The Best Soul & Motown Wedding Bands & DJs in Ishpeming, MI

The Best Soul & Motown Wedding Bands & DJs in Ishpeming, MI

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34 Wedding Bands & DJs in Ishpeming, MI

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Chime Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI

Our WEDDING DJs will infuse you and your guests with the most memorable euphoria. We are talking about all of it – imagine dancing all night long, being surrounded by your favorite people who will remember this moment for the rest of their lives, and everyone just having an epic time celebrating your love story! We are the ones who will bring this vision to reality. Translating all of your dreams and every detail you have been imagining – giving you the ultimate perfect wedding! From saying I DO to the iconic first dance, everything will unfold seamlessly.

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Adam was so great as our DJ! We loved getting to chat with him multiple times before the big day and he did a great job. He also let me try out the turn tables and that was super fun!
Emily F., 3 months ago
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Bluewater Kings Band 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI
  • Offer

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Reach out to get started! Visit our website for upcoming showcase dates where you can see the band perform LIVE before booking. You can also tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. We also offer Photo & Video services!

We were thrilled with the Bluewater Kings Band for our wedding! Owen was fantastic to work with - he was prompt, organized, and enthusiastic in his communication. We splurged on adding a sax player and were so glad we did - it really brought an extra layer of talent and fun. The band absolutely nailed our preferred musical vibe. As soon as the music started, the dance floor filled up and stayed packed all night long! The set list matched our taste perfectly. The band brought a highly professional yet fun energy that kept the party going. Their musicianship was top-notch and their song selection had something for all our guests to enjoy. We felt like royalty celebrating with the Bluewater Kings Band behind us - choosing them was one of the best decisions we made for our big day!
Amanda S., 5 months ago
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Wildside Entertainment By DJ ZIk 

4.3

  • DJ
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI

We are professional entertainers with over 20 years of experience for weddings, parties, corporate events, birthday parties, trivia, and other celebrations. We enjoy making sure everyone is having a good time and keep the energy flowing in any atmosphere we are in. We are skilled at mixing music to engage the audience and have an extensive range of music to please all. We are equipped with a great sound set up and lighting system. We are very timely, professional, and outgoing. We look forward to making you a happy customer if you so choose us for your event!

We hired Wildside for our wedding in March 2023. We had DJ Eddie and he was so great. So easy to communicate with day of, and there was never an awkward pause on the dance floor. He played all our planned songs (down the aisle, first dances) without any issues and stuck to our desires when it comes to general dancing (only 2000’s music).
Jordan + T., 9 months ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI
  • 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!

I have now been to two events that A Better DJ & Photographer were hired for. One was a wedding. They kept the crowd dancing for hours, they were fun! The other time was a 20th anniversary party - once again, they made it fun for everyone that attended.
P. H., 5 months ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI

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., 3 months ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI

Felix and Fingers is the highest rated dueling piano company in the country. It is a full service, all-inclusive, events entertainment option specializing in wedding, corporate, social, and fundraiser events. We are an organization of highly talented individuals trained to accommodate your wedding needs with professionalism and fun. Should you need background music, no problem! Emcee the introductions… done! Whatever you want playing, we take care of it! Live or DJed, When it’s time for everyone to hit the dance floor, F&F will get your guests dancing, with every show being unique and tailored to you and your guest's requests!

Felix & Fingers was the best addition to my wedding! We had a BLAST. It’s the best mix between a live band and sing along karaoke (but you don’t want your uncle to get the mic, you know?). They did beautiful ceremony music, incredible sax jazz during cocktail hour to keep it classy. Then, they kept everyone engaged and entertained for the reception, from my aunt in a walker to my college friends twerking. We danced the night away but lost our voices from screaming along with the songs too. 10/10 you can’t go wrong with dueling pianos - DJs and wedding bands are out, Felix & Fingers is IN!
Kelsey S., 9 months ago
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Denise Davis And The Motor City Sensations 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI

Denise Davis have performed at the most popular entertainment venues in Metro-Detroit, including Greektown and Hollywood Casinos, The Motor City Casino, The Music Hall Jazz Café, Centerline Music Festival, Eastpointe Concert in the Park, Oak Park Concert in the Park, The Susan Komen Race for the Cure, The Concert of Colors Music Festival, and The Great Lakes Art Fair. She has share the stage with Legends, Contours, Funk Brothers, Spyder Turner, Charles Davis, Mary Reeves. Was the opening act for Cherelle, Alexander O’Neal, Mary Jane Girls, Midnight Star, Con Fun Shun, Switch, Regina Belle, Bunny and Chico DeBarge.

We've had the honor and pleasure of booking this band for over ten years, and each performance has been phenomenal. Denise Davis and the Motor City Sensations bring a plethora of music, from jazz to blues to funk and your favorite r&b cover song, plus originals. This group caters to your musical needs, whether a private event, concert, or festival. They get the crowd to engage in their music and leave you with an unforgettable event.
AGAINST ALL ODDS, 3 years ago
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Soundfire Dj 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI

When it has to be "once-in-a-lifetime". SoundFire DJ was established with a single goal in mind: to bring the next-level DJ experience to the Northeast Wisconsin market. A market that has otherwise only experienced DJs that emulated the radio, or what a regular person could do with an iPod. Now, more than ever, having a big music library isn't what matters about a DJ. It's about having a creative professional that knows how to lead a party, and bring it to a successful outcome with some class and pizazz!

Soundfire DJ did an exceptional job with our wedding on July 11, 2020 in Door County. The detail and hard work that was put into our ceremony and reception was really what put SFDJ above any other wedding DJ I have experienced. Shawn was excellent with talking to our guests and staying open to schedule changes throughout the night. He kept in contact with me throughout the entire wedding and was super fun and brought a great energy! Tyler’s music was amazing. I loved that he fused a bunch of songs that we requested together to make it more fun. He read the room and would play slow songs or fast songs at perfect times. Requests were always granted and they had an awesome selection of songs available. I loved that we were able to make playlists beforehand with their easy-to-use website. I also appreciated that we would get monthly emails with general wedding reminders of what is typically done that month during wedding planning. That was super helpful for myself who did not hire a wedding planner and had zero experience with planning events. SFDJ truly helped make our special day absolutely perfect, regardless of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since our wedding in 2020, we have been to several weddings of our friends and family that used SFDJ simply because of the experience they had at our wedding! I look forward to going to other events in the future with you guys!
Chelsie & J., 2 years ago
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Euphoria Band - Chicago 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI

With over 20 years of combined experience in the wedding and corporate events industry, EUPHORIA is committed to offering our clients a diverse musical soundtrack with dynamic high-energy performances to create an unforgettable event. Comprised of experienced, professional musicians, EUPHORIA brings a uniquely customized experience to your event with a diverse repertoire of classic to current hits. If you want to git down to some Motown...hit da club with some Dance Pop...relive an epic Rock Anthem or two...or scoot your boots to a lil Country...EUPHORIA will take you there!

Euphoria Band played for my cousins wedding and we knew we wanted them to be a part of our day. I am so happy we were able to have them because they are beyond amazing in every way possible! Gary is incredible!!! He was so great every step of the way and made our wedding so perfect. Thank you guys so much for everything we love you guys!!!! Lauren, Alex & Buddy
Lauren & A., 3 years ago
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Music on the Go DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI

We are a completely family-owned and operated business. Corey, our DJ, started the company in 1995 in Wisconsin Rapids, WI with two walkmans and a Radio Shack mixing board. In 1996 we expanded to offer karaoke and the sound system grew. We continued to grow our business by adding a photo booth and uplighting. Today our music collection has expanded to thousands of songs and is still growing daily. All of our equipment has been upgraded and we use state of art LED lighting. If you are looking for a top-notch DJ company that prides itself on customer service, you've come to the right place!

By far the best around, they really know what they’re doing and they always make it fun! Amazing and unique services, the friendliest couple to work with and great prices.
The Velveteen Cake Co., 2 years ago
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Divergence Entertainment LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI for additional fees

Welcome to Divergence Entertainment LLC – Spectacular Wedding Celebrations Since 2016! Based in Oxford, MI and proudly serving Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana, we always go above and beyond to make sure our couples experience a wonderful, stress-free wedding day with all expectations exceeded! We have been the architect of unforgettable weddings since 2016! We provide your song choices and happily accommodate every specific wedding detail. We're not just DJs; we're dream-weavers, turning your envisioned wedding into a reality.

DJ Divergence (Quinn) was the our DJ at my wedding just last year in Frankfort, MI and man did he keep the party going! Not only did he accommodate all our song requests, do’s & don’t plays, but he even kept us on schedule with toasts, family dances, and last dance of the night. He was such a pleasure to work with, would highly recommend him for any wedding or formal event (as I already have to my friends for their upcoming wedding!).
Shannon S., a year ago
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Kuhl Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI for additional fees

For over a decade, the DJs at Kuhl Entertainment have served over 1000 couples from Madison to WI Dells, from San Juan to Key West, and back again. Our commitment to professionalism is evident in every aspect of what we do - from the equipment we use, the people we employ, and the materials we provide to couples in order to streamline your planning process. We're a team of DJs with a range of experience and musical tastes, some of whom have DJed well over 100 weddings with the company. We offer a wide range of services including receptions, ceremony sound, photo booth rental, multimedia packages, uplighting, pinspot lighting, and more.

Josh and his team are amazing to work with! One of my worries was that no one would be on the dance floor. That wasn’t the case — dance floor was NEVER empty!
Brandi, a year ago
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Sound Love Audio 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,395
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI for additional fees

What is Sound Love Audio? Sound Love Audio DJ Entertainment & Uplighting is a Milwaukee-based full service wedding DJ service, providing lighting, sound and DJ equipment & services to wedding clients across Wisconsin and beyond. Sound Love Audio DJ Entertainment & Uplighting is owned and operated by Collin Bischoff. In addition to DJing, Collin is also certified to officiate weddings, and has experience as an officiant. Sound Love Audio DJ Entertainment & Uplighting is a LGBTQ friendly business that believes strongly in marriage equality.

Sound love audio did a phenomenal job, not just on the day of our wedding but everyday leading up to
Stephanie A., 7 months ago
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Avalon The Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI for additional fees

I have been a professional musician for my entire life. My mom was a music teacher & started me on piano at age 5. At 14, I discovered singing & the guitar. They have been a big part of my life since. I am an alum of Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA & toured the country extensively. Wedding receptions have always been my favorite because of the wonderful joyous feeling in the air. I enjoy putting on a great show & exceeding the client's expectations. I own a music school and understand that the customer is king. I've done over 300 weddings & always do my best to ensure that your special day is spectacular.

Awarded Best of Zola
Rich and Avalon The Band played at our daughter's wedding. They were awesome! Rich's communications skills were great, prompt and informative. He lead us through what to expect and gave us insight as this was our first wedding we hosted. They were able to handle sound for the wedding ceremony and it was set up without having to remind or ask, which was appreciated. Rich helped us find a string duo to play during the wedding ceremony too. Rich guided us through the beginning of the reception and helped facilitate the order of speeches and again provided sound for that. The band is great, fun and people danced all night. Rich is kind, honest and works very hard to make sure we had what we wanted. What more can you ask for!
Joan V., 3 years ago
The Salamanders 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI 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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Ryan Shephard 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI for additional fees

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.

Ryan Shephard was an absolute pleasure to work with as our wedding singer. From our first call, his communication was thorough and consistent. He was incredibly kind and made the whole planning process easy. On the day of, his quality of work was detailed, he was very prepared, and he had fun positive attitude. Ryan learned multiple songs just for our wedding and traveled a long distance to be there, which we really appreciated. Everyone at our wedding LOVED him! His voice was amazing and really added the vibe we wanted to our wedding. He was also flexible with using songs we wanted from Spotify and playing live music. We couldn't have asked for more. He is phenomenal!
Claire G., a month ago
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Cuarteto Guataca 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI for additional fees

Bassist and bandleader Josh Levine got his start in the professional music business busking in SoHo with The Flying Neutrinos in ’93, so when NYC shut down in Spring of 2020, he capitalized on his experience as a street performer and began to play regularly in the parks of NYC with percussionist and sonero, Jainardo Batista, renowned flutist Itai Kriss making his debut on Cuban trés guitar, and María Raquel on vocals and minor percussion. Before long, the quartet had generated some buzz, several venues hired them to play outdoors and pianist Gabriel Chakarji and Grammy winning flutist and vocalist Jeremy Bosch became staples of the group.

I have used Cuarteto Guataca both personally (birthdays, family events) and professionally as a wedding/ event florist and event planner for YEARS. Every time they manage to get everyone on their feet. They are super professional always and extremely easy to work with. Hands down, Josh and his band will always be my first choice for latin entertainment (any entertainment for that matter)!!
Leatal Cohen, 3 years ago
R&R Sound and Lighting 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI for additional fees

A memorable night is created with the perfect selection of wedding services that showcase their expertise, professionalism, and experience. Our experience, customer service, passion for entertaining, and profound sound and lighting systems allows us to make your dream wedding a reality. Setting the tone of any wedding vision is achievable with an elegant glow from up-lighting, personalized monogram, lighting illuminating the dance floor, and crystal clear sound throughout the entire venue. If this fits your vision, I would love to connect with you to see how we can make your dream become a reality.

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I've known Ryan almost as long as I have been in the industry. The services he provides go well above & beyond just being a DJ! He cares about his clients & giving them the experience they are dreaming of. With a wide range of add ons from uplighting to customized song lists you can tailor your experience in partnership with him. In an industry where we see 20-30 new couples a year it means so much to him that you leave feeling like you were cared for but more importantly that you're family. From a vendor perspective Ryan adamantly believes in being part of the team, works swell with video + photo teams (like myself) to ensure we are staying on schedule for the day, but that none of your essential moments are captured!
Ashley Auger, 3 years ago
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Celebrity Productions 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Ishpeming, MI for additional fees

As the owner of Celebrity Productions, I want you to know why we are here — our thoughts, our goals, and most importantly, our promise to you. Professional services that cater to your every need. We want you to feel comfortable and confident with your decision to hire Celebrity Productions. We want to help you bring your vision to reality. In-person consultations with the owner. Why leave your special day in the hands of anyone else? With over 10 years of experience, we will help you plan every step of your wedding, from music selection, timeline and so much more.

My husband and I met Chad, the owner, a few months before our wedding. He was very straightforward with what would and might not work well with our venue. We opted for lights and a photo booth. The song selection was great! Our family had the time of their lives alone sending in requests. The wedding day? AMAZING. He and his coworker, Eric, easily read the room to keep the music going. Our guests enjoyed them very much and let us know how much fun they had at our reception. We do not regret a single bit about having Celebrity Productions as our DJ!!
Angeline J., a year ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Ishpeming, MI

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Ishpeming, MI?

Live bands typically range from $1,900 to $18,500, averaging at $3,500. DJs range from $150 to $1,900 and average at $1,200. 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! 87% of bands and DJs in Ishpeming, MI cover cocktail hour and 83% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 73% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

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

63% of bands in Ishpeming, MI 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 Ishpeming, MI?

The most popular bands in Ishpeming, MI are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Music Lifeline DJ & Photobooth, DJ Davis Mallory and Falcon Film Studios.

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