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198 Wedding Bands & DJs in Manhattan, NY

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All In Entertainment 
Rating: 4.9 (34 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

All In Entertainment is an award winning New Jersey wedding DJ company providing high energy wedding receptions, professional MC services, ceremony music, and custom lighting thrououghout all of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and everywhere in between!

Awarded Best of Zola
All In Entertainment was the perfect choice for our wedding entertainment. From the beginning, their communication was prompt, professional, and efficient. The team was receptive to our feedback and brought a spirited, energetic, and creative energy to our reception. Annthony, our DJ, did an amazing job setting the vibe and getting our guests on the dance floor all night long. We are so grateful to have had All In Entertainment be a part of our special day.
Katie S., a year ago
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Seductionz Soundz Entertainment & Services 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Seductionz Soundz Ent. is a full-service wedding entertainment and production company dedicated to creating unforgettable celebrations. Our mission is to provide exceptional customer service from your first inquiry to your event day, ensuring a seamless experience. With over 15 years of experience, we deliver high-quality music that keeps your guests on the dance floor. We take the time to understand your vision and bring it to life with professionalism and energy, turning your wedding into one amazing, memorable event. At Seductionz Soundz Ent., we don’t just play music, we create experiences, turning your wedding into one AMAZING event.

Awarded Best of Zola
Seductionz Soundz made my dream wedding come to life in the most beautiful and unforgettable way. From the moment we connected, Tiffany was phenomenal — her organization, calm presence, and dedication made me feel cared for every step of the way. She listened to my vision, reassured me when I had concerns, and made sure every detail was handled with love and precision. My wedding was in the garden at The Grand Marquis, outdoors during the day, and I dreamed of walking on clouds for my entrance. Because of the wind, I was told it might not be possible. But Tiffany, DJ Dave, and MC Kevin made it happen for me anyway. The moment I walked in surrounded by clouds was truly magical — like something out of a dream — and it is a memory I will cherish forever. DJ Dave and MC Kevin brought amazing energy, kept the flow perfect, and made sure every moment was seamless and full of joy. Even though it was a daytime wedding, the celebration felt full of life, excitement, and emotion. They didn’t just play music — they created an atmosphere. This team didn’t only provide entertainment — they created memories, moments, and emotions that will stay with me forever. They genuinely cared, and it showed. I would recommend Seductionz Soundz, Tiffany, DJ Dave, and MC Kevin to any bride who wants a team that delivers excellence with heart.
Sharon F., 6 months ago
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The Hook Club 
Rating: 5.0 (118 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Based in New York City, The Hook Club is one of the tri-state area's most exciting and unique wedding bands. Owned and operated by a tight-knit community of musicians, they are known for their attention to every musical detail and the professionalism they bring to every event. Their unconventional group has mastered the art of creating a great dance party that keeps guests on the dance floor all night and then humming the songs the next day!

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved working with The Hook Club. Our amazing planner, Greenhouse Events, recommended THC, and we were sold immediately after meeting with Dan. He is super relaxed, nice, and so knowledgable. Dan and THC team made planning super easy for us. They took time to hear about our hopes and helped recommend different band sizes for us. We hadn’t heard of a DJ band before, but loved the idea of some live music with the versatility to play all sorts of music, but our venue wasn’t very big and we also didn’t want to break the bank and hire a huge band. We chose the 4 piece DJ band with singer, sax, drums, and DJ. We knew we LOVED the sax, so we also had the sax play for cocktail hour (shout out to Elijah, who was amazing), and it was one of the best parts of the night. For planning music, they sent out a very detailed and thorough spreadsheet with more songs than one could imagine, and we could rate ones we liked the most, choose ones we definitely wanted or didn't, and choose specific songs for important moments. We met a couple times to review music choices as well. One of our biggest fears with a DJ was that they'd talk too much and be a little annoying, but Dan did a great job as MC, and was very low-key like we asked but announced important moments clearly. Dan and all the musicians had such great energy and got everyone on the dance floor. Our vocalist, Christen, was also amazing — her voice was spectacular, and she was such an amazing performer and got everyone involved in the music and dancing. So many people told us how much they loved the music and the energy, and had never heard of a DJ band but thought it was an amazing concept and the addition of live music over tracks added extra excitement and fun. THC also helped out with lighting (uplights and dance lights), and worked with our fantastic planner and the venue to help us decide the best setup. Ultimately, we loved working with THC. Their DJ-band setup is unique and adds so much variety to your music while allowing for some of the energy that comes from live performers. We danced the night away and had an absolute blast. 100% would recommend THC to anyone!
Ella C., a year ago
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Sweet Harmony Live Music: serving your local area nationwide! 
Rating: 5.0 (89 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $420
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

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
DJ Peter Piper 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Music has always been my way of connecting with people. I’ve spent years DJing weddings and private events where the right song changes the whole room. I love working with couples who care about how their night feels and want their guests to feel included and alive in the moment. I do this because there is nothing better than seeing a room full of people celebrating together to music that feels like it was made for them.

Working with DJ Peter Piper (Peter Toussaint) was one of the BEST decisions we made!! We literally lost count of the number of people who told us afterwards that Peter was the best wedding DJ they had ever heard! Guests of all ages loved the mix he created and he had an amazing intuition for which song should come next and how to perfectly blend them together! People were on the dance floor literally the whole night and it was a blast getting to dance with everyone for such a long time. Peter was punctual, communicative and friendly throughout the whole process. Before the event, Peter had several calls with us, just to make sure he totally understood the flow of the evening and was happy to make any announcements we requested throughout the night. We gave him two Spotify playlists in advance, and he played many of the songs we suggested while adding several other songs we hadn't thought of ourselves but fit our vibe perfectly. It's also clear he LOVES his job and his energy and enthusiasm was infectious as he danced along in the DJ booth. We really hope he will be DJ-ing at other weddings we attend, because he certainly knows how to set a phenomenal vibe and throw an unforgettable party!!!!
Joanna N., 10 months ago
DJ Lucas Walters 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Lucas Walters is a DJ, creative director, event producer, and restaurateur. With an ethos rooted in music, culture, hospitality, and experience, Lucas’ client portfolio spans Fortune 500 companies, Industry leaders and mavericks, Austrian royalty, couples madly in love, and individuals who love to dance. He’s provided creative services and musical direction for weddings, international conferences, corporate events, retreats, films, some of the world's most beloved nightclubs, and underground music events and festivals.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had Lucas DJ our wedding in Holbox recently. It was originally scheduled for March of 2020, but we had to cancel and move to Jan 2022. He was a true professional and so wonderful! He made himself available for our new date and didn’t even change his rate (even though he very well could have and all our other vendors did). At the wedding, he was incredible and created the most amazing vibe on the dance floor! The most common comment of the night from everyone, including myself: “I have had to pee for hours but don’t want to leave and miss a song!” He also made the most beautiful remixes of Persian dance numbers and other bangers (I am Iranian and my husband is Irish Catholic). Every single guest was on the dance floor for every single minute. On a personal note, he is also just an awesome and nice person. The best money spent for our entire wedding. I can’t recommend him enough and hope to hire him for every party we ever have!
Shirin M., 4 years ago
Lavandula Strings 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Lavandula Strings produces live wedding music that shapes the feeling of your day from the first note of the ceremony through the final moments of your celebration. Serving Colorado, New York City, and Monterey Bay CA (Monterey, Carmel, & Big Sur), our ensemble is known for their exceptional performances, thoughtful repertoire, polished presentation, and a collaborative planning process that makes music one of the easiest parts of wedding preparation.

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved working with Lavandula Strings. Joy was amazing! So kind, quick to respond, and genuinely cared about making everything perfect for us. She helped us pick the right music and made the whole process so easy! The quartet sounded incredible. So many of our guests told us afterward how beautiful the music was and were asking us where we found them! You can really tell they’re professional musicians who love what they do.
Megan & T., 7 months ago
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Matt Berman : Saxophone 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Matt Berman is a dynamic and highly skilled alto & tenor saxophonist whose exceptional talent consistently elevates both recorded tracks and live performances to remarkable heights. A proud graduate of The New School for Jazz & Contemporary Music in New York City, he had the privilege of studying under legendary musicians such as Reggie Workman, Roy Hargrove, and Bernard Purdie, gaining invaluable knowledge and experience. Throughout his career, Matt has achieved numerous highlights, including touring extensively with Brandon Flowers (The Killers) during The Desired Effect World Tour and performing at some of the world’s most iconic venues.

Awarded Best of Zola
Matt Berman is an absolute pro and a true talent on the sax! His performances bring an incredible energy to our events that is truly unmatched. Seamless collaboration, flawless execution, and always understands the importance of being a professional. Always a pleasure to work with Matt!
Dan M., 9 months ago
Quality DJ Services Inc. 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Contact Bookings Info: DJAntSmalls (at gmail dot com) | 646. 546. 4925 | www. qualitydjservices. com [Contact us by email, phone, or our website, to get DJ services within your budget] | A Party Isn't Really A Party Without A DJ Make Sure You Pick The Right One. We have experience in weddings, birthdays, corporate events, baby showers, gender reveals, milestone events, bar mitzvahs, quinceañeras, proposals, etc. We play many genres and would love to rock out at your upcoming event.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working virtually with Anthony and his team at Quality DJ Services Inc. was a truly wonderful experience. From the pricing, communication, and all-around service, they were top-notch. Anthony was truly a joy to work with - he understood exactly what we were looking for, and every genre of music played during our wedding reception was on point. The quality of their work and value provided was high, and they brought a warm, professional energy to our special day. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ company to be a part of our wedding celebration.
Allison D., 2 years ago
Great Family Artists 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Prepare to be amazed as we forge authentic bonds with our audiences, immersing ourselves in every event we undertake. Each couple and their guests are unique, and we specialize in crafting tailor-made experiences that perfectly match the atmosphere of YOUR occasion. Brace yourself for mind-blowing performances delivered by our exceptional musicians, whose talent will leave you breathless. Get ready, because the dance floor of your dreams is about to become a reality, and it’s coming your way!

GFA was INCREDIBLE!! We hired them to perform at our wedding in Vail and were truly one of the greatest highlights from our day. The set list was amazing, they kept the dance floor packed all night, and our guests still can’t stop talking about how fantastic the band was. From the beginning, the team was so communicative and easy to work with- we loved the way they built our set list using our taste of music, while still allowing us to be surprised on the day. The musicians are each amazing and so versatile, and they did such a great job keeping the party going and the crowd engaged! My husband is a musician and surprised me by playing two songs at the reception- the GFA team was so helpful in coordinating this surprise and bringing his vision to life. We truly couldn’t imagine our day without GFA. They are an absolute must book!!!
Emilee T., 8 months ago
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Gillian Berkowitz 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Gillian Berkowitz is a New York City–based pianist specializing in elegant live music for weddings and special events. Blending classical, jazz, Broadway, and contemporary styles, she creates a warm, sophisticated atmosphere tailored to each celebration. A Broadway music director and pianist, she has performed in over 50 productions, including Hamilton, Wicked, Chicago, and Mamma Mia!. Known for her calm professionalism and intuitive approach, Gillian brings artistry, flexibility, and a seamless musical experience to every event.

We couldn't have asked for a better wedding pianist than Gillian Berkowitz. From our first conversation, she was warm and easy to work with, making the entire planning process feel effortless. She arrived early on our wedding day and performed flawlessly—handling every song request, including an unconventional ceremony piece, while keeping the energy perfect for both our ceremony and reception. Our guests couldn't stop raving about her polished performance and appearance, which matched our vision exactly. Gillian communicated with us throughout planning and made sure every detail was arranged just right. She's a true professional who genuinely cares about making your day special, and we'd recommend her to any couple looking for an expert musician.
Spencer B., 7 days ago
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Blue Village Band 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

We are a local NYC Rock band that would be thrilled to help make your wedding night unforgettable for you and your guests! We wold love to work with you in curating the perfect setlist for your big night. Song requests are highly encouraged! You will also have access to our extensive song repertoire with guaranteed hits.

Super easy to work with and truly a pleasure having them. My husband and I have different music preferences which made it challenging for us to find a live ensemble, but this band was perfect. They gave us the best of both worlds! They had great sound, an incredible performance and our guests loved them. Would definitely recommend! Warmly, Gina and Esteban
Gina, a year ago
Velveteen Ensemble 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

I’m Marcel, a cellist and founder of Velveteen Ensemble | Curated by Marcel. Since 2014, I’ve hand-selected musicians to create unforgettable wedding moments. I believe live music transforms a ceremony or cocktail hour into something more meaningful than words — it’s about amplifying emotion and making memories that last a lifetime.

Marcel and his quartet performed at my wedding ceremony and for our first dance. They were remarkable. Their playing was the perfect touch to personalize the feel of our wedding, and remains a fond memory to this day. The synchrony of the cello notes to the my first dance that my husband and I choreographed is something that people still talk about to this day.
Leona K., 8 months ago
#1 Indian Wedding DJ — Serving All of USA 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

#1 Indian Wedding DJ — Serving All of USA Bollywood · Punjabi · Gujarati · Telugu · Western · Fusion Weddings · Luxury DJ & MC · Lighting · Dhol · Indian DJ Indian Wedding DJ is America’s trusted nationwide team of Indian, Desi, and South Asian wedding DJs — bringing unforgettable music, experience and energy to weddings in all 50 states for every Indian & Fusion wedding. With hundreds of weddings performed, we specialize in creating the perfect experience for Sangeet, Mehndi, Baraat, Ceremony & Receptions.

Just Cant say enough about your team, you guys rocked out. thank you for making my fusion wedding amazing, hope to see you again and will be recommending you to our family and friends circle too. thank you!! A
Stephanie K., 5 months ago
The Eturnity Band/Orchestra 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

From performing Michael Jordan’s birthday Celebration, Michael Strahan's Star-Studded Party, Time Anniversary Celebration, even weddings for real life royalty like “Heiress Ross”, Etc. Eturnity got what you need to kickstart any event into a groovin’ dance party, incorporating professional custom choreography in their stage show. The unit starts at 11 pieces, and can go high as 22 depending on the clients needs. Stars like Quincy Jones, Bill Gates, Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks, Muhammad Ali, Jerry Seinfeld, Steven Spielberg, Beyonce, Jayz, Colin Cowie, & even Presidents, etc to name a few, have witnessed and hired Eturnity to perform their events.

The Eturnity Band/Orchestra was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, they were professional, warm, and incredibly responsive to all of our questions and requests. Their quality of work and value was excellent - they worked seamlessly with our other vendors to put on a fabulous show from start to finish. The band's energy and talent kept our dance floor packed all night long, and many of our guests commented that they were the best wedding band they had ever seen. We are so grateful to the Eturnity Band/Orchestra for helping to make our special day truly unforgettable.
Lauren R., a year ago
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Tiffany Wu, Harpist 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Harpist Tiffany Wu is based in NYC and LA. Though classically trained, Tiffany enjoys a diverse career performing operas, musicals, pop standards, experimental, and more. She’s previously performed with the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra, United Nations Orchestra, and more at venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Museum of Modern Art. Her musical repertoire includes a number of classical, jazz, world, and pop tunes to ensure that she helps provide the right atmosphere for your event!

Tiffany Wu, the harpist we hired for our wedding, was absolutely amazing. Her communication style was direct, effective, and good throughout the entire process. The quality of her work was excellent, unique, and truly special. Tiffany added such a special ambiance to our ceremony and reception - I couldn't tell that it wasn't a recording, she was that good! She moved locations easily when needed, was on time, and was easily one of the top things people talked about at our wedding. I cannot say enough, she was absolutely amazing and I am so thankful we were able to have her be a part of our wedding!
Court S., a year ago
East Coast Music & Entertainment Inc. 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Being in this band since I was in High School has been a crazy ride, but also fun and gratifying for sure. East Coast is one big family and we count band members, loyal fans and now near two thousand couples to be part of that crew! We hope that such a rare track record (and perfect reviews!) reflects well on our commitment to quality, consistency and cost effectiveness. Cheers to another year!

East Coast Band performed at our wedding. We had a wide ranging age group, and ECB sent us a huge list of songs, from current all the way back to Beatles and Sinatra. For our event, ECB even had some well known names from American Idol and singers who perform in USA and Europe and on Broadway. Special selections where also included. They were most accommodating from the ceremony all the way through the reception. Everyone at the wedding, had rave reviews for ECB. We loved them and would highly recommend them.
Richard H., a year ago
Monica Re Martin 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Solo performer
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Monica Re Martin is a in-demand NYC violinist, violist and strings arranger - and the perfect contractor for your wedding! Monica performs regularly on Broadway, with the NYC Ballet, and with top artists such as Andrea Bocelli and Kygo. She can be seen playing weddings on TV shows like "Summer House" and "The Real Housewives of New Jersey." Monica is available as a solo violinist, both acoustic and electric, and as an instrumental duo, string trio, or string quartet.

I hired Monica and her quartet to play during our wedding cocktail hour! Monica was professional throughout and communicated really well with me from the moment I booked her to the day of the wedding! She offered to arrange songs for me that may not be on her very comprehensive list. We requested pop songs on strings and the vibe was perfect! I would highly recommend booking Monica to contract and play at your wedding!
Nancy Ngok, 2 years ago
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Luvdup DJs 
Rating: 5.0 (84 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

We are a WOMAN-OWNED and run boutique DJ Agency. We don't provide a cookie-cutter DJ service. We custom design the music to suit you and your fiance. We avoid the corny typical DJ experience so you get exactly what you want to hear at your wedding. We understand that DJing your event involves the perfect combination of bringing fun energy, choosing just the right music and being prepared. We always bring love and FUN to every event we are part of. We fully customize all the music and curate the day so it perfectly matches you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Gemma is truly a master at her craft--to the point I've had multiple people come to me after the wedding telling me that I had an awesome DJ! We loved that Gemma tailored the dinner and afterdinner music to our vision and I think she really understood us as people. I knew from the first conversation with her with her bubbly energy that she'd be the perfect person to work with. She truly listened to our needs or any concerns we had and also was able to think of things we hadn't since she has so much experience. She also was able to help us out with some lighting needs which was fantastic. Her energy and toptier skills really brought the whole day together and we can't thank her enough!! I'm still so honored that Gemma went so above and beyond for us-- not only did she DJ but she also was there earlier in the day to do our wedding film on Super8! Overall such a cool and unique service. Don't even hesitate booking her, you found the one! 3
Mariah L., a year ago
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On The Beat Fx 
Rating: 5.0 (65 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Whether through our DJs or our Hybrid style DJs with Live Musician Fusion, telling your love story through music is our secret to setting the perfect vibe for your wedding. We’ll effortlessly increase the energy throughout the day with curated music selections and timelines, setting the scene for the dance party you’ve always imagined by playing the right songs at the right time. Whether your dream venue is hosting your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception inside, outside, or a combination of separate rooms, we’ll have them all covered on your special day, all while staying in perfect sync with all of your vendors.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jay Murch was fabulous work with. He was a professional, his app is amazing and helped guide Megan and Brandon with how to select songs all the way through the preceremony to the end of the reception. There was even a place to provide their comments or special memories for particular songs, so that Jay could share. The photo booth was a huge hit too! What was most important to me was that everyone loved the music and Jay and commented during and after the wedding with how great he was and the music. The lighting he provided was the finishing touch! If you are planning an event, check out his work and take it from a music buff, he is worth it!!
Edie B., a year ago
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HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth 
Rating: 4.7 (63 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

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
HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth did a great job keeping our wedding reception fun and upbeat. While their communication was a bit delayed leading up to the event, they were ultimately effective in executing on the day-of. The DJ kept the party going all night with a good song selection, though they did play 3 Taylor Swift songs in a row at the start, which we would have preferred more variety. The MC's ad-libs got a little overbearing at times, but overall they did a nice job sticking to the schedule and making important announcements. We'd recommend HiMotive to other couples looking for an energetic DJ.
The R., a year ago
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Direct Entertainment DJ-PHOTO-VIDEO-BOOTHS 
Rating: 4.6 (54 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $845
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

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
Jim has been so friendly and professional throughout this entire process — he’s made this a really seamless and exciting experience! Our DJ Rick was great at reading the room and adjusting the music from our curated track list to fit the vibe we were going for (we really wanted people to work the dance floor!). Lisa helped run our Photo Booth, and it was such a blast. We just got the pictures back and they’re so fun! They really capture the feeling, which I love. If you’re looking for a DJ and Photo Booth, give Direct Entertainment a try!
Elaine K., 6 months ago
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Skylark Music 
Rating: 5.0 (50 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

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
If you are currently wedding planning and debating between the elegance of live musicians or the versatility of a DJ, stop looking and hire Justin and Skylark Music immediately. Working with Justin was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our big day. With Skylark, we effectively "had our cake and ate it too." We were initially torn because we wanted the romantic atmosphere of live instruments, but we also wanted a high-energy party with our specific favorite songs (which a band is often limited by). Plus, full bands are insanely expensive. Justin offered the perfect hybrid solution. We were able to have a stunning guitar, violin, and cello trio for our ceremony and cocktail hour, and then transition to Justin DJing the reception. It was the best of both worlds—we saved on the cost of a 10-piece band but sacrificed absolutely nothing in terms of quality or vibe. Beyond the music itself, Justin’s professionalism is unmatched. He walked us through every step of the planning process. But the true test of a vendor is how they handle stress. A couple of months before our wedding, our venue suddenly updated their outdoor music guidelines. We were in a total panic, thinking our ceremony plans were ruined. We let Justin know, and he responded immediately with a calm, "can-do" attitude. He adjusted the instrumentation to meet the new rules quickly and sorted it out without us having to lift a finger. He also went above and beyond to personalize the evening. We have a close friend who is a singer, and we wanted her to perform a couple of songs during the reception. Justin didn't hesitate; he coordinated directly with her to ensure the audio levels were perfect and the logistics were seamless. It ended up being such a special moment, and Justin made it happen effortlessly. And then, there was the party. Justin transitioned to MC/DJ duties and read the crowd perfectly. Because we chose the DJ route for the reception, we got to hear the original versions of all our favorite tracks. The dance floor was absolutely wild all night long. The energy was so high that at one point, while we were taking portraits outside, our photographer actually stopped and told us, “There is literally a rave going on inside.” From the elegant strings and the special guest performance to the absolute rager at the end, Justin executed everything perfectly. If you want a stress-free experience and a vendor who truly cares about your day, hire Skylark Music!
Timo R., 5 months ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

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
LPE was FABULOUS at our end of April wedding! My guests still talk about how fun our wedding was because of the amazing live music. All three guys that performed were so KIND, FUN, and PROFESSIONAL! They played a variety of genres and even did a song or two in Spanish. We were so impressed. We requested a sweetheart dance for just my new husband and I, and LPE sang and played it perfectly - it was so special! These guys are super talented and I would recommend them for any event that you would want people to never forget!
Ashley, 9 months ago

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