Business Details
48 Years
experience
Premier Event Entertainment Services in New York
Hank Lane Music has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for private events since 1978. Founded by renowned bandleaders Hank Lane, DeeAnn Cowart, and Marc Stevens, our company was built on the principle of delivering music performed to perfection for weddings, corporate events, and charitable galas. With over four decades of experience, we exclusively represent top-tier talent, including award-winning bands, professional DJs, and specialty entertainers who bring unmatched energy and versatility to every occasion. Our full-service approach extends beyond music, offering custom lighting, staging, and audio/visual solutions to ensure seamless event execution. Recognized by The Knot, WeddingWire, and New York Magazine as the premier provider of dance bands in NYC, we combine generational expertise with innovative production to create unforgettable celebrations.Our dedicated team prioritizes personalized service, ensuring clients receive tailored recommendations and logistical support from initial consultation to event completion. With a roster featuring diverse genres from Motown to modern Top 40, we guarantee entertainment that resonates with every guest. As an industry leader, we maintain rigorous standards for talent selection, ensuring every performance exceeds expectations while adhering to strict professional and ethical guidelines. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by decades of repeat clients, venue partnerships, and five-star reviews across major platforms.
Services
Wedding Bands
Professional DJs
Ceremony Ensembles
Event Production
Specialty Entertainment
Celebrity Talent
Party Extras
Lighting & Staging
Audio/Visual Packages
Custom Dance Floors
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in event entertainment.
- Our talent includes top-tier bands, DJs, and specialty performers.
- We offer full-service event production solutions.
- Our team provides personalized assistance from planning to execution.
- Recognized as the best dance bands in NYC by leading review sites.
What people say
Amazing performance
Top-tier talent
Excellent service
Unforgettable experience
Highly recommend
Services
Wedding Bands
Our wedding bands deliver high-energy performances spanning multiple genres including contemporary hits, rock, Motown, and jazz. Each ensemble combines professional musicianship with crowd-reading expertise to keep guests dancing throughout the event. With customizable setlists and ceremony music options, these bands create tailored experiences that match couples' unique styles and preferences.
Professional DJs
Our experienced DJs specialize in reading crowds and mixing tracks across all musical genres to maintain perfect energy levels. Equipped with state-of-the-art sound systems and lighting, they provide seamless transitions between music, announcements, and special moments while adapting to evolving guest preferences throughout the event.
Event Production
We offer comprehensive production solutions including custom lighting design, staging construction, and audio/visual equipment rentals. Our technical experts create immersive environments through LED walls, intelligent lighting systems, and premium sound packages that enhance any entertainment performance and venue atmosphere.
Specialty Entertainment
Our specialty entertainment roster features acrobats, gospel singers, ethnic music ensembles, and themed performers. These unique acts provide memorable experiences through cultural performances, interactive shows, and distinctive musical presentations that differentiate events and create lasting impressions for guests.
Celebrity Talent
We book established celebrity entertainers for high-profile events through direct industry connections. Our team coordinates logistics, contracts, and performance details for artists and television personalities, ensuring seamless integration with event production requirements and client expectations.
Questions
What types of events do you cater to?
We specialize in weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, corporate events, charity fundraisers, and social gatherings of all sizes.
Can you accommodate special music requests?
Yes, our bands learn specific songs and customize setlists to match your preferences and event atmosphere.
Do you provide equipment for events?
We offer full production packages including lighting, staging, sound systems, and custom dance floors.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead, though we accommodate shorter timelines when possible.
Are your performers insured?
All our talent and equipment comes with comprehensive liability insurance coverage.
What if I need to change my event details?
Our team works flexibly to adjust timelines, music selections, and production elements as plans evolve.
Reviews (4)
Allan Luftig
Nov 01, 2021
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Our sons wedding on Oct 1 2021 at Hamilton Farm had the best wedding band Ive ever heard. When you look around the ballroom and only see a few people sitting you know its rocking. Fabulous thats all I can say, worth every dollar
Jessica A.
Aug 13, 2021
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We got Brooklyn Sound for our wedding in May, and they were absolutely amazing! We downsized from 200 to 35 people, and we werent sure what the energy was going to be like with a small wedding. I shouldnt have given it a second thought because Jonny and Brooklyn Sound did an incredible job keeping the energy high and making sure everyone had a great time. By the end, I forgot there were only 35 people under our tent. They contributed so much to making our day special, and I cant thank them enough! The owner of Hank Lane was also extremely flexible with the ups and downs of COVID planning
Joan Cintron
Jun 14, 2021
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What can I say about the Russ Bennett band.captivating, amazing, entertaining, professional, off the charts of fun!!! I have no doubts that The Russ Bennett Band helped to make my daughters wedding come to life. I highly recommend them!!!!!
Elizabeth Fasano
Aug 08, 2019
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We hired Brooklyn Sound for our wedding on 5/11/19. We heard that they were good but that is an understatement! Jonny Hirsch and the rest of the band are super talented musicians who had all of our guests on the dance floor for the entire wedding! They had amazing energy and played a variety of genres. When our guests chanted one more song the band politely obliged and played one last song. It was a great memory to end our night. Our guests could not stop raving about the band and how amazing they sounded! Jonny met with my husband and I a few weeks before the wedding to better understand
