The Residents Band

The Residents

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They made our wedding so special- probably the number one thing we complimented on the entire day!!

Maggie N.

5.0

The Residents were a 10/10 in every way! From ease of communication to adjusting the fine details of our setlist to exactly fit the vibe of our reception, they absolutely delivered the atmosphere of our dreams. I would book them over and over again!

Carrie B.

5.0

Blake Payne

OWNER

AWARD WINNER

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Based out of Greenville, SC, The Residents Band are an event band that performs for weddings and other celebrations. The band members love making music, but are focused on helping you and your loved ones make memories together. Your party is their priority as they provide a wide range of musical genres and seamless professionalism. The Residents understand that your important day involves a lot of preparation. They will work closely with you to help bring your vision to life. This band includes bass, percussion, guitar, keyboard, saxophone, and vocals. Whether you prefer Motown or dance, country or pop, this band will curate the sound for your perfect event. The Residents offers music to fit your special occasion, such as rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies, receptions, and more. They can provide live music, MC services, and sound equipment. This band seeks to create an entertainment experience that is truly memorable.

Black-owned Business

6+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

Details

Instruments

Bass

Guitar

Keyboard

Percussion

Saxophone

Vocals

Music Genres

Country

Dance

Pop

R&B

Rock

Music Services

Live Music

MC Services

Sound Equipment

Wedding Activities

Rehearsals & Parties

Wedding

Ceremony

Reception

Awards and Affiliations

2022 'Best of Weddings'

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Meet the team

Blake Payne

Owner

My name is Blake Payne and I am lead singer and co-owner of the Residents. I am married with 2 beautiful daughters and an amazing wife. I believe in marriage and love celebrating marriage. I would love to talk with you about celebrating yours!

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Maggie N

They made our wedding so special- probably the number one thing we complimented on the entire day!!

Carrie B

The Residents were a 10/10 in every way! From ease of communication to adjusting the fine details of our setlist to exactly fit the vibe of our reception, they absolutely delivered...

the atmosphere of our dreams. I would book them over and over again!

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Kate G

Going with the Residents for our band was the absolute best vendor choice we made!! Friends had recommended them to us and we had seen them play at weddings and we were sold on the...

m from the get go, and at our wedding it was better than we could've possibly asked for! The dance floor was on FIRE all night and there was not one single song that didn't hit. They did such an incredible job gauging the audience to see what song to play next, and we loved every choice they made. Communication with the residents throughout wedding planning was very easy and very relaxed and they were truly just so awesome to work with. You will not make a mistake booking the residents if you want to have the best time ever at your wedding!!!!

Cathy A

The Residents Band absolutely MADE our Friday night! We hired The Residents Band to play at our daughter Caroline and son-in-law Daniel’s welcome party the night before their weddi...

ng, and I honestly could not have imagined a better choice. From the moment they started playing, the energy in the room was incredible. They had nearly everyone on their feet—dancing, singing, and having an absolute blast! They were incredibly talented, engaging, and so much fun, and they knew exactly how to keep the party going. They sang “Happy Birthday” to our good friend and officiant, and then got the bride up and sang “Sweet Caroline” to her. It was the highlight of the night! What could have simply been a welcome party turned into one of the most memorable nights of our entire wedding weekend. Our family and friends are still talking about how much fun they had! The Residents Band didn’t just provide the music—they created the atmosphere and made the night unforgettable. They were everything we could have hoped for and more. A huge thank-you to their manager, Megan, and every member of The Residents Band, especially Richie and singers Sydney and Joey, for helping us kick off Caroline and Daniel’s wedding weekend in such an incredible way. We are so grateful, and we would recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for an amazing band for their event. You will not be disappointed!

Hudson T

The Residents were amazing! They were very flexible and were ready to answer a million questions to make us feel comfortable with all the arrangements. They were extremely prepared...

and Blake is a great host who kept the energy going throughout the reception. We could not have picked a better band!

Barianne T

My husband and I booked The Residents Band for our wedding reception and they went above and beyond to make it AMAZING!! It was the best dance party we could have asked for. Their ...

setlist was SO fun and had all of our guests up dancing for hours. We would relive it over and over if we could!! I also wanted to note: their professionalism and punctuality was something I never even had to think about. They had everything running and set up and ready to go, and I never had to worry about a thing. Very thankful for them! Best choice we could have made for our wedding day!!

Parker A

This band is super fun. They get the crowd into it, and they play great music. Perfect for any Wedding venue or large group gathering. Their keys player is a beast.

Brady B

From my first interaction with the Residents, I knew it was going to be an amazing experience. They were highly responsive and very helpful in answering all my questions. I knew I ...

needed great entertainment for my event and thankfully I got that and much more from The Residents. It's easy to find great musicians, it's hard to find amazing people. You are getting both of those things when you book this band. They are team players and very flexible to work with. Thank you to The Residents for making all events an experience that I will never forget.

Ryan F

The Residents absolutely killed it at our wedding! They picked out the entire music set & reviewed with us a few days prior and MC'd the reception ceremony. It's been almost 2 year...

s since our wedding and people still talk about how awesome the live music was. We would use them again no questions asked!

Audrey W

The Residents were incredible to work with! It rained on our reception outside in a field, and the Residents were flexible, adaptable, professional, and so kind and easy to work wi...

th. They still made it happen and pulled off a great dance party with awesome music! Would totally recommend - they are the BEST!!

Preston B

I've known and worked alongside these guys for years, they're genuine, down-to-earth, and great folks, who also come prepared and deliver the high-energy and professional experienc...

e you want from a wedding band.

Lauren M

I saw them at a wedding I went to and they were great! Had a lot of great bops to dance to. The energy was great and I loved the set list. It had a great range of old classics and ...

new hits. 10/10

Kate H

This band - wow, I really cannot recommend them enough. Every single member of this group is professional yet personable, flexible, energetic, and 100% committed to making our wedd...

ing experience so special. Having a live band was a dream we didn't think we could have at our wedding. But the affordability of the Residents was just what we needed. This group is incredibly thorough in knowing what they need to do for your special day - so whether that means figuring out what spot in the venue they will set up, the best time to arrive, etc., the Residents are quickly on it! It took so much pressure off my shoulders during wedding planning to know that I can trust The Residents to know what to do, where to be, and to be incredible. When I look back at my wedding, The Residents were easily one of my favorite aspects of it.

Spenser P

This band is amazing! Some of the most talented musicians in the upstate with an eye and ear for music and entertainment. They are professional, helpful, flexible, and a lot of fu...

n. The Residents provide a great atmosphere and an equally great performance. If you’re looking for a band that will make your wedding a blast and want people involved who care about making your wedding great, this is your wedding band.

Carly B

This band is just so talented, so much fun, and brings the best energy! You can tell that they are having so much fun playing, and the way they interact with people on the dance fl...

oor just puts them over the top. I have seen them play at a few weddings and events and they are so great about adapting to what the couple/ client wants.

Blake F

Great entertainment for the night. Has a variety of styles of music and they all sound great. They bring a lot of energy! Also their music is clean which is a plus.

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(704) 524-9645

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