deserves every star in the sky! His professionalism is top-notch, from start to finish, making communication a breeze. He has an incredible knack for reading the dancefloor, ensuring every beat keeps the party alive. Working with him was an absolute pleasure, and his expertise was one less stress for us to deal with. Highly recommend for any event!
Camila Ruiz, 2 years ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Darien, CT

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a musical entertainment company that offers an unrivaled musical experience for clients around the country. We currently service over 25 metropolitan areas throughout the lower 48, and provide musical entertainment for hundreds of events every year. Our past clients include The United Nations, Lockheed Martin, Nationwide Auto Insurance, The Shell Oil Corporation, and many more. No event is too small or large for us. Louis Pettinelli Entertainment has musical ensembles that range from a soloist to a 15 piece party band, and everything in between!

Awarded Best of Zola
Louis Pettinelli Entertainment was an absolute dream to work with. I thought that a live band for our wedding would be out of our reach, but LPE was so easy to work with and what an incredible value! Our band, LPE Snapshot was incredible and our ceremony musicians were amazing too! The vocalists were high energy and kept the whole event moving. They were great Emcess and they even added some special non-traditional reception activities for us. They were super flexible and played all the songs we asked for- even some very “niche” tracks we asked for during the ceremony. So many of my guests said the band was their favorite part of the reception. I highly recommend LPE entertainment! (I am also a musician myself so I’m very picky!)
Katie, a year ago
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The Metropolitan Players 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $12,000
  • Serves Darien, CT

The Metropolitan Players are a NYC-based wedding band collective, created by a husband and wife team, with a mission to help you make musical memories. Music is tied to memory, and shouldn’t be taken lightly when planning your wedding. Your guests will remember those moments on the dance floor with their loved ones, where the rest of the world melted away for a few hours. THAT’S why we do what we do. We want your guests to leave saying, “that was the best wedding we’ve ever been to.”

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired The Metropolitan Players for our wedding in October. I cannot say this enough, they were incredible!! Every aspect about The Met Players was impeccable. They were so communicative throughout the planning process and they put us right at ease. They are willing to learn any song, which allows you to ensure you are setting the vibe you want for your wedding. They were able to get the party started right from the beginning. They had everyone up and dancing in between dinner courses which really helped to set the tone for the rest of the night. We have been to many weddings, I don’t think I have ever seen a dance floor that full for so long. They knew what songs to play to make sure everyone was having a great time all night. If you are looking to have an absolutely packed dance floor at your wedding, look no further than The Met Players! They are one of the best wedding bands I’ve seen, and all of our guests would agree! We would hire them again in a heartbeat. They truly made an already special day even more fun!
Maggie M., a year ago
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Silver Arrow Band 
Rating: 4.8 (35 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,890
  • Serves Darien, CT

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Silver Arrows are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Our talented and professional musicians have performed regularly with touring and recording artists including Beyoncé, Camila Cabello, Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga, Lenny Kravitz, Rihanna, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Taylor Swift, and Tony Bennett, as well as working and touring with numerous Broadway shows.

Awarded Best of Zola
Silver Arrow Band was incredible, and I highly recommend booking them! Our guests were raving about how good they were. They played a range of hits that kept all generations dancing...for the whole night. Thank you!
Jenny B., 6 months ago
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NATIONWIDE Wedding DJs - A Better DJ And Photographer - HAS STAFF IN YOUR AREA! 
Rating: 4.6 (35 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $499
  • Serves Darien, CT

Elevate your wedding celebration with our award-winning DJ-MC services, trusted by over 17,000 couples nationwide for more than 27 years! Our budget-friendly packages ensure that your wedding is not only fun for all your guests but also stress-free. We also offer stunning wedding photography and HD video services, capturing every precious moment of your special day. With prices significantly lower than the national average, you can save hundreds, if not thousands, while still enjoying top-notch services. Don’t wait—call us today to secure your date and discover why we’re the perfect choice for making your wedding unforgettable!

Awarded Best of Zola
Nationwide Wedding DJs - A Better DJ And Photographer did an excellent job at our wedding. Their communication style was clear and reassuring - they asked clarifying questions to ensure they understood our preferences and made us feel confident they would execute everything perfectly. The quality of their work and value was great - the DJ listened closely, paused when needed, and incorporated all the special song requests and event announcements I had provided. They played our special songs at just the right moments and helped our reception flow smoothly with their professionalism. We were thrilled with how Nationwide Wedding DJs contributed to making our wedding day so memorable.
Maddie M., 10 months ago
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Richards Entertainment | Interactive Saxophonist 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Darien, CT
  • Offer

Matthew Richards is a professional interactive saxophonist. He is the top sought after saxophonist in America. Matthew specializes in offering fun unforgettable live entertainment for Weddings. Having performed for hundreds of Weddings, client's reviews highlight Matthew's Energy, Talent, and Engagement. He is dedicated to making your vision come to life. He also values the relationship with his clients, having an amazing record in exceeding expectations. In hiring Matthew, expect your Wedding to be unforgettable! Matthew's client center approach, his passion & love for music will greatly add value to your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
If you’re on the fence with hiring a saxophonist, just do it and make sure it’s Matt! He was absolutely incredible and working seamlessly with us and our DJ. He has a WIDE range he can cover and is extremely inclusive engaging with all kinds of guests at your wedding. Our guests have not stopped talking about how great Matt was and he was truly a highlight of our night!
Juliana S., 5 months ago
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DJ KDOT LIM 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Darien, CT

Based out of Brooklyn, NY, DJ KDOT LIM (Kevin Lim) is a 20+ year professional open format DJ that brings a unique blend of nightlife, wedding, & event experience to the wedding process and day-of. With a DJ style thats both engaging & fitting at all times, he understands not only what to play, but how and when to play it most effectively. Whether it be mainstream or alternative music, there will be dancing (and singing) ensuring your celebration is unforgettable. In addition to providing DJ services & sound equipment, Kevin will provide MC services, making any announcements and introductions throughout your reception.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring DJ KDOT LIM (Kevin) was the best decision we made when going through the process of hiring our vendors. I am very particular about my music and it was a TOP priority that we worked with someone that understood our vibe, vision, and overall music selection for our big day. He was such a pro and knew what to ask for our venue's AV set up, music prep, and even attending rehearsal which was totally optional for him to join. Kevin understood everything from the timing of the music for the processional, and most importantly my big entrance down the aisle. When it was time to party, he spun all the tunes I requested and also went above and beyond to DJ the most FUN set ever!!! One of my highlights from the day was my husband and I dancing to one of our favorite house tracks that I didn't even request. He just had the perfect song queued up for the right time!!! I can't imagine what the day would have been without him. He had all our guests up and dancing including my parents and uncles and aunties. The vibes were immaculate!!! Above all, his personality is so kind and chill which is the kind of person you want to be working with for such a big life event. I cannot highly recommend him enough!
Monica, 2 years ago
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MC Fish Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Darien, CT

Whether it be subdued, elegant, wild or crazy, together we will work to come up with the perfect complement of planning and entertainment for your big event! We handle much more than just your music. We coordinate with all of your vendors or book them for you to make sure we’re all on the same page. We help in the various planning stages of your day and even “coach” a little when asked! Most people don’t plan events like this every day, yet we have done hundreds and we are confident we can help YOU make your special day, one of a kind.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Fish worked with us each step of the way to make sure the music and entertainment at our wedding was top notch. He offered amazing advice and guidance.
Brina, 6 months ago
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IKSounds Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Darien, CT

Victor James is a lifelong New Jersey resident with a passion for music, celebration, and bringing people together. While building a successful career in computer science, Victor discovered that his true calling was creating unforgettable experiences through music. This led to the creation of IKSounds Entertainment. With a strong background in organization, planning, and attention to detail, Victor combines professionalism with high-energy entertainment to deliver seamless, stress-free events. From elegant ceremonies to packed dance floors, every celebration is carefully crafted to reflect each couple’s vision so they can enjoy their big day.

IKSounds Entertainment was an exceptional choice for our wedding entertainment. From the very first interaction, their communication was fast, honest, and detailed, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. On the day of, they were punctual and their services provided excellent value - their fair pricing and wide range of package options allowed us to find the perfect fit for our needs. IKSounds truly elevated our celebration, with their professionalism, great communication, and diverse music repertoire creating unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding band and DJ team.
Johnnie R., 3 months ago
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The Music Boutique 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Band/dj
  • Serves Darien, CT

INSPIRED MUSIC FOR EXCEPTIONAL MOMENTS! We approach every event with the same thought: People Remember Great Live Music! Whether you're creating an elegant & upscale atmosphere, or something fun & funky – the right live music makes a huge impact and creates a lasting memory for your guests! From our upscale, elegant String Trios, to our fun & funky Jazz groups – we play all the hits from Bach to Bruno Mars, Billie Holiday to Beyonce, Nat Cole to Coldplay, and Sinatra to Stevie Wonder! As a boutique collective, we customize each ensemble and setlist based on your vision, so your wedding day feels uniquely like your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Music Boutique was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Scott was extremely helpful and responsive, and always providing us with great ideas, suggestions, and guidance to make our day special. We had a duo playing for our ceremony and during the cocktail hour and then we had a small 3 person band playing for our reception. And it was the perfect amount of people. We had spoken to some other bands and they all kept saying we need some big band for the reception, but since we were having less than 100 people at the wedding, we didn’t think it made sense to have like a 10 person band, it just seemed like it would overwhelm the whole wedding. And we knew we wanted a band component since my father plays guitar and I had a feeling would want to play a song at some point. Then we spoke with Scott, he seemed to understand our vision of having a small band. He loved the idea of my father playing a song, and made suggestions on when was the perfect time for him to play, and even laughed along with our idea of playing “September” by Earth, Wind, and Fire, over and over again, since we were getting married on “the 21st night of September” (we did not do this)! The day of the band was amazing! They even took the time to learn our first dance song, which was a fairly unknown track, and played it beautifully, and surprised us with playing it. Since we thought it was just going to be a recorded version of the song. That was very special to us! And they were more than happy to let my dad play his song to us. Overall, the band's performance was lively and engaging, and they kept our guests dancing all night long. We couldn't have asked for a better band to help make our wedding celebration so memorable, and couldn’t have done it with Scott!
Amy C., 2 years ago
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Elation Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Darien, CT

Elation is defined as extreme, exhilarating joy, and the emotion of great happiness. I chose the name to reflect the high level of service provided and the satisfaction our clients experience. Music has been the center of my life for as long as I can remember. Over the last 20 years, I've performed at hundreds of weddings and private celebrations, held residencies at local bars and clubs, and livestreamed mixshows online. Every one of those experiences shapes how I show up for your wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
John is an amazing DJ . Having him from the moment we chose him to the day of our wedding having the monthly check ins really helped make the process easier. One thing we really loved is he played all our request. He worked around our schedule, using video chat to finalize everything was great ! He has his own website accommodated to you where you can add any music you want through YouTube etc worked out well with our wide variety of genres our guests liked. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ and person to help make our day special. You will not be disappointed ! Answered all our questions in a timely manner and extremely kind and thoughtful We will look to hire him for any party’s we have going forward. Thank you John !
Amanda B., 2 years ago
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Perrone Bros. Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Production company
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Darien, CT

Perrone Bros. Entertainment is the premier event production company in NY. Featuring the area's most exciting party band, Naked Soul (6X "Best Live Band" winner in Westchester Magazine from 2014 - 2019), we also offer specialty ensembles, soloists, DJs, and performance artists as well as live sound, lighting design, video/multimedia production, lounge furniture, photo booths, and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
Naked Soul (led by Tony and Tom Perrone) absolutely ROCKED at our wedding! Tons of friends and family told us during and afterwards that they were the best wedding band they'd seen, and we might be biased, but we agree wholeheartedly. They were also pretty great to work with, and as a result music was one of the least stressful parts of planning and one of the best memories of the event. The planning process was extremely professional — we had a few calls with Tony to talk over the vibe we were going for in the ceremony, cocktail hour, and dance floor. They sent over a list of a couple hundred songs in their repertoire and we picked 20 or so to anchor their idea of what we were looking for and selected our processionals, recessional, first dance, and parent-child dances. Our first dance was not on their list but they learned it and killed it in their performance. Our venue was a little non-traditional (relatively small room for the dance floorband) and we weren't sure that a full band was going to work in the space, but Tony put us at ease and pulled it off amazingly. One of the points Tony made in the run-up was that the songs we were picking were recommendations, not a set list. The band was going to follow the vibe and play more of whatever style was working with the crowd. This made it so much easier for us to pick songs, and in the end they played a lot of stuff that wasn't in our pics but went over better than we could have dreamed. I never thought I'd say that the best songs at my wedding were from the Backstreet Boys, Spice Girls, and Black Eyed Peas. They knew their audience and the place went wild when they played Everybody (Backstreet's Back). The range of songs that a 10-piece band with a full array of vocalists can pull off is wild. Anyway, 10/10, would book again. If you're in the New York area and looking for a party we can't recommend Perrone Bros/Naked Soul highly enough. Bonus, these pics were taken by Tony and posted to their Instagram after the event.
Madeline and G., a year ago
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Golden Scroll Soloists 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Ceremony only
  • Serves Darien, CT

The Golden Scroll Soloists have been wowing Northeast audiences with a variety of styles for 20 years, melding familiar songs you love into an elegant string quartet experience. We helped popularize the "crossover string quartet", much like the Vitamin String Quartet, during the early days of classical crossover. Our style, now made mainstream by Bridgerton, predated the Netflix hit show by 15 years. We're ready to play for your ceremony, your cocktail hour, or maybe even your reception. Choose from a string quartet, string trio, string duo, or violin soloist. Let's start planning the soundtrack to your happily ever after!

Awarded Best of Zola
Kevin and Golden Scroll Soloists were our favorite vendors that we worked with for our wedding! I would highly recommend them. They're so easy to work with, flexible, and learned a beautiful piece I had selected for my dance with my dad. We hired them for the entirety of our wedding - pre-ceremony, ceremony, and reception. Their music was a highlight of the whole day. Our guests kept coming up to us and saying how incredible the music was. They were so surprised what string instruments could sound like. I cannot say enough good things about them.
Laura M., 10 months ago