Cory Allen Staats

When you hire Cory Allen Staats for your event—whether it's a wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, restaurant set, or private gathering—you get a polished, professional solo acoustic performance that's warm, engaging, and perfectly tailored to the moment.Expect crystal-clear, high-quality audio no matter the venue size or type. As a professional live sound engineer (with years of experience running sound for events, bands, and more), Cory brings his own reliable, top-tier setup to ensure every note and lyric comes through beautifully—balanced, immersive, and free of feedback or muddiness, even in tricky rooms. You'll hear your favorite songs covered faithfully and skillfully: soulful acoustic renditions of romantic ballads, timeless classics, upbeat crowd-pleasers, and hits that fit your vibe, plus selections from Cory's original positive pop/singer-songwriter catalog when it suits the energy. He reads the room, takes requests where possible, and keeps the flow seamless—relaxed background vibes for dinners/cocktails, heartfelt emotion for ceremonies/first dances, or lively interaction for receptions. Visually, Cory always shows up looking sharp and appropriate for your dress code—professional yet approachable, blending in while standing out as the focal point of great music. You get reliability (on-time setup/teardown, flexible with timelines), low-stress execution (no need to micromanage sound), and a performer who elevates the atmosphere without overpowering conversations or stealing the spotlight. The result? Guests leave raving about the music, and your event feels effortlessly special.

Cory Allen Staats is a Berklee College of Music graduate (Bachelor of Music in Film Scoring and Songwriting) and a passionate acoustic guitarist and singer based in the Boston area. Music has been a lifelong calling—he grew up on California's central coast before his family moved to the Northeast during high school. A brochure for Berklee's "Summer Sax Weekend" sparked his interest, leading him to enroll and discover a deep love for songwriting and performance after initially aiming for music production and engineering.Over the years, Cory has immersed himself in every side of music: writing originals, performing live, teaching, recording, and even running live sound. His style fuses west-coast pop energy with east-coast jam-band spirit—positive, uplifting tunes delivered with chill, heartfelt vibes. He blends his own singer-songwriter originals (like tracks from his 2016 EP and singles such as "The One I Love," "Take Off," "Circles," and "All the Things") with soulful acoustic covers of romantic ballads, timeless classics, and crowd-pleasing (link hidden)ry has shared his music through platforms like YouTube (where he posts originals, covers, live sessions, and mash-ups), Spotify, Bandcamp, and live streams. He's performed in iconic Boston spots, including Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and contributed to film scoring projects (like silent film accompaniments at Berklee events). His sound aims to create cozy, emotional connections—fans often say his music makes your ears "reach down and hug your heart."Today, he focuses on bringing that warm, engaging energy to weddings (ceremonies, cocktail hours, receptions), private events, restaurant gigs, and intimate gatherings across New England. Clients appreciate his personalized sets, flexibility with requests, professional reliability, and approachable style that elevates any occasion without overpowering it.Whether it's a romantic first dance, relaxed background music for dinner, or an uplifting set tailored to your vibe, Cory delivers a soundtrack that's genuine, memorable, and perfectly tuned to the moment.

For most situations, all that is required is access to power. Preferably 15-20amp dedicated circuit, or at least no electrically noisy appliances like a refrigerator.
For remote locations, like a wedding ceremony on the beach, I have a portable battery that can supply power for up to 3 hours.
Preferred stage is in the 10'x10' ball park. However, depending on venue and event, I can fit into a surprisingly compact area.