Gator Nation Band

Santa Rosa, CA

$1650 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Gator Nation Band playing Mamou 2 Step

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Gator Nation Band playing Lacassine Special

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Gator Nation Band playing Goin' Back To Louisiana

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Gator Nation Band playing Big Mamou

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Gator Nation Band playing Bosco Stomp

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Overview

Gator Nation Band, formerly known as Gator Beat, the West Coast’s premiere Cajun, Zydeco, and New Orleans R&B band, is a hand-clapping, foot-stomping, high energy concert and dance band. With the same survival instinct as its namesake, Gator Nation continues to adapt itself to its audiences, always with something fresh yet true to its calling. That calling is to represent the music of South Louisiana in all its forms, Cajun, Zydeco, and New Orleans style. They have the talent and diversity to do so, to express the nuances that define the genres. The result is a remarkable show with so much variety and depth that at the end of the it, GNB leaves you happy and hollerin’ “Gimme Some Mo'!"


Reviews

4 reviews

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Gloria W.

June 16, 2018
Verified review

They Made The Party!

I hired this band for my nieces backyard graduation party. The majority of the party guest were 18 or under and I was concerned this style of music might not be a hit with them. WAS I WRONG!! The Kids LOVED them, as did the entire party. Ages ran from age 8 to 80, and the whole party dance, sang and generally loved them. The music made the atmosphere. The band came early for setup, they were professional and very prepared. I felt like we were in the hands of true professionals. Can't wait to have them back again for another fun night, this time for the whole night!

Hired as: Zydeco Band


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Oliver F.

August 2, 2017
Verified review

Great time provided by Gator Nation

You all were fantastic and all 48 of us were provided with a extremely fun time at our family reunion!
Many thanks for the fun afternoon you provided!!
Regards,
Oliver and Susan Flach

Hired as: Cajun Band


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Damien M.

August 12, 2016

The perfect wedding band

When my fiance asked me what kind of band I wanted for our wedding, without hesitation, I said Zydeco! This is the most fun music in existence. Gator Nation Band did not disappoint. They play music you can't help dancing to. The crowd loved the music and the band kept the energy high. I would hire them again in a second. Thanks for helping to make our wedding even more memorable!

Hired as: Cajun Band


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Linda P.

June 13, 2016
Verified review

The best band ever !!!!!

I want to thank Gator Nation for being at our event. Our group included people from France, Switzerland, Hungary, Austria, and Americans from all parts of the United States. Everyone was complimenting me for getting such a wonderful band. They are so much fun and even sing in French. You cannot help but dance, young and old. It was the best time for everyone. I can't wait to hire them again. So much fun

Hired as: Cajun Band, New Orleans Style Entertainment

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Booking information

Price range: $1650 and up

Past booked events

June 2018

15

Friday

Graduation

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Mill Valley, CA

July 2017

29

Saturday

Reunion

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Los Gatos, CA

July 2016

02

Saturday

Wedding Reception

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Sebastopol, CA

June 2016

12

Sunday

Convention/Trade Show

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Sonoma, CA

June 2015

07

Sunday

Holiday Party (Other)

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Jenner, CA

November 2014

15

Saturday

Fundraiser

8:30pm - 10:30pm

San Jose, CA

Team

Willard Blackwell Manager
Catherina Alvillar Service Agent

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