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Heads Up Penny

Heads Up Penny vocalist and drummer performing at a wedding reception

Heads Up Penny · Weddings

Your people.
Your songs.
Your night.

Live music for the moments you’ll remember, from your first dance to the last song everyone sings together.

Based in Raleigh, North CarolinaRead client stories ↗Explore our song list ↗

From the first dance
to the full dance floor.

Give each part of your day its own sound. We’ll help you choose the coverage you need and keep the plan clear before the celebration begins.

  • A reception that brings everyone together

    Live band sets, first dances, announcements and music between sets. We’ll plan the flow around your timeline and the songs you love.

  • Music before the dance floor opens

    Ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner coverage can be added to your booking. Talk with us about recorded music, live acoustic musicians and sound in separate spaces.

  • One song, just for you

    We can learn one special song for your celebration, such as your first dance. We’ll confirm the selection and arrangement with you during planning.

A few nights
we still think about.

Heads Up Penny performing at a wedding reception
Photography by Tom Waldenberg
Heads Up Penny vocalist beneath wedding reception string lights
Photography by Savvy Leigh
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A good night
starts with a good plan.

You know your people. We know how to bring them together through music. We’ll work out the details with you.

  • Tell us about your day

    Start with your date, venue and the kind of celebration you have in mind. We’ll confirm availability and the coverage that fits.

  • Make a plan together

    Once you’re booked, we work through your timeline, music preferences, special moments and venue details with you and your planner.

  • Enjoy your people

    We handle the music and announcements on the agreed timeline, keeping an ear on the room and the dance floor.

In their own words.

“We loved working with Heads Up Penny! Through the planning process, Rushton was responsive, friendly, and accommodating to our various requests and desires. The night of the event, he helped us sort out some last minute first dance questions, played his part as emcee, and the band overall crushed it as far as the main reception was concerned. We've received nothing but rave reviews from guests!”
Liam & LizaECE
“When I tell you my wedding guests are STILL talking about how amazing this band was, I'm not kidding!! We got married in September and I can still remember the energy and fun they brought the entire night. The dance started packed, and stayed packed all night! They even nailed singing a cover of our first dance song. Highly recommend!”
Alexis FeelyGoogle
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A few things
you might be wondering.

For song ideas, browse our repertoire. For the details of your day, we’re happy to talk.

How far in advance should we book?

Popular dates often book a year or more ahead, especially spring and fall Saturdays. If your date is closer, reach out anyway; we sometimes have openings.

Can you learn our first dance song?

Yes. We can learn one special song for your celebration. Tell us your choice and we’ll confirm the arrangement during planning. If you have additional requests, discuss them with us before booking.

Can you cover the ceremony and cocktail hour?

Yes, these can be added to your booking. Options include recorded music and sound coverage or live acoustic musicians. We’ll confirm the locations, timing and setup with you.

Do you bring sound and lighting?

We bring sound equipment and stage lighting for the band. We’ll review your venue, guest count and any separate coverage areas so the setup matches the agreed plan.

Do you play outdoor weddings?

Yes. Tell us about your venue when you inquire so we can work through stage cover, power and a weather plan with you and your venue.

What happens after we inquire?

We confirm availability, talk through your celebration and provide the booking details. Once your date is secured, we plan your timeline, song preferences and special moments together.

Let’s talk about your wedding.

Tell us about your event. We’ll be in touch with availability and pricing.

Opening your inquiry…

Prefer to talk? booking@hupband.com · (919) 449-6208