The Best Blues Bands for Weddings in Newark, NJ

The Best Blues Bands for Weddings in Newark, NJ

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153 Wedding Bands & DJs in Newark, NJ

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All In Entertainment 

4.9

  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Newark, NJ
  • Offer

Welcome to NY/NJ only full service one-stop-shop for all your special event needs. From exciting entertainment with MC's, DJs, and Dancers to amazing Photography, Video, Light Shows and Lighting, Lounge Furniture, Staging, Photo Booths and other Novelties and decorations, All In Entertainment NJ has all you need to ensure a fantastic event.

All In Entertainment was the perfect choice for our wedding entertainment. From the beginning, their communication was prompt, professional, and efficient. The team was receptive to our feedback and brought a spirited, energetic, and creative energy to our reception. Annthony, our DJ, did an amazing job setting the vibe and getting our guests on the dance floor all night long. We are so grateful to have had All In Entertainment be a part of our special day.
Katie S., 12 days ago
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Grant Swift 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Grant Swift is one of the busiest event musicians in the United States, playing close to 200 shows per year. His repertoire of over 500 works covers Rock, Soul, Pop, Jazz, and Classical, containing everything from Stevie Wonder to Pachelbel, Queen to Ed Sheeran. Swift's versatility has him performing weddings, galas, and corporate events in venues as diverse as concert halls, restaurants, and steamboats. Clients have included Dior, Audi North America, The New York Yacht Club, Time Out New York, and Hudson Yards.

Awarded Best of Zola
Grant was absolutely phenomenal! My husband and I, along with our guests, were blown away by his talent and his exceptional ability to accommodate all of our notes and requests. He worked closely with us to ensure everything was perfect. I highly recommend him for any event or occasion. People are still talking about his performance, and our only regret is that we didn't get to hear him for longer. It was truly magical.
Samantha R., 5 months ago
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DJ Herbert Holler 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Herbert Holler is one of the most recognized, in-demand DJs in New York City and beyond. He specializes in providing the perfect music for your wedding, be it the frenzied dance floor of your reception, the conversation-friendly ambiance of your cocktail hour, or the serene, magical moments of your ceremony. He uses his 25-plus years of event-production experience, extensive knowledge of popular music, 20-plus years of full-time, professional, late-night club and private-event deejaying history, and an uncanny knack for reading party guests to keep you and all of your loved ones happy and having a blast. Holler at Herbert today!

Awarded Best of Zola
Going into our wedding, our main request of our DJ was to keep people on the dance floor as much as possible throughout the night, and Herbert certainly delivered. Guests of all ages danced the night away and one of our friends even split his pants open from dancing so hard! Herbert did an excellent job of integrating our requests and music tastes with the ebb and flow of the ceremony/dinner/dancing portions of the evening. He was incredibly easy to work with and very communicative throughout the whole process!
Colleen B., 23 days ago
Blanc Noir Event Group 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Blanc Noir Event Group is a wedding DJ service in NJ. Our team works to give each couple an attentive, personalized service on their big day. Our extensive list of music genres, bilingual MCs, and lighting design packages will make sure you and your guests have a one-of-a-kind experience on the dance floor. With over 20 years of experience performing exclusively at weddings, we have the experience and talent to ensure that your wedding day is a total success. We are focused more on creating a luxe curated experience rather than relying on cheesy tactics, line dances and outdated music to keep the party going.

Fernando at Blanc Noir Event Group was one of the best hiring decisions for our wedding! Our friends and family are still raving to us about what a great time they had. We danced the WHOLE night and the “hora loca” blew everyone’s minds. Fernando also incorporated our song requests seamlessly, ensuring the vibe was right before playing anything. Given that it was a bilingual wedding, he also ensured that both languages were incorporated so everyone felt included and it wasn’t overwhelming on either side. I appreciated that a whole lot. He played a major role in making our wedding the most fun wedding, and was a pleasure to work with, and highly professional.
Kayri F., 5 months ago
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Al Boogs Productions 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Newark, NJ

My name is DJ Al Boogs I am a professional DJ with over 15 years in the music industry and over 350 weddings under my belt. I attended Scratch Academy founded by the legendary DJ Jam Master Jay of the iconic Run DMC. As a professional DJ and music producer I have worked with many mainstream artists and companies such as Nick Cannon, Akon, 50 cent, Backstreet Boys, Ashanti, Day 26, Def Jam records, BET, MTV and more. As a music producer as well I have a vast knowledge of music theory and multi genres ranging from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, Funk, Jazz, Blues, Pop, Hip Hop, R&B, Dancehall, Reggae, Latin and today's Top 40.

DJ Al, Thank you for the wonderful music and creating a fantastic environment for our NYC wedding! From the dinner to the reception, you were excellent! It is worth noting that DJ Al really took the time to understand our vision and brought it to fruition as instructed. We provided specific playlists and he really made it work for us. You are a professional and excellent at your job! We highly recommend you and his uplighting, and will be using your services again.
Marilyn & D., 7 months ago
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DreSteff Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,285
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Based in Montclair NJ, DreSteff Events is a Wedding DJ & production company offering the BEST in Music, Photo Booths, Unique Lighting Design & more! We create personalized experiences and blissful moments for the most discerning clientele and their guests. We take great care in packing dancefloors, transforming venues and creating a fun environment; assurring nothing but perfection! From your first email/call with DreSteff, you will quickly realize how he pays a lot of attention to every detail and how creative he is when it comes to personalizing and making your celebration of love unlike any other. 

Awarded Best of Zola
Stefan from DreSteff Events was great with communication - he was open, friendly and responsive throughout the planning process. On the day of the wedding, Stefan did excellent work and we had a great time! He got involved in all the wedding events and engaged really well with everyone. We played a few fun games at our reception and Stefan fit right in, joking around with the guests. Overall, Stefan and DreSteff Events helped make our special day truly memorable.
Kelly D., 2 months ago
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The Barnstorm 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Newark, NJ

The Barnstorm is an NYC-based party rock wedding band, best known for their electric and engaging dance party receptions. It's been said they're "not a real wedding band," but rather "an incredibly fun and engaging band that just happens to absolutely rock weddings!" Whether it's today's hits, top 40, hip hop, classic rock, Motown, and all things in between, The Barnstorm can do it all - putting their own spin on everything they do.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Barnstorm isn't a "wedding" band. They're a band. A really great band. And that makes them the best wedding band, in our opinion. We went to one of their live shows before booking them to play at our wedding and we knew immediately they were perfect. The band is 7 guys who you would want to be friends with -- which makes them blend in seamlessly at a wedding. Their range of songs is awesome. Everyone raved about their playlist, including a few of our guests who are huge music snobs. They also did an awesome job of getting everyone involved. People were dancing, singing along, even getting a second or two on the mic. It was like having a private live show at our wedding, which we loved and all of our guests loved. The vibe is much better than other wedding bands we've seen. On top of that they were incredibly easy to work with and accommodating. Brooks never made us feel bad for requesting songs, no matter how random, and they learned anything we asked them to that they had the right instruments for. Overall it was an awesome experience and we could not possibly recommend them enough. If every wedding we go to in the future has Barnstorm as the band, we'll be thrilled.
Lauren & S., 5 years ago
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Craig Scott Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Imagine your guests entering your reception to the sounds of violins as they arrive to your venue, then enter your ceremony or cocktail to the sounds of a string or classical ensemble. Let us show you how to start your party off right and give your guests a “sense of arrival".

We had the pleasure of having Phase One perform at our wedding for the ceremony, reception, and after-party, and they absolutely blew us away! From start to finish, they were engaged not only with us but with the entire crowd. Their energy was contagious, and they knew exactly how to read the room, keeping everyone on the dance floor the whole time. The transitions between songs were seamless, and the variety in their set list kept all of our guests—young and old—dancing nonstop. We couldn’t have asked for a better band to set the perfect tone for our big day. Highly recommend Phase One to anyone looking to elevate their event with incredible live music! A special shout out to our Band leader Rich who made the process so easy!
Kimberly M., 3 months ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Newark, NJ

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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The Wedding Crashers 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $8,495
  • Serves Newark, NJ

“The Wedding Crashers” is a high class, energetic, dynamic, professional dance band that will make your reception the one to remember. We cover a wide range of music to create the right party atmosphere for your event. Members of The Wedding Crashers have opened up for Bon Jovi, were featured on Scott and Todd’s Morning Show for 95.5 WPLJ, 105.5 WDHA, have performed for and with Mike Love of The Beach Boys, Frankie Valli.

Damien and the Sumar team were fantastic and made our wedding so fun and special! We booked The Wedding Crashers for our reception and their harpist for our ceremony. Damien worked with us for weeks leading up to our late June wedding to confirm every detail and helped us curate the perfect playlist. He even helped us customize a few songs so that they would have maximum impact. We unfortunately had a sudden rain delay to our ceremony but Damien didn’t miss a beat and perfectly adjusted to ensure everything ran smoothly. The harpist was absolutely beautiful and made our ceremony feel like it was straight out of a story book. The wedding crashes ensured that our dance floor was always packed and the party never slowed down. Its been a week since our wedding our guests are still raving about how amazing they were! You will not regret booking them!
Emily S., 5 months ago
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Gemini DJ's 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,795
  • Serves Newark, NJ

As one of the top New Jersey and New York City wedding DJs, we understand the need to offer our clients quality, club-style entertainment using the latest technology for your wedding day. After all, the success of your wedding reception is overwhelmingly dependent on the quality of your hired entertainment. We have a vast music library to suit every taste and style and only provide the utmost professional and experienced DJs and Emcees.

I used Gemini DJs for my August 2023 wedding, and I truly couldn't be happier with this decision. We worked with Michael, who was an absolute gem from the start. Within 5 minutes of chatting with Michael the first time, I decided to not meet with any other DJs. The process was super smooth, very well organized, and the music the night of the wedding was absolutely perfect. I couldn't believe how easy it was to work with them. I received several compliments from guests on the music for the entire night (from my club-going guests to my professional musician boss). Everything was tasteful, not overbearing from an MC perspective, and listened to everything we asked for, and very reasonably priced. Book Gemini, you won't regret it!
Jenn M., a year ago
Blaire Reinhard Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Newark, NJ

The BRB has been packing dance floors for over a decade with their high energy, customized performances. Couples often comment that hiring the BRB was the single best decision they made while planning their wedding. Front woman Blaire has been singing professionally since childhood and has written music for over 200 television shows and various feature films. She is joined by some of the most sought after musicians in the NYC area. Having started this band as an original project, she brings a unique and creative approach to her shows, making the BRB so much more than a "cover band".

Awarded Best of Zola
Blaire Reinhard Band was absolutely amazing!!! From the minute I spoke with her, I knew they were the perfect fit for our wedding. We wanted a band that would get our guests up and dancing the whole night, and that is exactly what happened. Each member of the band was incredible and so talented. So many of our guests told us that it was the best band they've ever heard...and we agree!! We told them we trusted their music choice and they killed it! It was a perfect combination of old classics and newer fun music. If you want your wedding guests to be dancing the entire night, Blaire Reinhard Band is the band for you!
Katie and W., 3 years ago
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All Generations Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Newark, NJ

We are a unique group of professionals dedicated to creating your wedding day experience with you, customized to your style. Our passion for music is what drives us, and our mission to exceed our clients’ expectations is our priority, which is why our namesake is so important. We have DJs that specialize in all genres and we’re proud to rock each one with a knowledge that goes beyond the surface. Our promise is that your guests of all generations will remember your wedding not only for the love that filled the room, but also for the music that elevated their experience into something that they will appreciate forever.

Wedding 11.10.2024 Where do we even begin?! Phil at All Generations was fantastic to work with leading up to our wedding, and we didn’t think it could get any better—until the big day! Our MC and DJ were absolutely the best we’ve ever seen at a wedding. While we might be a bit biased, our guests confirmed it, saying they’d "never seen such an empty room of tables because everyone was on the dance floor!" Guests couldn’t stop raving about how they couldn’t leave the dance floor and had endless compliments for both the DJ and MC. We had Mike as our MC, and while we don’t recall the DJ's name, he was phenomenal. I know some reviews mentioned DJs not playing requested songs, and while a few of our requests weren’t played, we’re actually so thankful for that. After all, we hired a DJ to read the room, not just follow a playlist—and he nailed it! Every song he played was exactly what the moment called for, keeping the energy high and the floor packed all night long. Every single track was a hit, and there wasn’t one moment where people stopped dancing. Truly, every song was a banger! We couldn’t be happier with the incredible vibe they created. They were all a huge part of what made our special day so memorable.
Abigail M., a month ago
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ALL in entertainment llc 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Welcome to NY/NJ only full service one-stop-shop for all your special event needs. From exciting entertainment with MC's, DJs, and Dancers to amazing Photography, Video, Light Shows and Lighting, Lounge Furniture, Staging, Photo Booths and other Novelties and decorations, All In Entertainment NJ has all you need to ensure a fantastic event.

ALL in entertainment llc was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was open, professional, and timely, which made the planning process seamless. The quality of their work and value was truly professional, energetic, and amazing. They worked tirelessly to make all of our dreams a reality, providing exceptional service and keeping the dance floor packed all night long. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ and band to help make our special day so memorable.
Janine, 4 months ago
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Malta Studio 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Newark, NJ

We are now working with DJs to create the perfect package for everyone. Photo video and DJ packages can be custom to your liking. Cause of how many different ways you can customize your DJ packages we just have the bare minimum starting price that comes with Speaker/Mic system with basic uplighting. But you can upgrade the DJ package anyway which helps your special day stand out the most. From uplighting to dancing robots. We are LGBTQ+ Friendly

I know its a bit weird for me to leave a comment when this profile has the same name as mine. (I should of added DJs at the end) But I have to say that the hard work to come together to form a group of talented people that can give a client almost everything they want with just 1 group is awesome. The 3 DJs I'm working with right now, hopefully more to come, and the photo video crew we have been working with since last year of course, have really made each other's businesses whole in a way. Can't wait to see what we can do.
Davide M., 6 months ago
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Mystical Entertainment Group 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Mystical Entertainment Group and iPhotobooths is a professional DJ and entertainment service operating out of Verona, New Jersey. The dedicated team provides newlyweds with music and photobooth services for their big day, helping them to make memories as they celebrate. Going above and beyond simply playing recorded music, the team can also perform celebrity impersonations, live musical acts, and more.

We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ experience for our wedding! The music was absolutely perfect, and the energy on the dance floor was electric the entire night. Our DJ knew exactly how to keep the crowd going, playing a great mix of songs that had everyone—young and old—dancing nonstop. A special shoutout to John Macaluso, our incredible MC, who kept the evening flowing with charisma and professionalism. John was amazing to work with from start to finish. He followed our do not play and must playlist perfectly. He made every announcement effortlessly and brought so much fun and excitement to the night. His enthusiasm really set the tone for our wedding. We also had the privilege of having Emily Simone as our electric violinist, and she was simply phenomenal. Her talent added an unforgettable, elegant, yet edgy vibe to the ceremony and cocktail hour. The way she played alongside the DJ was seamless, creating a unique and captivating experience for our guests. If you want a wedding DJ who brings it all—amazing music, a fantastic MC, and an unforgettable atmosphere—this team is the one to go with. We’re beyond grateful for how they made our night truly one to remember!
Brianna L., 2 months ago
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Peter & The Master Keys 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Peter & the Master Keys is not only a great jazz band with vocals, it's also an energetic dance band specializing in the best soul, blues, and rock n' roll from the 50s and 60s plus a few more contemporary numbers to round out the set. Think Sinatra and Nat King Cole early in the night and then Ray Charles, Chuck Berry, Elvis and more later on. The idea is to play fun and energetic music that is timeless and can inspire guests of all ages to dance. We also perform as a trio and quartet for smaller occasions or cocktail parties. Packages include ceremony music, MC, jazz cocktail hour, and dance music.

music makes the difference between a normal wedding and an unforgettable wedding. From our first conversation to the last note that the band played, they were truly unforgettable. The first time we talked, Peter told me that his goal was to get everyone dancing, from the youngest to the oldest. All I can say is that all of my nephews spent the entire night on the floor and the grandmother of the bride got up to share a special moment dancing with her grand-daughter. They were nothing short of outstanding, and I can't speak highly enough about them. If you want a group that is talented, easy to work with, and care about their client, then look no further!
Mark and C., 4 years ago
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Ariel Music and Events 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Newark, NJ

We do it your way! Your once-in-a-lifetime wedding is the ultimate expression of your love and who you are as a couple. You choose the venue, the flowers, the tablecloth colors, the lighting, etc. Shouldn’t your music reflect your taste and style too? We customize the playlist for every couple’s wedding and we learn your special songs for you if they are not already in our repertoire. Our planning experts are second to none and we craft every detail of your wedding reception, cocktail hour, and ceremony.

I can't say enough good things about our experience with Ariel Music & Events. We had the band Heartbeat for our wedding and they made the night spectacular. All our family and friends kept asking where we found this band, and how unbelievable they were. We worked closely with Liz to build the perfect timeline for the evening to integrate dancing and fun for the guests throughout the dinner and entire evening. I highly recommend Ariel Music and Events, they are worth every penny.
Alex E., 21 days ago
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Pulse Event Group 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Pulse Event Group has been the tri-state areas premiere event entertainment service for over 15 years. We are a full service entertainment company that offers a wide array of event enhancements such as: Celebrity DJ's & Emcee's, Party Motivators, Photo-Booths, Up-lighting, Event Production, and much more! We are a boutique company that customizes each event to make it unique to our clients liking. No party is too big or too small!

Awarded Best of Zola
Sergio and his team are exactly what you want for your wedding day. They are professional, HYPE, and there for you. Pulse works with you to customize their packages for what you want for your day. This for us included baby photos displayed for our parent dances, custom logo displayed as well, a photobooth, and a superb violinist for our ceremony. They were also extremely attentive to my crazy long detailed must-play list. Their respect for it being your wedding day is truly what makes them stand out, they care and want you to have the best night ever. They truly do it all and they do it seamlessly. All I had to do was say what I wanted and they did it. They made planning entertainment for our day so easy. We wanted our wedding to be a party all night long. We are so thankful to have found Pulse and that we chose them to keep our party going, because they did up until the very last second.
Kimmy C., 4 months ago
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Jeanyo Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Jeanyo Entertainment is more than just a DJ company. We provide upscale experiences for weddings, parties, and private events. Create the ultimate vibe with DJ Jeanyo spinning nonstop hits (all genres), complete with sparklers, smoke machines, Uplighting a 360 video booth, and disco lighting. We take time to create unforgettable memories that your guests deserve. Contact us to learn more about our offerings, rates, and available dates.

Awarded Best of Zola
When my husband and I started our wedding planning journey, we wanted to find a DJ that would be able to play music form both my culture (Haitian) and my husbands (Puerto Rican). During my search, his business popped up on IG. I went through his IG profile and knew he was the one I wanted. I sent his profile to my husband and he sold. What also sold us was all the extra services he had! Everything all in one place. In all I booked the sparklers, smoke machine, 360 Photo Booth, an Emcee, and gobo lights. My first dance, OMG. Guests are sending me videos they took. Being in the experience was one thing. Watching the videos, I couldn’t stop crying at how beautiful it turned out. The smoke machine and sparklers just brought everything together. Everyone RAVED about the 360 booth. And the MUSIC. We didnt stop moving all night. I got so many phone calls that week about how great the music was, how sore people were from dancing all night lol. We had a diverse group of people and he was able to reach everyone. Soooo glad IG was listening lol. Thank you so much DJ Jeanyo!
W N., 7 months ago
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Kernsy Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Kernsy Events is a boutique events company owned and operated by Zach Kerns, an award-winning DJ known professionally as DJ Kernsy. Pulling from over 10 years of experience in the industry, Kernsy is one of the best kept secrets among close-knit circles, sought after for both his tactfully understated demeanor and his exceptional talent behind the decks. Preferring to work closely with couples one-on-one in order to best realize their personal vision, Kernsy is the ideal choice for discerning clients who value both refined and tasteful settings and wild, unforgettable dance parties.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am over the moon with how absolutely perfect things were with DJ Zach! I have very particular music tastes and knew I didn't want your "typical" wedding music (though I'm sure Zach could do a great job with that too); after vibing with Zach on the phone and connecting over our shared love of music, I felt confident he could deliver a wedding I could be personally proud of. And boy, did he deliver! We had an absolutely packed dance floor all night. He did such a fantastic job taking the cue from my song selections and finding the beautiful middle ground between music lover and crowd pleaser. I'm so thrilled Zach was my partner-in-music and helped create my dream wedding!
Lauren S., 5 months ago
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Austin Charnis Guitar 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Austin Charnis is a classical guitarist from Hudson Valley, NY. He specializes in providing both traditional and contemporary music in any style for wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and micro-reception. He has a robust song list to choose from, and can learn special requests on demand. Austin provides all of his own professional grade music equipment, and can provide ceremony sound services/microphones for your officiant, vows and readings.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the pleasure to have Austin play at our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. His music added a very nice, warm, and intimate vibe to our wedding. From the start he was very attentive, prompt, professional, flexible, and was on top of every detail and was easy to reach. His music was top quality and professional. He had all the tools and speakers to setup. He also had a broad selection of music that he can play which was amazing!! Our guests loved his music and so are we. I highly recommend him and I'm sure you'll be happy same as we are!!
Rose T., 3 months ago
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Skylark Music 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Jesse and Justin have been playing music together since they met performing in a band at Disneyland in 2001. After moving to Beacon, NY around the same time, it made sense to start an official wedding music business to share their love of music with some of the many happy couples getting married in the Hudson Valley. One thing they love about playing music for weddings is the variety that is required of them. Every gig is different and they all happen on one of the happiest days of the clients' lives!

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding could not have gone better, and Skylark music was a big part of that. When we started planning we had another DJ in mind who turned out to be unavailable, but after the first time we spoke with Justin it felt that we found an even better fit than our plan A. The ceremony and cocktail hour music was exactly what we were looking for, and it was easy to see how much fun everyone was having on the dance floor. Justin also did a great job as an MC coordinating with us and other parties to keep everything moving smoothly. Overall, it was a 10/10 experience for us and we'd recommend Skylark Music to others in a heartbeat.
Steve, 7 months ago
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Philly Custom DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Newark, NJ

At Philly Custom DJ, we're dedicated to creating unforgettable dance party experiences. Our team of experienced DJs and entertainers will work with you to develop the perfect playlist and bring your vision to life. Our DJs are praised for their ability to mix a great selection of music and keep the dance floor packed. Our photo booth is fully customizable to match your event and a hit with guests. We also offer planning and coordination services and provide an easy-to-use client portal for music, information and planning. Trust us to make your special day one to remember.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Philly Custom DJ was a blast. I wanted to give a special shout out to Adam in particular. He went above an beyond to make our wedding day special. He's incredibly responsive, provided extremely helpful recommendation, and brought so much energy to our actual wedding day. Please do yourself a favor and hire this man!
Jeff, 7 months ago
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HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth 

4.5

  • DJ
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Newark, NJ

HiMotive Entertainment is a Event/Wedding entertainment service company operating out of North Carolina. From highly skilled photographers to DJs, Our ultimate goal is to handle all of your audio-visual needs.

If I can give David a million stars he would deserve every last one of them. He is attentive communication is top-notch. He goes above and beyond with not only the bride and groom but with everyone of your friends and family. Funny heart of Gold talented just to name a few of his qualities. Incredible pricing and he was on time. photos and videos to me we're very impressive quality. We will definitely be hiring David again. Thank you so very much for making our special day even more incredible than we could have ever imagined.
Tina K., a year ago
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Evolving Events NYC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Every event is unique, and we believe yours deserves to be treated that way. Your celebration is special, and our goal is to make it unforgettable. We know clients feel most at ease when vendors are more than just service providers—they’re partners and friends throughout the journey. That’s exactly what we strive to be for you. From planning to the big day and beyond, we’re here to support you. Whether it’s curating a personalized playlist, keeping everything on schedule, or designing a photo booth template to match your theme, we focus on every detail to bring your vision to life. Let’s make it unforgettable!

Awarded Best of Zola
Evolving Events NYC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first conversation, Eric and his team were friendly, easy to communicate with, and incredibly responsive to all of our questions and requests. On the day of our wedding, they brought an unparalleled level of energy and entertainment that kept our friends and family dancing all night long. The music choices were perfectly tailored to our tastes, and the special touches like the sparklers, bubbles, and uplighting really made our wedding feel personal and unique. Even years later, our guests are still raving about how fun our wedding was, all thanks to the incredible team at Evolving Events NYC. We couldn't recommend them more highly!
Alicia H., 6 days ago
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The Music Boutique 

5.0

  • Band/dj
  • Serves Newark, NJ

INSPIRED MUSIC FOR EXCEPTIONAL MOMENTS! We approach every event with the same thought: People Remember Great Live Music! Whether you're creating an elegant & upscale atmosphere, or something fun & funky – the right live music makes a huge impact and creates a lasting memory for your guests! From our upscale, elegant String Trios, to our fun & funky Jazz groups – we play all the hits from Bach to Bruno Mars, Billie Holiday to Beyonce, Nat Cole to Coldplay, and Sinatra to Stevie Wonder! As a boutique collective, we customize each ensemble and setlist based on your vision, so your wedding day feels uniquely like your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Music Boutique was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Scott was extremely helpful and responsive, and always providing us with great ideas, suggestions, and guidance to make our day special. We had a duo playing for our ceremony and during the cocktail hour and then we had a small 3 person band playing for our reception. And it was the perfect amount of people. We had spoken to some other bands and they all kept saying we need some big band for the reception, but since we were having less than 100 people at the wedding, we didn’t think it made sense to have like a 10 person band, it just seemed like it would overwhelm the whole wedding. And we knew we wanted a band component since my father plays guitar and I had a feeling would want to play a song at some point. Then we spoke with Scott, he seemed to understand our vision of having a small band. He loved the idea of my father playing a song, and made suggestions on when was the perfect time for him to play, and even laughed along with our idea of playing “September” by Earth, Wind, and Fire, over and over again, since we were getting married on “the 21st night of September” (we did not do this)! The day of the band was amazing! They even took the time to learn our first dance song, which was a fairly unknown track, and played it beautifully, and surprised us with playing it. Since we thought it was just going to be a recorded version of the song. That was very special to us! And they were more than happy to let my dad play his song to us. Overall, the band's performance was lively and engaging, and they kept our guests dancing all night long. We couldn't have asked for a better band to help make our wedding celebration so memorable, and couldn’t have done it with Scott!
Amy C., 2 months ago
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MC Fish Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Whether it be subdued, elegant, wild or crazy, together we will work to come up with the perfect complement of planning and entertainment for your big event! We handle much more than just your music. We coordinate with all of your vendors or book them for you to make sure we’re all on the same page. We help in the various planning stages of your day and even “coach” a little when asked! Most people don’t plan events like this every day, yet we have done hundreds and we are confident we can help YOU make your special day, one of a kind.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot recommend MC Fish more highly. Not only is he a general joy to be around, but he made sure everything ran smoothly and the music and vibe were exactly what we wanted. He is a caring, dedicated, and highly knowledgeable guy, and I guarantee you and your guests will rave about him at whatever event he’s part of. I’m so glad he was part of our day!
Tracy D., 3 months ago
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Perrone Bros. Entertainment 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Newark, NJ

Perrone Bros. Entertainment is the premier event production company in NY. Featuring the area's most exciting party band, Naked Soul (6X "Best Live Band" winner in Westchester Magazine from 2014 - 2019), we also offer specialty ensembles, soloists, DJs, and performance artists as well as live sound, lighting design, video/multimedia production, lounge furniture, photo booths, and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
Naked Soul (led by Tony and Tom Perrone) absolutely ROCKED at our wedding! Tons of friends and family told us during and afterwards that they were the best wedding band they'd seen, and we might be biased, but we agree wholeheartedly. They were also pretty great to work with, and as a result music was one of the least stressful parts of planning and one of the best memories of the event. The planning process was extremely professional — we had a few calls with Tony to talk over the vibe we were going for in the ceremony, cocktail hour, and dance floor. They sent over a list of a couple hundred songs in their repertoire and we picked 20 or so to anchor their idea of what we were looking for and selected our processionals, recessional, first dance, and parent-child dances. Our first dance was not on their list but they learned it and killed it in their performance. Our venue was a little non-traditional (relatively small room for the dance floorband) and we weren't sure that a full band was going to work in the space, but Tony put us at ease and pulled it off amazingly. One of the points Tony made in the run-up was that the songs we were picking were recommendations, not a set list. The band was going to follow the vibe and play more of whatever style was working with the crowd. This made it so much easier for us to pick songs, and in the end they played a lot of stuff that wasn't in our pics but went over better than we could have dreamed. I never thought I'd say that the best songs at my wedding were from the Backstreet Boys, Spice Girls, and Black Eyed Peas. They knew their audience and the place went wild when they played Everybody (Backstreet's Back). The range of songs that a 10-piece band with a full array of vocalists can pull off is wild. Anyway, 10/10, would book again. If you're in the New York area and looking for a party we can't recommend Perrone Bros/Naked Soul highly enough. Bonus, these pics were taken by Tony and posted to their Instagram after the event.
Madeline and G., a month ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Newark, NJ

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Newark, NJ?

Live bands typically range from $200 to $18,500, averaging at $5,000. DJs range from $150 to $4,000 and average at $1,500. 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! 77% of bands and DJs in Newark, NJ cover cocktail hour and 77% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 69% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

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

59% of bands in Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ?

The most popular bands in Newark, NJ are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Sweet Harmony and The Creswell Club. The most popular DJs are Dj Lennox: DJ And Photo Booth Services, Pulse Event Group and Go Event Group - Go DJ.

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