Scottish or Irish Wedding Bands and DJs in Portland, ME

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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment

5.0

Alpha, NJ
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Portland, ME

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!

The band was amazing. The musicians were excellent, they played together as a solid unit, they did a fantastic job and I received many compliments about them throughout the night and questions about how I found them! Not only was the music wonderful, but the band members were also courteous, kind, and professional. The company was easy to work with.
Lauren B., 9 months ago
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Music on the Move

5.0

Salem, NH
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Portland, ME

We are so excited to have won Best of Zola two years running. We are a small, personalized mobile DJ business that entertains weddings all over New England. We work with you to design your reception using your preferences as a guide and our weddings are never cookie-cutter. In addition to DJ services, we can also supply fun portable Photo Booths, professional wireless uplighting, and unique Audio Guestbooks.

Awarded Best of Zola
Justin just DJ'd our wedding reception this past Saturday and it was everything we hoped for. He was very organized about asking questions and all the nuances that come along with the music and emcee-ing of one of the most important nights in our lives. He coordinated with the event space staff as well as us and his ability to feel the room and make smart decisions on the spot is something you can't really teach you just hope for the best, and carry a memory of the long list of DJs that failed at that all the way back to middle school dances. Beyond happy to report where countless others have failed, he succeeded with flying colors.
Ryan, 2 years ago
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Lindsay Straw: Singer & Acoustic Guitarist

4.9

Somerville, MA
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $375
  • Serves Portland, ME

Mixing evocative Celtic songs with upbeat Americana folk and acoustic covers, Lindsay Straw delivers a soundtrack in a warm alto voice with intricate guitar and Irish bouzouki accompaniment. With over 250 weddings under her belt, she loves working with couples to provide the perfect folky playlist tailored to their tastes and needs. She provides her own sound gear and can accommodate new song requests. She's open to weddings all over New England.

We hired Lindsay and her whole band The Ivy Leaf for our wedding. They were amazing to work with and added so much to our event. Our wedding was very small and included many unique/unusual elements which we wanted to integrate with music. Lindsay was willing to have an additional meeting with us within the month before our wedding and review it all. Their music set the scene when our guests arrived, was an integral part of our ceremony and then provided half an hour of music for dancings—everything from traditional jigs to Beatles covers and they even learned our first dance song (for a small fee which was totally worth it). Reasons to hire them: • They are so talented and sound amazing! Their music brought a magical feel to our wedding! • They are very flexible and happy to customize the set list to what you envision, but they also have ideas and we totally trusted them to pick music for certain parts which they did perfectly. (That is to say if you have a specific idea of what you want they will happily do it, and if you have no idea you don't have to worry as they know what to do!) • They are young passionate musicians which shows in their music and presence. • Lindsay stays in great communication leading up to the event and lays out everything clearly. Planning with them was a breeze which is very important for brides! Bottom line--they were amazing and I can't even imagine having hired anyone else. If you want your ceremony or cocktail hour to have a magical atmosphere, hire them!
Maureen, 3 months ago
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Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki Trio

5.0

Canterbury, NH
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Portland, ME

Want to set a mellow, thoughtful mood for your ceremony? Or to entertain your guests with lively fiddle music during your cocktail hour? Perhaps you're looking for an alternative to the traditional wedding band, and you'd like to dance the night away to Celtic folk songs and foot-stompin' fiddle tunes? Or all of the above? Jordan has been performing at weddings for over a decade, solo and with bands of varying size to fit your budget.

Awarded Best of Zola
I would recommend Jordan and his band again and again!! Working with Jordan was so seamless and wonderful!! He took great care in understanding our vision for our wedding and got on board immediately, asking all the right questions so he could deliver flawlessly. We hired the whole trio and oh my gosh, they are truly exceptional!! AND have an incredible range, meaning they can bring the soul to any event you throw at them. We asked Jordan and his trio to play background instrumental for cocktail hour, upbeat dance music after dessert, and we also asked for them to play for our ceremony, which melted the hearts of everyone in attendance. The presence, ease, and humility Jordan brings is unique among musicians, and the mark of a great one. If you have the chance to book Jordan TW, do not miss it! We could not have found anyone better to create with! Pure magic. We are so grateful!
Oakley, 2 years ago
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Don't Stop the Party Entertainment

5.0

Lebanon, ME
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,095
  • Serves Portland, ME

Don't Stop the Party Entertainment was established on December 23rd, 2014. However, the company has experience in wedding entertainment since 1986. We have been creating just the right atmosphere and providing peace of mind for everything from elegant country weddings to all-night dance fests. We have several options available to you, to suit any budget and to make every wedding unique. We’ve got backup equipment, insurance for every event, DJs & MCs, support staff on call, and over 80 years of combined experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
They delivered exactly what we were hoping, had the perfect amount of presence, and kept everyone dancing all night long! They are so thorough and professional, it made planning a breeze. Their client portal was so helpful for my spouse and I to plan to a T the mood we wanted to set for the evening. I would definitely recommend!!!
Monica T., 2 years ago
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DJ Thrilla | Weddings + Events

5.0

Boston, MA
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Portland, ME

When having a smooth and stress free wedding with the best possible music is your priority, look no further. Arthur also known as DJ Thrilla specializes in working with you on your music selections, seamlessly mixing and classy MCing that guarantees to pack the dance floor.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Thrilla (Arthur) was an incredible presence at our wedding. His energy and vibe is unmatched. I have been to over 15 weddings throughout my lifetime and our party could not be stopped. I (the bride) am Greek and the groom is Irish. DJ Thrilla was able to incorporate both Greek dancing music and classic wedding hits into the mix. The wedding guests were on the dance floor for a full 4 hours. It was truly a night to remember! OPA! He even sent us a 1 minute wedding video compiling multiple snippets of dancing from our special night. Hell of a bonus.
Krista and G., 2 years ago
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The Poor Cousins

5.0

Perkinsville, VT
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Portland, ME

Husband and wife duo, The Poor Cousins, combine intimate, nourishing songs and gutsy tunes in an easy-going style. On fiddle, Naomi finds sounds both fiery and flowing, blending seamlessly with Emmet's rhythmic and elegant guitar back-up. The duo performs various styles including classical, popular tunes, and American, Irish and all Celtic fiddle music. In addition to playing at many weddings and events in the New York City / New England area the duo have performed in many countries around the world, both together and separately.

Awarded Best of Zola
These two were so talented and the music so beautiful! They were both so kind and communicative throughout the whole process. They even learned a song for our first dance! Very HIGHLY recommended!
Alise, 2 years ago
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Mass Bay DJ Entertainment

5.0

Scituate, MA
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Portland, ME

Mass Bay DJ is a premier music entertainment company servicing Massachusetts and Greater New England. Whether you are planning your wedding day, a function for your business, school dance, or simply a backyard birthday party, we can provide you with the best musical entertainment you can find. It is our goal to have your guests bobbing their heads, tapping their toes, and dancing until the lights come up at the end of your event. We want your guests to tell you that your event was one of the the best and most fun that they have ever attended. Contact us to see if we can turn your event into a memory that lasts a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mike was so easy to work with. We wanted to have a party atmosphere for our wedding reception and he totally nailed it! Great variety of music while staying true to us and exactly what we pictured dancing to all night! Mike was also super accommodating and flexible when I was a bit overwhelmed during the reception. I highly recommend working with Mass Bay DJ and will definitely reach out to Mike again if I have a similar party/DJ need in the future!
Madeline K., 9 months ago
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Ice Entertainment And Events

5.0

Danvers, MA
  • DJ
  • Serves Portland, ME

I am a full time DJ, with over 20 years experience serving New England. I specialize in Weddings and offer these services: DJ, Ceremony sound, Ceremony Officiant, Photo Booth, Uplighting, Monogram Lighting, Projection, Karaoke, Music Bingo and Trivia. I love working with my clients to make sure that their Wedding or Event is perfect and everything they ever wanted.

Jimmy did incredible!! He was so easy to work with and kept us on our timeline. He was helpful in so many ways. He really kept the party going & worked in all of our song requests! The photo booth was SOOOO much fun! Would 110% book him for a future event.
Michaela D., 2 years ago
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Jam Event Djs

5.0

West Boylston, MA
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Portland, ME

With only one chance to get it right for your wedding in Massachusetts, our team never fails! We provide you with the custom-tailored Wedding you dream up! We provide professional wedding entertainment services in Massachusetts and surrounding areas. Don't you want the best for your wedding? Make sure your guests remember your wedding as the best they have ever been to. Hire a professional wedding DJ from JAM Event DJs.

We booked JAM Event DJs for our wedding in September (2023) and worked with Mark Senior Jr. He did a fantastic job, kept everything running smoothly and on time, and the dance floor was packed all night. Planning our night was super easy with the online portal, and Mark was really easy to work with, quick to respond to all of our questions, and went the extra mile to make sure our ceremony and reception were planned the way we wanted. We also got the photobooth and it was a total hit, and the pictures came out so great! The quality and value Mark provided was BEYOND a 10/10. Thank you for helping make our day so amazing Mark!!
Deanna B., 5 months ago
Sounds By DJ Lendy

5.0

Rochester, NH
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Portland, ME

Sounds By DJ Lendy is a wedding and events DJ based in Rochester, New Hampshire. DJ Lendy has the talent and experience you need to create the perfect soundtrack for your wedding celebration. He can get your guest on their feet and onto the dance floor, and his commitment to excellent customer service is second to none. DJ Lendy will work closely with you to ensure that your party reflects your unique style and love story. Your special day deserves nothing less than the very best, and DJ Lendy can’t wait to show you what he can do for you.

DJ Lendy was great! Professional, quick with communication and he really made sure to help us be less nervous
Stacy & J., 3 months ago
Casco Bay Strings

5.0

Biddeford, ME
  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Portland, ME

My name is Sam Schuth, and I founded Casco Bay Strings in 2022 after over a decade performing for weddings as a freelancer. My mission is to provide the highest quality live string music, with responsive, friendly and streamlined customer service. I've used my experience in the field to build a list of stellar players, amazing pop song arrangements, all the while staying attuned to the needs of the clients. Want to wow your guests with high-quality music, while barely lifting a finger yourself? Get in touch with Casco Bay Strings today!

My husband and I have long appreciated string instruments and they were the perfect touch to make our day special. I felt very listened to as a bride and they have a great selection. They were also willing to do an outside ceremony pending weather so that was awesome! Very professional and pleasant to work with.
Jessica and S., 7 months ago
Loving Cup Band

5.0

Franklin, MA
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Portland, ME

We are a fantastic 6 piece wedding band with years of wedding experience, who provide stellar service and a party your friends and family will talk about. We are 6 piece band plus pro sound and pro sound tech, stage lights, dj, and break music. In addition we can provide sound for ceremony and cocktail hour as well as small combinations of our musicians to perform ceremony or cocktail.

Loving Cup played our wedding and really brought the party, keeping people on the dance floor all night. Right from the start Colleen was amazing to work with - from guidance on timing the reception to last minute support for cocktail hour music. Their catalogue is extensive with an amazing variety of genres and worked with us to create our perfect ceremony and reception. They brought such incredible energy and nailed every song - I'm still getting compliments from guests. If you want to dance the night away this is the band for you (also please invite us)!
Allison and B., 2 years ago
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Affordable Elegance Music
Beverly, MA
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Portland, ME

Affordable Elegance String Ensemble is a collaborative ensemble of experienced professional musicians dedicated to bringing the beauty of live string performances to weddings and nuptials alike. Our high level of knowledge and experience allows us to provide an elegant performance that enhances the atmosphere of your special day. Music for your nuptials/wedding can be chosen from our vast repertoire (classical and non-classical) or, should you choose to add a personal touch, we can arrange any music for your event. We love to perform current music and would be happy to provide an arrangement of a piece for a nominal fee.

Adam’s Live Music & DJ Services
Madawaska, ME
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Portland, ME

Adam’s Live Music & Dj Services specializes in providing the perfect combination of Live Acoustic and DJ music for your wedding day and is based out of Maine. Adam loves to keep a busy schedule so that his skills are always sharp. He does this by maintaining his status as a DJ and also as a Working Acoustic Musician, and has provided Live Ceremony/Cocktail /Dinner Music.

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The Hook Club

5.0

New York, NY
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Portland, ME for additional fees

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
Hiring The Hook Club was one of the best wedding decisions we made! They were incredible to work with!!! They are extremely talented, and brought such incredible, fun, high energy to our wedding. The Hook Club's extensive music planning worksheet allowed us to stay very organized and ensure all of our favorite music selections were played throughout the night. Guests of all ages mentioned how amazing The Hook Club was, and they made our wedding truly special. The team is communicative, fun-loving, professional, and experienced. I highly recommend The Hook Club!!
Evin E., 7 months ago
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Get Down Tonight Entertainment, Inc.

5.0

Salem, NH
  • DJ
  • Starts at $695
  • Serves Portland, ME for additional fees

Get Down Tonight Entertainment, Inc. is proud to represent a select group of award-winning DJ/entertainers and musicians, specialty lighting and effects and a variety of photo booth options. Our entertainers have performed around the US, the Caribbean and Europe.

Awarded Best of Zola
Stop your search now and hire Ryan Todt as your DJ! If we could give him more than 5 stars we absolutely would! We had such a wonderful experience working with Ryan. From day one he was incredibly attentive and worked with us for hours to make sure he understood what we wanted. He checked in often with us to make sure we were doing well throughout the process. He even mixed our first dance song for us when we wanted some cuts put in and it came out BEAUTIFULLY! He kept the dance floor full the whole night, and listened very clearly to what we wanted/didn't want for the night. He made some incredible mixes that we and our guests loved. He is incredibly talented! He made our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception run flawlessly, which helped make our day absolutely perfect. We could not have been more happy with Ryan as our DJ! Thank you Ryan!!
Audrey, 7 months ago
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BEG Event Group

5.0

Winchester, MA
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,949
  • Serves Portland, ME for additional fees

Your wedding day is all about you, and the music should be no different. You found the person you are going to spend the rest of your life with, we provide the music and memories that will last that lifetime. Regardless of your taste, variety, and audio aesthetic, we will provide the soundtrack for your most special night.

Awarded Best of Zola
There is no one else we would want as our DJ! Drew and his team, far and away, exceeded everything for our wedding! From the moment my wife and I started working with Drew we knew we were going to hire him! He was with us throughout the entire process, made everything so easy, and was always an email or phone call away! Please look no further and connect with BEG, you have found your DJ!
Tom P., 7 months ago
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DJ Herbert Holler

5.0

Bronx, NY
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Portland, ME for additional fees

Herbert Holler is one of the most recognized, in-demand DJs in New York City and beyond. He specializes in providing the perfect music for your wedding, be it the frenzied dance floor of your reception, the conversation-friendly ambiance of your cocktail hour, or the serene, magical moments of your ceremony. He uses his 25-plus years of event-production experience, extensive knowledge of popular music, 20-plus years of full-time, professional, late-night club and private-event deejaying history, and an uncanny knack for reading party guests to keep you and all of your loved ones happy and having a blast. Holler at Herbert today!

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Herbert Holler had everyone up and dancing. He knows how to "read" his audience. We got raves about him from lots of our friends. He also did a great job with the background music for the quieter times.
Phoebe G., a year ago
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Your Way DJ

5.0

Manchester, NH
  • DJ
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Portland, ME for additional fees

I have been in the business for over 40 years. My passion for music helps me provide my clients the best experience possible. Pricing that is affordable is important to me. As one client posted in a review , "He cares more about the people, than the money" I give every client my very best in my service. With so many having ceremonies in one location and a reception in an other, I am capable of providing music for both locations. My clients wishes come first, from special moments to a dvd choreographed to your special music projected while you take the dance floor for that special First Dance. These are just some of the service provided.

Awarded Best of Zola
Very easy to talk with, great communication. He did an awesome job at our wedding in October! Gerry helped make sure other vendors were on the same page for a smooth timeline and everyone had an amazing time at the reception. Seriously worth every penny, and his prices are more than reasonable.
Kendra N., 5 months ago
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Astrograss

5.0

Beacon, NY
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Portland, ME for additional fees

We have been performing as a band since 2003, when Jordan Shapiro formed the band with some close musician friends in Brooklyn, NY. Since then, the band has performed at hundreds and hundreds of concerts, weddings, festivals, parties, kids birthday parties, and various other kinds of family oriented events. We have an extensive songlist of over 300 songs, drawing from all styles of music, including traditional folk/bluegrass, as well as classic rock, pop, jazz and country. The band has also released 3 full length albums of original music, ranging from progressive bluegrass/newgrass instrumentals to goofy kids songs.

Awarded Best of Zola
All of our guests commented that the music at our wedding was lovely and really tied the whole event together. Our venue did not allow DJ's or amplified sound and Astrograss had no problem playing everything acoustically. They were really great communicating before our event. They learned 5 songs at our request and let us pick plenty others for them to play from their extensive repertoire. They even coordinated with our friend (who is a singer) who wanted to sing something for us which ended up being one of the highlights of the night.
Naomi B., 8 months ago
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The Violin Kat

5.0

Boston, MA
  • Solo performer
  • Serves Portland, ME for additional fees

"I am an eclectic wedding violinist based in the Worcester-Boston area of Massachusetts. I perform for wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, dinner receptions, first dances, and dance receptions. I enjoy learning my clients' favorite songs so that their wedding day feels extra special. I am able to play a variety of different music genres (top 100 hits, music from Bridgerton, hip hop, R&B, EDM, rock, big band, & classical) and can perform on my electric violin with your DJ for your reception. I am able to provide my own Bose sound system which can be battery-operated for outdoor areas."

Kathryn is my GO TO live musician for all of my couples. She's a super talented violinist and an absolute dream to work with. So accomodating, professional, organized, and kind. It's so much fun to see the guests enjoy her music - especially when she plays more modern music that people aren't typically used to hearing on the violin. She's the perfect fit for a sweet and romantic ceremony followed by a lively and upbeat cocktail hour. She's even played full receptions at some of my events! I highly recommend working with Kathryn!
Nicole Mower, 4 years ago
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Vibeology IA

5.0

Belmont, MA
  • DJ
  • Serves Portland, ME for additional fees

Music is a lifeblood of life's journey: a universal language that invokes emotion and creates memories; and when thoughtfully and passionately curated into a soundtrack, custom-tailored to specifications, preferences and tastes, the outcome is truly magical, noteworthy, and filled with joy, sentiment, and connection. For over 30 years, DJ Denise LaCarubba | Vibeology IA has aligned with clients to create and present soundtracks for weddings, fashion shows, fundraisers, corporate, international and private events.

Denise is amazing! During our DJ search for our wedding, my (now) husband and I came across Denise very early in our search. And I’m so happy that we did! Faced with the fact that we needed to find someone who would get (and keep) both of our dance-happy families on the dance floor, it was daunting to find the perfect fit for us and for the celebration to follow. We had to rely heavily on reviews to narrow down our search…but that only gets you so far when you want to feel the energy. In a leap of faith, we reached out to Denise. After that first meeting, we never looked back! It was easy to just spend time talking to Denise. She was our hype-lady from day one, working with our schedules from planning to the meticulous execution of the wedding day. She was patient with our indecisiveness on which instrumental version of our procession song we wanted (weeks of samples, back and forth, and for us to ultimately pick the first version she shared). As a planner, I very much appreciated Denise’s attention to detail. She combed through every detail with us well beforehand, so that she didn’t have any questions the day of the wedding. I cannot recommend this Lady DJ enough! She helped make our day so special and effortlessly kept people on the dance floor until the lights came on.
Michael I., a year ago
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All That Events DJ-Up Lighting-Photo Booth

5.0

Boston, MA
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Portland, ME

Zeke and Sheila have worked extremely hard to maintain their high quality and attention to customer service. In order to maintain their excellent rapport with customers, the Aleman family has hand picked the best talent in each region to work for their exclusive boutique company. Keeping a small staff who can identify with their clients and provide the next level in concierge style service, has been met with a great response from both clients and the event industry and has garnished them many industry and client awards!

We just used All That Events for our wedding on July 9th and everything was executed perfectly! DJ Craig kept everyone dancing all night and the uplighting gave the purple pop I dreamed of! The photo booth was so fun and they had so many props that our guests all had fun with. A special shout out to Sheila who was so attentive and amazing the whole process. I can’t say enough good things about her and the company as a whole!
Jessy, 2 years ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Portland, ME

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Portland, ME?

Live bands typically range from $1,000 to $18,500, averaging at $4,200. DJs range from $299 to $3,500 and average at $1,500. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $100!

Ultimately, the cost will depend on the number of hours booked, and in the case of live bands, how many musicians are in the band.

Do bands and DJs typically play the entire party from start to finish?

It depends! 85% of bands and DJs in Portland, ME cover cocktail hour and 86% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 70% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

Do most bands learn new songs if you ask them to?

70% of bands in Portland, ME will learn new songs! Make sure you ask about the lead time they need to learn and rehearse something new.

What are the most popular bands and DJs in Portland, ME?

The most popular bands in Portland, ME are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, The Creswell Club and LUCKY 13. The most popular DJs are Dj Thrilla, Get Down Tonight Entertainment, Inc. and Go Event Group - Go DJ.

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