You want your wedding day to be one to remember, but you want to remember it because it was everything you wanted, not because of an out of tune band that only knew five songs. Trying to find an event band online will be incredibly difficult. Countless bands and services connect you with musical groups online and trying to figure out who is the real deal can be a challenge. Here are our tips to find the best live band for you.

Act Early!

The best wedding bands and DJs easily book as early as a year or two in advance. If your event is not on a weekend or a Friday, you will have a bit better luck, but if you want to get the best band available then start looking early and book early.

Expense

Bands are more expensive than a DJ, and obviously are more expensive than just putting on a playlist and calling it a night. What they offer in expertise, experience, and showmanship is worth the price. Bands will make sure that your guests are out there on the dance floor enjoying themselves and can encourage a good time to be had by all. While you may want to go with the cheapest option out there, you will not be getting the best or most robust band for the lowest possible price. Shop around and get quotes but keep in mind that rock-bottom prices often equal rock-bottom results.

Watch Them Perform

Try to find videos of the bands you are interested in performing. Every group has a different vibe, style, and set list. Listen to their work and see if you like what they do. One great thing is if a band has a lead female and male vocalist so that they can play a more extensive variety of songs, including duets.

Can They Take Requests

A good indication of the skillset of a band is how extensive their song list is and if they can take requests or not. Those who can make requests have the capability to learn new songs with relative ease and will be able to flex all their musical muscles for you at your wedding. They will also be able to learn a specific song for your first dance as long as the request is made ahead of time and they have the instruments to do it.

You want the best for your wedding day, and a band will keep the party going all night long. Shop around and check out song lists to find the band that will suit your personality and taste and always remember to book early! If you’re looking for a party band in Vancouver, then you will love the sounds of Grove & Tonic. Contact us today!