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 PARTY OF NINE
Nine times the fun and excitment is what you get when this group of high-energy WNY musicians get together! Combining the success and talent of Party of Nine seasoned musicians with the fresh ideas and sounds of its youngest members, is just one way this band separates themselves from the rest. They specialize in Dance Music for all types of events, satisfying any audience. Playing music from all genres with a wide variety of hit songs will make your special event the party of the year!


JEREMY HOYLE BAND
The Jeremy Hoyle Band is the ultimate houserockin' show. With a play list that defies genre descriptions, this show was designed to put smiles on people's faces. Drink-a-long, sing-a-long, dance-a-long...whatever, it's all good. Jeremy Hoyle Band is national touring act pursuing a goal of being "The Best Bar Band in America." But Jeremy Hoyle Band is much more than just a "bar band." Much much more.


THE CARL MOTYKA BAND
The Carl Motyka Band is Western New York's favorite party rock band
. With a repertiore of great hits and upbeat favorites for the 50's to the present, they create an atmosphere of fun and good times for one and all. In the words of radio celebrity Carl Russo, "If you're lookin' for a fantastic band loaded with talent, ready for a good time, really upbeat, fun guys, you want The Carl Motyka Band."


MO PORTER
Mo Porter delivers the ultimate party with their exciting live show and special blend of classic rock and dance music guaranteed to keep the dance floor full. Mo Porter has performed before tens of thousands of enthusiastic fans over the years including outdoor festivals, concerts, nightclubs, bars/ restaurants , private parties as well as weddings and country clubs. They are masters at appropriately plotting their set list to enhance any event. Call now for the Mo Porter experience!!


INTUITION
Intuition is an all-occasion variety band specializing in high-quality, live musical entertainment for your special private or public event.  Our repertoire includes jazz, big band swing, ethnic favorites, classic hits, 70's disco & funk, hits from the 80's, country and current pop hits.  We offer something for guests of all ages.

LANCE DIAMOND Buffalo New York

LANCE DIAMOND
Lance Diamond is considered to be one of the best showmen in the Western New York area, if not the world.  He is truly a legend in his 
time.


NICK BATTISTELLA
Sinatra and More! Nick Battistella performs the songs of some of the most beloved entertainers in America. If you love songs by such artists as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Ray Charles and Michael Buble, you will definitely enjoy his show. Nick is perfect for lounges, wedding receptions and parties. Experience the musical styling's of Nick Battistella.


MICHAEL CIVISCA Buffalo NY

MICHAEL CIVISCA
A Michael Civisca performance is well suited for jazz clubs, music halls and theaters.  Michael performs with a Trio, Big Band or Orchestra, depending on the situation. Civisca performs well known selections from the Great American Songbook while entertaining the audience with stories about the songs and songwriters 


JIM TUDINI
Jim Tudini, in conjunction with various arrangers and musicians, has spent a year developing a big band with a contemporary feel. Songs from the 70's, 80's and 90's are part of our traditional big band music to create a group capable of satisfying a wide and diverse audience. The band is perfect for weddings, parties and corporate events and has the extra ability to backup your show as it is comprised of some of Buffalo's best session and concert musicians.


BABIK is a quartet of incredible musicians who play a special brand of jazz known as gypsy swing, which was created in the 1930's by the legendary 2-fingered gypsy guitarist, Django Reinhardt. The style blends American big band swing with the exotic flare of European gypsy folk-songs.


BILLY BAROO JAZZ TRIO
The classy, elegant jazz sound of the Billy Baroo Trio provides the "perfect touch" for your event.  Featuring a flexible lineup of some of the area's best musicians, available DJ service, and reasonable rates, Billy Baroo is sure to add an element of sophistication and satisfy the tastes of all your guests


SHIMMER
A professional blend of musical styles guaranteed to keep the dance floor filled to maximum capacity throughout your special occasion or event.


 BLEEDING HEARTS
Since 1989 BLEEDING HEARTS have been thrilling audiences around Western New York and the Pennsylvania area. The band plays a unique blend of Classic Rock from the ’60s & '70s, Retro Hits of The  '80s, Alternative Hits from the ’90s and Current Hits of Today. BLEEDING HEARTS concentrate mostly on dance/party songs, but are not afraid to play the occasional ballad for those who want to get close.

THE UNIVERSAL GRILLE BAND Buffalo NY

UNIVERSAL GRILLE BAND
A veritable smorgasbord of music - covering Rock/Pop, R&B, Jazz and Latin favorites. Voted Buffalo's best new band, and Buffalo's best vocal band by the Buffalo music awards.


FLIPSIDE
The goal of FLIPSIDE has always been to get people up on the dance floor and keep them there. With addition of Frank and Jeff, the band is now well-rounded for all to enjoy


THE A-LIST
The A-List is a new band formed in June 2006. This group features five accomplished musicians with over a century of combined playing experience to give you the ultimate musical experience. THE A-LIST has put together a library of material ranging from the classic standards of the 50's and 60's, to the great dance music from the magical 70's. This, combined with 80's and 90's classics, is a true entertainment experience.


SOUL PROVIDERS
Dance to the hit songs from the great soul artists of our time including: Temptations, Wilson Picket, Sam and Dave, Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Al Greene, Stevie Wonder plus many more.
   
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Tribute/Specialty


STRICTLY HIP Strictly Hip built its stellar professional reputation as a multiple award winning musical tribute to Canada's most popular band, The Tragically Hip. Note for note renditions has garnered Strictly Hip many accolades and a loyal fan base in western New York. Strictly Hip has been honored by the Buffalo Music Awards as 'Top Tribute Band' for six straight years.


NICKEL CITY PIMP CHOIR
The Nickel City Pimp Choir is an 8-piece Rhythm and Blues review coveringall the R&B and Soul classics from the 60's and 70's. You will hear hits by James Brown, Sam and Dave, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, Ray Charles and countless others. The band features Buffalo's most electric horn section and most vibrant stage show that always fills dance floors and satisfies audiences.


ROAR84 is the total 80’s Party! We’re taking you back to an entire decade of incredible dance and party music. We’ve got the authentic sounds and dance grooves to make you feel like it’s 1984 all over again. It’s more than a show, it’s an experience!

DISCO DUCK WNY

DISCO DUCK
Relive the sights and sounds of the 70's with Buffalo's premier retro band! "Voted Best dance band." - Buffalo Music


THE BBC BAND
The BBC is a group of talented New York musicians dedicated to capturing the original sound of The Beatles and 60’s British Invasion music. A common bond shared by each member is that they have spent their lives as keen musical enthusiasts meticulously studying these recordings in order to provide the most accurate musical presentation possible.


TERRY BUCHWALD
A well-known tribute artist from Western New York has earned the distinction of being one of the top tribute artists in the United States, according to the LA times. Terry enjoys entertaining people and attributes his success to his hard work, focus and commitment to a dream.


JOHNNY AND THE CRUIZERS
Johnny & the Cruizers features a 6 piece band, including 5 vocalists, taking you back to a time when Rock and Roll was King ! Johnny & the Cruizers will take your guests on a journey through the 50's and 60's, recreating some of the most memorable music from both these eras.  .


THE HEADERS
"High octane rockabilly" and songs about hot rods are the most accurate adjectives used to describe The Headers. Modeled after 1950"s original rock and roll, their covers include surf classics, early Elvis, Eddie Cochran, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly and Stray Cats. 

LEERON ZYDECO New York

LEERON ZYDECO
Leeron Zydeco & the Hot Tamales perform throughout the East Coast presenting their upbeat, spicy blend of zydeco, cajun, caribbean, blues, tex-mex, and New Orleans funk. Leeron also conducts an interactive roots music workshop, entitled BorderBeat, for audiences at schools, colleges, communit
y venues and festivals.


 PIRATE DREAMS
Over four years, Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band Pirate Dreams has grown from a three-piece acoustic act into a full-fledged tropical show band, incorporating the catchy, fun music of Jimmy Buffett as a base and expanding upon that base with a visual stage show, games, giveaways, prizes and fun if not acrobatic audience participation


BEATLEMANIA AGAIN Beatlemania Again's performance is very unique. There are no backing tracks, sequencing or offstage musicians used. Everything is performed live. The production features three amazing costume changes throughout the show, which takes you on a musical journey.


PLATINUM IMPRESSIONS
John P. Morello, with a voice, looks, charisma and moves reminiscent of the 'Rat Pack' delivers a performance that impresses the audience with his vocal renditions taking them back to wonderful memories of the world's greatest artists.  John will sometimes surprise his audience with impressions of Jimmy Stewart, John Wayne, Julio Iglesias & Willie Nelson, Sylvester Stallone and 
even Forest Gump.


THE NEW YORK RAT PACK
Featuring John Morello as Dean Martin, Michael Mirand as Frank Sinatra, Shane Philips as Sammy Davis, Jr. The true essence of this New York Rat Pack is that pure energy and spontaneity of their performance.  These guys don't put it on, they bring it out.  They are the real deal with that crazy cuckoo style.  They are ready to bring down the house.


JOHN VALBY
After spending an evening with John Valby, Audiences find themselves wanting more and more of him.What makes Valby so unique and entertaining is his uncommon rapport with the audience and his ability to mix his musical Talent with a mad-cap variety of "Dirty Ditties".
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Rock


HIT N RUN
Hit N Run was formed over twenty years ago and has become Western New York's premiere party band. With the wide array of material (mostly Dance and sing-along Classic Rock, with some Oldies, newer Alternative material, and a touch of Country and Disco) we strive to play something for everyone.






THE PUG MAHONES
Forged in South Buffalo Steel, and trained in the arts of whiskey and lager, The Pug Mahones are an all-original rock band from Western New York. Playing a musical style dubbed "Pirate Rock", the band plays punk and metal tunes with a harsh attitude and a distinct Irish flavor.




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JEFF ELLIOTT
Jeff Elliott sings and plays it all - ballads, country, rock, originals, sing-a-longs, Irish tunes, Jimmy Buffet style island songs, the Beatles, 50's, 60's, even original parody tunes. Jeff always has the crowd laughing, singing along, dancing, and having a great time


BY THE NUMBERS combines insturmental versions of jazz standards, pop hits and multiple musical styles that provide a perfect musical backdrop for weddings, cocktail parties, and corporate social events.
       
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