New York City bluegrass bands

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Astrograss

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Bluegrass Band from Brooklyn, NY (6 miles from New York City, NY)

Astrograss, formed in 2003, performs high-energy bluegrass music for all occasions. Since its inception, Astrograss has moved to the forefront of New York's lively acoustic music and bluegrass scene. The band has also been recognized on a national level, performing yearly at the legendary Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival since 2007, and also at the prestigious South by Southwest Festival in March 2009. The band's self-titled debut album, released in February 2005, showcases its unique sound:... (more)

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Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective

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Bluegrass Band from Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from New York City, NY)

Coming straight from the eye of Brooklyn's hot acoustic roots scene comes the Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective. Made up of some of the most fluent and experienced of New York's young bluegrass musicians, these boys bring soul, instrumental prowess, professionalism, and upmost respect to your most important and memorable events. With several hundred combined events under their belts, you can be assured that every detail of your event will be addressed with quick, clear communication,... (more)

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Citigrass

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Bluegrass Band from New York City, NY

The band is a steady feature on the nightclub and festival circuit as well as a nationally-aired recording act. The members are top players on their instruments and have played thousands of private events of all kinds. Citigrass, based in New York City, specializes in a kind of "urban bluegrass," which blends rock, jazz and even classical influences with traditional bluegrass to create a hot, modern sound that attracts a much wider audience than most bluegrass acts. This... (more)

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The Carolina Gents

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Bluegrass Band from New York City, NY

Comprised of some of the best bluegrass, americana, and country musicians in the New York/ New England area, The Carolina Gents can provide the pure, sweet sounds of appalachia for your intimate ceremony and cocktail hour, then crank up the hootin and hollerin' on the dance floor for your reception; playing all of your requests and favorite songs with a southern twang and effortless production. The band sets itself apart with their stylistic versatility, classy-vintage dress and ability to... (more)

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The Yankee Rebels

Bluegrass Band from East Meadow, NY (21 miles from New York City, NY)

The Yankee Rebels is an award winning, 5 piece bluegrass band that has been entertaining audiences for 40 years. We feature traditional and contemporary bluegrass vocals and instrumentals. We have appeared on major bluegrass festivals, radio and tv shows and were featured in a full length movie "Bluegrass Skyline." (more)

Bluegrass Band from East Meadow, NY (21 miles from New York City, NY)

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The Bailsmen

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Jazz Band from New York City, NY

Brooklyn's The Bailsmen play gypsy jazz and vintage music. We are New York's busiest event band with over 200 events and parties a year. Offering French bistro, New Orleans dance party, and New York sophistication. Whether you're contacting us for your wedding reception and cocktail cocktail party, or for the next product launch and corporate event, The Bailsmen will tantalize your guests with our fun and upbeat instrumental and vocal music. Born on the rooftops of Brooklyn in 2012, these... (more)

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Jake's Rockin' Country Band

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Country Band from Freehold, NJ (38 miles from New York City, NY)

Are you looking for the Tri-State area's number one country rock band? You've come to the right place. There's a reason we were awarded Best of GigMasters for 5 of the last 6 years. We play todays rockin' country and country classics and southern rock and rock classics. We also have a LIVELY Country line dancer and country DJ to PACK THE DANCE FLOOR.SOLO ARTIST ALSO AVAILABLE. This three to seven piece band hosts two guitarists, a pedal steel guitar two male singers, an incredible... (more)

Country Band from Freehold, NJ (38 miles from New York City, NY)

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MAMA JUKE

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Cover Band from Brooklyn, NY (7 miles from New York City, NY)

MAMA JUKE is a gumbo of New Orleans influenced blues, blue-eyed soul, funk, and folk. Actor/singer Elijah Bridges brings elements of bluegrass and rag with his soulful harmonica, acoustic guitar, and voice. Amos Rose is a world traveling multi-instrumentalist who also sings and plays lead Telecaster guitar, and was recently featured by Jazz at Lincoln Center. Brendan O'Grady is an in-demand session musician, composer and arranger. Drummer Jon Wert is a sought-after musician in the NYC rock... (more)

Cover Band from Brooklyn, NY (7 miles from New York City, NY)

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Richard Stillman

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Irish Band from Montclair, NJ (13 miles from New York City, NY)

I play banjo, mandolin, ukulele, guitar, bagpipes, pennywhistle & harmonica. I have a strong tenor singing voice and perform with Irish, Scottish, Dixieland, Country, Bluegrass, Hawaiian and Italian bands. I have performed on Broadway, the Kennedy Center, on PBS TV's Shining Time Station and at theaters, schools and concert halls from New Jersey to Alaska. Tap dancing, Irish step dancing, clog dancing, rope spinning, hat tricks, juggling, acting, and storytelling are some of my other... (more)

Irish Band from Montclair, NJ (13 miles from New York City, NY)

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The Raggle Taggle Gypsy-Os

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Celtic Band from Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from New York City, NY)

Born in Brooklyn, NY, The Raggle Taggle Gypsy-Os perform traditional and modern Celtic music for all occasions. Made up of veteran professional musicians from NYC, the band features soaring vocal harmonies, virtuoso instrumental playing and an entertaining repertoire for all crowds. From traditional Celtic fiddle music to contemporary Irish folk to The Pogues and more, The Gypsy-Os have a wide range of Irish music to perform. The band also has a strong background in traditional American... (more)

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E~Boro Bandits

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Country Band from Belmar, NJ (40 miles from New York City, NY)

The E Boro Bandits of Branded Music Group play all genre's of music specializing in Country (new and old) classic rock, southern rock, the band and the dead. The E Boro Bandits have a few different country bands depending on your needs. With over 1000 songs in our repertoire we will work with the event planner to put together the exact show they want! The Bandits can be anything from a 1 to 8 piece band including fiddle, pedal steel and a female vocalist. Contact today for a quote! I have a... (more)

Country Band from Belmar, NJ (40 miles from New York City, NY)

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Royalstrings Duo ROCK/POP/CLASSICAL

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Classical Duo from Paramus, NJ (14 miles from New York City, NY)

Recent reviews on Wedding Wire. 5.0 Stars Steve and the Royal Strings were amazing! Steve was super responsive when first booking and readily available for any questions that I had over the course of the last year. Everyone at our wedding was raving about them, the music selection they played and the ambiance they brought to our ceremony and cocktail hour. I wish I had another wedding to hire them for! Erin, 12/9/17 5 Stars Our event was a business function for about 50 clients.... (more)

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Banjo Nickaru & Western Scooches

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Americana Band from New York City, NY

Banjo Nickaru and Western Scooches specialize in Country, Bluegrass, old timey, Western Swing, 20s/30s, traditional jazz, music of New Orleans, blues, tin pan, ragtime, world music & dance. We also play an eclectic mix of traditional genres, Blues, Gullah Geechee & World Music. We take genre & song requests. Our band members have performed at such NYC venues as Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, 55 Bar & around the world, including Japan, Spain, Brasil, Sweden, St. Kitts, Bermuda, Israel,... (more)

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The Defibulators

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Country Band from Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from New York City, NY)

Described alternately as "Hee-Haw on mescaline" and "CBGB-meets-Grand Ole Opry," The Defibulators are first-and-foremost a live band, and their boundless energy and infectious sense of joy onstage have quickly earned them a devoted following in a city not known for its love of country music. Through four years of relentless touring since the release of their "Carter Family-meets-Ramones" (AMG) debut, 'Corn Money,' the band's sound has evolved and their songwriting matured, but it still took a... (more)

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JACKSON RIDERS COUNTRY/ BLUEGRASS BAND

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Country Band from Howell, NJ (43 miles from New York City, NY)

The Jackson Riders are a simply spectacular country and bluegrass group. Consisting of a pedal steel player, banjo, guitar, fiddle, lead vocalist, and upright bass the Jackson Riders are the perfect addition to any country cookout, barn dance, hoedown, picnic, bluegrass festival, birthday party, wedding or corporate event. They are available from a trio to a full six piece band to fit your budget! A country line dancer or square dance caller can be added to keep the party dancing! The... (more)

Country Band from Howell, NJ (43 miles from New York City, NY)

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Jonathan Moody Band

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Cover Band from New York City, NY

Opened for VINCE GILL, MARK CHESNUTT, ROBERT EARL KEEN, and even played for LADY GAGA's Super Bowl halftime show rehearsal, among many more! Some of the most notable clients are HALLMARK CARDS, MICROSOFT, MONSTER JAM, LEATHERMAN TOOLS, TEXAS RANGERS, HYATT RESORTS, MARRIOTT RESORTS, WESTIN RESORTS, SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS NEWS, NOTRE DAME UNIVERSITY, DR HORTON, HEB, TESORO, SUPER BOWL, PEPSI and the list goes on! Jonathan has been fortunate to grace prominent stages such as the HOUSE OF BLUES... (more)

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CC&TheBoys

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Country Band from Astoria, NY

Country Blues Southern Rock Party Band! Featured house band at Blake Shelton's "Ole Red" and Grand Ole Opry's "Opry City Stage". We're rowdy and make every party a little more backwoods legit. Dolly, Willie, Lynard and Merle. Let's dance! CCandtheboys.com We can perform all of the hits that bring your party to the fun level. We cover all levels of country… you want bluegrass singalong, rockabilly, Americana, Pop Country, Southern Rock. We know the rules and we know ALL the hits. Promise.... (more)

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BASKET HOUSE BAND

Irish Band from New York City, NY

Basket House Band is a group of musicians and singers with vast experience and accomplishments in Irish traditional music, bluegrass, rock n roll, country and pop music. Each New York based member has a long history of accomplishments in all genres of music. The band was born out of the cauldron of Times Square Irish music venues demanding highly versatile musical acts with the ability to perform hundreds of rock, country and contemporary requests while keeping and Irish feel to the party... (more)

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The Far Trio

Original Band from New York City, NY

Eamon, Drew and Ethan as a musical team have performed around NYC and Buffalo for the past 5 years. They have been concentrating on writing music together, augmenting each other's individual compositions and coming up with unique arrangements of songs and pieces by their favorite song writers and composers and bringing that music on tours across NYS and the East coast. They have performed concerts at The Northwest Jazz festival, Carnegie Jazz Festival, Pausa Art House, Shakti Lounge, Hotel... (more)

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Band Jam LLC

Cover Band from Manasquan, NJ (43 miles from New York City, NY)

Want something completely different for your next function? The biggest challenge for many events is keeping your audience engaged. They “have seen it all” or are constantly checking their phones. How about getting them involved using these same devices with and into an interactive and immersive show that they have never experienced before? The Where Reality Rocks™ show is the only hosted LIVE MUSIC (Band or DJ), GAME/VARIETY, TALENT Show or ALL THREE in one theatrical and musical... (more)

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Cricket Tell the Weather

Bluegrass Band from Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from New York City, NY)

Cricket Tell the Weather is a Brooklyn based string band with its roots deep in the bluegrass tradition and its branches stretching wherever the sun shines. Winners of the 2013 FreshGrass Award, Cricket combines indie folk songwriting and traditional bluegrass instruments. As a listener, you can expect Cricket's core to beat with the heart of a restless spirit determined to play it out and move along. Whether you want to call it a folk roots string band, or an indie bluegrass quartet, it's... (more)

Bluegrass Band from Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from New York City, NY)

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Stone Mt Road

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Bluegrass Band from Haddon Heights, NJ (83 miles from New York City, NY)

We offer genuine acoustic Bluegrass music to the Northeast. Traditional Bluegrass with a modern flair. 5-string Banjo, Fiddle, Guitar, Upright Bass and Mandolin are our core instruments mixed in with Dobro. 3-part vocal harmonies round out the band. Our band members include regular performers on the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville,as well as band musicians for top artists in Bluegrass and Country music, so there should be little doubt that you're getting the real deal. We pride ourselves on our... (more)

Bluegrass Band from Haddon Heights, NJ (83 miles from New York City, NY)

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Noggin Hill

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Bluegrass Band from Philadelphia, PA (83 miles from New York City, NY)

In the southern Appalachian mountains, fiddle and banjo players have been reveling in the complimentary textural relationship of the two instruments for hundreds of years. The rhythmic momentum, undeniable warmth & endless potential of this down-home duet is celebrated in it's full spirit by Brendan Cooney and Nikolai Fox. After years of performing together in Philadelphia's longest running 6 piece Americana band, Cooney and Fox established Noggin Hill in collaboration with the visceral,... (more)

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Tookany Creek

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Bluegrass Band from Elkins Park, PA (79 miles from New York City, NY)

We are a great acoustic band. Our vocal harmonies are beautifully designed and executed. Our show is varied and includes fiddle, banjo, bass, guitar, mandolin and ukulele. The material we present includes classic bluegrass and country hits as well as pop tunes from the thirties, fourties , fifties and rock and roll from the sixties. We can craft tunes to suit your requests and can structure our set lists to for your event. We can perform as a duo, trio or quartet. (more)

Bluegrass Band from Elkins Park, PA (79 miles from New York City, NY)

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The Bernstein Bard Trio

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Acoustic Band from New Paltz, NY (68 miles from New York City, NY)

Our instrumentation is acoustic using mandolin, guitar, and upright bass. We perform swing tunes by Duke Ellington, Fats Waller, Django Reinhart and George Gershwin; Latin and Tango by Jobim, Bonfa, and Bizet; traditional and popular melodies from around the world including Bluegrass, Old Time, Irish and Scottish fiddle tunes, Italian mazurkas and tarantellas, Finnish waltzes, Jewish melodies; Blues, reggae, Americana roots and folk music. Popular melodies include songs by the Beatles, Van... (more)

Acoustic Band from New Paltz, NY (68 miles from New York City, NY)

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Fiddleguy

Gypsy Band from Lansdale, PA (77 miles from New York City, NY)

Bill is available for solo/strolling violin events, and also within groups focusing upon Classical, Eclectic Jazz (Standards, Bossa, Swing, New Orleans), Gypsy Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, and Cape Breton/Contra and Irish musical styles, with or without vocals. Whether soloing on Sweet Georgia Brown, accompanying speedy dancers on the "Wizard's Walk", or weaving through the intricacies of the Brandenburg Concertos, Bill Nixon plays the music you want! Gifted with perfect pitch and the resultant... (more)

Gypsy Band from Lansdale, PA (77 miles from New York City, NY)

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The Hometown Boyz

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Country Band from Scranton, PA (100 miles from New York City, NY)

!! Have a ball with the best party band in Northeast Pa !! !! Please check out our newest video titled "Wedding Ceremony Bluegrass Style" if you are looking for ceremony or cocktail music !! Hi, we are THE HOME TOWN BOYZ and we play a variety of country, bluegrass, classic rock and more. We are very audience friendly and a lot of fun. Heck, even Elvis makes an appearance at all of our shows. We play the good old 50's and 60's rock n roll and country along... (more)

Country Band from Scranton, PA (100 miles from New York City, NY)

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