Shimmer Band

Artist ID: 31176

Kick off your shoes and prepare to dance the night away with Shimmer. This entertainment powerhouse delivers the classics and today's best hits with a finesse and energy that leaves audiences wanting more. From a fantastic 7 piece band all the way up to a 12-piece ensemble, Shimmer is the perfect entertainment choice for any occasion. Shimmer has performed for all kinds of events in front of thousands of people, all over the world. They have performed for the Armed Forces in hostile territory to entertain our brave troops and back here at home to help make every event this most memorable it can possibly be. Call us today to secure this powerful and captivating band for your next event. We look forward to working with you!

GENRES FOR THIS ARTIST

R&B, Motown, Oldies, & Beach
Modern Rock, Alternative, & Top 40

SUGGESTED EVENT TYPES

Weddings
Corporate Events
Private Parties

REFERENCES

Matthew - I wanted to write you back and tell you how much fun we had with Shimmer at the Vandever wedding on June 25, 2011. The band was everything we could have asked for. They were true professionals. The evening flowed as well as it could have. They did a good job of letting the party come to them as the night progressed, then once everyone was ready, the band totally won the crowd over. We are very happy with our decision to use Shimmer and would recommend them to anyone thinking of using a band for their reception. Our crowd was about 50/50 young to old, but from the looks of the dance floor, everyone was having a blast. They played a wide range of music like we requested so there was something for everyone. We were impressed with their musical talent as well as their ability to interact with the crowd. The musicians were very talented and the singers were very versatile. All band members were very friendly. We have been told my numerous guests how amazing the band was and that we had the most fun wedding they had ever been to. Thanks for referring them to us. We are very happy with the outcome. Feel free to reply to me or Maggie.
Taylor V. (June 25, 2011)
Wedding

Matthew, Thanks so much for recommending Shimmer for Cari's wedding. We have heard from so many of our guests that they were the best band that had ever heard at a wedding. The dance floor was packed with both the older crowd and the younger guests. We wanted fun - and Shimmer delivered. Thanks again for your help in making Cari's wedding day so very special and please pass on to the band that we could not have been more pleased.
Merri and Al D. (April 2nd, 2011)
Bride & Groom

Hi Jay - I just wanted to write you to let you know how exceptional we thought Shimmer was at the retirement party on February 5, 2011. Since the party the guests have raved about how great you guys were and how great the music was that night. Your incredible energy from the moment we walked in, continued through the night without ever letting up! Everyone had a fantastic time and felt that you guys really made the event. One gentleman said that he had not danced this much in 20 years. I have never seen that many people dance at a company function especially a room full of construction folks.

The Band can really make or break a party and we were completely thrilled with everything you did to make ours a success. Please let everyone in the band know how much we enjoyed and appreciated your hard work. We will recommend you to everyone we know. Also, please feel free to have anyone contact us as a reference. We would look forward to speaking with any of your potential clients to let them know how outstanding you were. Best Regards,
Susan R. (Feb 5th, 2011)
Retirement Party

Dear Jay - We just wanted to take a minute to thank you personally for all of your hard work and performance during our 15th Annual Gala. The event was a great success, and we've received much positive feedback from the attendees. The music was perfect and the musicians were adored by our guests. They brought a fantastic amount of skill and energy to the performance and, as evidenced by our guests' requests for an encore, were entertaining well into the end of the evening. I have already been looking into 2011 dates and would like to know if you have Nov. 12, 2011 still available? I know this is early in the game but maybe you can put a lose hold on that date for us. Best Regards,
Stefanie J. - Marketing Director (Nov 20th, 2010)
Corporate Gala

Dear Matthew and Shimmer - David, Emily, and our Families and Guests wanted to thank you so much for being a part of executing our perfect wedding. We were just thrilled with your energy, style and performance. You played all of the crazy songs that we requested and that we love to hear, and it made our wedding perfectly tailored to us. I cannot believe that I sang three songs with the band, into a microphone at the wedding, I LOVED doing it, and I'm so glad that there is no wedding video to have recorded that performance! My dad had the best time performing with the band and it truly made his night and wedding weeking. Thank you for practicing with him in advance. He has been talking about his performance with you every day since the wedding. David also wanted to let you know " just how incredible and professional the band was, and how every person has commented on having the best time." David and I look forward to using you at future events. You were such a pleasure to work with. All the best. Love, Emily and David
Emily and David H. (June 5th, 2011)
Bride & Groom

Matthew - I am thrilled to tell you about them! WE COULD NOT HAVE HOPED FOR A BETTER CELEBRATION LEAD BY SHIMMER MUSIC!! They were all professional and personable. Jay went out of his way to craft the playlist exactly to suit our ideas. There were musically superb, brought incredible energy to the dance floor, and interacted with everyone in a way that was engaging but not over the top. They absolutely met all of our expectations and actually far exceeded them. We got numerous enthusiastic comments about how great they were from all ages present. I also want you to know that Jay brought extra PA equipment and the group spent a little extra time helping provide sound support for the area where the ceremony was held. While he and I had talked about this in advance, he was cheerful and willing and this was outside of the requirements of the contract. I would give them the highest possible recommendation and would be happy to provide any more testimonials you might need. Lauren and Denton are on their honeymoon but I know everything I have said speaks for them too. Thanks for checking in. I only hope I have a chance to hire them again sometime.
Bill H. (July 10th, 2011)
Groom

Steve - We thought the band was terrific and they were easy to work with. We would recommend them highly.
Arthur H. (Oct. 22nd, 2011)
Wedding

Shimmer played at our daughter's wedding on Saturday, Oct. 22. They were great! Played exactly what we wanted, got our guests really dancing and even singing. Everybody commented on the great band. We could not have been more pleased.
Johnnie H. (Oct. 22nd, 2011)
Wedding

They were great! Everyone loved them and had a great time! They got out in the crowd and really got them going! I did not want anyone "staying seated at their table" for the whole night which is why I really wanted a band, and they accomplished my goal for sure! Everyone danced the night away and I thoroughly enjoyed them as I think everyone did! They played a well rounded bit of music (something for everyone) and accomodated my request of Brown Eyed Girl when I asked for it so they get an A+ from me!!! I will def. recommend them to others as well as your services. Thanks again for everything!
Shelly M. (Oct. 1st, 2011)
Deaconess Hospital Fundraiser

This is long overdue but better late than never. Please see the attached thank you letter. I can't thank you enough for making me look like a star. You should be very proud to be associated with such talented individuals and part of such an awesome band. I couldn't believe how each member had such a great voice. Take care and I hope we can do business again real soon. Best Regards, Susan
Susan Rowlinson

Jay, Please pass along to the rest of the members of the band. Thank you so much for making our wedding day so much fun! Everyone had an amazing time - I'm sure you could tell. Choosing a band was the only item of the whole wedding that I was trusted with, so thank you for making me look good! Between myself, the mother of the bride, and my parents, we probably heard 100 people comment on how great the band was. You guys brought a ton of energy, and everyone loved the interaction with the crowd - especially the bride! Thanks again for an incredible performance. I will be glad to refer you guys to anyone getting married.
Brad Clark
Groom

All of the feedback I have received thus far has been extremely positive. From my perspective, I thought they were the best band we have ever had at this event. I really liked how they did the soft background music at the start of dinner, I did not have to prompt them to come back at their designated time (which has been an issue in the past), and they got this very stuffy crowd to dance. Thank you for being so on top of things!
Jaime Griffon
Charity Gala

"Shimmer was great, I received complements about the band all night, thank you."
Virginia Love
The Can Can Ball

"Shimmer was the “icing on the cake” to our wedding. Friends and family of all ages “raved” about your performance and versatile play list. Many thanks for making our wedding reception so special."
Courtney and Colin Moorhouse

Shimmer was incredible!!! Our guests asked us all night where we found such a great band for our reception. We could not have asked for anything else, you were excellent and we'd highly recommend your band."
Heidi Slang & Michael Zabilansy

Oh what a night! We could not have imagined how much fun a live band would be on the beach on Hilton Head Island. Everything was perfect, our guests had so much fun and raved about you guys all night. Thank you for playing the extra 2 hours! We just didn't want to stop dancing..."
Nim & Cameron Short

"Shimmer was once again awesome for the 4th year in a row. Everybody complimented how much better you get each year. Please send a contract to me for December 14, 2007, we look forward to having you back for the fifth year at F.E.I.'s holiday party."
Noreen Quin
Fincial Executives International Holiday Party

We will never be able to thank you enough for what you did for us. You were absolutely magnificent and your presence was truly a blessing. Every guest just raved about the band and you brought the meaning of celebration to a new level. I tried to sit down and take a break between songs, but you made it impossible. Every song seemed better than the one before. I have never had so much fun in my entire life! Ben and I knew the wedding was going to be good, but we had not idea that it would turn out so incredible. It is as though we had wedding angels looking over us helping us to find the most wonderful team to pull this off. Everyone we found to help us out was the absolute perfect choice, especially you. The kids are so happy! I think we gave them a wonderful start to what will be a very blessed marriage."
Ben & Sherri White

"The best band we have ever had. Please send us a contract for next year, December 15, 2007."
- Stacie Pugh

SONG LIST


Contemporary and Dance
Michael Jackson - Sake Your Body Down
B 52's - Love Shack
Beonce - Sweet Dreams
Bruno Mars - Grenade
Colbie Caillet - Fallin For You
Cupid - Cupid Shuffle
Cyndi Lauper - Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
Fall Out Boy - American Suitehearts
Jason Miraz - I’m Yours
Jennifer Lopez - On The Floor
Katy Perry - Firework
Katy Perry - Hot & Cold
Katy Perry - Teenage Dream
Katy Perry - Waking Up In Vegas
Lady Gaga - Paparazzi
Lady Gaga w/ Colbie - Just Dance
Miley Cyrus - Party In The USA
Ohio Players - Fire
Owl City - Fireflies
Pink - Get this Party Started
Pink - Raise You Glass
Rob Thomas - Her Diamonds
Shine Down - Second Dance
Shondell's/Billy Idol - Mony, Mony
Stevie Wonder - Isn't She Lovely
T.I. - Dead & Gone
Taio Cruz - Dynamite
Uncle Kracker - Smile
Usher - DJ Got Us Fallin In Love
Wild Cherry - Play That Funky Music

Pop
Adele - Rolling In The Deep
Adele - Rumour Has It
Alicia Keys - If I Ain’t Got You
Amy Winehouse - Rehab
Beyounce - Crazy In Love
Black Eye Peas - I Gotta Feeling
Black Eye Peas - Let’s Get It Started
Bootsie Collins - Cool Jerk
Bruno Mars - Just The Wau Yoy Are
Cee Lo Green - Forget You
Cold Play - Viva la Vida
Coldplay - Paradise
Elton John - Daniel
Fergi - Big Girls Don’t Cry
Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
Jack Johnson - Better Together
James Taylor - How Sweet It Is
Jamie Foxx - Blame It
Jason Mraz - Lucky
Joan Osborne - I'll Be Around
John Mayer - Vultures
John Mayer - Waiting On The World To Change
K T Tunstall - Black Horse & the Cherry Tree
Kings of Leon - Use Somebody
Lady Gaga - Born This Way
Lionel Richie - All Night Long
Maroon 5 - Moves like Jagger
Michael Jackson - Billy Jean
Michal Jackson - The Way You Make Me Feel
Michelle Branch - Game Of Love
OutKast - Hey Ya!
Prince - Kiss
Rascal Flats - God Bless the Broken Road
Rascals - Good Lovin'
Ricky Martin - La Vida Loca
Rihanna - Disturbia
Rihanna - Umbrella
Roy Orbison - Pretty Woman
Sting - Fields of Gold
Tom Jones - She's A Lady
U2 - One
Various - Girl From Impanema

Country and Rock
Almond Brothers - Sweet Melissa
Brooks & Dunn - Neon Moon
Brooks/Dunn - Boot Scootin Boogie
Carrie Underwood - Cowboy Casanova
Faith Hill - Breathe
Garth Brooks - Friends In Low Places
George Strait - Cross My Heart
Hank Williams Sr - Jamabalaya
Jimmy Buffet - Margaritaville
Johnny Cash - Folsom Prison Blues
Keith Urban - Kiss A Girl
Keith Urban - Somebody Like You
Kenny Rogers - Lady
Lady Antebellum - Need You Now
Lone star - Amazed
Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama
Montgomery Gentry - Gone
Montgomery Gentry - Gone
Rascal Flats - My Wish
Shania Twain - Man I Feel Like A Woman
Zack Brown Band - Chicken Fried

Standards, Swing, and Jazz
Dave Bruebeck - Take 5
Dionne Warwick - Dejavu
Etta James - A Sunday Kind of Love
Etta James - At Last
Frank Sinatra - The Way You Look Tonight
Jill Scott - The Way
Louis Armstrong - Wonderful World
Louis Prima/Brian Setzer - Jump, Jive an' Wail
Michael Buble’ - Haven’t Met You
Michael Buble’ - Home
Nat King Cole/Natalie Cole - Unforgettable
Nora Jones - Come Away With me
Nora Jones - Don't Know Why
Roberta Flack - Killing Me Softly
Shade - Kiss OF Life
Sinatra / M. Bubl’e - Come Fly With Me
Sinatra / various - Bewitched
Stevie Wonder - You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
Van Morison - Moon Dance
Various - Fever
Various - Fly Me To The Moon
Various - L.O.V.E
Various - Moon River
Various - Summertime
Various Big Band - Sing Sing Sing
Various Big Bands - In The Mood

Motown, Oldies, and Beach
Al Greene - Let’s Stay Together
Aretha Franklin - Respect
Carol King - Natural Woman
Diana Ross - Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
Drifters - Under The Boardwalk
Drifters/George Benson - Broadway
Earth Wind & Fire - September
Embers - Beach Music
Four Tops - Baby, I Need Your Loving
James Brown - Papa's Got A Brand New Bag
James Taylor - Carolina On my Mind
Martha & the Vedellas - Heat Wave
Marvin Gay - I Heard it Through the Grape Vine
Neil Dimaond - Sweet Caroline
Oddis Redding - Sittin' on The Dock Of The Bay
Patti Le Belle - Lady Marmalade
Ray Charles / Willy Nelson - Georgia On My Mind
Spencer Davis/Blues Brothers - Gimme Some Lovin
Stevie Wonder - I Wish
Temptations - My Girl
The Supremes - Baby Love
Tina Turner - Proud Mary
Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl
Various - Ain't To Proud To Beg
Various - Hold On I'm Coming
Various - I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bun)
Various - Stand By Me
Various - This Magic Moment
Wilson Picket - Midnight Hour

R&B, Funk, and Disco
Aretha Franklin - Chain Of Fools
Bill Withers - Ain’t No Sunshine
Commodores - Brick House
Donna Summer - Bad Girls
Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
Isley Bros. - Shout
James Brown - I Feel Good
James Brown - Living In America
KC & The Sunshine Band - Get Down Tonight
KC & The Sunshine Band - Shake Your Booty
KC & The Sunshine Band - That's The Way I Like It
Martha Reeves - Dancin In The Steets
Nora Jones - Chasing Pirates
OJs - Love Train
Rick James - Superfreak
Sister Sledge - We Are Family
Smoky Robinson - The Tears of A Clown
Stevie Wonder - Superstition
Taste of Honey - Boogie Oogie Oogie
Temptaions - Sugar Pie Honeybunch
Various - Shaky Ground
Various/Blues Brothers - Soul Man

Modern, Alternative, and Classic Rock
Aero Smith - Walk This Way
Allman Brothers - One Way Out
Atlanta Rhythm Section - Spooky
Beatles - Twist & Shout
Beatles/Joe Cocker - Come Together
Billy Preston - Will It Go Round In Circles
Bob Seeger - Old Time Rock & Roll
Bonnie Raitt - Give em Something To Talk About
BTO - Takin' Care of Business
Chubby Checker - The Twist
Dave Mathews Band - Too Much
Dave Matthews Band - Crush
Dobbie Brothers - Long Train Runin
Elvis - Blue Swede Shoes
Elvis - Little Less Conversation
Elvis - Little Sister
Eric Clapton - Wonderful Tonight
Fats Domino - Kansas City
Georgia Satellites - Keep Your Hands to Yourself
Grand Funk Railroad - Locomotion
Joe Cocker/Box Tops - The Letter
Maroon 5 - Sunday Morning
Maroon Five - Harder To Breath
No Doubt - Hella Good
Pat Benitar - Hit Me With Your Best Shot
Prince - 1999
Rare Earth/Temptations - Get Ready
Ray Charles - What I'd Say
Rod Stewart - Have I Told You Lately
Rolling Stones - Miss You
Santana - Black Magic Woman
Steely Dan - Ricky Don’t Lose That #
Steve Miller Band - The Joker
The Kingsmen - Louie, Louie
The Zombies / DMB - Time of the Season
Tom Petty - American Girl
Van Morrison - Crazy Love
Van Morrison - Somebody Like You
Various - Hot Rod Lincoln
Violent Fems - Blister In The Sun
Wilson Pickett - Mustang Sally

Songs for Jewish Events
Various - Bai Mir Bistu Shen
Various - Chusen Chale Mazel Tov
Various - Hava Nagila
Various - Siman Tov Mazel Tov

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