About this vendor
The Hook Club is an independent, musician-owned wedding music group based in Brooklyn, NY. Our one-of-a-kind DJ Band combines the versatility of a DJ with the excitement and skill of live musical entertainment. Our DJ spins mixes that blend perfectly with the live music and vocals from the band, giving us a hybrid sound unlike any other!
Having top-notch musicians at your reception also gives us the opportunity to provide live ceremony and cocktail hour ensembles. From soloists all the way to a string quartet, The Hook Club will put together a live music package that will delight guests at every section of the wedding. We can even provide solo DJs for wedding receptions, so feel free to reach out, even if you plan to stick with a traditional DJ.
When you book with us, you will be working directly with our musicians and DJ to craft the perfect playlist for your wedding. With our extensive experience and your unique style, there’s nothing that is beyond reach. Send us a message or give us a call and let's start planning your music!
Details
Business Attributes
- LGBTQ+-owned Business
Equipment
- Audio/Visual Equipment
- Sound Equipment
Music Genres
- African
- Bluegrass
- Celtic
- Classical
- Country
- Dance
Music Services
- MC Services
- Recorded Music
- Sound Equipment
Planning
- Se Habla Español
Wedding Activities
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
- Ceremony
- Reception
Awards and Affiliations
4-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2025.2024.2023.2022.
Best of Weddings
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Hall of Fame
Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.
Reviews
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We loved The Hook Club and highly, highly recommend booking them for your wedding. They brought a ton of energy to the dance floor at our wedding, and did a great job with MC'ing t...
he event as well. During the pre-wedding planning, they were well prepared and organized, walking us through our options in detail in terms of band setup, song lists, and the details of what music would be playing through the night. When the big day finally came, they were a ton of fun, getting out on the floor and mixing in with the crowd, getting our guests involved and into the music. Just watch one of their videos if you want to see them in action.
The Hook Club DJ band was AMAZING! They were very easy to work with - from planning meetings to day of. They really got to know what kind of music we wanted and took requests from ...
us to make our day special. Everyone loved how interactive they were and the dance floor was crowded the whole night! You can really tell they love what they do!
We absolutely loved working with The Hook Club. Our amazing planner, Greenhouse Events, recommended THC, and we were sold immediately after meeting with Dan. He is super relaxed, n...
ice, and so knowledgable. Dan and THC team made planning super easy for us. They took time to hear about our hopes and helped recommend different band sizes for us. We hadn’t heard of a DJ band before, but loved the idea of some live music with the versatility to play all sorts of music, but our venue wasn’t very big and we also didn’t want to break the bank and hire a huge band. We chose the 4 piece DJ band with singer, sax, drums, and DJ. We knew we LOVED the sax, so we also had the sax play for cocktail hour (shout out to Elijah, who was amazing), and it was one of the best parts of the night. For planning music, they sent out a very detailed and thorough spreadsheet with more songs than one could imagine, and we could rate ones we liked the most, choose ones we definitely wanted or didn't, and choose specific songs for important moments. We met a couple times to review music choices as well. One of our biggest fears with a DJ was that they'd talk too much and be a little annoying, but Dan did a great job as MC, and was very low-key like we asked but announced important moments clearly. Dan and all the musicians had such great energy and got everyone on the dance floor. Our vocalist, Christen, was also amazing — her voice was spectacular, and she was such an amazing performer and got everyone involved in the music and dancing. So many people told us how much they loved the music and the energy, and had never heard of a DJ band but thought it was an amazing concept and the addition of live music over tracks added extra excitement and fun. THC also helped out with lighting (uplights and dance lights), and worked with our fantastic planner and the venue to help us decide the best setup. Ultimately, we loved working with THC. Their DJ-band setup is unique and adds so much variety to your music while allowing for some of the energy that comes from live performers. We danced the night away and had an absolute blast. 100% would recommend THC to anyone!
Words cannot describe what an amazing wedding band The Hook Club is or how incredible the people and how much talent exists within each member; it just wouldn't do them justice. Th...
ey are way more than a wedding band, they become part of the party! The chemistry, excitement and energy they bring out from the moment they start was amazing to watch and we felt incredibly lucky that they were available on our wedding day. From ceremony to cocktail hour all the way through a longer reception and after party; they didn't miss a beat. The music planning prior to the wedding was also easy with great guidance as they want to make sure they play what you want but can adjust to the crowd in the moment. They are professional through and through with a personal touch that creates magic. WE LOVE THEM!!!
The Hook Club was the best music decision - we were so torn between band or DJ and this was awesome!! We got so many compliments from guests at the end of the night on the music an...
d the emcee - Emily - who absolutely was amazing!!! They were SO helpful and made the night so much fun. The drums and sax killed it!! We can’t thank them enough. The whole process working with them was so much fun - they are so organized and detailed and Dan helped with beyond we expected, from the itinerary to the timing of the whole thing. We had no idea what we were doing and Dan and Emily just helped so much in guiding us and making us feel comfortable. THANK YOU GUYS SO MUCH!
We couldn't have been happier with The Hook Club's performance at our wedding! From start to finish, they were absolute professionals. During the ceremony, their music was simply b...
eautiful and added such a special touch to the moment. Even when a few unexpected hiccups came up that were beyond their control, they handled everything flawlessly, keeping the atmosphere calm and magical.
When it came to the reception, they really brought the energy! Their song selections were on point, keeping all of our guests on the dance floor the entire night. They were also fantastic at accommodating song requests, which made the evening feel even more personalized. The talent of each member of the band was undeniable, and their ability to keep the crowd engaged and having fun was incredible. We highly recommend The Hook Club for any event—they truly went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable!
We we're blown away by the Hook Club. Multiple guests came up to me afterwards to say how awesome the band was. My wife and I knew wanted a hybrid Band/DJ situation, and if you're ...
looking for that, absolutely go with the Hook Club. It truly blurs the lines of live performance and studio quality. Sometimes you need a live sax, and sometimes you need the bouncy synths of a Beyonce song. Have you ever wanted to hear 50 Cent's In da Club with live horns? Its perfect for a wedding. Loved working with them, they nailed all our our special requests and kept people DANCING. That's what it's all about
We highly recommend the Hook Club! They made the planning process easy, and had amazing performers. In particular, L'Marco and Bre crushed it. Our guests had an amazing time.
The Hook Club was an absolute gem on our special day! This review is wayyyy overdue. Planning our wedding day, we were nervous about music and entertainment for our guests and thei...
r kids. Dan and his team have made it a breeze, we love the idea of a hybrid band and DJ. They even had a mini performance for the kids at cocktail hour!!!! Our guest LOVE their “cocktail kids” hour. The music and the band were a cherry on too of our perfect day! We appreciate The Hook Club sooo much!
Oh! And thank you Dan for making my bubble tea dream come true for dessert! Guests were talking about it for weeks after. We can’t thank you guys enough!
Highly recommend !!! We initially chose the Hook Club for our wedding based on their unique DJ/band combination. We then had the pleasure to meet Dan, the manager and it made the c...
hoice even easier. He was so flexible, very clear in setting expectation, very organized and went above and beyond to adapt to our vision and budget. The night was magical and every single guest complimented the band. They even played an Arabic playlist adding vocals and instrument to it - They made sure the party was a success
The Hook Club was absolutely incredible! We wanted a combo band + DJ and they nailed it. Everyone on the dance floor had a great time (it was literally shaking) and the photos were...
excellent. The band members were all highly skilled and professional, and were a pleasure to work with. Adam, the bandleader, was very responsive to our requests and made sure that we had a great time. Dan and he were both terrific during the planning process, always responded to our emails, and we especially loved the color-coded Excel. We would highly recommend The Hook Club to anyone looking for a great wedding band. They are talented, professional, and bring that Brooklyn energy! You won’t regret it.
We were thrilled to have The Hook Club as our DJ band for our wedding. Their musical performance was an absolute highlight of our day. The musicians' talent shone during our ceremo...
ny, playing our chosen songs beautifully and even accompanying our officiant's vocals. They effortlessly transitioned from ceremony to cocktail hour, where they set the perfect tone with our custom playlist.
The reception was a true spectacle, with the DJ and four accompanying musicians igniting the dance floor. Their high-energy performance, including choreographed dances and even learning to play Persian music for our special requests, exceeded our expectations. The custom first dance song they prepared was a sentimental touch that we'll forever cherish.
From communication to execution, The Hook Club's service was outstanding. Their dedication to making our day exceptional was evident in every detail. The Hook Club's contribution played a significant part in making our wedding unforgettable.
If you are reading this I have only one thing to say: HIRE THE HOOK CLUB! My husband and I had a very specific idea of what we wanted our music to be throughout the evening and Th...
e Hook Club met/exceeded our expectations on that count. Everyone commented on how much they loved the music. The energy was off the charts and guests appreciated how interactive the performers were. We also wanted to make the event as gay as possible and The Hook Club delivered by bringing along queer artists and being open to our non-traditional music requests. Opting for the DJ Band was unquestionably the right move as it allowed us to hit some more obscure requests with fantatsic live musical backing. Truly, I can't imagine a better performance from a wedding band. Adam and Dan were a joy to work with throughout. You absolutely will not regret working with The Hook Club!
The Hook Club was incredible on our wedding day and we would highly recommend.
They came well reviewed from friends who had attended weddings where THC performed and we totally get...
why. They killed it!
Everything about working with The Hook Club was easy - they were responsive throughout the booking and planning process and never left any doubt we had made the right choice. From the initial set of band configurations they had sent over at varying price points to the setlist planning and actual wedding day Dan and Adam were professional, friendly and on top of everything. We wound up going with the DJ/Band option and it was perfect - nearly everyone (including elderly grandparents) were on their feet all night dancing to THC and all we heard about for days after the wedding was how great the music was. They went out of their way to work in a wide mix of genres and the band breaks allowed the DJ to play other fun numbers.
There is a lot to keep track of when planning a wedding and the band is one of the most important parts of the reception - do yourself a favor and book The Hook Club.
My wife and I worked with The Hook Club for our wedding this month. Dan was our DJ and guitarist, and Andrew was our saxophonist. Dan was very responsive and easy to work with thro...
ughout the whole process - everything from selecting songs to coordinating the timing of everything that happens during a wedding. We couldn't have been happier with the outcome. Our guests loved having live music! We would highly recommend The Hook Club for any music/DJ needs.
Everyone loved the band! Our guests reached out to us during the wedding and after to let us know how much they enjoyed the dancing and music. Hook Club provided all our sound for...
the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. Speeches, MC'ing, etc. Great choice to add a sax to the cocktail hour and the DJ + 3-piece + Singer (Ines) was awesome. Very professional to work with -- 0 mistakes through the process and proactively reached out to make sure we were hitting our milestones. Would recommend for any event.
The DJ Band (from THC) played our wedding at TWA in October - and they absolutely killed it.
We were looking for a wedding band that would provide energy and excitement, and The D...
J Band did just that. They played songs that got everyone up, dancing and singing along. They were also very flexible with the ceremony music—they let us request certain songs and even played a couple of songs they weren't planning on playing at all. We loved how they were able to adjust their set list based on the crowd's reactions.
The Hook Club kept everyone happy throughout the night. We received multiple comments about how great they were—people said they felt like they could really connect with each other because of how much fun everyone was having listening to them play. I'm so glad we decided to have them perform at our wedding!
My wife and I found The Hook Club (THC) while browsing through our wedding venue's IG page. Immediately, we were impressed by the band's energy and how great the singers were with ...
interacting with the crowd. Prior to booking them, we had an initial call with Dan to discuss the different packages they offer. We also attended their showcase show where they did a great job of giving the audience a preview of how the band would sound like with different ensembles. In the end, we opted for a 6 piece DJ-band. A couple of months before our wedding day, we had a few check-in calls with Dan and Adam to discuss music preference and program flow. They were both very professional and easy to work with. They were also able to accommodate some special music request that were not on their standard set list. On our wedding night, everything went off without a hitch. The music and the vibe was AMAZING! Throughout the night both vocalists, Mikey and Ines kept the guests engaged. The dance floor was never empty. My wife and I got lots of compliments on how great the band was. If you’re looking for a good time on your special day, make sure you book THC. 10/10 highly recommended!
The hook club DJ band was the perfect band for our wedding. They brought an electric energy from the jump that kept our dance floor completely full and made the energy electric. Ou...
r guest universally loved them and I can’t recommend them highly enough.
If you want a fun, energetic, and talented band at your wedding, you must have The Hook Club. The dance floor was packed the entire night and played all of our favorite songs. They...
added so many personal touches to the night and made the evening special. As a couple who loves music and dancing, we literally couldn’t have asked for a better band to play at our wedding. Our guests have not stopped raving about how incredible they are. We cannot recommend them enough. HIRE THEM! You won’t be disappointed, I promise you that.
10/10 - Highly Recommend - even a MUST HAVE at your wedding! If you want to have the most fun wedding, with the BEST music of all time - hire The Hook Club for your wedding. I hav...
e two experiences with The Hook Club - the first was when I was a guest at a wedding in the Hamptons, my best friend got married and they played the best music, the wedding was high energy, happy and all the guests were on the dance floor the entire night! After seeing them live, I reached out to hire them for my wedding in Manhattan (at the NYAC right on Central Park South). I was so impressed by how pleasant and organized Jesse Feathersone and Dan Vernam were to work with. They are true professionals, they know what they are doing and they even supported me on how the wedding reception should flow. They made the preparation process so easy for me, through it I never had to worry about the band logistics because Jesse and Dan gave me the utmost confidence. They have a massive library of songs to choose from and they even learned special songs for the dances (first, mother/son and father/daughter) and special songs to play for us throughout the night - that kind of custom experience is so unusual with wedding bands - I couldn't believe how easy and positive the Hook Club handled these special requests. Every single guest at my wedding could not stop talking about how amazing the band was during and after the fact. My guests were on the dance floor singing and dancing and interacting with them all night. I can't emphasize enough how talented this group is - not just as talented musicians but as talented business people. If you are looking for a stress free experience and a truly talented one of a kind wedding band - HIRE THE HOOK CLUB!!
We were lucky enough to have The Hook Club as our dj and band at our wedding. Dan and the team were so easy to work with and took the time to get to know us and throw an amazing sh...
ow on our big day.
We’re 2 brides and it was important for us to find a diverse and queer band. There were no other bands that even came close. They’re such talented musicians and downright awesome people. We’ve even become friends with several members of the band after we started working with them.
We had envisioned classical strings during our ceremony, a jazzy upbeat vibe during cocktail hour, and a bumping dance party during the reception. The Hook Club was able make that all come true with their amazing cast of skilled musicians. They even helped logistically during the reception in terms of advising us to break up toasts so that there aren’t too many all at once.
So many people came up to us to tell us how rad the band was. If you’re on their page, look no further. This is your band.
The Hook Club team is THE BEST to work with. They are reliable, reasonable, fun, helpful, and most importantly, incredibly talented. We had a truly wonderful time working with Dan ...
who runs the band (and also happens to be an incredibly talented musician). He was super flexible as we changed our wedding plans due to COVID, came to our wedding venue to make sure they could make the best use of the space and maximize acoustic quality, and had great suggestions. Dan also took the time to speak with our wedding planner and answer multiple questions, worked well with other vendors, and went above and beyond to make the night awesome (he even stayed to emcee the event as a surprise to us!) Furthermore, all of the venues we looked at knew The Hook Club said "you're in great hands with regards to acoustics--they really know their stuff." I cannot recommend this band enough.
No hesitation…book this band!
Great communication from the start, they will configure anything for you to match the experience you’re looking for, they bring the energy, and they...
are super talented! Their 7pc band played at my friend’s reception and they were amazing, so good that I called her 2 years later to ask who her band was so I could book them for mine. I had the DJ band at mine and the dance floor was packed. Great combo of the live experience while being able to play those songs you want to hear in original form. People haven’t been able to stop raving about it and thought it was so unique. Talking to Dan to set everything up was like talking to a friend. I reached out to him before I had an official date and venue booked just to make contact and he started helping me find a venue, sending me lists of places he thought I would like. No contract in place, he just wanted to help. Also, I had seen a violinist playing with modern tracks and wanted that for my reception and he went out and found someone he trusted who could do it for me. You will be so glad you booked The Hook Club!
As a planner, I truly cannot put into words how pleasant our experience with the Hook Club DJ/Band truly was. Their communication clear and kind, their team was prompt, they were s...
o incredibly easy to work with on the day-of, and they kept the dance party rolling all night long! When it comes to securing a vendor for your wedding day entertainment it can stressful and scary especially never having witnessed the group in person before. Stop what you are doing right now and book this group. They are worth every penny and you will not be disappointed. We would recommend them to any of our future clients!! We can't wait for our next event with THC!
Wow wow, the best experience we could've asked for. First off The Hook Club was absolutely awesome to communicate with and coordinate with. They were super responsive and professio...
nal but at the same time so laid back, we trusted them completely with their vision. They were great through the pandemic and made sure we all were on the same page.
The musicians are so talented, we had live music for the ceremony and cocktail hour, right before my ceremony started they played a beautiful song I had requested. The cocktail hour was beautiful, the music was at a perfect volume where we all could hear and enjoy them but people could carry on in conversation.
The reception was off the charts, everyone wouldn't stop talking about how awesome they were with the music choices. Ash the DJ was absolutely on point, read the room and the talented live musicians integrated with the DJ was perfect, we had never seen anything like it but it was better than we even imagined.
Big thanks to Dan who checked in all the time and even followed up after the big day. This group was one of a kind, thank you all so much.
These guys crushed at our wedding! They played during our cocktail hour (instruments only) and the reception (DJ and instruments) and almost seemed like 2 different bands. We've ha...
d several friends who have wanted to hire them for their own weddings! They were also very flexible with our playlist choices (even when we made several changes in the weeks leading up). Thanks again, Dan and Co.
People are still talking about this band! I've sent their info to at least 3 couples who were at my wedding who LOVED our band/DJ hybrid! We went for the DJ + drummer/sax combo and...
it was perfect. They were super easy to work with leading up and we met in person a few times before the day which was super helpful since we're very picky about the type of music we wanted played. We had an acoustic band set up for the cocktail hour where they played instrumentals of Bob Marley, Rihanna, Jay Z, The Gorillaz etc. People couldn't believe the more modern/less traditional songs were being played so well. The same happened when we went into the reception with more upbeat music-- they mastered every song we asked for and were super flexible when we had some changes leading up to the day. The dance floor was always packed which was exactly what we wanted. Would definitely recommend Dan and his team for any event!
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