The Best Americana Wedding Bands in Brainerd, MN

The Best Americana Wedding Bands in Brainerd, MN

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27 Wedding Bands & DJs in Brainerd, MN

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DJ Sound Productions & Entertainment, LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $675
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

We specialize in making your wedding day the most epic celebration ever since 1998! Our passion for excellence is what sets us apart from the rest. We don’t do boring here – our tailored approach means that we cater to your unique style and preferences, creating a wedding that’s as unique as you are making it the most unforgettable experience imaginable. We provide a professional and polished performance that will keep your guests on the dance floor all night long. A DJ Sound Productions wedding is what every Bride desires! So what are you waiting for? Let’s create the wedding of your dreams and make it a party that nobody will ever forget!

So, our day was falling apart horribly. Sept 7th, 2024. Way before the day started, some bridal party got sick, our coordinator got fired two days before our wedding, our venue didn't have much of what we ordered for decorations. Our last hope was the DJ service, but honestly, we didn't have high hopes. But then, the DJ arrived. He looked serious and got down to business. We told him how it's gonna be a mess and we understand if things didn't go right....it was just the way things were. We had each other right? NO. Our DJ refused to accept our self pitty. He was the calm, understanding, and reassuring part in this disaster of a storm. He said.....and I quote, "good thing I'm trained in coordination and I'm fully prepped. No worries, we got this". I, as the bride.....cried. we didn't have anyone that gave us this reassurance or confidence....till we met the DJ. He took charge, organized the most perfect ceremony, and then just did what it took to get everyone else organized from guests, to venue, to catering company. All we had to do, was have our wedding. We spoke with the guy the week of our wedding. He kept talking about "vision". Heck, I didn't even see what they saw. But the DJ, must have known somehow, because he got that vision and did everything we needed, and wanted. Dinner was beautiful, and things got done! I didn't think a DJ did all that. Then the dance. He announced everything, so all were informed and orchestrated everything and we let it all go and really had a lot of fun and enjoyed everything he played. I'm sure our DJ wanted to have more fun than all the work we out on him, and for that, I'm sorry......but you did one heck of a job!!!!! You turned what was a disaster, righted all the other vendors ships, and sailed yours too! You did the work of multiple companies with just 1 DJ. Unheard of! Most DJs I've seen at weddings just stay behind their music stuff and speakers and don't move. Our DJ broke a sweat. You know what, I hope other have a better wedding experience than we did, but I can tell you, this is a comoany that knows weddings, understands the needs of others, and is very well versed in what they do. And for all that, I'm grateful beyond belief and worth every penny and more. This is the ONLY 5 star review I've given for my wedding and they deserve 15. What a blessing!
Elianna, 3 months ago
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3rd Shift DJs 

4.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

3rd Shift DJs is an Elgin, IL-based DJ company that specializes in weddings and nuptial events. This budding business is owned and operated by Alex Dingmann, a DJ professional with a passion for adding thrill and excitement to parties through the sound of music. With years of experience under his belt, Alex helps newlyweds across the country celebrate their new chapter, creating personalized playlists that have everyone dancing all the way home.

Alex was our DJ for our wedding. He did an AMAZING job. I had at least 10 guests comment on the job he did and how Alex was the best DJ they’d experienced. He truly kept the party going all night! Alex is also awesome to work with. He helps you plan everything out ahead of time and ensures the music matches exactly what you want! Couldn’t say enough good things!!
Haley, 5 months ago
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Matt & Laurel, Acoustic Duo 

5.0

  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

Making music together since 2014, Matt & Laurel are a husband and wife acoustic duo who captivate audiences with their smooth sounds and witty banter. Playing anything and everything from the 40s to today, they can craft a customized event specific to your needs. Pop, rock, country, the classics and more - Matt & Laurel always strive to create a fun-loving, and inclusive vibe at every event.

Awarded Best of Zola
Matt and Laurel have played at our venue for a variety of events. No matter the occasion, they deliver a magical performance each and every time! Our staff gets so excited to see them on our schedule! Quoting the movie Stepbrothers "Your voice is like a combination of Fergie and Jesus." :) We cannot recommend Matt and Laurel enough!
Four Daughters Winery, 3 years ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Brainerd, MN
  • Offer

We will make your reception fun for all of your wedding guests! We have provided top level DJ-MC services for over 25 years in budget friendly packages. We also offer spectacular wedding photography and HD Video. Visit our site and see over 1 million photos, thousands of reviews, and some great package prices. If you give us a call before you book any of these vendors you'll quickly learn why over 15,000 couples have chosen us to help make their special day magical. All packages include expert planning assistance, which will take away a lot of the stress associated with planning your wedding! We are available nationwide including your area!

Our experience with DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide was fantastic. From the very beginning, they were great communicators, always keeping us informed and addressing any questions or concerns we had. On the day of our wedding, they ensured everything went off without a hitch. Their professionalism and attention to detail were excellent, and they seamlessly kept the reception running smoothly from start to finish. The music they played kept our guests dancing all night long. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ to make our special day truly memorable. Highly recommend their services!
Zach S., 3 months ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

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!

I was blown away by the talent of the musicians, they really take their craft seriously. I requested a Roaring Twenties theme from Louis Pettinelli and they went above and beyond to make it happen. The singer Karlea was phenomenal and did an amazing job of keeping our guests engaged and entertained. The musicians were all courteous, professional, and exceptionally talented. They dressed appropriately for our wedding theme and many of the guests at the Hawthorne Hotel wanted to take pictures with Karlea in her Twenties attire. In addition to being a wonderful experience, they were also a great value for the price. These are top quality musicians and we paid a reasonable price for the band. I highly recommend this group for your wedding.
Rochelle P., 4 months ago
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GenerationNOW Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

You have enough things to worry about at your wedding than finding the right playlist people can dance to. Not only that, it's hard to find the right DJ that will be professional, fun, and read the crowd. With unparalleled personal one-on-one service with your specific wedding DJ months out from your event, we’ll create a custom wedding playlist that speaks to your style and taste that you typically don’t hear played at other weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired GenerationNOW for our recent wedding and I can't express how amazing the entire experience was. The few conversations leading up to the wedding were professional and personal and they found out exactly what we wanted from our wedding. The booth and lighting was awesome and DJ Dudley D had the entire dancefloor rocking from beginning to end. He mixed in all of our favorite songs and the transitions were masterfully timed. Having a great DJ is such an important part of the big day and I can say with confidence this team is the best in the business. HIGHLY recommend to anyone who loves good music and dancing!
Nelson, 2 years ago
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Tyler Preston | Country, Southern Rock, Americana 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

Tyler Preston's soulful Southern twang and irresistible finger-lickin' chicken pickin' will bring that warm, down-home charm to your country wedding. Whether he's gently strumming his acoustic guitar or electrifying the stage with his band, Tyler Preston creates the perfect atmosphere with timeless country tunes. As you and your loved ones boot scoot the night away, you'll sing along to classics by Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Zach Bryan, Tyler Childers, and more. Let Tyler Preston work his magic to make your wedding an unforgettable celebration of love and joy your guests will talk about for years to come.

Could not have asked for a better wedding band! Tyler went out of his way to make sure we had a fantastic night. Absolutely zero stress to work with and the dude rocks! He even recorded special renditions of our walk down and first dance songs. We may still be in the honeymoon phase, but it is really fun to throw that on all of our favorite playlists.
Jason S., 4 months ago
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Cole Thomas Music 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

Cole Thomas is a pianist, guitarist, and singer with the ability to perform any song for any part of your wedding. Need a classical piece for your wedding party to process in to? No problem. Need a few hours of lounge and jazz music for cocktail hour? Cole's your musician. Need a Dueling Piano act or full Rock Band for your reception? Look no further. With over a decade of experience performing for ceremonies and receptions, Cole Thomas is your one stop music vendor.

Cole absolutely delighted and exceeded our wildest expectations at our wedding. He embraced the costume theme of our reception, performed significantly more music than we had expected (in a good way), and was the absolute heart and soul of our party. He improvised and adapted to every unique situation on the night with a musical and social sense of awareness that we continue to be grateful for. He even graciously agreed to play alongside Andrea's 94 year old grandmother on her accordion. Grandma is still beaming from this experience, and trust me, she's a hard woman to please. Seriously. I don't think we can ever repay him for the joy and energy he brought to our night. I couldn't get to the bar for a drink without answering the question: "Where did you FIND this guy?!" half a dozen times.
Mark J., a month ago
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Only Toons DJ Service 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

Affordable, Experienced and Insured. these are the most important business ethics I have. I strive to assist the couples plan their day. I Do not come with or charge for items you do not need. All fun, no "fluff" to pay for.

We hired Only Toons DJ Service to provide the music and lighting for our wedding reception. Dan was very responsive and professional in all of our communications leading up to the big day, which we really appreciated while planning a hectic wedding! The DJ himself was organized, prepared, and talented. He set up beautiful uplighting around our venue that really enhanced the atmosphere. Even though we didn't have a big dancing crowd, he was still able to keep the energy and vibes upbeat with his music selections while folks mingled and conversed. Overall, we were very happy with Only Toons - he delivered a high quality service and contributed positively to our special day. Their lighting and DJ skills definitely took our reception to the next level while staying within our budget. We'd happily recommend them to other couples planning a wedding!
Brooke B., 3 months ago
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DJ BRETTLY 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

Welcome to DJ Brettly’s award winning, highly reviewed world of premier entertainment! Based in La Crosse, but, travels throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa, DJ Brettly is your ultimate choice for unforgettable weddings. With exceptional experience and dedication, DJ Brettly ensures your special day is both flawless and memorable. Whether you're planning the wedding of your dreams or seeking a seamless event experience, DJ Brettly’s impeccable music, engaging presence, and personalized touches set the stage for an extraordinary celebration. DJ Brettly is alsoDJ at Stadium View, Legends, Icon, The Glenwood and more!

DJ Brettly was incredible as our wedding DJ. He took such care in preparing for our big day and on the day of did everything we wanted. We got SO many compliments from guests and our other vendors on how amazing he was, and everyone was on the dance floor the entire night. He went above and beyond for us and I cannot recommend him enough! We have already referred him to two other friends getting married next year
Courtney L., 6 months ago
Pro Sound & Light Show 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Brainerd, MN

I began my humble career as a Disc Jockey & Entertainer working part-time as a Professional DJ with Pro Sound & Light Show. At the time, I was the Chief Technology Officer and IT Project Manager for a high-tech Wi-Fi company in the hospitality industry. In July 2014, I left my position in IT, and became the Chief Entertainment Officer here at Pro Sound & Light Show. Now I have the honor and pleasure of training, and coaching the next generation of talented DJs and Emcees, and celebrating with our amazing clients on their wedding day.

We had a great experience working with our Pro Sound & Light Show, Musician for our wedding. Communication was fast and easy throughout the planning process, which we really appreciated during this hectic time. They were very fun, kind and professional to work with. They made sure they had all the right music to help us and our guests have an amazing night of dancing. It truly felt like we were out at the club! They were very easy to work with and helpful every step of the way in bringing our vision to life. I wanted my wedding night to feel like we were out dancing at the club, and they did just that by playing awesome music all night long. If you're looking for a Pro Sound & Light Show, Musician who will help make your wedding a blast, I highly recommend them!
Emily O., 4 months ago
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Carter Events And Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,020
  • Serves Brainerd, MN for additional fees

At Carter Events and Entertainment we understand that your wedding is very special. It is a moment in time that cannot be redone, and a day that your friends and family will talk about for years to come. Bringing your dreams to life is our passion!

Awarded Best of Zola
Steven and Angie were AWESOME! They helped put me at ease of the planning and logistics. Steven wrote THE.MOST.PERFECT. ceremony for our National Parks themed wedding. They did the DOC and both made the venue set up, take down seamless. Angie even swooped in to help fix a dress malfunction of my sons girlfriend! I would highly recommend their services. Guests were impressed and we were so happy how it all went.
Rebecca, 2 months ago
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Instant Request DJ Entertainment 

4.8

  • DJ
  • Starts at $985
  • Serves Brainerd, MN for additional fees

Instant Request DJ prides themselves on providing a service that is customized, tasteful, and fun. With their detailed and valuable online event-planning tool, couples can personalize their options to suit their individual needs. They will help answer questions and discuss options leading up to the wedding. Couples will review the entire plan of the day with their handpicked DJ. Their DJ package includes the emceeing and organizing the night of the event. With over 40 years of experience and stellar reviews they have proven themselves a reliable and award-winning company.

Instant Request was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. DJ Jamal was easy to worth with and kept people on the dance floor all night long!
Kendall, 9 days ago
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DJ Mitch Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves Brainerd, MN for additional fees

Hi, my name is Mitch! I grew up surrounded by music. I started playing saxophone in 5th grade and pretty much from then on music has encompassed my life. After graduating from college with a music degree and working in customer service for over 3 years, the thought of combining my passion for music and love of serving people always sounded too good to be true! My number one goal is to help you craft an unforgettable wedding, one note at a time! How do I do that? by getting to know you and catering to your likes and dislikes! Also with my secret weapon! (my saxophone)

We cannot express enough praise and gratitude for Mitch! We had the privilege of working with him for our wedding on 7/6/24. From preplanning meetings to the wedding day, Mitch was extremely on top of everything to ensure our wedding day ran smoothly. He also communicated with our other vendors on the day of the wedding to ensure everyone was on the same page! When we had our live acoustic guitarist back out somewhat suddenly, we reached out to Mitch for references. To our surprise, he offered us an even better idea to have him play sax and a friend play guitar at the ceremony. All of our guests absolutely loved it and it brought a really special feel to the ceremony. On top of that, the energy he brings to MCing got our guests super excited and involved! Part of our package included having Mitch play Sax at the reception… JUST DO IT! It was so fun having him jump on the dance floor and interact with our guests! Mitch made our wedding a day to remember for all, and we cannot recommend him enough. Thank you DJ Mitch!
Shae B., 5 months ago
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Ryan Shephard 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Brainerd, MN for additional fees
  • Offer

50+ 5-star reviews across major event platforms, and brand new to Zola! My name is Ryan Shephard, and I'm an artist from Cincinnati, OH, (Now located in Chicago, IL) with a large repertoire of experience ranging in a wide variety of musical genres and endeavors including working with and sharing the stage with bands and artists like Sublime with Rome, Richie Ramone of The Ramones, and Chance McCoy of Old Crow Medicine Show. I've played 600+ events that include over a hundred weddings, performances for Fortune 500 companies, high-profile politicians, and more! Quality is my expertise! Let me give you a night to remember.

From the moment we booked Ryan Shephard for our wedding, he was incredibly responsive, quick to answer any questions, and made the entire process easy. On the day of the wedding, Ryan was exactly what we had hoped for - he seamlessly executed our special requests beforehand and took requests from our guests all night long. My husband and I had a very specific vision in mind for the music, and Ryan brought it to life perfectly. My guests raved about him. I cannot recommend Ryan Shephard enough - he was truly amazing and played a big part in making our wedding day so special.
Marty and M., 5 days ago
The Salamanders 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Brainerd, MN for additional fees

High-Energy, Top-Class Live Party Band For hire for parties, corporate functions, city celebrations, weddings, & more. The Salamanders is one of the top live party bands in the world! With two of the most talented lead singers in the industry backed by nationally-acclaimed musicians, The Salamanders have a flawless sound and radiant energy that will keep your guests dancing all night long. From ceremony music to cocktail hour entertainment, first dance through the reception & dance party, The Salamanders are the live wedding music band of choice for venues and planners across the United States! Ask about our horn section for additional beauty

Absolutely amazing!!! People at our wedding still talk about them a month later! They not only brought great positive energy but were so sweet and kind to work with. They heard all of our requests and took them all into account. They were not only amazing to us but all of our family and friends. Would HIGHLY recommend. Also working with Utah Live Bands was one of our easiest vendors to work with - Stephen Tobian was always so responsive it was great for planning from afar! Book these guys early though they fill up fast!
Nina, a year ago
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DJ Joe 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Brainerd, MN for additional fees

Are you searching for a seasoned DJ to make your wedding a memorable one? Look no further! I'm DJ Joe, with over 20 years of experience, I have successfully rocked weddings, events, and nightclubs throughout Minnesota. As a versatile DJ well-versed in all genres of music, I know how to create the perfect atmosphere . You can trust me to effortlessly mix music, keeping your guests on their feet and the party going all night long. Additionally, with my exceptional emcee skills, I will ensure that your event flows smoothly from start to finish.

DJ Joe kept all of his promises and was super easy to work with. He kept the party going all night, his footprint didn’t take up a ton of space and his equipment all worked flawlessly. Terrifically nice guy and I highly recommend him!
Dayne H., 9 months ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Brainerd, MN

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Brainerd, MN?

Live bands typically range from $450 to $18,500, averaging at $5,000. DJs range from $700 to $2,100 and average at $1,000. 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! 84% of bands and DJs in Brainerd, MN cover cocktail hour and 76% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 72% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

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

60% of bands in Brainerd, MN 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 Brainerd, MN?

The most popular bands in Brainerd, MN are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Golden Touch DJ Entertainment, Lens On Records Llc and Only Toons Dj Service L.L.C..

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