Mike Yates, Steel Drums

Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $500

Reception pricing

Prices start at $500

Packages

Prices start at $300

Category: Live Solo Performer

Type: Solo instrumentalist

Genres: Jazz

  • Latin
  • Pop/Top 40s
  • R&B
  • Reggae
+4 genres

About Mike Yates, Steel Drums

Mike Yates, Steel Drums

Steel Drummer

I am an instrumental performer specializing in Latin percussion, including steel drums. Each performance is shaped by the client’s input to create the ideal atmosphere and meet their expectations. My goal is to set a relaxed, welcoming mood that allows couples and their guests to fully enjoy the experience.

I am a solo act, and I create loops and create a rhythmic atmosphere that engages with the audience. I love Calypso, Reggae and love island sharing vibes through my steel drums. I play Bob Marley, Harry Balafonte among other traditional tropical troubadours of the past and present.

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Services

Services

  • Band Backdrop
  • Ceremony microphones and sound
  • Hear us live
  • Learning new songs
  • Multiple location support
  • Music during breaks
  • Parade/baraats

Musical genres

  • Jazz
  • Latin
  • Pop/Top 40s
  • R&B
  • Reggae

Event types

  • After party
  • Cocktail hour
  • Engagement party
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Wedding ceremony
  • Wedding reception
  • Wedding shower
  • Welcome party

Mike Yates, Steel Drums packages

Cocktail hour

Price$300

Description

Ill provide cool breeze rhythms and melodies for your guests. Ill create ambience and a warm setting that will get you and your guests in a tropical state of mind.

What’s included
  • Steel drums, percussion, PA, microphones

Reviews

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7 reviews

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  • Music

    •Verified review
    •Denver W.•Jan 1

    Quality music and sound. Mike is really communicative and helpful. Customer service is top notch!!

  • Live -Steel drum entertainment

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    •Shoshana C.•Jan 1

    Mike brought such a joyful, uplifting energy to our celebration. His music instantly put everyone at ease—guests were smiling, tapping their feet, and genuinely enjoying the moment. The vibe was the perfect balance of relaxed and lively, creating a stress-free atmosphere while still keeping things fun and engaging. It added so much to the overall feel of the day and made the celebration feel effortlessly special.

  • Mike Yates is the BEST at the steel drums

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    •Nick C.•Jan 1

    It's too bad I will only get married once, because I would love to hear Mike Yates play his steel drums every year!

  • Kelly wedding

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    •Kelly•Jan 1

    We had a wonderful experience working with Mike Yates and his Steel Drums band for our wedding. Their communication was excellent - they were very responsive by phone and provided honest feedback throughout the planning process. On the day of, they delivered a truly talented and authentic performance that enhanced many special moments with the songs they played. Mike himself is clearly very skilled and also has a fun, easygoing personality that was a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Mike Yates and Steel Drums to any couple looking for a wedding band that will help make their day even more memorable.

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