"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
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"LOVED the band and everything you did! Thank you so very much for MAKING the party !!
We are getting so many compliments and people are raving about you! Many thanks!!"
-- Rhonda Magdsick
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"Thank you for an absolutely phenomenal time on Saturday.
We had so much fun and our guests did too! We loved seeing the packed dance floor all the way to the end of the night! :)
Thank you again for your outstanding work."
-- Liz Murray
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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 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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“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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"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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"We so enjoyed the wedding and your band was the big reason it was all so much fun!!! Thank you!! Thank you!!
We also appreciate that you were so gracious to allow our friend to sing with you all! We of course had heard him sing in this venue, but he was an unknown to you. Thank you for that too!!
Thanks to you it was all such a wonderful day!"
- Kim Aquila
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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
"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, 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
“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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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! :)
"We so enjoyed the wedding and your band was the big reason it was all so much fun!!! Thank you!! Thank you!!
We also appreciate that you were so gracious to allow our friend to sing with you all! We of course had heard him sing in this venue, but he was an unknown to you. Thank you for that too!!
Thanks to you it was all such a wonderful day!"
- Kim Aquila
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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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"John, Wow, you are the real deal!
From beginning to end you are a true professional, talented artist, Grand MC & businessman. I feel fortunate that we connected with you..
I thank you for all your considerable talent & efforts. All the best!
PS: We gave you 5 stars & would have given you 6 if we could have!"
-- Doug Knable
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"John - cannot tell you how many inquiries we fielded about you and the band - you MADE the wedding.
In particular, your range going from Neil Diamond to Motown to Italian Opera, in Italian and then all the great dance music.
Thank you for making the wedding an over the top success!"
-- Tom Walsh
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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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"I've received lots of compliments... especially on how fantastic the band was. You're a true professional, and your timing and the range of music ensured everyone of all ages had a blast. Plus, your team ensured all the planning ran smoothly without the "flake factor" that occurs when working with musicians. Thanks!" - Raleigh Susskind READ MORE REVIEWS
"John is definitely a professional and knows his business!!
We could not have asked for a better emcee.
And the John Parker Band has great talent, great stage presence and made the reception a party worth remembering!!”
-- Pamela Orr
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“I can't overstate this enough... When it comes to bands, John Parker stands out as the paragon of both FUN and excellence.
His creativity & talent were honestly the core of our reception vibes.
He didn't just play music; they created an atmosphere that encapsulated the joy and love of our special day, and memories that will last a lifetime.
We cannot recommend him highly enough”
-- Megan & Tom Morrison
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[at Opera Diamond Horseshoe Gala]
"..You and your band were FANTASTIC!
You sounded great, and you were a pleasure to work with.
Thank so much!..."
-- Alli Frymoyer
Special Events Director
PITTSBURGHOPERA
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