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One Love Music
Live Music for Music Lovers
We will go anywhere in the world for your celebration!
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One Love performed at our wedding at the Woodstock Inn, and we are still completely blown away! Working with them was an absolute dream; they are incredibly flexible and seamlessly handled all of our venue's setup logistics, coordinates, and staging needs without us having to worry about a thing.
What sets One Love apart from every other wedding band is their personalization and robust music catalog. They didn’t just hand us a rigid package; they helped us thoroughly plan, curate, and customize our entire timeline and setlist to match our exact needs and vibe. They were even completely open to learning special song requests just for us, making our ceremony and dances feel incredibly personal.
The most unique part of the One Love experience is that the music literally never stops. Unlike standard wedding bands that take breaks and throw on a basic playlist, One Love kept the live music flowing flawlessly from the ceremony to the gorgeous jazz trio during cocktail hour, right through the reception. They also made our evening uniquely unforgettable by letting some of our special guests jump on stage and play with the band. Having my grandpa jump up to sing and my father-in-law shred on the guitar during the reception brought the house down and created memories our families will cherish forever.
To top off an already epic evening, their favorite DJ, Alex Alexander, absolutely crushed the after-party! He brought the ultimate energy, playing the perfect mix to transport us right back to our college dance floor days.
If you appreciate great music, personalization, professionalism, and a nonstop packed dance floor, hire One Love!
A couple of months after our wedding, we’re still hearing from friends and family about how incredible the band was—and honestly, we couldn’t agree more. OneLove absolutely *made* our reception and turned it into the kind of unforgettable, high-energy celebration we had always dreamed of.
From the very beginning, their communication and availability were outstanding. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but the band made this part of the process feel easy and exciting. They were always responsive, open to ideas, and willing to jump on calls to talk through details. It never felt like we were just another booking—they genuinely cared about making our night perfect.
One of the things that really stood out was the depth and versatility of their song list. It felt like they could play *anything*, and not just play it, but truly perform it. Whether it was classic rock, modern hits, or unique cultural touches, they had it covered—and at an incredibly high level.
What really took things to another level, though, was how much effort they put into our special requests. We had a very specific vision for our entrance—something totally unexpected—and they leaned all the way in with us. We had in-depth conversations about pulling off a full-on metal entrance with “Kickstart My Heart by Motley Crue” and they absolutely nailed it. The energy in the room exploded the second they started playing.
Our first dance was just as meaningful, and again, they went above and beyond to get it right. Their rendition of “Thank You by Led Zeppelin” was beautiful, emotional, and perfectly tailored to the moment. It felt incredibly personal, not like a standard cover at all.
And then… they somehow kicked it up *another* notch. Bringing in a second guitarist, Guy Valic, was one of the best decisions we made. His playing added this insane, face-melting rock edge that elevated the entire performance. You could feel it in the crowd—people were blown away.
Another highlight was their Irish fiddle set, which was such a fun and unique touch. It brought a completely different energy to the dance floor and meant a lot to us and our families. It’s not something you see at every wedding, and they executed it flawlessly.
By the time the night really got going, the dance floor was absolute chaos—in the best possible way. Packed from start to finish, nonstop energy, people singing, jumping, dancing like crazy… exactly what we had hoped for. They didn’t just play music—they created an experience.
If you’re looking for a wedding band that will truly partner with you, take your vision seriously, and then exceed it in every way, OneLove is it. They didn’t just meet expectations—they completely blew them away.
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Eric Nicolas
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AWARD WINNER (6X)
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One Love Music is a boutique live music company offering a versatile array of ensembles to suit any event, from smoking jazz bands, classical chamber ensembles and niche acts, to their famous roof-raising dance bands. Led by bandleader and artistic director Eric Nicolas – whose solo acoustic guitar & vocals act is the beating heart of One Love – they have rocked hundreds of parties, weddings, concerts and special events, up & down the East Coast, nationally and internationally, for over 20 years.
Every member of One Love is a musical powerhouse in their own career, having toured and recorded with the biggest names in pop music: Prince, Sting, Bruce Springsteen, The Stones, Paul Simon, Ray Charles, Cyndi Lauper, Sheila E, Miami Sound Machine, Rod Stewart, Hall & Oates, Bon Jovi, Marc Cohn, Gloria Gaynor, Taylor Dayne, Shakira, Tower of Power, Nile Rogers, Rob Halford, innumerable Broadway shows, and more.
One Love knows that every wedding is as unique as the love story that led to it; every event has its own special personality. From your first contact through the entire planning process, you have full access to Eric Nicolas and producer/business manager Melissa Rodnon, who guide you through every step of your music planning. With decades of experience in music, theater and performance production, they take their time getting to know you, your taste in music and the vibe you want for your party, and they collaborate closely with you to craft a unique, unforgettable night of music. Whether your musical tastes run to country & classic rock, top 40 & contemporary dance hits, Motown, soul & funk, 90s alt rock and 80s classics — or all of it mixed together! — One Love plays it all, always the right music at the right time, from the moment your first guests arrive for your ceremony to the last explosive dance song of the night.
Whether you are working with an independent event planner, the team at your venue, or doing it all yourself, One Love will work with you and your professionals to make sure the flow of your event is smooth and polished from load-in to load-out. With a top-of-the-line digital sound system and
dedicated engineers, One Love can install in any kind of space: a luxurious, carpeted banquet hall on Long Island, a raw, industrial space in Brooklyn, a tent in the middle of a field in Connecticut, a private home in Vermont, a luxury resort in the Caribbean. One Love is not a large and impersonal agency; they do a smaller number of finely-curated events each year, giving their full attention to each.
From an intimate gathering to a blow-out with hundreds of guests, One Love can rock a party with any size band to suit your vibe, your venue, and especially your budget. Generous discounts for off-peak dates throughout the year.
Woman-owned Business
31+ years in business
Speaks English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Meet the team
- Eric NicolasOwnerEric Nicolas here, bandleader, lead guitar & vocals. I've led One Love for over 800 parties, for decades, across the US and beyond. I love getting to know my couples, learning their unique tastes and guilty pleasures and turning that into a wild dance party. It's a joy to see a roomful of people going crazy, singing along, having a blast. And while I've been known to make it happen with just my guitar/vocal solo act, with the power of One Love behind me we're unstoppable. I'm in awe of my musicians and singers and feel honored to lead them. I look forward to bringing our magic to you - EN
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309 East 5th St. #5, New York, NY
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