D&F Band

Waldorf, MD

$1,200–$2,200

Travels up to 30 miles

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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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Booking information

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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