Our live bands perform everything from 1950s Big Band and Frank Sinatra classics to today’s current Billboard Top 40 radio hits—spanning Pop, Rock, Motown, 70s Disco, 80s Rock, 90s Pop, R&B, Funk, Country, Hip-Hop, and EDM. Backed by one of the most expansive and versatile repertoires in the live entertainment industry, Emerald City bands customize multi-decade setlists to keep guests of every generation engaged on the dance floor.

Yes, our complete online song list is fully searchable before your event by genre, decade, artist, and specific band lineup. You can browse and filter each Emerald City band's entire live repertoire directly on our website to preview the exact songs each band performs.

Yes—clients can customize their setlist by selecting up to 5 'Must-Play' songs and 5 'Do-Not-Play' songs from our master repertoire, alongside overall genre and style preferences. During planning, your dedicated Band Manager reviews your musical vision in detail to tailor the live performance around your favorite tracks and avoid any songs you do not want played.

Yes, our bands routinely learn and perform custom special-request songs for key wedding and event moments—including Wedding First Dances, Father/Daughter dances, and Mother/Son dances. Our musicians prepare tailored live arrangements crafted specifically to make your milestone moment unforgettable.

Yes, our bandleaders welcome live guest song requests on-site while reading the crowd—unless you instruct us otherwise. Request policies are 100% customizable to your event: if you prefer the band to strictly follow a pre-approved playlist, specific genres, or a curated setlist without outside requests, we honor your preferences completely.

Backed by over 40 years of live entertainment experience, our bandleaders read the crowd in real time and adjust song selections on the fly to keep the dance floor packed all night. Rather than relying on a rigid, pre-set playlist, they gauge guest energy moment by moment and seamlessly transition between high-energy hits to sustain non-stop dancing and peak excitement from the first song to the finale.

Yes—we offer seamless Band + DJ integration packages so a live DJ can perform during band breaks, pre-event cocktail hours, or extended late-night after-parties. Combining a live band with an integrated DJ guarantees continuous music and an uninterrupted, high-energy party atmosphere from start to finish.

Yes, live band overtime extensions and end-of-night encores are available to keep your celebration going longer. While your performance contract establishes standard set hours, you can extend the band’s performance by an hour or more—either pre-arranged during planning or requested on-site during the event.

Band attire is customized to match your event’s dress code and theme—ranging from black-tie formalwear to stylish cocktail or themed attire. For formal weddings and corporate galas, our musicians perform in elegant tuxedos and sophisticated formal gowns, while attire for high-energy private parties or themed celebrations is tailored accordingly.

Yes, every Emerald City band includes an experienced bandleader who serves as a professional Master of Ceremonies (emcee) for all grand entrances, toasts, special dances, and timeline announcements. Your emcee manages formal introductions and event transitions with engaging, polished stage presence so your reception or gala flows smoothly.

Yes—your dedicated Band Manager coordinates 100% of entertainment logistics directly with your event planner, venue coordinator, vendor team, and production crew. Acting as your primary production liaison, they handle technical specifications, load-in schedules, stage layouts, sound requirements, and event-day timeline details well ahead of your celebration.

You receive dedicated two-tier support: a Band Manager guides you throughout pre-event planning, and an on-site Bandleader manages all event-day execution. During the planning phase, your Band Manager assists with music selection, custom requests, and timelines; on event day, your Bandleader oversees stage management, emcee cues, and live performance logistics.

Event timelines, special dances, and music selections are typically finalized 30 to 60 days prior to your event date. While our planning process begins the moment your booking is confirmed, your Band Manager schedules a comprehensive review 30 to 60 days before event day to lock in your run-of-show timeline, special song requests, and custom setlist preferences.

Yes, our bands regularly perform for diverse cultural traditions—including Jewish Horas, Latin specialty sets, and classic ceremonial dances—as well as custom-themed galas and celebrations. Simply share your cultural traditions, specialty music cues, or theme requirements with our office team during consultation so we can tailor the performance accordingly.