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Back by request

Posted on: January 5th, 2018 by Mbenson

Chihuly Garden and Glass

By request, we’ll return next New Year’s Eve (2018) to The Chihuly Garden and Glass House for another blow-out party.  Situated beneath Seattle’s Space Needle, the Chihuly Glass House is considered one of the Top-10 New Years destinations world wide. Save the date and don’t miss it!

MBB at Top Spot on New Years 2017

Posted on: December 10th, 2017 by Mbenson

 

https://viewfinder.expedia.com/features/top-10-demand-nye-destinations/

 

MBB in Seattle Bride Magazine

Posted on: June 27th, 2017 by Mbenson

Fresh off the press, Seattle Bride Magazine Fall 2017 Issue.

Warmth and dignity

Posted on: May 30th, 2017 by Mbenson

Just a quick note to say how very much I appreciate your graciousness & amazing professionalism.  You guys are THE BEST!  I’ve worked with a few bands at weddings lately and not only do you guys blow them out of the water musically, you just carry yourselves with a warmth and dignity they are sorely lacking. So much ego & attitude & they have nothing to back it up. So thank  you guys for being AWESOME & I hope to get to work together lots in 2017!  (Shana Tinsley, 321 Foto https://321foto.com)

Image by Hanna Stevens Creative https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannastevens/

2017 Best Of Borrowed And Blue

Posted on: January 16th, 2017 by Mbenson

 

MBB is honored to win the 2017 Best Live Entertainment at Borrowed And Blue Weddings.  Vender-voted by our peers, this award comes to us for the second straight year. Many appreciations to all our industry colleagues who know what we do, and who deliver many extraordinary events together with us.

Why.We.Don’t.Do.That.

Posted on: October 14th, 2016 by Mbenson

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“Do you plan set lists in advance?” No way. Planning band set-lists ahead of time for moods and crowds you haven’t even felt or seen yet?  Nope. That’s a sure-fire recipe for disaster.  At social event performances I can’t see why anyone would do that – and  Why.We.Don’t.Do.That.Ever.  Instead, I free-flow sets dynamically, calling songs moment by moment for optimal crowd connection.  Result: Non-stop seamless segues and total success. Every time.

(Image by:  Michelle Waite Photography http://photography.michelemwaite.comhttp://www.facebook.com/MicheleMWaite)

My MC vs. his

Posted on: July 4th, 2016 by Mbenson

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I attended a wedding in L.A. with a d.j. and got to sample his emcee style. Why is it so many d.j’s use the “game show host” voice?  I’m just sayin – it’s gotta be classy, not schtick. I do my emcee work respectfully and with style.  Folks are pleased. No game show hosts on my gigs.

Image by Azzura Photography, Seattle http://www.azzuraphotography.com

HONORED AGAIN

Posted on: June 23rd, 2016 by Mbenson

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To all our colleagues, clients, and friends – we THANK YOU for your continuing support in this great honor by Seattle Bride Magazine readers and vendors. Congratulations to all Best Of Bride winners and finalists! See you soon on wedding trail – )

Where do I begin?

Posted on: February 18th, 2016 by Mbenson

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Where do I even begin? It has been an absolute pleasure working with you! You were so kind and helpful with all the announcements, the guests absolutely loved you, and you did an amazing job with the dance. I can’t say thank you enough. I hope to work with you again in the future and best of luck as we head into the 2016 season! – Jocelyn, with The Invisible Hostess  http://www.theinvisiblehostess.com

Image by Jean-Marcus Strole Photography http://www.jean-marcus.com

 

One industry pro to another

Posted on: October 2nd, 2015 by Mbenson

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Image by Greenlight Event Design – Brian Waltz, President

“Michael, it was a pleasure working with your team last weekend. Having seen a lot of other local bands and DJs over the past few years, it really resonated how much MBB connects with the guests and how versatile your brand of entertainment is. MBB stands out to me for many reasons. From being able to play a classy cocktail or dinner set, to being able to sustain the right mix of dance energy for 3+ hours is rare among other forms of entertainment. Being also able to guide the night along with subtle announcements among the sets really helps fill the void from an event missing a dedicated emcee.

I was amazed at the level of energy and passion you guys brought, and that you were able to sustain it until the last song. Your show is worth more than whatever you are charging, raise your rates! From one industry pro to another, I appreciate what you are doing and the quality of your show.”

HAVE THE BEST NIGHT OF YOUR LIFE.