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New York is two markets in one. The city anchors a deep wedding, gala, and corporate calendar across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Hudson Valley; upstate runs on a strong winery, casino, and festival circuit from the Finger Lakes through the Capital Region and out to Buffalo. Acts here regularly carry city-grade advance paperwork — insurance, COIs, union compliance where applicable — and are comfortable with tight load-ins, freight elevators, and curfew clocks. MZ is the booking agency on the back end. One team handles the hold, the offer, the contract, the advance, and the day-of — transparent pricing and a fast quote turnaround.

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Almost Selena

Tribute to Selena

New profilePublished May 2019
New York, NY
2000's and newer90's

Selena is a tribute to the Queen of Tejano music, Selena Quintanilla, who tragically lost her life too soon in 1995 at the age of 23 shortly after a breakthrough Grammy win. This show is a vibrant and exciting eruption of the musical talent that was Selena. Almost Selena is more than a show - it's an experience! One of the closest Selena Quintanilla tribute shows in North America. 100% authentic in the sound, the look, and the clothing.

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Big Eyed Phish

Tribute to Dave Matthews Band

New profilePublished Mar 2019
Rochester, NY
2000's and newer90's
A Tribute To Dave Mathews Band

Big Eyed Phish is the only regionally touring full 7-piece Dave Matthews Tribute in the country and are based out of Rochester, NY. In the 8 years they have been performing together, they have grown to become a highly sought-after headlining act for festivals, resorts, casinos, and live music venues. The band is lead by frontman Brandon Depaul, the founder of the former DMB Tribute: Tripping Billies. He is backed up by a great band of truly professional musicians and is the only DMB Tribute that can claim to have a full time lead guitar and keyboard player. This allows them to be the only accurate DMB Tribute in the country able to cover the full spectrum of the DMB catalog throughout the lineup changes seen in the Dave Matthews Band.

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Dancing Dream

Tribute to ABBA

New profilePublished Jul 2018
New York, NY
70's80's

DANCING DREAM: The Tribute to ABBA, the greatest pop supergroup from Sweden, electrifies audiences of all ages with the best hits "Mamma Mia", "Dancing Queen", "Take a Chance", "Fernando", and many more. The New York City based touring tribute act was founded by two European singers Halina Ulatowski and Agnes Jawien in 2009 in hopes of transporting nostalgic audiences back to the happy and groovy times of the '70s.

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Desert Highway

Tribute to The Eagles

New profilePublished Apr 2019
New York, NY
70'sClassic Rock

Since its formation, Desert Highway - "A Tribute to The Eagles" - continues to captivate and entertain major audiences. They attribute this achievement by performing a non-stop journey via numerous radio hits, top ten singles, and album favorites. Both musically and visually, they present a raw energy of excitement and sound of the Eagles. Desert Highway is a passionate group of six talented professionals of studio and concert tour veterans with major recording artists, who together perform 'live' the inspired rich vocal harmonies and intricate guitar styles made famous by this legendary group. The Eagles are arguably the quintessential American band whose combined influences of both rock and country music into a unique voice that provided the soundtrack of a generation. Since the 70's they have sold more than 120 million albums, earning five U.S. number one singles and six Grammy Awards. From the country inspired "Take It Easy" to the soaring guitar layered rock anthem "Hotel California" to the provocative edge of destruction lyricism "Life In The Fast Lane." Desert Highway - "A Tribute to The Eagles" - channels the music of this legendary band that to this day, continues to resonate with long-time and new found fans of all ages.

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Don Jovi

Tribute to Bon Jovi

New profilePublished Jul 2023
West Babylon, NY
80's90's
A Bon Jovi Tribute Band

Don Jovi is an exciting one-of-a-kind Bon Jovi concert performance. A fantastic recreation of one of the most popular rock bands to date. Don Chaffin gives a remarkable resemblance to Don Jovi as well as capturing the signature sound of his vocal style. Each member brings its own unique sound and style to the band, giving you a complete high energy performance that will blow your mind!

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Eminescence

Tribute to Evanescence

New profilePublished Nov 2023
Sound Beach, NY
2000's and newer90's

Formed in 2022, Eminescence is the only Evanescence tribute on Long Island and is the only group privileged to boast the powerful vocals/piano of Emi Pellegrino. Pellegrino – who was voted "Best Singer on Long Island" in 2020 after being nominated three years in a row – is a certified voice teacher who maintains a YouTube following of 52,000+ subscribers and growing. An exceptionally talented singer, Emi is joined by a band with years of live experience under their belt. Consisting of guitarist Johnny Inferno, bassist Tom Schinkel (of The Reptiles), and drummer Nick Bavaro, Emi's band is prepared to send any audience on a trip down memory lane. Evanescence was larger than life in the 2000's, selling millions of records and outshining even the brightest of pop stars. Their music, like the Grammy award-winning "Bring Me To Life" and the certified platinum "Call Me When You're Sober" found its way into the hearts of many and it's almost impossible to resist belting out the band's classics at emo night. Evanescence is still played by 8,240,000 people monthly to this day and has amassed billions of views on YouTube.

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Lady Supreme

Tribute to Diana Ross

New profilePublished Nov 2023
Long Island, NY
60's70's

Lady Supreme: A Diana Ross Experience​ Deanna Carroll is a renowned singer/songwriter with a rich soulful voice and dynamic stage presence. She recorded vocals for jazz saxophonist Paula Atherton and British singer Joss Stone, performed live on TV backing Vitamin C and sung back-up for Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Little Anthony and Darlene Love among many others. She also fronts her own funk dance band, Jetstream, is part of The Chiclettes (a tribute group to female artists through the decades) and is a backing vocalist for Bobby Wilson in his tribute to his late father, Jackie Wilson.

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Larger Than Life

Tribute to Boy Bands

New profilePublished Mar 2023
New York, NY
2000's and newer90's
A Boy Band Tribute

Larger Than Life is known for the "The Ultimate Boyband Tribute" which started in New York and has taken the country by storm. This is the only act of it’s kind featuring actual boyband singing, dancing, costumes and that pop look. Larger Than Life will take you back in time with the biggest 90s Party since the Backstreet Boys shut down Times Square.

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Pat Farrell & Cold Spring Harbor Band

Tribute to Billy Joel

New profilePublished May 2019
Long Island, NY
70's80's

The Cold Spring Harbor Band (named after Billy Joel's first Solo Album) is lead by vocalist/pianist: Pat Farrell a six time Grammy contender, voting member of NARAS (Grammy Awards) and has recorded his solo album "I GOT NO PLACE TO BE" with Billy Joel Band members, Richie Cannata (saxophone), Mark Wood (violin), Ozzie Melendez (trombone) and Barry Danielian (trumpet). The Cold Spring Harbor Band members include: Tom Staab - Lead Guitar; Steve Siracusa- Lead Guitar; Paul Tuthill - Alto/Baritone Saxophone, Percussion and Backing Vocals; Nick Cangemi - Drums and Percussion; Peter Salvato - Bass and Backing Vocals; Robert Goebel - Synthesizer, Guitar, Percussion and Backing Vocals.The Cold Spring Harbor Band is one of New York's most recent Billy Joel Tribute Bands that performs an entertaining "Billy Joel Tribute Show" accompanied by lights, professional backdrop, show programs, slide show of unique and rare Billy Joel photo's, and a full PA/stage set up including a portable Grand Piano.

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Playing Dead

Tribute to Grateful Dead

New profilePublished Sep 2023
Long Island, NY
60's70's
Tribute to the Grateful Dead

Playing Dead is a Grateful Dead tribute featuring former members of Dark Star Orchestra, Slipknot!, and Uncle John's Band. Their marathon sets feature music and jams from the entire Grateful Dead catalog. Playing Dead faithfully recreates the experience of a live Grateful Dead concert. The music of The Grateful Dead is a complex stew of different styles of music including rock, blues, jazz, folk, bluegrass and more. Their improvisational style and large repertoire guaranteed that every musical performance would be unique. Every Playing Dead show is equally unique featuring different set lists each night and exciting improvisational jams.

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Shadows Of The 60's

Tribute to The Temptations

New profilePublished Jan 2025
New York, NY
50's60's

Shadows of the 60’s Straight from the heart of New York, Shadows of the 60’s delivers an unforgettable tribute to the timeless music of The Temptations. This dynamic act authentically recreates the soulful harmonies, smooth choreography, and electrifying energy that defined Motown's golden era.

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Sticky Sweet

Tribute to Def Leppard

New profilePublished Aug 2023
Holbrook, NY
80's90's

Sticky Sweet is New York's Definitive Def Leppard tribute band. With all the sounds and visuals you have only seen or heard with the real Def Leppard. Sticky Sweet is made of of 5 musicians with tons of stage/touring and recording experience, playing everywhere from the Sunset Strip, to all the best NY venues. If you are looking for the closest thing to the real Def Leppard, Sticky Sweet is who you need!

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The Rave Ons

Tribute to Buddy Holly

5.0(2)Published Apr 2019
New York, NY
1950's50's

Todd Meredith & The Rave-Ons are a high energy rock and roll band originally formed to revitalize the music of Buddy Holly and the Crickets. They produce and star in two different Buddy Holly tribute shows as well as a 50's and 60's rock and roll tribute. For concerts, they have over a hundred and fifty early rock and roll tunes in their repertoire. They have played together all over the world, dazzling audiences at such venues as:

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The Selena Experience

Tribute to Selena

New profilePublished Apr 2023
Manhattan, NY
80's90's

As a young Colombian/American girl, Genessa’s musical influences varied from Gwen Stefani to Mariah Carey. It wasn’t until the discovery of Selena Quintanilla did Genessa finally see a bit of herself looking back through the television screen. Her admiration and love of Selena began in the early 90’s and only grew stronger once the Latina Icon was murdered. Selena’s style, stage presence and music then became a religion for young Genessa. The foundation was laid and as the years went by, she built upon her musical style. Genessa has toured the nation as a member of an all-girl pop group named 3rd Faze, she has appeared on American Idol, It's Showtime at the Apollo, fronted many popular New York cover bands, and is featured as background vocalist for UK pop artist, Cheryl Cole's album, "3 Words."

New York buyer FAQ

What does a New York band typically cost?
Budgets vary by act profile, production, and venue tier. City galas and high-end weddings scale higher than upstate corporate dates. Send the date, the venue, and a target budget and we will come back with two or three New York-based acts that fit.
How far ahead should I book?
Peak Saturday wedding dates (May–October) in the city and Hudson Valley fill 9–14 months out. Upstate festival mainstage holds typically lock 6–12 months ahead. Corporate dates inside 90 days are workable on most weeknights.
Will the band cover both the city and upstate in a single weekend?
Most NY-based bands cover the city and Hudson Valley in a day-of drive. Capital Region, Finger Lakes, Buffalo, and Rochester typically need an overnight; we will line-item travel and lodging on the quote so the contract is clean.
What about COI and venue paperwork?
City venues, hotels, and event spaces in NY almost always require a Certificate of Insurance naming the venue as additional insured. Every band on our roster carries this — we route the COI request between your venue and the artist on the advance so it lands before load-in.

Need help narrowing the shortlist? Tell us the date, the venue, and a target budget — our booking team will source the match in New York and quote it fast.