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I cannot say enough great things about this band!! Very open about their "plan" for the night and matching the tone of the guests, matching our expectations with clear communication from the start so there were no surprises working with them, willingness to learn songs we love that were not on their song list (plus nailing our first dance song!), and overall being a wonderful MC for all the speeches and toasts. They were the easiest decision we made while planning and are so glad we had them for our day. The dance floor was packed through the night, and we had guest coming up to us during the wedding to say how great they were! In fact, they were so great my 3 brothers all booked them for their upcoming weddings!
Laura N.
5.0
One Love was absolutely incredible! Our wedding band was our #1 priority because we love to dance, and they completely crushed it. The dance floor was packed all night, and so many of our guests said they were the best band they’d ever heard!
Anthony and Steve Babino, and Jen Canetta were all fantastic! The band even let me join them on saxophone to surprise everyone with a solo! It was such a special, unforgettable moment, and they made it an absolute blast.
Melissa and Eric were also amazing to work with throughout the planning process. They listened to all our ideas and preferences and helped make the night everything we hoped for. We cannot recommend One Love enough. Thank you for making our wedding so incredibly fun!
Kathryn M.
5.0
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One Love Music is a boutique live music company offering a versatile array of ensembles to suit any event, from smoking jazz bands, classical chamber ensembles and niche acts, to their famous roof-raising dance bands. Led by bandleader and artistic director Eric Nicolas – whose solo acoustic guitar & vocals act is the beating heart of One Love – they have rocked hundreds of parties, weddings, concerts and special events, up & down the East Coast, nationally and internationally, for over 20 years.
Every member of One Love is a musical powerhouse in their own career, having toured and recorded with the biggest names in pop music: Prince, Sting, Bruce Springsteen, The Stones, Paul Simon, Ray Charles, Cyndi Lauper, Sheila E, Miami Sound Machine, Rod Stewart, Hall & Oates, Bon Jovi, Marc Cohn, Gloria Gaynor, Taylor Dayne, Shakira, Tower of Power, Nile Rogers, Rob Halford, innumerable Broadway shows, and more.
One Love knows that every wedding is as unique as the love story that led to it; every event has its own special personality. From your first contact through the entire planning process, you have full access to Eric Nicolas and producer/business manager Melissa Rodnon, who guide you through every step of your music planning. With decades of experience in music, theater and performance production, they take their time getting to know you, your taste in music and the vibe you want for your party, and they collaborate closely with you to craft a unique, unforgettable night of music. Whether your musical tastes run to country & classic rock, top 40 & contemporary dance hits, Motown, soul & funk, 90s alt rock and 80s classics — or all of it mixed together! — One Love plays it all, always the right music at the right time, from the moment your first guests arrive for your ceremony to the last explosive dance song of the night.
Whether you are working with an independent event planner, the team at your venue, or doing it all yourself, One Love will work with you and your professionals to make sure the flow of your event is smooth and polished from load-in to load-out. With a top-of-the-line digital sound system and
dedicated engineers, One Love can install in any kind of space: a luxurious, carpeted banquet hall on Long Island, a raw, industrial space in Brooklyn, a tent in the middle of a field in Connecticut, a private home in Vermont, a luxury resort in the Caribbean. One Love is not a large and impersonal agency; they do a smaller number of finely-curated events each year, giving their full attention to each.
From an intimate gathering to a blow-out with hundreds of guests, One Love can rock a party with any size band to suit your vibe, your venue, and especially your budget. Generous discounts for off-peak dates throughout the year.
Woman-owned Business
31+ years in business
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Accordion
Bagpipes
Banjo
Bass
Bugle
Cello
Fiddle
Flute
French Horn
Guitar
Harmonica
Harp
Keyboard
Mandolin
Organ
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Steel Drum
Trombone
Trumpet
Ukulele
Viola
Violin
Vocals
Music Genres
African
Bluegrass
Caribbean
Celtic
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
EDM
Flamenco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Jazz
Klezmer
Latin
Polka
Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
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Live Music
MC Services
Recorded Music
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After Party
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6-Time 'Best of Weddings'
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Meet the team
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- Eric NicolasOwnerEric Nicolas here, bandleader, lead guitar & vocals. I've led One Love for over 800 parties, for decades, across the US and beyond. I love getting to know my couples, learning their unique tastes and guilty pleasures and turning that into a wild dance party. It's a joy to see a roomful of people going crazy, singing along, having a blast. And while I've been known to make it happen with just my guitar/vocal solo act, with the power of One Love behind me we're unstoppable. I'm in awe of my musicians and singers and feel honored to lead them. I look forward to bringing our magic to you - EN
- Melissa RodnonManaging DirectorMelissa is a native New Yorker, a graduate of Wesleyan University, a former ballet and modern dancer, and has worked in performance and event production for over 25 years. In 1999, Melissa was one of the founders of an award-winning theater and performance organization in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, just as that area was starting to explode. There she produced a monthly showcase series for new work, with dozens of performers and hundreds of audience members; she also supervised the production of annual galas and larger performance events, overseeing everything from tech to publicity to customer-facing audience experience. As her dance career came to its natural close, she met Eric Nicolas, a brilliant songwriter, guitar player, singer and bandleader. He introduced her to Brazilian music, and after her first trip to Brazil to study percussion – and specifically the pandeiro, now her main instrument – Eric and Melissa formed an acoustic duo that is still the beating heart of One Love. After assisting Eric for a few years with the production logistics for his club date band, Melissa officially became the band’s production manager in the mid-00’s. When the band separated from their agency representation in 2017, Melissa took the managerial helm and has been navigating One Love Music, LLC to successful waters ever since. She handles not only the company’s business finances, insurance, marketing, branding and development; she is also the production manager for every single event One Love does, working closely with event planners and venue managers. She runs the Westchester office and a satellite HQ in Greenport, LI.
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One Love is an exceptional wedding band that kept the dance floor packed with nonstop, high-energy music from ceremony through after-party. They’re professional, highly collaborative, and flexible, learning special requests and tailoring sets to the crowd. The musicians and vocalists are versatile and talented, and guests repeatedly raved about the unforgettable performance.Review photos
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Cara G
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5.0
Eric, Melissa, and the entire One Love crew made our wedding an unforgettable celebration beyond our wildest dreams. Music has always been deeply important to my husband and me, so...
finding the right band was our number one priority. We didn’t want just any typical wedding band—we wanted something extraordinary. From the moment we connected with Melissa and Eric, it was clear we had found exactly what we were looking for.
Their vibrant energy, unmatched professionalism, and genuine passion for what they do shone through in every interaction. What truly set One Love apart was that Eric and Melissa are not only the masterminds behind the band but also active performers in it. This gave the experience a personal touch, as they brought us into the music, making every moment feel uniquely ours. Their attention to detail and collaborative spirit were exceptional, helping us create a perfectly personalized soundtrack for both our ceremony and reception.
Our guests are still raving about the band. The energy on the dance floor was electric from start to finish—no one wanted the night to end! Many of our friends and family said it was the best wedding band they’ve ever heard, and we couldn’t agree more. The night felt so authentically “us,” and that’s thanks to Eric, Melissa, and the entire One Love team.
Not only did they deliver incredible music, but their advice on the overall flow of the evening was invaluable. Following their guidance ensured the energy stayed high all night long. Months later, we’re still hearing from guests about how special and unforgettable the celebration was.
Eric, Melissa, and the One Love crew, thank you for making our wedding a magical experience we’ll treasure forever. We felt so loved, so celebrated, and had more fun than we could have imagined. We’re already counting down the days until we can gather everyone again to have you play at our next event!
Response from One Love Music
Thank you so much Cara! We had the best time with you all, including all the fun chats ab...
out music leading up to the main event! Please stay in touch with us and hopefully we'll see you and Geoff again soon! Have a happy new year! - Melissa
Laura N
5.0
I cannot say enough great things about this band!! Very open about their "plan" for the night and matching the tone of the guests, matching our expectations with clear communicatio...
n from the start so there were no surprises working with them, willingness to learn songs we love that were not on their song list (plus nailing our first dance song!), and overall being a wonderful MC for all the speeches and toasts. They were the easiest decision we made while planning and are so glad we had them for our day. The dance floor was packed through the night, and we had guest coming up to us during the wedding to say how great they were! In fact, they were so great my 3 brothers all booked them for their upcoming weddings!
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Kathryn M
5.0
One Love was absolutely incredible! Our wedding band was our #1 priority because we love to dance, and they completely crushed it. The dance floor was packed all night, and so many...
of our guests said they were the best band they’d ever heard!
Anthony and Steve Babino, and Jen Canetta were all fantastic! The band even let me join them on saxophone to surprise everyone with a solo! It was such a special, unforgettable moment, and they made it an absolute blast.
Melissa and Eric were also amazing to work with throughout the planning process. They listened to all our ideas and preferences and helped make the night everything we hoped for. We cannot recommend One Love enough. Thank you for making our wedding so incredibly fun!
James F
5.0
If you want to guarantee your wedding to be a success, book One Love. Shortly after my wife and I were engaged we saw One Love at a friend’s wedding and they absolutely killed it -...
we knew we had to book them for our wedding.
One Love has a huge repertoire and will craft you a great set based on your preferences. Keep in mind that One Love will not have a rigid set list and will instead play to the crowd. They are seasoned professionals and may push back on ideas you have because they know what’s going to keep the crowd engaged. If you’re looking for a band that’s going to play exactly what you think you want, they may not be for you, but if you want a band that’s going to keep your guests dancing all night then One Love will deliver. They may not have played every song we thought they would play at our wedding but some of the songs we didn’t expect were some of the biggest crowd pleasers!
One Love will work with you on custom requests but always want to make sure they keep the party going. They were able to make beautiful recordings for our ceremony songs when we had concerns about weather and they did an awesome arrangement of Shine on You Crazy Diamond for one of our dances - cutting it down from 20+ minutes to a jam-packed 3. They even learned a song so I could perform with them which will be a moment I’ll never forget!
Most importantly we had so many guests raving about the band - every song was on point and kept the energy going (they even take breaks in shifts so there is never a lapse in music). Hiring a band for your wedding is a big investment but if you have the means there’s not much else that will have such a big impact on the party. One Love delivered and everyone had an unforgettable experience!
Madelynn S
5.0
Wow - One Love was truly the highlight of our wedding. We lost count of the amount of people that came up to us telling us it was the best wedding band they've ever heard. My husba...
nd and I did not leave the dance floor the entire night. They were incredible and I can't recommend them enough! On top of that, they were such a delight to work with, so nice and collaborative. Hope we can see them again in the future!
CJ T
5.0
These guys absolutely CRUSHED it. I lost count of the number of people that told us this was the best wedding band they’d ever heard. Everything from the ceremony music, to the coc...
ktail hour and reception music was just absolutely perfect. They gave the day such incredible energy. All the musical suggestions were spot on too. I’m so glad we added the violin and horns!
This is truly such a talented group of people. The male vocalist (Justin) totally nailed our first dance song. It was a complete hit and was so fun to have everyone singing along. The female vocalists were absolutely epic as well (Stephanie and Mia). They ended the night on pink pony club, which was the perfect decision. You guys know how to read a room! Also, I should mention they have an incredibly talented AV guy that got all the equipment and sound levels perfected – not exactly easy in an outdoor tented wedding. We also learned through our process that many bands don’t have a dedicated person that travels with them so this was a huge bonus!
This was truly the best day of our lives and we are forever grateful to One Love for bringing such an unbelievable performance. It would not have been the same without them. I would pick these guys again and again.
Side note, beyond being incredibly talented, they’re also fantastic to work with. Eric and Melissa were so genuinely excited to talk through our ideas. Thank you thank you!!
Emily D
5.0
One Love performed at our wedding at the Woodstock Inn, and we are still completely blown away! Working with them was an absolute dream; they are incredibly flexible and seamlessly...
handled all of our venue's setup logistics, coordinates, and staging needs without us having to worry about a thing.
What sets One Love apart from every other wedding band is their personalization and robust music catalog. They didn’t just hand us a rigid package; they helped us thoroughly plan, curate, and customize our entire timeline and setlist to match our exact needs and vibe. They were even completely open to learning special song requests just for us, making our ceremony and dances feel incredibly personal.
The most unique part of the One Love experience is that the music literally never stops. Unlike standard wedding bands that take breaks and throw on a basic playlist, One Love kept the live music flowing flawlessly from the ceremony to the gorgeous jazz trio during cocktail hour, right through the reception. They also made our evening uniquely unforgettable by letting some of our special guests jump on stage and play with the band. Having my grandpa jump up to sing and my father-in-law shred on the guitar during the reception brought the house down and created memories our families will cherish forever.
To top off an already epic evening, their favorite DJ, Alex Alexander, absolutely crushed the after-party! He brought the ultimate energy, playing the perfect mix to transport us right back to our college dance floor days.
If you appreciate great music, personalization, professionalism, and a nonstop packed dance floor, hire One Love!
Chris L
5.0
A couple of months after our wedding, we’re still hearing from friends and family about how incredible the band was—and honestly, we couldn’t agree more. OneLove absolutely *made* ...
our reception and turned it into the kind of unforgettable, high-energy celebration we had always dreamed of.
From the very beginning, their communication and availability were outstanding. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but the band made this part of the process feel easy and exciting. They were always responsive, open to ideas, and willing to jump on calls to talk through details. It never felt like we were just another booking—they genuinely cared about making our night perfect.
One of the things that really stood out was the depth and versatility of their song list. It felt like they could play *anything*, and not just play it, but truly perform it. Whether it was classic rock, modern hits, or unique cultural touches, they had it covered—and at an incredibly high level.
What really took things to another level, though, was how much effort they put into our special requests. We had a very specific vision for our entrance—something totally unexpected—and they leaned all the way in with us. We had in-depth conversations about pulling off a full-on metal entrance with “Kickstart My Heart by Motley Crue” and they absolutely nailed it. The energy in the room exploded the second they started playing.
Our first dance was just as meaningful, and again, they went above and beyond to get it right. Their rendition of “Thank You by Led Zeppelin” was beautiful, emotional, and perfectly tailored to the moment. It felt incredibly personal, not like a standard cover at all.
And then… they somehow kicked it up *another* notch. Bringing in a second guitarist, Guy Valic, was one of the best decisions we made. His playing added this insane, face-melting rock edge that elevated the entire performance. You could feel it in the crowd—people were blown away.
Another highlight was their Irish fiddle set, which was such a fun and unique touch. It brought a completely different energy to the dance floor and meant a lot to us and our families. It’s not something you see at every wedding, and they executed it flawlessly.
By the time the night really got going, the dance floor was absolute chaos—in the best possible way. Packed from start to finish, nonstop energy, people singing, jumping, dancing like crazy… exactly what we had hoped for. They didn’t just play music—they created an experience.
If you’re looking for a wedding band that will truly partner with you, take your vision seriously, and then exceed it in every way, OneLove is it. They didn’t just meet expectations—they completely blew them away.
Jeanne M
5.0
We had the best experience using One Love Music. They completely knocked it out of the park. Melissa stayed in contact with us and she and Eric helped us to hone our list of prefer...
red songs. They went above and beyond learning a few new songs that we requested, including an older parent’s absolute favorite song to dance to. The entire room was up on their feet the whole night and MULTIPLE guests contacted us afterwards to let us know how much they enjoyed our wedding, and specially our band. Absolutely would recommend this band! They were just incredible and such a pleasure to work with! Thank you One Love!
Olivia H
5.0
AMAZING wedding band! We hired them for our November 15th intimate wedding at Foxfire Mountain House, and the entire planning/coordinating experience with this band was seamless an...
d easy. Their song list is incredible, and there were more than enough songs for us to choose from, and they picked some unexpected songs that ended up being hits at the wedding! Our guests still can't stop talking about the band, and how they absolutely crushed the Led Zeppelin songs. Every musician in the band was extremely talented and each had their own moment (drum solo, guitar solo, etc). Could not recommend them more!!!
Alex B
5.0
"I've been listening to more Bruce Springsteen since your wedding" has been the ultimate compliment this proud Jersey Boy heard after our wedding.
One Love made the wedding of my ...
dreams come true, and that's no exaggeration. Guests were dancing the whole time as we always hoped, appreciating the talented musicians passionately delivering our favorite songs across genres.
Like many couples, my wife led a lot of the planning, but when I was searching for NYC area bands for our wedding, I came across YouTube videos of One Love playing some of my favorite classic rock songs and could tell their passion for music would be exactly what I always dreamed of at my wedding. They earned immediate personal bonus points for being based out of the East Village, where I used to live.
Eric and Mellissa were amazing to work with, and we immediately knew we were in trustworthy hands. They made all of our requests come true like a rocking rendition of Rosalita, letting my wife sing along to Everlong, and our first dance to Grow Old With You from Adam Sandler's Wedding Singer.
Huge thanks to One Love for making our day so special and a major reason why we'll never forget. So many songs have new deeper meaning to us now thanks to you. We're so happy and proud to be able to see your live shows when playing in the area!
Robert S
5.0
From the moment One Love started the pre wedding music with the violinist and the leader of the band, Eric, on guitar to the last song, everything that the group did was so perfect...
. What a great band. The 3 vocalists were so good and so versatile. They can handle any style from standards, to disco, to more modern. And they do it with such polish and style. The horns were great. Eric and the violinist are perfect together. Drums and bass hold everything together. They did a great job of getting everyone on the dance floor. This was a relatively small venue, but they had a good sense of that in terms of the volume. I can only imagine what they would sound like in a larger venue. I am the father of the groom, and I helped select One Love. We listened to a lot of demos and talked to a number of groups. One Love stood out because they were unique in their polish, sophistication and versatility. They do not sound like a generic wedding band. Eric is a superb musician and professional. Also working with them has been extremely easy. I could go on and on. One caution. If you hire them, and you absolutely should, I might just show up.
Charlotte M
5.0
ONE LOVE IS AMAZING! They were absolutely fantastic at my September 2025 wedding. Several guests asked me for their information afterwards! Everyone had sooooo much fun and said th...
ey were the best wedding band they'd ever heard! They brought the energy in every way :) THANK YOU!
Hannah D
5.0
I was probably the most stressed about finding the right band for our wedding, and if you're reading this review and feeling the same way, just stop your search right now. I don't ...
think I will ever work with a more fantastic set of musicians in my lifetime. Melissa and Eric were professional, funny, and just flat-out talented. They took our jumbled, frantic vision of what we wanted and brought total clarity (and most importantly, VIBES). They say they are all the about the music, and that's exactly what they are. We were completely blown away at our wedding music from the ceremony to the reception, all the way to the afterparty. To this day, I still have friends and family come up to me and talk about how much this band changed their lives as much as ours. We hope to find an excuse to work with them again!
Lynne D
5.0
This band is simply incredible! From start to finish it was so easy to work with them and the outcome was just fabulous! We had an elegant event for our daughter’s graduation and E...
ric and Melissa tailored the music selection, instruments and vibe just for us. We wanted an upscale, jazzy feel to our event and One Love was able to curate a specific ensemble just for us. The pricing was absolutely fantastic and they put us well within budget, which was great.
Our guests had one consistent comment throughout the night: “Wow, where did you find the band? They are really amazing!” Even after the event the comments continue to center around the band. Don’t get me wrong, the venue and the food were also simply unbelievably great (probably the most beautiful venue in New England!) but One Love received “alllll the love” from our guests.
I highly recommend this band if you are looking for talent that is top shelf and even more importantly nice people who are truly concerned about delivering exactly what you are asking for at your event!
Casey M
5.0
We couldn't have asked for a better wedding band! From the first song to the last, they had everyone on their feet and dancing the night away. The energy they brought to our recept...
ion turned it into a true celebration! They worked with us leading up to the wedding to understand our music taste and helped us schedule the flow of the party. So many of our guests have told us it was the most fun wedding they’ve ever been to, and we know the band had everything to do with that. We danced the entire night.
Ashley S
5.0
Wow. Where can we begin to express how extremely impressed, grateful, and overall thrilled that we found this band. It felt like fate had struck from the moment that we had our ini...
tial call with Melissa and Eric. My husband led the call who is a MAJOR music enthusiast, and could not stop talking about how great of conversation he had. Melissa and Eric are profound professionals of what they do. We built a relationship with them where they could really get a feel for the overall vibe we were looking to achieve at our wedding, and man did they deliver.
If you are looking for the non cookie cutter type of band to have at your wedding, look no further. The professionalism, passion, and just overall talent is so impressive. Our guests kept saying they didnt feel like they were at wedding, but an actual live concert.
We are forever grateful for there ability to adapt and help us put together the best song list that really described our love for music and kept everyone on the dance floor.
Thank you, One Love! Cant wait for our paths to cross again one day.
Nicole P
5.0
I would give 10 stars if I could! We would highly recommend the ONE Love band! They really know how to keep the energy high and bring the party. Melissa is extremely kind and easy ...
to worth with. The team listened to our wants and needs and completely delivered exactly what we wanted. We saw them twice as guests at our friends weddings prior to having them at our own. It was the best decision we could have made! Thank you to the entire band for making it such a special night and one we will remember forever!
Jamie B
5.0
One Love is truly an exceptional band! They were recommended by our wedding venue and Melissa and team were such a pleasure to work with from our first phone call through day of th...
e wedding! We had seen all the amazing reviews and even so on our wedding day they still truly exceeded our expectations! Our friends and family are still raving about them from our September wedding and many have mentioned them being the best wedding band they’ve ever experienced (we agree!) They did beautiful music for our ceremony and cocktail hour and then gave us the best dance party we could possibly imagine for our reception! They truly made our day amazing and we couldn’t recommend One Love more!!
Liz W
5.0
Hire this band if you want your guests to be dancing all night! Months later and our guests still rave about how much they loved the band and the set list. They worked with us to u...
nderstand the songs we did (and didn't) want to hear, and created an amazing set list. Our wedding would not have been the same without One Love - they made our special day even more unforgettable.
Response from One Love Music
Thank you so much Liz! We had so much fun with you all. Warmest wishes to you and Jack an...
d we hope to see you all again soon! Happy New Year :)
-Melissa
Maia A
5.0
Every moment of our day went so smoothly and there was such good energy, and in large part that was because of all that Melissa and Eric did! We absolutely loved all of the music -...
the ceremony was beautiful, the Jewish music and dancing was so energetic, and the English and Spanish sets were SO much fun. They were truly so amazing to work with!!
Elana M
5.0
Selecting a band for our wedding was one of the tougher decisions we had to make - bands are really the make it or break it of weddings! We are so incredibly glad that we decided t...
o go with One Love. Melissa and Eric were fantastic partners - they listened to our requests, gave us advice on how to structure the events, and absolutely killed it on the night of. Our guests could not stop raving about how incredible the band was and how much fun they had while dancing the night away. It was very important to me that we chose a band who could pivot their playlist depending on the energy and vibe of the crowd - and Eric-middle-name-Pivot did not disappoint! Many of our guests missed dessert because they were having too much fun dancing the night away.
If you're thinking about hiring One Love for your wedding, don't hesitate for a second. They are worth every penny and more.
Sam C
5.0
We can’t say enough about One Love and the incredible experience we had working with them for our wedding. As music lovers, we took our search for the perfect band very seriously. ...
After extensive research, including attending live showcases and reading countless reviews, One Love quickly rose to the top of our list. Their reputation for versatility and professionalism was truly impressive.
From our very first interaction, Melissa made the process seamless. Her communication was prompt and thorough, ensuring we felt confident in our choice. She took the time to understand our wedding vision and musical preferences, which were quite specific. After a great conversation with Eric, the band’s leader and primary frontman, we knew we were in good hands. Eric's enthusiasm and musical knowledge resonated with us, and his recommendation of Guy as our lead guitarist proved perfect—Guy was absolutely incredible.
The band was incredibly accommodating, even learning a couple of songs for us. Their extensive catalog showcased their ability to cover a wide range of genres—from high-energy classic rock and soul to modern pop and jam band favorites. On our wedding night, One Love delivered a performance that exceeded all our expectations. They curated a perfect setlist, reading the room's energy flawlessly, which kept everyone on the dance floor all night.
One of the highlights was their closing song, “Hey Jude,” which created an unforgettable atmosphere of pure joy. Even now, weeks later, our friends and family are still raving about how fun and talented One Love was. Many guests told us they were the best wedding band they had ever seen, with one even saying it was the best “concert” they’d ever experienced.
If you’re looking for a band that can bring your wedding vision to life with warmth, skill, and professionalism, look no further than One Love. We can’t recommend them highly enough, especially for those who care deeply about their wedding music.
Katherine A
5.0
A heartfelt THANK YOU to the One Love Band!! Your talent and energy truly took our wedding to the next level for us as a couple, as well as all our guests who are still buzzing abo...
ut the music! Your vocals and instrumentals are amazing! We appreciate your attention to detail in customizing the perfect setlist for the evening, as well as mixing our favorite songs from a variety of genres to offer something for all age ranges of our guests. We cannot thank you enough and look forward to catching more shows in the future!! Highly recommend for all future brides and grooms that want to throw a party for the ages!!
EVAN K
5.0
Melissa and Katya, I just wanted to let you know everything was perfect, it was a beautiful night and the violin at the cocktail hour was just perfect, Katya I am so sorry I did n...
ot introduce myself and thank you for your excellent violin music, I was just trying to make sure I was in the right place at the right time for my daughter but thank you, Evan
Gaby G
5.0
Wow, where to even begin. You. Are. AMAZING. You created the wedding of our dreams! The talent and energy your team brought to the stage was nothing short of amazing. Every single ...
guest was raving (and still is) about all of you. We can't tell you how many times we've heard "I have never seen a horah that amazing in my life!!!!!" The level of personalization and care you put into our wedding was truly unbelievable. Eric, you really could pass as an Israeli singer any day, or James Taylor for that matter!! We can't wait for the video just so that we can hear your music again!!! The ceremony music, our parent dances, the horah, the Chef's table tribute, Elton John, the list just goes on and on... every single song was unbelievable!!
Melissa and Eric treated us with the utmost first class service from day one. Melissa was extremely attentive to emails and texts (even when on the road), and even with some very last minute requests. Eric went above and beyond to personalize our wedding -- and make meaningful tributes wherever he could. Eric took dialect lessons the WEEK before our wedding to ensure a perfect performance of a song in Hebrew we had requested. A huge shout out to Katya who also went above and beyond, learning Vivaldi at the very last minute... The list goes on and on. We will leave you with this: If you book One Love for your wedding, you are sure to be overjoyed in every moment of your celebration!!!
Annie H
5.0
Our daughter was married on June 21st 2024 and had a spectacular wedding thanks to the band “One Love”. They are an amazing group of talented musicians and added additional talen...
ted musicians tailored to the feeling that our daughter and now son-in-law were trying to create.
“One Love” is a boutique music company with a manager that also performs in the band. We used their musical talent throughout the entire event including during the church ceremony, during cocktail hour and at the reception. Eric was just spectacular at the church, just beautiful. Cocktail hour, with the addition of a couple more band members, was so lovely and then the full band of eight for the reception made for a simply amazing wedding experience. The group willingly learned a several songs and executed beautifully. The dance floor was hopping from the start of the wedding reception until the very end.
Melissa, the manager, was so great to work with. Our wedding was a tent wedding with everything having to be brought in. Melissa was invaluable in guiding us to the appropriate size stage needed, as well as some more economical options. She was readily available to answer questions that I had.
Everyone who attended the wedding just raved about “One Love”. We would highly recommend this band to provide the best wedding experience ever!!!!!
Susan B
5.0
-One Love exceeded our expectations--their talent and ability to command the crowd was exceptional. ---Eric- your singing on "Grow Old with You" for a first dance was perfection...
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The ceremony music of the violin and guitar was so beautiful-it was magical. The jazz trio in the cocktail hour was just perfect. . The dance floor was packed all night and the energy was off the charts. We have been getting such compliments about the band.
It is almost 2 weeks and we are still getting feedback about the best wedding band. From our first zoom meeting with Melissa and Eric to our last minute details -the attention they both paid to detail was phenomenal -you can't go wrong using "One Love" at your wedding. It is a worry free thing to check off your list . I hope to be a guest at a wedding they are playing. .
Thanks again -
Emma D
5.0
Melissa and Eric at OneLove are absolutely the best of the best in the game! They have an extensive knowledge and repetoire of music, and helped us perfectly curate a playlist for ...
our big day. They were extremely responsive during the planning process, and learned additional songs outside of their list, and they sounded beautiful. The energy was exhilarating, and their team and band sounded amazing, and never took a full break, so we always had music playing. We got so many compliments on the music from our guests. I 100% recommend booking OneLove for your events!
Response from One Love Music
Thank you Emma! It was such a joyful occasion, an honor to be a part of it. Congratulati...
ons to you & Matt - please stay in touch with us! All the best, Melissa
Ryan F
5.0
I spent an enormous amount of time searching for the perfect band to play at our wedding on May 24th, 2024, at the Liberty Warehouse in Brooklyn. Music is incredibly important to u...
s, so it was crucial to find a band that could meet our high standards. When I discovered One Love, I knew instantly they were the right choice. Their sound, versatility, and professionalism stood out from the very beginning.
One Love truly went above and beyond to tailor their performance to our specific requests. We had some unique song choices and special arrangements, and they delivered each one with a bang! Their ability to accommodate our needs made our wedding day even more special and personal.
Communication with Melissa and Eric was stellar from the initial booking all the way through to the day of the event. They were responsive, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure everything was perfect.
One Love provided the perfect soundtrack for each part of our wedding. They played beautiful ceremony music, vibrant cocktail hour music with a jazz trio, and energetic reception music that kept the dance floor packed all night long. Their versatility and skill were truly impressive.
Our guests couldn't stop raving about One Love. From the exceptional skills of the musicians to the vibrant energy they brought to the stage, every aspect of their performance was top-notch. The strings, singers, horns – each member of the band was outstanding.
I truly couldn’t have asked for a better band for our wedding. One Love made our day unforgettable, and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an extraordinary musical experience.
Response from One Love Music
Thank you Ryan! What an unbelievable night that was, perfect in every way. All the best ...
to you & Lauren and please stay in touch with us!
Melissa
Janey F
5.0
Melissa, Eric, and One Love were absolutely incredible. They learned a handful of songs for us to make our wedding so special and the energy in the room was 10/10 the whole night b...
ecause they were so incredible. All of our guests commented on how great the band was, and they were sooo easy to work with throughout the whole process, too.
Collin B
5.0
One Love Music made our Wedding Day incredibly special! Melissa, Eric, and the rest of the band were totally professional throughout the entire process. Their attentive communicati...
on leading up and during the wedding gave us peace of mind that one thing we did not need to stress about was the music. Their wide-array of music choices allowed us to tailor our playlist to the genres/songs that we wanted to hear. It was evident that they had incredible musical knowledge and were able to take our preferences and build out a cohesive playlist that flowed perfectly throughout the entire night. Most importantly, their performance was INCREDIBLE! They brought amazing energy and truly made our reception an unforgettable experience. We received so many comments from our wedding guests about how great the music was, and we could not have agreed more. We would recommend One Love to any and all couples!
Caitlin D
5.0
We had the most amazing time at our wedding. As so many of our guests described it, it was the party of the century thanks to One Love. My Aunt has started calling them “The Icing”...
because they really did pull the whole thing together and make it a “treat.” One Love learned to play our first dance (You Make Me Feel Like Dancing) and they were the utmost professional when it came to planning. We could feel we were in good hands from our first call. Our only problem: trying to find another reason to have the band play for us again!!!
Maria S
5.0
One Love's sound is incredible! They were very intentional in the lead up to our wedding to meet with us to discuss the songs and vibe we were going for and they not only hit all t...
he requests, they knocked it out the park. We have been getting compliments on the band ever since!
Alex I
5.0
One Love was incredible at our wedding in October, our guests are still raving about them! Melissa and Eric were so communicative in the months leading up to the wedding and helped...
my fiancé and I with suggestions regarding our music choices and even our timeline! Our main dances were all in different genres, but the performance of each song was incredible. One Love even took the time to learn songs that were not on their HUGE song list to play songs that had special meanings to our families. I cannot recommend them enough!!
Julia V
5.0
One Love was an absolutely amazing band! From the beginning contact through the reception, they were wonderful to work with, and I don’t think our guests sat down one minute. The p...
arty started with the first song and kept going throughout the evening. Book them!!!
Rebecca C
5.0
Absolutely blew us away! One love curated the most perfect night of songs- Melissa and Eric took the time to talk to us to understand our preferences/vibe and took that and put tog...
ether the ultimate night of music. Our guests STILL talk about how amazing the band was. Their energy is unmatched and absolutely made it the party we dreamed of.
Tobias A
5.0
Better than we could have ever imagined. Everyone who was there said "incredible day...that band!"
Sarah M
5.0
One Love was an excellent wedding band! Lead musician Eric also played at the rehearsal dinner and welcome party on Friday evening. He had a completely different repertoire and sou...
nd for the Friday events- solo, acoustic, background. For the reception, the music was perfect. Everyone was up and dancing the full time. One Love's musicians seemed to be able to play anything in any style. Melissa, the manager, did a wonderful job communicating with the bride and groom and parents before the wedding. She and Eric helped the bride and groom select/create a personalized playlist. Our experience with One Love was excellent from start to finish. As MOG I can only comment on the budget for Friday night; the cost was very reasonable, especially given the quality of the experience.
Paul H
5.0
We saw One Love at a friend's wedding and we decided that we wouldn't have a band at our wedding if we couldn't get One Love. They were exceptional throughout every step of the pro...
cess, going above and beyond what I would expect from a vendor. They basically functioned as our defacto wedding planner for a large part of our process; and their expertise (from venue selection, to course timing) was truly invaluable. This is to say nothing of the music, which is untouchable. They don't take breaks, they cover all genres, they crushed our first dance, and were, without question, the biggest hit of the evening. Most importantly, they really seem to be having a great time up there. Incredible energy. Tons of smiles. This is your most important vendor, yall! They make it easy!!!!
Sonja F
5.0
Look no further, you have found your wedding band! OneLove was beyond exceptional and an absolute dream to work with. From our very first call, I knew we'd found true partners in b...
ringing our musical vision to life. I heard a lot of brides say something like "don't expect your band to actually play what you want," and this is absolutely NOT the case with OneLove. They completely tailor the experience and the music to your vision, and they executed it to perfection. We had two ceremonies and a reception at the Ocean House in Westerly RI. OneLove provided music for the entire weekend. The ceremonies very different vibes - one Jewish ceremony with traditional music; one secular ceremony with Beatles and Taylor Swift; and the guitar/violin duo for both had everyone in tears. For our wedding party, they were extremely accommodating for some special requests, including a guest singer for our first dance; an acoustic performance; and working with a prerecorded medley for the father-daughter that they faded seamlessly into their own set at the conclusion of the dance, completing my vision for the moment perfectly. What I loved most about working with OneLove is how much they emphasized the flow and mood of the evening. They reacted do dynamically to our guests while never losing sight of our vision. Their singers for each song are chosen for their ability to match the style of iconic hits, so you basically feel like your favorite artist is singing the hits live for you. All of our guests were RAVING about the band afterwards, truly we heard it nonstop. I can't recommend OneLove enough for their consummate professionalism and truly epic performance.
Tessa P
5.0
If I could give One Love Band 10 stars, I would! Working with Melissa and Eric was so easy throughout the entire process. They thought of things I never would have and made sure th...
at the event was a huge success. From the ceremony music, to the cocktail hour, to the full band, everyone was so amazingly talented, energetic, and fun! All of our guests at the wedding told us repeatedly that they were the best wedding band they had ever heard! They picked up on what kind of music everyone was loving and also knew such a wide range of songs that there was something for everyone! If you want your guests to be raving about the wedding for WEEKS after, you should book One Love Band! It was the wedding of our dreams!
Roya Y
5.0
WOW!!! We dreamt of an epic dance party for our wedding and One Love made it happen!!! We had SO much fun dancing to incredible live music with all of our friends and family - they...
all loved the music and kept telling us so!!! We could have kept dancing all night. Throughout the planning process from the very beginning, One Love worked closely with us to brainstorm our music goals, fine-tune our set list and first dance requests, and then beautifully executed everything!!! In addition to our reception music, One Love organized beautiful acoustic music for our garden ceremony with guitar and violin, coordinated the music timeline with our catering team with incredible detail, and provided so much reassurance for us leading up to and on our wedding day. The raging dance party at the end of our wedding will forever be the best wedding memories for us!!! We truly could not imagine wedding day without this band. THANK YOU for helping us create the perfect wedding, we love you guys!!!
Response from One Love Music
Roya thank you for this wonderful review – it was a BLAST, your friends and family were s...
o much fun to party with! Congratulations to you and Mike and please stay in touch with us! warmest wishes, Melissa
Greg B
5.0
OMG. Best band EVER. I’m so happy we booked One Love. Everyone was blown away. They curated a live playlist to maintain music the entire event and it was always perfect.
Samantha C
5.0
I couldn't recommend One Love Band more highly...they were INCREDIBLE at our wedding! Melissa and Eric were a dream to work with throughout the whole process, and the full band wa...
s so talented, energetic, and fun! We were especially grateful that they learned and played our first dance song exactly like the recording, since we had fairly complex choreography. They learned and played multiple songs just for us, including for parent dances and our ceremony music -- they are so committed to making your wedding entertainment fully personalized and exactly what you envision. Multiple guests at our wedding told us during and after the party that they were the best wedding band they had ever heard/seen! Absolutely book One Love Band if you want to have the fun and memorable wedding of your dreams!
Marc L
5.0
You guys were amazing. From the Janis Joplin early on in the evening we knew we were in for a treat and that kept going all the way to Proud Mary at the close with tons of Phish an...
d Dead, per our request, in between. At least thirty people came up to me personally last night to tell me how awesome they thought you were and how much they loved the setlists and about as many instagram posts and texts the day after said the same and they keep rolling in. From the start, you were great to work with and have amazing range, and, of course, we especially appreciate you working out how my wife and I could join you to perform our first song on stage before we moved to the dance floor. Everyone had an amazing night and you kept the party moving with great energy the whole time. Thank you from a very happy bride and groom.
Ali F
5.0
We wanted a band that would bring the house down and this band delivered and more. From our first call with Melissa and Eric to set the tone of our wedding to our final song (joini...
ng the band on the stage), they were absolutely phenomenal in every single way.
We wanted a party that was full of great dance music and amazing vibes in which our guests would be rocking on the dance floor all night – and they were! Whenever we needed help with a special song, Melissa and Eric were quick and helpful to recommend some great choices.
Not only were Melissa and Eric so easy to work with, helping us craft the perfect set list and tone of our wedding, but also the music and talent of the band was just fabulous. Guests were coming up to me during the wedding asking, “Who is this band? They are the best music I’ve ever heard at a wedding!”
One Love was also amazing during our ceremony, cocktail hour, and hora, and we couldn’t be more grateful to entrust these guys to anchor our wedding – We’ve been to many weddings and One Love was truly the most incredible band.
Carey C
5.0
We had an incredible experience with Eric, Melissa and One Love at our wedding at the Misquamicut Club in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. They put together a group of highly talented mus...
icians that perfectly met our vision, from playing beautiful instrumentals at our ceremony through to fun dance / sing-along songs at the reception. Stephanie, Joe, and Bill were fabulous! Throughout the process they were very professional, readily available, flexible, and listened to what we wanted. They have a very extensive playlist and were able to perform every song we requested. They were very engaging and interactive, read the crowd, and played music that had everyone dancing and singing. They are top notch musicians and created an awesome atmosphere. It was a pleasure working with you, thanks again!!
Response from One Love Music
Thank you Carey! It was a pleasure getting to know you and being a part of your beautiful...
day. All the best to you both - stay in touch!
Melissa
Amanda S
5.0
I got married at Saltwater Farm Vineyard in Stonington, CT this month. The owner of our venue recommended One Love to us on multiple occasions so we decided to reach out! We were s...
uper impressed by how personable and detail oriented they were from our first call. We did not have the opportunity to see them play in person but we did watch them on YouTube, read there impressive reviews and decided to hire them! We are so happy we did. Not only was the music amazing, they helped us to create a schedule for the day that kept the energy going through dinner. They were happy to hop on as many calls as we needed leading up to the day and were incredibly responsive. So many of our guests came up to me on the dance floor to scream in my ear "this band is amazing how did you find them!?" If you want a packed dance floor, just hire them.
Response from One Love Music
Thank you Amanda! It was great to get to know you and work with you to plan a fabulous pa...
rty. So glad you had a wonderful time, Best wishes and stay in touch!
Melissa
Anne Marie D
5.0
Melissa, Eric, and the group of incredibly talented musicians are off the chart incredible! We were married June 3 and had a blowout dance party at New York Botanical Gardens that...
was unmatched. We had a full dance floor before dinner that continued for FOUR straight hours. They can play EVERYTHING from Jazz, Ballads, Rock, Country. We asked for special songs played by the string trio for the ceremony and they covered our favorite Billy Joel song for a truly unique and one-of-a-kind recessional. We had several calls leading up to the big day where Melissa and Eric listened to our every desire and matched it. I thought it would be good but they exceed all of my expectations. Our wedding guests all said the same thing: "This band is amazing!" My wedding was the best day of my life and they were very much a reason!
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