Really amazing sound. Great musicianship and enthusiasm. We were thrilled to see:hear her play at…read moreQuincy Market 10/5

I can not recommend Willine and her Blissful Sound team enough. We hired a String Trio to play for…read morethe ceremony and cocktail hour for my wedding. I would give them 10 stars if I could. I was very involved with planning my own wedding but absolutely clueless when it came to ceremony and string music. Willine was beyond helpful answering all my questions about logistics and making music suggestions when I came up blank for pieces I would like played. She exceeded my expectations in what a vendor should provide and made sure I was 100% happy with everything before my big day. For the ceremony, she was able to string together traditional compositions such as Canon in D and Arioso by Bach with more of the modern elements I wanted to include by adding the Beatles and the Theme Song from the movie "Up" which we used for the Processional. Blissful Sounds kept the guests entertained during cocktail hour with upbeat but subtle songs that filled the room and delighted everyone. I can not count how many compliments we received about them. They were even able accommodate a last minute change in the program the morning of my wedding when the officiant decided the groomsmen should walk in to the ceremony with official music. I would not consider hiring anyone else after my experience.

My husband and I hired Blissful Sounds to play at our wedding ceremony this past May. I found…read moreBlissful Sounds online and was put in touch with Willine. From the first exchange we had, Willine was very professional and more importantly - helpful! I knew that I wanted a string quartet, but hadn't thought about what pieces they would play, logistics, etc. She was very helpful and walked me through the music selections and made sure that I was comfortable with everything. I had many wedding guests complimenting me on the ceremony music and I am more than happy with the decision to go with Blissful Sounds. I would highly recommend them for your big day!

I can't recommend Big City Wedding Band more highly…read more From the outset, Ken was a pleasure to work with. He was communicative, responsive to all of our requests, and showed an attention to detail that put my wife and I at ease. On the day of the wedding, the band arrived right on time, coordinated seamlessly with the venue, and handled all the logistics so we didn't have to worry about a thing. Most importantly, the band absolutely crushed the performance! The energy they brought to the room was infectious - the dance floor was packed all night and nobody wanted the party to end. Guests were raving about the band during the reception and continued sending us compliments for days afterward. We feel so lucky that we ended up with Big City as our wedding band and are very grateful to them for creating such a fun evening for everyone. Of the thousand little decisions you have to make planning a wedding, this one is a no brainer - go with Big City!

Big City Band was truly phenomenal! We first discovered them when they played for my…read moresister-in-law's wedding and they were the first group we called to book when when my husband and I got engaged. Not only are they all incredibly talented, they kept the energy so high and read our crowd perfectly - the dance floor was packed the entire night! We couldn't have asked for a better group. Ken was also an awesome manager - he's super kind and communicative and helped us think through our reception schedule, from our announcement to our first dances to our last dance. I only wish the night was longer!

I saw Soul City a few times around town, including at Ryles in Cambridge, and was impressed:…read morepowerful and varied vocals and a great groove. Still, other bands can sometimes serve that up, too. What I think especially set them apart was their amazing horn section. We ended up hiring them to perform at our wedding a few years ago, and Pat (who books them and also plays a mean bass in the band) was very easy to work with. The band was professional and courteous, and totally brought the house down. So glad we chose to work with them.

Soul City Band played for a fundraising event for 350 people in Arlington on March 10th and I…read morecannot say enough good things about them. They played a great range of songs that kept the crowd of all ages entertained. There were still so many people on the dance floor at the end of the night and the energy and excitement from the band was contagious. We heard so many rave reviews the night of the event and have had people email us the last few days asking if we've asked them to come back next year! From an event planning point of view, I'm extremely grateful at how easy Soul City was to work with. Natalie returned emails the same day, was available to talk by phone if I had a problem, and did everything possible to make the event run super smoothly. I truly couldn't ask for a better experience. These musicians are the real deal. We recommend them without hesitation!

We wanted live music for our wedding (march 2011), chill classical stuff for the ceremony and some…read moremore fun, jazzy pieces for the cocktail hour, and they managed both beautifully. My husband did most of the work with contacting them and setting things up, and he said they were wonderful to work with. I also loved that they have audio samples of different songs, because we had no clue what we wanted to walk in and out to, and their samples made the decision very easy!

Frank Bonanno and Center Stage are an absolute pleasure to work with, have a killer sound that will…read moreget people dancing, and are just FUN. Frank is a consummate professional; from my first contact with him he was straightforward, flexible, and always reliable. He is also incredibly accommodating and easy to work with. He made me a great deal when I booked with him for my wedding ceremony in addition to the reception, and he and his band learned several new songs for my event (every one that I asked about). The experienced and talented musicians of Center Stage also know how to get the party started. One of my great fears for our wedding (a common one, I know) is that the dance floor would be empty and awkward. We've all seen it happen. My fears were entirely unfounded, as the dance floor was busy the ENTIRE night. The music was a fun mix that appealed to a wide audience, and the band did a fantastic job of reading the crowd. My new husband and I could not be happier that we booked with Frank and Center Stage, and the next time I need a band, he will definitely be my first call.

We just had Center Stage play our wedding 2 weeks ago... they were AMAZING!!! We listened to a lot…read moreof bands online before finding Center Stage and they had a sound that just popped. Not only are they extremely talented musicians, but they are extremely professional and easy going. Frank, the band leader, was just outstanding to work with. Our venue was a little tricky because they had to move locations a couple of times during the course of the event, but they did so seamlessly. They played a good mix of classic Motown, rock and pop songs and had everyone dancing all night. Essentially they were a huge treat for everyone. They were able to accommodate songs we wanted for our first dance and processional song and played a mean Hava Nagila (great job!!). Some of our guests were also musicians and they were more then happy to let them play with them- such a special gesture. All in all we were extremely satisfied with Center Stage. We had a blast with them and they really rocked out!!!

Leading up to the event, Brittney was very responsive. The form we had to fill out was simple and…read moreeasy to follow. What really surprised us though was how talented and flexible the band was. They played 2 hour-long sets and each had everyone dancing from start to finish. Every musician was very talented. But they really went above and beyond with how flexible they were! At a few different points in the night, we asked if someone could sing a song. They said yes every time. We have some very musical people in the family, and it turned into an incredibly memorable mix of dancing and an occasional karaoke performance. Our guests are still raving about the band weeks after the wedding! To sum it all up, we cannot recommend them highly enough. They have a great set list (and you can add a couple songs), their talent is top-notch, they're very flexible, and they're the best value... they check every box! We fully recommend them.

How do you sum up The Broken Heels? The greatest wedding band with extreme levels of talent,…read moreprofessionalism, showmanship, and passion. Having looked into almost 2 dozen bands, The Broken Heels quickly became our favorite. They are a 5 piece band that will rock harder than any 10 piece band, at a cost that will actually make sense for your budget. If you want a band that will deliver a high-energy dance party, this is the band you've been looking for. The Broken Heels rock all the hits from the 60's through present day. Our favorite part of their repertoire: the extensive list of hits from the 80's, 90's, and 00's. As a couple born in the early 90's, this band stole our hearts by playing all our favorites from our childhood. We also requested "The Bones" by Maren Morris for our first dance, and they learned it with no issues and absolutely NAILED IT! Every member of the band is a professional musician, and they all bring an immense amount of talent to the stage. They play the iconic hits with perfection, and they also know how to rock. The band leader, Brittney is absolutely amazing. We simply cannot say enough about her - professional, prompt, talented, and enthusiastic. She is kind, fun, and so easy to work with. We changed our wedding date twice, and The Broken Heels were able to make the switch without a problem. With increased safety measures for COVID-19, they remained professional and understanding of all the changes. Our "micro-wedding" was an absolute party because of them - our guests still haven't stopped raving about them! You need this band for your wedding!

Brooke and Fil were absolutely amazing!! Fil came with a color-coded spreadsheet (my love…read morelanguage), walked us through everything for the evening, was really on top of schedule changes, and made great suggestions about moving speeches and other moments around to get the best flow for the evening. The whole band had such amazing energy and kept us dancing until the minute we had to turn off the amp for a local curfew time. All of our guests were enthralled and so complimentary all night - and still talking about the experience in the morning! One of our guests was moved nearly to tears every time the saxophone player had a solo, and is not-so-secretly hoping he can fly the whole band down to his wedding next year in Florida. We are so so glad we chose Brooke and Fil with Cover Story - 100% would recommend!! Chris and Elena (behind the scenes for booking and planning for the months leading up to our wedding) were really accessible and ready to answer the dozens of questions we had. The planning document they provided ended up being our skeleton schedule to help everything else fall into place throughout the evening. We didn't hire a planner, so that was incredibly beneficial.

As a wedding photographer, I work with many different vendors and I don't typically walk away…read moreimpressed. Cover Story was a different story! (Pun totally not intended...) To start, it's clear that they know what they're doing and know how to navigate a wedding day, which is key to the day going smoothly. The wedding we worked together endured a crazy rainstorm, the audio stopped working for a bit and everything had to come to a halt for cables and lights to be moved out of the water, but Chris and his band kept the crowd in good spirits and ensured it was still going to be an amazing night, and it was!! Beyond their professionalism and great work ethic, they JAM. Seriously, we got the best dance-floor/party photos we've ever gotten at this wedding due to the great music. Even I abandoned my camera for a couple of songs and got joined in... Totally couldn't resist. If you're looking for entertainment for your wedding/event, stop looking... These guys are it!