The Essentials

Category: Live Band or Ensemble

Type: Multi-piece live band

Genres: Motown/Soul

About The Essentials

THOMAS HAULARD

Manager

The Essentials are New Orleans premier soul cover band performing classics from the 50's, 60's and 70's. A living jukebox! An idea that began in the minds of Luke Hudleston and Thomas Haulard in the summer of 2010 and has grown into a 10 piece super group consisting of many musicians you already know and some you soon will! Holding true to the aesthetic style and sound of an era, we aim to play your venue or your next event. The Essentials will bring the fun to any special occasion from weddings to festivals, birthdays to bar mitzvahs.

Performance samples

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Services

Ceremony microphones and sound
Hear us live
Learning new songs
Music during breaks
Parade/baraats
Sound system capability audience <300
Sound system capability audience >300

Musical genres

Motown/Soul

Event types

After party
Cocktail hour
Wedding ceremony
Wedding reception
Welcome party

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

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LB
Linda B.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Jul 16, 2026
FANTASTIC!!!
The Essentials recently played at my son and daughter-in-law's wedding celebration. What an incredible band! Once the music started, it was a continuous dance party. So many guests commented on how talented all the musicians were and brought such joy to the evening. They were extremely professional and also were able to play some special requests for the bride and groom. Highly recommend The Essentials
THOMAS HAULARD•Jul 17, 2026
Thanks so much Linda! We had an absolute blast performing for you, Ben & Carolina, and all of your guests! We especially loved the challenge of learning some Latin music to incorporate into our set. We really appreciate the opportunity to be the soundtrack for such a special day!