"Motion picture" looking band videos (not ours - 😆) are recorded on sound stages, with super expensive cameras & lighting, & recording studios & all kinds of effects - then the singing is lip-synced to previously recorded audio while the video part is being filmed.
There's NOTHING at all wrong with famous recording artists doing that - it's exactly how music videos on channels like MTV are made.
BUT, that's often not how it's going to look or sound at YOUR event. And if you think about it, you're NOT hiring a "movie" - you're hiring a BAND. And, in our opinion, what you should want is a good idea as to what that's REALLY going to be like.
..So.. while our videos are nowhere near as "Hollywood-like" as others - our band singing & playing IS being recorded LIVE while the videos are shot ..meaning that's HOW WE SOUND! Not how some recording studio sounds..
We respectfully submit our videos show a realistic & accurate impression of what you are actually going to get with us at YOUR event - as opposed to a staged look that just isn't realistic, without piling on $$ for lots of extra "stuff"
And, that means we will look & sound this way at YOUR event too! ...Most of our clients say our videos don't do us justice.. Ok then.. but we think that's a LOT better than seeing a band that looks & sounds online like Hollywood & then getting something MASSIVELY worse at your wedding.. Don't you agree?
It doesn't hurt to know what to - REALISTICALLY - expect! 😍
"John, thank you again!
Thanks to you the party could not have been more of a success!
The guests that heard you before knew what to expect,
those that hadn't raved about you after the party.
Thanks again!
-- Tom Walsh
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"You and your band were FANTASTIC!"
"You sounded great, and you were a pleasure to work with."
-- Alli Frymoyer
PITTSBURGH OPERA
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"JPBand was honestly the highlight of our wedding.
The guests didn't leave the dance floor, couldn't stop talking about their talent, and kept asking if they would travel to different states for upcoming weddings.
I HIGHLY recommend John and his band.."
-- Catie & Ken Klar
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"John! Everything was great and definitely exceeded our expectations!
Our guests were so impressed - many even said they wished John performed publicly so they could go watch the band again!
Thanks so much for everything!!
-- Suzanne and Chris
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“John! You did an excellent job!
Everyone loved you! the John Parker Band was amazing! I would give 10 stars if I could!
You are all incredibly talented and certainly know how to get the party started.
Talk to you at the next family wedding”
-- Tracy Grady
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"not many bands can go from Sweet Caroline, Bon Jovi & Nelly in the same night!... Everyone loved you guys... thanks for a GREAT job!" - U.S. Congressman Tim Ryan READ MORE BAND REVIEWS
"Hi John,
Thank you so much for an amazing night!!
You guys were awesome, everyone had so much fun.
We really appreciate everything, and hope to see you at friends weddings in the future!
Emily and Colin"
-- Mr & Mrs Colin and Emily Gleason
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“We booked the John Parker Band for our wedding reception at a local hotel and could not recommend them more for events!
We were very impressed with John’s professionalism, respect for our wishes, and of course the talent of the band members!
John knows how to conduct a high-quality, coordinated event in your image and ensure everyone is on the dance floor!
And no breaks!!”
-- Erik Hames & Alix
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“John Parker Band played for our wedding, and they were absolutely fantastic!
They kept the party going all night. Everyone is still raving about them months later.
John was very quick to respond to emails and calls, and he was very accommodating to our requests.
I highly recommend them!”
-- Annie Otaibi
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"John,
It was a pleasure hearing you sing with passion.
Hope to book you [again] soon with an event in Baltimore."
-- John Paterakis
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"Thank you for making our vision for our wedding a reality.
More than anything, Michael and I wanted the reception to be a party, with lots of dancing. And that’s exactly the mood you and the band provided.
Your song selections were excellent, and the music (and fun) never stopped.
You really made the night perfect and were so professional. Having you provide the entertainment for the wedding was one of the best decisions that we made!"
...Ann & Michael
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"thank you for the MAGNIFICENT job you and your band did
We cannot even begin to tell you how thrilled we were with the music at the reception and how many compliments we received.
..my brother in law played professionally for Tom Jones and Donny and Marie Osmond in Vegas and on tour around the world.. He was so impressed with not only your music but your ability to interact with our guests.
You guys really helped to make the night one to remember!"
-- Marianne & Mark Moulden
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At events, people that shoot video on their phones have NO idea where to stand so it doesn't sound weird, or look dark - but we're NOT going to send out some cameraman to interrupt people's events! - So... we take what we get & just have to accept what's here is not great sounding or looking.
Also, sometimes people seem to like to record the most "interactive" moments, like JP singing to the crowd, or the guests acting goofy, etc... and accordingly, that's a lot of what you see here. While those moments are unquestionably fun - all the video of it might leave the impression that's all we do - While nothing could be further from the truth.
There's a time & place for that kind of thing - please trust we have the common sense to know when that's the case! :)
“You are one of the main reasons our day was perfect and we are forever thankful for that.
We had such a fun time and even our out-of-town guests wanted the name of your band.
I cannot thank you enough for how nice you are and how talented & amazing you and your band are!
Words truly cannot describe how thankful we are :)”
-- Maura and Nik
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"I just wanted to thank you for the amazing job you and your band did for our wedding.
You guys were absolutely perfect, amazing, wonderful and fun.
If not for you guys, the wedding reception would of been a total disaster.
We just wanted to say, that we can't thank you enough and you guys were Awesome !!!
-- Tina & Jimmy Smith
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THANK YOU!!! You guys were amazing! People are still talking about it! What a fun party! ...Trent and I had a blast! Thank you again, Shallen & Trent Flory READ MORE JPBAND REVIEWS
"..thank you for making the evening WONDERFUL! We have had countless guests tell us how great you were and you really got the crowd going.
I truly believe you made the night unforgettable!
I have to say it was first for both Josh and I to crowd surf- but it was hilarious and a great photo!
I hope to see you again soon at another event! You were fabulous! Can't thank you enough!.."
- Patricia Graham
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“We were beyond impressed with John Parker's performance, professionalism and the ease of working with him for our Palm Beach destination wedding.
All we've heard from our guests since the wedding (mostly from NYC) was how they were completely blown away by his performance, and we couldn't agree more!
John and band were fantastic, from his & female vocalist's voices and the band & sound, to his upbeat emceeing and ability to keep everyone on the dance floor throughout the night.
We're incredibly grateful to JP for making our special day absolutely unforgettable. Thank you John!”
-- Brendon & Amy
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“John Parker was SO organized and professional, he made everything very easy.
Kept us organized through the whole process from the beginning when we first met & booked the band - up until our wedding day. He was with us & quick to help whenever we needed advice or suggestions.
When it came to the band, we were blown away.. our guests all danced endlessly & the band was so fun.
All in all can't say enough good things about our experience with JP! Our friends and family keep telling us about “that band”, even now, weeks later.. Best wedding ever!”
-- Anna & David Hasselman
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“We saw John at another wedding and had to try to get him for ours..
He and his band were really fun and popular with our guests.
Def knows how to handle the crowd and keep them dancing, and is way better vs. others we had seen at our friends' weddings. (they said that too!)
So glad we were able to get him, very highly recommended!”
-- Allison Carver
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“John & band were nothing short of amazing at our reception, & he was always very helpful throughout the process.
We did not have to worry about anything!
My husband & many of our guests are in the performing arts & we really appreciated their playing & singing, and people won't stop telling us we need to plan another party have them again.
Really appreciate you all being with us on our special day. Thank you JP!”
-- Jenna Marshall
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"...We would like to say THANK YOU! You and your band made our wedding awesome. Everyone was raving about you and your band's talents. From your range, depth, and selection everyone had a great time....Several couples have already approached us about contacting your band in the future. Just like the website shows and our guests did too, you guys get people out there on the dance floor having fun and letting loose, wanting to get a picture and sing with you. We can't convey in words truly what a wonderful day we had and reception with your band's performance. We really do hope to see your band in the future many times at weddings or perhaps other events. You are a sincere, genuine person and a pleasure to work with during our wedding stress, and not to mention an amazing performer. We would be happy to recommend you to anyone..." - Kevin & Lindsay Mullaney
"John Parker Band: You guys were absolutely amazing!
I cannot even express how much every detail and effort you put into every song meant to me and my entire family and friends. I am so thankful I was able to have you entertain at my wedding
Thank you for also being so generous and accommodating to the songs requested and the "wild and rambunctious" crowd we had.
You all are so wonderful!! I hope you all had as much fun performing as we did dancing and singing along! Thanks again!"
-- Jaci Masco
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“WOW! John Parker and his band ROCK!
My wife and I booked John for our wedding reception. From start to finish, they really set the tone & had our guests dancing all night!
We received countless compliments from friends and family about how great they were. They excelled in every music genre we requested..
..from newer music to 80s rock to Frank Sinatra. They had guests from 2 to 96 dancing for the entire time.”
-- Justin & Emily Lazzaro
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"The band was incredible in both sound and accommodation.
They played amazing music at a sound level perfect for guests to still be able to converse during dinner and then raised it up to get everyone dancing for a great party.
I can report that most all my guests said this was the best party they had ever attended and the band was a big part."
-- David Fischell
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