Bringing joy, energy and love for your event
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NY-NJ
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Barbara Merkle
PRODUCER
AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Loveday Band is a friendly wedding entertainment company based in Hoboken, NJ, offering a charming array of live band options, from 6 to 14 pieces, plus DJ services for your special celebrations. Our talented performers are here to create a fun and memorable atmosphere for couples on their big day. We truly believe that having a live band helps to bring energy and excitement to your reception, making sure your guests have a fantastic time, and the dance floor stays lively all night long. Let the Loveday Band be part of your celebration, and we’ll help make it an unforgettable experience!
We're excited to share what you can look forward to with us! Our mission is to keep everyone dancing, no matter their age. We have a fantastic mix of classic tunes and contemporary hits, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Check out what we've planned, and remember, we're all about flexibility—if you have something in mind that you’d like to change up a bit, just let us know! We can’t wait to have a great time together!
7+ years in business
Details
Instruments
Bass
Cello
Guitar
Keyboard
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Steel Drum
Trombone
Trumpet
Violin
Vocals
Music Genres
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Jazz
Latin
Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
Music Services
Live Music
MC Services
Recorded Music
Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Reception
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Barbara Merkle
Producer
Hello everyone, We are thrilled to provide you with outstanding service that exceeds your expectations! We can't wait to learn about your wedding vision and are eager to help turn it into a beautiful reality. Your dreams begin right here, and our passion is to bring them to life. We look forward to your response. Let’s make magic together!
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.022 reviews
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Loveday Band consistently exceeded expectations for various weddings, with guests praising their electric performances, seamless transitions, energetic stage presence, and customized song selections. The band's professionalism and ability to keep the dance floor packed all night were highly commended, along with their responsiveness, attention to detail, and personalized service. With rave reviews about their visual elements, versatility in music genres, and ability to engage guests of all ages, Loveday Band is strongly recommended for couples seeking a memorable and lively wedding celebration.Janeth F
5.0
11/30/2025
Loveday Band exceeded our expectations. My fiancée and I attended a wedding and were delighted with the band, who kept guests dancing all night from the start. The dance floor stay...
ed full, and the band knew when to alternate between high-energy and slow songs. The transitions were perfect, though guests barely had time to return to their tables. With a setlist rich in styles, Loveday Band delivered a wonderful night to guests of all ages.
The booking process with Loveday Band was seamless. They were responsive and professional, making communication easy from start to finish. We felt confident and at ease with how they handled our requests and timelines, which eliminated any stress about the band's logistics for our big day.
We got married in May 2025, and people still talk about the unforgettable band performance. Loveday Band played rock classics in the last few songs, and guests shouted for one more song. We are happy with the band's services and recommend them to anyone looking for a band, as we had a unique experience. Thank you, Loveday Band.
Response from The Loveday Band on 11/30/2025
Hello Janeth! Thank you for your wonderful words. It was an absolute thrill to perform at ...
your wedding reception. We’re thrilled to hear our services exceeded your expectations and that you and your guests had an incredible night of entertainment with the band!
Stephanie M
5.0
11/13/2025
The Loveday Band and their Duo were among the best choices we made for our 200-person wedding. The Duo created a wonderful atmosphere at our outdoor Cocktail Hour. Guests are still...
talking about how much fun they had dancing and singing with the band all night. We loved the visual elements: lighting, dancing, costume changes, and props. My husband and I could hardly leave the dance floor because their compilations flowed seamlessly. The band played a blend of classics and modern hits like "Uptown Funk," "Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher and Higher," "Stay," and "What a Fool Believes," which kept everyone energized. I first worried our party might be too small for an eight-piece band, but they were perfect for building the crowd and keeping everyone together on the dance floor. They performed in the crowd, singing and playing, stirring up even more enthusiasm. My only regret was not having more time to talk with our guests, since we couldn't leave the dance floor. Marcel was extremely responsive and worked directly with me and my wedding coordinators, handling logistics. They are a wonderful band for any event, big or small, if you want your guests dancing all night with happy hearts.
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Emma T
5.0
11/13/2025
Loveday Band was easily our favorite vendor. From the start, having a fun, lively band was our top priority for the wedding. Our venue coordinator recommended them, saying they wer...
e the best she had ever heard, and that the last couple who booked them had a fantastic time. Even though we hadn’t seen them perform live, they went above and beyond our expectations. We had so much fun dancing and singing all night. The band even taught our guests some dance moves, which made it even more enjoyable. I didn’t leave the dance floor once. Many of our guests came from out of state, and everyone was talking about the band after the wedding. The saxophone escort for our exit was a perfect touch. We just wish we could have had more time with them. Book them—you won’t regret it!
Response from The Loveday Band on 11/14/2025
Hello, Emma! Thank you so much for your kind words. We were thrilled to be part of such a ...
fantastic celebration, and the connection with the guests was instant and wonderful. We're living our dream—performing at weddings and creating unforgettable moments. Thank you for choosing us!
The Loveday Band
Caitlin B
5.0
11/06/2025
We cannot say enough great things about The Loveday Band-they absolutely made our wedding in September 2025! From the first song to the last dance, they brought incredible energy, ...
professionalism, and talent to our big day. Our guests were raving all night (and still are!) about how amazing the band was. They played a perfect mix of classic hits, current favorites, and just the right amount of slow songs to keep the dance floor packed from start to finish. Their vocalists were phenomenal, and the musicianship was top-notch – everything felt so polished and effortless. What really stood out was how they tailored the experience to fit our style. They were easy to work with, responsive, and even learned a few special songs for us, which meant the world to us. If you're looking for a wedding band that will blow your guests away and create unforgettable memories, Loveday is it. Hiring them was one of the best decisions we made-they truly brought the celebration to life. Thank you, The Loveday Band, for making our wedding night unforgettable! We love you guys!
Jenny W
5.0
10/22/2025
The Loveday was the perfect wedding band! Their performance exceeded our expectations. They were professional and talented, keeping everyone on their feet all night. They blended o...
ur favorite songs with energy and elegance. Our guests raved about the music. The live music set the mood and made our wedding special. The jazz band at cocktail hour, the reception band, and the second line were all amazing!
Casey S
5.0
10/13/2025
Don't hesitate—The Loveday was absolutely the best wedding band we could have ever asked for! I chose them based on rave reviews and videos, took a chance, and they turned out to b...
e the absolute highlight of our wedding weekend. Working with Loveday was a breeze—smooth, personal, and genuinely enjoyable—and Ellen made us feel completely confident from the very start. Our planners loved that Loveday managed their own travel and equipment, making everything so much easier for us. The band was insanely professional, super friendly, and totally engaged with our guests, rocking a fantastic mix of music that went way beyond the usual wedding playlist. If I could do it all over again, I'd hire Loveday in a heartbeat—so grateful for an unforgettable night!
Stephanie G
5.0
8/22/2025
Get ready to elevate your wedding like never before with Loveday Band – the ultimate wedding entertainment experience! If you're dreaming of an unforgettable celebration, this is t...
he band to book! From the very first note, they ignited the dance floor with an electrifying energy that kept everyone moving all night long. Their incredible talent for reading the crowd ensured that the dance floor was always packed, seamlessly transitioning from upbeat anthems to romantic slow jams.
But it wasn’t just about the music; Loveday Band became part of the party, joining guests on the dance floor and making the night even more interactive and thrilling! Their dynamic stage presence, contagious enthusiasm, and raw talent turned every single song into a memorable moment. If you want a band that will truly take your wedding to the next level, Loveday Band is the ultimate choice. They transformed our celebration into an unforgettable experience we will cherish forever – we simply couldn’t have asked for more!
Sharon R
5.0
12/17/2024
Hiring The Loveday Band was hands down the best decision we made for our daughter’s wedding! Their talent and energy were absolutely unmatched, and they connected with our guests o...
n a personal level. Days later, I’m still glowing from the experience, and I can’t express how many compliments we received. The dance floor was alive all night, with only a few guests needing to step away for a quick breather or a refreshment! Knowing that everyone had a fantastic time with Loveday Band both on and off the dance floor fills my heart with joy. I truly believe that a great band is the key to a successful wedding, and Loveday Band delivered beyond our expectations for our daughter’s celebration. Thank you, Loveday, for making our special day unforgettable!
Response from The Loveday Band on 06/07/2025
Hey Sharon!
Thanks a ton for your sweet message! I’m so happy to hear that you all had a ...
blast. The energy was absolutely contagious! Honestly, it was one of the best parties ever.
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts!
Cheers,
Brad
Maureen D
5.0
11/02/2024
We had an incredible experience with the Loveday Band, and we can’t recommend them highly enough! Gary, our band leader, was truly outstanding. He took the time to meet with us bef...
orehand and coordinated seamlessly with our wedding planner and the venue team for a thorough walkthrough before the big day, ensuring everything was perfectly organized. The Loveday Band's song selection was simply fantastic; it created an electrifying atmosphere and packed the dance floor all night long. We were overwhelmed with compliments about the band, and without a doubt, we highly recommend the Loveday Band for your event!
Janice C
5.0
10/20/2024
I came across their promotional video on YouTube and then started searching for bands on The Knot, which led me to contact this band. I initially spoke with Hellen over the phone, ...
and she was wonderful. She then introduced me to Marcel. Since my parents are old-school, they requested an in-person consultation, which was a pleasure. Marcel was patient with all our questions, providing detailed answers and exploring various options with us. Ultimately, my fiancé and I decided to hire a 10-piece band.
We are thrilled to have chosen The Loveday for our wedding this past Friday. The performance was phenomenal, with amazing singers and musicians; everything sounded incredible. The dance floor was packed, and guests of all ages danced all night long.
I highly recommend this band to friends and anyone looking for live music for their reception.
Thank you, Loveday, for an unforgettable night!
Sincerely,
Janice and Sean
Carol B
5.0
10/17/2024
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for hiring The Loveday for our wedding. From start to finish, my fiancé and I felt incredibly fortunate to work with Marcel. He was a true ...
gentleman and guided us through every step of the planning process.
Marcel communicated clearly and transparently, discussing the details of each package with us first over the phone and then via email to ensure we were on the same page. We appreciated his honesty in answering all our questions.
We chose the Big Band package, and it turned out to be the best decision! I paid for a 12-piece band but received a 13-piece band at no extra cost. The band was fantastic, delivering an amazing range of oldies and contemporary songs that kept guests of all ages entertained. The dance floor was packed, and the tables were only occupied during dinner and cocktails.
I highly recommend The Loveday to my friends and anyone else looking for a phenomenal band. Thank you, Marcel and The Loveday team! All our guests loved your performance and are still commenting on how great the band was.
Best,
Carol & Stevie
Response from The Loveday Band on 10/25/2024
Hello Carol, thank you for your kind words. I am glad The Loveday delivered as promised. T...
hank you for allowing us to be part of your wedding.
Kind regards,
Hellen
John H
5.0
9/15/2024
The Loveday was phenomenal at my son's wedding on 9/1/24! The guests couldn't stop raving about how incredible the band was - they truly made the celebration exceptional. From thei...
r excellent organization and professionalism during the planning stages to their outstanding performances during the ceremony, cocktail reception, and dinner, they exceeded all expectations. The energy and music were so captivating that all 115 guests ended up on the dance floor. The lead vocalists were superb, and the song selection was perfect. The band leader even got the guests involved, making the experience unforgettable. If you want an amazing band for your wedding, don't hesitate to book The Loveday Band. Their ten-piece ensemble created the best sound and outcome possible, and I highly recommend them for a sensational wedding experience.
Jake N
5.0
9/15/2024
Looking for a band to keep the dance floor rocking? Look no further than the Loveday Band! They played fantastic covers for our special dances, got everyone up and moving with the ...
Hora dance, and kept the party alive all night long. Professional, fun, and accommodating - we couldn't have been happier with our choice for our wedding. We highly recommend the Loveday Band to anyone looking for a memorable and lively event!
John H
5.0
9/14/2024
The Loveday was phenomenal at my son's wedding on 9/1/24! The guests couldn't stop raving about how incredible the band was - they truly made the celebration exceptional. From thei...
r excellent organization and professionalism during the planning stages to their outstanding performances during the ceremony, cocktail reception, and dinner, they exceeded all expectations. The energy and music were so captivating that all 115 guests ended up on the dance floor. The lead vocalists were superb, and the song selection was perfect. The band leader even got the guests involved, making the experience unforgettable. If you want an amazing band for your wedding, don't hesitate to book The Loveday Band. Their ten-piece ensemble created the best sound and outcome possible, and I highly recommend them for a sensational wedding experience.
Maxwell S
5.0
8/10/2024
The band exceeded my wildest expectations. They were incredible. On the day after my wedding, I expected to hear things like "The bride was beautiful" or "Your ceremony was so touc...
hing". Instead, all anyone could talk about was how amazing the band was. And I wasn't upset with that at all - Loveday Band truly did an outstanding job, kept every wedding guest on the dance floor the entire night, sounded great, and were overall a lot of fun. I highly recommend them for any wedding or similar event. Fantastic!
Response from The Loveday Band on 08/12/2024
Hi Maxwell and Evan, it was a privilege to be part of your wedding and do what we love to ...
do. Our mission was to provide the night of your lives, and sometimes we got involved with the amazing atmosphere, but we had to hold ourselves performing instead dancing with all the guests :) We are happy for your words and all the team wishes you to have a happy life together, thanks for the opportunity and to believe in our work,
Kind regards,
Marcel
Anna M
5.0
7/29/2024
Loveday band is absolutely fantastic! We were beyond delighted with their performance. The dance floor was constantly packed, with everyone afraid to miss out on a single great son...
g. They truly made the wedding an absolute blast! Every single guest raved about how amazing they were and expressed interest in booking them for their own future weddings. I can guarantee that they are worth every penny!
Response from The Loveday Band on 08/12/2024
Hello Anna, thanks for your words, it is good when we do what we love to do. Seeing that d...
ance floor entirely packed gave us the feeling of mission accomplished. The place was stunning, and the food was amazing. We wish you a happy life together,
Best,
Marcel and Band
Doug S
5.0
7/17/2024
We were on the hunt for the perfect band for my wedding on WeddingWire and The Knot. My fiancé and I wanted to find a band that had no negative reviews. We came across bands with 5...
00 reviews, but after reading some bad feedback, we started feeling concerned. Fortunately, we stumbled upon Loveday band, which had nothing but positive reviews - and it turned out to be the best decision we made!
When we visited their website, we were delighted to hear their organic sound, which sounded so close to the original songs on their promotional video. After reaching out to them for more information, we had a couple of chats, and finally set a date to meet at my parent's house. It was a fantastic meeting; everyone loved Marcel. He was funny and went over all the details. We were sold and decided to go with them.
Our wedding was absolutely amazing from the ceremony to the reception. Loveday band's talented musicians brought the house down and lived up to everything we saw in their promotional video. They sounded incredible and kept the guests dancing all night on a packed dance floor. There wasn't a single guest at their table during the reception! We received compliments from every guest about the band we hired. I would highly recommend Loveday band to friends or anyone looking for a band for their big day. Many thanks to Loveday band for delivering a perfect evening performance!
Doug & Jenny
Response from The Loveday Band on 07/17/2024
Hey Doug and Jenny,
Thanks so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your ...
wedding was a fantastic success. We had an absolute blast at your celebration, and we really appreciated how everyone interacted with us. Honestly, your wedding was one of the best we've ever been a part of. The food was incredible, and the energy from the guests, including you and Jenny, was infectious. We had to resist the urge to join everyone on the dance floor! Wishing you both a lifetime of joy as a couple, and we can't wait to meet up again in the future.
Warm regards,
Marcel and the Band
Kathy M
5.0
7/01/2024
We hired Loveday Band for our wedding in May, and they were incredible. The band was energetic, talented, and sounded amazing. They had the dance floor packed the entire night and ...
kept the party lively and fun. Every band member was extremely talented and easy to work with. We highly recommend them for your wedding or party. Two of the band members performed at our ceremony, and I was blown away when I heard them start playing. The music sounded incredible, and I will never forget it. After the wedding, all our friends and family repeatedly told us how amazing the band was and inquired about them for their own events. Thank you to the entire band and Loveday team for making our wedding so special and memorable.
Response from The Loveday Band on 07/04/2024
Dear Kathy,
We appreciate your gracious feedback. It was an honor for our band to contrib...
ute to your event and fulfill our commitments. It is evident that our objective was achieved – to ensure a lively atmosphere on the dance floor throughout the evening. The success of your wedding is truly delightful to witness.
Best regards,
Marcel and band
Annie H
5.0
6/20/2024
My fiancé and I attended a friend's wedding, and this band was performing during the reception. We just loved this band, they kept all the guests on the dance floor, perfect transi...
tions, energy, sound quality, and great singers as well also caught our attention, so we were sure that we found the perfect band for our wedding. When the party ended, my friend introduced the band leader, Marcel. After the wedding he went over all the details of our wedding, the band learned 5 of our special songs, and the service was amazing, we chose a 9-piece band for the reception, a New Yorker Jazz band to perform during the cocktail and dinner, and a beautiful set of three strings for our ceremony, I highly recommend Loveday Band, they delivered as promised and made our big day special,
Thank you, Loveday Band,
Annie and Ben
Response from The Loveday Band on 06/21/2024
Hello Annie and Ben,
It was a pleasure to be a part of your event. We enjoyed every momen...
t, and the best part for us was seeing every single guest dancing all night long. The chemistry between your guests and the band was amazing. Your wedding was beautiful, and we are happy to have contributed to making your dream come true. We hope you have a very happy life as a couple.
Best wishes,
The Loveday Band Team
Mariah K
5.0
1/22/2024
We found this band on YouTube, we were digging there to watch some videos of wedding bands, and we were lucky. I, my fiancé, and some family members, were searching for bands, so w...
e found Loveday Band, everyone loved the video, so we contacted them. Marcel is a great guy, he's the manager, he listened to my vision for my wedding, and after just listening to me, he starts to put pictures in the air illustrating my vision, he is amazing.
From planning the timelines throughout the year to the big day, he did everything as we expected. He takes care of everything, he put a pianist and a violinist to receive all my guests at Park Savoy entrance, everyone still sometimes commenting on how beautiful that was, he created such a perfect atmosphere from the beginning. Our ceremony had a professional violinist and a pianist, they made us feel as if we were in a royal castle, and during the cocktail we had his Jazz Trio Band, they were professional musicians and the band as well. The Band had a memorable performance, seeing everyone on the dance floor, and looking that dance floor completely full, was the best answer about this band, I still having compliments for the performance of this band, as they said, I had a party of my dreams, we were lucky to have Loveday band in our wedding, thanks again,
Love,
Mariah & Jerry
Response from The Loveday Band on 01/22/2024
Howdy, Mariah and Jerry,
OMG, thanks for the words, since our first contact I noticed from...
your wedding vision, that you would like to have a different wedding, so we tried to bring your vision to the Venue, not only performing at, but by trying to make that vision real for you and Jerry, and I am glad you liked our surprises and everything we prepared for you guys, thanks for your review, Mariah, and Jerry, we loved the opportunity to be part of your event,
The Loveday Band
Heather F
5.0
5/29/2022
Absolutely fabulous band!! We had a ten-piece full band for our wedding along with their jazz trio to play during breaks. Our family and friends absolutely loved them and were danc...
ing all night. They also did an incredible job learning all 3 of our first dance songs. Highly recommend!!! Thank you Loveday Band for an incredible evening’s performance.
Response from The Loveday Band on 05/29/2022
Hello Heather & Justin,
Thank you for your words, it was a pleasure to be part of your wed...
ding, specially when we are doing what we love to do, we wish you a long happy life as a couple,
Kind regards,
Marcel
The Loveday Band
Kathy S
5.0
9/26/2020
A Great Company To Work With
Our daughter's wedding was scheduled for Dec 7th, 2019.
Two weeks before we decided to move the wedding to June 6th, 2020 due to Coronavirus. Marcel a...
nd Hellen were amazing during our decision time and choosing a new date. Marcel and Hellen were very patient, helped me to figure out band configuration, what was the best for a ceremony, an orchestra with 8 violins and piano, it was beautiful, the light show was phenomenal, our songs were amazing played, all guests, family, and close friends still commenting about the quality of the band and those vocals, really 5 beautiful voices. . I feel very lucky to have chosen them for our wedding. They are such an amazing group of people. We are so luck to having The Loveday Band at our wedding!!
Thanks, Marcel for everything and also for the band's t-shirts that we received from UPS, we love it. I recommend The Loveday Band for friends and family members, and we hope to use you guys in our new year's eve party.
Mario & Kathy
Response from The Loveday Band on 09/26/2020
Hello Kathy,
What a beautiful words, we were very happy for the opportunity to perform on ...
your wedding, we are glad you and Mario are happy with the service,
about your New Year's Eve, of course, its gonna be a pleasure :)
Marcel & Band
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