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East Coast is the New York area’s finest resource for live wedding music. East Coast band has the finest and most professional live musicians available for your New York wedding. We play all types of events all over New York City and Long Island. We are a top notch band that has the expertise to play all the most engaging genres of music. Our musicians can perform a broad range of styles to keep all of your guests entertained.

While the band does know a lot of songs, knowing is only part of it. We are experienced, talented, and professional performers that has the skill to play the perfect mix of music. East Coast is a fantastic live wedding band with a great repertoire and presence that will be a hit with your guests. Whether we play the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, or all three, you will sure to be getting the best music that New York has to offer.

East Coast is one of the most requested bands and are available to play any and all events in New York and the tri-state area. Since we are an experienced live party band, we understand the pacing of events. We play the right music, at the right time, and help move your event along to run smoothly.  Check out our audio and video pages to see what we can do!

East Coast has been known as the tri-state areas leading live wedding band. We bring a level of professionalism and energy that is unsurpassed! We are there from the very first moment to personally assist you with every phase of your wedding reception planning to ensure you a stress free experience. East Coast will deliver an exciting can’t miss repertoire.

Budget and personal preference will determine whether you hire a band or a DJ or both for your wedding. The big difference between East Coast and a DJ is the difference between hearing your favorite song on the radio or at a concert. We can accommodate every request and deliver your special songs the way you want them played for your wedding event. With talent and dedication we will provide you with the atmosphere you desire for your reception. If there are songs that you need played by the original artist, we offer a band/DJ combination.

We play music from all genres. What sets East Coast apart is the bands ability to play an eclectic repertoire with stylistic accuracy. Hiring a live wedding band brings a level of sophistication, elegance, and entertainment that is not possible with a DJ alone. We bring the magic of a live musical performance to your wedding reception. You and your guests will be talking about your New York wedding experience for years to come! Take a look at our audio and video pages to see what we do!
 

There are so many event opportunities where you should hire a band. Any party, wedding, or corporate event will need music. Unfortunately, not knowing any better, people will hire a boring and common DJ. People become intimidated when hiring a band because they are entering into something that is new and uncommon. However there is nothing more interactive or dance floor filling than when you hire a live band.

Here are a few simple steps to go through when you are looking to hire a band:

–  Check that your venue allows you to hire a band. Even when venues have the necessary licenses, you should always check if they have any noise limitations. It may be necessary to ask the band to play a quieter style. East Coast is sure to oblige!

–  Be sure the venue has enough space and power. If there is a small performance space, then having a ten piece band will not work out well. East Coast has many combinations of musicians that can be arranged to suit your needs.

–  Think about the best time for the band to set-up. If the room where they are performing in is the same where the rest of the day’s events are taking place it may be necessary for the band to set up early in the day.

–  Don’t forget to take care of the band. The band may have a long journey to get to you, they will carry all their equipment, and set up and do sound checks all before they rock the house! They are always grateful for refreshments and possibly a space to relax and change into stage attire.

–  Consider the band’s payment. Remember to think about how you are going to be paying. No band leader wants to interrupt you later on in the night to ask for payment. Try and think about this beforehand or designate the task to the best man.

 
 
There are definitely wedding songs we all hear at every wedding we go to. Some are cheesy, inappropriate, or just plain bad! When most people are planning for their wedding reception, they continuously are requesting songs. However there needs to be a list of “absolutely under no circumstances are you to play” wedding songs. When you are planning for a reception with wedding music, we have some tips of what not to play.

Do Not Play List:

1. Who Let The Dogs Out– Baha Men

2. Tequila– The Champs

3. Dude Looks Like A Lady– Aerosmith

4. My Humps– Black Eyed Peas

5. My Heart Will Go On– Celine Dion

6. Celebration– Kool and The Gang

7. Cha Cha Slide– Casper

And anything about break ups or heart break or cheating such as:
 
8. I Will Always Love You– Whitney Houston

9. I Will Survive– Gloria Gaynor

10. Jesse’s Girl– Rick Springfield

11. Lips Of An Angel– Hinder

These are just a few cheesy wedding songs and this list is sure to spark some ideas for you of what you don’t want to hear. The benefit of having a live wedding band play is that even if some of  these cheesy songs are requested, they will be given new life by our talented musicians. Having a live band perform songs for your wedding brings an explosive and youthful energy to your wedding reception.

Here we’ve collected a list of wedding songs that, when played at the end of your reception, will surely make your guests laugh…or at least crack a smile!

1. “Making Whoopee” Eddie Cantor

2. “Please Don’t Talk About Me When I’m Gone” Ann-Margret or Louis Armstrong

3. “Hit the Road Jack” Buster Poindexter or Ray Charles

4. “Let’s Get It On” Marvin Gaye

5. “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place” The Animals

6. “Happy Trails” Van Halen or Roy Rogers and Dale Evans

7. “Why Don’t We Get Drunk and Screw” Jimmy Buffet

8. “Don’t Leave Me This Way” Thelma Houston or Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes

9. “Star-Spangled Banner” Jimi Hendrix

10. “Bye Bye Bye” ‘N Sync

11. “Friends In Low Places” Garth Brooks

It is true that DJs seem to be the most popular choice for a wedding reception. But have you considered a live band to provide your wedding music? Live wedding entertainment will completely transform your wedding reception. There is nothing as amazing and classy as a live band.

Size of the band:

When you book a wedding band, the size of the group is an important consideration. The amount of guests and size of the venue should be considered when hiring live wedding music. East Coast’s flagship band is a 6-10 piece party band with 5 male and female vocalists. We provide ensembles to accommodate ceremonies, cocktail hours, and can adjust to your guest list and venue size.

What to look for when you see the wedding band perform:

When you come to see East Coast play live, you are not there to just enjoy it but you are there to assess if we are right for you! You can decide what things you like and don’t like and what songs you would specifically like to be featured at your wedding.

Have your questions ready:

You need to be ready to ask important questions such as date availability and what the specific charges are.

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When you choose to hire a live wedding music for your New York event, East Coast is the way to go!

East Coast is a versatile and energetic band that has been long renowned as the tri-state area’s favorite party band! Whether they play a public party at a restaurant or a private event such as a wedding, East Coast creates the fun party experience that can’t be missed. The musical entertainment for your event is the most important part of the party. It’s the first thing your guests will notice when they arrive and it will be the force that moves the party along and bring people together. East Coast delivers a ton of personality, energy, and excitement. East Coast provides top tier entertainment at affordable prices. Our mission is to provide a quality performance that gives your guests the best experience possible.

We provide ensembles that accommodate wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours and more! We offer band and DJ combos if that is what your event requires. East Coast is an incredible live band with outstanding resources for anyone planning a family or corporate event. Whether you crave black tie elegance or a dance party frenzy, East Coast delivers each and every time with tons of personality, excitement and a “can’t miss” repertoire. Equally important, we are there from the very first moment to personally assist you with every phase of your entertainment planning, ensuring a thoroughly stress free experience.

When you are planning a wedding event, you want it to be the party of a lifetime. You invite the best guests, get the best caterers to provide the best food and wine, and book the most wonderful venue you could find. You order the best flowers, transportation and the most beautiful gown and tuxedos. What details you may be overlooking may be the key from turning the party from good to fantastic. Hiring a live band for your New York wedding is the lifeline to your event! There is probably an infinite number of choices you can make when you are looking to choose your live wedding music. While you want the wedding music to reflect your unique personality, you do want to also take a few other things into consideration when planning the live entertainment for your wedding. East Coast has a wealth of knowledge and experience in playing live wedding music.

Hiring a live band will charge up the mood of your wedding and your guests will have a blast. Live music works for any event, not just weddings. East Coast plays corporate events, anniversaries and more! Live music is the best way to ensure the success of your party. East Coast plays all genres of music so regardless of your specific tastes, we can liven up the day with a streak of creativity. If you want to set your wedding or event in New York stand out among the rest, hire East Coast for your live band!

Whatever kind of party that you are hosting, live party bands can make all the difference. A good cover band can make your event great. East Coast band can make your event outstanding! The live entertainment you choose must be able to please anyone. They must be familiar with the classics, the popular songs of today, as well as obscure songs that Aunt Fanny wants to hear. There are plenty of cover bands out there in the New York area. Some specialize in only one particular type of music or one band or artist. East Coast band is incredibly versatile and can get your event to sound just as you want it.

East Coast band has stellar sound and energy. You can take a listen and watch on our audio and video pages. Our live party band is sure to suit your purposes. Whether you are hosting and planning a corporate event or a wedding reception, the right entertainment is the best way to ensure the best event possible.

Good wedding entertainment is the key to a successful wedding celebration. When you are planning for your wedding, there might be a big debate amongst you, your spouse-to-be, and your friends or family regarding a live wedding band vs a DJ. Any good wedding entertainer can play variety as well as set the proper ambiance you desire for your New York wedding event.

Band?

A live wedding band is a one of a kind experience. Seeing music played live is a unique way to let your wedding shine brighter than all the others. East Coast plays all types of music and has wonderful energy and can play the music you want with integrity. A band will give you the human connection that adds emotion to your wedding reception. With East Coast Band, you can rest assured you will have a successful event. We work side by side with our newlyweds to make sure the night is unforgettable.

…or DJ?

The songs will be played by the exact musician but will have no personality and it will be the equivalent of being played in your car. The emcee could also be totally overwhelming for a wedding event and even be a bit cheesy. They have signs, dancers, and silly blow up toys that are best suited for a sweet 16. Also using a DJ can run the risk of their equipment breaking or some other catastrophe you probably don’t even want to think of. When you hire a live band no matter what, the show will go on. East Coast Band provides a one of a kind experience like no other. DJ’s are a dime a dozen and more common, make your wedding party unique and hire East Coast Band for your New York Wedding!

   
If you need a song played by the original musicians, we offer a band/DJ combo for all our events. This ensures that you get the best of both worlds without sacrificing the unique touch of having live music at your wedding.