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Why choose between live music and a DJ for your wedding when you can have both?

Bands are great, but they’re expensive – and they only know so many songs. DJs will bring the dance party, but pre-recorded music, especially in those intimate moments, can lack that genuine, human connection that your love story deserves.

We’re here to make things simple:

We play live music. We DJ. And we help create unforgettable moments that are uniquely you.

​Picture this: soft, elegant live music leads you down the aisle. Later, your cocktail hour is buzzing with the sound of loved ones while live acoustic versions of your favorite songs are played for everyone to enjoy. And when you’re ready to turn the volume up, you watch your guests flood the dance floor for a dynamic, high-energy DJ set that has you partying all night long.

If you’re ready for a soundtrack for your wedding day that perfectly complements your vibe, delivered to you in a totally unique, no-compromise entertainment package, we’ve got you covered.

Message us today!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Which of the following are included in the package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Big Band
Blues
Classic Rock
Country
Dance
Folk
Funk
Gospel
Hip Hop
Jazz
Motown
Oldies
Pop
Punk Rock
R&B / Soul
Reggae
Rock
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Karaoke Services
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System
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Reviews of Joseph And Erika

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Joseph & Erika are highly recommended as wedding entertainment. They offer a seamless blend of live music and DJ services, creating the perfect atmosphere for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. Reviewers praise their exceptional talent, customization of songs, and ability to read the room and keep guests entertained. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail in the planning process also stood out. Overall, hiring Joseph & Erika is described as the best decision for a memorable and fun-filled wedding.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Joseph & Erika are highly recommended as wedding entertainment. They offer a seamless blend of live music and DJ services, creating the perfect atmosphere for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. Reviewers praise their exceptional talent, customization of songs, and ability to read the room and keep guests entertained. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail in the planning process also stood out. Overall, hiring Joseph & Erika is described as the best decision for a memorable and fun-filled wedding.

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Tori M. Sent on 10/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional experience, beyond anything we could have hoped or dreamed for!

We are so incredibly happy and thankful to have had Joseph and Erika as our wedding band. Not only are their talent and expertise unmatched, but they were incredibly accommodating. They were our first pick for bands, so we were beyond excited when we were able to book them. Our wedding was in Nantucket on LDW (no small feat), and they went to great lengths to book affordable travel and make the trip on such a busy weekend (also, amidst their other LDW events/engagements). When it came to planning, we had some unique asks and they went above and beyond to make our vision come to life. For starters, they learned all of our first dance songs (bride/groom, mother/son, father/daughter), and even personalized them with little tweaks we wanted to make. Week of our wedding, when I had the ridiculous request for them to send me a rough recording of our first dance song so we could practice since their version would be different from the original, they didn’t even hesitate. We freaked out when we heard it because it was even better than the original! Already assuming it was too much to ask, we also threw out the possibility of them learning one additional, special song the week of the wedding for the ceremony processional, and to our surprise they, yet again, didn’t even hesitate to accommodate. Their song list is extensive and exhaustive, so the fact that they were willing to learn four additional songs (that they probably won’t ever be asked to play again because they were unique to us) says a lot about how talented and how much Joseph and Erika care. Speaking of their song list, whatever mood/vibe you’re going for, it’s on there. We marked some songs we loved and others we could do without and discussed the ambience we were trying to create, and Joseph and Erika absolutely nailed it. Honestly, they made the whole event. Our guests were in awe of them, and they kept the energy and vibes high. As if they hadn’t already exceeded expectations, after our wedding they offered to cut a professional studio recording of our first dance song. They ended up giving us two high-quality mixed/mastered mp3s of our first dance song; one was the full song and one was the version we had them personalize and abridge for the dance itself. We’ll cherish them forever. I can’t recommend Joseph and Erika highly enough. They are top of our referral list for anyone planning a wedding or event, and we hope to find another excuse to book them in the future!
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Em Miller Sent on 04/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Worked with them multiple times... 10/10!

Having worked closely with Joseph and Erika on numerous different types of events, I highly recommend them for live music and DJ entertainment! Erika and I have had the pleasure of playing many shows together over the years, and each time, she has brought an unparalleled level of professionalism and energy to the space, both as a DJ and as a lead singer/frontwoman. She and her duo partner Joseph make a truly dynamic duo. Their ability to adapt to the mood and preferences of any crowd is truly impressive. You can catch them playing laid back acoustic tunes for ceremonies and cocktail hours, crushing a DJ set (with live vocals) and playing high energy singalongs... all in the same night. I have recommended Joseph and Erika to a number of my clients as well, and they consistently come back to thank me for the recommendation and mention their engaging performance style and easy-going nature which makes them a breeze to work with. 10/10, they're the best.
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Ashley B. Sent on 01/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing live music!

AMAZING! Our wedding was more intimate and small and Joseph & Erika were the perfect duo to help create the perfect atmosphere. They were very hands on from the moment we booked them and listened to what we wanted for our special day. I was hesitant in booking live music because a lot of musicians online seem to doctor up their vocals and it's hard to know what you will actually get when they perform live. This was NOT the case with Joseph & Erika, what you hear is what you get, and it's beautiful!!! I highly recommend including them at your wedding if you are looking for live music, they can be upbeat and lively or play more mellow music to create the perfect ambience during dinner reception!

Thank you so much for making our day so beautiful!!!
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Team

Joseph De Natale
Joseph De Natale
Co-Owner

Joseph De Natale is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer. He has collaborated with hundreds of artists and musicians from over 20 countries. His work has been heard in ad campaigns for international brands and in major motion pictures.

Erika  Van Pelt
Erika Van Pelt
Co-Owner

Erika Van Pelt is a versatile vocalist whose work led her to becoming a Top 10 Finalist on American Idol, Season 11. She has toured all over the world, appearing on national and international television and radio, and has shared the stage with Grammy award-winning artists. She has received regional awards and recognition for her original music in addition to being one of Boston’s only female emcee/DJ/singers.

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