Joel Nelson Productions: Bay Area Event Planning, DJs and Live Music

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The Sun Kings

With a repertoire of over 100 songs, the Sun Kings shine with spot-on arrangements and vocal harmonies, delivered with a driving energy that recalls the earliest Beatle shows...

Boyz Nite Out

For over 12 years, Boyz Nite Out has electrified audiences with its musical talent and impressive style. Specializing in cover, original, pop, and golden oldies, BNO uses its all-vocal abilities - no instruments - to tantalize audiences all over the country. BNO's wealth of experience makes it a true entertainment value for any concert or occasion...

Fast Times

From A-Ha to Young MC, every song is an instantly recognizable hit guaranteed to get audiences on their feet and celebrating. From the birth of new wave and the dominance of synth-pop to the ragged edge of rock and the dawn of alternative, Fast Times covers it all...

Aja Vu

The San Francisco-based Aja Vu band performs the music of Steely Dan! The Aja Vu show recreates the combination of rock, jazzy blues and unique storytelling that has made the Steely Dan sound endure throughout pop culture for 30+ years...

Mick Martin

For the sixth straight year, Real Blues magazine of Canada has honored Mick Martin and the Blues Rockers as Best West Coast Blues Band, a real coup considering the hard-core traditionalist attitude of its founder/editor, Andy Grigg...

Those Dueling Pianos

Those Dueling Pianos is a rockin’ good time for the audience and the performers! We play the fun songs you want to hear, and encourage you to sing, clap, and laugh along. At your request, we will also make time to give a few light-hearted roasts to friends and family...

Mitch Woods

Mitch Woods and His Rocket 88s have been the torchbearers of a great American blues musical heritage, not for two years but two decades. Taking their inspiration from the great jump n' boogie outfits of the late 40s and early 50s, they breathe fresh life into the music that gave birth to rock n'roll. Woods styled his group after the jumpin' n' jivin', shoutin' n' honkin', pumpin' n' poundin' bands of Louis Jordan, Wynonie Harris, Joe and Jimmy Liggins, Amos Milburn, and Roy Milton.

Broken English Band

Broken English is a high energy dance band that takes you on a Caribbean musical cruise you can't resist. BEB's music will transport you to white sand beaches with hot tropical pulsating rhythms. Their harmonious vocals and blend of exotic instruments add a dose of spice to this truly musical banquet.

Alison Sharino Band

Alison Sharino is an amazing and versatile vocalist for wedding ceremonies, nightclubs, corporate events, fundraisers, festivals or any other event. Her song list spans over six decades and features Rock, Pop, Folk, Motown, Disco, Country, Swing, Big Band, Latin, Jazz, Blues, Opera, Show Tunes and even current hits. Clients may choose which musical styles they prefer...

Floorshakers

While at heart, their influences include legendary bands and musicians such as Earth Wind & Fire, Tower of Power, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Confunkshun and Santana, you'll be sure to hear all kinds of music from The Floorshakers from a variety of genres that will keep the paryy moving...