"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 & 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
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"You and your band were FANTASTIC!"
"You sounded great, and you were a pleasure to work with."
-- Alli Frymoyer
PITTSBURGH OPERA
MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"You and your band were terrific at the St. Joe's Gala last night"
"Many thanks for helping to make the event very successful......
......for getting the guests seated.....
.....giving the auction updates etc, etc, etc. "
Best wishes for continued success!
-- Jane Zimmerman - SAINT JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC ACADEMY
MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"...we thought everything was fantastic. We've heard so many great things from our guests who had such a good time, very much helped out by the band. Everyone especially loved your refusal to stop when the folks at the [venue] tried to cut us off early. So thanks again for being such an important and wonderful part of our celebration. We'll be sure to tell people how great it was and hope we are fortunate enough to attend another one of your events in the future" -- Mike & Whitney Johnston MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"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
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
John Parker and Band are not only extraordinary musicians but the ultimate professionals in the music industry.
John's attention to details and service are second to none.
He had everyone up and dancing the entire evening. I highly recommend them!!
-- Diane Pion
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
“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
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"Thank you so much for putting on an amazing entertainment for our guests. I keep getting so many compliments of how good the band was.
You guys are truly awesome! I'm glad to hear you also had a great time! Thanks for letting my brother sing us a song:) He's so wonderful and it was such a special gift!
Thank you again, I will be recommending you guys to everyone that is having a wedding!
-- Amy Rufolo
MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"Thank you for a wonderful occasion and memory for all of us always.
Everyone enjoyed themselves and your performance made it fun. All the best"
- Dan Rooney, Pittsburgh Steelers
READ MANY MORE REVIEWS
"Hi John, Thank YOU! We were excited that you were able to perform for Anne’s wedding and Dan’s party. I have one simple requirement for a fabulous party: The John Parker Band! The dance floor was always packed, and no one wanted to leave. People were complementing ME, when all I did was call YOU. How can I take credit for that?! Even non-dancers were up there dancing. So many commented on your talent, range of songs, and that the music never stopped for a break. So thanks for making the party such a fun success!.." -- Barb Eichenlaub READ MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
John- We have returned from Belize, but are still trying to believe that everything really happened.
Every conversation that we have with friends and family who were in attendance involves you and your band. You all were really incredible! We can not wait to see the videos and the photos to relive that night.
Thank you so much for everything, wishing you the best!
-- -Zach and Cara Carter
READ MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"WOW, is all I can say!
Our party was a hit because of you and your band---you guys really were the best band we, and our guests, have seen.
We had a lot of people come to us (and call us afterwards) and tell us so!
Thanks again and if there's a review I can write for you, I'd love to!"
- Corrie McKenzie
READ MORE JPB REVIEWS
------------------------> SCROLL or SWIPE to the right to see ALL the clips! -------------------->
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! :)
“Every year we hear nothing but rave reviews about your FABULOUS entertainment.
Mardi Gras just wouldn’t be the same without you.
We’ll see you next Fat Tuesday!”
-- Peggy Beem Jelley - President - Epilepsy Foundation
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"If you want your guests to have a great time and enjoy every second of your reception, then book John Parker!
From day one, I was impressed with John and his professionalism. John takes care of everything. From venue coordination to setting the atmosphere as your MC.
He's adaptable to any situation and makes changes on the fly if something comes up. Bottom line - he and his band are worth it!!"
-- Jon Forte
READ MORE JP BAND REVIEWS
"You guys were absolutely fabulous!!
You all were everything and more and you made our wedding day truly the most fun day of our lives.
Everyone loved you all and you were the talk of each day after (even the 4th party we had). I will tell everyone to go give you all 5 stars & honestly you deserve more.
Many many thanks and hope to see you again!"
-- Mike and Katrina Wagner
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"John, Thanks to you and your band for playing our wedding. It would not have been as much fun as it was without you all! Everyone has commented to us on how much fun they had and how much they enjoyed the band. We really appreciate everything you did to help us with the wedding. It was perfect! " -- Vince & Amy Vetri MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
“We had our wedding in Jupiter FL, and had heard of John Parker from various people & online.
If we could give him 10 stars we would, because he & his band ROCKED our reception!
They have a really uniquely classy high energy style.
JP nailed the mix & all we're still hearing about, weeks later, is "that band"”
-- Maria Stewart
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
John Parker Band was OUTSTANDING at our wedding at the Omni
They are all such talented musicians, our guests really enjoyed the range of music.
They helped create the absolute perfect ambiance - none of us wanted the evening to end..
we danced the night away - they made the reception come alive!
-- Anita Carleton
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
“Beyond impressed by JP's performance, professionalism & ease of working with him for our Palm Beach destination wedding.
All we hear from our N.Y.C. guests since was how they were completely blown away.. We couldn't agree more!
His & female vocalist's voices, the band sound, JP's upbeat emceeing & ability to keep EVERYONE on the dance floor all night. ALL fantastic!
We're incredibly grateful.. you made our special day totally unforgettable. Thank you John!”
-- Brendon & Amy
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
“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
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"...We have received nothing but praises for the you and the band. I don't think I'll ever forget our guests chanting "One more song!! One more song!!" From "Baby Got Back" to Andrea Bocelli, the band was engaging and energizing. You have our highest recommendation!!!.." - Samantha Spagnola READ MANY MORE REVIEWS
"When it came time to find entertainment for our wedding, my wife and I knew exactly what we wanted: John Parker.
We had heard him perform at another wedding we went to and we both noted to ourself just how much John could bring the crowd to life and how engaging he was. It was simply the best wedding experience we have ever had and we wanted to have that same.
We were blown away. Everyone of our guests said just how great the band was and how he really made the party happen and come to life. We can’t thank you enough for making our special day, that much more special."
-- Chris & Emily Dazen
READ JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"John,
It was a pleasure hearing you sing with passion.
Hope to book you [again] soon with an event in Baltimore."
-- John Paterakis
MORE JOHN PARKER BAND 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
READ MANY MORE REVIEWS