Michael and his entire team at Lightning Shakes NY facilitated an outstanding Bar Mitzvah!…read moreMany of our guests couldn't believe it was a Sunday afternoon affair. It had the look and feel and energy level of a Saturday night party. Michael's dance team was amazing. Our guests are still talking about it. We added a saxophone player and drummer as well. Michael was referred to us by a friend at our temple and he did not disappoint. We liked the fact that included in his price were games during the cocktail hour. The only extra was the pop-a-shot and his crew had it set up for the cocktail hour and then seemlessly broke it down and reconfigured it in the main room in advance of the main doors opening. We used his photo booth as well, which was a lot of fun. We didn't want to do frames and he was able to get us vinyl sleeves and tassels so the pictures can be placed in the sleeves and it became a bookmark. Our venue had built in lighting so we used the venue's lighting; however, you can use Michael as a one stop shop for lighting, video, photography and more. I selected 20 songs in advance, I didn't keep track but the DJ knew exactly what was current and the music and flow was excellent. We also did a trivia game suggested by Michael. He provided a very good checklist as well. We recommend Michael and his team for your next affair, you will be very pleased!

Hi Michael, WE LOVED…read moreTHE PARTY!!!! You are your group were the best part and made the whole party really perfect!!!! The dance floor was filled the whole time and everyone loved it, even the older adults. And so many of my friends (whose children are younger) commented that you were a perfect MC, really smooth, (not at all in your face aggressive, which they don't like,), great with the kids, had so many great games/dance games/ideas throughout the entire party and made it fun for the full 4 hours! and that Lightning Photo Booth was the BIGGEST HIT!!! My mother LOVED it, and she is a hard to please person!!! It was a great day and I could not even sleep last night because I was too wired thinking about the day. Also, I loved your dancers and EVERYONE commented how nice and professional and spirited dancers they were. Thank you again and I'll definitely recommend you to anyone and everyone planning a party going forward. And our family really looks forward to seeing your LSNY employees at the next NYU Holiday party! Thanks again for making the day so outstanding!!!!! Best Regards, Barrie and Steve

My husband and I hired Craig Scott for our entire wedding from live musicians during the ceremony +…read morecocktail hour (piano and guitar) to a DJ through the reception (DJ Carlos). We initially found them through a list of preferred vendors provided by our venue, and after our first call with Rich we knew they'd be able to help make our day perfect! The team as a whole is so friendly and responsive, and was always willing to get on a call to discuss any questions we had!Nick worked with us for our live musicians, and helped make the planning process so easy. We had a few songs to transition through for our ceremony and he organized everything perfectly, even when we weren't sure if our specific songs could be accommodated, to give us the perfect medley of music. Carlos from start to finish was the perfect DJ for us. He gave us his personal number to talk to him about specific songs and vibes for the reception, and went above and beyond to deliver and give us the emo, punk rock night of our dreams. Everyone was on their feet dancing the entire night, and when there was the occasional short lull, Carlos knew exactly what to do to get everyone up and dancing again! All of our guests complemented how much fun our wedding was because of the amazing talent at Craig Scott. Thank you so much again!

My wife and I used Craig Scott for our cocktail hour (piano player) and reception (DJ). Everything…read moreturned out absolutely perfectly. Gary was our DJ and we couldn't have been happier with him. An unbelievably nice guy who allowed us to be very collaborative to make sure the music during our wedding was exactly what we wanted. A lot of DJ's we met with when trying to find one weren't very open to collaboration, but Gary wanted as much input as possible and it was exactly what we were looking for. I could not recommend Craig Scott and Gary any more!

The band was absolutely incredible! The singers were phenomenal, full of energy, amazing voices,…read moreand such great stage presence. Every performance had our guests completely engaged, and by the second song the entire wedding was on the dance floor. At one point we had the biggest love train I have ever seen. It felt like every single person joined in, and the energy in the room was electric. We received endless compliments all night and even after the wedding about how amazing the band was. They truly made the night unforgettable. The quality of service was top notch from start to finish. They were organized, easy to work with, and made sure every detail was perfect. Their responsiveness before the wedding made planning simple and stress free, and their professionalism showed in every interaction and performance. In terms of value, they exceeded every expectation, our guests kept saying it felt like being at a live concert. And their flexibility stood out too, they read the crowd perfectly and adjusted seamlessly to keep the party going strong all night. We could not be happier with our decision. The band brought so much life, joy, and energy to our wedding. If you want a full dance floor and memories your guests will talk about for years, this is the band to hire.

We hired the Heartbeat dance band for our wedding in August 2025. Not only did the band beat our…read moreexpectations, but they were all extremely talented. Their energy, presence, and talent were incredible, and all of our guests were very impressed by them. Heartbeat dance band knows how to bring the energy, and make your night unforgettable.

I've seen Scott perform as both a solo guitarist and as part of a trio…read more As a solo artist, I saw him perform rock and funk classics from a diverse group of artists, including Stevie Wonder and the Lumineers. When he was with the trio, he played with a pianist and a bass player. All three sounded great together. I see that Scott Kacenga Music is listed under wedding planning--but I didn't see him play at a wedding. Although, I'm sure Scott's performance would serve as a nice addition to any formal/informal wedding.

Scott was great! We requested a specific song for when my wife walked down the aisle and he took…read morethe time to learn the song, tape himself playing it, and send us the video all before we even signed a contract with him! We had him on guitar along with a violinist from his company play during the processional at our wedding. The sound was perfect and we got a ton of compliments. He was also very communicative during the wedding planning process. I highly recommend him!

We used Back to Back music for our wedding. The pros: they have good voices. They are a DJ/ 2 piece…read moreband. They had all the latest songs. The cons: they didn't have any of the songs we wanted. When we spoke to them a week before the wedding we told them what we wanted. They said they had most of them. On the day of the wedding we wanted to change a few things. DJs these days have access to every song ever made due to the internet. They either didn't have it or couldn't find it. The timeline wasn't follows at all. First dances, father/daughter dad and Stepmother/ daughters, toast, etc. we had to tell them when even though they had a written timeline. The worst of all was that they constantly advertised their service. Not very classy at a wedding.

Jane brought professional energy to our party as the DJ, karaoke coordinator and general master of…read moreceremonies. She handled the high energy teen crowd with joy and grace and kept them moving, singing, laughing and dancing all night. I highly recommend this business.

Phil did a re-fret on my 1977 Ibanez 2650 'Les Paul Custom'…read more He asked me if I wanted gold frets. Me: 'They make gold frets....??' Phil did a really great job! The gold frets look great and the guitar plays really nice. I bought this axe way back in March 1978, and it's been my favorite. A really sweet guitar. But a prior fret-job by a different tech did not end well....and, as a result, I barely played this guitar. Phil brought it back to life. No regrets! THANKS, PHIL!!

I brought my dad's old guitar in to get a string fixed. I had not played the guitar in a decade so…read moreall of the strings were old and very used. He charged me $10 to replace 1 string AND I BROUGHT THE STRING which was one of my dad's. So I didn't even get any product from them!!! I only went to this shop because a friend had recommended it to me and I like to support small business. The next week I was in the area of Moe's Guitars in Hawthorne, which I had never been to, but I wandered in and asked how much it would have been to charge the string. He said that they would given me 6 new strings and would have restrung all of them for $15. So if you don't want to get ripped of, go to Moe's Guitars in Hawthorne instead. I am in the market for a new guitar and I clearly would have been overcharged at D'Angelo's. And now we are talking hundreds or thousands of dollars, not a fiver. On a positive note, I am so glad I found Moe's. Check them out!

My husband and I and another couple saw the arminio couple at r place in the Pocono this weekend…read morethey were awesome we had a blast can't wait to see them again in July thanks for a great time my husband was the guy in the front laughing alot

Arminio Entertainment: This husband and wife team have one…read moreof the best entertainment values in the Tri-State area. Incredible music and great fun people will create the perfect live music scenario for your event. Weather you want 50's, 60's all the way through to current music. Small and intimate to large ballroom, all styles of music with the best musicians. Always on time and on point! Very professional and so much fun!

I highly recommend Jason Kronick as an exceptional and very knowledgeable and professional piano…read moretuner. He responded very quickly to my request for information. He held to the price he quoted. He was extremely respectful to my home environment and a pleasure to work with. When I searched through YELP for a piano tuner, all of his reviews turned out to be completely consistent with my experience except for one person Julie , a year ago. I am extremely discerning when it comes to anyone handling my Steinway. I cannot imagine how anyone could have had that experience with Jason. Anyone reviewing Jason's profile, PLEASE DISREGARD HER REVIEW! Thank you again Jason for your superb services!

Jason was quick to answer, punctual, and did a fantastic job on my piano. Also, was very flexible…read morewith payment options. 10-10 would recommended. l've been having my pianos tuned for over 20 years and this is by far the best experience l've had .

After two months of mentoring my son in Logic instruction, music production and most importantly…read morehelping him shape, refine and inspire his music compositions, I know without a doubt, we made the right choice working with Wilkis "Ideology " Figuereo and Itec studios. This was after doing much research and interviewing all over the tri-state area. Beside the fact that Mr. Figuereo is certified in every major digital software program, what really makes him so special is the 10 years of alternative education teaching experience he brings to each session. It's his uncanny ability to understand how a particular person "needs" to learn. He approaches every student as a unique individual! This is what makes my son feel comfortable. This is the key. This is what enables him to feel confident and excited about his ideas. I felt compelled to write this review because I see Wilkis helping my son fulfill his passion and purpose. As a father, what more can I ask! Look, if you need to learn a piece of musical software or your aching to produce your musical ideas, in my opinion, you'll be in the great hands with Wilkis "Ideology " Figuereo and Itec studios. Jamie Greenberg CEO Imagine if Inc.

From the owner: Itec Audio Studios is an Avid Authorized Training Center offering hands-on Pro Tools certification,…read moremusic production, recording, mixing, and mastering instruction led by experienced industry professionals. With over 25 years of experience in audio technology and education, we combine real-world studio training with personalized instruction for aspiring producers, engineers, artists, and students. We provide both in-person and online learning opportunities using industry-standard software including Pro Tools and Logic Pro.

I would strongly recommend MD Music & Entertainment. My wife and I were fortunate to have DJ Brian…read moreas the DJ for our wedding in the Catskills in late October, and we could not have been happier with the experience. From Day One, we found Matty and the MD team to be responsive, professional and easy to work with, especially as we navigated a COVID postponement. The team kept in touch with us during our long planning period, and everyone was very well organized in the leadup to the wedding day. On that day, DJ Brian arrived early and checked in with us frequently to be sure everything was to our liking. He curated a fantastic playlist and was a huge hit for his song selections during our dinner and reception. Brian was friendly, professional and clearly took the time to get a sense of our personalities and preferences. (He even incorporated a musical reference I made during our vows into our reception playlist, which was such a nice touch.) He also served as a great emcee during our toasts/speeches, was great about making announcements throughout the evening, and overall kept things fun and running smoothly. I would highly encourage you to consider DJ Brian and the whole MD Music & Entertainment team!

Look no farther. Use Matty as your DJ. Do it, do it now!! :) There were so many things about Matty…read morethat made him excellent. Really, I cannot give a high enough endorsement. Shea D and I found Matty through a family friend. We looked him up online and found that he had been a "Knot Pick" for 2014 and 2015. Until then we had been underwhelmed with the potential DJ choices for our wedding. Knowing that our family loves music and dancing, we were starting to get nervous! And as we all know, a DJ can make or break a good wedding reception! So we found Matty's website (which is linked in the Yelp description) and filled out a contact form. It involves the normal info - name, contact number, etc - but then also asked us to list at least 5 favorite songs or artists. I think that request was the first indication that Matty was a different kind of DJ; one entirely focused on ensuring that the music of your day reflects your own tastes and personalities. We submitted our contact form at about 9:30PM on a Sunday. I figured that we wouldn't get an email back for about a day or so. Wasn't I surprised when 15 minutes later, Matty called me himself and began to excitedly and enthusiastically discuss our wedding details! He was friendly, professional, and clearly knowledgable. He told us he would send us a few sample mixes for us to review over the next week before booking. When Shea D and I reviewed the samples with which Matty had provided us, we kept looking at each other saying "I like that song! Oh wait! I like that one too! And that one!" We booked Matty shortly thereafter for both our ceremony and reception. Matty was incredibly professional and friendly throughout our experience with him. I don't think it ever took him more than a few hours to respond to an email. He provided us with a detailed questionnaire, including approximately 6 pages of songs from each decade so that he could get a sense of our music preferences. He asked us which music was "must play" and which was "do not play." We knew that our crowd would love the typical "do not plays" like the Electric Slide, Celebration, and We Are Family, so we made sure to ask for those. We had very few "do not plays" - but they never came up on the day! About 2-3 weeks before the wedding, Matty met us at the venue to see the space and help us finalize a timeline. We did not have a "wedding planner" and so it was incredibly helpful to have a professional give us feedback on our schedule and provide advice regarding the flow of events. We left the meeting with a timeline for the day and a better understanding of how to use the venue. He told us where there were holes in the music that we had selected (for example, we had a first dance song, but didn't know that we needed a cake-cutting song). He asked about our theme, looked at our outfits and those of our wedding party, discussed our centerpieces, cake, and personal music preferences, and generally tried to get a feel for the entire event. I think his attention to detail is what ultimately made the music so seamless on the day. He took the time to get to know us and what we had envisioned for our wedding. As we picked songs over the intervening weeks for the "holes" that we had, he provided feedback and suggestions that improved the overall quality of the music. He also helped us to find an "upbeat" version of a traditionally slower tempo song that my parents had wanted to dance to for their special dance. On the day, he arrived early to set up and began the music exactly on time. The prelude music for the ceremony was exactly what we had envisioned. He helped our officiant to begin on time and coordinated the music perfectly. He provided us with microphones to use so that during the vows everyone could hear us (which was especially helpful to me since I had lost my voice). He announced events over the loudspeakers efficiently and effectively - helping the transitions from one segment to the next without "bogarting the mic." He took requests, which made all of our guests happy, and played one excellent song after another throughout the entire reception. He also came to find us before he announced things like the cake cutting or important dances, so that we weren't caught in conversations and were ready to go. He also warned us when there were only 5 songs left so that we got to dance the last few dances together. We got so many compliments on the music - it was so personal that many of our guests thought that WE had selected the entire playlist, when in fact we had only picked about 5-6 songs total and Matty did the rest! All in all, Matty helped to make our wedding day a seamless event that exceeded our (and our guests') expectations! We had a stellar day and a wonderful party. Thank you thank you thank you!!