"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 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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"Our little boy is really into music and singing. He starts piano lessons this summer. His favorite part of our wedding video is watching you sing and your band play. Hopefully we will get to see you in person sometime in the near future" -- Ashley Kinzler MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"It isn't a party without John Parker!"
-Colleen Fulkerson, Epilepsy Foundation
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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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"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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"Thank you so much for making sure everyone had fun, you guys were great!
We loved every second of our wedding, and although I'm sad that it's over, we will always cherish all the wonderful memories we made that night. Thank you again for everything!!"
- Walis & Brent
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“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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"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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"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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“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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“Thank you John
Everyone had a great time and it could not have gone any better.
We received many wonderful compliments about you and the band.
Thank you for a most wonderful and memorable evening”
-- Joe & Dana Webster
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“WOW!!! Just WOW!!!Absolutely Phenomenal !
I hired the John Parker Band.. and I cannot say enough about them. They were amazing. I have attended a few weddings this year and none of the Bands compare.
The guests started dancing after dinner and never stopped. I mean never stopped!
We asked John to continue and he did. He never tired and the party just kept going. They are just fabulous!!!”
-- Isolina Pendergast
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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! :)
"The John Parker Band made my daughter's wedding reception one to remember
all in attendance marveled at the music and dancing. Without reservation, I would highly recommend the John Parker Band to anyone desirous of live music at their wedding reception or other significant celebration.
Be well John Parker and again thanks!"
-- the Honorable Mark Braunlich
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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 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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"..I'm not sure if all your weddings are a fist pumping, scream at the top of your lungs dance party, but our guests all fawned over you.
I thought the highlight of the night was when Tony got on stage like he was at a AC/DC concert and almost did a stage dive in the middle of the guitar solo. The look on your face was priceless!!.."
- John Hayes
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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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"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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We absolutely loved your band and our agents had a great time.
We will look forward to having you at our function again next year!
Thank you, John!
-- Rychard Mysliwiec - New York Life
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“everyone agreed that you and your musicians made the evening!
You tailored your music so everyone was dancing.
Quite an accomplishment with an audience with such a wide difference in ages!
thank you again!”
-- Dr. Barry Manuel
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“John Parker Band performed at our wedding… and they absolutely CRUSHED IT.
Not only did his band blow everyone away at the reception, but his musicians for our ceremony & cocktail hour were also fantastic.
John was amazing to work with -- organized, professional, easygoing, and just as excited about our big day as we were.
If you’re looking for a band with high energy and want to give yourself and your guests a wedding they’ll never forget, John is your guy”
-- Dan Harris
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