7 Piece: 3 Lead Vocalists (2 male, 1 female), Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keys. Available Add-Ons: 1-3 Horns, DJ.
Papa-Sol is a powerhouse 7-piece band performing pop and soul with a bit of funk, reggae, country, blues, jazz, beach, and good ole rock & roll thrown in.
Having danced from coast to coast and around the world to countries like Japan, Thailand, South Korea, The Philippines, and Guam, Papa-Sol is well-seasoned and ready to take the stage by storm at any event of any size. With the ability to add up to 3 horns to their core band, Papa-Sol is flexible and ready to party at weddings, galas, corporate events, and more.
Papa-Sol is one of the top-requested bands in the Southeast, and their incredible energy and diverse repertoire make that no surprise. Grab your dancing shoes and hit the stage with Papa-Sol at your next event!
Entertainment so memorable that hundreds of people are still cheering from the stands.
"yesterday was THE BEST, you all are insanely talented!! Everyone just kept raving about how amazing you sounded, and how fun the reception was!! We knew you’d be great but we were literally blown away. Thank you for making our wedding the best day...
- Caroline D.
(Sep 14, 2024)
Shyrod and Papa Sol was an incredible band to work with as a planner. The whole band was kind, fun and were team players. The crowd was on the dance floor for the whole night. I would recommend Papa Sol to any of my clients. They really crushed it!...
- David Black
Event Planner
(Sep 01, 2024)
"Papa Sol ROCKS another incredible evening with us! Such professionals from A-Z! We look forward to having them back again! Highly recommend! "...
- LeAnne R.
Manager
(Aug 09, 2024)
Papa Sol was amazing! Everyone had the BEST time. They were so interactive with the guests and knew how to read the room very well. No one wanted to leave. Thank you so much for making our wedding one of the most fun events and one we will never forg...
- Amanda B.
(Jul 20, 2024)
WOW!!! The ultimate party band! Papa Sol was amazing for our wedding reception! So much talent & energy. I loved how interactive they were with the crowd, especially the bride&groom & wedding party!! They kept the dance floor rocking from start to fi...
- Kimberly S.
(Jun 22, 2024)
"Papa Sol was nothing but perfection, the reception was a blast because of them! They brought the energy and guests won't stop raving about how amazing they were. We can't thank them enough for traveling to Florida and putting on a show. People remai...
- Katie L.
(May 18, 2024)
We had such a wonderful time. By far the best band and wedding dance floor experience I've ever seen! We have gotten so many compliments on how incredible Papa Sol was. ...
- Amy W.
(Apr 14, 2024)
Papa Sol was absolutely amazing!!!! From the very first song to the end of the night, the dance floor was packed. They were awesome singers, musicians and dancers! Several guests have asked me for their information, and I will definitely send them yo...
- Amy R.
(Apr 13, 2024)
They were amazing!!! We had the BEST time and everyone has been raving about the band! Please let Shyrod and the team know we loved them! Thanks for all your help...
- Suzanna H.
(Mar 16, 2024)
The Band exceeded all expectations! They were wonderful. Everyone knew that I had recommended the Band so they came up to me all night telling me how great they were. ...
- Judy T.
(Mar 02, 2024)
They did great! Everyone had a really great time. Thank you so much as always. ...
- Holly C.
(Mar 01, 2024)
There were absolutely INCREDIBLE! Everyone raved about them. I can’t say enough great things. Looking forward to working with them (and you) more in the future!...
- Mariah B.
(Sep 23, 2023)
Great Experience! Very Fun High Energy team of professionals. Our party had a fabulous time and Shyrod and Team are amazing folks. Thank you, for a real good time!!!...
- Ray F.
(Sep 03, 2023)
Working closely with EastCoast Entertainment is always such a pleasure as Ellie and Jim simply go above and beyond and you can tell that they always take great pride in their work! Most recently, I had the absolute pleasure of working alongside P...
- Nicole L.
(Jul 01, 2023)
Papa Sol was phenomenal! I don’t think I left the dance floor once all night and all my friends and family all RAVED about them. Totally obsessed with them....
- Hilary M.
(May 20, 2023)
Papa Sol was phenomenal! I don’t think I left the dance floor once all night and all my friends and family all RAVED about them. Totally obsessed with them. ...
- Hilary M.
(May 20, 2023)
We absolutely LOVED them! They were SO fun and got the crowd involved! We had so many guests come up to us and tell they were the best band that they’ve ever seen! They were so easy to get first dances set up with and Shyrod is so accommodating and...
- Taylor M.
(May 06, 2023)
Papa Sol was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Our guests absolutely raved about Papa Sol and we had the best time. They brought SO much energy and were so interactive. It was absolutely perfect and we would choose them 100 times over. No complaints at all and ext...
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(Apr 29, 2023)
Thank you SO much for all of your help. Papa Sol was INCREDIBLE and made our night. It all went so smoothly and I couldn't have asked for an easier process. Thank you so much!!...
- Maggie F.
(Apr 29, 2023)
They were amazing. Just sad we didn't have more time with them. They were so nice and lovely to work with and everyone had so much fun with them. Thank you so much for all of your help with the planning. We were so pleased!...
- Jennifer K.
(Apr 21, 2023)
They were amazing!!!! We so enjoyed them, and they did everything so seamlessly. Would highly recommend to other clients....
- Saralee A.
(Mar 18, 2023)
They were amazing!!!! We so enjoyed them and they did everything so seamlessly. Would highly recommend to other clients. ...
- Saralee A.
(Mar 18, 2023)
I have got to tell you how INCREDIBLE YOU AND YOUR BAND WERE!!!!! The interaction with the crowd, the dancing, bringing people up on stage, everything you did was what we hoped for x1000!!!! the amount of people that came up and asked for your c...
- Maddy and Nick
(Oct 08, 2022)
Shyrod, I am on my honeymoon and everyone told me NOT to check email or bring my computer…. BUT I have got to tell you how INCREDIBLE YOU AND YOUR BAND WERE!!!!! The interaction with the crowd, the dancing, bringing people up on stage, everythi...
- Maddy R.
(Oct 08, 2022)
I thought Papa Sol was FANTASTIC! They got all of our guests out on the dance floor and were so engaging with the bride and groom! Even the bride’s Grammie (with a recent hip replacement) and the grooms 84-year-old great Aunt got out there and just...
- Elizabeth S.
(Jun 11, 2022)
I thought Papa Sol was FANTASTIC! They got all of our guests out on the dance floor and were so engaging with the bride and groom! Even the bride’s Grammie (with a recent hip replacement) and the grooms 84-year-old great Aunt got out there and just...
- Elizabeth S.
(Jun 11, 2022)
Papa Sol was AMAZING. They brought the energy the ENTIRE time. Among their stylish outfits, their synchronized dance moves, and vast array of song selection, they were the BEST band to have played at our wedding reception. I would recommend Papa Sol ...
- Alexandra H.
(Apr 23, 2022)
I cannot say enough great things about Papa Sol... they nailed the energy I had hoped to have for the reception! The live performances of the first dance, father/ daughter dance, and mother/ son dance were fantastic. The dinner music filled the roo...
- Caroline C.
(Mar 26, 2022)
I cannot say enough great things about Papa Sol... they nailed the energy I had hoped to have for the reception! The live performances of the first dance, father/ daughter dance, and mother/ son dance were fantastic. The dinner music filled the roo...
- Caroline C.
(Mar 26, 2022)
Shyrod – you guys were fabulous and you literally MADE the wedding a party! So grateful for you guys and your talent and personality. Caroline and Clayton had the best night ever. Thank you so much! ...
- Caroline H.
(Feb 26, 2022)
Wow Papa Sol was amazing! We loved them and so did everyone at the wedding! We were 110% satisfied with our band choice. Thank you again!...
- Monica M.
(Jan 08, 2022)
Hey Rick, Wow Papa Sol was amazing! We loved them and so did everyone at the wedding! We were 110% satisfied with our band choice. Thank you again!...
- Monica M.
(Jan 08, 2022)
Papa Sol did an amazing job at our son’s wedding reception! The dance floor was full the entire time they were performing. Some of our guests asked us for their name for future reference and said how great they were. They were also very easy to wo...
- Robin
(Sep 18, 2021)
They were INCREDIBLE! Non-stop entertainment and truly the best live band I’ve heard. Their rendition of future looks good for our first and last dance was the highlight of the day for me. Just wanted you to know we’ll be raving about them for y...
- Sarah & Landon
(Sep 04, 2021)
Hi Rick- Just wanted to reach out and thank you for helping coordinate Papa Sol for our big day! They were INCREDIBLE! Non-stop entertainment and truly the best live band I’ve heard. Their rendition of future looks good for our first and last dan...
- Landon R.
(Sep 04, 2021)
Papa Sol was the highlight of the entire evening. Everybody was raving about them the rest of the weekend. They had everyone on the dance floor and had the best crowd interaction. They went above and beyond and learned a special song for the father d...
- Anna
(Aug 28, 2021)
The group was amazing and the guests LOVED them! Shyrod is so professional and really aims guests happy!! I'm excited to work with them again in January. Thank you!!...
- Ann W.
(Jun 18, 2021)
Shyrod – you guys were fabulous and you literally MADE the wedding a party! So grateful for you guys and your talent and personality. Caroline and Clayton had the best night ever. Thank you so much! ...
- Caroline H.
(Feb 26, 2021)
I can't express enough how wonderful our experience with Papa Sol was! We had the most special wedding reception and they are a big reason why. Shyrod was the kindest person and so willing to make accommodations for our covid requirements in Louisian...
- Mary
(Oct 10, 2020)
Papa Sol was AMAZING, as expected. Our photographer reached out and asked for their name and said she wants to recommend them for all of her brides now. Thanks for everything! ...
- Austin
(Sep 19, 2020)
Shyrod and his band Papa Sol are INCREDIBLE. Such a gift to have them at my daughter's wedding. They are deeply talented, but also know how to bring everyone together in such an awesome way. I had them for my daughter's 16th birthday party and they w...
- Franni
(Jul 10, 2020)
They were absolutely amazing! We could not have been happier! Everyone was dancing at our reception! It was a dream come true! ...
- Chrissy E
(Nov 23, 2019)
I have two daughters and one band. We hired Papa Sol for both of my daughters' weddings and they were fabulous both times. It’s not just about their musical talent. This is multi-faceted entertainment. They kept 200+ people entertained and engaged ...
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(Oct 05, 2019)
Incredible party band! Shyrod was awesome to work with and very pleasant. Loved the band and love how involved they got with our wedding reception crowd! Would definitely recommend them and use them again myself! Best band for our money!!...
- Madison C.
(Aug 16, 2019)
What a great party band! Everyone loved it. You got everyone up and dancing. The bride and groom and friends had a blast. Thank you for making the reception such a fun time....
- Margaret C.
(Jul 06, 2019)
Papa Sol is a great group. Very easy to work with and very quick to communicate back! We fought weather issues but had a great time in the end! Thank you for such a great show....
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(Jul 04, 2019)
My wedding was so much fun all because of Papa Sol! From start to finish, the dance floor was packed with guests having the time of their lives! They brought an incredible energy to the reception!...
- Alissa C.
(Jun 22, 2019)
OMG..PapaSol was hands down the best band I’ve ever heard at a wedding! And to have them at Cary & Tyler’s wedding was amazing! I plan to call Shyrod personally. Thanks so much for your rec. and all you did to help make the day special....
- Judy H.
(May 18, 2019)
We absolutely loved working with the Papa Sol band! Shyrod was wonderful! We can’t wait till the next event together. Thank you for everything....
- Jen J.
(May 04, 2019)
WOW.... what a wonderful job you all did!! Everyone loved it! We feel very blessed that all of you were playing at my daughters wedding! It was magical!! Thank you soooo much!...
- Ashley S.
(Apr 13, 2019)
Where do I begin!? Papa sol DELIVERED! The reception was perfect because this band made everyone dance and have fun! The dance floor was packed 100% of the time! Maggie and William were SO pleased! Can’t thank you both enough for helping make Maggi...
- Debra & Bobby H.
(Mar 09, 2019)
Papa Sol was fantastic! The bride, groom, and guests loved them and had such a great time. Shyrod was very easy to work with and accommodating to the couple. Will definitely recommend them again!...
- Jenny S.
(Mar 02, 2019)
Thank you SO much for making our wedding reception incredible! We had a blast! Our goal was to have all our guests on the dance floor and BOY did we accomplish that! Everyone has been telling us for weeks how amazing you were and how much fun they ha...
- Erin R.
(Dec 08, 2018)
Always a pleasure working with Papa-Sol. Shyrod is one of the most helpful, hardworking entertainer I've ever worked with. He was able to read the crowd perfectly and knew what songs to play when. Had the crowd up and the dance floor filled within a ...
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(Nov 09, 2018)
Papa Sol brought it! We are not a tame group at all and Papa Sol not only kept up with us, they wore us out! Thanks for making their wedding so great!...
- Cheri S.
(Jun 23, 2018)
Papa Sol was beyond amazing for our wedding! We appreciate everything that they did that night. I thought the song "Shout" and the way they lead up to it was the best. They hype was great! Shyrod was very helpful with all the preparations and song li...
- Perry O.
(Mar 17, 2018)
I don't know where to begin thanking y'all. Last night was the best night of my life! I danced, laughed, and cried tears of joy. Thank you for such an incredible evening. The music and your stage presence was out of this world! You and your band made...
- Cameron A.
(Feb 17, 2018)
You all were SPECTACULAR last night!!! EVERY person there came to Dallas and I to tell us that y’all were the best band they’ve ever seen or heard! Without a question the best! Y’all made a very special night for us an extraordinary night. I...
- Ross & Dallas
(Dec 30, 2017)
Papa Sol far exceeded our expectations. They were awesome and we would love to work with them again in the future. Would highly recommend Papa Sol to anyone!! They were truly unforgettable ...
- Andrew Q.
(Nov 04, 2017)
They were phenomenal! I really love working with them....
- Luke W.
(Sep 16, 2017)
The whole night was simply incredible- as was the band. Thanks for everything! ...
- Nicole M.
(Sep 02, 2017)
I cannot thank-you enough for the amazing job you and your talented band did Saturday night at Michelle and Hunter’s wedding. I had multiple guests text me to get info on y’all. At one point during the evening I went back to my seat to take a bre...
- Cynthia
(Jun 24, 2017)
Shyrod, I just wanted to send a quick note saying thank you for playing our wedding last night. You guys were incredible!! You really made our night even more special. You guys are the one comment that people keep texting me about today. I've gotte...
- James & Andris
(Jun 17, 2017)
We all had a wonderful time. The guests all loved the band and my family all loves Shyrod. We hope to do a party in the fall and Papa Sol will be our first choice. I felt I was given special and outstanding performance. The band worked really har...
- Rocco C.
(Jun 02, 2017)
I do not have enough nice things to say about Papa Sol. They were exactly what we envisioned and did an amazing job. Our wedding was a perfect dance party. Thank you so much! ...
- Angela
(Mar 25, 2017)
We want to again thank and salute Shyrod , Papa Sol and you for the outstanding performance on Saturday night at Jennifer’s wedding. They were absolutely fabulous. Their energy was unmatched. The music quality even better. We have received countles...
- William M.
(Oct 31, 2016)
They were awesome in every way. Unbelievable energy. We started late but they were great and stayed late....
- Jack R.
(Jun 25, 2016)
Man, Papa Sol was incredible! We danced literally the entire time. Everything was rowdy and fun as hell. Got so many compliments on the band. Please send them my email and tell them thank you so much for making our night so special and so fun!...
- Jacob G.
(May 28, 2016)
Papa Sol was awesome!! So happy we booked them. They kept the place hoping until the very end of the reception. Also, Shyrod was so helpful and nice. We received so many compliments about the band. Would definitely book again!!Thank you for all of ...
- Laura S.
(Jan 09, 2016)
Papa Sol played at my wedding at The Estate in Buckhead and they were awesome! They kept everyone on the dance floor having a blast the entire wedding! My bridesmaids and groomsmen loved them! And I have received so many compliments about the band b...
- Ruthie S
(Jan 09, 2016)
Barry - the band was absolutely phenomenal!! They were professional, energetic, engaging, and an absolute pleasure to work with.We've had several people asking for their information - I've passed along your contact info to all of them....
- Tyler Q.
(Sep 26, 2015)
Thank you for the perfect wedding reception. You and your band are awesome......
- Dee G.
(May 30, 2015)
Rick -- They were absolutely wonderful!!! I cannot say enough great things!!! They kept the party going and everyone dancing all night, which is exactly what we wanted!!! Please let me know where you'd like me to leave reviews -- happy to sprea...
- Brooke H.
(Apr 11, 2015)
They were incredible. Probably best band Birmingham has seen in forever. Our friends were raving.. When we get home, 5 star review!...
- Angie H.
(Jan 03, 2015)
Thank you so much for providing us with the best band ever for Whitney's wedding last weekend. Everyone raved about Papa Sol and how great they were. They played all our favorite songs and kept up the enthusiasm all night long. We all danced our hea...
- Elly D.
(Jul 19, 2014)
Papa Sol was amazing. I had the time of my life and they were awesome. I would recommend them to anyone! Thanks for everything you did to make it a success!...
- Kate V.
(May 24, 2014)
Papa Sol were awesome!!!!Very nice people.. Really impressed me and all the other vendors. Thank you again!...
- Elizabeth M.
(Apr 27, 2014)
I'm still blown away by your performance, Shyrod. You guys were better than perfect. You exceeded my expectations, and let me tell you, that is not easy to do. From the way you played our first dance song to the smooth Jazz renditions you did early i...
- Neil G.
(Nov 23, 2013)
Papa Sol was fantastic! And wonderful people too. Shyrod is a terrific showman and MC. They did a great job of our dance song. They are extremely versatile. We were thrilled. Thanks!...
- Neil G.
(Nov 09, 2013)
You hit the nail on the head. Shyrod and his gang brought the house down. What a wonderful guy and what a wonderful band. I told him that while he needed a new video that he (and you) could feel free to use me as a reference anytime. I have received ...
- David B.
(Oct 19, 2013)
Just a note to say thanks. You guys were absolutely awesome. You have my heartiest praise and deepest gratitude.I hope we can do it again sometime.Best regards,...
- Dwight T.
(Mar 23, 2013)
I am Cathy C., mother of the bride of the wedding that Papa Sol played for on June 19th in Thibodaux, LA. I just want to say "thank you so very much" for the absolute best band performance of any wedding I've ever attended! You guys were just fantast...
- Cathy C.
(Jan 01, 2013)
Papa Sol was FABULOUS! They were so professional and set up at 5:00. They worked the crowd soooo well! Young and old loved them. We loved that they mixed Motown up with modern music. We just couldn't be more pleased with this group. We highly recomme...
- Kelly S.
(Jan 01, 2013)
They were GREAT!!!!!! Hopefully we can get them for next year....
- Prom Chair
(Jan 01, 2013)
Papa Sol was great! We have had nothing but rave reviews about them. They entertained everyone and got people on stage to make fools of themselves, which was the best form of entertainment....
- Kyle R. G.
(Jan 01, 2013)
They did a fantastic job!!! I have heard so many people talking about how great the band was. We had a few children in the wedding, and they got up on stage to dance; the band members were so wonderful and patient with them. One of my bridesmaids is ...
- S. Wynne
(Jan 01, 2013)
Shyrod and Rick, Just wanted to thank you for the great job that you did at our daughter's wedding last Saturday night. We've been overwhelmed with compliments about how great the band was and how much fun you were. I've already given your name to so...
- Donald & Terri S.
(Jan 01, 2013)
The wedding this past weekend was FABULOUS -- Papa Sol was nothing short of incredible. The crowd of 325 went from the ages of 2 years to 88 years and EVERYONE had fun dancing. They are high energy, engaging with the crowd, happy, and ready to do wha...
- Susan Fitzgerald C., JD
(Jan 01, 2013)
I just wanted to write a quick note to tell you how FABULOUS Papa Sol was at our wedding on Kiawah Island! I was so impressed with their sheer presence and of course the outstanding singing! My entire reception was dancing, singing and having a ball ...
- Stacey and Steve C.
(Jan 01, 2013)
Papa Sol was AMAZING!!! They are all our guest are talking about. We had high expectations because we have seen them perform once before, but they far exceeded them! They made our wedding reception unforgettable! Please pass our appreciation on to th...
- Blair Capallo S.
(Jan 01, 2013)
I am embarrassed to just finally be writing you both but I just wanted to let you know just how thrilled we were with Papa Sol for our wedding on December 8th. I have had multiple (like 50+) people ask me who was our band and tell me how much they l...
- Caroline C.
(Dec 08, 2012)
So sorry for the delay in my response.....Papa Sol was absolutely INCREDIBLE!!!! Worth every dime....it's all my guests could talk about during and afterwards still. I didn't want it to end b/c I've never enjoyed a band so much. Rarely do see guests ...
- Brigit W.
(Aug 18, 2012)
Papa Sol was awesome! Not only were they a fantastic band that totally rocked the house and kept everyone on the dance floor, but they were respectful and gracious to everyone they interacted with. Shyrod was responsive and wonderful to work with. Pl...
- Paige D.
(May 05, 2012)
Thanks for everything! I had a wonderful weekend and so did my family, new husband, and all of our guests. Papa Sol was the highlight of the reception - they were the perfect mixture of total class, as well as getting people to "let loose". I am so t...
- Lesley S.
(Apr 14, 2012)
Papa Sol was absolutely fantastic and I apologize for not telling you that much sooner! As you might remember, it ended up pouring down rain all day that day, even though the day before they had predicted a "zero percent" chance of rain and consequen...
- Kathy B.
(Nov 11, 2011)
Papa Sol did an amazing job at our son’s wedding reception! The dance floor was full the entire time they were performing. Some of our guests asked us for their name for future reference and said how great they were. They were also very easy to wo...
- Robin
(Sep 18, 0021)