Philadelphia Funk Authority - Quite simply one of the world's best dance and party bands
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Dear Gary,

"Thanks for your smoking performance on Chevy Sunday Kickoff. Wow! We've been booking local bands for two seasons and your group created the most buzz."

"We received several emails praising the Philadelphia Funk Authority."

"Now the bad news; we will be begging you to play the show every year!!"

"Thanks for everything, see you next year."

Beasley Reece
Sports Director
CBS3
From: JC Brownstein
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 5:50 PM
To: Gary Rivenson
Subject: Thanks to you all!

"Dear Gary, I can't begin to tell you how much fun we all had at Harry's Bar Mitzvah celebration! My friends were blown away and we've been getting calls from everyone and they're all screaming about the "band!" I personally felt like I knew you all forever and that meant so much. I wanted a party where everyone felt connected and comfortable enough that partying like crazy was the only option. You all made that happen and we will never forget how wonderful you were. So now I have to have an event just so I can see you all again! I'm sure that JB feels the same!"

"Make sure that you stay together so that we can have you at Lizzie's wedding, whenever that happens......personally I saw her mother dancing her ass off and I think that we can count on seeing you then for sure!"

We miss you and love you, Judy and Joel
11/15/06 Tribeca Rooftop, New York City

Dear Gary -

Thanks so much for you and the band's fantastic work on our 10/22/06 wedding. We really enjoyed all the music, the event went so smoothly and all the guests had a blast. Some have already asked for your contact info and I'd be happy to be a referral if you ever need it! Thanks for making our wedding so much fun!

Love,

Melanie and James Paddon
Dear Philly Funk Authority,

"We just wanted to say thanks for the terrific job that you guys did at our wedding. The whole day was perfect, and the band was a big part of that! ...we couldn't have possibly found a more perfect band for the occasion."

"We've been to plenty of weddings, and I'm not sure that I can ever remember so many people up on the dance floor for so long."

"We knew from our planning calls with Gary that this band were top notch professionals on every level. We are especially grateful for the time you took to personalize everything for us. The music was the perfect combination of our requests and other tunes that kept everyone dancing all night long. And speaking of the music, the vocals and musicianship were simply amazing."

"Our main goal in finding a band for our wedding was not to find a typical "wedding band", and you guys made that happen. Absolutely nothing corny or cheesy about this band!"

Thanks again!
Brian and Amanda
Dear Philadelphia Funk Authority,

"We want to thank you for the great job you all did for our wedding at the Newark Club (8/12/06)! The music during the cocktail hour and reception was wonderful and our guests are still talking about it! We really enjoyed the Hora you played and I especially liked how the horns came out onto the dance floor and serenaded me during Sir Duke! We hope you enjoyed yourselves as well and we hope to see you sometime soon - only we'll hopefully be the guests raving about how good the band sounds! Thank you again!"

Tara and Shaun Blick
Married Aug 12, 2006 at the Newark Club
Gary,

"I am so sorry it took me a little while to write this email, but things have been a little chaotic after the wedding. I wanted to say thank you so much for all you so much for a job well done. The band was amazing and people are still talking about how great you sounded and how much fun the had at the wedding. I think one of the biggest compliments I heard was that when Glenn and I were doing our first dance someone thought it was a CD and when they looked up it was the band playing. They said you sounded just like the artist who performs the song. I have been telling everyone I know that is getting married around the NJ and PA area to use you it was money well spent. I can't thank you enough for being so easy to work with and so accommodating. Please let everyone know that we are so pleased and let me know if I can write a recommendation for you or if you ever need a reference we would be so happy to be one."

Thank you so much,

The Borgmanns
"I have to thank you for doing such a fantastic job for Stacey. I don't think I have ever seen so many business cards handed out at a job before! I know that she and Rob & their families were thrilled and you could tell by how packed the dance floor was that the guests had a brilliant time. Please extend my appreciation to the entire band. You know, her Dad was telling people during the cocktail hour "wait till you hear the band - they are gonna KICK ASS!" Apparently, you did.

Ms. Fredi Budd
Director of Special Events
From: Richel, Alexis
Sent: Tuesday, November 22, 2005
To: Gary Rivenson
Subject: Hi and Thanks

Hi Gary,

"I know you've heard it before, but I have to tell you how absolutely AMAZING Philly Funk was at our wedding. Don't get me wrong, I knew you guys were good-but I was so impressed, I can't even put it into words. A mere thank you doesn't really cut it."

"You guys really turned the wedding into a party. Everyone kept asking me how I found the band and how great you guys sounded. Vince and I really can't thank you enough."

"I think I've mentioned that I am a publicist at Parade magazine and work with reporters pretty frequently. A reporter friend of mine at The New York Post interviewed me for the Sunday wedding column and I went on and on and raved about Philly Funk! ... I had to give you a plug--you deserve it after the performance at our wedding. I promise you will see Vince and [me] again (most likely with our drunk, dancing friends) at one of your upcoming shows. Thank you so much again and I will talk to you soon."

Alexis
Sept 3, 2005
Dear Gary, George and PFA,

"Thank you for creating the perfect party atmosphere at my wedding! You know you did good when the guests are screaming “One more song” and pooling cash to buy more party time."

"As I knew you would, you made my wedding the ideal celebration. I am honored you are part of my perfect day memories. Thanks for making me the “Dancing Queen”."

"Our best wishes for continued funkiness!"

Shelbi and Jim Gourniak
"David and I want to thank you for making our wedding the most fun night of our lives! We wanted something a little bit different than the average "wedding band" and you really delivered!"

"Once you started, we barely sat down all night and I managed to dance to almost every single song in four inch heels without ending up in the emergency room! We have gotten so many compliments from our guests about how great our band was - you really set the mood for a FUN night that we will never forget! Honestly, how many bands are so good that even the priest ends up boogying on the dance floor?!"

"We'd be happy to talk to anyone who might be interested in having you play at their party. I can't recommend you highly enough!"

Regards,
Erin McDonnell

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"It's clear that it's a combination of the professionalism, focus on customer service, and the incredible talent that will put PFA in the spotlight for years to come!"

Thanks, again!
Christina Amatulli

"Gary – I just wanted to thank you once again for a wonderful night of energy and music. Last night was exactly what we needed to end our Concert Sundaes season. Your enthusiasm for what you do was infectious – your appeal was evident in every age group. You sure know how to get a group jumping. It was FUN! After observing your audience, I’m thinking you should all be very proud of what you do. "

Sam Martin

Souderton Park Concert Sundaes 2005

Dear George, Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What a performance you guys gave us last night.

People have been calling all day saying how great the party was and their first question was "Where did you get that band?"

You were the one's who made wedding special. Leigh and Brett could not have been happier. I am sure you saw it on their faces as well as ours.

Thanks again,
-Ed Rubin

March 2005

"As you know, we were looking for a band that would turn the wedding into a party and your band more than met our expectations. You also received rave reviews from our guests who, as you know, were dancing like lunatics all night long. Please feel free to use both Jackie and myself as references and to have any prospective clients call us or to use this letter as a reference."

Very truly yours,
JONATHAN A. CASS

"We are still getting e-mails and calls from guests raving that our wedding was the "best wedding ever" and wondering were we found such a "hot" band."

"There were so many people on the dance floor, all night long, that some people had to dance outside of the tent, just so they could have room. Even people who claim they "never dance" could not help themselves - PFA's music and energy was infectious!"

"Thank you again for the enthusiasm, responsiveness and professionalism you showed while helping us plan and while playing at our wedding. You truly helped me throw the party of my dreams!"

Shari Gallin Washburn

"Thank you so much for your performance on Saturday night. The band is the greatest catalyst for a good party and you certainly lived up to every one of our expectations! I can't tell you how many people commented on how good PFA was! You've got some big fans in Bucks County and we would love to be a reference for you if you ever need it."

Christina and Rick Shalaby

"Thank you for playing a pivotal role in the success of our wedding. Our guests had a fantastic time and we continue to hear, “The band was awesome!” from everyone. You were successful in getting (and more importantly, keeping) everyone dancing! You have really earned the title, “Funk Authority”!"

Claudia and Dylan Coia

"Thank you so much for being a part of our wedding celebration! We couldn't have asked for a better group of musicians! We know that our reception just wouldn't be the same without PFA rocking the stage. Thanks for being so accommmodating and FUN!"

Darren & Linda Sanborn

"The energy your band exudes is truly infectious and their ability to get the crowd going from the very beginning was impressive. Playing for a crowd of over 700 ranging in age from 19 to 70 is a challenge in itself but when you factor in the ethnic backgrounds from Latino to Polish your work is really cut out for you!! The band's ability to continually entertain such a diverse group was very much appreciated by our managing partners. Their main objective in bringing in live entertainment was to make everyone feel like a part of the event. The Philadelphia Funk Authority made that happen and we appreciate your talent and professionalism."

Sincerely,
Mark Hurewitz
General Manager
Southgate Towers Suites Hotel

"We both wanted to thank you and the band for really making our wedding reception a complete success."

"We also appreciated the professionalism of each and every one of the band members."

"If you need a referral, please give this letter to your prospective client. We would be more than happy to speak with them if they have any questions."

Chuck and Yasmin Godsmark

You guys are so awesome it's beyond description - we couldn't be more thrilled with your performance at our wedding. Everyone is still talking about the band! Thank you so much - hopefully we'll catch another show soon!

Rosa & Chris

"Even my grandmother, who is nearly 80 and experiencing health difficulties, got up to dance once the dance set started. She has her good days and bad, and at the onset of the reception mentioned to me she would not be there for long. Well, that all changed once she heard the music. One of the best gifts of the day for me was seeing her smiling and having fun on the dance floor…..priceless!"

Rolly and Margi Disante