- New York City, NY
- Singing Guitarist
- Starts at $200
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Todd Nakamura Acoustic
Todd with Jackcool at Rainbow Lakes
50th Birthday Party at Roasted Breadfruit
Performing at Montclair Brewery
Our first performance at Bensi
A fun night with local open mic musicians at the Montclair Brewery.
Todd and Stacy singing at The Roasted Breadfruit Caribbean smokehouse.
Todd and Kyle at Roasted Breadfruit.
Our debut at the Shawnee Brewery.
Overview
I’m an acoustic guitarist and vocalist who delivers dynamic performances across genres—from folk, rock, and pop to blues, alternative, country, indie, and R&B. Whether you're booking entertainment for a private party, corporate event, wedding, bar, or café, I tailor each setlist to suit the crowd and atmosphere.
I also host high-energy, welcoming open mic and karaoke nights that bring people together and keep audiences engaged. With years of live performance and hosting experience, I make sure everyone—from first-timers to seasoned performers—feel right at home.
I'd love to make your next event memorable with high energy live music and good vibes.
Reviews
1 review
Alice T. W.
June 16, 2026Exceptional Entertainment Experience from Start to Finish!
We hired Todd Nakamura for a special event, and honestly, he was one of the best decisions we made for the party.
Todd showed up with an impressive sound system and a great-sounding guitar, and from the moment he started playing, everyone was enjoying themselves. He played a great mix of popular songs, took requests, and really knew how to read the crowd.
One thing we didn't expect was how much fun the karaoke would be! A few brave guests wanted to jump in and sing, and Todd was completely prepared. He seamlessly switched between performing live and running karaoke, which kept everyone entertained all night long.
The sound quality was fantastic. You can tell Todd really knows his stuff when it comes to audio and equipment. Everything sounded clear, balanced, and professional without being too loud or overwhelming.
Just as important, Todd was incredibly easy to work with. He was friendly, accommodating, and had such a positive attitude throughout the entire event. That made a huge difference and took a lot of stress off of us as hosts.
Our guests are still talking about how much fun they had, and Todd was a big part of that. He helped create a really memorable evening, and we wouldn't hesitate to hire him again. Highly recommended!
Hired as: Karaoke DJ, Singing Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: Starts at $200
Languages: English
What to expect
You can expect me to bring all the equipment that's necessary to run a show, as long as you provide the electricity.
The setup consists of a PA system, multiple mics, instruments and a monitor and laptop for karaoke. You can expect your guests to be entertained by a wide variety of music pulled from many genres that's hand picked to best suit your specific event. Guests are encouraged to participate in the show if approved by the host, and requests are absolutely welcome. I can't promise to be able to play every song, but there are a whole lot that I'll try even if I haven't previously done so.
The primary goal is always to make sure that everyone has a great time!
About
Hello!
I'm a lifelong music aficionado who fell in love with live performance via the local open mic scene when we all returned to normal life at the end of the pandemic. There's no greater thrill or more fulfilling activity than hosting a live music event and performing for a group of people who just want to get lost in the moment.
I've hosted many shows via regular gigs around North Jersey including The Montclair Brewery, Roasted Breadfruit Caribbean Grill, Bensi of Denville, Pat's Bar & Grill, Double Tap Brewing and X-Golf of Denville. I've also played at many other venues in NJ, NY and PA, primarily at open mic shows.
I'd love to elevate your next event with my large catalog of live acoustic music covering many genres as well as a fully functioning karaoke setup for people who'd like to be a part of the show!
Services offered
Past booked events
August 2026
18
Tuesday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Bernardsville, NJ
Influences and inspiration
My taste is all over the map, so this list is a bit wild:
The Eagles, Garth Brooks, John Denver, Shaboozey, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Chris Cornell, Chris Stapleton, Adele, Jim Croce, Boyz II Men, Richard Marx, Emeli Sande, Lionel Richie, UB40, Stone Temple Pilots, Lewis Capaldi, Hermes House Band, The Cafe Wha Band, Rihanna, Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, The Black Keys
Setup requirements
A source of electricity
Report Todd Nakamura Acoustic
Singing Guitarist
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