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Makes U Wanna

Makes U Wanna

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4.96 
(12 reviews)
  • Acton, MA
  • Dance Band
  • Travels up to 60 miles
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Overview

Makes U Wanna is a 6 piece, high-energy band playing hits from the 60s-90's that will make you wanna dance and sing along. We are seasoned musicians who love playing together and we share our positive, inviting vibes with our audiences. We play hits from B-52s, Prince, Talking Heads, The Commitments, ABBA among others. We'd love to play for your event or party!


12 Reviews

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Lisa • August 3, 2023

Makes U Wanna Rocks in Every Way!

After seeing their show at Dirigible Brewing, we booked Makes U Wanna for our “summer backyard party”. Michael came to our house to scope out outdoor setup and create a foul-weather plan. When the weather forecast surprised us (it was late July!) by turning fierce just hours before the party, the band collaborated with us to find a way to take the party and the music indoors. While it rained outside, Makes U Wanna rocked the house and the crowd of 70 crammed into it! Every band member was positive, friendly, adaptable, and fully enrolled in making the party memorable. Their tune selection was fantastic, execution stellar, and, yes, they made us wanna dance, and dance we did. Every post-party thank you note from a guest mentioned the band with high praise. Thanks, Makes U Wanna – we highly recommend!
Lee Slade & Lisa Oldham, Boxborough

Hired as:
Dance Band
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Richard F. • October 30, 2022

Fantastic Sound and Energy

Dance floor was filled all night with people loving the chance to dance.

Hired as:
Cover Band, Party Band, Dance Band
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Meg A. • October 4, 2022

Outstanding band! So much fun!

I hosted Makes U Wanna for our town’s annual Porchfest and they were amazing! So friendly and easygoing and the music is so much fun! They played two sets and easily had the biggest crowd out of all of the bands. Their fun music and great energy quite literally had people dancing in the streets. I can’t say enough good things about this awesome band! Highly recommend!

Hired as:
Cover Band, Party Band, Dance Band
Small thumbnail image for reviewer Lisa C. W.
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Lisa C. W. • March 28, 2022

Great party band

Makes You Wanna performed for me at an outdoor party. They performed from an outdoor amphitheater. Everyone had a great time watching the band perform. Some folks danced, but most simply watched the band because they were so good it was more like a concert. The set was also fun with lots of lights, and a tight series of songs. The music was uniformly fantastic with loads of energy and soul. At the end, a few guests joined the band and sang with them, which was fun. I received many rave reviews from guests in the weeks following the party, and plan to book them again for another party.

Hired as:
Party Band
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Janet F. • March 27, 2022

Sooo fun!

Makes U Wanna made the night for my sister’s milestone birthday party! They were so talented, fun and very professional! They have what it takes to make an occasion memorable and they even take the time to look the part with cool outfits! What can I say - they are rockstars! Highly recommend!

Hired as:
Dance Band
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Carol W. • March 27, 2022

Makes U Wanna brings the party!

Makes U Wanna gets everyone out on the dance floor! If you want to get people moving and grooving at your next event this is the band for you. They are talented musicians that blend perfectly together, are extremely professional in their presentation and are super fun. They made my birthday party of 80 guests get on their feet or sing along from their seat. My family and friends were wowed by how much they enjoyed the band, everyone is calling to let me know that Makes U Wanna was the highlight of a great event. They receive my highest recommendation for a stellar dance party band. You will not find a better band to get the party started with a repertoire that goes all night.

Hired as:
Dance Band
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Kimberly B. • January 28, 2022

Made us all wanna dance!

Makes U Wanna played for Porchfest in West Concord and drew the largest crowd we saw that day. They have such a great happy energy! They clearly love playing together and the group is really tight. As promised, their music really makes you want to dance, and there were numbers of people twirling and weaving through the group. We love this band!

Hired as:
Party Band
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Response from Makes U Wanna:

Thanks so much, Kimberly! The picture you paint is exactly what we saw from the stage, and we so enjoyed the response from the audience. We can't wait for next year's Porchfest to do it again.

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St • December 13, 2021

Great group!

We had so much fun with this band at a party.

Hired as:
Party Band
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Emily S. • December 13, 2021

Totally danceable

Fun dancy songs that you know and sing along too!

Hired as:
Dance Band
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Amir V. • December 9, 2021

A happy crowd dancing in the street!

Makes U Wanna played a lively and fun set during our recent West Concord porchfest. Soon, neighbors and the strolling crowd of old and young, adults and children began to dance. It made up for a lively and lovely scene. With rhythms and catchy tunes, they brought the party on!

Hired as:
Dance Band
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Ruth T. • December 6, 2021

outstanding

They were the opening band to perform at our annual Oktoberfest event. Extremely helpful with setting up, Their music was a perfect way to start our event. We were impressed with the quality of the music. Loads of fun to listen to. Planning and communication were smooth, and they showed up on time!!

Hired as:
Party Band, Dance Band
Small thumbnail image for reviewer Nancy L.
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Nancy L. • December 6, 2021

Makes U Wanna Makes U Wanna DANCE!

Makes U Wanna played for an outdoor celebration event we had at our condominium complex this Summer. They played so many fun songs, and people were singing along and dancing. The band members are obviously having a blast playing together and their energy makes you want to have fun with them. They set up and cleared out all their own sound equipment and left the place clean and clear, no damage. Great music, fun people, easy to work with… I would highly recommend them.

Hired as:
Dance Band

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Gig Length: 60 - 210 minutes

Languages: English, Spanish

What to Expect

Introducing Makes U Wanna: Elevating Your Celebrations with Unforgettable Music!

For the past four years, Makes U Wanna has been a shining star in the vibrant Boston music scene, setting the stage on fire with our electrifying performances. We are a dance band that has one mission: to make your special occasions unforgettable. Whether it's a wedding, birthday party, retirement celebration, or any event that calls for dancing, we are the 6-person band that brings the grooves from the 1970s to the 1990s back to life.

Our journey began with a shared passion for music and a dream to create a band that not only plays music but crafts experiences that resonate with our audience. Today, we are proud to have achieved this vision, bringing joy and entertainment to events throughout the greater Boston area.

Our Repertoire:
At Makes U Wanna, we specialize in upbeat, danceable hits that span the decades of the 1970s through the 1990s. From the disco anthems of the '70s to the pop and funk classics of the '80s and '90s, our extensive repertoire caters to diverse musical tastes, ensuring everyone at your event finds their groove on the dance floor. Our expertly curated song list is designed to keep the party going, making every moment a memorable one.

Why Choose Makes U Wanna:
- Unmatched Energy: Our band's infectious energy is the driving force behind our unforgettable performances. We pour our hearts and souls into every note we play, creating a dynamic atmosphere that gets everyone moving.
- Top-Notch Musicianship: Makes U Wanna is composed of a group of seasoned musicians, each a virtuoso in their own right. Our instrumental and vocal talent shines through in every song we perform, delivering a high-quality sound that's second to none.
- Professionalism: We take pride in our professionalism, ensuring that every aspect of your event runs smoothly. From soundcheck to the final encore, we handle all the technical and logistical details, so you can relax and enjoy the festivities.
- Dancefloor-Packing Performances: Our ability to engage the crowd and keep them dancing is unparalleled. Makes U Wanna has the magic touch when it comes to transforming any space into a pulsating dancefloor.

Book Makes U Wanna Today:
If you're seeking a dance band that knows how to make your event come alive, Makes U Wanna is the ultimate choice. Let us take your celebration to the next level, leaving you with unforgettable memories and a dancefloor filled with smiling faces.

Contact us today to secure your booking and discuss how Makes U Wanna can turn your wedding, birthday party, retirement party, and more into an unforgettable music-filled extravaganza. Don't miss the chance to experience the joy and excitement that Makes U Wanna brings to every performance. Get ready to dance the night away with us!

About

Makes U Wanna band members are seasoned performers who love playing together and inviting their audiences to have a great time. Among the accomplishments of our members: sought after vocal instruction, write and perform on a multi-thousand selling CD of original music for kids, playing in a touring band that traveled the US, multi-instrumentalist leading original bands for over 10 years, playwright of a musical performed in community theatre. The band makes the most of their talents and grouping, specializing in songs that feature 2 strong female singers, multi-instrumental arrangements, as well as funky and syncopated beats.

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Set List

Here is a partial list of songs that we often play at our gigs:
Play That Funky Music
Lady Marmalade
Life During Wartime
I'm a Believer
And She Was
Super Freak
Love Shack
Take Me to the River
I Want You Back
Pump It Up
Time Warp
Hard to Handle
Superstition
Kiss
Roam

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