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The Ones and Twos

The Ones and Twos

Dexter, MI

$3,500-10,000

Travels up to 400 miles

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The Ones and Twos – Michigan’s Premier Live Music Experience

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Meet The Ones and Twos

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The Ones and Twos Deliver Music Magic: Meet Brendon & Sarah

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Bride and Groom so happy for their first dance played by The Ones and Twos

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James Hughes, Saxophonist for The Ones and Twos

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The light is just right for this barn wedding in Michigan

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Graham Rockwood playing bass at the Plymouth Michigan Summer festival

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John and Brendon play ceremony music at Castle Farms in Charlevoix Michigan

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A father walks his daughter down the aisle at a wedding ceremony in Charlevoix Michigan

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Groom reading his vows

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Fancy cocktails

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Love is in the air. The Ones and Twos play love songs!

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We're married! Let's party in Michigan

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Elegant cocktail hour party

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The groom is weightless on his wedding day!

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The life of the party!

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Everyone will dance when The Ones and Twos play for your wedding!

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Time flies during a wedding reception up north Michigan

Overview

The Ones and Twos are a professional 9-piece Motown/Dance cover band based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. They specialize in providing music services for weddings and private events, including ceremony music, cocktail hour jazz, MC duties, DJ services, microphone and lighting rentals, and after-dinner dance party music. The band takes advance requests and strives to keep the dance floor packed all night. The Ones and Twos are dedicated to providing excellent service and ensuring every event is special.


Reviews

30 reviews

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Justine A.

November 3, 2024

The Ones and Twos are by far one of the best event bands I've ever had the pleasure of dancing to! The next time we throw this event we will just advertise it as "A Ones and Twos Show" and I'm sure it'll have more pull as they were the most memorable aspect of our fundraiser!! So wonderful, people were dancing in their seats!

Hired as: Cover Band, Dance Band, Funk Band, Motown Group, Soul Band, Top 40 Band, Wedding Band

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Justine,

The event was so much fun. It was our pleasure to be included in your celebration!

-The Ones and Twos-


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Brian C.

October 8, 2024

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! This band ROCKS!!! We had the pleasure of The One's and Two's playing our wedding in August. The experience with Brendon and the rest of the band was professional & organized, but also fun & collaborative. Going into my search for a band, I was very specific about the vibe I was seeking for our big day. I spent months searching for bands, scouring the internet, watching Youtube videos, and leveraging all of the websites designed to help users find entertainment. probably listened to close to 60 bands. After all of this, I finally found the perfect fit that was The One's and Two's. I can say unequivocally, that they are the best and it wasnt even close. The equipment they use, the talent of the musicians, the range of the vocalists, the scope of their music library, everything was first class. I had even asked them to learn a couple songs that were not a part of their library and the were happy to accommodate.

The final thing I want to mention because I think it is important, is that on the day of the event, there were a few hiccups that arose on our side that could have easily thrown them out of their groove but it did not. They were gracious, and accommodating, ensuring that our special day remained as stress free as possible.

Hired as: Wedding Band


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Blake B.

August 29, 2023

Brandon and the Ones & Twos played our wedding, and they set the vibe in the BEST possible way- They played some jazz in a quartet for the cocktail hour and then put together the full band for the reception. The dance floor was full from start to finish! These guys and gals are pros, have a very polished and professional sound in everything they do. It was a pleasure working with them, and I would recommend them to ANYONE who wants a live band at their wedding. 11/10

Hired as: 1940s Era Entertainment, 1950s Era Entertainment, 1970s Era Entertainment, 1980s Era Entertainment, 1990s Era Entertainment, 2000s Era Entertainment, Classic Rock Band, Cover Band, Dance Band, Jazz Band, Motown Group, R&B Group, Soul Band, Top 40 Band, Wedding Band

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Ali and Blake. Thank you! What a party!


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Billie R.

January 30, 2024

The Ones and Twos went above and beyond to make our wedding day memorable. Brendon was a calm in the storm when we had to make last minute changes to our ceremony. From ceremony music, being our MC, accommodating our daughter singing, to killer reception music, the Ones and Twos nailed every aspect!

Hired as: Dance Band, Funk Band, Jazz Band, Wedding Band

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Thank you so much Billie and Stephen! It was an honor to help with your special day.

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E. C.

October 27, 2022

We had them for our wedding in Roscommon MI Sept 24th 2022. They were in my opinion the best wedding band I've ever seen or heard. All of our guest made a comment on how amazing they were and how fun they were. Many people said, thats the best band ive ever seen at a wedding. What a great group of people. Cannot recommend the enough! So easy to work with during stressful times.

Hired as: Wedding Band

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Booking information

Price range: $3,500-10,000

Languages: English, Spanish

Gig length: 30 - 720 minutes

What to expect

What you can expect:

Concierge Planning: Unlimited planning sessions to cover every detail and support you at every turn.

Custom Packages: Flexible band sizes, horn section, and enhancements to fit your event and venue.

Professional Production: Premium sound, lighting options, and a polished presentation that elevates any occasion.

Reliability: Early arrival, smooth setup, vendor collaboration, and fully insured professionals.

Travel-Ready: Based near Ann Arbor/Detroit, available throughout Michigan and the Midwest.

About

The Ones and Twos — Premier Live Entertainment for Every Celebration

The Ones and Twos bring high-energy, top-tier live music to weddings, corporate events, galas, fundraisers, private parties, and festivals across Michigan and the Midwest. Our powerhouse ensemble (customizable lineup with dynamic vocalists, rhythm section, and optional horn section—sax, trumpet, trombone) is known for electrifying performances, seamless flow, and a stress-free planning experience from first hello to last song.

We tailor every performance to your vision and event. From cocktail hours and corporate receptions to full-scale dance parties, we curate the perfect set list spanning Motown, pop, R&B, funk, soul, classics, and today’s hits. We can learn special requests, provide tasteful MC services, and ensure continuous music with pro break playlists so the energy never dips.

Whether you’re planning a wedding, gala, corporate event, fundraiser, private party, or community festival, The Ones and Twos deliver an unforgettable experience your guests will talk about for years.

Additional booking notes

The Ones and Twos require:
About 2 to 2 1/2 hours for setup at most events.
Two dedicated circuits for power and lighting.
Parking near the load-in area at no additional cost.
To be fed the same meal as other guests.
A stage approximately 20x20.
Lodging for 10 people with 5 hotel rooms with 10 beds for events over 2 hours from Ann Arbor, Michigan, at no extra cost. Airbnb is also acceptable if there are individual beds for talent.

Team

Brendon Lally Guitar, Bass, Vocals
John Patrick Piano, Keyboards, Vocals
Graham Rockwood Bass, Vocals
Jimmy Smith Trumpet
David Bigham Vocals, Percussion
James Hughes Saxophone, Percussion, Keyboards
JC Simmons Singer
JaNae Fox Singer
Sarah Price Singer
Matt Martinez Trombone
John Herold A/V engineer
Myron Bailey Drums
Turhan Terrell Piano, Keyboards

Set list

Every event is unique, and so is every performance. We never play the same setlist twice — each one is customized to your musical preferences. We’ll learn and perform your favorite songs, and even tailor the break playlists, ensuring the music feels like it was made just for you.

Influences and inspiration

Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, Etta James, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Charles Mingus, The Four Tops, Whitney Houston, Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake, Queen, AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, Aretha Franklin and more!

Setup requirements

Stage dimensions approximately 20 x 20

Two dedicated circuits to power equipment