THE BUSINESS

The Business is hands down, the best band! They learned a new song for my husbands 50th Birthday Party and performed it amazingly. They were fun, played well & was able to get a tough crowd out on the dance floor. I would hire them a million more tim...

- Jackie O.

(Aug 31, 2024)

" Outstanding performance! Always love having the Business at Greystone. Thanks for another fabulous concert! Hope to see you guys again next year."...

- Sarah B.

Event Coordinator

(Jul 14, 2024)

The Business made everything easy onsite -- setup was a breeze and they were patient when our program went a few minutes longer than we anticipated. Their music was amazing -- our attendees loved it and were out on the dance floor from the very first...

- Lisa P.

(Jun 19, 2024)

"We were absolutely blown away by the incredible performance of The Business at our wedding! From the moment they took the stage, they brought an unmatched energy that had everyone dancing the entire night. The lead singer was an absolute rockstar ...

- Adam F.

(Jun 08, 2024)

The Business was AWESOME! They crushed. There was never a moment when people weren't on the dance floor, and they went above and beyond and played during dinner....

- Kelsey D.

(May 18, 2024)

"THEY ARE AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Seriously, so freaking amazing and everyone had the time of their lives. Truly, I can’t thank the band enough. I love working with them! Not only are they uber talented but they are also just wonderful humans and ...

- Shayna B.

(Mar 09, 2024)

The Business was absolutely incredible! They kept everyone on the dance floor the whole time and throughout the night people were raving about how they were the best band they had heard not just at a wedding but any party. The set list and songs were...

- Katherine K.

(Jan 05, 2024)

As always, a pleasure to have The Business with us. See y'all soon. Thanks again!...

- David K.

(Dec 08, 2023)

The Business is amazing!! We saw them perform at a friends wedding prior to ours and knew we HAD to have them!! They outperformed all expectations and everyone LOVED them! Would absolutely hire them again and again!...

- Stephanie Walters

(Sep 02, 2023)

Yet again we were blown away by The Business! We had an opportunity a few years back to listen to them perform at a friend's wedding, and in that moment, we knew we would love to have them participate at our own wedding. They were TOP-notch! Tom was ...

- Allie J.

(Aug 19, 2023)

The band was INCREDIBLE!! Literally everyone was on the dance floor and there was such great energy from the band! They sang our first dance song and literally everyone was in tears! Best decision ever to go with them! Everyone was commenting about h...

- Rachel C.

(Jun 03, 2023)

Thanks so much for your assistance throughout this process. The Business knocked it out of the park! They both played a huge role in us having the most incredible wedding weekend. Thanks again. ...

- Bennett D.

(May 20, 2023)

Great band, great music, great with the audience!! I can't say enough. Also, Tom was great at facilitating the wedding toasts. Would definitely book them again anytime, anywhere!...

- Andy Z.

(May 06, 2023)

The Business was the absolute BEST decision we made for the wedding. They made the whole evening a blast and got most of our guests dancing like crazy people. They were so kind and accommodating to our special requests. We were blown away....

- Ethan A.

(Apr 29, 2023)

If you want to have an unforgettable wedding reception with amazing music, a packed dance floor, and nonstop fun, then The Business is the band for you. We hired The Business to play our wedding reception near Knoxville, TN on 11/12/2022. We love ...

- Brian Oke

(Nov 12, 2022)

Hi! I just wanted to say thank you so much for helping our day be so special this weekend. The amount of people that came up or texted this weekend saying how amazing you all were was unreal and we wanted to share. Thank you guys for being so awesome...

- Katie Sondheim

(Oct 19, 2022)

Great band, amazing communication, and wonderful performance. I loved talking with both Jim and Tom and will use this company (and band) again in the future....

- Heidi P.

(Sep 29, 2022)

You all are so amazing! We can’t thank you all enough for everything you’ve done for HCC! The music is second to none! Most of all your warm hearts and helpfulness is over the top! You make our event sell out every year. Be blessed! ...

- High Country Caregivers

(Sep 15, 2022)

The Business is the most wonderful, flexible band I have ever worked with, and it's not the first time. I love when my clients choose to work with this awesome group. They are so happy to make the client's event everything they wish for it to be. And...

- Sara Beth

(Aug 27, 2022)

People have not stopped talking about the band. They were so good and so much fun. Thanks so much!...

- Alice S.

(Aug 20, 2022)

Excellent concert like always. Love having you guys at Greystone!...

- Camp Greystone

(Jul 17, 2022)

INCREDIBLY talented musicians with a knack for upgrading the classic wedding hits with their own spin and genius. We had a fantastic time dancing at our wedding and received SO many compliments on the bands' energy. Love it!!...

- Noni H.

(Jun 11, 2022)

Everything was wonderful! The Business were so much fun and really made it an unforgettable experience. They were awesome!...

- Alex O.

(Jun 03, 2022)

They were absolutely AMAZING! Our guests cannot stop talking about them and we enjoyed every minute!...

- Emily Boaz & Harrison Bowen

(Apr 03, 2022)

What can we say, it was our good fortune having The Business play at our wedding at Summerfield Farms this past weekend! When Hank told us the band we were interested in was booked for our wedding date, we were extremely disappointed. Hank, who was v...

- Linda & Richard

(Nov 07, 2021)

Thanks for checking in with us. Chelsey and I and every one of our guests were absolutely blown away by The Business. The dance floor was packed from the moment they started playing (in fact, there was a big crew of guests that started dancing off to...

- Ian Hennessee

(Oct 30, 2021)

The Business was electric and we had everyone at the brunch party the following morning describing how awesome they were. They really brought the house down with Superstition and Hold on I'm Coming. They set the exact mood we were looking for and the...

- Guy and Thananya

(Oct 23, 2021)

The Business absolutely brought the house down! They sounded amazing, had so much energy, and kept the party going all night long. 10000/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a wedding band- especially for those to love to dance. Thank you all for...

- Olivia Smith

(Sep 25, 2021)

What a wonderful job you all did! From the bottom of our hearts we appreciate your presence and performance. Your warmth and heart for the children of HCC was felt in your generosity and the music. We had so many compliments about the band and the mu...

- Jacob W.

(Sep 14, 2021)

The business goes above and beyond. We knew the band was a critical part of our reception. We basically told them that we’ll be the crowd at your performance. So have fun and do your thing. And they sure did!! I think 99% of the party was on their ...

- Ben H.

(Jul 30, 2021)

The Business was AMAZING. They far exceeded our expectations and our guests are still talking about them. ...

- Ellen Q.

(Jul 24, 2021)

The Business KILLED it on Saturday - From my side I can’t tell you how much I appreciated them When they showed up it was POURING absolutely just coming down SO SO hard. And their stage setup was less than ideal. It was one of those moments w...

- Sarah Murray - Verge Events

(Jul 24, 2021)

We had a WONDERFUL time with the Business last night - they did an amazing job, and we were very impressed! Very happy with the concert and the band. ...

- Sarah - Camp Greystone

(Jul 18, 2021)

The Business did a great job. Each musician and singer was excellent and together as a group their performance was awesome. Alex was great to work with for my wedding and Pam and Blake did a wonderful job singing. Everyone was terrific - thanks !...

- Kathleen & David

(Jun 19, 2021)

10/10!!!! Alex, Blake, Pam, and everyone in the band was excellent. Truly phenomenal performance and everyone was dancing the entire night. It was so fun - seriously everyone keeps raving about how great our band was. I am so happy with The Business ...

- Kathleen B.

(Jun 19, 2021)

10/10!!!! Alex, Blake, Pam, and everyone in the band was excellent. Truly phenomenal performance and everyone was dancing the entire night. It was so fun - seriously everyone keeps raving about how great our band was. I am so happy with The Business ...

- Kathleen & David

(Jun 19, 2021)

We cannot thank the band enough for making our wedding so phenomenal. Every single guest just raved about them and I’m sure we will be continuing to hear about it for weeks and months to come. They are so talented and gave the exact energy we were ...

- Allison S.

(Jun 12, 2021)

Ellie - thank you so much for following up! We cannot thank the band enough for making our wedding so phenomenal. Every single guest just raved about them and I’m sure we will be continuing to hear about it for weeks and months to come. They are so...

- Allison Staley

(Jun 12, 2021)

The Business was absolutely incredible. Seriously words couldn’t describe how amazing they were. Every single guest was on the dance floor at some point and commented on how awesome the band was. They made our day perfect start to finish! Thank ...

- Morgan R.

(Jun 06, 2021)

We had an absolutely fantastic experience with The Business at our wedding on 5/15/21. They perfected all three first dance songs...I had even asked the band to customize the tempo of one of the songs which they did flawlessly. Once the party music s...

- Alicia K.

(May 22, 2021)

We had an absolutely fantastic experience with The Business at our wedding on 5/15/21. They perfected all three first dance songs...I had even asked the band to customize the tempo of one of the songs which they did flawlessly. Once the party music s...

- Alicia Keith

(May 15, 2021)

The Business was AMAZING! We have gotten so many compliments on the band and really enjoyed them. I’ll definitely pass along your information to friends needing entertainment and am happy to review you guys anywhere you’d like. ...

- Kate

(Oct 03, 2020)

We were all absolutely blown away by The Business. They are incredible musicians and complete professionals- we couldn't have been more thrilled with their performance at our wedding. We are grateful to Jim and the rest of the band for their hard wor...

- Alice & Pete

(Jul 06, 2019)

Jim You guys were INCREDIBLE! Absolutely everything and more that we were envisioning. I can't tell you how many people came up to us raving about your performance. Thank you for being so kind and easy throughout this whole process! Thank you ...

- Hailey & Bryan

(Jun 08, 2019)

Absolutely five star - the band is fantastic and they gave an awesome performance. The dance floor was full all night and they are a good, tight band! Really fun and enjoyed them too!...

- Eileen S.

(Jun 01, 2019)

First off, thank you! You and your band were the life of the party and needless to say, our guests were blown away by your energy, talent, and professionalism. I still have guests texting me asking for your name and the band's name- and I wouldn't be...

- Kevin & Sarina S.

(Nov 03, 2018)

Jim Arrendell & The Business provided the best live music & entertainment imaginable for our big day. They brought an energy and swagger to our reception that could not have been replicated by anyone else. Not only are the members of the Business inc...

- Kevin S.

(Nov 03, 2018)

You guys really made our wedding awesome! Great customer service, great music, and overall great experience. Thanks for everything. The night would have not been the same without you!...

- Seth S.

(Oct 13, 2018)

Thank you for your kind e-mail and your great performance Saturday night! It is always a pleasure to work with you and your band. Your seemingly unwavering energy is such a crowd-pleaser! We had so many compliments from students and faculty alike. Th...

- Frazier A.

(Sep 22, 2018)

Thank you so much for the great performance. Everyone has been saying how great you all were and how much fun they had on the dance floor. You guys were great and thank you again. You exceeded expectations on all fronts. Thanks...

- Justin B.

(Sep 15, 2018)

We can’t thank you enough for making our wedding night so much fun. From the surprise recessional to an amazing set during the reception, you guys made our night. We’re still getting messages from friends and family about how much they loved you ...

- Hobbs & Mary Frances

(Sep 02, 2018)

Thanks for a phenomenal show, Jim! The Business is so easy to work with and our crowd LOVED them. Their music choices were perfect and they kept people dancing all night. Jim is such a professional and just so kind and funny - the girls loved him! We...

- Anonymous

(Jul 11, 2018)

The Business exceeded expectations! I had great guidance from Barry as our first choice, wasn’t available. Honestly, I think The Business was a better fit for us and they were just fantastic. I am having a big party spring of 2020 and I will defi...

- Anne E.

(Apr 28, 2018)

I just want to personally thank you for creating such an amazing event on Saturday night. You all truly made the party! Jim, you are incredible and the band is just unreal all together. We look forward to working with you all in the near future!...

- Hillary P.

(Apr 14, 2018)

They were AWESOME!! Thank you so much. They exceeded all expectations! ...

- Jennifer T.

(Mar 24, 2018)

The Business was amazing! We loved all of their songs! Thank you so much! :) ...

- Aubrey C.

(Mar 03, 2018)

We will certainly rate The Business as the best band in the world! They were absolutely incredible, and we could not have imagined a more perfect bunch. Jim was such a joy to work with. They certainly made it the most memorable night of our lives, an...

- Morgan G.

(Sep 30, 2017)

We cannot begin to tell you how thankful we are that our paths crossed many, many moons ago. We feel incredibly lucky and absolutley priviledged to have had you and The Business totally rock our wedding!!! It was a night to remember for sure, and tha...

- Morgan & Mike G.

(Sep 30, 2017)

We've just arrived in Cabo for our honeymoon, and I don't think we've gone more than an hour or two without rehashing the AMAZING time we had Saturday night! My sore muscles and bruises are still reminding me of how much we really tore it up with y'a...

- Shelly & Ben

(Sep 23, 2017)

I don’t think there is anything that could have been better! Those guys were more than awesome, the guests were pleased and the clients (planners) were tickled pink. When their guests were boarding the coaches to go back to the hotel everyone said ...

- Michael R.

(Sep 15, 2017)

We cannot express our gratitude to the band enough. Y'all made the reception so much fun. We truly had so many people come up and ask us who the band was and how to find you guys. Jeff today said he wanted to crash the next event y'all are playing. W...

- Gracie K.

(Sep 09, 2017)

Thank you so much for playing at our wedding. We had an absolute BLAST. As we told at least one of the band members, you guys were THE top priority on our list. The date wasn't set until we knew you were available! Thank you for a great time. Can...

- Molly & Jeff

(Sep 02, 2017)

Rob and I were extremely pleased with The Business! They did a great job, made the night a fun and memorable experience. So many people commented on them, asked us who they were and how we found them. Of course we told them about ECE and finding t...

- Becky G.

(Aug 12, 2017)

All we can say is wow! The Business FAR exceeded any expectations we had. They were one of, if not the biggest highlight at our wedding. They were so professional, fun and kind, and we simply do not have enough words to describe how grateful we are t...

- Lainie & Warren

(Jul 15, 2017)

We could not have been more thrilled with THE BUSINESS, which made the party on Saturday memorable and extra special. Our guests are still talking about the quality of the band, and how beautifully you geared the entire evening to the "feel" of the e...

- Denise

(Jul 01, 2017)

We were absolutely BLOWN AWAY by The Business!!! Our wedding reception was a total dream and so much of that is thanks to the incredible fun and feel good that you guys brought to the night. We received so many compliments from our friends and family...

- Natalie & Jeremie

(Jun 17, 2017)

Bottom line they were amazing!! And the best part of our wedding other than actually getting married! :) You all went well above and beyond and gave us and all of our friends a fantastic time! Having you play the extra 30 mins was a big ask and I...

- Jane M.

(Jun 10, 2017)

We were beyond happy with The Business. We received SO many complements on how awesome they were and guests kept saying the dance floor was always full! We will definitely recommend them in the future!...

- Kathryn N.

(Jun 03, 2017)

The Business exceeded EVERYONE"S expectations! If I've heard it once, I've heard it 1000 times "BEST BAND EVER." We have friends getting married in New Orleans that are sad they already booked their band for their reception because they said there ...

- Emily B.

(May 19, 2017)

It was definitely our pleasure having you all on the farm again! Your band is even better than I remembered. When the day didn't go exactly as we had planned and dreamed of I was feeling a wee bit disappointed for Jackson and Danielle and then you an...

- Nan

(May 06, 2017)

Thank you so much for making Saturday night so much fun!! It seemed to me that the dance floor was packed from the moment it opened through the last song, and that people were having the time of their lives. Thank you so much for learning our first d...

- Clementine

(Feb 18, 2017)

The Business was WONDERFUL! We have nothing but positive things to say about them. All of our friends and family can't stop talking about what a great celebration it was on Saturday, and the biggest thing they highlight is the band.Please tell Jim, A...

- Kate

(Oct 08, 2016)

The Business was so AWESOME!! We really loved them so much. Everyone was asking about them!! I thought they were great to work with and our venue made a point to tell us they felt the same way. They are really unique and do not feel like just another...

- Patterson

(Aug 20, 2016)

I cannot begin to tell you how INCREDIBLE the band was at our wedding on April 23.  They were absolutely fabulous and exceeded my expectations by far!  Jim was professional, personable, and an exceptionally talented singer.  Every guest raved abou...

- Angela A.

(Apr 23, 2016)

Hi Ellie – Everything was fantastic.  The Business was the perfect band for this party and certainly exceeded our expectations.  We will not hesitate to recommend you and The Business for future events.  We look forward to working with you again...

- Reed M.

(Feb 13, 2016)

They were AMAZING!!!I love working with Jim and his band. They look great sound great and do such a great job!!...

- Margaret R.

(Oct 24, 2015)

Aria and I wanted to let you know how much we appreciate the Business being part of our wedding celebration!  We were so incredibly impressed with your professionalism and most importantly, your amazing musical talent and energetic performance!  Th...

- Aaron S.

(Sep 12, 2015)

THEY WERE AMAZING!!! Everyone danced until the very last song, and even chanted for an encore....and so they came back on and performed one last song for us. Ive never seen that at a wedding before!!! We overheard so many people saying it was the bes...

- Jane W.

(Aug 15, 2015)

The Band was out standing. They were so cute with the flower girls and the dancing fool of a ring bearer during their set up.  The music was OUTSTANDING.  We had the wedding of the year all because of the band. (I will send you the video of the dan...

- Ann L.

(Jun 20, 2015)

I cannot say enough good things about Business!  We were absolutely thrilled with their performance, not to mention their professionalism, kindness, and sincerity on the day of and leading up to our wedding.  The bridesmaids and I arrived around 4:...

- Jenna & Keith H.

(May 24, 2015)

Hi Ted,This is Alice, but I think I can speak for everyone when I say the Business was wonderful at our reception. I had so many compliments from our guests about how amazing they were. They kept the momentum going the entire time and so many people ...

- Alice F.

(May 02, 2015)

Hi Ellie- The Business was WONDERFUL.  The music was great and everyone was dancing all night long.  I’ve received lots of compliments from friends about how good the band was. Everyone enjoyed the band.And you and everyone else were absolutely ...

- Ginger A.

(Apr 18, 2015)

Our event went extremely well! As I remembered from our last encounter, Jim and the band were very courteous, professional and were absolutely fantastic! We received rave reviews from our guests concerning all aspects of our party, but specifically t...

- Susan A.

(Mar 06, 2015)

Jim and the Business were so Amazing and professional on Sunday night. They are all so friendly and the members were very impressed! We hope to have them back again. Thank you!...

- Kim S.

(Feb 15, 2015)

We hired The Business to play at our daughter's wedding reception on January 3rd and our guests are still talking about them! The Business made the night so much fun! I can't say enough good things about this group of musicians. They're professio...

- Joyce D.

(Jan 03, 2015)

They were great!  Professional, and nice guys too.  Showed up on time, and were ready to go when we needed them.  Jim was very accommodating of last minute changes to the agenda.  Every comment I’ve received about them from attendees has been c...

- Dan E.

(Dec 05, 2014)

There are not enough positive words to describe our experience. Jim and his band were fabulous - flexible and professional to the very end. We enjoyed Tom playing during or ceremony all the way to Shout as the very last song of the evening. There was...

- Tyson H.

(Oct 04, 2014)

Ellie,I cannot say enough nice things about The Business.  Not only did they provide us with amazing entertainment and music at our wedding, but Jim was extremely responsive and professional throughout the entire wedding planning process.  Jim real...

- Shannon V.

(Sep 06, 2014)

They were great and so professional.  They more than most of my vendors went out of their way to get to know my preferences ahead of time so they could get to know me and deliver what we hoped for on our wedding day.I am so grateful to Jim.  I ende...

- Laura Beth M.

(Jul 26, 2014)

It was a sincere pleasure to work with Jim and your company.  The entire experience was professional, but the follow up was (and continues to be) personal.  The Business was quite simply the best live band we've encountered (and we get to be around...

- Colleen S.

(Jul 04, 2014)

The band was incredible! They had everyone on the dance floor for four hours straight, I think the crowd even asked for an encore! We had countless guests commenting to us on how amazing the band was; we are hoping some of our friends will book them ...

- August S.

(Jun 15, 2014)

Show was amazing; the members are raving, and I sure appreciate your talent! Looking forward to the next time we have opportunity to work together again. Please send our 'thank you's' to your band.  ...

- Christine H.

(Feb 16, 2014)

Jim and The Business shined at our fundraiser. Jim connects with the energy of the audience and had the crowd dancing all evening. Everyone commented that they really enjoyed the music, the talent of the musicians and Jim's exuberance and soulful voi...

- Ed & Sue M.

(Nov 02, 2013)

The Business was really great. They went out of their way for us to make sure everything was just perfect. We really enjoyed working with Jim- he's such a sweetheart!...

- Noa B.

(Oct 27, 2013)

We were beyond pleased with the reception. We had so much fun, and I know everyone else did as well. You guys kept the dance floor packed the whole night, which is exactly what we were hoping for. Growing up, I never gave much thought to what I wante...

- Rosanne S.

(Sep 21, 2013)

You guys were great! We heard nothing but good comments. One person said that he thought you guys were the best band our association has ever hired! You guys play with energy and tons of skill across the board. I personally appreciated how profession...

- Neil B.

(Aug 17, 2013)

Our expectations were blown away! We are so happy that The Business could perform at our wedding reception and will recommend you all to anyone and everyone. Thank you so much for being professional, energetic and fun. We have received many, many com...

- Annie C.

(Jun 29, 2013)

Thanks so much for this message. If there were enough words to describe how amazing Business Band was, then I would do it! Seriously, they were incredible. SO easy to work with, no divas, followed the song list we wanted, had incredible talent, very ...

- Mary H.

(Mar 23, 2013)

You guys were incredible. Best experience yet for myself and I know that the family was MORE than thrilled. I cannot wait to have you guys back at one of our events...AMAZING!...

- Morgan G.

(Mar 09, 2013)

I want to send a big THANK YOU to each of you for helping to make our Medical Staff event on Friday a success. I really can't thank you both enough for your hard work. Jim, The Business was amazing! The professionalism and courtesy you showed was imp...

- Susan A.

(Feb 08, 2013)

The Business was great. They even sent a thank you note for booking them which was a nice added touch. We got lots of great compliments on both the event and the band....

- Lyn G.

(Jan 01, 2013)

We had a fantastic weekend and your band helped make it unforgettable. Your group is so talented and you are wonderful to work with. I am sure you will have lots of continued success. We are so thankful that you were available to play at our rehearsa...

- Jan B.

(Jan 01, 2013)

The Business, are true professionals who make a direct connection with audience members from the moment they hit the stage. In the world of live music as in theatre, a proverbial "fourth wall" commonly separates the performers from their audience, bu...

- Anonymous

(Jan 01, 2013)

We didn't know where to begin when trying to book a band for the reception. We wanted a group that could do music that our generation and our parents (and grandparents!) could dance to, which seemed like a tall order. When my cousin (who is himself a...

- Cheryl J.

(Dec 01, 2012)

Thank you all SO much for coming out for the Lenovo & Microsoft Windows 8 event on 10/25 in Morrisville NC. The event was very well attended and you guys put on an amazing performance!! I enjoyed chatting with you while you set up. Please know that I...

- Amy A.

(Oct 25, 2012)

I cannot say thank you enough for being the most amazing band EVER! You guys made Rad and I's wedding night. It was simply perfection! Classy jazz into the dance party of the year...everyone is still singing your praises. You guys rocked the house, o...

- Megan & Rad B.

(Oct 20, 2012)

Please pass on to Jim Arrendell with The Business our many thanks for a fabulous wedding reception. The music was unbelievably good, and we loved the selections. So many of our guests wanted to know about the band, and could not say enough good thing...

- Patterson S.

(Oct 06, 2012)

You guys are so incredible. Thank you so much a thousand times over for the show your band put on and the experience you created. We couldn't have been happier and our vision for the night surpassed our wildest expectations. People danced, you danced...

- Dana and Jess W.

(Jul 28, 2012)

I just wanted to say thank you so much for making Melissa & Brad's wedding reception so much fun for them! You and your band members always do such an incredible job!It is always such a pleasure to work with all of you! We look forward to working mor...

- Mark A.

(Jun 23, 2012)

I'm Just getting back to the real world after our honeymoon in California! I want you to know we absolutely LOVED this band. Every aspect of the evening was done perfectly, and I cannot tell you how many people have raved about them to us over the pa...

- Laura C.

(May 12, 2012)