Modern Bride Unveils the Hottest 150 Bands & DJs Across the Country

Modern Bride Unveils the Hottest 150 Bands & DJs Across the Country

Magazine's First-Ever "Music Special" Names the Best Bands & DJs Rocking-Out a Wedding Near You

Also in the December-January 2006 Modern Bride: The Rise of the "iPod" Trend, Celebrities' Music Picks, Best First-Dance Songs and More

NEW YORK, Oct. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Bride celebrates all things musical in the December-January 2006 magazine with its first-ever music-themed issue featuring the "150 Hot Bands and DJs". After speaking to hundreds of wedding experts, reception managers, event planners and designers across the country to uncover the most popular and talented entertainers, the editors of Modern Bride narrowed the list down to those who really know how to get a party going. Whether you are looking for music that swings, rocks, pops or sways, you will find the perfect choice for your event on the "150 Hot Bands & DJs" list. The magazine goes on sale October 18th.

Included in the list of "Hot Bands & DJs" List:

New York, NY: * Soul Solution: This 11-piece band, which performed at the wedding of Sir Paul McCartney and Heather Mills, is widely recognized by planners for being "more rock" with an "R&B sound".

Los Angeles, CA: * 123 DJs: These Southern California entertainers are praised as "real club DJs who know the rhythm of wedding receptions."

Houston, TX: * Mango Punch: Winner of the "Best Latin Pop Band in Houston" at the 2005 Houston Press Music Awards, this four-person band is known for its "Latin flair."

New Orleans, LA: * Bucktown Allstars: Named "Best Cover Band" by the readers of Offbeat magazine in 2005, this nine-piece R&B band specializes in crowd pleasing soul music from the '60s and classics from the '70s. Though the most of the members experienced water damage in their homes, their instruments are in working order and the band is doing gigs all over the Gulf Coast.

Also in the December-January 2006 "Music Special": "iPod, Therefore I Party":

It's no question that the invention of the Apple "iPod" has revolutionized how we listen to music. With thousands of songs at one's fingertips, it seems that anyone can call themselves a DJ. These insanely popular gadgets are now being used at wedding receptions with some DJs now billing themselves as "iPod DJs". Modern Bride looks at this emerging trend along with the pros and cons of being a "DIY DJ" at your own event.

Celebrity Wedding Music Picks: Kevin Costner & Christine Baumgarter: Requested "Volare" & "Bamboleo" from the Gypsy Kings. Tiger Woods & Elin Nordegren: Hootie & the Blowfish played at their wedding. Travis Barker & Shanna Moakler: Outlawed anything from Michael Jackson or Enya and nixed "The Electric Slide" and "YMCA". Michelle Branch & Teddy Landau: Banned "Shout" and "The Macarena" from their list. Seal & Heidi Klum: A violinist played "Kiss from a Rose" on a Stradivarius.

The Best First-Dance Songs:

Modern Bride Advisory Panel member Deanna Jones of the Deanna Jones Orchestra in New York City gives her picks for the tunes that will get your wedding party out on the dance floor. Some of her top choices include:

* "Sway" by the Pussycat Dolls: Wow your guests with your version of the classic cha-cha.

* "You Are So Beautiful" by Joe Cocker: For a cool twist, perform it as a duet.

* "Ain't That a Kick in The Head" by Dean Martin: A fun alternative to the usual dance tune.

Also included in the music issue: * Song Suggestions for the Bride and her Father (and for the Groom and his Mom). * A look at the "Band and DJ" combo at weddings. * Best Songs for the Last Dance. * Celebrity Event Planner Colin Cowie's Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Band or DJ.

The December/January 2006 issue of Modern Bride is available on newsstands October 18, 2005.

For more information visit www.modernbride.com

Source: Modern Bride

CONTACT: Margo Donohue of Fairchild Publications, Inc., +1-212-630-5815, margo.donohue@fairchildpub.com

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