- Washington, DC
- Motown Group
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Overview
Donny & Friends is a seasoned 6-piece live band that brings energy, harmony, and heart to every event. With both male and female lead vocals, tight musicianship, and decades of combined experience, we perform a wide range of favorites—jazz, Motown, disco, classic rock, R&B, and dance hits from every era.
We’re perfect for weddings, parties, ballroom dances, senior celebrations, and corporate events. Our setup includes full sound equipment, optional DJ music during breaks, and a professional team that shows up early, ready to make your night unforgettable.
Let us take care of the music so you can enjoy the moment.
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Price range: $1,200–$2,200
Languages: English, Filipino Tagalog
Gig length: 120 - 240 minutes
What to expect
When you hire Donny & Friends, you can expect a smooth, stress-free entertainment experience from start to finish. We arrive early, come fully equipped with our own sound system, and bring a polished, high-energy performance tailored to your event.
Our setlist includes a wide variety of music—from jazz and Motown to pop, rock, and dance hits—so there's something for everyone to enjoy. We also offer DJ music between live sets to keep your event flowing without interruption.
We're respectful, easy to communicate with, and take pride in delivering a show that gets your guests smiling, dancing, and talking about the night long after it's over. Whether you're planning a wedding, ballroom dance, corporate event, or private party, you can count on us to bring professionalism, great music, and a fun, memorable vibe.
About
Donny & Friends is a professional 6-piece live band with a passion for making music that brings people together. With both male and female lead vocals, rich harmonies, and decades of combined experience, we deliver high-energy performances and timeless songs that everyone loves.
Our setlist includes a wide mix of styles—jazz standards, Motown, disco, R&B, pop, rock, and dance hits from the '60s to today. Whether it’s a wedding, birthday, ballroom dance, senior celebration, or corporate event, we tailor our music to fit the crowd and keep the good vibes flowing.
We bring our own sound system, offer DJ music between sets, and provide optional emcee and video services. Our band includes retired U.S. veterans and professional musicians dedicated to delivering a smooth, fun, and classy experience for all audiences.
Let Donny & Friends help make your event unforgettable—with music that moves hearts and feet!
Additional booking notes
We are a self-contained 6-piece band and provide our own professional sound system, microphones, monitors, and basic lighting. For optimal performance and safety, we kindly request the following:
Performance Space:
Minimum stage or floor space of 16 ft wide x 10 ft deep
Clean, level, and covered area for outdoor performances (if applicable)
Access to nearby parking for equipment loading
Power Requirements:
At least 2 separate 15–20 amp circuits (standard household outlets) near the stage area
Power source should be within 25 feet of the performance space
Lighting:
We provide basic stage and DJ lighting
Additional venue lighting (if needed) should be discussed in advance
Setup Time:
We require 90–120 minutes for setup and soundcheck before guests arrive
30–45 minutes needed for teardown after the event
Optional Add-ons (if selected):
Space for DJ table (if using DJ music between sets)
Table or platform for emcee (if included)
Secure access for video/audio recording setup (if requested)
Services offered
Set list
Classic Jazz & Standards
Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra
Blue Bayou – Linda Ronstadt
Just the Way You Are – Billy Joel
Crazy – Patsy Cline
L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole
Motown & Soul
Superstition – Stevie Wonder
Chain of Fools – Aretha Franklin
Let’s Stay Together – Al Green
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch) – Four Tops
Disco & Funk Favorites
I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor
September – Earth, Wind & Fire
Play That Funky Music – Wild Cherry
Dancing Queen – ABBA
We Are Family – Sister Sledge
Classic Rock & Pop
Smooth – Santana
Open Arms – Journey
Just the Two of Us – Bill Withers
Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton
Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond
Modern Soul & Dance
If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys
Treasure – Bruno Mars
Let’s Get Loud – Jennifer Lopez
Can’t Stop the Feeling – Justin Timberlake
Uptown Funk – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Specialty / Line Dance / Party Medleys
Electric Slide
Cha-Cha Medley (Selena, freestyle)
Disco Medley (ABBA, Bee Gees)
Tagalog/OPM classics available upon request
Influences and inspiration
Donny & Friends is inspired by a wide variety of legendary artists across genres and decades. Our musical roots come from the timeless grooves of Earth, Wind & Fire, the soul of Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin, and the smooth vibes of Frank Sinatra and Patsy Cline.
We’re also shaped by the rock energy of Journey, Santana, and Billy Joel, the disco flair of ABBA and Bee Gees, and the modern soul-pop of Bruno Mars and Alicia Keys.
Our goal is to honor these influences while bringing our own style, heart, and harmony to every performance.
Setup requirements
We provide all instruments, microphones, cables, and sound gear. We kindly ask the client or venue to provide the following: 🔌 Power & Access: (2) 15–20 amp grounded power outlets (standard wall outlets) Outlets should be within 25 feet of the stage/per
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