Our 2019 Journey
The MBB’s 2019 ventures formed a trail packed with joyful people and places. Whether remote and rustic, exclusive or posh, it was an amazing journey! Our stops included:
Art Marble 21, Mercer Island Community Center, Georgetown Ballroom, Pacific Tower, Mercer Island VFW, Columbia Tower Club, The Smith Tower, Blue Ribbon Culinary Center, Glendale Country Club, Seattle Tennis Club, Kiana Lodge, Renton Hyatt Hotel, Space Needle, Robinswood House, The Admiral’s House, Golf Club At Newcastle, Washington Athletic Club, Skansonia Ferry, The Captain Whidbey Inn, DeLille Cellars, Willows Lodge, Grapeview/Stretch Island, Roche Harbor Resort, Chihuly Garden & Glass, Januik Winery, Woodmark Hotel, Kitsap Memorial State Park, , Seattle Golf Club, 415 Westlake, Fairmont Hotel, Sunset Club.
IMAGE by: Sullivan & Sullivan Studios https://sullivanandsullivanstudios.com
Winners again
Brides and wedding pros voted us 2019 winners for the 15th year. Top shelf service is our trademark with enduring industry-wide recognition.
Photo image by Azzura Photography http://www.azzuraphotography.com/
Interactive!
Alexey Nikolaev takes it to the dance floor at the Georgetown Ballroom Seattle. Up close and personal. #alexeynikolaevrocks #mbb #georgetownballroom #heyseatttle
Image by Stephanie Keegan Photography stephaniekeegan.com
New Years Eve 2019
OH WHAT A NIGHT! Chihuly Garden and Glass and The Space Needle put on a spectacular sold-out NEW Year’s Eve Party. Amazing food, ambience, and a stunning pyro-technic show and digital light show. Music for dancing was darn good too. #happynewyear2019 #chihulygardenandglass #seattlespaceneedle #heyseattle #mbb
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You won’t be disappointed
One of the highlights of our wedding was having this band. They were INCREDIBLE. Everyone – younger friends to even older generations – loved them and kept asking us their name and where we found them. They rocked the house and everyone was dancing and having a great time. I couldn’t have been happier with our decision to hire them for our wedding. Everything was perfect from the ceremony piano to the dinner trio for light background music, to the reception, and all the MC’ing in between was top notch. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed. – Katelyn, 10/13/18.
Image by Cory Parris Photography https://www.coryparris.com/ https://www.facebook.com/coryparrisphotography/
Best Of 2018
The Michael Benson Band is honored to receive Seattle Bride Magazine’s Best Of 2018 award for “Best Live Band For The Reception” for the 14th year. Much appreciation for our fans’ generous support! Now it’s onward with our best work and services for 2018 and beyond.
Fabulous First Flight w/Darelle
Our new six-piece took wing on April 21st at Seattle’s The Sunset Club with songstress Darelle Holden co-leading vocals with me. It couldn’t have been a smoother flight and the audience roared their approval. Here’s to many good times ahead!
Image by David Bristol Photography
The MBB welcomes vocalist Darelle Holden
An exceptional talent and a fabulous career….Darelle Holden is a silky smooth songstress with deep musicality. Pop Diva, R&B Powerhouse, and Jazz Siren all apply to her unique and diverse vocal styling. Darelle toured Internationally for 17 years with superstar Sir. Tom Jones, ala, “20 Feet from Stardom” and along with her constant touring schedule she’s made countless appearances on Dancing With the Stars, The Tonight Show, The View, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Late Night with Conan O’Brian and the list goes on. Darelle also performed the duet “I Wanna Get Back With You” with Sir Tom Jones. Darelle’s distinctive vocals can also be heard on the Tom Jones classic “Leave Your Hat On” which is featured on “The Full Monty” motion picture soundtrack. Darelle has performed with extraordinary talents such as Earth Wind and Fire, Bobby Caldwell, Ellis Hall, Elton John, Jazz guitarist Norman Brown, Gerald Albright, and most recently Stevie Wonder.
We are honored to join forces with you Darelle! https://michaelbensonband.com/band/
Exciting MBB news!
Images by Katie Parra Photography, and David Bristol
Breaking news for 2018:
We’ve joined forces with female vocalist extraordinaire Darelle Holden, making us a “Quintet +1” with an exciting new dimension. Darelle brings a wealth of experience, augmenting our award-winning band with a double lead-singer front. A real 1-2 punch! The blending process with this soulful Northwest professional is proving to be a joy. Welcome to the Michael Benson Band, Darelle!
MBB at Weddings In Woodinville 2018
The band is stoked to join the award-winning wedding show, Weddings In Woodinville tomorrow Jan. 28, 2018 at The Columbia Winery – a “reserved ticket” only event. As the only live band participating, we’re proud to share our craft and talents with future brides and their families. #wiw2018 #weddingsinwoodinville #heyseattle #mbb