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Sean Wills
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Do you want a band that will truly set your wedding apart? Your wedding is unique, and your entertainment should be too! Based in Los Angeles, Crowd Theory Entertainment offers a luxurious alternative to the average live music experience with our imaginative concepts, adventurous song lists, and top-tier musicians. Our mission is to make our cover bands feel like original artists, so that you feel like you are going your own personal concert.
As an experienced performer with nearly a decade of experience in the wedding industry, founder Sean Wills and his team love working with our couples on bringing their creative vision to life so that their wedding entertainment feels uniquely personal and memorable. We carefully crafted each of our bands to represent the diverse musical tastes of our clientele. Let us know your favorite music styles, and we'll help you customize your ideal entertainment experience.
From your ceremony through the last dance song of your reception, we have all of your entertainment needs covered. We offer band sizes that work for any vision, with options for 4-piece party bands up to 12-piece super groups with horns and multiple vocalists. You can also add one of our pro DJs to your package for seamless musical integration with your band. Our entertainment packages include top-notch sound and lighting equipment, emcee services throughout your reception, and special song requests to be learned by your band.
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• Rogue Radio - our flagship wedding dance band - featuring our most expansive song list
• Crowd Theory - the ultimate party rock band - for lovers of both rock and pop
• The Straytones - popular dance hits played with folk instruments - our most unique band
Let's talk about your entertainment vision for your wedding. We look forward to partying with you!
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Sean Wills
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Thank you for visiting our page, and congratulations on your engagement! My name is Sean Wills, and I built Crowd Theory Entertainment with one vision in mind: to create one-of-a-kind bands that stand apart from the norm. As an original songwriter and music producer, I am drawn to unique musical experiences, a preference that has informed the luxury entertainment experiences we develop at Crowd Theory Entertainment. Out team looks forward to learning about your unique entertainment vision and helping you plan one of the most memorable nights of your life!
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Crowd Theory Entertainment, particularly their band Rogue Radio, received glowing reviews from multiple couples for their exceptional performance at weddings. From providing energetic and talented musicians to creating a memorable and fun atmosphere, Rogue Radio was praised for exceeding expectations and keeping guests dancing all night long. Couples appreciated the professionalism, customization options, and seamless coordination with the Crowd Theory team, making them a highly recommended choice for wedding entertainment.Review photos
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5.0
3/10/2025
We booked Rogue Radio through Crowd Theory for our wedding, and we truly cannot say enough good things about our experience!
The booking process with Crowd Theory was so easy! Sean answered all our questions promptly and knowledgeably. He also came up with creative solutions so that we could have music at our ceremony, reception, and afterparty while still staying within our budget. Zoie took the time to ensure that our musical vision for the wedding came to life!
Two things my husband and I noticed right away that were really unique about Crowd Theory: first, they have LIVE performance recordings on their website, so you can hear how the band will actually sound at your wedding. Second, they have dedicated bands that play together all the time. You can instantly tell that these musicians have incredible chemistry and perform together frequently.
We booked Crowd Theory’s dance band, Rogue Radio, and OH MY GOSH! Every single person in that band was a ROCK STAR! The minute they started playing at the reception, everyone got up to dance and didn’t stop until the very end! People kept coming up to me throughout the wedding asking where I found this band and if they could get autographs! Truly, Rogue Radio BROUGHT the energy! Our guests were crowd surfing and singing along the whole night! They played all of the songs we requested and NAILED them! The talent of this band was simply NEXT LEVEL. A huge thanks to them for making our wedding truly unforgettable!
(Photo Credit: Ryan Horban Photography)
Jasmine O
5.0
1/25/2025
We hired Cadence with the full horn section, and the band was a highlight of the night! Sean was a dream to work with and even let us customize the band with a singer from one of their other bands who we really loved. The band’s energy was off the charts. At one point, they got an epic dance circle going, and it was easily one of the most fun moments of the night. They also helped us hire a string quartet for our ceremony, and one of the band's singers performed with the strings for my entrance song.
It was flawless. We are so happy to we decided to book all of our music with Crowd Theory Entertainment. If your looking for some next-level musicians for your wedding, give these folks a call!
response 01/27/2025
Thanks so much, Jasmine! The band had a blast! Thank you again for inviting us to be a par...
t of your wedding :)
Any questions?
Jennifer M
5.0
1/18/2025
Not only was Crowd Theory Entertainment the easiest vendor we worked with, but their band Cadence truly made our wedding day! We knew the band was going to be outstanding from the moment we booked them, but the show they put on for our reception was next level! Their crowd interaction was so fun, and they sang our song requests beautifully. At our brunch the next day, all our guests could talk about was how great the band was. We're still getting compliment almost 2 weeks later. Thank you to Sean and Zoie for helping us plan the wedding party of our dreams, and thank you especially to Cadence for bringing so much energy and keeping the dance floor going all night. I almost forgot to mention the DJ! Crowd Theory's DJ played throughout our reception and also for our after party, and he was amazing as well! He played all of our requested music and kept us dancing until the very last song. It was a night we will never ever forget!
response 01/19/2025
Thank you, Jen! Your wedding was so much fun! We can't wait to see videos and photos :)
Natalie A
5.0
1/02/2025
Rogue Radio was absolutely amazing at my destination wedding in Hawaii. Sean, the manager, and Zoie, the coordinator, were an absolute pleasure to worth with leading up to the wedding. They made the process seamless and the live band at our wedding was so impressive. All of our guests were dancing the entire time. All of the musicians and singers are so talented. Highly recommend working with Crowd Theory Entertainment for all events and especially weddings!
response 01/02/2025
Thanks for the sweet review, Natalie! We had a blast perform for you and your guests at Ko...
na Village Rosewood. Wishing you and Zach a wonderful marriage together!
Lindsay H
5.0
9/10/2024
Let's Groove Tonight! And you will! We hired a DJ + 2 Musicians for our wedding and my husband asked if they could send us the exact playlist the DJ played because he was tired of shazaming everything! They were perfection! So much energy, fun and talent all rolled into 1! We live in Texas and hired them in Napa and would 100% hire them for an event in Texas! You will not be disappointed!
response 09/11/2024
Thank you Lindsay! Our DJ and Musicians had such a great time celebrating with you and Gre...
g in Napa!
Monica S
5.0
8/30/2024
We hired Rogue Radio for our wedding and they absolutely brought the house down. We were nervous about not being able to dictate the entire set list but they took our musical preferences and the crowd’s energy to heart and crafted the perfect night of music for us. Our guests are still talking about how insanely talented they were and how it felt more like a live concert than a wedding band- the energy was top notch, their talent is unmatched and we had a full dance floor till the very end of the wedding.
We also hired 2 musicians for the ceremony (violin and piano) and it was absolutely perfect- they did amazing renditions of two mainstream songs (Lover and A Thousand Years) that added so much elegance to the moment.
Working with their owner Sean was also a dream as he is incredibly easy to work with, responsive, helpful in answering our million questions and made sure our night will be talked about for years to come! My only regret is that we can’t throw another wedding to dance the night away with Rogue Radio!!
Kristina C
5.0
4/09/2024
Words can’t even begin to describe just how much fun we had at our wedding, and our band was the reason why!! Everyone was totally over the moon for Rogue Radio. The band was on fire the entire night, and the singers were sooo fun and engaging from the first song through the last. Sean, Zoie and everyone in their organization couldn’t have helped us plan a better night of music and dancing. My husband and I are eternally grateful for Crowd Theory Entertainment for being so wonderful to work with and for totally exceeding our expectations. Thank you all!!
Desiree R
5.0
2/20/2024
We were completely in awe of Crowd Theory Entertainment and their amazing musicians and DJ! We had a two day destination wedding, and they covered every aspect of entertainment including our welcome party, ceremony, reception, and after party. Their DJ, saxophonist, and violinist helped us throw the most amazing party for the welcome event. We were expecting it to be a sleepier night, and it was a dance marathon until the very last song! These musicians really know how to hype a crowd! The next day, our ceremony was truly unforgettable, thanks in part to the beautiful music played by their singer and violinist. They learned the song I walked down the aisle to, and it was everything I imagined it would be and more. Finally, Rogue Radio and their DJ put on the most unbelievable show for our reception. The singers were out of this world talented... seriously, I couldn’t believe they were OUR band and not on some big world tour. They brought the most incredible energy and were true entertainers from start to finish. Their DJ closed the night out with the perfect playlist for us and our friends, and no one wanted the party to end. Guys, this company is a class act through and through. They made sure all of our favorite music and all of our requests were accounted for. They made the planning process super easy and stress-free. And above all, it was the best concert of our lives! Don’t think twice - hire Crowd Theory Entertainment!
Jennifer R
5.0
11/01/2023
If you're looking for the BEST wedding band that will keep your guests entertained and get everyone dancing, look no further! We had our wedding in Healdsburg, and Crowd Theory was AMAZING. It was the best dance party of our lives, and we received so many compliments on the music. We knew from the get-go that we wanted some classics, as well as 90s and 2000s nostalgia (music from when we grew up), and Crowd Theory’s song list was perfect! From the first song to the very last, they made our wedding night. They were also very detailed and attentive during the planning stages, which made us feel totally at ease in the weeks prior. I highly, HIGHLY recommend this band!
Kathy U
5.0
10/26/2023
Outstanding band! They performed at our daughters wedding last weekend, and did an amazing job. Had loads of unsolicited comments from all the guests. I would use them again in a heartbeat.
Stacie B
5.0
9/27/2023
Rogue Radio was simply amazing! We hired a 10-piece band for our wedding, and their energy was totally contagious. Our guests were on their feet the entire time, dancing and singing along to every tune. Not only were they talented musicians, but they were also true professionals. They worked seamlessly with our planner and vendor team and were courteous throughout the night. They even took the time to learn our first dance song and played it better than we ever could have imagined. We’ve had guests of every age texting us weeks after our wedding to compliment the band. The Crowd Theory Entertainment team nailed everything from planning to announcements to the performance itself. A truly superlative experience. Thank you for making our wedding day unforgettable!
Carly L
5.0
8/30/2023
Thank you so much for such an amazing wedding. Rogue Radio made the wedding. They packed SO MUCH HEAT and hit every single song spot on. We were dancing our feet off the whole night, and loved every second of it. The MC Payson was absolutely fantastic, as well as all of the rest of the band members. The singers really went above and beyond. The guitarist also made the ceremony absolutely beautiful.
response 08/30/2023
Carly and Seth, you're awesome! Thank you so much for the lovely review and for including ...
us in your wedding. We had a blast celebrating with you!
Samantha H
5.0
8/27/2023
I cannot say enough good things about Crowd Theory's Rogue Radio! They were absolutely AMAZING. Throughout the entire night, every guest came up to me and my husband praising them! They were so much fun and truly made our wedding the best party we will probably ever have. Sean and Zoie were so easy to work with and always there to answer any questions that we had. Even when I messaged Zoie the morning of our wedding requesting to use the band's playlists in between sets since we were originally going to create our own. Absolutely book this band for your wedding! You will not be disappointed!!
response 08/29/2023
Thanks for the kind words Samantha and Andrew! The band had a blast celebrating with you a...
nd your guests!
Bri B
5.0
7/21/2023
Guys!!! If I could give Crowd Theory, Rogue Radio, Sean and Zoie more than 5 stars I totally would. Booking live entertainment for your wedding can be super nerve wracking because it's a big investment and such a huge part of the day/night but we have absolutely no regrets and would choose Rogue Radio again and again. Sean and Zoie were extremely communicative and organized, and worked great with our planner. The ceremony music was soooo beautiful and everything we imagined. Most of all, the dance was SO FUN. All the musicians were so talented and over a month later, our guests are still raving about how amazing our band was and how much fun they had. We had a rowdy bunch and they handled everyone seamlessly. ;) If you have the opportunity to book Rogue Radio through CTE, absolutely do it. You will not regret it!!!
response 07/21/2023
Thanks for the review, Bri! We are so grateful to have celebrated with you and BJ at the b...
eautiful Viansa!
Heather H
5.0
7/11/2023
We booked Rogue Radio [via Crowd Theory] for our wedding and they absolutely crushed and created the most incredible dance floor experience. I was wondering if their videos are highly edited because they sound too good.... they're THAT GOOD! You'll be amazed! They are so good at taking your preferences and building a non-stop dance experience! We had the most incredible party thanks to them! Their team is also easy to work with, kind, professional, clear on what they need to be successful. I could go on. It's worth the money. Go with Rogue Radio. They're exceptional!!!
response 07/12/2023
Thank you Heather! We are so glad to have had the opportunity to celebrate with you and Fl...
etcher : )
Kim G
5.0
4/25/2023
We had the time of our lives on our wedding night, and it was all thanks to this extraordinary group of musicians and the whole Crowd Theory Entertainment team. From the gorgeous violin during our ceremony to the remarkable energy and talent in our band (Rogue Radio), every single moment was everything we expected and more. We were already very impressed with the professionalism of the company from the start, but come show time, we knew exactly why we decided to go with this band. Our requests were played flawlessly. The musicians were not only jaw-dropping good, but so friendly and complimentary as well. Worth every single penny! This band puts the PRO in professional.
David B
5.0
4/21/2023
It was an absolute pleasure doing business with CTE. We had the honor of retaining Rogue Radio and DJ Malcolm for our sons wedding. They were phenomenal and provided the perfect blend of entertainment that assured everyone who attended truly a night to remember. The evening flew by and left everyone wanting more. Crowd Theory Entertainment and Rogue Radio/DJ Malcolm are the epitome of a class act. Thank you all as you helped provide us with an unforgettable, forever memorable, evening.
response 04/21/2023
Hey Maria & David - thanks for the kind words! Our team is so happy to have been a part of...
Allegra and Michael's celebration. Please feel free to share any photos or videos you receive. Thanks again for inviting us to be a part of such a great night!
Grace D
5.0
2/17/2023
These guys slayed it, and we recommend them 100%. If we could have only hired one vendor, it would be Rogue Radio, time and again. They were the dopest people, the most fun and amazing musicians, and best of all, they made our big night feel so special. We had a bit of an odd song request for them that involved some of our family members joining the band. We felt a bit awkward asking but they were so accommodating about it, and they crushed the song! It was the most memorable part of the night hands down (next to one of our groomsman crowdsurfing into the dessert table LOL). The singers, the horn players, the band, all total pros. And they were so easygoing with all of our crazy family and guests. They also nailed every style of music we requested. Modern radio hits, 2000s hip hop (Usher was a must for us), 80s hair bands, and some jazzy songs for dinner. This band should be touring the world!
response 02/21/2023
Thank you, Grace! We appreciate the kind words, and we are thrilled that you all had such ...
a great time!
Rachel S
5.0
12/31/2022
My husband and I knew from the very beginning that we wanted music and dancing to be the central focus of our reception. Rogue Radio was the first vendor we booked. We are so very glad that we chose them! To say Rogue Radio is the best wedding band out there would be an understatement. We were awestruck by band’s energy and the music. They deftly handled the announcements, special dances, and all elements of our wedding. They even invited some of our friends on stage to sing “Make My Dreams Come True”. The band was just so incredibly gracious from start to finish. Our wedding planner told us that they were the easiest band she’s worked with and can’t wait to work with them again. Thanks to Rogue Radio and the whole Crowd Theory team for making our dreams come true = )
response 01/02/2023
Happy New Year, Rachel! Thank you for the kind review. Rogue Radio was so happy to celebra...
te with you. We are looking forward to seeing photos from the dance floor!
Christina L
5.0
11/20/2022
Crowd Theory absolutely nailed it at our wedding!! They were the perfect band for the vibe we were going for (we are 90s kids and wanted some nostalgic music mixed in with modern pop and classics). From the moment we booked, their team was super helpful and made the planning process so easy. Come wedding day, we danced like there was no tomorrow! The musicians looked like they were having the time of their lives on stage. It was just nonstop FUN. We’ve been to tons of weddings and knew we didn’t want your every day “wedding band” but a band that made us feel like we had our own personal concert. Crowd Theory delivered and then some! The talent in this group is on another level. Don’t think twice: hire them for your wedding and thank me later!!
response 11/21/2022
Christina and Joshua - thanks for the sweet review! The band had an amazing time playing f...
or you all! If the band plays a public event in San Diego in the near future, we'd love to have you both come out for another night of dancing. I hope you had a blast on your honeymoon!
Chris C
5.0
7/26/2022
TLDR: I can’t stress how great it was having The Straytones play at our wedding, and if you’re considering a band for your event, they should be a top contender.
We had the guitar and violin play during our ceremony, and the full ensemble with both vocalists and a mandolin for cocktail hour and the reception.
They are incredibly talented musicians with a stage presence and energy that got everyone from the flower girls to my very skeptical mom rocking out on the dance floor. (“It’s folk instruments? But honey, can we dance to it?” “Yes, Mom. Trust”).
If I have any wisdom to help your budget, it would be to consider whether you want the band to play during cocktail hour. If you have a deep affinity for live music and want to have some really skilled musicians vamping and providing a perfect background vibe, they deliver. It’s exactly what we wanted, but the majority of our guests didn’t really take notice of them until after dinner when The Straytones were able to really let it rip. A more dramatic entrance would have been to wait until first dance time. No regrets from us having them play cocktail hour, but something to consider based on how you want to shape your event.
Sean, the producer at Crowd Theory Entertainment, is a pleasure to work with. He is friendly, professional, thorough, and provides great input if you want any insights on band ensemble or music choices to fit what you’re going for. Thanks to covid, our wedding was not an easy one to deal with. We had 4 different wedding dates, changed from a single venue for the ceremony+rehearsal to two venues which also changed the start times for the ceremony and cocktail hour. None of this phased Sean, and communicating with him always gave us that “we don’t have to worry about the band. They’re on it” confidence. When you’re in wedding planning crunch time, that confidence in a vendor is worth its weight in gold. Sean is the point person for everything Crowd Theory Ent, and based on our experience working with him, and the high skill level and stage presence of all of the musicians in The Straytones, I would recommend taking a look at everything they have to offer.
response 07/26/2022
Hey Chris - thanks so much for the review! We are so glad that The Straytones finally got ...
the chance to celebrate with you and Kym. The venue couldn't have been a better fit for the band, and the musicians had such a great time playing for you and your guests. On behalf of The Straytones, much love to you both!
Amy P
5.0
6/22/2022
Perfection is the only way to describe Rogue Radio. They played at our wedding in Napa, and all of our friends and family couldn’t stop talking about them. We searched high and low for a band that fit our vibe. We wanted a group that was classy but not stuck up, and we wanted a band that would keep the party going all night. They were so fun, interacted with our guests, and kept the energy rocking the whole night. Their rendition of Lovely Day for our first dance still gives me chills thinking about it. Props to the lead singer! Professional from start to finish, their whole team was great to work with. Honestly, if you want a band that’s going to not only bring the talent, but also tons of energy and good vibes, stop your search and hire Rogue Radio!
response 06/22/2022
Thanks for the kind words Amy! I got a sneak peak on social media of some of the footage A...
lison captured of the night. It's so awesome! We'd love to see the final video once it's available. All the best to you and Jarv and thanks again for inviting us to celebrate with you!
Elizabeth T
5.0
6/20/2022
We were blown away by Rogue Radio at our wedding! Seriously, the talent of the musicians is out of this world and they got all of our guests on the dance floor the entire night. The band performed a perfect blend of Top 40’s, Oldies, and threw in some 90’s music like we requested. Our family and friends kept asking us if they were a famous band which they should be!! The music during the ceremony created such a magical vibe that we will never forget! Sean was absolutely amazing to work with while planning our wedding. We had a few hiccups with our venue and Sean helped smooth all of them out for us. It took a big load off our plate. We are SO happy we went with Rogue Radio and Crowd Theory Entertainment for our wedding. We would recommend them over and over again!
response 06/21/2022
Hey Liz and Blake! Thanks a million for the sweet review. You all certainly made the music...
ians feel like they were famous : ) Have a blast in Italy, and stay in touch!
Michael D
5.0
2/28/2022
The Straytones were incredible!! Our whole wedding party was up dancing the entire night and a week later everyone is still talking about how incredible they were. They were great to work with and we very much appreciate them learning some specific songs we had requested and performing everything perfectly. Selecting the Straytones was, without a doubt, one of our best wedding planning decisions. We highly recommend them.
response 03/01/2022
Michael and Julie, thanks so much for the review! We had so much fun playing music for you...
all, and in such a beautiful location to boot. Thanks for inviting us up to Healdsburg to celebrate with you!
Beccy L
5.0
2/04/2022
We were very choosy when picking our band for our wedding. Most of our family flew out from either Texas or the UK and many of them are music lovers. We wanted a big band that could handle all kinds of styles of music and keep our mixed group dancing. Rogue Radio was certainly up to the task! Sean was great with helping us plan the perfect song list and assembling the right band. We ended up booking a 9-piece band, and our only regret is that we didn't book an even bigger band. They struck the perfect mood from the dinner through the dancing portion of the night. One of our couple friends even want to fly them out to London for their wedding. Bravo y'all! Thanks for everything!
response 02/04/2022
Beccy, Ryan! We had such a great time at your wedding! What a great group of people you br...
ought together. We can't wait to see photos!
Rachel S
5.0
1/18/2022
Rogue Radio BLEW US AWAY! My husband and I spent days searching for the right band, as music was the most important element of our wedding. So many bands out there just didn't have the "X Factor" we were looking for. We found Rogue Radio, and we were instantly sold. Of course, we decided on the full 12-piece band! The talent in truly as good as it gets. The lead singers sounded like angels on our first dance song. We had a somewhat unorthodox request, and they nailed it! Once the party started, every last person in our group was dancing and singing along the entire night. A particularly memorable moment involved one of the lead singers coming out to the dance floor and passing around the microphone. (We admittedly couldn't sing as well as they can HA!) Shout out to the horns and violinist as well. Just... wow! These musicians are not only some of the best we've ever heard, but they are also such fun and passionate people (the kind of people you want to party with). The whole Crowd Theory Entertainment team was a pleasure to work with from the moment we booked the band. They were attentive, organized, and eager to bring our special requests to life. A huge thank you to Sean and his outstanding team at Crowd Theory Entertainment. We will watch our wedding video over and over again just to relive the amazing night you gave us!
response 01/18/2022
Thank you Rachel! The band has been raving about how much fun your wedding was. Thanks for...
being such a lovely couple to work with. Wishing you and Bobby an awesome honeymoon!
Chloe A
5.0
12/03/2021
Crowd Theory was absolutely incredible at our November 2021 wedding. From the ceremony sound set up, to the perfect dinner music, to the most fun and memorable dance party long into the night, CT set the tone and brought all the right energy to every moment of the day. Sean was exceptional to work with you from start to finish, and the DJ and band were so talented and such pros in knowing exactly what the guests wanted to hear. We were blown away and truly hope to get to experience CT again soon. We highly recommend them for any wedding or special event.
response 12/03/2021
Hey Chloe! We can't overstate how great it felt to play at your wedding after having to re...
schedule last year. You and Isaac were so fun to work with from the very beginning, and playing for your group was such a blast! We wish we could relive the night all over again. Much love to you and Isaac!
Lainie E
5.0
11/18/2021
Wow! This band was absolutely amazing. They were not only incredibly professional and helpful when it came to choosing our music, but they are all incredibly talented. They are undoubtedly one of the best and most memorable parts of our wedding!
response 11/18/2021
Thank you Lainie and RJ! The band loved playing for you and your guests, and we especially...
loved playing your song requests. Thank you for inviting us to be a part of your celebration! All the best to you both!
Gunnar K
5.0
8/17/2021
In short, if you do not hire The Straytones for your wedding, you’re making a huge mistake! They were incredible performers and could not have been easier to work with. Crowd Theory was incredibly organized, helpful, and professional in helping us plan the evening. The electric fiddle was truly electrifying, the band was incredible, and any singer who can nail the high notes of “Take On Me” by A-ha was born to be on stage. We, along with our guests, were blown away by the performance. Highly recommend!!
response 08/17/2021
Hey Gunnar and Kelsey, thanks for the review! We had a great time playing for you and your...
group. You all tore up the dance floor! We always consider ourselves so lucky to work with gracious couples such as yourselves. Thank you for inviting us to be a part of your beautiful wedding : )
Debbie A
5.0
8/07/2021
Rogue Radio was the best band ever! Everyone at my wedding reception was singing and dancing the whole night. We had such a great time, and I'm so happy we chose to hire them!
response 08/17/2021
Thank you, Debbie! Everyone in the band raved about your wedding. We are so glad you all h...
ad a wonderful time! Wishing you and Alex all the best!
John S
5.0
8/04/2021
Crowd Theory was the absolute perfect band for our wedding.
The team was incredible scheduling zooms and working with us to make our big day perfect - all in the midst of a pandemic. Our wedding was also a destination wedding in Hawaii... and everything went off without a hitch! The team was incredibly organized and was a breeze to work with.
In terms of the performance itself, I was amazed. I knew they'd be good, but I can honestly say I have never heard a better band at a wedding (not to brag about my own wedding!). The mix of songs was perfect, and the songs they learned for us were absolutely amazing. Everyone had the time of their lives dancing, and we wish we could have had them for another 3 hours. The talent of the musicians was amazing (shout out to the horns and the guitars!), and having 3 different voices sing was so cool.
I could go on and on... but please know that you will not find a better group of people to work with, and you cannot book a better wedding band to play at your big day!
response 08/17/2021
Thanks Jack and Jasmine! We will always have the fondest memories of your wedding in Hawai...
i. We could not have imagined a more gorgeous setting for a live performance. Thank you for your hospitality and for rocking out with us! Much love to you both!
Samantha S
5.0
7/24/2021
Crowd Theory was definitely a hit at our wedding! We booked the violinist and guitarist for the ceremony and cocktail hour and it was beautiful!! The4 piece band + DJ played at our reception and the crowd danced from the very first song until the end of the night! They did an awesome job introducing the wedding party and keeping everyone entertained!!! Highly recommend them!
Victoria M
5.0
5/18/2021
We loved this band! As someone who is in the Event Production industry we had a guest list full of audio engineers and musicians which are always hard to please, but the band sounded great! We received so many compliments! They gave us the exact vibe we wanted. No cheesy wedding music! Instead, they listened to what we wanted and even learned a new song for our send off, which was the highlight of our night! On top of that they were extremely professional, asking the right questions at the right time. The whole experience was no stress. We have quite a few friends with wedding dates next year that are now considering using Crowd Theory and we are so happy to recommend them. Thank you guys!
response 05/18/2021
Hey Vickey! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. The band had a blast celebrating w...
ith you and Scott. We also loved your song requests and song selections--they were right up our alley. On behalf of Crowd Theory, I wish you both many adventure and beautiful memories together!
Masha B
5.0
2/14/2021
Rogue Radio is the best 9 piece band I've ever hired & I hire a lot as an event planner. They go above and beyond and have such a positive attitude. They are young, attractive, energetic, and sound AMAZING! It was a wedding for 250 guests in Malibu in a huge property and they nailed the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. They were accommodating in every step of the way and the band leader Sean went above and beyond for over 3 months to get on phone calls with the couple and myself to make sure every detail was perfect. This is the band you want without a doubt, they are my go to from now on!
Eric S
5.0
1/17/2021
Simply amazing! Crowd Theory was soooo good! Sean and the band are absolute pros. I think we received 1000000 compliments from our guests on the band. One of our wedding coordinators wanted all their info so she can refer future clients to them. The staff working our wedding kept saying that they were blown away by the band. I can't say enough about the whole experience of dealing with Sean and the band... absolutely a pleasure. Basically you are blowing it if you don't hire them! Look no further, I promise you... thank you Sean and Crowd Theory for making our wedding such a success!!!
Bri F
5.0
10/08/2019
My husband & I did a ton of research for each vendor we chose. I’m talking excel charts and spreadsheets galore. We talked to at least 6 bands before Crowd Theory. A work colleague of mine recommended them because she had used them for a charity event. Once we heard their music and started communicating with Sean, we were sold. When I say you NEED to hire Crowd Theory right now, I mean it. Stop looking at bands because they are it for you. Even 7 weeks later, our guests are still gushing about how amazing they were, as are we. The day of the wedding my husband and I were over the moon about them, they sounded incredible. Sean is amazing as well. From the beginning he was so easy to communicate with and was so willing to work with us on what we wanted for both the ceremony and reception. He’s the coolest guy- like someone you want to be friends with afterwards. They exceeded our expectations to the nth degree. We are so grateful to Sean and Crowd Theory and could not have imagined having any other band at our wedding. We have had so many people tell us our band was out of this world and we couldn’t agree more. I want to have another event just to hire them again. You need to hire them. You will not be disappointed
Benjamin S
5.0
12/05/2018
Crowd Theory played my wedding in San Diego over Labor Day Weekend and they absolutely made the event! These guys are legit professional musicians! I've never seen a dance-floor so packed in my life. From pop hits to alt rock to dance to classic rock, every song was amazing. They are incredibly flexible (they will learn--and nail!--various special songs for you) and know exactly the type of music you are looking for.
I cannot wait to book them to play another party. If you are reading this, and you want a rocking and unique dance-floor experience for your wedding/party, look no further and book these guys before someone else does!
Ben
response 02/08/2019
Ben! Your wedding was an absolute hit! Thank you for inviting Crowd Theory to be a part of...
such a beautiful and rip-roaring celebration alongside the Pacific Ocean. My favorite moment was watching everyone at the party jump up and down and chant "Mr. Brightside" with us. We'll return to San Diego for another party any time! Congratulations again!
Martha T
5.0
10/17/2018
You guys were awesome!!! Thank you Crowd Theory! I’ve been a wedding planner for many years, and rarely have I encountered such a hard-working, easy-going, and fun band. They played the ceremony (with violin & piano), cocktail hour, and then the reception, and they sounded like 3 entirely-different but equally-as-talented bands for each part of the celebration. What a treat. I can’t wait to work with Crowd Theory again!!
Thomas B
5.0
10/08/2018
I had the pleasure of working with Sean and his band Crowd Theory Entertainment for 2 weddings in San Diego. Sean was very responsive thru out the entire planning process, emails were generally answered within an hr.
Crowd Theory provided ceremony, cocktail and reception music and everything was on par, music was top notch and vocals were strong and accurate. They arrived all arrived early to set-up and was always ready before the contracted time.
For the 1st wedding they were on the floor since the room was small and it sounded great, for the 2nd wedding we had a larger space so we built them a stage to showcase the impressive 10 piece band with a horn and string section. Sean was so easy to work with, no demands of any kind. They didn't have a 10 page list of demands for the green room, if there was a room it was great, if not, they didn't complain.
Can't recommend Sean and his band enough, professional in corresponding, professional in appearance and delivered top-notch music to keep everyone dancing from beginning to end.
Look forward to working with you again Sean and team.
response 02/08/2019
Hi Thomas, it is always a treat to work with you and your ultra-professional team. Working...
with you at the Hotel Coronado was a night we'll never forget. We are looking forward to the next one!
Gina K
5.0
9/22/2018
Crowd Theory did the most phenomenal job performing for my wedding! They were extremely professional, yet personal and were incredibly invested in my vision for their performance and completely customized it to fit my needs! They learned a special song to sing while I walked down the aisle, and harmonized like angels! Guests told me later that was when everyone began to cry. My walk took longer than expected, and they improvised seamlessly! It actually turned out even better! Talk about quality musicians! I was so so happy to have worked with them. They are super cute too! Easy on the eyes, which always helps when performing for crowds. :) I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone wanting a special and one of a kind customized experience with their band. For any event big or small, these are you guys!
Angelina C
5.0
9/22/2018
My husband and I were looking for a dance band that was awesome, dancey and energetic but not crazy loud. We found the Straytones and immediately knew they were our band! Sean worked famously with us, letting us choose between acoustic or electric and a 3, 4, 5, or 6 person band. Of course, we picked the full 6 person band. First, three of the bandmates played acoustic music during our cocktail hour. The violin was so beautiful that it had some of our guests in tears! And come party time, the full band played the greatest set of songs and had everyone dancing the whole night. We couldn't have made a better choice. Hire this band and don't look back!
Chris C
5.0
9/21/2018
If the Straytones aren't the number one wedding band in America I don't know who is or who else would deserve the title.
There isn't enough room on the page for me to say just how excellent the band is and the same goes for Crowd Theory Entertainment in general. I have worked in the music industry for twenty years and have seen every kind of cover, tribute, event, and wedding band, so I knew exactly what I didn't want for our wedding. What my wife and I wanted was a band that could play all the hits (from several eras) but have the feel of a true, original band, not a group of pieced together musicians that mindlessly play through songs every weekend. We got exactly what we wanted with the Straytones. The musicianship of every player (Sean on guitar & vocals, Heath on lead vocals, Vito on violin, Greg on drums, Frederico on bass, Glenn on sax and Dan on trumpet) was Top Par, studied, but fresh. This may be a dated reference, but at many points throughout our reception night I had flashes of the movie The Blues Brothers because of the pure energy and talent of the cast of musicians on stage. They blew the roof off, and no pair of feet was spared the uncontrollable urge to DANCE! I could go on about how the band's unique instrumentation lent itself to a sound so natural, joyful and rocking that the music almost took on "spiritual" undertones, but I suggest just watching their video and imagining how your friends and family will react to hearing it for the first time.
The guys learned three songs for us by request including one that was an original which I wrote for my wife as a surprise, and they played all of them perfectly. The band graciously allowed me to join them on stage to play the original song . Most people may not understand the tricky position a band is put in when someone asks if they can sit in or jam with the band, much less asks the band to learn a song that has never been heard by anyone before. But Sean did not flinch and was so supportive of the whole thing. He even Skyped with me a couple of weeks before the wedding to talk through notes for the song. After the wedding I wrote him:
"I never had any doubt that the show would kill but what I never could have envisioned is how kind and supportive you would be as the leader. I'm sure you know that part of your work when playing weddings means creating and cementing memories that people will carry with them the rest of their lives, but to agree to play an original song with some guy who you had never met before and let that guy pretend to be the main attraction for three minutes is so above and beyond what would ever be expected that I can't put into words how appreciative and blown away I am by you."
The love does not stop there, as Sean replied to this email with such kind words for me, our wedding and our guests, that it made my wife cry. Even after the gig is over this is a man who truly cares and is working his tail off to bring such great vibes and music to people.
If ever there was something that warranted a guarantee it is the Straytones. I guarantee that it will never be a bad decision for anyone to hire them.
As a professional company, Crowd Theory is exactly what anyone who books them would want. Sean is extremely responsive, adaptable, and down to earth. These traits come through in every one of the musicians he works with too.
Put simply, the Straytones and Sean made our wedding day. I sincerely cannot imagine the day without them.
response 02/08/2019
Chris, this review moves me every time I read it. You and Ashley were a truly special coup...
le, and we could not be more honored to have celebrated your wedding with you. Thank you for inviting The Straytones to celebrate with you. Much love from all of us!
Jude W
5.0
9/08/2018
The Straytones played my wedding and it was the best! They played the ceremony, the cocktail hour and the reception. The band was absolutely amazing and they couldn't have been nicer. From planning the music to hearing it on the day, it was a wonderful experience. Hire the Straytones! I will hire them again next time we have a big event.
Jillian R
5.0
9/04/2018
Oh man, what to say about the Straytones......I can only say that they absolutely made the entire wedding!! I'm convinced that even if I didn't show up the wedding would have still been a hit haha. I'm still getting phone calls asking for the name and contact info for our wedding band. I was a little worried at first, because I hadn't heard them live and had only seen their promotional video. It also took a lot for me to let them create their own set list and to trust their expertise, but all I can say is wow and I'm glad I did!! All I said was, I like soul and oldies with a few modern songs scattered in between. They came up with the perfect set list, which I'm sure works with almost every wedding!! I don't think people stopped dancing once (well except for when my maid of honor broke a beer bottle on the dance floor). I also, added the mandolinist and female vocalist. I'm so so so happy I did this, because both were incredible! One of my favorite memories of the night was my little 9 year old cousin getting up on stage and playing the mandolin (he thought the mandolinist was so cool!) They were great at emceeing. They got everyone's names right, made it fun, and kept everything on schedule. We had some pretty talented musicians as wedding guests and they were all amazed at how great the band was. We had people telling us it was the best wedding band they've ever heard. This all made the night so incredible and made us so happy knowing that everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves! Our night would not have been what it was if we hadn't hired the Straytones! Don't think twice about it, just book them!!! It'll be the best decision you make!
response 09/04/2018
Thanks for the kind review Jillian! The Straytones had an absolute blast at your wedding! ...
You all must have stomped the dance floor a foot into the ground : )
We wish you and David a lifetime of love, adventure, and happiness together!
Allison R
5.0
7/30/2018
I cannot recommend Rogue Radio anymore!! We went all out and hired the 10 piece band, and it was soooo worth it! They totally blew us away with their talent. Thank you Sean for helping us plan the song list and all of our announcements (we have some weird pronunciations in our family!!!) Everyone we invited, from age 5 to 80, was dancing and singing along with the band until the very last song. Thank you for helping make our wedding night the best night of our lives!
: )
response 02/08/2019
Hi Allison, thank you for choosing Rogue Radio to celebrate your amazing wedding with you ...
and Josh! Your guests were outstanding! Wishing you and Josh a lifetime of love and adventure : )
Jamie P
5.0
7/30/2018
Crowd Theory Entertainment was hands-down, no doubt, the BEST decision we made for our wedding. We wanted a fun acoustic band to play our ceremony and reception, so we booked their band The Straytones. Our mouths were gaping at the talent on stage! We wanted a bigger ensemble, so Sean suggested a 6-piece band with male & female lead vocals, and the end result was a night full of gorgeous music and dancing. The two singers in the band were unbelievable together. Everyone kept coming up to us asking how we found our band, and since the wedding, we’ve gotten several calls asking for their information. Dancing to the Straytones amazing music was by far the highlight of the night. Thank you Sean and company for being so professional and for making everything so easy & fun!
Shayli L
5.0
7/30/2018
Best advice... book them! You will not regret it. Crowd Theory traveled all the way from southern California to our remote ranch location on the central coast. They went out of their way to customize our first dance song (I'm Gonna Be/500 miles by the Proclaimer's) and it was PERFECT. They are willing to work with whatever requests you have and they follow through. All of my wedding guests were raving about Crowd Theory! So happy I found them and we booked them up when we did.
Deena B
5.0
7/30/2018
Crowd Theory was my wildcard vendor - meaning I had only talked to Sean on the phone and seen the band's videos on YouTube when I booked them for my wedding (instead of seeing them live for myself first) - and they ended up being one of my favorite vendors, hands down. I had the absolute best time at my wedding and Sean and the band had a large part in making it the most memorable and best dance party of my entire life. I actually danced for two hours straight instead of talking to my guests and have zero regrets about it. They played such fun sets and had our guests on the dance floor the entire night. Even the catering gals were dancing in the kitchen to the songs! The level of talent and professionalism I got from Crowd Theory exceeded all of my high expectations and I want to get married at least every year just so I can have them back.
On a logistical note, Sean was fantastic at communicating with me through the entire planning process. He was great at working with me and my day-of timeline and even had the band learn a song for our ceremony processional and reception. Everything about working with Crowd Theory went extremely well, even when our timeline got a little thrown out of whack because that's what happens on your wedding day.
It's been a week since the wedding and our guests are still raving about the music at the wedding. We've had multiple guests ask us for Crowd Theory contact info as they want to book the band for their own personal/corporate gigs. Crowd Theory definitely made my wedding and I could not be happier with them from start to finish.
response 02/08/2019
Thank you Deena! What a fun night! It was such a joy singing your favorite 80s hits with y...
ou all. On behalf of Crowd Theory, wishing you lots of love!
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