"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 is absolutely THE BEST!!
We had such a great time and so did everyone else! Our guests are still talking about John and your band and what an amazing time they had.
The dancing was non-stop and so much fun!!
We really can’t thank him, and the band enough!”
-- Sharon Marcela
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"...We had a great time, John.
Our friends were just raving about you. Thanks again for an awesome evening!.."
"... we had an amazing time and our friends LOVED the music!..."
-- Jamison & Laura Herda
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“thank you and your band members for a thoroughly professional and extremely enjoyable experience.
We continue to hear raves on your performance from our friends and family. The dance floor was never empty, which speaks to you and your band.
There are many things that I will remember from the wedding, and you and your band will definitely be among them”
-- Tom & MaryAnn Lubejeski
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"Everyone had a wonderful time and raved about how great your band was.
...every aspect of the wedding exceeded our hopes and expectations. It truly was the celebration we were hoping for.
Please let the band know how much everyone we appreciated them and enjoyed their performance.
-- Dr. & Mrs. Gary & Carol Schurman
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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
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“We used John Parker Band for our wedding and they were absolutely amazing!!
John made us feel at ease by talking through the timeline leading up to the wedding and did a perfect job as MC — fun, professional, and classy.
He gave us some very helpful recommendations along the way while listening to what we wanted. They played the music we liked, read the crowd well to keep everyone dancing, and had everyone having fun the whole night!
We continue to get compliments from our guests. We couldn’t be happier that we booked John Parker Band...we HIGHLY recommend booking them!”
-- Ted & Leslie Hanks
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“John Parker was 10/10.
Such a great singer and emcee, with a hugely fun ice-breaking personality. His experience and his classy but fun & down to earth way with people was perfect for our guests.
Our whole group were dancing the entire time - JP just keeps it going - super obvious it wasn't the first time he's done this.. LOL.
Hopefully you'll get him for your wedding. Then invite us please!”
-- Logan Morrison
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"John, Thank you for doing such a wonderful job!! We are so pleased with our entire experience of working with you and your band from start to finish. Everyone LOVED the music and the performance. I can't tell you how many people came up to me at the end of the night to tell me how great the band was. We can not thank you enough! Best of luck!" -Maureen Snavely READ MORE BAND REVIEWS
"Your band was AWESOME!!! We had countless friends and family inquiring about the "fantastic band."
My favorite comment was 'I mean WHO can do Michael Jackson, Andrea Boccelli, Neil Diamond, Bruno Mars, Frank Sinatra, Etta James and the O' Jays and sound just like all of them!!!!'
I am still dancing this morning!!
Thank you!!!!"
-- Linda Walsh
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"...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
“We’ve gotten so many compliments from friends and family about our wedding, but the biggest one by far was how incredible the band was.
John’s talent as a performer and his presence as an MC tied everything together perfectly, making the night seamless and unforgettable.
If you want a band that will elevate your event, pack the dance floor, and leave your guests raving, I highly recommend working with John Parker!”
-- Dan Harris
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"I couldn't have asked for a better band for the best night of our lives!!!
Not only did he do an amazing job with the music selection but he also was a great MC (kept the reception moving, upbeat and a ton of fun).
Prior to the wedding John and I went through the entire reception- he gave advice, recommendations, went over pronunciation of everyone's names and gave me so much peace of mind that I left the conversation knowing that the reception would be amazing and I didn't have to worry about a thing"
-- Catie Clar
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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! :)
"John, thank you so much for keeping the dance floor packed until the lights came on! That's exactly what I wanted :)" ...Antoinette Stoner "...We had a blast at the wedding. Many people complimented us on your band !! We are talking about how we get some folks together to hire you for another party someday :-) …" ...Drew Stoner MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
“Our wedding took place over 7 years ago... and people are STILL talking to us now about how great JP & his band were!
Not many people even remember a wedding from that many years ago, but that shows you how absolutely AMAZING this band is.
They are beyond talented and professional!”
-- Madison & Kory Kasten
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"Our guests have not stopped raving about how awesome you and your band were and how much fun they had! We were so impressed with your performance and are so pleased we chose to work with you. Erin and I loved every moment of our reception, so thank you for being such a huge part of it and exceeding our expectations! It was truly an unforgettable night. -- Andrew & Erin Watson MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"I want you to know that we were 100% thrilled with the JPB - could not have been happier. You are so talented - you totally nailed every song that you sang -you were unbelievable! Perfection! I was blown away right out of the gate.
I think I told you the night of the wedding but again, every guest I spoke with was like, “where did you find that band?” or “That band is fabulous” So much positive feedback.
Thank you so much - it truly is the band that controls the energy and makes a party! Well what a party it was. Thanks also for being so professional, I’m sure glad we booked you first!!
I sure hope we get to see you at another wedding soon.."
-- Lisa Troyer
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“John Parker Band was such a hit at our wedding!
They were very professional and took requests, which our guests loved.
The band was the life of the party and performed such a wide variety of songs.
No wedding is complete without JPB!”
-- Kate & Matt Vasko
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“John Parker was an absolute hit at my wedding!
He kept the dance floor full the entire night, honored my requests (and do not play list) and was a joy to work with.
He is prepared and professional and really made the whole night.
So many guests of all ages complimented the bands talent and energy. Thank you so much John!”
-- Emily Korompolis
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“We’ve gotten so many compliments from friends and family about our wedding, but the biggest one by far was how incredible the band was.
John’s talent as a performer and his presence as an MC tied everything together perfectly, making the night seamless and unforgettable.
If you want a band that will elevate your event, pack the dance floor, and leave your guests raving, I highly recommend working with John Parker!”
-- Dan Harris
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“JPB was great! They have a great energy, sound fantastic - the best decision we made for our wedding!
John was super easy to work with and did everything in his power to make the music what we wanted.
They were also accommodating with a request I had to play guitar with the band which made the night even more special.
Would 100% recommend them to anyone looking for a killer band for any event!!”
-- Bryn Kunkel
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"Everyone LOVED the band!
We never had so much fun in 18 years of doing this event. What a difference having John Parker made.
We received rave reviews about John all night long. Absolutely fabulous! We’ll begin planning for next year with you in about 2 months,"
- Trish Desvarro - Division Director - American Heart Association
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"thank you for the great job the band did at our wedding.
We had such a blast and the John Parker Band was a big part of that!
It was so fun to see all of our guests dancing and having so much fun..
..guests told us after the wedding how the band really made the night. "
-- Amanda & Jusin "Jamanda"
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“We had a great time, John.
You and your band made the entire wedding
Thank you so much!”
-- Steve & Kathryn Liberatore
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“We had the 8 piece JP band for our wedding and John did not disappoint!
They were great, and given unfortunate experiences my friends had with their bands, we feel lucky we got him.
Our friends went from their 20s to 30s, & our parents and other guests to their 70s & John got them ALL dancing. He took requests & had an upbeat vibe.
We’re extremely happy to recommend JPB to anybody wanting fun for everyone & to not have to worry about anything”
-- Alexis Shaprio
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