Tag: Groove Merchants

Famous Musicians From Utah
April 14, 2014

Every state in the U.S. is filled with people who are extremely talented.   In the last decade however, Utah has been the birth place for several musicians that have made it into the big leagues.  Maybe it’s the water, maybe it’s the Mormons, no matter what it is we are glad it’s happening and pleased to have so many celebrities declare Utah as their origin.  Here is a list of some of our great artists… Neon Trees: an...

Creative Event Music
March 16, 2014

Creative Event Music Most events will have some form of music present at them but background music aired over the PA system is not something to write home about.  With creative music ideas you can really make an impression and give guests a party they won’t soon forget. Dance Party Many event planners fantasize about getting people out on the dance floor.  The problem is that many of these fantasies are never realized because of...

Help the Groove Merchants play Stadium of Fire!
May 8, 2013

We have been so proud of the musicians and talent that we've been able to be a part of over the years.  Utah really is a hub for incredible bands and excellent musical ability.  A decade ago, Salt Lake was not on even on the radar for national event planners or talent agencies.  Now, our bands and performers are known all over the world.  Original artists like Imagine Dragons, Neon Trees, and David Archuleta proved to the world that something big...

2013 - the year of the Band
January 2, 2013

This is a very good year to have a party.  On New Years Eve, I was reflecting on the year while the Dance Doctors were playing for a rambunctious crowd at the Montage in Deer Valley.  I thought to myself: "I don't think we've ever had so many good party bands in Utah - The Groove Merchants, The Salamanders, High Society, The Current, Jersey Street, and The Dance Doctors." The Dance Doctors on New Year's Eve at the Montage Hotel That sounds...

Unique Ideas for Wedding Music
October 3, 2012

As my wife and I were coming up with ideas for our reception, one phrase that I would hear quite frequently was: "but EVERYONE does that."  Having a unique wedding isn't just about reflecting your likes and dislikes nor is it about one-uping your cousin's reception; it is about giving your guests a night that they will distinctly remember out of the sea of weddings they will attend in their lifetimes.  There is an important difference between a...