Work With The Most Personalized San Francisco Bay Area Wedding Band
It's Your Special Day.
Unleash its Potential.
The Jay Middleton Party Band is a high-energy, high-class party band that works with you to perfect your musical theme & vision for your event, with custom & personalized touches.
After singing in over 1,000 weddings with other top SF Bay party bands, Jay Middleton founded JMPB to give couples "direct bandleader access" so they could fully unleash the emotional musical potential of their wedding day.
Experience Matters.
This part might seem obvious, but experience matters. You only get one shot to get it perfect for your special day and you need the support of an experienced professional to ensure it goes to plan.
This includes curating the entire event's music throughout each stage of the day - and always having the right song for each memorable moment.
Jay has performed at over 1,000 weddings over two decades with SF party band All Star Jukebox & other top local bands like Pop Fiction, Boombox SF and many more - serving as lead vocalist, band leader & co-owner.
The JMPB has a huge songbook with songs across all genres & eras - something to please every party guest regardless of age or musical taste
Jay only works with the best: his bands are always filled with world-class musicians who have worked with many of the top artists in the biz.
Let's Make It Unforgettable.
How do you do that?
Through "Personalization" via a "Direct Bandleader Partnership". Share your musical vision with Jay and he will personalize it & bring it to life for you.
Personalization: Creative ideas to help you personalize your wedding ceremony & reception music.
Responsive & Easy To Work With: Easy to reach & available to meet anytime.
Calm Under Fire: Jay has experienced almost everything that could happen at a wedding and is ready with solutions for any issues that might arise.
Professionalism: Jay is bringing the same professionalism, rigor & attention to detail from his 15 years as a Director in Silicon Valley to his wedding band planning processes & client partnerships.
Unforgettable Voice.
Unforgettable Experience.
Jay is not your typical wedding singer. He's also had critically-acclaimed success with his original music and has written songs & performed with many famous artists.
Two singles from his latest album charted in the Top40 in 2024.
First round 2024 Grammy nomination for Best Pop Single & Best Pop Album.
Carl Wheeler (Toni, Tone, Tone + Frankie Beverly & Maze) produced Jay's latest album.
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"Jay Middleton is a timeless performer. It’s rare to find an artist with such a memorable singular voice...once you hear him you will find him instantly recognizable and unforgettable."
- Charley Lochtefeld, Owner, Club Fox, Redwood City, CA
"We tossed you all kinds of audibles and you gracefully rocked thru it all. Letting Leo on the mic for “I Was Made For Loving You” was a life highlight for him, and many others! It was 10,000% more special than I ever even imagined. I’m truly grateful for the personalized service!"
- Ben Mullins, Menlo Circus Club, Wedding client
"He’s a soul singer who gives every ounce of himself...Middleton has enough lung power to carry any tune by himself...his unabashed emotion comes through in every line."
- Garth Thomas, Hollywood Digest
"You guys were awesome and we really appreciated the whole bands’ fun spirit. Great job!!"
- Joel Wine, Peninsula Golf & CC, Palo Alto, CA
"Thank you for your wonderful musicianship….,you were great to work with and the band was fantastic!
- Bob Mullins, Father of the Groom, Wedding Client
"He sounds inspired, brimming with life, and locks into the groove like a master...a percussive and ever soulful vocalist. His ability to change gears from one song to the next while retaining a core sound is one of the strengths of Middleton’s voice."
- Garth Thomas, Hollywood Digest
"We need voices such as his more than ever before...Middleton, despite his many years as an active vocalist, sings like a man reborn."
- Trace Whittaker, The Indie Source
FAQs
common questions / answers...
What does it cost to hire the JMPB?
The JMPB is a very reasonably priced wedding band option. There are many variables for each event such as date, type of event, venue location, performance timing, number of guests, and custom options that affect the price - so Jay only publicly provides pricing ranges, and not exact pricing. For an accurate quote, please contact Jay by scheduling a brief phone meeting appointment or call him at (415) 713-6047. Jay considers his rates very competitive & reasonably priced and he will make every effort to work within your budget.
What do I get when I hire the JMPB?
Hiring the JMPB gets you the full band and instruments, a stage lighting system synched to the music, a full professional sound system and an M.C. to assist you with your event. You will also have access to our wireless microphones for speeches/toasts. We also keep the party going with recorded music during breaks when the band is not performing. Jay will work with you & your wedding planner every step of the way during your many months of planning to ensure your special day is as memorable and perfect as it can be.
Is the JMPB adaptable and easy to work with?
Jay & the JMPB are flexible and responsive and enjoy working with you to customize the best show for your special event. If you’ve got some creative requests, be sure to ask us. Do you need an extra sound system and/or solo piano for the wedding ceremony? We do that. Need jazz instrumental music for dinner or cocktail hour? We do that too - and much more. We are a full-service party band built to handle the musical moments for every part of your special day - and not just the high-energy dance sets. Please let us know what we can do to make your event unforgettable.
What attire does the JMPB wear?
The band is flexible and has a number of costume options available, from black suits w/ties for the guys & gowns for the gals to something fun, funky and appropriate for your event. You can also have a combination of formal and funky looks throughout the evening if desired.
Does the JMPB travel to perform at events outside of the Bay Area?
Yes! Even though The JMPB is based in Northern California, the band has traveled extensively on the West Coast and farther. Jay has contacts in most major cities for instruments, sound and lighting backline. The band’s management takes care of travel arrangements and handles all the details every step of the way to ensure that the show goes off without a hitch.
Your Does the JMPB have band liability insurance?
The JMPB carries a liability insurance policy. If your venue or planner requires insurance, we can have our insurance agent generate a certificate of insurance naming the venue, the date of the event, and additional insured.
Does the JMPB provide sound and lights?
The JMPB will provide a professional sound system and stage lighting for your event. The sound system we supply is always available for you to use for speeches, presentations, and background music throughout your event. The band’s sound engineer will be on hand throughout the night to assist you in any way possible. The JMPB also supplies an iPod with several hours of pre-loaded background music with playlists created for jazz standards, R&B, Disco, 80s, and current club hits that they will gladly play before the band plays and during the breaks. You are also welcome to supply your own device and/or Spotify playlists for us to use.
Do you have a song list?
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Does the JMPB play special song requests?
The JMPB plays songs from all genres and eras and has something for every guest at your event. Jay will work with you ahead of the event to ensure the song list will be best suited for you and your guests’ musical tastes & desires. You can select your favorite songs in advance from the band’s song list and we will make sure to play them. You are also welcome to provide the band with a list of songs to omit from their set list. Thinking of a special song for your first dance? The JMPB has played a variety of requested special dance songs over the years. For each event, the band can learn 2-3 new songs that are not on their song list, but this must be discussed with us prior to the event. Given ample time, we can learn most song requests. If for some reason we cannot accommodate your special requests, we can have the song played on Spotify/iPod before or in between sets.
How can I see the JMPB doing their thing live?
The JMPB has many live videos posted on this website and on their YouTube channel that you can watch and listen to. They also do public live showcases in the SF Bay Area every other month for new clients, and also perform at public festivals and clubs & casinos.
Can you help provide recs for other wedding service providers (planners, photography, videographers, caterers, stages, venues, etc.)?
Yes! Jay has decades of experience working alongside all of the best wedding service vendors in the Bay Area and is happy to share his recommendations with you.