BVTLive!


Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $1,000

Reception pricing

Prices start at $2,000

Packages

Category: Live Band or Ensemble

Type: Multi-piece live band

Genres: Americana

  • Blues
  • Classical
  • Country/Folk
  • Disco/Funk
  • EDM/House
  • Jazz
  • Motown/Soul
  • Pop/Top 40s
  • R&B
  • Rap/Hip Hop
  • Reggae
  • Rock
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About BVTLive!

BVTLive!

Philly Wedding Bands and DJs

BVTLive! is passionate about making your wedding dreams come true through our luxury live entertainment. Based in Philadelphia, BVTLive! is a full-service live entertainment agency, representing wedding bands, DJs, musicians, performers, enhancements, and more. Our bands have performed at the most prestigious venues on the east coast, from Madison Square Garden to The White House. Whether you're looking for a 12-piece dance band or a string quartet, our team offers a selection of wedding bands and ensembles to make your dream wedding a reality.

In addition to our wedding bands and wedding DJs, BVTLive! provides many services to meet all your wedding needs. No matter the wedding activity or location, every band will travel, learn new songs, provide sample music, and have an MC ready. Our Most Popular Wedding Package includes Live Ceremony Music, Cocktail hour, and Wedding Reception music. Additional Add Ons include Rehearsal Dinner Music, Esteemed Philadelphia DJs for after party, and Next Day brunch music. Other available services include the following: Strings, DJ Hybrid, Specialty acts, Production and Lighting Enhancements, and Photobooths!

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Services

Services

  • Ceremony microphones and sound
  • Event planning
  • Hear us live
  • Learning new songs
  • Multiple location support
  • Music during breaks
  • Sound system capability audience >300
  • Stage design
  • Uplighting

Musical genres

  • Americana
  • Blues
  • Classical
  • Country/Folk
  • Disco/Funk
  • EDM/House
  • Jazz
  • Motown/Soul
  • Pop/Top 40s
  • R&B
  • Rap/Hip Hop
  • Reggae
  • Rock

Event types

  • After party
  • Cocktail hour
  • Couples luncheon
  • Engagement party
  • Farewell brunch
  • Other
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Wedding ceremony
  • Wedding reception
  • Wedding shower
  • Welcome party

BVTLive! packages

Jellyroll Band

Description

Jellyroll is Philadelphia’s Original Horn Party Band. With over 40+ years in the entertainment business, they have carved out a household name in the Philadelphia wedding and event space. Jellyroll’s music includes everything from 1940’s swing, to classic Motown, to 70’s and 80’s dance music, to today’s hits. The Philadelphia Inquirer, Delaware Today, and Main Line Today have all acknowledged Jellyroll as one of the Philadelphia and Tri- State area’s best party bands.

What’s included
  • Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music
  • Emcee Services
  • Full Stage Sound
  • Wireless Microphones for Speeches and Toasts
  • Basic Stage Lighting (additional lighting options)
  • Custom Song List Creation
  • Band will learn up to 4 new songs

Elevation

Description

Elevation (formerly All About Me Band) is a 10-piece dance band consisting of dedicated, full time, professional musicians. The band has been playing the highest-level wedding and event venues in the Philadelphia area for years. Boasting an exciting and fresh front line, 3 Horns, Keys, Bass, Drums, and Guitar - Elevation can deliver music of all genres for all ages. Elevation has performed at the majority of the Philadelphia wedding venues, as well as throughout the Tri-State Area.

What’s included
  • Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music
  • Emcee Services
  • Full Stage Sound
  • Wireless Microphones for Speeches and Toasts
  • Basic Stage Lighting (additional lighting options)
  • Custom Song List Creation
  • Band will learn up to 4 new songs

Experience

Description

Experience is a well-oiled machine, known for bringing weddings and events to the next level with their powerful front line, multi-dimensional talent, and exquisite leadership. Performing for thousands of wonderful weddings for over 35 years, this Philly based dance band has pleased audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Lead by Philadelphia icon Eddie Bruce, Experience is able to move from musical genre with ease from Jazz classics to Motown to the most contemporary Top 40 hits of today.

What’s included
  • Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music
  • Emcee Services
  • Full Stage Sound
  • Wireless Microphones for Speeches and Toasts
  • Basic Stage Lighting (additional lighting options)
  • Custom Song List Creation
  • Band will learn up to 4 new songs

Big Ric Rising

Description

Signature sound lead by Philly wedding icon, Big Ric, and two powerhouse female vocalists, Big Ric Rising is sure to offer unforgettable entertainment for your event! Big Ric Rising has been one of the top live wedding bands in the Philadelphia region for years. The consummate entertainer with unprecedented stage presence, loves wowing audiences with his dynamic and interactive performances. With over 1000 events under his belt, Big Ric is one of the best at what he does.

What’s included
  • Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception Music
  • Emcee Services
  • Full Stage Sound
  • Wireless Microphones for Speeches and Toasts
  • Basic Stage Lighting (additional lighting options)
  • Custom Song List Creation
  • Band will learn up to 4 new songs

Reviews

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  • Everyone LOVED the Strangers

    Verified review
    Dave S.Sep 1

    My wife and I got married in August 2025 in northern New Jersey. We used the Strangers as our wedding band. As the groom, one of my (few) responsibilities in wedding planning was to get the band. I looked around online and listened to countless demos—I saw lots of good bands, and some not so good ones. A friend of mine had recently attended a wedding in the Philly area and said the band was great—that band was the Strangers. I gave them a listen, liked them, and trusted my friend’s recommendation; we booked the Strangers for our wedding. The band was GREAT. We had about 160 people at our wedding, ranging in age from 19 to 90. We are both 27 and most of our friends are about the same age. The band catered to all tastes. Our friends like to party—lots of drinking and dancing. The Strangers absolutely, 150%, met our group where they were and wanted to be. They sounded great, were tons of fun, brought tons of energy, and had a GREAT song selection given our group demographics. My wife did the vast majority of the wedding planning and everything was beautiful, went off without a hitch…but the number one thing that everyone talks about and complimented us on was how good the band was. I get to take credit for something lol. I also can’t speak highly enough of Rick and Denny. During the planning process, those two made it clear that they were absolute professionals who knew what they were doing. It was a gigantic relief to know that we were in good hands and could move on to other tasks. I wouldn’t waste my time writing this review if I didn’t wholeheartedly believe that the Strangers were instrumental to making our wedding a massive, massive, FUN success (that plus the open bar). If you’re on the fence about picking a wedding band, just book the Strangers. And do yourself a favor and add the horn section—it was some of the best money I’ve ever spent. Also…ask them to play Meatloaf’s “Paradise by the Dashboard Light,” if any of your friends/family are into classic rock: one of the highlights of the night. Thank you for making my wedding one to remember. You guys rock.

  • Strangers Band - All-Time Wedding Band

    Verified review
    Tim L.Aug 18, 2025

    We had the absolute pleasure of having Strangers provide the entertainment for the night of our wedding. Every step of the way, they were professional, heartfelt, and incredibly helpful. They were very welcoming and made all the prep-work feel natural and very easy. Meeting Denny and Rick to discuss our music choices was also a pure pleasure. All of this to say, nothing - and I mean nothing, compares to how well they rocked the house on our wedding night. From an emotional keyboard during the ceremony, to swanky and fun saxophones at cocktail hour, they helped build the ambiance we were looking for on our wedding night. When it finally came time for the reception, they brought out the wedding party and helped us set the tone during our first dance that our night was going to be FUN. All throughout the night, our guests came up to us to compliment the band. My mom told me it was like she was at a concert! And even now, days later, people are still texting us talking about how amazing this band was. I can never thank them enough or say enough good things about them. Denny/Rick, if you see this, thanks again and you were completely right! (They know what I mean)

  • Best party band ever

    Verified review
    Marc J.Jul 22, 2025

    Big Ric and Big Ric Rising made our celebration into a party that no one will forget. Our guests could not stop raving about the band. Terrific vocals, great musicians, and a party pleasing variety of music. We loved the sax, trumpet, and trombone section. On top of this, you have Big Ric with his voice, party management, and large personality. makes one want an encore.

    Response from vendorJul 23, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind review of Big Ric and the gang, Marco! We're so glad you and your guests had a good time, and enjoyed one of Philly's favorite entertainers and his dynamic band- and those Big Ric Horns! Wishing you and Margot the best!
  • Strangers: Best Night Ever!

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    Maggie K.Jul 21, 2025

    Strangers made our wedding night the best one of our lives! Dance floor was packed from start to finish. Multiple people told us that it was the best wedding they'd ever been to and how much they loved the band, and everyone had a different favorite band member and a different favorite song. Highlight was when all the horn players circled the bride. Plus they did the best cover of "I Believe in a Thing Called Love" I've ever heard. Only wish we could go back and do it all again!

    Response from vendorJul 23, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind review, Maggie! The band had a blast with you and Foster and couldn't stop talking about the night. If you ever want to come see Strangers again, please come back out to a showcase to relive the night!

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