Universal Sound

Cleveland, OH

$150 and up

Travels up to 60 miles

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Allow US to be your entertainment for your event! We specializes in weddings, formals, birthday parties, New Years Celebration, graduations and so much more!

Overview

Universal Sound (US) is more than just a band. We are music experts dedicated to supplying our clients with top-notch service. Here at US, we meet the customer's needs by giving them what they truly want and never asking them to settle for what we have. We are able to do this by joining forces with one of Ohio's top promoting company Bou-Jai Studios (BJS). BJS supplies Us with top performers, many of which are Award Winning Artists who bring years of experience and professionalism to the table at an affordable price. We offer multiple options from a piano soloist to a High energy jazz band! Call Us Today! Ask about price matching.


Reviews

6 reviews

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Sam

September 23, 2015

Delightful & Entertaining

We hired Universal Sound to play jazz music for our award ceremony. We normally just utilize an DJ but since this was an elegant event we wanted it to have a glamorous effect. A friend of mine went out to see a jazz band at blu Jazz located here in Akron, OH and he and his wife absolutely loved their sound and chemistry! So when the phrase "Jazz Band" came up i immediately thought of them and booked them right away! It was last minute (less than a week's notice) but they assured me they would be able to do it. I dont know how, but they somehow lived up to the hype my friends were raving about. They were dressed nice and were highly professional, providing me with a detailed yet easy to read contract with there letterhead. The price was less than any live band I've ever hired and they cleaned up after themselves. I received many inquires about them and I will definitely use them again in the future.

Hired as: Jazz Band


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Kyle W.

August 3, 2015

Best Band In OHIO

This band is dope! I had them play for my HS Graduation party and everyone loved them! The guitar guy was killing it! My parents are booking them for their anniversary party which says a lot because when it comes to music we are usually on different sides lol.

Hired as: Jazz Band, R&B Group


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Christopher

June 22, 2015

PERFECT

Every year, I throw a white party and this year I wanted it to be special so I hired Universal Sound for my live entertainment. I told Jai that I was planning to propose to my girlfriend and I will signal him and the band when I was ready. The plan was for the band to play my girl's favorite song "Earned It' By the Weekend but what I got was so much more! The band was playing the hell out of that song and the crowd was all in! Then the band went into a big build up with the drums driving the beat and suddenly they made a big break and it was silent. This wasn't rehearsed but i took advantage of the opportunity and dropped down to one knee and asked if she would marry me??? SHE SAID YES!!!! And the band picked the song back up and the people was cheering and it was absolutely PERFECT! I still get goosebumps just thinking about it lol. Universal Sound thank you so much for making that night special and memorable for me and my soon to be wife.

Hired as: Jazz Band, R&B Group


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Adam L.

June 22, 2015

New Wave Of Music

I wanted a live band for my upcoming CD "Feels Like Love" but I was already approaching my budget cut off. My classmate told me about a band his friend Jai plays in. I only knew of one Jai that plays in a band but I thought to myself no way that could be the same person because he is like one of the top musicians in town but I decided to asked if this was the same Jai who helped the band One Sound become so popular? He said yes and I immediately asked for his info. Since he is an successful musician, I thought he would be arrogant and stuck up but i was wrong. Jai was super cool and laid back but very professional and you could tell he knew his stuff. He said he was all about helping upcoming musicians and offered his services at an reduced price. We are currently still recording but already, this is the best project I've ever done and I'm so excited and fortunate to have Universal Sound as my musicians. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Hired as: R&B Group


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Becky L.

June 20, 2015

AMAZING!!!!

I was skeptical in using this website because I have never used it before and I was intimidated by all of the different bands to choose from. After growing tired of looking through the profiles of band after band trying to find someone who could provide a nice mixture of music for our 90's party instead of just one genre, I gave up. My son took over where I left off and shortly after he called me into his room and showed me this band. I read their carefully and professionally written profile and thought to myself that talk is cheap! I decided to reach out to them and was invited to a show they were doing that night. The gentleman on the phone said to "come out and tell the doorman Jai invited you". My husband and I agreed but nothing could have prepared us for what we were walking into. The place was packed and people were dancing, laughing and having a good time. The band was amazing! Very interactive and entertaining. We had only planed to stick around for a song or two but ended up staying all night. Jai thanked us for coming out and we hired him on the spot! If you are looking for a great band at a low price you definitely should hire Universal Sound! Thanks Jai!

Hired as: Jazz Band

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Booking information

Price range: $150 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 300 minutes

What to expect

1) Band will arrive 1 hour early to setup and discuss any last minute details with client.
2) Band will be dressed in attire appropriate for event
3) Band will arrive to event location sober and drug free
4) Band will request a 15-30 min break/recession midway through set list.

About

Universal Sound (US) is more than just a band. We are music experts dedicated to suppling our clients with top notch service. On average, most bands covers one to two genres of music which prevents them from serving people with multiple needs. Here at US we meet the customer's need by giving them what they truly want and never ask them to settle for what we have. If we don't have what you need or if there are schedule conflicts we will do the work for you and find someone/band equivalent to do the job so that you can relax knowing that all is taken care of. We are able to do this by joining forces with one of Ohio's top promoting company Bou-Jai Studios (BJS). BJS supplies US with top performers, many in which are Award Winning Artists who bring years of experience and professionalism to the table at an affordable price. We offer multiple options, so if you need a soloist to play saxophone or piano at a banquet CALL US! Or if you're looking for a jazzy trio to add class to your event, CALL US! Even if you need a band that can play multiple tunes and genres, and you're tired of looking around for expensive, inexperienced, low-grade musicians, stop what you're doing and call US today!
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Additional booking notes

Band will provide instruments and amps if needed.
Client is to provide any extra equipment such as monitors, table, lights, stage, tent (if needed), etc

Past booked events

May 2026

10

Sunday

Holiday Party

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Chagrin Falls, OH

Set list

Jazz

Strausburg St Denis - Roy hargrove

So What - Miles Davis

There Will Never Be Anther You - Harry Warren

Nostalgia in Times Square - Charles Mingus

All of me - Seymour Simons

In A Sentimental Mood - Duke Ellington

Misty - Johnny Mathis

Universal Grove - Universal Sound

Three - Nicholas Payton

Seven - Nicholas Payton

Katrina’s Eyes - Christian Scott

R&b

Ribbon In The Sky - Fruition

Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder

Earned It - Weekend

September - Earth, Wind, Fire

Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran

Loyal - Chris Brown

Say Goodbye - Chris Brown

I Know What Love’s All About- Anthony Hamilton

Cant’t Let Go - Anthony Hamilton

Pop

Love Never Felt So Good - Michael Jackson

Rock With You - Michael Jackson

Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars

Shake It Off - Taylor Swift

Stay With Me - Sam Smith

Party In The USA - Miley Cyrus

And More...

Influences and inspiration

Earth Wind and Fire, Boys 2 Men, Chris Brown, Big Band, Jazz, W. Houston, Simple Plan, many more

Setup requirements

Small table, eating area (if needed)

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