Nashville's Most Fun Entertainment Provider!
Nashville, Alabama, Kentucky, & Beyond!
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Derek and Adam
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AWARD WINNER (3X)
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Based in Nashville, Tennessee, The Nashville Band is a premier cover band that specializes in providing live entertainment at weddings and events in the Music City. The vocalists and musicians boast over 25 years of experience in the music industry. Over the years, they have performed and worked with some of the biggest names in country and rock. Their goal is to provide an unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones on your special day.
The Nashville Wedding Band is known for its versatility. Whether you are planning an intimate and sophisticated cocktail party or a high-energy, large-scale celebration, they can create the perfect playlist for your event. They strive to create a fun and upbeat atmosphere while keeping your guests on the dance floor all night long.
The Nashville Wedding Band offers a range of packages for you to choose from. Their most comprehensive collection includes a 10-piece band with 5 lead vocalists, professional lighting, and a professional sound system. Before the big day, the team takes the time to get to know you and your vision. They can work closely with you to create the perfect soundtrack to your love story.
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Instruments
Accordion
Bagpipes
Banjo
Bass
Bugle
Cello
Fiddle
Flute
French Horn
Guitar
Harmonica
Harp
Keyboard
Mandolin
Organ
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Steel Drum
Trombone
Trumpet
Ukulele
Viola
Violin
Vocals
Music Genres
African
Arabic
Bluegrass
Bollywood
Caribbean
Celtic
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
EDM
Flamenco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Indian
Jazz
Klezmer
Latin
Mariachi
Persian
Polka
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
Derek Hughes
Owner and Founder
Derek Hughes and Adam Clark created ‘The Nashville Band’ in Nashville TN to give their clients an experience of a lifetime. After 25 years of music city experience, performing and working together with some of the biggest names* in Country & Rock, this duo decided to take on a new and exciting journey of establishing a Nashville-based wedding band. With access to some of the best touring musicians and singers in the nation, they were able to compile a band unlike any other to take the wedding experience to the next level.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.028 reviews
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The Nashville Band receives glowing reviews for their exceptional performance at weddings. Reviewers commend the band for keeping the dance floor energized all night with a perfect blend of requested songs and their own style. They are described as professional, talented, and easy to work with, making the planning process seamless. The band's ability to adapt to different situations, learn special songs, and provide a fun atmosphere is highly appreciated by couples and guests, ensuring a memorable and lively wedding experience. Many reviewers enthusiastically recommend The Nashville Band for weddings and other events.Review photos
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Kasey T
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5.0
10/13/2023
We can’t express enough how amazing the Nashville Wedding Band was at our vow renewal! They made our special day even more magical, and we had an absolute blast.
Every member of ...
the band showcased their incredible talent and professionalism. Their intuition to get everyone dancing and having fun was remarkable.
We are still in awe of our dream day, and the Nashville Wedding Band played a vital role in making it perfect. We will cherish those memories forever and are incredibly grateful to them!
Haley Y
5.0
11/29/2025
We are so happy we booked The Nashville Band for our wedding in October 2025! They were so easy to work with and Derek was very communicative and responsive leading up to the event...
. And most importantly, the dance floor was packed all night long! They really took our requests to heart and created the exact vibe that we were hoping for. We requested the usual wedding-style mix of genres and styles, with an extra splash of pop punk throwbacks because that's our personal favorite. The Nashville Band absolutely delivered! We and all our friends were dancing and singing our hearts out all night long, and there was even some crowd surfing at some point. It was exactly the party we had dreamed of. Thank you Nashville Band!!
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Brandie R
5.0
11/14/2025
If we could give these guys a 100 star we absolutely would and cannot recommend them enough! We were fortunate to have them play at our wedding and packaged with their remarkable p...
hotographer, Taylor, the two were an absolute dream come true. The band played exactly what we asked for, sounded amazing, and hosted the entire ceremony to perfection. Working with Derek and Taylor was one the aspects of our wedding we will remember forever, they truly made such a magical impact. Do yourself a favor and choose them if you’re wanting the highest quality humans as well as professionals out there, they truly do go above and beyond!
Charlsey G
5.0
10/09/2025
We absolutely loved having The Nashville Band play at our wedding — they were incredible! They struck the perfect balance between the songs we had specifically requested and their ...
own signature style, keeping the dance floor full all night long. Their energy was infectious, and we received countless compliments from our guests about how amazing the music was. They truly elevated the entire night and made it unforgettable. We couldn’t recommend them more highly!
Emily W
5.0
10/04/2025
I want to sincerely say thank you on behalf of Austin and I as well as our friends and family- We had the most incredible night and your team played a HUGE role in that.
The band r...
eally brought the best energy and vibe throughout the night and they were such a hit with all our guests. Thank you again for letting our family come up on stage and close out the night with Revival- we cannot stop talking about how fun that was.
You all were so amazing to work with and I briefly met Zach and some of the band members on Saturday and just great people all around. Zach also killed it as DJ late night and that was a huge hit.
We couldn't thank you enough for coming to be a part of our special day and for being so nice and easy to work with. I will be recommending you to everyone I know down the road so I hope you get some new customers!
If we ever need a great band down the road for any event, we know who we will be calling.
Jackie C
5.0
9/03/2025
The Nashville Band really took our wedding to the next level! If there was one thing that everyone said was the highlight of our wedding, it was the band. They kept everyone on the...
dance floor all night long and made the wedding feel like our own private Nashville dance party, at the Jersey Shore! If you’re looking for a country/rock band, or just an all around party band - give them a call, you won’t regret it!
Drew F
5.0
8/18/2025
The Nashville Band absolutely crushed it for our wedding! I had so many guests come up to me the next day after the wedding and ask me “who were those guys? How did you find them??...
They were incredible”. If you want to absolutely ensure that your dance floor is jam packed from start to finish I highly recommend booking this band. Derek was great to work with on the contract side, was super responsive, and the band was extremely flexible when it came to having to adapt on the fly (for us that meant adjusting to the thunderstorms that rolled in during the sound check and ceremony!) The band was even willing to learn a couple of songs on request that were special to me and my friends and wife. You won’t go wrong booking the Nashville band - they were professional, extremely talented, and just brought so much energy to our evening. Highly recommend you book this group for your wedding/party as well!
Brad S
5.0
7/17/2025
We absolutely loved working with Derek and the Nashville Band! The entertainment was incredible (dance floor was packed all night) and they made the whole planning process so easy....
Our special night wouldn’t have been the same without them and we’re so grateful!! 100/10 recommend!
Aaron H
5.0
6/12/2025
We had the BEST TIME EVER. Thank you for making our wedding wonderful!
Madison C
5.0
5/31/2025
The Nashville band was so fun!!!! We had so many compliments on them! So talented!
Working with Derek was so easy! From helping us pick out our package, adding a Photo Booth and ...
curating the set list- everything was seamless and our set list was a HIT. They really captured our vibe and met the energy of our family and friends.
Highly recommend them!
Alyssa S
5.0
5/05/2025
We had so much fun with the Nashville Band for our wedding!! Received so many compliments from our guests. Recommend 100%!
Hannah V
5.0
4/18/2025
We could not be happier with our experience! Derek, the owner, went above and beyond every step of the way—he was incredibly helpful and responsive anytime I had a question through...
out the planning process. The band was absolutely amazing and kept the energy up all night—our guests have not stopped talking about how fun the music was! On top of that, Derek also set up the most incredible black & white glam photo booth and even provided light-up cowboy hats that were a huge hit with everyone. It truly made the night feel extra special. And the best part? Everything was so reasonably priced. I cannot recommend them enough!
Gabrielle A
5.0
4/07/2025
Derek and the Nashville Wedding Band in its entirety have absolutely perfected the balance of professionalism and having a good time. Their willingness to listen in the planning s...
tages and then executing our wishes seamlessly on the big day did not go unnoticed. His emcee skills helped the event flow flawlessly and the band had the crowd on the dance floor all night long-- I can't even count the number of times our guests complimented their performance! Thanks to them, our wedding was the best party I've ever been to!
Elizabeth V
5.0
11/02/2024
The Nashville Wedding Band was absolutely phenomenal! From the very start of planning to the big day itself, they went above and beyond. They were incredibly helpful and communicat...
ive, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. Their performances were everything I dreamed of and more — each song was perfectly executed, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about them, even weeks later! One friend even said it was the best wedding band they’d ever seen, and I couldn’t agree more. The Nashville Wedding Band truly made our wedding magical. Highly recommend!
Matt R
5.0
10/18/2024
The Nashville Wedding band did a nice job. From start to finish they made the process very easy. They are very prompt with all their communication and ensure that you are comfortab...
le every step of the way. The sole responsibly we tasked them with for the night was to get our guests out of their seats, and onto the dance floor. The did a wonderful job creating excitement and energy in the room, and kept the floor packed for the entire evening (about 2.5 hours). Don’t be mistaken, this is not just a group of friends that got together and decided to form a wedding band, they are top-notch performers. The were able to play a wide array of music to ensure there’s something for everyone. If there’s one “better if,” they did cut the audio for our first dance a bit short, even though we provided an exact time stamp, however this had no effect on the night whatsoever (no one notices, and we did not care). The lighting and props (cowboy hats) were a very nice touch by the band. In fact, many people wore their cowboy hats out to the bars afterward, and surprisingly, some even brought them back home. We also used them for the audio and quartet for the ceremony, and that was also done very well. Several of our guests expressed their love for the band, and if we had to do it all over again, we’d do nothing different. The biggest thing was they made the night about us, not about them. The Nashville Wedding Band delivered for us, just as I am sure they do for all their clients!
Maggie D
5.0
9/23/2024
I cannot say enough incredible things about our experience with The Nashville Wedding Band. Our guests had the best night and they went above and beyond to make sure our entire wed...
ding was exactly what we envisioned. Thank you SO much!
William F
5.0
9/06/2024
This band was absolutely fantastic. Tight. Great technically. And incredibly fun. We had everyone out on the dance floor the entire night. I would highly recommend them for an...
y event.
They also handled coordination of songs, requirements, preparation unbelievably well. Made it easy for us at the wedding where we had a million moving parts.
A+
Maeze A
5.0
8/20/2024
I could not gave asked for a better band to bring together my entire wedding day. They truly crafted a custom experience for my husband and I, and our people! From my ceremony musi...
c playing 6 different songs with piano and fiddle, to playing fiddle over the top of all of our favorite songs ranging from Dolly to Nelly, to helping us roast our wedding party as they did their grand entrance, and THEN surprising us by learning performing all first dance songs live, every thing they did was flawless. The cowboy hats were just the icing on the cake. I could not recommend them more.
I also went through them to hire a videographer who was so detailed, fun, and easy to work with. I’m sure their product will be just as great as the band!
Shelley H
5.0
8/13/2024
We had The Nashville Wedding Band at our daughter’s wedding there were 300 plus guests and they kept the dance floor rocking for 4 hours. They played outside at her outdoor wedding...
and they sounded amazing. Derek Hughes was very responsive and organized the music part of the evening from introductions to the DJ set list that played while they were on break. If we have the opportunity, we would hire them again. Every musician in the band was professional and fun. We listened to over 30 bands on line and The Nashville Wedding Band stood out it was a great decision to hire them for the wedding.
Amanda V
5.0
7/05/2024
ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND!!!! The Nashville Band was exceptional. It felt like we were on downtown Broadway listening to all of our favorite covers. The musicians were all so incredibly...
talented. You made our day a dream come true 💘
Gracyn H
5.0
6/17/2024
The Nashville Wedding Band delivered an absolutely stellar performance at our wedding, making it an unforgettable celebration. Their remarkable talent and energy had everyone on th...
eir feet, dancing the night away. The band's diverse repertoire catered to all age groups and musical tastes, seamlessly transitioning from classic love songs to contemporary hits. Their professionalism and enthusiasm were evident, creating a lively and joyous atmosphere. Guests are still raving about the incredible music and the vibrant vibe the band brought to the event. The Nashville Wedding Band truly made our special day extraordinary, and we couldn't have asked for a better performance! Thank you!
Sable A
5.0
5/17/2024
We had high expectations for our wedding band, and The Nashville Wedding Band not only met but exceeded those expectations! From the very beginning, their communication was superb,...
with Derek being extremely responsive at all times. The band's professionalism was evident throughout the entire process.
As music enthusiasts, it was crucial for us to have a band that sounded phenomenal, engaged the crowd, and put on an unforgettable performance. The Nashville Wedding Band delivered on all fronts! They had the incredible ability to capture the audience's attention and truly connect with every person in the room. It was amazing to see people of all ages, from our Italian/Canadian relatives to our East Tennessee guests, dancing and having a great time.
What truly impressed us was the band's versatility. They effortlessly catered to the diverse musical tastes of our guests, ensuring that everyone felt included and entertained. The Nashville Wedding Band made our wedding day memorable for each and every guest, and we couldn't be happier with our decision to choose them.
Thank you, Nashville Wedding Band, for making our special day even more incredible!
Darrick L
5.0
7/29/2023
When I say that The Nashville Wedding Band is a top tier, hard working, PARTY MACHINE... I am not over exaggerating. This team went over and above to meet every need I had when it ...
came to our reception. It honestly felt like we had our own personal concert with all of our favorite songs and bands. I can't recommend this experience more for you and your wedding. THANK YOU NASHVILLE WEDDING BAND FOR ROCKING OUT WITH US!!!
Brooke S
5.0
7/28/2023
We loved having The Nashville Wedding Band for our Charleston wedding! I searched for months for the perfect band as it was one of the most important things for our reception to en...
sure everyone had the best time. I looked EVERYWHERE. I wanted a band that could play a little bit of everything, but knew a lot of country music, and that is what I got! They also learned new songs that I knew I wanted played at the wedding. Highly recommend.
MJ M
5.0
7/28/2023
I feel that The Nashville Wedding Band and Derek really set the tone for our wedding. We had some tricky elements we wanted to incorporate into our special day and Derek went above...
and beyond to accommodate all of our requests. It was truly a cooperative effort towards creating the exact environment we were looking to have for our wedding. Derek was always available to talk, and at length I might add. He always made me feel heard and the communication was ideal for our situation. Music at a wedding can go a couple of different ways, but after initially speaking with Derek, I had full faith in him and the band leading up to the big day, and then they completely stuck the landing. I'm still receiving compliments. These are true, serious, musicians who are able to adapt to their environment and read a crowd. My wife and I have some eclectic music tastes, and they have a diverse selection of music that we took complete advantage of. It was such a special day and we couldn't have had a better experience using THE NASHVILLE WEDDING BAND. THANK YOU GUYS! A quick breakdown of events: Italian live band set sung IN ITALIAN. Full band set with fun wedding music. After hours-style DJ accompanied by a trumpet and saxophone freestyling over the set. Not to mention, my wife walked down the aisle to an electric mandolin (yes you read that right), acoustic guitar, steel guitar, and vocals...I mean come on! Absolutely recommended.
William B
5.0
7/28/2023
Great band! People still talk about the great party and the band we had for my daughters wedding. Would def work with them again and highly recommend !
Josée K
5.0
7/28/2023
Amazing and very professional! Hope to see them at more weddings!
Laura C
5.0
7/28/2023
I have attended events with this band and they were wonderful. I loved them so much that I also hired them to do a number of my events. Professional, kind and oh so talented!!
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