Grand Sonic Theory

San Diego, CA

$1500-$15,000

Travels up to 200 miles

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Valerie - Amy Winehouse (Grand Sonic Theory Cover)

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GST - Live

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Victoria

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Wedding Photobooth Fun!

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Had a "Ball" with the Marines!

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70s themed party in La Jolla

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Rockin' the tin off the roof!

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Corporate Party for Qualcomm

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Corporate Party with Air Support!

Overview

Grand Sonic Theory is Southern California's premier dance-rock party band! They are guaranteed to energize ANY event! From corporate functions, weddings, concerts, festivals, fairs, casinos, and private parties, they hit the stage running with nonstop music all night long. Each band member brings their individual style and experience to create a broad spectrum of songs from rock, funk, soul, country, and more! If a song is not on their set list, they'll learn it and customize the show around your event.


Reviews

5 reviews

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Andrew B.

August 18, 2025
Verified review

What an evening - exceeded our expectations by a 1000%.

He didn't just set a mood—he curated the soul of the entire evening, making it absolutely legendary. We were floored. If you closed your eyes, you'd swear you were hearing the raw, melodic genius of Coldplay, the Foo Fighters, Radiohead, and The Cure in their purest acoustic form. It was a masterful, relaxing, and utterly awesome performance—like having an entire festival's worth of headliners in a single, phenomenal artist. Hiring him again is not a question, it's a guarantee.

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Cover Band


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Corina T.

April 12, 2017
Verified review

Got so many compliments

Chris, it was a pleasure communicating with you! The band was great. Many guests commented on how great the band was.

Hired as: 1970s Era Entertainment, 1980s Era Entertainment, 2000s Era Entertainment, Acoustic Band, Classic Rock Band, Dance Band, Party Band, Rock Band, Top 40 Band, Wedding Band


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Brigitte F.

May 10, 2016

You want GST for your party!

Grand Sonic Theory was phenomenal! Outstanding playlist, great musicians, beautiful voices and very entertaining. We had two evenings of parties for clients (total 500 people), and everyone loved this band! People said this was the best party we've had yet. Thank you for doing such a great job!

Hired as: Cover Band, Dance Band, Party Band, Pop Music


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David S.

October 23, 2015

HIRE THIS BAND!! THEY ARE AMAZING!!

We hired Grand Sonic Theory for our wedding reception, and people are still talking about how great they were. They have unbelievable range. They have a male and female lead singer and play top 40/pop/rock/classic rock. All of the songs sound as good or better than the originals. People in the next room actually thought it was a recording of the real bands.

Grand Sonic Theory even learned a song just for us and drove up to LA to play for us. They got everyone out on the dance floor, and our guests couldn't believe we found such am amazing band. They're excellent musicians, great sound, very professional, and helped make our reception a perfect night.

We cannot recommend Grand Sonic Theory enough. They exceeded expectations in every way.

Do yourself a favor and hire them for your event!

Hired as: 1970s Era Entertainment, 1980s Era Entertainment, 2000s Era Entertainment, Acoustic Band, Classic Rock Band, Cover Band, Dance Band, Party Band, Pop Music, Rock Band, Top 40 Band, Wedding Band


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Steohanie W.

March 22, 2015
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Perfect wedding band

Grand sonic theory played for our wedding at a brewery and nailed it in every way. Not only are they a crowd pleasing, talented and fun band but Chris (their front man) was super prompt and easy to communicate and plan with. We also saw them live at the tin roof and they played a great show there as well. The female vocalist is lovely with a wide range from Adele to Stevie nicks. Chris is also a fantastic vocalist. So many of our guests couldn't stop raving and all the band members were so friendly and easy to hang with. Thank you grand sonic theory.

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Beach Music, Dance Band, Party Band, Rock Band, Wedding Band

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Booking information

Price range: $1500-$15,000

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

Insurance: $1,000,000 - General Commercial Liability

About

Grand Sonic Theory is Southern California's premier dance-rock party band!

They are guaranteed to energize ANY event! From corporate functions, weddings, concerts, festivals, fairs, casinos, and private parties, they hit the stage running with nonstop music all night long. Each band member brings their individual style and experience to create a broad spectrum of songs from rock, funk, soul, country, and more! If a song is not on their set list, they'll learn it and customize the show around your event.

Past booked events

August 2025

07

Thursday

Restaurant/Bar Event

4:00pm - 7:00pm

La Jolla, CA

August 2017

12

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:30pm - 10:30pm

San Diego, CA

April 2017

08

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)

Solana Beach, CA

March 2015

20

Friday

Wedding Reception

5:30pm - 9:30pm

Escondido, CA

Team

Victoria Rees Vocals
Chris James Vocals / Guitars
Keith Boone Bass
David Yuter Keyboards
Eric Brisse Drums

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