Matt Shockley
- Laguna Niguel, CA
- Singing Guitarist
- 14 Verified Bookings
Yessica N. said “Matt was amazing! He has excellent communication skills. He is super friendly and just completely amazing! Everyone at our event enjoyed and loved his…”
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Acoustic music: Covers, Folk, Singer-Songwriter
I am thrilled to write a highly positive review for By the Lee! My partner and I recently had the pleasure of working with Peter and Lauren , and we were blown away by their performance.
From the very beginning, it was clear that By the Lee were not just any ordinary musicians. They took the time to get to know us and understand our musical tastes and preferences, and they worked with us to create a customized playlist for our wedding ceremony and reception.
On the day of our wedding, By the Lee's performance was simply breathtaking. Their beautiful and soulful music set the perfect tone for our ceremony, and we received countless compliments from our guests about how wonderful they sounded.
What really impressed us about By the Lee was their versatility. They seamlessly transitioned from playing our requested wedding ceremony music to more contemporary songs during our reception. We had guests coming up to us during the reception saying "this band is so cool!"
Throughout the entire process, By the Lee were incredibly professional, responsive, and easy to work with. They truly went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding day was unforgettable, and we cannot thank them enough.
Overall, we cannot recommend By the Lee highly enough! If you're looking for talented and versatile wedding ceremony musicians who will help make your day truly special, this is the group to choose. Thank you, By the Lee, for the incredible memories!
Lauren and Pete played at our wedding ceremony, and they made the atmosphere so wonderful and perfect. Their communication was excellent, and on the day they were prepared and calm, and just nailed the vibe we were looking for. We had selected a few songs for our ceremony, but there were some blank spots that we just weren’t sure about - we had trouble picking a song for the bride’s processional, definitely the most important musical moment! We wanted something meaningful but not too somber. They were able to give us some great suggestions to choose from, which was so great. After our short (outdoor) ceremony, the day was so nice that our guests continued to hang out on the lawn for a few minutes, and Lauren and Pete read the room and did a few more minutes riffing on our ending song, just to make everyone comfortable. It was lovely. Highly recommend them! Thank you both!
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you so much, Jen! It was a great day all around and at such a beautiful and unique venue. Thank you so much for letting us be a part of it! All our best to you two.
Lauren and Pete are awesome musicians, as well as great people. They were very patient as I asked them a ton of annoying questions in the lead up to the wedding. They are very professional and responsive. And then they topped it off by adding a few new songs to their repertoire, per our request, to set the stage for our ceremony and reception perfectly. Lauren has a beautiful voice! They are awesome! Could not have asked for a better band.
Response from By the Lee:
Hi Ben, Thank you so much for your kind words. It was such a pleasure working with you both...so easy and not annoying at all :) We really appreciate the review and wish you both the best!
We hired By the Lee for our ceremony and cocktail hour and they absolutely crushed it! It was an amazing feeling to hear the songs we had selected being played as our ceremony started and the execution was nothing short of perfect. Such a perfect choice for our outdoor Lyons wedding. Thanks, Pete & Lauren!
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you so much, Lizzie! We were honored to be part of your special day!
Lauren and Pete are incredible musicians and whose music brought our whole wedding celebration together and transformed the ceremony and cocktail hour space. It was magical. They even learned two of our favorite songs to play! Not only was their music incredible, but they were great communicators with us as well as with our day-of coordinator, officiants, and venue. They even helped us figure out sound for our ceremony. We are so grateful for them and would recommend them in a heartbeat!
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you, Lane! We were so happy to be part of your special day.
BY THE LEE played for my daughter's wedding. Lauren and Peter truly create beautiful and memorable music together! Lauren's voice is incredible! They were professional, responsive & kind. They even learned a new song a few weeks before the wedding and performed it beautifully! I highly recommend them! You won't regret!
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you, Ona!
By the Lee has an amazing folk sound and is the perfect music for an outdoor wedding venue! Lauren was incredibly responsive and communicative with all of our changing plans and questions. We asked them to learn two new songs for the couple's dance and Father/Daughter dance and the songs sounded like they've been played for years! I can't express enough by gratitude for this band and highly recommend hiring them for your wedding and reception!
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you so much, Keith. It was a pleasure working with you and being a part of Hannah and Henry's wedding day!
We received many compliments from our neighbors for having "By the Lee" perform at our neighborhood BBQ. Lauren and Peter were fantastic! They're talented musicians and selected all the right songs for our gathering. I highly recommend them and will hopefully have them perform for us again.
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you, Erica! We really enjoyed working with you. Until next time :)
We loved having Lauren and Peter play at our wedding. Their music was perfect for the barn setting that we had for the wedding. They were also incredibly flexible as we booked them only two weeks before the wedding. We had been holding out for the perfect band and they were it! Very thankful to have gotten to work with them.
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you so much for the kind words. You and Cade were also a pleasure to work with. Thank you for having us at your wedding!
By The Lee provided a few hours of acoustic music at our annual outdoor neighborhood potluck. They were easy people to work with. Beautiful talent in an idyllic setting!
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you, Kelly. We enjoyed playing at your neighborhood picnic. It was a lovely setting, indeed!
By the Lee has played our venue once and is scheduled again soon. We love the music and the performers. They have a deep playlist including many of their own songs and play very well to the crowd. The lead singer, Lauren Stoval, has a beautiful voice and Pete Sharp can play a variety of instruments with obvious skill and verve.
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you, Greg, for the kind review.
We look forward to playing at Redgarden Restaurant and Brewery again soon!
All our best,
Lauren and Peter
As a wedding planner, I have worked with Lauren and Pete on a number of weddings. They are the perfect duo! Lauren's incredible voice and her professionalism are both 10/10. If you're looking for an amazing musical experience to elevate your day, look no further than By The Lee!
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you, Alaina! We look forward to working with Root and Gather again soon.
All the best to you and your team,
Lauren and Pete
You will not believe your ears when you hear By the Lee. Hauntingly deep and spiritually uplifting. There is a joy to the voice and a depth that takes you on the journey with them. This duo is beyond professional, passionate and talented. They cannot be missed and will add so much to your event.
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you so much, Mikki. It was wonderful working with you as well! We look forward to our next event together in September!
All the best,
Lauren and Peter
Lauren and Pete are two of the easiest musicians I’ve had the pleasure of working with. They are fantastic about coordinating details without sending a sea of unnecessary information. What’s more, their acoustic folksy sounds will pull you in, make you swoon, and long for simpler times.
Response from By the Lee:
Thank you, Jean-Luc. It was a pleasure working with you as well. Look forward to doing it again!
Until next time, all the best,
Lauren and Pete
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 30 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
By The Lee provides acoustic music, old and new, with the idea of enhancing the atmosphere of parties and weddings alike.
We can be as mellow or upbeat as needed. If a larger sound is wanted, we can bring other band members along to create a party-like atmosphere. We play many instrumentals and we sing songs that feature strong harmonies and melodies. For a concert vibe, we insert humorous banter in between songs and for a background music vibe, we are happy to hang back away from the spotlight and let the party carry itself.
From the creators of the beloved, award-winning band, The Railsplitters, comes Pete and Lauren’s newest project,
By The Lee.
Mixing singer-songwriter vibes with rootsy acoustic stylings,
By the Lee has created a space where familiar pop melodies mix with grassroots spirit, resulting in a brand of music you can sing along to.
Innovative and original, with inspiration picked up from playing venues and festivals around the globe, you’ll find comfort in Lauren’s soothing voice,
energy in Pete’s mandolin playing, and this precise yet delicate combination will leave you wanting to listen to these songs on repeat.
Inspired by a shared love of music, travel, and the California beaches they call home,
By the Lee is excited to share this more intimate brand of music with you.
They are guaranteed to make a memorable addition to your upcoming wedding, corporate or private event whether it's in the
Colorado foothills or the greater San Diego area.
Depending on the setup that is needed for each individual event, we can provide as much or as little sound gear as needed. We don't require any lighting. Our set up is generally very simple.
Peter Sharpe | Owner/Member/Musician |
Lauren Stovall | Owner/Member/Musician |
Our influences include the following:
Maggie Rogers
Marin Morris
Kasey Musgraves
Manchester Orchestra
Gregory Alan Isakov
Neil Young
Stevie Wonder
Brandi Carlisle
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