We found Hip and Hitched later in our planning process, and despite our late request, Topher and…read morethe team at Hip and Hitched really worked with us to make our dream wedding a reality (we also got lucky due to a cancellation--these guys are popular, so plan ahead if you can!). H&H fills a really important niche in the wedding DJ market--non-cheesy, current and diverse music, and an overall package that's, in a word, "hip". They totally delivered! Ryan, our DJ, was super talented and really read the crowd; he integrated our song requests and surprised us with some amazing choices of his own, was smooth in managing the flow of the evening, and was flexible with our requests. Overall, we were blown away by Hip & Hitched's professionalism, their personal touch (really kind, helpful people all around), and the overall outcome of our event. I would wholeheartedly recommend Hip and Hitched to any wedding planner / bride / groom in the Asheville area.

This was the first vendor I booked and there was never a single regret or concern. The…read morecommunication you receive from Hip&Hitched is the absolute best. They have great follow up, ask the right questions, send personalized emails (not templates) and seem totally invested in your wedding/event. We hired a dj, sax, drums/congo, and videographer. While I can't comment on the video just yet (anxiously awaiting!!), the rest of the team was AMAZING! Our guests loved the music, especially with the addition of the live instruments. People were dancing, laughing and having the best time. We have received numerous compliments and I would hire them again in a heartbeat. To surprise my groom, I asked if they could work a Metallica song into the playlist a little later on in the night. The DJ picked the perfect time to do so and my husband LOVED IT! Hip&Hitched TRULY seemed excited about being a part of the big day from the very start to the last song. I will 101% tell you this is the best, most awesome choice you can make for your wedding music!

We had an amazing experience working with Zowie Entertainment for our wedding. From our first…read moreconversation, Eric was extremely organized and easy to communicate with. He got every detail right and kept us in the loop the whole way through. Eric, who runs the company, is genuinely nice and made us feel like our wedding mattered to him. On the day of, he delivered outstanding entertainment that kept our guests engaged all night long. The pricing was fair and we felt like we got incredible value for what was provided. We'd recommend Zowie Entertainment to any couple looking for a band or DJ that's professional, personable, and truly cares about making your day special.

Very professional. Well prepared. Set up music for a dance party for seniors. Everyone had…read morewonderful time.

My wife and I hired Benjamin T. and Kat Warner for DJ entertainment, Live Acoustic Music, Live Band…read moreEntertainment, as well for Lighting and Entertainment Experiences for our wedding at Brown Mountain Beach Resort in Lenoir, N.C. Ben and Kat are a penultimate example of how a married couple can far exceed the conventions of atypical business partnerships. Every single experience we had with B&K was a perfect example of professionalism and dedication to customer service. From the first time we reached out to our final goodbyes, Ben and Kat surpassed every expectation and delivered undoubtedly the best wedding experience for our guests and ourselves that we could have possibly imagined. From their well-designed website, attentively managed customer service portal, helpful and informative surveys, and personal communications, to the facilitation of custom musical experiences and flawless execution of their advertised services. My wife and I are in awe of Ben and Kat's ability to manage their own business while seamlessly leading other vendors, without a misstep, in a magnificently arranged ceremony performance, master of ceremonies experience, and coordination of live music and lighting. Ben and Kat's belief that "every wedding should be as unique as you are," is not just a slogan or buzzwords meant to attract unwitting brides to be. B&K are the real deal, 100% authentic and genuine people, driven with the desire to make your special day or event a bespoke and memorable experience. A review cannot describe how important a piece to our wedding's success that was Ben and Kat's services. Our vendor relationship with B&K was undoubtedly the most pleasant of dealings my wife and I had throughout the planning of our wedding, even drawing inspiration from them for my wife and I's own small business. One cannot gush and praise enough. Thank you, Ben and Kat, you made our dreams a reality. Without hesitation, my wife and I recommend Ben and Kat for any event, wedding or elopement services which you may need. Ben and Kat will forever remain unrivaled and unmatched in our minds and hearts. An unprecedented experience was had by all. Bravo to this super duo!

Ben Warner failed to render agreed upon services and refused to refund any monies from deposit…read more On January 2019, we contracted services with a deposit for $627 for a June 2020 wedding. We had close communications during May 2020 to ensure Ben T Warner would be able to work the wedding with all of the uncertainties of the virus and executive orders of North Carolina. It appeared that they were noncommittal in April & May to the extent of recommending to us that we get another company to do the event. Then 3 days later they canceled which allowed us only 18 days to find alternate entertainment. NC actually had exceptions for weddings and funerals that allowed us to proceed. First email after they canceled on us, they did not respond. I sent another email and they responded that they would not refund any portion of our deposit 5 days later.

I've been taking guitar lessons here for ~4 months now, which is oftentimes the highlight of my…read moreweek. I genuinely look forward to my weekly lesson with Austin because of his ability to balance structured, meaningful learnings with fun. The space itself is really neat and gets you in the right headspace to make/create music. The Sound Room's curriculum is great, because unlike many other lessons/schools, there is a well-defined progression for advancing from one level to the next--which gives students something concrete to strive for. Austin truly puts students in the driver's seat by having them define their goals, and revisiting them almost each class to ensure that the time together is being spent wisely. As an intermediate player myself, his ability to amp up and dive into complex topics--but also throttle it back when my brain hurts from the new concepts, is greatly appreciated. The building itself is easily accessible and parking is plentiful. If you're on the fence at all about lessons, do yourself a favor and take the plunge with The Sound Room!

From the owner: The Sound Room AVL offers personalized one on one music lessons to people of all ages, levels, and…read moreplaying styles. After over a decade of teaching lessons in Guitar, Piano, Mandolin, Banjo, Songwriting, and Music Theory, owner/operator Austin Barrett decided to put his knowledge down on paper and formulate a curriculum for The Sound Room. Two years in, and it's working! The Sound Room AVL's curriculum takes the student through a series of Levels, each specifically formulated to take a complete beginner toward confidence on their instrument. It works kind of like a karate belt system, and students test into levels once they prove a skill, which unlocks the following level. Prospective students of The Sound Room can sign up for a FREE consultation with one of our teachers directly on the website!

Talent and class. The music was just the perfect touch for our tiny, socially spaced wedding…read more Jessica is a beautiful woman and dresses so beautifully and appropriately. She did not add any work to the wedding, she took care of all of her own needs. She seamlessly added in a couple requests we gave to her.

WOW!!! What can I even say about Jessica to express how wonderful she was for my wedding in…read moreNovember?? I reached out to her with a vision for my wedding before I was even proposed to, and she supported me through the whole thing, and even got excited about my vision for the day when I pitched it to her. It was so fun working with her, kind of like working with a sweet friend who wants the best for you. She was extremely communicative throughout the whole process, and really fought to take as much off of my plate as possible, which meant so much to me as I was planning the whole wedding myself. Her playing was flawless, and she was very adaptable to the situation: She played before the ceremony, during the ceremony, and during cocktail hour and dinner. I had a HUGE wedding party, and she played Claire de Lune beautifully, seamlessly adding some fluff where needed so that I could walk out to the part I specifically wanted. Over all, she was just lovely, and my guests were so thrilled with the tone and ambience that she helped set. I would book her again for any event I have out that way!!!