The soundtrack to your best night ever.
We don't just play music. We create the moment.
Heads Up Penny brings together seasoned musicians whose genuine passion for performance shines through every note. We've mastered the art of reading a room — knowing when to bring the energy sky-high and when to pull it back for the moment. From Bruno Mars to The Beatles, Beyoncé to Chris Stapleton, our repertoire spans every genre because your dance floor should have something for everyone.
We're not just showing up to play a setlist. We collaborate with you to craft the perfect soundtrack — your first dance, your must-play songs, your do-not-play list. Every event gets the full HUP treatment: professional sound, MC services, and a band that genuinely cares about making your night unforgettable.
10+
Years Performing
111+
Five-Star Reviews
100+
Songs in Repertoire
Read the Room
We adjust in real-time. When the floor's on fire, we keep it going. When it's time for a moment, we bring it down.
Your Soundtrack, Your Way
We learn your first dance song, take your requests, and build a setlist around YOUR vision.
More Than Music
Full MC/emcee services, professional sound, ceremony coverage, and smooth coordination all night.
The People Behind the Sound
Rushton Loring
Frontman, MC & Co-Founder
The voice and energy of every HUP show. Rushton has been praised by name in dozens of reviews for his humor, crowd engagement, and ability to keep the dance floor packed from the first song to the last.
Jenn Kaminski-Horak
Vocals, Saxophone & Event Coordinator
Your planning partner from the first inquiry through the last song — responsive, organized, and genuinely invested in making your event perfect. On stage, she brings powerhouse vocals and saxophone that elevate every song.
Mitchell Shaw
Guitar, Sound & Co-Founder
The architect behind HUP. Beyond guitar, Mitchell runs the sound, manages the tech, and built the systems that keep everything running — on stage and off.
Patrick Shaw
Bass & Co-Founder
Nearly a decade of holding it down on bass. Patrick brings the low end that keeps every dance floor moving and has been part of HUP's foundation since the very beginning.
Mikey Meeks
Keys
Mikey brings the keys — from soulful Rhodes to driving synths — adding the layers that make HUP's sound so full and dynamic.
Barrett Certoma
Drums
Barrett drives the pocket behind the kit. Solid, dynamic, and locked in — he keeps the energy exactly where it needs to be all night.
Don't take our word for it.
111+ five-star reviews across Google, The Knot, Facebook, and ECE
“I had the opportunity to see y'all at Surf City today and I loved the music. it was awesome!!! Very good”
— Teresa Johnson
Facebook“These guys did our wedding on Bald Head Island and were top notch! Great selection of music and very accommodating! Highly recommend!!”
— Mark Beesmer
Facebook“Heads Up Penny is truly an amazing band. Terrific musicians, a great song list, and wow these guys know how to make a crowd get up and…”
— Kenneth B.
ECE“Band did a great job! We received a number of compliments and inquiries about their name and how we booked them.”
— Kim T.
ECE“Such a fun band. I really love this band's vibe.”
— Martha Ingram
Facebook“These guys are ridiculously good. Rushton was a pleasure to work with leading up to our wedding, working with us on requests and setting up…”
— Cassie M.
ECE“Absolutely amazing! They kept guests on the dance floor all night and even let the father of the groom get on stage and play his harmonica…”
— Peyton M.
ECE“We had a dry wedding, but it was far from boring. They had EVERYONE on the dance floor for most of the reception. We got SO many compliments…”
— Hannah B.
ECE“AMAZING! We had the best night of our life and definitely have to give credit to Heads Up Penny! They listened to every request we had, were…”
— Nikki O.
ECE“Amazing!!!!!!!! Can't wait to see them again!!! Best band!!!”
— Amy Carey
Facebook“Heads Up Penny was fantastic for the wedding. They absolutely killed it. Thanks for making a special day so enjoyable.”
— Regan S. & JT G.
ECE“You guys were awesome at the Geddie's last night!”
— Garrison Matthews
Facebook“I had the opportunity to see y'all at Surf City today and I loved the music. it was awesome!!! Very good”
— Teresa Johnson
Facebook“These guys did our wedding on Bald Head Island and were top notch! Great selection of music and very accommodating! Highly recommend!!”
— Mark Beesmer
Facebook“Heads Up Penny is truly an amazing band. Terrific musicians, a great song list, and wow these guys know how to make a crowd get up and…”
— Kenneth B.
ECE“Band did a great job! We received a number of compliments and inquiries about their name and how we booked them.”
— Kim T.
ECE“Such a fun band. I really love this band's vibe.”
— Martha Ingram
Facebook“These guys are ridiculously good. Rushton was a pleasure to work with leading up to our wedding, working with us on requests and setting up…”
— Cassie M.
ECE“Absolutely amazing! They kept guests on the dance floor all night and even let the father of the groom get on stage and play his harmonica…”
— Peyton M.
ECE“We had a dry wedding, but it was far from boring. They had EVERYONE on the dance floor for most of the reception. We got SO many compliments…”
— Hannah B.
ECE“AMAZING! We had the best night of our life and definitely have to give credit to Heads Up Penny! They listened to every request we had, were…”
— Nikki O.
ECE“Amazing!!!!!!!! Can't wait to see them again!!! Best band!!!”
— Amy Carey
Facebook“Heads Up Penny was fantastic for the wedding. They absolutely killed it. Thanks for making a special day so enjoyable.”
— Regan S. & JT G.
ECE“You guys were awesome at the Geddie's last night!”
— Garrison Matthews
Facebook“Heads Up Penny was amazing! They were so fun and professional to work with and they blew our expectations away! Our wedding was months ago…”
— Alexa D.
ECE“BOOK HUP!!!! This band rocks(literally) they played at our Daughters wedding this past weekend and exceeded our expectations! They had the…”
— Lisa Pinto-Kwiatkowski
Facebook“Heads Up Penny played at our wedding in September and were absolutely amazing! They will prepare songs you request to play and have such a…”
— Julie S.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny without a doubt was the lasting highlight from our wedding night. The band sounded incredible and their ability to flow…”
— Ryan Patty
Google“Having so much fun with Heads Up Penny at Raleigh's First Friday! Great playlist guys!”
— Andrea Carey
Facebook“They absolutely knocked it out of the park! Our reception would not have been what it was without them, we are so happy with our choice to…”
— Jessica F.
ECE“My husband and I started looking for a wedding band, but no one seemed to fit our style until we found Heads Up Penny. They play everything…”
— Hannah B.
The Knot“These fellas are fantastic! Very entertaining group with a great mix of music for every taste! They rock Topsail Island regularly and never…”
— Don Johnson
Facebook“We booked Heads Up Penny for our June wedding in Fredericksburg, VA and could not be more happy with our decision! The band was the absolute…”
— Jessica F.
The Knot“Saw them play at Imurj in downtown Raleigh. By the end of the night there were probably only a dozen of us left. HUP seems to scratch an…”
— Cameron Drummond
Facebook“FANTASTIC! They were great, not just the music, but the guys were just wonderful.”
— Willow Oaks Country Club
ECE“Such a fun band! We had the best time!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
— Jodee Bell
Facebook“Heads Up Penny was amazing! They were so fun and professional to work with and they blew our expectations away! Our wedding was months ago…”
— Alexa D.
ECE“BOOK HUP!!!! This band rocks(literally) they played at our Daughters wedding this past weekend and exceeded our expectations! They had the…”
— Lisa Pinto-Kwiatkowski
Facebook“Heads Up Penny played at our wedding in September and were absolutely amazing! They will prepare songs you request to play and have such a…”
— Julie S.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny without a doubt was the lasting highlight from our wedding night. The band sounded incredible and their ability to flow…”
— Ryan Patty
Google“Having so much fun with Heads Up Penny at Raleigh's First Friday! Great playlist guys!”
— Andrea Carey
Facebook“They absolutely knocked it out of the park! Our reception would not have been what it was without them, we are so happy with our choice to…”
— Jessica F.
ECE“My husband and I started looking for a wedding band, but no one seemed to fit our style until we found Heads Up Penny. They play everything…”
— Hannah B.
The Knot“These fellas are fantastic! Very entertaining group with a great mix of music for every taste! They rock Topsail Island regularly and never…”
— Don Johnson
Facebook“We booked Heads Up Penny for our June wedding in Fredericksburg, VA and could not be more happy with our decision! The band was the absolute…”
— Jessica F.
The Knot“Saw them play at Imurj in downtown Raleigh. By the end of the night there were probably only a dozen of us left. HUP seems to scratch an…”
— Cameron Drummond
Facebook“FANTASTIC! They were great, not just the music, but the guys were just wonderful.”
— Willow Oaks Country Club
ECE“Such a fun band! We had the best time!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
— Jodee Bell
Facebook100+ songs. Every genre. Every generation.
From the first dance to the last call — we've got the full soundtrack covered.
Pop & R&B
- Dua Lipa
- Michael Jackson
- Maroon 5
- OutKast
- Taylor Swift
- The Killers
- Hall & Oates
- + many more...
Rock
- The Beatles
- Tom Petty
- Eagles
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Fleetwood Mac
- Kings of Leon
- Sublime
- + many more...
Motown & Soul
- Stevie Wonder
- Aretha Franklin
- Earth Wind & Fire
- Marvin Gaye
- Whitney Houston
- Bill Withers
- + many more...
Country & Blues
- Chris Stapleton
- Zac Brown Band
- Garth Brooks
- Tyler Childers
- Lynyrd Skynyrd
- SRV
- + many more...
Plus we'll learn your first dance song and any special requests.
See Full SonglistThree steps to the best night ever.
Inquire
Tell us about your event — date, venue, vibe. We'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Plan Your Soundtrack
Work directly with Jenn and the band to customize your setlist, plan your timeline, and nail every detail.
Dance All Night
Show up, relax, and watch your guests lose their minds on the dance floor. We've got this.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book.
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