Big Ray and the Kool Kats provide customized entertainment services for many other events and occasions, ranging from Christmas specials to Fourth of July concerts, formal balls including 6 presidential inaugural balls, debutante balls, and more. You will find us every December playing with Matt Lewis in Christmas with Elvis Matt has been named “Best [...]
You are lucky to be planning your wedding in Richmond, VA. There is no shortage of elegant venues to host your wedding or event. As one of America's oldest cities, the culture, art, and history here are unmatched. Richmond attracts many with its wide range of diverse entertainment and attractions, including the elegant, high end [...]
There are three songs at your wedding that are undoubtedly the most important when thinking about music. The Processional Everyone knows that ancient organ tune, "Here Comes the Bride," by Richard Wagner signifies that the bride is walking down the aisle and so forth. Nowadays, brides march to their own beat. Processional songs have varied [...]
PLANNING THE LIVE MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT PARTS OF YOUR WEDDING DAY IS VERY IMPORTANT. It’s the next thing in line after you’ve chosen your wedding venue, picked your caterers and decided on a theme. Picture your wedding ceremony being over, you’ve taken your photographs, and now it’s time for your reception. Can you think of anything that is better than dancing to live music... Click on the title to read more!
I get asked this all the time. While there is no question that the cost of a great band will impact your budget, I want you to ask yourself some questions when deciding to book a band and what part of your overall budget should be allotted... Click on the title to read more!
IT ALL STARTED WITH A WASHINGTON DC BRIDE AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WOMEN IN THE ARTS. We were just a little shook when we learned she worked for Wedding Wire and The Knot... Click on the title to read more!
BIG RAY AND THE KOOL KATS HAS HAD THE HONOR OF WORKING WITH MARY WILSON ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION. Mary Wilson, one of the founding members of The Supremes... Click on the title to read more!
HOW GREAT TO HAVE ONE OF OUR COUPLE'S WEDDINGS PICKED UP BY WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE. Big Ray and the Kool Kats, one of Washington DC's most popular wedding bands was delighted to celebrate with a couple who clearly loved their dog, Jolene... Click on the title to read more!
I believe the music and entertainment for your wedding is the #3 decision you need to make. Before food, before decor, before types of alcohol (or not), before flowers, etc.. Here's are my top 3 decision points... Click on the title to read more!