Your Premier Music Booking Partner
“We offer an extensive array of musical ensembles spanning various genres, including premier party bands, wedding music bands, jazz groups, and dance bands, tailored for diverse occasions such as special events, music venues, private parties, festivals, corporate events, and fundraisers.
Tracy Rose, the proprietor of Live Music for Hire, brings forth over three decades of professional musical expertise. He has forged enduring personal and artistic bonds with the Bay Area’s most esteemed and proficient musicians, embodying an unwavering dedication to the pursuit of musical excellence.
Rest assured, we are licensed, insured, and committed to ensuring your complete satisfaction.”
vitality and pure delight.
What People are Saying
“Life of our party!”
“You made Hewlett Packard’s 50th anniversary party a success. Thank you to the entire band for bringing life to the party! We look forward to working with you again in the future.” Morgan HP Inc.
“Always a pleasure”
“Another success!”
“Wonderful music!”
“KGO Radio thanks you for a wonderful performance at our Cure-A-Thon. We received many compliments
about your music!”
Sylvia Ramirez — KGO Radio Event Coordinator
Our Musicians
Variety, Dance band
San Francisco Bay Area’s Favorite Party Band. Weddings, Corporate Parties, Fundraisers, Nightclubs, High Energy Soul Dance Music Performed with Passion and Fire.
Variety band, dance band
Corporate party, celebrations, wedding, or just a fun shindig, Sidepocket fills the dance floor fast! “The ensemble sound hums like a vintage Porsche.” —Contra Costa Times
Jazz, dance band
Tasteful performances of classic and contemporary jazz, pop, and dance music! “This band is first class. Just fantastic!” Sharon Mitchell, Cotati Jazz Festival
Our Featured Band
The Awesome Hotcakes
The most frequently heard comment after a Spike’s Awesome Hotcakes gig goes something like this..
“No one is making this kind of music anymore!” But what, exactly, is “this kind of music?”
Soul. Swing. Rhythm & Blues. Jazz. Jump. It’s a sound that’s classic and simple, but when it’s done right, it hits the spot, and has you grinning from ear to ear.
Give us a call to book them for your special event now!
New Orleans, Zydeco dance
This Cajun, Zydeco, New Orleans R&B band puts on a fantastic show guaranteed to have you on your feet. and are known as “The Band With A Beat That Bites.”
Chicago Blues
Delmark Records recording artist Steve Freund, who’s earned a reputation as one of the hottest players on today’s blues scene. “Masterful, no-nonsense guitar work” Rolling Stone Magazine
New Orleans, Funk, Reggae
THE PULSATORS, prompted a Northern California music magazine to call them “one killer band with irresistible hooks. New Orleans-funky R&B, rock steady reggae and rock-and-roll.
Variety band, dance band
Dallis has performed with Huey Lewis, K.T. Oslin, Bruce Willis, Jesse Colin Young to name just a few. “An amazing talent, Dallis breathes life and light into every word she sings.”
Classic Hits Dance Band
With a repertoire that spans from the 50’s through the hits of today – it’s no surprise that RuMoRs is one of the most popular and fun bands on the circuit today!
Stompy Jones
Jump Swing Dance Band
Stompy Jones is a San Francisco based sextet, renowned for their jumpin’ rhythm, wailing improvisations, hip charm, retro style, and explosive stage show.
Blues India Style
Dynamic frontman & harp player Aki Kumar is a bonafide star among the next generation of West Coast blues artists. The world’s first professional blues player to hail from India.
Boogie Woogie Jump Blues Band
Mitch Woods and His Rocket 88’s are the torch bearers of a great American musical heritage. Taking their inspiration from the great jump n’ boogie outfits.
Soul Shine
Blues, Dance music
Voted the “Best Blues Band” in the North Bay. Wonderful and soulful renditions of familiar blues standards, infectious original tunes. The Soul Shine Blues band has something for everyone.
Variety band, dance band
An entertainer that delivers a stunning, and unforgettable musical experience. “A great voice, and on-the-mark intonation recalling Nancy Wilson” —All About Jazz
Rock n’ Roll Band
If your lookin’ for some butt-rockin’, low down, greasy blues, look no further than Johnny Tsunami & The Hurricanes. These cats are “Blowin’ The Roof Off the Motha!”
Pop, Jazz Band
This group features some of San Francisco Bay’s finest musicians, and performs wonderful renditions of jazz classics that make a special event lively and elegant
R&B Dance Band
A perfect band for parties or weddings needing a wide range of musical styles. Jazz, Pop, Soul, R&B, Latin, etc. Brenda Reed and the band does it all, and with real style
Jazz Band
Noel Jewkes is one of the premier saxophone players in Northern California. Working in the San Francisco Bay Area and has earned a distinguished reputation with jazz lovers.
30′ 40’s Swing Band
This four piece group is sure to fill a dance floor playing wonderful renditions of classic dance music from the 30’s and 40’s.
Country, Blues, Americana
Referred to as America’s jukebox, American traditions of blues, rock, country, and western swing, etc.
Jazz, Pop, Classical
Chris has performed with Bobby Caldwell, The Coasters, The Drifters, Patrick Simmons (Doobie Bros.)and many other national acts.
Variety band, dance band
The Jami Jamison Band provides a music for dance entertainment, or can fill the air with soft sounds on a quiet afternoon.
Country Western
Classic country hits, Hank Williams, Merle Haggard, and much more. The Coronados have been performing in th Bay Area for many years.
Bluegrass, Country
Rovetti has opened shows for Eagles, Willie Nelson, Great American Music Hall, and Colorado’s Telluride Music Festival.
Da Punah Bruddahs
Hawaiian band
Hawaiian music that reflects the sounds, and feelings of the islands. Music from the 1890s up to contemporary Hawaiian music.
Latin, Flamenco
Smooth jazz meets classic and contemporary Brazilian, Spanish and Latin music styles. A wonderful “South of the Border” ambience.
30’s 40’s Swing Band
A lively blend of swing, jump/jive and jazz standards from the ’20s, ’30s and ’40s. We bring good times to any event.
Gypsy Jazz
Passionate, High-energy, gypsy soul-fire acoustic ensemble. Their masterfully rich instrumentation, is both complex and precise, gritty and hot.
R&B, Blues, Soul Band
One of the San Francisco Bay Area’s finest souls singers. Annie belts out the blues and soul tunes that rock the house all night long.
Ron Lacey Group 
Jazz – R&B Dance Band
Toe tapping jazz to R&B dance music. Vocalist and keyboardist extraordinaire Ron Lacey and his group deliver music for everyone.
Classical, Pop Jazz
Classical and popular wedding favorites. Also performs a wide variety of styles, country, tango, waltz, jazz, and even rock and roll!
Folk, Americana
Foxes In The HenHouse is five audacious women with stunning three-part harmonies and mad instrumental skills.
Jazz, Pop, dance band
This group plays a wide range of musical styles, including Jazz, Pop, R&B, etc. A group perfect for events with a diverse crowd.
Sinatra hits
An amazing replication of Frank Sinatra’s voice and mannerisms. Brad performs with quartet, or as a soloist with backing tracks.
Country Western
One of The Bay Areas finest Country Western bands. Guaranteed to keep those boots moving on the dance floor.
MON – FRI 10:00am – 3:00pm 4:00pm – 10:30pm
Music of every style, Jazz, Pop, Dance, Latin, Zydeco, Country, Blues, Swing, R&B, Motown, etc.
Dance bands, party bands, variety bands, wedding music, theme bands, etc.
Wedding Musicians, Dance Bands, Party Bands!
Serving Northern California including
San Francisco Bay Area, Marin, Napa, Napa Valley, Napa Wine Country, Wine Country Entertainment, Sonoma, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, San Jose, Carmel, Santa Rosa, Mill Valley, Tiburon, Monterey.
Let us exceed your expectations, and help you find just the right music for your special event.
Music of every style, Jazz, Pop, Dance, Latin, Zydeco, Country, Blues, Swing, R&B, Motown, etc.
Dance bands, party bands, variety bands, wedding music, theme bands, etc.
Wedding Musicians, Dance Bands, Party Bands!
Serving Northern California including
San Francisco Bay Area, Marin, Napa, Napa Valley, Napa Wine Country, Wine Country Entertainment, Sonoma, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, San Jose, Carmel, Santa Rosa, Mill Valley, Tiburon, Monterey.
We’re here to help you find just the right music
to make your special event
a memorable one.