- Orange County, CA
- Steel Drum Band
- $225.00-$1800.00
Scarlett R. said
“Exactly what we were looking for! ”
Island Voyage / Steel Drum Band
Overview
Island Voyage is a unique steel drum band that captures the mood of the tropics with the exciting sounds and rhythms of the Caribbean. Available for parties, weddings, corporate events; solo, or any size group. Playing all the styles Caribbean, Calypso, Soca, Reggae, and Beach. Island Voyage offers the best island music in Los Angeles and specializes in making people happy by creating memories that will last a lifetime…
Reviews
19 reviews
Kristal
August 18, 2025Bakersfield birthday
Hired the band for my daughter’s 1st birthday. It was so gteat to have fun music and entertainment for the guests. Even the kiddos got yo participate during one song. The adults played limbo. It was a great time. Thank you
Hired as: Steel Drum Player
Tiaan W.
August 29, 2024Very Nice
did a great job, music was great and a nice guy
Hired as: Steel Drum Player
Glenn G.
August 21, 2024Fantastic & Magical
Island Voyage/Steel Drum Band complimented out theme - Barbados. The sounds and music are just marvelous and perfect. Our guests were complimenting its vibe and energy, while the performer was quite fun and engaging. BIG THANK YOU for creating magic and memories!
Hired as: Steel Drum Player
Island Voyage / Steel Drum Band
Thanks, Glenn, It was a great honor and a joy to help you help Barbados... All The Best, Richard
Rita M.
August 5, 2024A Hit with Everyone!
Richard was amazing! He was communicative and reliable. We enjoyed every moment of his performance, and he interacted with guests in a very genuine way. He was so accommodating to our needs and made the event a success. The limbo contest was the cherry on top, and the students absolutely loved him. We will absolutely be booking him again!
Hired as: Steel Drum Player
Island Voyage / Steel Drum Band
Thank you Rita! It was a total pleasure performing for everyone.
They were so curious about the steel drum and they also enjoyed trying to play it. :)
It was an extra pleasure to play for my Alma Mater...
All The Best, Richard
Camelia P.
May 19, 2024Exactly what the party needed!
Richard was wonderful- totally set the ambiance for the party and was prepared with musical toys for the kiddos
Hired as: Steel Drum Player
Island Voyage / Steel Drum Band
Thanks, Camelia
Penelope was great! She danced, played every game, went swimming, had water gun fights, and tried all the food. You and Bela in the Baby Shark outfits were off the charts, especially when you both jumped in the pool! The Best Party of 2024.
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
What to expect
We play all the feel good music; Caribbean, Calypso, Soca, Reggae and a variety classic party songs.
About
Leader, Richard has performed in over 40 countries all over the world including Trinidad, the home of the steel drum. With over 6000 performances, Richard has developed the art of entertaining everyone. From quiet cocktail or dinner music to getting everyone dancing, singing and having a great time.
I Have learned from performing with some of the best: Lou Rawls, Taj Mahal, Chuck Mangione, Horace Silver, Tommy Castro, Emil Richards to name a few.
2005 I performed with Robert Greenidge (Jimmy Buffett’s steel drummer) on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise.
Services offered
Past booked events
June 2026
05
Friday
House Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Thousand Oaks, CA
April 2026
25
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
12:30pm - 1:30pm
•
Santa Monica, CA
11
Saturday
Grand Opening
11:00am - 2:00pm
•
Chino, CA
October 2025
10
Friday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Santa Barbara, CA
September 2025
12
Friday
Fundraiser
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
San Juan Capistrano, CA
August 2025
16
Saturday
Festival
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
March 2025
15
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
3:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Bakersfield, CA
August 2024
27
Tuesday
Corporate Event
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Newport Beach, CA
17
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
8:30am - 9:15am
•
Los Angeles, CA
July 2024
26
Friday
Campus Event
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Los Angeles, CA
May 2024
31
Friday
Cocktail Party
3:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Santa Ana, CA
18
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Pasadena, CA
10
Friday
Personal Occasion
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
El Segundo, CA
July 2023
29
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
San Gabriel, CA
November 2022
12
Saturday
Birthday Party
1:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Newport Beach, CA
October 2022
08
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Nipomo, CA
August 2022
13
Saturday
House Party
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Dana Point, CA
August 2021
14
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
4:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Mission Viejo, CA
June 2021
26
Saturday
Religious Celebration
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Redlands, CA
May 2021
30
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Santa Barbara, CA
27
Thursday
Virtual Event
5:00pm - 5:15pm
•
Los Angeles, CA
October 2020
24
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Corona, CA
June 2020
20
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Los Angeles, CA
April 2018
28
Saturday
Wedding Reception
1:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Exeter, CA
June 2016
25
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
2:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Upland, CA
November 2015
07
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Visalia, CA
October 2015
24
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
1:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Bakersfield, CA
June 2015
06
Saturday
Graduation
3:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Thousand Oaks, CA
Set list
CALYPSO:
Brown Skin Gal
Day-O
Everything’s Alright
Helena
Hot,Hot, Hot
I Dream Of Jeannie
Jamaica Farewell
Jump In The Line
Limbo Rock
Lime In The Coconut
Marianne
Matilda
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da
Roti-Ray
St. Thomas
Sugar Boom Boom
Under The Sea
Yellow Bird
REGGAE:
Don’t Worry Be Happy
I Can’t Help Falling In Love
I Shot The Sheriff
Is This Love
Jammin’
Johnny B Good
No Women, No Cry
One Love
Pass The Dutchie
Red Red Wine
Seventh Wave
Stir It Up
Sweet
The Lion Sleep Tonight
Three Little Birds
Waiting In Vain
VARIETY:
Brown Eyed Girl
Girl From Ipanema
Green Onions
Guantanamera
I Can See Clearly Now
In The Mood
La Bamba
Margaritaville
Moondance
Oye Como Va
Pipeline
Stand By Me
Sunny
Surfin’ USA
Sweet Home Alabama
Tequila
Under The Boardwalk
Wipeout
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