56DAZE
2022 THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS WINNER! - OHIO & MICHIGAN
About This Vendor
Ohio's Premier Wedding and Event Party Band!
High Energy LIVE Party Music to Pack Your Dance Floor With "I'm Going to Feel That Tomorrow" Kind Of Fun! 56DAZE is incredibly versatile at providing accurate LIVE renditions of your favorite songs and will drive the night through decades of "danceable" and “sing-a-long” favorites. From the rock classics, Motown hits, 80's dance and pop, to the 90's alternative and today's modern rock and country, there is something for everyone to enjoy. We will customize the evening’s playlist to fit the musical taste of our newlyweds and their guests. 56DAZE has been selected as a KNOT “BEST OF WEDDINGS 2023” wedding vendor by Ohio and Michigan brides and grooms. Because we have earned this distinction more than a few times, we are also a permanent member in the KNOT “BEST OF WEDDINGS” HALL OF FAME. Likewise, we have been selected multiple times as well by Wedding Wire, most recently as a "COUPLE'S CHOICE 2023" award winner. On the day of the event, 56DAZE will be onsite a few hours before it starts to be setup, sound-checked, and ready to go when your guests arrive. Tony will EMCEE the event from the bridal party arrival through the end of the night and will have wireless mics available for those VIPs with speaking parts throughout the evening. We will provide pre-recorded music for the cocktails and dinner period and will DJ song selections from our couples approved song list during any short band breaks later in the evening. After dinner, we kick up the live music until the lights come on or until you just can’t dance anymore. 56DAZE brings a state-of-the-art sound system perfect for any event large or small as well as a fully controlled light show for the evening’s live music performance and dancing. 56DAZE is comprised of some of the most proficient musicians in the Toledo, OH area and are united by a love of live performance and a passion to party please. Our commitment to excellence in service, sound, and performance makes us, 56DAZE, one of the best wedding and event bands in the Midwest. Give us a call or email today! We would love to be YOUR BAND on YOUR WEDDING DAY! 56DAZE has performed regionally for corporate events held by the Detroit Lions, The Toledo Mud Hens, The Columbus Zoo, Marathon Oil, PNC Bank, the Toledo Walleye, General Electric, NASCAR, Kroger, Ronald McDonald House Charities, and the American Heart Association to name a few. 56DAZE is also a preferred private entertainment vendor at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, the Cleveland House of Blues, Chicago City Winery, and many hotels and country clubs across Ohio, Michigan, and beyond. They can also be found as regular summer entertainers in Put-In-Bay, OH at the World-Famous Beer Barrel Saloon.
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Instruments
Guitar, Harmonica, Keyboard, Percussion, Vocals
Music Genres
Country, Dance, Disco, Hip-Hop, Pop, R&B, Rock
Music Services
Live Music, MC Services, Recorded Music, Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties, After Party, Wedding, Reception
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Having gone to a lot of weddings and always spending the majority of the night on the dance floor, we knew music was a priority for us. Our wedding was a mid-sized (~90 guest) destination wedding, so beforehand I was a little concerned about en...
ergizing the dance floor and making sure guests would have a good time. If you can relate in any way, look no further this is the band for you! We hired 56DAZE for our wedding in April 2023 and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Tony was extremely professional and communicative during the planning process and even agreed to assisting us with the music for the ceremony. When it came time for the dance floor to open up, the band performed brilliantly ! They did such a great job of reading the audience and knowing what songs to play when. At the end of the night, our guests started chanting "One more song!" and they graciously agreed to play another to please the crowd. If you have the opportunity to book them for your wedding or event, DO IT! You will not be disappointed.
Tony and all of 56Daze are the pinnacle of a professional wedding band. 56Daze does way more than just live music. From the beginning of the reception, the band will handled everything from the intros, cake cutting, first dance, supplementary d...
ances, announcements, and more. Anything you need or want in your wedding reception, they are willing to work with you to make it happen.
From the day we booked 56Daze, communication was very clear and available. We never had to worry about schedules, event details, or anything.
On the day of our wedding, the band maintained the timeliness of our reception flawlessly. I was genuinely impressed at how well they maintained the timeline, and I never felt like we were rushed.
I would not hesitate to recommend 56Daze to anybody. They were very professional and put on a 10/10 show!
We went through 56 Daze for our wedding this past June and they were AMAZING! Tony was incredibly professional to work with and very timely with getting back to us. We had people raving about them all night and still have people coming up to us...
, months later, complimenting us on our band at the wedding.
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56DAZE was the absolute perfect band for our wedding! They helped make the night more memorable than we could have imagined.
First, getting ready for the event was extremely easy. Tony helped us narrow down our music selection, but left ev...
erything up to us. I mentioned at some point that Weezer was a favorite band of mine, and they learned Say It Ain't So for the wedding! They absolutely killed it and everyone had a great time.
At the wedding itself, it was so helpful to have Tony MC for the event. He kept things moving, and was very well practiced for the MC portion. The music felt very catered to us. It is 3 months later, and people are still talking about the band. The dance floor was bumping for the entire wedding. So great! We would 100% recommend booking 56DAZE.
We could not have picked a better band for our daughters wedding. The dance floor was packed with all age groups from the time the band started until the venue turned the lights on to let us know the wedding was over. They made the wedding th...
e best ever! We would hire them again.
Planning a wedding can be stressful at times. Deciding on whether to have a band or a DJ can be just as challenging. This summer my daughter got married, and we used a band. It turns out that going with a band and hiring 56 daze was a huge hit ...
and the best decision we made. We took the time to see other bands and quickly realized that 56 daze was the right decision for us. From start to finish, the band kept our guests on the floor. It was the main topic of discussion about how much fun they were. If you're looking to save some time and listen to some great music, hire 56 daze. You won't be disappointed. They brought the house down with some great music and awesome showmanship. They were AWESOME !!
Jim and Lisa Wheeler
56DAZE really made our wedding the best day we could imagine. My husband had one request for our wedding and it was live music. After doing extensive research on bands in the Sandusky area, I knew 56DAZE would be my husbands dream wedding band....
They play something for everyone and the dance floor was truly packed all night.
They are true professionals who care about the couple and making it their day special. We told Tony how much we love “guardians of the galaxy” and the song “come and get your love”. He surprised us as was able to incorporate the song at the best moment, a memory I think we’ll remember forever!
Could not recommend this band enough!
Tony and the band were wonderful to work with! They were very accommodating and helped the night run so smooth. They were mindful of our requests and were wonderful communicators during the months leading up to our event. Would definitely hire ...
again and cannot wait to watch them perform again!
We could not be more pleased with hiring 56 Daze for our daughter’s wedding. They were easy and responsive to work with from day one. Every age group at our wedding enjoyed the music and didn’t want them to stop playing at the end of the night....
I’m not sure I’ve seen a more full dance floor as 56 Daze read the crowd perfectly. Don’t wait…hire them now!
Book 56Daze!! You will be beyond happy you did! We had a beautiful wedding for our daughter and son in law. Two years in the making and Tony and 56Daze won the BEST vendor award!! Working with Tony through three postponements was as easy as it ...
could be. His correspondence was almost immediate and the planning was the simplest as with any vendor. The ease in planning is great BUT it is the talent that he and the band have that will BLOW you away. We STILL have guest raving about the band! And we all know how important the party is!! The music will be beyond belief and if you have any hesitation in having a live band on your vendor list, contact Tony and immediately you’ll know how great he is. Listen to their music and it will be the easiest decision you make! And they are busy!! Not just weddings, but they play everywhere including the Rock Hall of Fame. 56 Daze is amazing and also so reasonable priced!! Love this band!
Response from the Vendor on 01/11/2022
What a great way to start out the new year Kelly in reading your wonderful review. Thanks so much. It really was a fun ride over the past few years moving dates and venues and more dates. I am glad to hear everyone is still talking! Ke...
ep us in mind for the next party! Thanks! Tony
Booking our wedding with 56Daze was a no brainer. We had already come out to watch the band at a local venue, and had seen and heard in person how amazing they were. They have a huge range of songs they can play- old, new, rock, pop, funk, co...
untry.. They were even playing some songs that had only recently hit the radio. They are like chameleons, they can match the style and sound of pretty much any band (even Journey!) dead-on. Their sound is absolutely incredible. Our wedding guests all raved about them. We had numerous comments to the effect of "Oh my god, that band was amazing! I've been to a lot of concerts, and this is by far the best band I've ever seen!". Quite honestly, they made our reception great! They had a great synergy with the crowd, and their music energized everyone! We were all pumped the entire night, and the dance floor was packed the entire time.
The band lead, Tony, was fantastic to work with. He made everything super easy for us. After meeting with Tony for just a half hour, we had all music planned and set for every part of our reception! All we had to do was pick the songs we wanted, he did the rest. He had everything thought out, even some of the important things we wouldn't have considered. He gave us the options, all we had to do was decide.
They were also very flexible during the reception. Our wedding venue threw us a curveball that forced us to delay opening the dance floor (and the band) for a half hour, which scrambled the schedule of events for our reception. Tony again made this easy for us, suggesting a simple way to rearrange our schedule and get back on track. The venue let us stay an hour later due to the problem, and the band had absolutely no issue playing until the very end.
This band is extremely talented, all class, and will absolutely make your wedding reception more memorable and fun than you would have ever thought possible.
Choosing 56Daze was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! I had seen the band perform at a few of my friends’ weddings; at each, their high energy, song choices, and immense talent kept the dance floor packed all night, and I knew ...
I had to have them at my own wedding one day. Sure enough, when our time came, 56Daze was one of the first vendors we contacted and booked, and we’re so glad we did! Planning a wedding during a pandemic had its challenges, but from the beginning, Tony and the guys were easy to work with and beyond understanding and patient. They are true professionals who are passionate about what they do and provided us with great recommendations that helped the order and timing of our reception flow seamlessly. They also helped me surprise my dad and brother with custom Chicago Cubs jerseys, which meant the world!
We had the most amazing time dancing the night away with our friends and family, and couldn’t have asked for more. We still get compliments on how our music brought guests - of all ages - together. We cannot overstate how wonderful they are and hope you consider them for your big day, too!
Response from the Vendor on 12/28/2021
Thanks Kate for the great review! It was a pleasure working with you on your wedding day and catching up with old friends. We hope to see you in the future at other wedding events! Thanks! Tony/56DAZE
56DAZE is the best band around! They were the band at my brother and sister-in-law’s wedding and have played at multiple events for my mom’s work conferences. They’re basically family now! I recommend them to anyone considering a live band! The...
y kept the dance floor packed the entire night. They even came early and DJ’d the music for our wedding ceremony. They not only sound amazing but are also entertaining. They have a huge list of songs they can play and let you pick the set list. We can’t thank 56DAZE enough for being apart of our wedding day!
We hired 56Daze for our Wedding Reception in October after hearing them play at a previous wedding and we are so BEYOND glad we did! They were super easy to work with, professional, and fun! The dance floor was never empty!! We received several...
compliments all night about their performance… and we still are if I am being honest. We would work with them again in a heartbeat! Highly recommend!
They did an amazing job at our ceremony and reception. They played at my sisters wedding 9 years ago and we decided to have them at ours as well. They Went above and beyond expectations. Last minute my brother wasn’t able to make the wedding, t...
hey were able to take and play a recording of his speech without hesitation. The music was awesome and they felt out the crowd and played music they kept people on the dance floor the entire time. They provided everything we needed for the ceremony and reception such speakers and microphones. They were the perfect band and emcee for our wedding and would recommend them to everyone.
We hired 56DAZE for our wedding in Columbus and are so, so glad we did! I had never been to a wedding with a band before, but my now-husband and I love live music and wanted to try something different for our big day. Tony, Lyle, Mahlon, and Sc...
ott were so fun and easy to work with, and brought even our "non-dancer" guests to the dance floor! They also played recorded music and set up audio for our on-site ceremony and cocktail hour. I would highly recommend hiring them for your next big event!
We booked 56 Daze for our wedding, and they did an AMAZING job! I couldn’t be happier! They made our reception a huge hit! We received so many compliments on the band from our guests. We had lots of people dancing all night. They’re super nice ...
and easy to work with. Can’t believe how good they sounded, the harmonica was especially impressive! Thank you for making our wedding reception so much fun and helping us celebrate! I would recommend this band to everyone!
5 stars is not enough!! Don't even hesitate or second guess hiring 56Daze!! Thanks to 56Daze, our wedding was a party our guests are still talking about a year and a half later! They truly come for a performance! So professional and bring l...
ighting to add beautiful ambiance to the dinner and then really step the party up an additional notch! The dance floor was overflowing the ENTIRE night! Tony was a FANTASTIC emcee for the night keeping each part of the reception flowing easily into the next. When the father of the groom added surprise cowbells to the wedding as an ode to the couple being Toledo Walleye fans, Tony went with it and added some Toledo Walleye fun using the cowbells. He kept the guests engaged and more than entertained all night!! By listening alone, some guests couldn't tell it was a band because their covers are TOP NOTCH! I wish I could marry my husband every day because he's that great, and if I could, I would hire 56Daze EVERY. SINGLE. TIME!!
We hired 56DAZE to play for our wedding reception and they helped us throw one heck of a party! Tony and the rest of the guys in 56DAZE went above and beyond to make our wedding dreams come true. We cared a great deal about the music and were s...
old on hiring the band after hearing them play at a local bar in town. We got married on New Year's Eve and the band was so flexible with our timeline. They happily accommodated special requests like counting down to the new year. Tony is fun to work with and very professional. He is an excellent MC and knew just how to keep the night flowing and fun. Tony even tracked down a hard to find version of our song for the father daughter dance. When the band started playing, the dance floor was instantly filled and stayed that way all night! When the band took a break, Tony had the perfect playlist to keep the party going and our guests never left the dance floor. Our friends and family are still talking about how much fun our band was and how TALENTED they were. I cannot recommend these guys enough!! It will be the best vendor decision you make.
The absolute PERFECT entertainment choice for our big day! I've always envisioned our wedding as providing the best experience for our guests, and 56DAZE went above and beyond all expectations! They play such a wide range of songs, we had guest...
s from age 70 to 7 on the dance floor all night long! They even learned a few songs before the wedding per our request. I cannot hype this band enough, and hope to hear them play again soon!
If you are thinking about getting a band for your wedding, do yourself the favor and book 56DAZE! Tony was super helpful in helping us plan all of the music details for our ceremony and reception. He was also a wonderful MC during our reception...
. 56DAZE kept the dance floor going all evening, and was the highlight of our reception! They are open to playing any requests that you have, but also have a song list you can chose from which makes it helpful when planning. I would 100% recommend 56DAZE to anybody, they were worth every penny!!!!
Thank you for the wonderful entertainment you provided at our daughter's wedding on 9/12/20, Celina, OH. We had many guests compliment how much they loved this band. We knew you were good, but you were REALLY good!! We woul like to sincerely...
thank you for all the effort you put into making the reception a memorable event. Your friendliness and professionalism surpassed our expectations and we will definitely recommend you. Again, we cannot thank you enough for the wonderful performance!!
Response from the Vendor on 09/23/2020
Thanks for the great words Ann! It was a pleasure playing for them and what a party is was!
Absolute best choice for our wedding in Cleveland, OH. Kept people dancing all night. We did not pre-select any songs but every song they chose was perfect.
Response from the Vendor on 08/25/2020
Thanks for the great review! We had a blast performing for your very energetic and responsive guests. It was great working with you both, please stay in touch!
We booked 56Daze for our wedding at the in at St. Johns in Plymouth MI. They were professional and our guest were thrilled with the performance. We couldn't be happier with our experience.
56DAZE was the perfect band to play at our wedding. Tony and the rest of the band were the perfect MC, kept the night moving, made sure we stayed on schedule, and most importantly brought energy to the dance floor through their great music. M...
y lovely bride and I had dozens of guests come up to us throughout the night to compliment us on our band choice. We do not live in the Toledo area, and wanted to book the best band in the area. Not living in the area, we were not able to see 56DAZE prior to booking them. We booked them based upon their flawless on-line reviews alone, and they did not disappoint! I cannot say enough positive things about 56DAZE. If in doubt because you have not seen them before - book them without thinking twice - otherwise it could be too late. 56DAZE played a key role in making our wedding night as perfect as it could be, from the second Tony met us next to our limo waiting for our arrival. They also have top notch equipment, and their stage lighting is amazing and professional. Best band in NW Ohio, hands down.
Leading up to our wedding the band had good communication. They checked in with us during the beginning of our wedding to confirm details. The band kept our wedding moving smoothly. Many of our guests are still raving about them! They brough...
t good energy to the dance floor! The bands playlist is a great mix to incorporate all genres.
We had the privilege of having 56 Daze perform at our reception and I don't think we could have picked a better band! The atmosphere they brought was phenomenal! The dance floor was packed all night!
Knowing I (groom) wanted a band over a DJ,...
I researched a lot of different bands in/around the western Ohio area. Not having seen them play personally and going strictly off of reviews alone, I was a little hesitant at first to book them. Talking with Tony put that hesitation to ease.
We had a few special requests and a few off the wall requests to which Tony and the band happily fulfilled! Our wedding was July 20th and people are still coming up to us and telling us how much fun/energetic/awesome the band was!
Thank you 56 Daze! Looking forward to seeing you guys play again soon!!!
Dominick and Miranda
56 Daze is worth every penny of their fee! From toddlers to my 87 year old mother, the dance floor was packed for our wedding. Their music spans hits from the 60's to today and many genres. Many people commented that they are the best band the...
y have ever heard at an event. The band learned 2 of our favorite songs which they performed perfectly. Tony Poling served as the emcee as well and helped the night run smoothly and keep to our timeline. Tony also put together a playlist that we used during the appetizer and dinner hours as well as music played during their short breaks. I've heard some bands limit the time they will play. These guys made themselves available as long as we wanted them! They took all of our worries away about the music and people having a good time. The band is very professional and take what they do very seriously. Tony was very easy to get ahold of and responded quickly to any questions that we had. Simply the best!
If you are looking for a band that sounds great and keeps the dance floor packed, then 56 Daze is the band for your wedding! My husband and I were so happy with our experience from start to finish. Tony was very easy to work with and the entire...
band was super friendly and professional. We had a lot of additional requests and they did not hesitate to accommodate our musical needs. The band even learned an additional song to surprise us during the reception. :) We can’t thank them enough for making our special day perfect! All our guests keep talking about how amazing our wedding band was, and we would recommend them to anyone!
56 Daze did a phenomenal job playing at our wedding. The variety and energy they brought created an incredible atmosphere at the wedding. I was asked countless times how I was able to find a band this talented. They played until we had no choic...
e but to shut down. They even surprised me when my best man played a song with them. Tony was fantastic to work with leading up to and during the wedding. He did a great job as the MC and was flexible with last minute changes. They did a terrific job playing to the audience and making this an event people did not want to end. This is most definitely the band you want performing at your wedding or special event.
56 Daze was great in every aspect. From MC'ing the introductions, the dinner music, and of course the music they played. The dance floor was full from the first song until the last song. People are still complimenting us on the reception. Thank...
s Tony and crew for an awesome night!
10/10 AMAZING! We are so glad we chose 56 Daze to perform at our wedding. Tony and his band had excellent communication with us from start to finish and brought amazing energy to our big day. The guys were even nice enough to let me and my dad...
get on stage and play a few songs with them too! They are the most professional and talented group you can chose for your wedding and you won't have to worry about a thing because they take control of the party and plan out the entire night so there's no awkward silences or moments. It was such a relief not to have to worry about the reception schedule ourselves and just let Tony and the guys tell us what's going on and where we needed to be.
Cannot give these guys high enough praise, they are worth every penny.
We had 56DAZE at our wedding and all we can say is WOW. They kept our dance floor going all night long! They even played 1 more song after the night had ended because our guests wanted more! They were VERY accommodating in playing our first dan...
ce song live even though it was not on their playlist -- even after asking them a couple weeks prior! Tony was awesome to work with -
even with being here in Arizona, it was such a smooth planning process. We received so many compliments on how great our band was & we couldn't have been more happier. Thank you for helping make our special day so memorable, you guys are the BEST!!!
Tony and the rest of 56 Daze were absolutely AMAZING! From the very start, Tony was so easy to work with and get ahold of while planning our wedding. He gave us dates to come see the band play at the casino and various venues, which is when we ...
fell in love with their music. They even learned a song that the groom requested a month prior - it was so cool when the played it at our reception! They really took our wedding reception to another level and people kept raving about how awesome and fun they were !!! YOU WILL NOT REGRET BOOKING 56 DAZE - WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!!!!
I still can't get over how awesome these guys were!! Our wedding guests are still raving about them! They kept the dance floor filled the entire night and knew exactly what songs to play to keep our guests entertained! Our venue even booked the...
m for a future event following our wedding. Tony was extremely professional and super easy to work with. He responded right away to all my questions and helped make the reception flow smoothly. I would recommend them 100% to anyone looking for an amazing wedding band!!
When it came to the reception, one of my biggest goals was to find a band that everyone could have fun too. 56DAZE was just the band we were looking for. Tony and company were easy to work with and sounded great the day of the wedding. We rece...
ived so many great compliments about the band and they truly added so much energy to the reception. If you are considering a band for your wedding, I'd highly recommend you check these guys out!!
56 Daze can be described in one word... AMAZING! They kept all of our wedding guests from age 2-102 on the dance floor all night long. There energy is infections, my wedding guests are still raving about them. 56 Daze truly took our wedding up ...
a notch, they are the difference better a good reception and the BEST reception. They really know how to make a bride and groom feel special, like their wedding is the only one they are working on. I cannot recommend them enough! If you want a band for your wedding, do yourself a favor and pick 56 Daze!
Fantastic! If you want a band to get your group dancing 56 Daze is it. They are a professional band that is easy to work with and they sound amazing. No joke. You want a REAL band to play your wedding? 56 Daze is that band! They played Motown c...
lassics, 80s must haves, contemporary country and GNR. Guests who work in the music industry were impresssed with their performace, execution and sound. We can't wait to book them again for a work event.
From the bass solo in Call me Al to the excellent rendition of the Time's Jungle Love you can't go wrong with this band. Energetic, fun and able to read the floor they were a blast. Highly recommend!
We had 56DAZE at our wedding this past May and they were definitely one of the best investments we made for our wedding. All of our guests kept telling us how the band kept them dancing all night. They played a great blend of music, were extrem...
ely professional, easy to work with, and of course, very talent. I would highly recommend 56DAZE to anyone who wants great music and to keep their guests entertained all night! Thanks for making our wedding great!
56 Daze made our night!! I absolutely love this band, they keep the party going and so easy to work with. They did an amazing job with my sisters wedding and now with mine. There is no one better in the Toledo area!
Tony and the band were great!! Everyone LOVED them and we all had so much fun! They even let the groom and their old band go up and jam a few songs. I would highly recommend them for any wedding, no matter the theme, scene, level of fanciness, ...
etc!!
deciding to hire tony and crew for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. Every guest raved about how good they were, and no one could stop dancing!!! Seriously hands down best band around. They MC'd the event so flawlessly - the ni...
ght was as smooth and perfect as I could have ever hoped for thanks to Tony.
56 DAZE was amazing!! We hired them to play at our daughter Amanda and Billy's wedding on May 20, 2017 at The Inn at St. John. Tony was an awesome MC, keeping everything flowing and moving. The dance floor was pact and cried for more at the en...
d. They gave us just that MORE!!! Great performers and very professional. Thank you all so much for making my daughters wedding a night to remember.
I am so happy with our decision to go with 56DAZE for our wedding. I had always wanted a band but was unsure about spending the money. I would absolutely do it again. Tony was awesome to work with throughout the entire process. We were intr...
oduced to them when they played at my cousin's wedding the year before. They had everyone out on the dance floor and really set the mood for the entire night. We were completely blown away and booked them right away for our wedding the next year. They even learned the song to play live for our first dance! Thank you so much for all of your hard work, our wedding day wouldn't have been the same without you guys!
56Daze was incredible. They kept the dance floor full the entire night. We had so many guests come up to us throughout the night to tell us how good the band was, and we are still hearing how great they were several weeks after the wedding. ...
They were very flexible on everything from the setlist to the itinerary. They even allowed me to go up and play a song with them, which is something I will never forget. I would recommend them to any engaged couple in a heartbeat.
We loved working with Tony and 56Daze! They were professional, fun, and responsive during the planning process and made our wedding reception an absolute blast. Our guests are still talking about how great the band was and how much fun they had...
dancing all night. Highly recommend!
Tony was exceptional to work with....even learned a new song for the ceremony AND the reception. We turned the evening over to them and the dance floor was packed from beginning to end. The venue was quite surprised by the number of people at...
the end of the night....and I believe 56 Daze was the major reason for that. We are actually using them for our second daughter's wedding next year.
These guys rocked! Music was a really important part of the night. We had so much fun and the dance floor was packed. Tony was easy to work with and very quick to respond. Thanks for the good time guys!
56 Daze was incredible! Two of the primary things we wanted at the reception were good drinks and good music to keep everyone dancing and having a good time. 56 Daze kept everyone out there all night, playing a wide range of music that appeal...
ed to both young and older. What a great sound too, these guys are really skilled. The band was very professional and Tony was communicative with us throughout the entire process. I couldn't recommend them enough for a wedding, a terrific choice.
56daze were great! They kept the guests dancing and having a great time the entire night. They are a must for any wedding!
Tony and his crew had all our wedding guests on the dance floor all night! They had lots of energy and had great music!
Tony and the band were great to work with, fantastic and intuitive to every minute of the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing! Strongly recommend as the best wedding band in NW Ohio, SE Michigan and beyond.
Guests from LA to New Hampsh...
ire were boogieing and smiling from ear to ear.
Highly endorse for any private or public event!
Many thanks.
Tim G.
AMAZING! I cannot say enough positive remarks about Tony and 56 Daze. They are awesome!!! If you want your guests to be on their feet on the dance floor the entire night, this is the band for you! I could go on and on, but here are a few words ...
from my father that explains it all:
Tony & the 56DAZE band absolutely "topped-off" our Wedding. This band is personable, professional, accommodating, tireless and most importantly FUN! They kicked off the reception by managing the Bridal Party Introductions and never looked back. The dance floor was packed from 9pm-Midnight on every song! The band has a tight and big sound that is enhanced by a state-of-the art smart electronic sound system. They are happy to learn new songs and will follow a wide variety of requests that engages the crowd. The character trait that sets them apart is the fact that they care about the Bride and Groom. They never once complained about playing too long or asking if they could take a break. I quote Tony, "as long as they're out dancing like this, we're going to keep on playing, this is awesome." They care. The band arrived early and I personally saw Tony signing the first "Jenga" block by himself, he didn't know I saw him. As the FOB (Father of the Bride) I couldn't have been more proud of this band. I truly thank Tony & 56DAZE for making this FOB a hero forever in the eyes of his wife and daughter! Exceeded my expectations...Thank you....
56 Daze was the band we hired for our January 2016 wedding. And they were amazing!! They have played at all of my cousins weddings, and I knew they had to be the band at mine. They kept everyone on the dance floor until the very end. They hear...
d during my Maid of Honor's speech, mention how she was able to get me to karoke only once during our friendship, so later that night Tony had us back on stage to sing! My guests were so excited about this, camera phones were out and recording! Tony was wonderful and very easy to work with! Our wedding would not have been the same without them.
The band was wonderful! Everyone said how much they enjoyed listening to them and the songs were great! Thank you for being a part of our beautiful day!
We hired 56Daze as the band for our wedding based on their awesome reviews from The Knot without even hearing them in person and they did not disappoint! They were a little above our budget, but we couldn't resist booking them from what we foun...
d about them online. Let me tell you.. it was worth every penny! We had a humongous dance floor and it was packed with people from age 6 to 60 the entire night. They were able to keep everyone entertained and took into consideration the songs we wanted to hear but also took into consideration our "do not play" list. By midnight when they were finished playing, the dance floor was STILL PACKED and everyone could have kept going for another hour with their music.
The band was also a pleasure to work with. They are so nice and truly genuine people - by the end of the night they helped us find some items that our guests had left behind! I would recommend 56 Daze to anyone who is looking for a wedding band who will keep the crowd going and wants to have an unforgettable night.
56Daze was an amazing choice for our wedding! We had not seem them live or had any recommendations from friends, but we really liked their song list and videos. They were extremely professional and easy to work with. They were reliable, and cam...
e through on all they promised. And most of all, they are extremely talented. The dance floor was packed the entire wedding, and people were telling us it was their favorite wedding band they had seen. I would recommend them to anyone. We were beyond happy with their performance!
The band was my second most important aspect of my wedding so I did a lot of research and was extremely nervous that all the videos I saw online would sound differently live. I actually found it to be the complete opposite with 56Daze, they wer...
e AMAZING!! Tony was extremely professional and always got back to me even if it was the smallest question. The band was on time and setup the stage to 'fit' the venue so it didn't take over the space or look cheesy with all the lights and backdrop. Their song choices are perfect and even take requests, also they didn't take many breaks, they actually played! So many weddings that I've been to the band takes a break every 5-6 songs, this was not the case with 56Daze.
I got married this past June and everyone is still talking about my band!! Best decision I made, would definitely hire.
Wow! What a great Band! We strongly recommend 56DAZE. We booked this group sight unseen based on reviews. They were amazing! Full of high energy and they played an awesome mix of songs which were easy to dance to. The dance floor was always fi...
lled with our guests and no one wanted the evening to end. Even at the last song, no one left the dance floor so they played another song.
Tony did a wonderful job as an MC, from introducing the wedding party to keeping a schedule for the event and having everything run smoothly.
We highly recommend this group. You won't be disappointed.
56Daze killed it at our wedding. They exceeded my expectations in every way, even though I had already experienced and enjoyed them at a friend's wedding. They were a splurge, but they run the whole show. They basically MC the whole event an...
d keep everything running on schedule (ie. dances, bouquet toss, garter, etc.). Not to mention how talented and fun they are!! They have a great list of songs to choose for, and guaranteed they will get everyone dancing, from your great aunt to your best friends from high school. I highly recommend them, and hope another one of my friends uses them so I can enjoy them all over again!!
56Daze was a wonderful addition to our May wedding. I was adamant that we needed a band and 56Daze did not disappoint.
Tony was amazing before, during and after the wedding and answered everything we needed. As my husband and I were awful a...
t picking out songs, he provided a great list of suggestions and walked us through everything to make sure our wedding had the perfect feel.
At the reception 56Daze played an awesome mix of old and new songs and kept us dancing way longer than expected. To this day, everyone still remarks on how much fun the band was!
I highly recommend 56Daze simply for the fact that I hope you have as much fun at your reception as we did!
WOW! Really no other words can describe our experience with Tony and 56DAZE. They were professional, timely and most importantly, so so much fun! From the moment my new bride and I walked into the reception to the final farewell song, the entir...
e band brought everyone to their feet to dance with a wonderful mix of new jams and old classic hits. They did a phenomenal job of directing the attention of the guests to different events, like cake cutting, first dances, and “special garment retrieval” songs. On a more personal note, I am the king of procrastination. So much so, that up until the morning of the wedding I hadn’t picked a garter toss song. Tony politely and calmly called while I was out for a run and helped me walk through some of the ideas I had in mind and help put together a show our friends and family are still laughing about. We’ve had numerous people approach us since the wedding and comment that “the band was amazing”, or “I hadn’t danced at a wedding in years, until tonight”. Needless to say, 56DAZE is an obvious choice for any wedding or private event. From top to bottom a class act that is sure to impress. We look forward to booking them again for our event! Cheers!
Let me start by saying, if you want to kick your wedding reception up a notch, hire Tony and 56 Daze. Early in our wedding-plan decisions, we decided we wanted our wedding to be an “event” and not just another wedding; these guys sealed the dea...
l. Our initial contact with Tony was done through email, which led to a phone call. It was then that we realized the professionalism of Tony and that we would be in good hands with 56 Daze. When you hire 56 Daze for your event, you are not only getting a band, but an Emcee, DJ, and sound/lighting engineer all in one.
Prior to the wedding week I had contacted Tony by phone and requested a meeting to go over the structure of the wedding… he was open to meeting in person or over the phone, whatever worked for us. We choose to meet face-to-face and after the meeting we realized that we had one-less worry for the day; as we all know, the emcee and/or entertainment can make or a break a celebration. During one of the phone conversations that I had with Tony leading up to our meeting, I had asked if they could learn a song (for future wife) that was not on their play-list, and if I (a drummer) would be able to sit in with the band during that song. He was totally open to the idea and they were prepared to perform that song in less than two weeks.
In closing, the decision to hire 56 Daze was the icing on the cake for our wedding celebration. We had the perfect venue for entertainment and these guys left our guests wanting more. I have read other testimonials about the band and they are all true. There was not a time during the night when the dance floor was not crowded. If you want your wedding/event to be remembered, I would suggest that you hire 56 Daze; your ceremony will be in good hands. Thanks again guys for being part of our memorable day!
The Mallords
If you want to have a cover band with range that will give you an awesome experience, then you should definitely hire 56Daze. My wife and I checked them out beforehand and loved their sound. Tony was very easy to work with. He had the band l...
earn our first dance song, which they nailed. They also learned and mastered a few others at our request. At the end of the night my cousin booked them for their wedding! Tony is the man! Book them while you can!!
Okay, seriously, Tony and 56DAZE were amazing. We've already had guests asking for their information to refer onto other couples planning their weddings...and we got married 2 weeks ago. We had a tricky outdoor backyard wedding and they did ama...
zingly well accommodating to the environment. They also were set to stop at 11pm but I convinced them to keep playing another hour. If it wasn't for our transportation, our guests could have stayed listening and dancing for HOURS. They custom played a few songs, learned them just for my dad, which was awesome. They did a GREAt job with our dances. Each song sounded as if the real artist was performing it. I could go on and on, but if you have ANY doubts, don't. Book them. You will be SO HAPPY you did. I can't wait to plan another party and book 56DAZE again! Thank you Tony and the team for making our wedding night so special and memorable.
56 Daze made our wedding! The dance floor was packed all night and they kept it fun and high energy. We had multiple people approach us and compliment us on the band. Definitely recommend them!
Having Tony Poling and 56Daze perform at our reception was the best decision we made and definitely worth the splurge on our part! (one that we didn't regret) Tony was absolutely wonderful as he met with us personally to ensure the reception wa...
s tailored to us and our requests/needs. We received numerous compliments from our guests about the band at our reception and how they truly made the night special! I would highly recommend 56Daze for any party or reception, they are a class act! Thank you Tony and gang!
Chrissy
We booked 56 Daze for our January 2015 wedding based on friend’s recommendation. I knew I wanted a band for our reception, one that would perform songs that everyone at the wedding could dance to. My friend stated that at the wedding she at...
tended, everyone from her aunt to her teenage children were out dancing. That got me interested, so I reviewed the videos and reviews they had online I was sold! Tony and the band members were super professional and responsive during all of our interactions with them. They were so easy to work with during the planning process and incorporated all of our requests. During my dad’s toast, he mentioned some lyrics of a Rod Stewart song. As soon as the speeches were done, Tony had the song playing in the background! My dad was so impressed by that gesture - they really went above and beyond. There were always guests out dancing during the reception - the mix of songs was great. We received many compliments on the band after the wedding. I would recommend 56 Daze to anyone in the area looking for something different than your standard DJ. 56 Daze brought so much more to our reception!
56 DAZE performed at my wedding last night...and they were AMAZING!!! They were very professional from start to finish. The band was extremely responsive during the initial booking process. Tony, the band's main contact, was great about answeri...
ng emails, even late at night! He listened to what we wanted and was open to our ideas. They arrived on time, were speedy with set up and great from start to finish! They kept everyone dancing and did a great job reading the crowd. We couldn't have been happier with them!!
56 Daze was wonderful to work with. As I am sure all brides can empathize, there are so many details to consider when wedding planning. Tony was easy to work with, had a broad menu of songs to choose from (and also played new ones we requested...
!). His band gave a very fun and flawless performance; Even the photo booth employees commented they were the best band they had heard and were dancing along. I highly recommend this band!
56Daze was absolutely wonderful. Tony was very responsive and extremely easy to work with leading up to the wedding. He followed through on my song requests, edited my father/daughter dance (recorded) song to make it shorter at my request, an...
d the band even learned a new song at my request. 56Daze played throughout the entire reception with just one very short break. I received numerous compliments from my guests on the band. The dance floor was filled all night, and those who weren't dancers stayed close to watch the band. 56Daze's style appeals to a broad audience. I would recommend 56 Daze for any event.
56DAZE had that special something to make our wedding reception one to remember. They had a variety of music to pick from, were very professional, yet easy going about all our needs. Our guests had a great time because of them. Truly a great gr...
oup of gentlemen!
Tony and the gang had the barn rocking at this wedding. Great interaction with the wedding party and guests of all ages. The dance floor was packed all night. Great playing the couple's favorites songs. 56 DAZE is one of the best wedding bands ...
we have had the pleasure of working with. Should be on the top of your list too.
We chose this band sight unseen because of their awesome playlist, and what we had heard on their website. We couldn't have been more happy with our decision. They did an amazing job controlling the flow of the night (played for ~5 hours) even ...
though we were terrible about giving them any direction. Our dance floor was packed the entire night and both my wife I were crowd surfed on several occasions. They played a great mix of songs that appealed to everyone (classic rock, country, pop, slow, fast), so all ages and every group of our friends was dancing. They even had some special surprise dances for the bride and groom (that we won't reveal) that made the night extra special. These guys are pros, and we have had a ton of people ask us about the band since the wedding. We've been to quite a few weddings over the past few years, but we felt like we definitely had the most fun band. Fun, talented, professional. You can't beat this group.
Hi future brides-
I was married 11/23/13 in Columbus Ohio and 56 Daze was our wedding band! We booked them solely off reviews and their website video....we were always a bit nervous how they would be in person. Let me just tell you that they...
were the best wedding band I have ever heard!!! Tony was very professional and practiced the pronunciation of names and reviewed our timeline leading up to the big day. At our reception, the entire band was absolutely amazing!!!! We had the best night ever and I know 56 Daze helped create the ambience that made everything happen. They kept the dancing going, allowed my husband and his friends to sing, followed all our requests and substituted a surprise song a guest asked them to do for us. People still ask me who we used! I had guests get their business cards! I would 100% recommend this band to any couple looking for great live music. I think they feed off the energy in the room and can adapt to any genre you are looking for. Worth every penny and then some I promise!!
KC & Rock
Kckayadkins@gmail.com if you have any questions :)
We used 56 Daze as our band at our wedding in June. We found 56 Daze by seeing them play at one of my close friend's wedding where we had a blast! 56 Daze was AMAZING to work with. Not only did they keep everyone on the dance floor all night, t...
hey also kept our event running smoothly and on schedule. They learned several songs to play at our wedding and were extremely communicative throughout the entire planning process. We still get compliments from guests about how much fun they had dancing to 56 Daze at our wedding! We highly recommend them!
We hired 56DAZE solely based on reviews from The Knot and you should too! By far one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! We still hear (a year later) how much everyone loved them and how much fun they had. The dance floor was packed ...
the ENTIRE night. Tony was fantastic and so easy to work with. My husband is Lebanese, he gave Tony his iPod and when the band took breaks Tony played traditional arabic style music. It was beyond our expectations, I can't even begin to explain how amazing our night was and I wouldn't change a thing!
I can't say enough good things about their talent, hospitality, how well they personalize each performance, and the kindness and patience they had shown us during our planning and their performance. Everyone talked about them and said it was t...
he best band they had heard. They are worth every penny and then some!
56DAZE did an amazing job at our wedding! My husband and I danced the whole evening and had the time of our lives. The band kept people entertained and dancing all night! I had so many complements from family and friends about the band. Th...
ey played all sorts of songs and did a great job!
Tony was so helpful, nice and organized during the planning process. I felt very comfortable he had every detail under control.
We would highly recommend 56DAZE. Many thanks for making our day so special.
56Daze was nothing short of phenomenal. Tony is very professional and easy to work with both prior to and during the event, and the band is extremely talented. They were a big hit at the reception, we had many guests ask us who the band was a...
nd how we found them. I would recommend them to anyone.
56Daze really did an amazing job at our wedding! They sounded great, they can play all types of music, and they really got everyone out on the dance floor. Everyone at our wedding loved the band. I would definitely recommend 56Daze to anyone lo...
oking for a band.
56Daze was easy to work with and kept the dance floor full all night. It was wonderful!
BEST money spent on our wedding! We debated for a while if we should spend the money on a band-we are soo glad we did! Everyone raved about the music and the dance floor was jumping! We have been to many weddings lately in which the dance floor...
was empty all night-not the case at our wedding! It made for a very memorable night!
The band was fantastic!! From learning the couple's special song ("Can't Help Falling in Love with You") to playing "Come on Eileen" for Grandma Eileen, the band was was great and so entertaining. You made the evening. Your professionalism ...
from the start of the booking to end of the reception was impeccable.
Many of our guests commented on how refreshing and fun it was to have live music and real entertainers at a wedding reception in an era when so many use DJ's.
Thank you again for making our only daughter's special day truly memorable.
Sincerely,
Sandy and Jim Wilkes
As an event professional who plans over 800 events a year, including 300 plus weddings, I can assure you that securing 56 Daze was one of my best decisions.
Do not look anywhere else.
Book 56 Daze...you will not regret it!
When we wanted a live band to perform at our wedding, we were concerned after seeing various venders around the Greater Cleveland area. They had a great variety of music and read our crowd well when deciding what to play throughout the night. O...
ur guests could not have been more satisfied. I wanted to do something special for my bride and communicating with Tony was easy and comfortable. I would recommend this vender to anyone. We hope to see them at weddings in the future.
We hired 56 Daze based on their amazing reviews and their demos on their website and we were definitely not disappointed. Tony was an exceptional MC and the entire band was really great. Our guests literally danced all night. Their song selecti...
ons were perfect and our guest couldn't stop raving about how great the band was. I would definitely recommend this band to anyone looking for a great group that plays both modern and older music and makes sure your guest have an amazing time!
56DAZE was the perfect live band for our daughter's backyard wedding! Every band member was smiling, enjoying playing and happy to entertain! They provided a great evening, the music was upbeat and fun and they had everyone dancing from the f...
irst song to the last!!
In fact, our guests were chanting "One more song" when our township ordinance time was up...bummer! They were ready to play longer and I think we could have danced all night!!
We are more than 100% happy we chose 56DAZE!!
If you want a wedding to remember, choose 56Daze for your entertainment. Seriously it's not even a question it was the best decision we made. Packed dancefloor, great tunes, and very professional. They ran the show and there wasnt one hiccup. ...
Every single guest from my wedding that i run in to tells me that was the greatest live band they have heard in a function setting.....do it and be done with it!
Best. Wedding Band. Ever. We are SO glad that we were able to get 56 Daze for our wedding. They were very accommodating of our special requests and kept everything running very smoothly. Guests came up to us all night telling us how great the b...
and was and the dance floor stayed full. Tony was very easy to work with and the rest of the guys were so professional and nice. We would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for an AMAZING band for their wedding!
We had a small wedding (around 100 guests or less) and were so thrilled that 56 Daze was able to get almost all of them out dancing! They were SO much fun and so accommodating all night. They really did help to make our special day that much mo...
re perfect. They were amazing to work with, and easy to get along with. We seriously cannot thank them enough for all they did.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE 56Daze!!!
56Daze is a professional and amazingly talented band; and they are all really lovely people too! They have been apart of four of my family and friend's wedding (including my own) and every time they keep the eveni...
ng progressing as planned and the party going until the very end!! They are very experienced and a pleasure to work with.
Tony and Gang were awesome! They were professional, organized, and fun! My dance floor was packed all night. Before my wedding they asked me for a playlist, and went from there. My guests loved this band, and rave about them still. You won't go...
wrong booking these guys.
56DAZE really helped make my wedding experience amazing! Tony was so nice and helpful to work with during the planning process. The entire band was kind and professional, knowing exactly how to make your night special. They kept people envol...
ved, entertained, and having fun the entire night. Guests could not stop raving about how amazing they are. They made this a memorable experience for all and I am so happy they were recommended to me when I got engaged!
Tony and crew helped make our wedding night unforgettable. We danced the night away! I highly recommend 56 Daze they were fun, upbeat, entertaining and a easy to work with.
They were absolutely great! I loved them and the guest loved them as well. We had such a great time and they really got the party going. Definitely recommend!!!
56DAZE performed at our wedding this past September & were AMAZING! They are so fun! All our friends and family are still talking about them. Tony was an awesome DJ and everything went smoothly. I was very very impressed & pleased!
56Daze were absolutely amazing from start to finish. They were easy to work with, responsive, and even learned a couple new songs we had requested. They played/sang at our outdoor ceremony - it was beautiful, understated, and just utterly perfe...
ct. They also played at our reception. The dance floor was packed ALL NIGHT! We received SO MANY compliments about 56 Daze. One of our couple friends said they had been to dozens of weddings of friends in the past few years, and 56Daze blew all the other wedding bands away. Not to mention, they let me come up and sing a song near the end of the reception, because they knew my husband and I love karaoke! I absolutely cannot recommend them enough! They are professional, read the crowd well, and just all-around stellar musicians. THANKS 56DAZE for tearing it up at our wedding!!!
My daughter was married last month and we were extremely fortunate to find and book the best wedding/dance band in the area. Once 56DAZE began to play, the dance floor was never empty! Anyone who has ever heard the band has nothing but wonderfu...
l things to say about them. They are enthusiastic, talented musicians who play a wide range of music (my daughter likes the 80's, so that was their focus that evening) and are just real nice guys.If your're lucky enough to get them for any event, you won't be sorry. Check them out on their web site, 56daze.com/, and you may even see pictures from my daughter's wedding (or other recent events) that the band's photographer took and posted. This band is GREAT!!!
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Tony Poling
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Dedicated to making sure your day is perfect! At his own wedding 20 years ago, Tony hired a top-rated wedding band. On the day of the wedding, not only did the band show up and setup during dinner (clanging around and making noise), they also showed up with all different players (hired guns) including the keyboard player which he had been working with. Tony knew 56DAZE could do better. This is why 56DAZE will always be setup before your event starts, be rehearsed, and will always have the same key players. We are a group of professionals working to make it the best day ever for you.
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