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"Motion picture" looking band videos (not ours -ha ha) are recorded on sound stages, with big light shows & effects - then lip-synced to previously recorded audio while the video part is being filmed. There's NOTHING at all wrong with that - it's exactly how videos on channels like MTV are made by VERY talented people.
BUT, that's often not how it's going to look or sound at YOUR event. And you're not hiring a "movie" - you're hiring a BAND.
Does your venue have (or will YOU rent) that big of a stage? Does the Band include all that "stuff"? - those lights? Do they bring ANY of it? The answer is almost always "NO" - not without paying many thousands of $$ to someone to bring all that stuff in.
...so… while our videos are nowhere near as "Hollywood-like" as others - our band sound IS being recorded while the videos are shot ..meaning that's how we sound! (AND we bring the lighting effects that we show too)
We respectfully submit our videos show a realistic & accurate impression of what you are actually going to get with us at YOUR event - as opposed to a staged look that just isn't realistic, without piling on $$ for lots of extra "stuff"
And, that we will sound this way at YOUR event too! ...Most of our clients say our videos don't do us justice... We think that's a LOT better than seeing a band that looks like Hollywood & then getting a "garage band" that leaves your guests going for earplugs. Don't you agree?
It doesn't hurt to know what to expect! :)
"THANK YOU for making our wedding so memorable and fun
– our friends and family are still talking about how fabulous your band was.
As my dad mentioned to you on our wedding night, you were honestly the first vendor we called after we got engaged because we knew you’d create an awesome party atmosphere!"
Thank you again & all the best! Nina & Jake"
-- Nina & Jake Braunsdorf
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You don't know how many people told us that it was the BEST Wedding they have ever been to!!!! We thank all of YOU for that. You guys are the best!!!! -Rob & Jamie Jones MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"We couldn't have been happier with the JPBand.
When people were commenting to us about the wedding one of the first things they said was, "That band was unbelievable!!"
and "They created such a fun and entertaining atmosphere" We heard it OVER and OVER again. And when it came to the special dances, they nailed every song that was chosen. SO MUCH FUN!!"
-- Lisa Troyer
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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 ALL had such a wonderful time we can't thank you enough !!
We will never ever ever forget what you did for us on the wedding night!
You and the band are always so classic we just love your music !
Again thank you !
-- Debbie and Rick Hasty
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"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
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“Thank you JP for another great performance
I can’t tell you how much we appreciate all that you do.
Just knowing that you have your portion of the night under control gives me great relief so that I can tend to other situations as they come up”
-- Colleen Fulkerson - Epilepsy Foundation
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"all our single wedding guests are ready to book you for their own weddings.
You’re simply the best!
Thanks for being a genuine and easy-going MC, for bringing such a talented, talented band to bring the wedding reception to life, and for providing top-notch service all the way through.
You brought all the fun and allayed any stress.
We’re groupies for life!"
-- Megan & Robert Shenk
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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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"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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“You and your band were SPECTACULAR!!
We had such a great time and everyone kept asking us where we “found that band”!
Thank you so much for making the night SO much fun. ”
-- Robin Dusch
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"John, you guys definitely didn't disappoint me :).... You were the hit of the night. I lost count on how many people told me that you guys were awesome!!!
I don't even remember you guys taking a break... just don't know how you do it!!
So THANK YOU for making the wedding a success and I'm hoping we get to see you again at another wedding :).
Thanks Again to you and your band!!"
-- Michele Fausti
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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 always makes our weddings unforgettable.
All of our guests still rave about the music and John. Everything was perfect.
Thank you again for making our wedding so personable and amazing."
--Kim Stephens
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"We had SUCH a blast at the wedding and absolutely loved having you and the band there! Our friends and family raved about how amazing you were and we thought the same. Thank you for everything!! -- Jonah & Alisa Paul READ MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
You don't know how many people told us that it was the BEST Wedding they have ever been to!!!! We thank all of YOU for that. You guys are the best!!!! -Rob & Jamie Jones MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"I have never seen our group so excited with lots of our guests staying at the party to the very end ... Begging you to play more. You and your band were absolutely wonderful. The range of different songs you are able to play is amazing. You really helped make our final formal evening a huge success!!! I really hope we are able to have you return. Hopefully, we will be able to hear you again before our next conference.. Thank you so much!" -- Nancy Greenleaf - Greenleaf Corporation MORE JOHN PARKER BAND 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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"We cannot thank you enough..
You really made the reception energetic and fun.
You made our wedding reception the party of the year!
Everyone is still raving about you guys months later! - Thanks again!"
-- Zach & Annie Otaibi
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“We had an unbelievable time..
you guys were fantastic - I give you great reviews
& would be happy to recommend to anyone who asks.
Thanks again!”
-- Kristin & Ryan
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“My husband and I are THRILLED with our wedding day and all of the services John provided. He and the whole band are incredibly talented people! We had a blast!!
Not only did the John provide an incredibly fun atmosphere at our wedding, he ensured that everything was just perfect and organized, which delighted this very Type A bride :)
If you want him to play at your event, BOOK. HIM. NOW. He's awesome, and you don't want to miss his available dates!!!”
-- Heidi Masters
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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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"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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"Thank YOU John! You all were wonderful. Rodney and I were adamant about having good food and good music, but we went back and forth about the amount of money we were going to be spending… we paid for almost everything ourselves, and have been saving every penny possible so that our wedding was our dream. ...we both agreed that it was money well spent. Everyone raved about you, and I believe you will be contacted by others that were at our wedding for weddings coming up in their families. Thank you again…" Hillary Morgan READ MORE JPBAND REVIEWS
"John did a wonderful job & the night was a big hit!
Everything went by so fast and Jorjetta and I headed out on our honeymoon shortly after.
Everyone in my family was very impressed with the professionalism of the band and the quality of the entertainment John and his group provided.
Thanks so much again for everything"
-- Ryan Paterakis - Groom
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