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The Band

I just wanted to tell you what a rockin' night we had! You were awesome. Everyone thought you guys rocked and you in fact made the party! I thank you again...

— Fran Lewbel

Santa Barbara's Area 51 has been the most popular dance band on the South Coast since they formed in 1996. The band's talent and professionalism are renown. Whether you’re looking for a touch of class for your elegant dinner party or you want your guests to dance like there’s no tomorrow, Area 51 will be the highlight of your event.

Area 51 has built a strong and varied play list of the best Funk, Soul, R&B, Motown, and Disco selections from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s through to the present. Their eight- piece lineup includes bass, drums, keyboard, guitar, a horn section to delight and amaze, and six versatile and charismatic vocalists blending harmonies, with both a male and female lead vocalist leading the band.

Members of Area 51 are also some of the finest Jazz and classical musicians in the area, which allows them to offer the best musical services for your ceremonies, cocktail, and dining sets before the dancing begins. Area 51 has performed exciting live music at hundreds of Weddings, Parties, Corporate Events, Festivals, Clubs, Holiday Parties and Award Shows. We love music and are proud to present the finest in live musical entertainment at any affair. You'll Love the fun and excitement that's created when we play live for your wedding, party, club or event.

Area 51 also provides the best professional sound systems and stage lighting packages making your planning that much easier and reducing the number of contractors at your event.