New York–Based Wedding & Event Band
Live music built around
your celebration.
Weddings, destination celebrations, galas, corporate events and private parties — performed by seasoned professional musicians.
Performing from New York to Martha's Vineyard — and destination events worldwide
The Experience
Don't just hear about the energy.Experience it.
From the first song to the final encore, The Jon Bates Band creates the kind of celebration guests remember long after the night ends.
The Feeling of the Night
Every great party has a shape.
01 · The Anticipation
Cocktail hour. Warm lights. The band tuning up in the corner.
02 · The First Dance
A song that means everything, performed like it means everything.
03 · The Room Comes Alive
One beat drops and every guest is on their feet.
04 · The Final Encore
The kind of ending guests still talk about weeks later.
Event Experiences
One band. Every kind of unforgettable.
Weddings
The soundtrack to the most important day of your life — from ceremony to final encore.
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Destination Weddings
World-class entertainment that travels — from Martha's Vineyard to the Caribbean and beyond.
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Corporate Events
Polished, professional entertainment for conferences, product launches and holiday parties.
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Galas & Fundraisers
Elevate a mission-driven evening with entertainment worthy of the room.
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Birthdays, anniversaries and once-in-a-lifetime celebrations, staged like a headliner set.
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A high-energy headline act at home on the biggest outdoor stages.
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Hear the difference.
A rare blend of extraordinary vocalists and touring-grade musicians — soul, standards, dance, and everything in between. Preview a few featured performances below.
Tennessee Whiskey
featuring Steve Riddick & Debbie Major
Into the Mystic
featuring Steve Riddick
Something's Got a Hold on Me
featuring Debbie Major
Just Friends (Sunny)
featuring Akie Bermiss
When I Fall in Love
featuring Steve Riddick
Thinking Out Loud / Let's Get It On
featuring Steve Riddick & Debbie Major
Run Around
featuring Steve Riddick
In Their Words
"The Jon Bates Band kept people on the dance floor all night long. Even at the very end of the night, the dance floor was so full that we decided to extend the reception."
— Wedding Client
The Jon Bates Band was by far our favorite vendor to deal with during the entire wedding planning process. Jon was not only professional, but also extremely positive during the whole process.
Words will do no justice in describing how truly pleased my husband and I were with The Jon Bates Band.
Not only are they incredible, it's the band I had play for my own wedding!
Award-Winning Entertainment
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award winner in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2018 and 2020.
Featured Musicians
World-class musicians.One unforgettable band.
A rare blend of gifted vocalists and instrumentalists, with a chemistry built over years of shared stages and friendships. Personnel and instrumentation vary by event, date and configuration.
Gallery
On stage. On the road. In the moment.
Journal
Stories, Celebrations & Insights.
December 17, 2024 · By Jon Bates
Creating Unforgettable Martha's Vineyard Weddings with the Jon Bates Band
Martha's Vineyard is a destination that exudes charm, romance, and timeless beauty — the perfect place to celebrate your love story with world-class live music.
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December 12, 2024 · By Jon Bates
The Perfect Soundtrack for New York Weddings and Events
New York is a city synonymous with elegance, style, and unforgettable celebrations. The right music can transform an event into a timeless memory.
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Make your celebrationthe one everyone remembers.
Tell us about your event, your vision and the music that will make the night yours.