High-Energy Dance and Chic Jazz
Tri-State and Beyond
Service area
Claudio Marquez
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (12X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Mod Society is THE hottest most engaging wedding band based in Brooklyn, NY.
Packed dance floor, non-stop dance party, every guest raving after the last song; If this is your vision, say hello to Mod Society! We are a Brooklyn-based group of highly in-demand professional musicians that have been playing together since 2009. Our musical chemistry is unparalleled and our wide variety of dance repertoire ensures that all generations get down to our performances. We have a non-traditional approach to the wedding band format and specialize in blending Top 40, Motown, 80s, 90s, classic rock, jazz and contemporary pop into our sets to make your big day as true to your vision as possible. Your guests will overwhelm you with compliments all night and they'll be talking about your wedding for years! Don't hesitate to say hello; we are self-managed and provide the best customer service in the industry.
Hispanic or Latinx-owned Business
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Instruments
Guitar
Harmonica
Keyboard
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Trombone
Trumpet
Violin
Vocals
Music Genres
Dance
Jazz
Latin
Pop
R&B
Rock
Music Services
Live Music
MC Services
Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Reception
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Claudio Marquez
Owner
Hi! I'm Claudio, the owner and bandleader of Mod Society. I started this band in 2009 after moving to NYC and it's been quite a ride! We began doing cocktail hour trios and I've grown the band to a full size dance ensemble the past 5-6 years. This is my full-time job and I'm always available to talk about options and answer any questions you might have about our process. We are proud to be self-managed and guarantee the best value in the industry! Looking forward to hearing from you!
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0161 reviews
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Mod Society is widely praised as an exceptional, professional wedding band that learned custom songs and kept guests dancing all night. Reviewers highlight seamless communication, flexibility in band size, and memorable high-energy performances. Highly recommended for weddings.Review photos
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John M
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5.0
11/03/2025
A heartfelt thank you to you and the entire band for the magic you brought to our wedding reception. Everyone was amazing. You hit the mark every step of the way. We couldn’t be...
happier that you all were with us on our big day and couldn’t be more grateful that you were able to help us out, especially on such short notice.
We are still getting compliments from our wedding guests on the music—everyone saying—THAT BAND! WOW!
You really contributed perfectly to the vibe we were hoping for and the experience we wanted our guests to have. The jazz trio was a hit at the cocktail hour and the full band really delivered over and over all night long.
Thank you, Claudio, to all of you. It was a pleasure working with you and we feel we made a great new friend along the way.
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
John!
Thank you so much for this beautiful note. It truly means the world. From the moment...
you reached out, I had a strong feeling your wedding was going to be something special, and I knew I wanted to be there personally to help bring that energy to life. I'm so grateful you trusted us, especially on short notice, and even more grateful that I got to be right there with you for every moment of it.
The vibe that night was incredible, thanks in large part to the joy and love you and your guests brought to the room. The jazz trio during cocktails set the perfect tone, and once the full band kicked in, your crowd brought so much spirit and energy. It was one of those nights where everything just clicked.
Some of my personal favorite moments were your dinner song requests. “La Vie en Rose,” (in French) and “The Girl from Ipanema” in Portuguese created such a timeless, elegant atmosphere. We loved performing those for you.
It was an honor to play such a meaningful role in your celebration, and it truly felt like we made a new friend along the way. Wishing you and your partner a lifetime of music, joy, and unforgettable moments. Thanks for having us! Claudio
Rosie S
5.0
1/07/2026
Mod Society was so incredible and made all of our wedding dreams come true! We had an unconventional request for laid back music from the band followed by dancing music from the DJ...
. They understood the vision right away and delivered beyond our wildest dreams. The band was unbelievable - we keep hearing from our guests how great the band was and how we found them! All the songs we asked them to learn, they knocked out of the park. And their outfits were also perfect for our vibe and such a stylish bonus, which we didn’t even consider as a possibility! Claudio as our DJ then absolutely nailed the energy we were hoping for, and made for an amazing dance party with energy off the charts all the way through the last song. The whole team was so open minded and collaborative throughout planning, and so talented!! We would recommend them 10/10 times!!
Response from Mod Society on 01/08/2026
Rosie!
Wow, thank you so much for this amazing review, and for having us be part of such a...
n unforgettable celebration. We’re still talking about your wedding!
Your vision was truly one of a kind. From the chill, sun-soaked lawn party to the dance floor energy later in the night, it was unlike anything we’ve ever done. The weather was absolutely perfect, and you really made the most of it. All the music during the lawn party and dinner felt so effortless, and then that DJ after party just exploded in the best way (thanks for having me!).
We also have to give you major props for the trivia contest, another first for us. And the karaoke first dance…that James Taylor moment was legendary. You both crushed it and the way your friends and family circled around you created such a powerful, intimate energy.
Please stay in touch! We’d love to see you again at a showcase sometime and say hi in person! Claudio
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Lucy L
5.0
11/20/2025
Truly this is the best band you could ever have play your wedding. They had the entire party on their feet, dancing for 4 entire hours. Tons of people approached me and asked if t...
here was a place they’d be able to see them play again in the city. Their repertoire is vast and really great. Plus, they learned a custom song for us and it was truly magical.
Claudio and team are very easy to work with. Claudio is truly on top of everything and never leaves you hanging. I cannot recommend them enough!!!
Response from Mod Society on 11/20/2025
Lucy!
Thank you so much for this amazing review! And for the entire journey leading up to ...
your wedding. We were in touch for over 6 months before you officially booked us, and I was so happy when it finally came together. I think we may have gone through a date change or two, but girl, we made it.
The Turks Inn is just down the street from me, so that was already a huge bonus, and being a proper music venue, it was totally set up for us to throw down. The band had an absolute blast, and your crowd was so much fun to play for. We were feeling it all night! (Bonus shout out to the really good vendor meals:)
And let’s talk about your custom song request, “Rasputin.” What a moment. Watching you and your guests go wild to that track was unforgettable. It was hype in the best way.
Also, thank you for having me DJ in between sets and for the after party! I loved spinning early 2000s hip hop, some new jams, and of course, a little Bad Bunny. The energy on that dance floor was everything.
I really want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Please stay in touch! Would love to see you again, and sending you a big hug. Claudio
Sarah W
5.0
11/16/2025
Mod Society was the perfect choice for our wedding band. From the very first interaction, Claudio and Rachel were fantastic in ensuring we never had to worry about the band set up ...
or preparedness for our wedding. On the day of our wedding, they delivered above and beyond! Mod Society not only learned all our important songs but played them incredibly well and afterwards kept the dance floor packed all night long! Our guests could not stop raving about how great the band was all night and the weeks after and we couldn't have asked for a better band to make our day so memorable!
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Sarah!
We’re still talking about your wedding. Truly. There’s something about an overnight...
trip upstate that transforms a show into a full-on bonding experience for the band. We love traveling for weddings like yours. The energy shifts. The group texts stay active for weeks.
I wasn’t at this one myself, but I might as well have been, based on everything I heard from the crew. Apparently, your guests lit that dance floor up. And afterward…I’ve heard more than a few tales about the band roaming around town like a post-gig wolf pack, high on music and late-night snacks. You brought out the best in them.
And your final private dance, that moment is going to stick with us. When I first told the band the plan, they were slightly baffled. A private last dance, just the couple and the band? It was a first. But when it actually happened, it clicked. It was quiet, cinematic, and strangely perfect. A tiny universe carved out just for you two. I’m so glad we caught a little of it on video.
Thank you for having us and for trusting us with something so personal and unique. We’re all so grateful to have been a part of it!! Claudio
Valerie O
5.0
11/04/2025
We are so happy we chose Mod Society! We got so many compliments on the band. They sounded incredible and kept the energy going throughout the whole night. Everyone was on the danc...
e floor and it was exactly what we were hoping for! It was great to be able to attend their showcase in the city and hear them perform live before signing with them - it gave us that boost of confidence they would deliver - and they absolutely did!
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Valerie!
Thank you so much for this review. It truly means the world to us. We’re so glad ...
you came out to see us live beforehand, that showcase connection always makes it extra fun when we finally get to throw down together!
Your wedding was epic. And we’re still talking about your request for “Welcome to the Black Parade.” That song is a marathon and a full-on emotional rollercoaster, and it was such a bold, beautiful choice to end the night. Total early 2000s anthem energy. We were pumped to learn it for you, and even more thrilled to deliver it in the moment!
Also, huge thanks for booking the photo booth. Your crew definitely knew how to make the most of it, and we loved that your guests got to take home something fun to remember the night.
We’re so grateful you trusted us with such a big moment in your life. We won’t forget it! Claudio
Tara D
5.0
11/02/2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding band! The band was professional and very talented. From our first dance to the final song, they nailed every moment. They were full of e...
nergy, got everyone on the dance floor, and kept the crowd going all night long. We added the Photo Booth option which was a great addition to our wedding! Claudio and team were great to work with and super communicative! We couldn’t recommend Mod Society more!
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Tara!
Let’s get right to it, “Rosalita” hit harder at your wedding than anywhere else we’v...
e ever played it. Your crowd was absolutely tearing up the dance floor, singing along like it was the last concert on Earth lol. That moment is burned into our memory, and we’ll be talking about it for a long time. Truly one for the books!
Also, thank you for booking the photo booth. We loved seeing your guests having a blast with it, and we’re so glad it added another layer of fun to the night.
We’re beyond grateful you chose us. It was an honor to be part of your day! Claudio
Kathryn C
5.0
10/29/2025
We hired Mod Society to play our wedding in September of 2025. This was by far the best decision we could have made when it came to entertainment for our big day.
Our goal for ...
our wedding was to have a lively dance floor and Mod Society completely over-delivered in making this happen for us. The band was so talented and did an awesome job of engaging with our guests (special shout out to the drummer for his stage presence during Pink Pony Club). The entire night the dance floor was rocking!
Specifically, one thing that was very meaningful for us was the band learned and played our songs for both our first dance and father-daughter dance and knocked each out of the park.
About a month later, our guests continue to rave about Mod Society and we are so glad they could play our wedding!
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Kathryn!
Thank you so much for having us and for this incredible review!
And yes, we’ve g...
ot to talk about the drummer during “Pink Pony Club.” He has a whole thing he does during that song, and honestly, it doesn’t always come out. But that night he went all in. It was wild and wonderful, and your crowd absolutely matched that energy.
Thanks for shouting him out, there’s actually a little clip of that moment floating around on our Instagram, and it’s still one of our favorite things to rewatch.
We loved your song choices, and your guests brought the energy from start to finish. That dance floor never let up!!
Thanks again for letting us be a part of such a special night. It was a joy! Claudio
Jacqueline S
5.0
10/24/2025
Mod Society was incredible! They kept the energy high from start to finish and truly made our wedding unforgettable. Every song hit perfectly — our guests didn’t want to leave the ...
dance floor all night. The band read the crowd so well and created such a fun, lively atmosphere. As a surprise, my dad decided to get up and play a song with them, and they could not have been more gracious or enthusiastic about it — it was such a special, spontaneous moment that we’ll remember forever. We’ve had so many guests tell us it was the best wedding band they’ve ever seen, and we couldn’t agree more. Mod Society made the night feel magical.
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Jacqueline!
Thank you so much for this amazing review. We’re so glad we got to be part of ...
your day, and that moment when your dad got up to play with the band…we loved it. We always welcome that kind of spontaneity, and it added such a joyful, personal touch to the night. One of those moments that really sticks!
Another fun memory for us was your choice to end the night with “September.” We usually open dance floors with it, but closing things out with that energy, it hit in a whole new way. We might have to steal that idea moving forward!
Thank you again for trusting us, dancing with us, and being such wonderful people to work with. Come out to The Red Lion sometime and say hi, we’d love to see you again!! Claudio
Elizabeth W
5.0
10/23/2025
We picked Mod Society after going to a bunch of wedding band showcases in NYC and were so happy with our choice! They were incredibly talented and energetic, and everyone was on th...
e dance floor the entire night. They performed 2 extra songs that were not on their repertoire perfectly, and we still have guests complimenting the band weeks later. Would recommend!
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Elizabeth!
Thank you so much for this awesome review. We’re so glad you came out to our sh...
owcase at The Red Lion and chose us for your big day!
One of the highlights for the band was seeing you and Ryan go up on the chairs during “Dancing Queen”, that was a MOMENT. You both were having such a blast on the dance floor, and it set the tone for the whole night.
And “Don’t Stop Believing” was a total showstopper. You all crushed the sing-along. That kind of full-crowd energy is what we live for, and it made the night feel completely alive.
Thank you for all the joy and trust. We loved working with you and hope to see you again someday! Claudio
Moira M
5.0
8/30/2025
Mod society exceeded every expectation we had for the night of our wedding. They were fantastic. Each musician and vocalist was great. They kept the dance floor full of guests of a...
ll ages all night long. They read the vibe perfectly and had a great playlist. Could not have asked for anything better. Definitely recommend the 9 piece band, worth every penny. Easy to work with and coordinate prior to the wedding too. Can’t say enough good things about them! Thank you guys so much!
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Moira!
Thank you so much for the kind words. We really appreciate it, and we’re so glad th...
e 9-piece band hit the mark for your big day.
That setup is our flagship size for a reason, three powerhouse singers, guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, and two horns. The trumpet and sax blend together to create that tight mini horn section sound that really cuts through on the dance floor. It’s such a fun configuration to perform with, and we’re thrilled it worked so well in the beautiful setting at Arrow Park!
Also, huge shoutout for the “Smooth” request, you can never go wrong with a little Santana. That one is always a vibe!
Thanks again for being such a great client to work with. Stay in touch, and we hope to see you again down the line! Claudio
Sahar K
5.0
8/19/2025
Where do I even begin? Mod Society was a risk for us, given we hadn't seen them live before and our particular preferences for the type of music we wanted to play at our wedding. (...
We had a long DO NOT PLAY list) They amazed us from day one. They were so kind and willing to work with our budget to give us what we wanted. And boy did they deliver. They were the highlight of our wedding. Not only are they so incredibly talented, their energy was infectious and not a single person left the dance floor the entire night. One of our singers, Liz even engaged the audience in the songs out on the dance floor. We never could've imagined a better band for our wedding. They made the day absolutely perfect and everyone is still talking about them. Don't hesitate for one second. Book them fast :)
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Sahar!
Thank you so much for this amazing review! You were such a fantastic bride to work ...
with, and I genuinely loved curating the music for your wedding. From the first playlist draft to the final note, it was clear you had a vision, and I was all in on helping bring it to life.
Yes, your Do Not Play list was long, but your requests were fire. Getting to play “Don’t Speak” by No Doubt was a total highlight for me. That one takes me straight back to my high school years, and it’s such a rare gem to pull out at a wedding. Loved that moment!
Also, thank you for booking me to jump on the decks between sets. Spinning early 2000s hip hop and 90s throwbacks for you was a blast. Biggie, Nelly, Ludacris…we hit that sweet spot hard, and your crowd was ready for it.
Please stay in touch! Come out to our Red Lion showcase sometime, we’d love to see you again and relive some of that dance floor magic. Claudio
Alex B
5.0
6/26/2025
From learning our relatively unknown first dance song to finishing the reception off with an epic dance circle, and everything in between, Mod Society truly brought the party to ou...
r wedding at Basilica Hudson. Friendly, dependable, clear communication, and all the other business stuff you hope from a professional team. Check out their regular shows at The Red Lion if you need extra assurance to book them for an event!
Response from Mod Society on 11/19/2025
Alex!
Thank you so much for this amazing review! You were such an awesome bride to work wi...
th, and I really enjoyed collaborating with you and Tomo to curate the perfect playlist for your day.
The band always loves heading up to Basilica Hudson, that space has such a cool, open energy, and your crowd completely filled it up. I caught all the dance floor antics on our Instagram stories, and it was truly epic. And yes, your moment during “Pink Pony Club” was unforgettable, in fact, I’m pretty sure that clip made it onto our website lol. You two absolutely rocked the house!
Thanks again for trusting us and bringing such great energy. Please come say hello at one of our Red Lion showcases, we’d love to see you again! Stay in touch. Claudio
Jaclyn M
5.0
2/24/2025
Mod Society was absolutely INCREDIBLE to work with. The prices seemed fair, planning was seamless, team was communicative and helpful and the wedding was the best night of our live...
s! The band members were so kind and fun! The party was dancing the whole night. We would 100% recommend Mod Society for your big night.
Response from Mod Society on 11/20/2025
Jaclyn!
Thank you so much for this wonderful review!
The band had an unforgettable time ce...
lebrating with you at Brooklyn Winery. We’ve been playing there for nearly 10 years, even remember the old days at their previous location, and it never gets old. Your wedding was a standout.
Huge thanks for your song requests, too! “This Must Be the Place” is such a timeless classic, and it was a joy to perform it live. And “Return of the Mack”…total crowd-pleaser. We loved your taste in music and the energy you and your guests brought to the dance floor!
Thank you again for trusting us. Stay in touch, we’d love to see you at a showcase sometime soon! Claudio
Arthur H
5.0
11/01/2024
MOD Society is an awesome band and you should book them.
They were referred to us by our wedding planner and we could not be happier with our choice. They were responsive, easy t...
o work with, and extremely accommodating during the selection process. They worked with us to understand the type of atmosphere we wanted for our wedding (upbeat with a crowded dancefloor and mostly contemporary songs) and picked three amazing singers. Once we signed them, they learned (and nailed) our first dance/parent dance songs and even agreed to learn/perform a song with maid-of-honor (who sang a number as part of her speech). They proceeded to nail all the songs from their extensive ensemble as well.
5 stars without question - Mod Society totally rocked and our wedding would not have been as great as it was without them!
Response from Mod Society on 11/20/2025
Arthur!
Thank you so much for this incredible review! We’re so glad your planner connected...
us, and even more grateful that you trusted Mod Society with such an important celebration.
From the start, we loved working with you to shape the vibe, upbeat, high-energy, and all about keeping that dance floor packed. It means a lot to hear that the singers we selected hit the mark and that the custom songs, especially the one with your maid-of-honor, landed the way you imagined. That was such a special moment to help bring to life!
Your wedding had such a joyful, magnetic energy, and we were thrilled to be part of it. Thank you again for being such wonderful collaborators! We hope you’ll stay in touch and come say hi at a showcase sometime soon! Claudio
Dean H
5.0
10/31/2024
My wife and I were very picky when it came to selecting a wedding band - we are both big dancers and wanted to find a group that could carry a vibe from R&B all the way over to 90'...
s hits along with left field hits like the Talking Heads and Mod Society delivered all that and more. They were just so good - the band was tight, the singers knocked it out of the park and they kept such a good energy the whole night. Everybody loved the band!
They are pros. Communications and payment was a breeze and from our selections they were able to dial in exactly the vibe we were looking for.
Response from Mod Society on 11/20/2025
Dean!
Thank you so much for this awesome review! We really appreciate it, and we were look...
ing forward to your wedding from the moment you booked us.
Rule of Thirds is just around the corner from us in Williamsburg, and I personally love heading there even off the clock, so getting to throw down there with you was extra special. We knew you and your wife were true music lovers based on your song requests, and the whole band was excited to dive in!
“Psycho Killer” was a highlight for me. That groovy bass line, the crowd singing along, it just locked in and lifted the room. You brought the energy all night, and it made everything flow.
Thank you again for trusting us with your big day. Please stay in touch and come out to The Red Lion sometime, we’d love to see you again! Claudio
Jessica K
5.0
10/30/2024
Mod Society played my wedding on Staten Island over the weekend, and I cannot recommend them enough. The team is beyond professional and organized, beginning with a very clear and ...
detailed outline of services before we even signed. Their run of show creation process allowed for a seamless experience day of - we never had to worry about them being prepared. Their renditions of our custom songs were extremely moving and well crafted, and their set kept people on the floor all night. We had multiple guests asking where we found them throughout the night - we're still getting texts asking about them! Their photobooth was extremely well-used, too!
To top things off, they cross-faded our personal playlist and played it through their speakers during our Venetian Hour to keep the party going while they broke down. Looking forward to taking friends/family to see them again at The Red Lion!
Arianna A
5.0
10/22/2024
Mod Society was an incredible part of our day! We will never forget the moment we entered the reception and could feel how the music filled the room and created the most amazing vi...
be! Our guests (all 200 of them) truly never left the dance floor because of how amazing they were! Even during breaks, no one wanted to miss the next song so they stayed just in case! It was the best night ever— thanks to Mod Society!!
Alexandra W
5.0
10/05/2024
Mod Society was the perfect wedding band. Do not hesitate to book them for your wedding or event. Working with them ahead of our wedding to curate a set list and review the run-of-...
show was a seamless experience, and their entire team was professional and easy to work with. The 11-piece band we hired, which included 3 folks for a jazz cocktail hour, was above and beyond the best we'd ever heard. They completely nailed the vibe and were everything and more that we were looking for.
Eric C
5.0
9/20/2024
As someone who works in the music industry, my wife and I could not have asked for a better wedding band than Mod Society. Claudio and his team were easy to work with, adeptly exec...
uted our song selections as if they were part of their own repertoire, and gave absolutely incredible performances during our wedding weekend that both took our guests breath away and had them swarming the dance floor. Their presence, command, and technicality are first class all the way. Would highly recommend them to any and all wedding couples!
Stephen G
5.0
9/19/2024
We booked Mod Society for our wedding and we are so happy we did. They were so much fun and their music and performance were terrific. We had a smaller wedding and didn’t want too ...
big a band - mod society was able to cater to our wedding size with a 6 piece band. Our singers Mikey and Jenny were so talented and we got numerous complements from our guests on the band. Working with Claudio and Rachel during the planning process was also incredibly smooth and they were able to work with us on all the details and custom songs we wanted. The band nailed the mix of newer songs mixed with throwbacks to appeal to our range of guests and we were on the dance floor the whole time. Thank you Mod Society for making our wedding special!
Caroline M
5.0
7/09/2024
The decision to work with Mod Society as our wedding band was truly one of the best we made throughout the whole process. From the start, they were extremely helpful and communicat...
ive as we worked through planning and the timeline for the day. Countless guests told us it was the best wedding band they had seen before, and they kept people on the dance floor the whole night. The band is high energy, manages the night perfectly, and is super talented. They were the highlight of our wedding for sure!
Danny M
5.0
6/29/2024
Mod Society was absolutely amazing. I first found out about them at a friends wedding and thought it was the best wedding band I had ever heard. They were so amazing at my wedding,...
and everyone had nothing but great things to say about the band. Would highly recommend!
Jaclyn B
5.0
6/04/2024
We can't say enough good things about working with Mod Society! We first saw them perform at a showcase at Red Lion and knew they would bring the energy and enthusiasm to our weddi...
ng....they did not disappoint! Working with Claudio and the team was a breeze and I feel like they really understood the vibe we were going for at the wedding. Our guests were on the dance floor all night and we had a blast - thank you!!
Ashley L
5.0
5/30/2024
Mod Society, was the absolute best band. They were so easy to work with and super communicative. They responded to all our questions so quickly. It was also so fun to go see them l...
ive at Red Lion before the wedding- we LOVED them from the start. They were amazing!
Candice S
5.0
5/29/2024
Mod Society was absolutely fantastic last night! What a talented group! The dance floor was crowded and rockin’ all night! The crowd literally started chanting “one more song” w...
hen the band was wrapping up the evening. Hiring Mod Society was one of our very first decisions when Aliza and Nat got engaged and it was absolutely the best decision and really made the wedding! Thank you so much for making the wedding a blast!!
Julia S
5.0
1/23/2024
From the very beginning, Mod Society was more than just a band to us; they were the heartbeat of what would become the most magical day of our lives. I had been enchanted by Elliot...
, Renee, and Lindsay’s voices ever since I stumbled upon one of their YouTube videos. The entire band's style resonated with us so deeply that, long before we were even engaged, my husband joked about flying them out to Italy, where we knew our eventual wedding would take place. This idea, once a playful musing, became a dream I couldn't shake.
As we began wedding planning, there was a fleeting moment where we explored other bands across Europe, looking for something comparable yet more cost-effective. However, after reviewing nearly 15 bands, it became crystal clear – no one matched Mod Society’s unparalleled quality, sound, style, or vibe. Most bands offered performances of two to three hours at most, but Mod Society’s four-hour performance promised a night of endless fun and celebration.
The deciding factor was seeing Mod Society perform live at one of their showcases at the Red Lion. From that moment on, choosing Mod Society became a priority for us, a decision that we knew would involve sacrificing other elements (albeit, elements that we cared significantly less about) to ensure their presence at our wedding. And let me tell you, it was a decision that paid off beautifully.
Working with Claudio, the owner (and bass player) of Mod Society, and his assistant Rachel, was effortless. Their communication was seamless, making the entire process a breeze. The band’s performance at our welcome party, which featured live band karaoke, was an absolute hit – so much so that my mother, amidst the fun, half-joked that the wedding itself couldn’t possibly top the welcome dinner.
But of course, Mod Society exceeded even those high expectations. They provided not just the music for our ceremony and cocktail hour, which was wonderful in itself, but they also transformed our reception into a night we would never forget. Because Mod Society is not your average, cheesy wedding cover band. They’re rockstars. And it felt like we were at our own personal concert. The entire band – Elliot, Renee, Lindsay, Claudio, Alon, Yuval, and Joel – brought a level of energy and joy that we, and all our guests will treasure forever.
They learned several songs just for us – a special song for our ceremony, and three for our reception including our first dance and the father/daughter dance. Each performance was executed flawlessly, adding a personal touch that made our wedding uniquely ours.
By the end of the night, my father, who generously supported our wedding, summed it up perfectly: "The band – worth every penny." It's hard to describe the feeling of living a dream you never dared to dream, but that’s exactly what Mod Society gave us – a perfect, unforgettable wedding. If you're looking to fill your wedding with unforgettable joy, vibrant energy, and music that touches the soul, don’t hesitate to invest in Mod Society. They are more than a wedding band; they are the heart and soul of a celebration, creating memories that linger long after the music ends.
Perry S
5.0
1/02/2024
If you’re looking for a wedding band in the greater NY area, I’m not sure why you’d choose any band other than Mod Society! As Danielle and I were planning our wedding we knew we w...
anted a band as I am a musician and we both share a love for live music. After lots of research, we booked Mod Society for our Montauk wedding and could not be happier with our choice! We had a 9-piece band with three singers, guitar, bass, drums, keys, and 2 horn players - each and every member of the band is insanely talented and brings a ton of energy to the party.
On the back end, Claudio is a joy to work with. He is committed to working with you to bring your vision to life, and brings a ton of experience in the industry to the table to make this happen. Not to mention, relative to other NY-area bands, Mod Society’s pricing was very reasonable for a band of this size and caliber.
On top of all of this, Mod Society worked with us to coordinate the perfect time during the reception for me to go up with the band for a song. I played bass, my dad played drums, and my best man sang, while the Mod Society guitarist played along with us to Give It Away by the Red Hot Chili Peppers. It went so well and our guests raved about the performance. Our friends and family can’t stop raving about how great Mod Society was! Go see them at one of their showcases at Red Lion and book them to play your wedding - you won’t regret it!
Ellen H
5.0
11/27/2023
Mod Society was fantastic! They knew exactly what to play to keep the crowd happy and dancing, and were so talented! They also learned several songs across genres for us and helped...
facilitate a very special performance by both of my parents with the band. We would absolutely recommend Mod Society and are so happy with our choice!
Marissa C
5.0
11/05/2023
We absolutely loved working with Mod Society for our wedding at Brooklyn Winery! They were so easy to work with and professional leading up to the wedding and the performance at we...
dding itself exceeded all expectations. We loved working with Claudio and Rachel and the full band plus talented singers Jenny, Renee & Elliot. Highly recommend Mod Society for any wedding where you want people out dancing the whole night!
Anna K
5.0
10/25/2023
Mod Society is incredible! They brought so much energy and fun to our wedding, and the music was unforgettable. We received so many compliments from our guests about how amazing th...
ey were, and we couldn't agree more. We've even considered traveling up to NYC just to see them perform again at Red Lion. 10/10 would recommend!
Stephan S
5.0
9/15/2023
Great band, perfectly curated set list. Exceeded all expectations, guests have been raving about them still! Highly recommend
Jennifer H
5.0
9/07/2023
Just wow! I could not recommend Mod society more. My husband and I knew we wanted a band that didn’t just do the traditional wedding gig but that brought the energy you would get ...
at a really fun dance party and they sure did that! From my call with Claudio I knew this band would be right for us. He is very easy going and the conversation felt very easy and fluid. The night of the wedding, phoebe was our MC and really took my mission of having everyone on the dance floor the whole night to heart! Her and Mikey and the rest of the band was truly incredible. They even helped us hype up the crowd with a game of limbo using someone’s scarf attached to their dress! we had so many guests tell us this was the best wedding band they had seen. They did a great job mixing in genres and decades of music so it felt like there was something for everyone. They really knew to read the crowd. If you are looking for a truly fun and memorable night that is unlike any other wedding you’ve been to, hire mod society!
Robert F
5.0
9/02/2023
BOOK THIS BAND!
My now wife and I knew we wanted a band at our wedding. We're both musicians (her being a trained drummer and me being a "couch" guitarist who can play a mean Tom ...
Petty). After hearing ModSociety on their Instagram and Youtube channels, we got very excited and ended up booking them. We saw them perform a few months later at a bar in New York City and knew that we made the right decision. They sounded great and had such a good stage presence.
The entire communication process with ModSociety in the months leading up to our wedding was so easy and stress-free. Claudio (the producer, manager, and bassist) was directly involved in all communications, expressed excitement about our day and song selections, and granted our request for my wife to play drums with the band. HOW FRIGGIN COOL!!?!
To no surprise, they EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS at our wedding. We had a lively group and the band's set list matched the guest's energy. The band also nailed the songs that we chose for our ceremony and first dance, along with the father/daughter and mother/son dances. My wife killed it on drums and the band was so receptive to her jamming with them. It was a magical experience.
The band members were also very friendly and interactive after sets, just real good people who we felt like we knew for years. Our guests could not stop raving about the band both during the wedding and in the days and weeks after. So if you've read this entire review, BOOK THIS BAND. You will not be disappointed.
Gaby K
5.0
6/11/2023
We cannot recommend Mod Society more! From seamless coordination by Claudio to the incredibly fun and talented band, the whole team was a pleasure to work with and made our wedding...
incredible. They accommodated all of our special requests — from an amazing rendition of our first dance song to an insanely high energy Hora to a majorly crowd pleasing Baby One More Time, they had our dance floor packed the entire night. They responded to the crowd’s feedback, adjusted to some tricky logistics due to our difficult venue, and kept the party moving even in a rainstorm. Don’t sleep on this band!
They did the best rendition of our first dance song (a special request not otherwise on their repertoire), the did
Alexandria C
5.0
6/04/2023
Best wedding band ever. Working with Mod Society was such a pleasure. They take your day / music choices to heart and make you feel so special the day of your wedding. Everyone wa...
nts the dance floor at their wedding to be packed, fun, and everyone enjoying themselves. Mod Society is able to create such a fun vibe because of how talented their musicians are and the planning that goes in before the day to make sure the songs choices you want are present. Our wedding venue, Battello, has outdoor space and a view of the NYC skyline. Because of this view it could make guests spend more time outside talking/enjoying the beautiful weather, but Mod Society was able to keep the dance floor full the entire night. I literally spent my entire wedding front and center dancing my heart out and having the absolute best time. The band is filled with some of the coolest individuals we have ever met. Claudio is so great and he captured so many moments of our wedding that we will cherish forever. If you are looking for a band that is fun, INSANELY TALENTED, and will keep people dancing all night long - then Mod Society is the best choice out there without a doubt.
Annie N
5.0
5/23/2023
We hired Mod Society for our May 2023 band and feel like we made the best decision. Claudio and the team were super responsive and organized from the get-go, even before booking th...
em, that it almost felt like a no brainer! They set the tone for our wedding, starting with the jazz quartet during cocktail hour. What a vibe!! From there, they absolutely knocked it out of the park during the reception. The singers are truly unbelievable and the whole band kept the dance floor going the whole night. They were so fun. Highly recommend - you are making the best decision!
Stacey W
5.0
5/09/2023
ModSociety was perfect! We hired them for the ceremony duo, jazz trio during cocktail hour and the 10 person band during the reception. All the music was great! We got so many comp...
lements on the music. Even as the night was winding down, ModSociety continued to play and raise the roof. I definitely got my money's worth!
All the members of the band were friendly and professional! I would definitely hire them again!
Alyssa M
5.0
5/07/2023
Choosing the right band for our wedding was one of our top priorities (second only to the venue!) and Mod Society blew our expectations out of the water! The band was killer and ev...
eryone had so much fun dancing the night away! Working with Claudio was such a pleasure. He’s super attentive and responsive and you can feel his excitement to be a part of your day. He was more than happy to customize a few of our songs to match what we had in our minds and the band played everything flawlessly. From the first downbeat, we had people coming up to us, telling us how awesome the band was! If you want your dance floor full all night, be sure to hire Mod Society!
Courtney L
5.0
4/14/2023
Mod Society was beyond incredible at our wedding! Claudio was super easy to work with and very collaborative based on our music vision :) All of our guests said they were the best ...
wedding band they've ever seen and still rave about them!
Catie K
5.0
3/02/2023
Mod Society is the BEST WEDDING BAND and I couldn't recommend them more! My twin sister had them at her 2021 Shelter Island wedding, and we loved them so much that we hired them ag...
ain for my January 2023 NYC wedding. Their repertoire is fantastic and they are an extremely talented group who can get the dance floor going like no other band, and have the most fun doing it. Claudio takes great care in every client, making sure they feel like the success of their day is just as important to the band as it is to you. I greatly appreciated the level of communication and personalization leading up the wedding, and went into my day knowing that this talented team of professionals had my back at every moment. Claudio - I can't thank you enough. We'll be attending their concerts in NYC as much as we can and convincing all our friends to hire Mod Society for their weddings too :) !! Thank you Mod Society!
Spencer K
5.0
2/21/2023
Every single person at our wedding said this is the best band they've ever seen, and it's 100% accurate! We worked together to develop some songs we wanted (and didn't want) to hea...
r and they played music at our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. They played such a great show that was super exciting and had everyone up dancing the night away. They also had AMAZING sound levels that made it so they were loud, but not blowing anyone's ears out. 100% recommended!
Julie B
5.0
2/13/2023
Mod Society was the BEST band. My sister booked them for her wedding and they were so amazing that we booked them for our wedding a year later. Claudio was wonderful to work with...
and was very communicative throughout the entire process. They truly made our wedding the best day and managed to get (and keep!) every single guest onto the dance floor. I HIGHLY recommend booking them for your wedding/event, you won't be sorry!
Kayla D
5.0
1/23/2023
Mod Society was the most memorable part of our Augusy 2022 wedding and by far the best vendor we booked. Claudio is very thorough yet easy to work with when explaining the process ...
leading up to the day. Moreover, they are true professional musicians and don’t stick to a “set list” but rather feel and create incredible energy that gets everyone dancing - so much so, my cousin booked Mod Society for her upcoming wedding as they left such a lasting impression. What impressed us most, when asking if Mod Society was open to learning a traditional Italian wedding song (The Tarantella), Claudio said with a smile “Yes!!! We’ll Learn” - almost every other band said “we’ll just play a track of it.” Lastly, Claudio also let us sing a song with the band which was SO fun and special.
TLDR: BOOK THIS BAND!
Emily C
5.0
1/04/2023
Mod Society was recommended to us from a friend and we are so happy we listened! They were SO SO good for our October wedding, the dance floor was packed the entire night. I would ...
highly recommend them! They are also so easy to work with and when planning a wedding, that is always a huge plus.
Brian G
5.0
12/24/2022
We hired Mod Society for our wedding last May. We were immediately impressed by the breadth of their repertoire and had a lot of fun finding the songs we wanted to add to our wish...
list. In addition, getting to choose a few songs for the band to learn just for us was a great touch. Cut to the day of the wedding! The band and their rep were prompt, professional, and personable. I don’t remember the music during the ceremony, it was kind of a blur. But after the band began cocktail hour with a trio doing some light jazzy intrumental standards that kicked the night off with class. As the night went on and dinner wrapped up the full band was ready to rock! We had a blast, the music was bumping. I was pleased to hear multiple times during the evening my guests remarking how good they thought the band was. Not that you wouldn’t be able to tell by the hip shakin’ boogie woogieing going on the dance floor. It was a sight to see, and hear! As versatile as they are as a band and as accomaditing with their set lists as they are. You can’t put a price on an act with talent. That’s Mod Society. Happy to have had them!
Carly W
5.0
12/21/2022
I can't recommend this band enough for your upcoming nuptials! They are wonderful with communication, bring amazing energy to the event, and songs they played all sounds incredible...
. You will be happy that you hired them, no doubt.
Alison S
5.0
12/21/2022
Mod Society was incredible!! My guests raved about them for weeks after my wedding. They learned and played all of the songs I requested with ease. All of my guests were on the dan...
ce floor all night because of them. I could not recommend them more!!! If someone I know needs a wedding band or I were to host another event in the future, they would be the first band I call! Thank you Mod Society for helping my wedding be unforgettable!!
Jen F
5.0
11/22/2022
Claudio and his band were absolutely outstanding, by far and away the best band we've ever heard at a wedding. They had so much energy, played the right songs at the right time, an...
d overall played beautiful music, sounding exactly like the bands/singers they were covering. Claudio's communication was great from start to finish, and was a pleasure to work with in every way. They have our fullest, most genuine recommendation.
Caroline D
5.0
11/12/2022
Wow is really all I have to say about Mod Society! My husband was leaning towards having a DJ for the wedding but when we were driving home afterwards the first thing he said was “...
I’m glad you talked me into a band because they were awesome!” Claudio and his team were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We booked the 10-piece band and they were outstanding. They have a long list of songs they can play and any song we mentioned in our meeting with him they learned and played flawlessly, no questions asked! By far the number one question I received after the wedding was “what’s the name of the band?” They read the room and kept the music going all night. From the second the first dance was over the dance floor was packed until it was time to leave. They did such a great job from the ceremony to cake cutting and everything in between. I can’t recommend them enough. They made our wedding truly unforgettable!
Marcia W
5.0
9/22/2022
From the first note, no one could resist dancing -- this band elevated this party to such a high! So happy, joyful, fun, fantastic! The hora was EPIC - and it just got better wi...
th each and every song. A pleasure to work with from beginning to end. A key ingredient to an amazing memorable night and a wedding dream come true!
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