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78 Reviews for NESTA steel drum & Caribbean band

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Review by Laine S.

Private Party•Reviewed on May 22, 2025•From Manhattan Beach, CA

Very accommodating and good music!

Review by Alexandra N.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on July 25, 2019•From Carpinteria, CA

Review by Amy M.

Baby Shower•Reviewed on June 17, 2019•From San Juan Capistrano, CA

We were so fortunate to have Abby play & sing for us at our private party. She is such an amazing musician! We had many compliments from our guests and her music made the party so lovely! Thank you Abby so very much for sharing your talents with our family and friends!

Review by Steve L.

Wedding•Reviewed on November 13, 2014•From Malibu, CA

We had Nesta (Abby & Dan) play our wedding ceremony and during the reception cocktail hour. They were perfect during both. While planning the wedding, Abby gave us some great suggestions on which songs worked best for the main parts of the ceremony. In addition to the usual parts (processional, recessional, etc.), we wanted a song to be played during our unity sand ceremony. We really wanted Jim Croce's "Time in a Bottle" so Abby and Dan learned it. It was perfect! Later, Nesta provided the perfect feel for cocktail hour--a cool, fun vibe, that still allowed guests to converse. Many of our friends and family later told us how much they enjoyed the steel drums.

Review by Fin B.

Private Party•Reviewed on October 20, 2013•From South Pasadena, CA

They fit right in with our group, very compatible, and made the party just so much better. Thank you.

Review by Jackie W.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on July 22, 2013•From Thousand Oaks, CA

Abbey was wonderful! She performed at my 40th birthday party and did a great job setting the mood. She was the perfect addition to our party and I highly recommend her; you will not be disappointed.

Review by Jenny D.

Celebration•Reviewed on November 15, 2012•From Los Angeles, CA

I enjoyed working with Abby and Dan. All the necessary arrangements were easily managed, they arrived in plenty of time and played beautifully. I hired them for Chaffey College's celebratioin of Internaitonal Education Week. The steel drum music added a festive touch to our event; they were professional and flexible (a must for a student event) and even willing to do background music for our international fashion show. I would most definitely recommend them to friends and colleagues.

Review by Denise E.

Bridal Shower•Reviewed on July 2, 2012•From Arcadia, CA

Dan and Abby were amazing. Everyone commented on how great they were. They made our party a wonderful memory for my daughter and her finance. They are wonderful, fun people. Abby always got back to me quickly when I needed to change a few things. I would hightly recommend them for any event, and I will definately call on them again.

Review by Delaney G.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on April 8, 2012•From Santa Clarita, CA

Nests was great! Abby was very professional, friendly, and easy to work with. She made great suggestions that made our small party so much better, like having a duo during the ceremony and cocktails then switching to a full band. They were great in handling our logistics - backyard, front yard, backyard again. We ended up with a cold drizzly wedding day, but Nesta was a ray of sunshine.

Review by Dmitri W.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 28, 2011•From Los Angeles, CA

Professional, fun, and a great vibe. Everyone complimented me on the music and how it set the tone for a great party, and all I did was hire them :)

Review by Peggy H.

Rehearsal Dinner•Reviewed on August 14, 2011•From Santa Barbara, CA

We had a great rehersal dinner from my son's wedding and the Nesta group (with only two musicians)pulled it all to gether. Great communication, great feedback from guests and great flexability as we had to interupt several time for gifts, DVD, Comments...etc. We only had an hour and 15 minutes to set up. with all the other decoration...never worried about Nesta. They we on time, set-up and went above board to help work out sound for DVD. Thank you. Good luck on the next little BOY!! Peggy Hill, NEW YORK Hired site unscene.

Review by Neva W.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 18, 2011•From Porterville, CA

Nesta teel drum duo arrived on time for our event. The location was a developmental center for adults. We celebrated an early birthday for my twin, who resides at the facility. The party was also a thank you for staff and senior companions who are integral in the care of the clients. Nesta's music and talent was enjoyed by all. It was a great party thanks to the wonderful performers, Abby and Dan!

Review by Linda S.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on June 19, 2011•From Studio City, CA

Fabulous entertainers! Our guests were extremely impressed with their professionalism and music. It was the perfect choice for a nice back-yard party. The music was beautiful , yet not over-powering. Guests could still have a nice conversation and enjoy the ambience. Would DEFINITELY recommend Nesta!

Review by Cece R.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on May 1, 2011•From Huntington Beach, CA

Nesta was perfect for my husband's birthday party in our backyard. This party was for family and very close friends and quite intimate. Abby and Dan fit in like they were a part of our family - while maintaining their professionalism perfectly. Everyone loved their music and it was the most special part of the party. My husband was so delighted that he asked them to stay later. I would highly recommend Nesta to anyone!...and plan to have them back again in the future.

Review by Elizabeth H.

Birthday Party (Kids)•Reviewed on August 30, 2010•From Sylmar, CA

~NESTA~ steel drum band were awesome! ALl my guests loved their MUSIC much variety, great pix's. My only regret is I wasn't able to hire the complete band :( but, they sure sounded great! very NICE people Abby and DAn!

Review by Erica K.

Community Event•Reviewed on March 28, 2012•From Irvine, CA

Review by Jill H.

Wedding•Reviewed on July 24, 2010•From Santa Barbara, CA

Review by Judi H.

Wedding Cocktail Hour•Reviewed on June 13, 2010•From Santa Monica, CA

Having grown up with steel drums in the Virgin Islands, we thought we'd add a little bit of island flavor to our nuptials by having Nesta Steel drum band play for our wedding ceremony on beach and during our cocktail hour at the Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica, California. We were very impressed with their professionalism, the variety of songs they knew and how well they played...My only regret is that I did not get to hear (or dance to) much of their performance during the cocktail hour because we were busy with our photographer after the ceremony. I certainly hope to find another opportunity to have them play in the future!

Review by Marty V.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on May 10, 2010•From Long Beach, CA

Review by Beth H.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on April 19, 2010•From Yorba Linda, CA

Nesta was terrific! We had a great time!

Review by Lluvia B.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on December 14, 2009•From Simi Valley, CA

Awesome. My guests loved them. They thought it was a great change from the normal DJ. They were very professional and followed through with all request. Very friendly and great to work with.

Review by Laurie L.

Convention•Reviewed on November 10, 2009•From Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful music and very professional. I would recommend them to anyone looking for this type of sound. Great Job!

Review by Megan S.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 30, 2009•From Carpinteria, CA

NESTA was great! they played for my beach wedding in Carpinteria and everything went perfectly! All the guests were so impressed and loved the music

Review by Ann G.

Inauguration Party•Reviewed on October 4, 2009•From Hermosa Beach, CA

They were great in every way! I want to plan another event soon just so we can hire them again.

Review by Marya S.

Wedding•Reviewed on September 15, 2009•From Goleta, CA

NESTA was great! They were very responsive to emails/communication prior to the wedding and sounded fantastic during the ceremony and cocktail hour.