Tag: live music

5 Blockbuster Themed Ideas for Your Next Event
March 24, 2017

5 Blockbuster Themed Ideas for Your Next Event Tap into the buzz surrounding upcoming film releases to make your party a blockbuster hit. No matter what kind of event you're planning for 2017 you want the gathering to be both appealing and engaging. One of the easiest ways to add sparkle to your event is to tie your theme to a hot movie. Using a blockbuster film as a stepping off point for your theme allows your guests to bring some...

Tips for a Great 50th Anniversary Celebration
February 6, 2017

A 50th anniversary is a big deal. We can help you make this celebration a truly once in a lifetime event. Dear Utah Live Bands. Both my parents and my in-laws are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversaries this summer. Help! I know this is a big deal and I want the celebration to be something the whole family will really remember, but I’ve never been to a 50th  anniversary party before and I’m not sure what we should do....

Background Music is More Important Than You Think
November 4, 2016

Why You Need Background Music For Your Next Event The other day I was in the grocery store. As I was putting my milk into the cart, I suddenly felt a bit more energy, a bit happier. I decided that I didn’t need to rush right out of the store. Instead I went over to the huge holiday display and discovered a few things that I didn’t really need but which seemed fun. Into the cart they went. It was then that I noticed that I was humming along...

End the Summer on the Right Note
September 3, 2016

Cure your end of summer blues with a dose of summer music at these upcoming events that are open to the public. Have you noticed that it's been a bit cooler the last week or so? Mother Nature seems to be dropping a hint that summer's about over. If you're not ready for the end of summer, we're with you. At Utah Live Bands we love the summer because it gives so many of our musicians and entertainers the opportunity to perform at...

Holiday Party 2016
August 19, 2016

Get Started Planning your 2016 Holiday Party with these 5 Fantastic Theme Ideas It's the end of August. You haven't even hung up your swim suit yet, but for those of you throwing a holiday party in 2016, now's the time to start planning if you want to be able to book the best venues and best entertainment. To make your party pop, you'll want to start with a great theme. Whether you're planning a big corporate event or a smaller party for...

Choosing Live or Recorded Wedding Music
December 9, 2015

Choosing live or recorded music for your wedding Music Selection for wedding ceremonies is a pretty big deal, more than anyone ever realizes. Music sets the tone for that special day and reflects a little of your personality or be something that is special to you, or at the least, music that you actually like. A couple can spend a lot of time wading through the virtual soundtrack of their lives together to create list of meaningful and...

Adult Birthday Parties
May 5, 2014

Adult Birthday Parties  Birthday celebrations are some of the most momentous and memorable parties anyone can attend.  They are filled with friends, family, and nostalgia.   As we grow older, some individuals may be less inclined to have a princess or cowboy party.  We might live in a society that dotes on the young but that does not mean a 40th, 50th, or 90th birthday celebration has to be any less spectacular.  So, how do you throw an...

Fair and Festival Entertainment
April 11, 2014

Fair and Festival Entertainment As the days get warmer there are many things to look forward to.  One of the most thrilling and nostalgic is attending a fair or festival.  During the spring, summer, and fall seasons there are many state and city fairs that pop-up across the country.  Although colorful rides and greasy food might be the first thing people think of reflecting on these types of events, music plays a major role in their success as...

Pros & Cons to Hiring Live Bands
February 8, 2013

Whether you’re a bride, event planner, corporate events coordinator, or are just throwing a party, the thought has probably crossed your mind: “should I hire live musicians?”  It always seems like a good idea until you really start thinking about the logistics of it all.  Where are you going to put the band?  Is it in the budget?  What kind of band would be good for everyone? The Salamanders Live on Stage Most people throw up...

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...