"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! 😍
“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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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
“JP was OUTSTANDING at our wedding at the Omni!
They helped create the absolute perfect ambiance at the reception and none of us wanted the evening to end..
They made the reception come alive! We danced the night away..
Fabulous to work with from beginning to end - the John Paker Band is the band you want and need for your special event!”
-- Anita Carlton
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"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
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"...I have been attending these reunions for years, and have NEVER seen such a positive response to the entertainment.
One problem, the beer truck complained that beer sales were down sharply while you were playing, due to the high number of people dancing :)
I hope that someday we get the opportunity to work together again, you have a great team..."
- Lew Shepherd
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“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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“Wow. The energy John Parker brought had guests dancing at every chance they got -- we had 20-30 people up and dancing during appetizers!
People I have never in my life seen even near the dance floor were out there dancing the WHOLE night.
It was truly spectacular to have our guests of all ages very clearly enjoying themselves.
JP totally crushed it!”
-- Dan & Ali Harris
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"Thank you so so much for making Luke and my wedding such an incredibly wonderful day.
Everyone we talked to had a wonderful time and absolutely LOVED the music from the band.
We were so happy with how everything worked out and I will be sure to write up a review soon here too for you.
Wishing you all the best, Christy"
-- Christy & Luke Mulhollem
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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,
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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“John was fun to work with throughout the entire planning process.
Everything was absolutely perfect
We have received COUNTLESS compliments saying it was the best band that they have ever heard at a wedding.
truly an incredible performance that we are thankful to have had.”
-- Evan & Alexa McStay
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"..absolutely outstanding..
our friends and family - of all generations - are still raving about him.. ..everyone loved John..
..To top it off, the customer service was great.. ..John was a classy emcee.. ..a great guy and an incredible talent.
John and his band made our wedding truly special!"
-- Liz Murray
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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 took the time to patiently organize and plan collaboratively with us (a real difference-maker!).
He took all of our notes and requests into account and provided a night of entertainment that our guests loved.
We received tons of compliments on the band from guests of all ages.
Go with a pro who knows how to conduct a high-quality, coordinated event in your image and ensure everyone is on the dance floor! ”
-- Erik & Alix Hames
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"John, Everyone kept just raving about your performance!
You REALLY did a great job of entertaining and getting everyone to participate in the fun.
I wish I would have had even more time to dance and enjoy your music.
Hope to see you again sometime soon!"
-- Sue Wehar
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"We have received SO many compliments on the band! You and your team were unbelievable. We are so happy we were able to have you at our wedding. You truly outdid yourself and turned our wedding into an unforgettable event. Thank you for everything!" - Mary Long-Muffly READ MORE JP 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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“JP knows what he is doing. Months ahead he's collecting song ideas, giving advice & continually touching base to make sure they are in tune with us to create the best possible event.
And we had guests of all ages from around the world & everyone had a good time...even non-dancers got out on the floor!
cannot recommend JPB enough They are everything you would want in a band!”
-- Mark & Karen Bode
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“JP was OUTSTANDING at our wedding at the Omni!
They helped create the absolute perfect ambiance at the reception and none of us wanted the evening to end..
They made the reception come alive! We danced the night away..
Fabulous to work with from beginning to end - the John Paker Band is the band you want and need for your special event!”
-- Anita Carlton
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“Wow. The energy John Parker brought had guests dancing at every chance they got -- we had 20-30 people up and dancing during appetizers!
People I have never in my life seen even near the dance floor were out there dancing the WHOLE night.
It was truly spectacular to have our guests of all ages very clearly enjoying themselves.
JP totally crushed it!”
-- Dan & Ali Harris
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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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You guys did absolutely amazing! ...our guests are STILL raving about the music! - Abigail Mc Shane READ MORE JPBAND REVIEWS
“John Parker and the John Parker band made the wedding one to remember!
Our guests are still raving about how much fun they had, and are asking me when the next party with the band will be!
Thanks for keeping our dance floor packed the WHOLE time!”
-- Lisa Cox
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"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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"wanted to let you know how unreal of a time we and everyone had!
I honestly can’t even explain to you how much everyone loved it. everyone still talks about it still and how amazing you and the band were. My brother said he just enjoyed watching you and watching everyone have so much fun.
Thank you so much. Everything was perfect and we couldn’t of asked for anything more. You guys made the night unforgettable. Thank you!!
Molly and Johnny"
-- Molly & John Leonard
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