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People dance and smile together at an outdoor party under string lights at night. The atmosphere is joyful and festive, with guests dressed in semi-formal attire and enjoying themselves.

July 27, 2026

How to Hire a Live Band for Your Next Party: A Host’s Guide

by Michael Benson Band

A group of people celebrate at a lively party, holding sparklers and champagne glasses. They are smiling and laughing, with gold balloons forming the number 2020 in the background.

July 21, 2026

What Makes a Great Party Band? 8 Things to Look For Before You Book

by Michael Benson Band

A lavish banquet hall set for an event, featuring round tables with black and gold decor, elegant chandeliers, candle centerpieces, and a lit stage with musical instruments in the background.

June 18, 2026

DJ vs. Live Band for Corporate Events: Which Creates a Better Experience?

by Michael Benson Band

Six musicians, dressed in formal black and white clothing, stand together smiling in a city-view room at night, surrounded by musical instruments and equipment. Large windows reveal a brightly lit skyline behind them.

June 9, 2026

How to Plan Live Entertainment for a Corporate Event: A Step-by-Step Guide

by Michael Benson Band

A joyful group of people, dressed in formal attire, laugh and cheer together on a crowded dance floor at a lively indoor event or wedding reception.

May 22, 2026

How Much Does a Live Wedding Band Cost in Seattle? A Complete Pricing Guide

by Michael Benson Band

A saxophonist in a black suit plays energetically to a cheering, clapping group of well-dressed people at an indoor event with string lights and wooden walls. Everyone looks joyful and engaged.

May 19, 2026

Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Live Wedding Band

by Michael Benson Band

A black-and-white photo shows a live band performing on stage in front of a large, well-dressed crowd dancing and mingling at an indoor event or party.

October 10, 2025

Live Band vs. DJ for Your Wedding: How to Choose the Right Entertainment

by Michael Benson Band

Six adults stand and smile together outdoors in front of a large stone building at sunset. Five men wear white shirts and dark pants; one woman is in a sleeveless, patterned dress and sunglasses. Flowers are visible in the corner.

August 13, 2025

Stop looking. Hire them now.

by Michael Benson Band

A bride and groom share a romantic first dance at their wedding reception, holding each other closely on a wooden dance floor while the wedding band performs a beautiful cover in the background.

February 13, 2025

A Valentine’s Day Couples Serenade

by Michael Benson Band

A group of people dance energetically at a party, laughing and interacting under swirling yellow lights, with one woman in a light dress and a man in a white shirt as focal points. The mood is joyful and celebratory.

February 6, 2025

The MBB difference: Repertoire

by Michael Benson Band

A group of people celebrate on a crowded dance floor, raising glow sticks and drinks in the air. Everyone appears excited and joyful, with one person in the center cheering enthusiastically.

December 23, 2024

A Holiday Wedding Plan Wish For You

by Michael Benson Band

A large crowd of people in formal attire dance and mingle in an elegant ballroom with chandeliers, as a live band performs on stage in the foreground.

November 13, 2024

Seattle’s #1 Dj-styled live band

by Michael Benson Band

Six smiling musicians pose together on stage with instruments, including a saxophone, keyboard, and drum set, under purple stage lighting and a wavy backdrop.

October 22, 2024

The 6-Piece that sounds like 10

by Michael Benson Band