Dennis Smith Entertainment

What Dennis Smith Entertainment does

Dennis Smith Entertainment is a privately held, founder-led entertainment management and production firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company curates and produces premium live entertainment experiences for luxury weddings, corporate galas, non-profit fundraisers, and private celebrations, targeting high-net-worth individuals, Fortune 500 executives, event planners, and select institutional clients. Its portfolio encompasses ten branded acts including Party on the Moon (a 12-piece flagship band with 1,000+ shows performed worldwide), Jessie's Girls, Big Swing and the Ballroom Blasters (led by Grammy winner Jerry Freeman), Big Blast and the Party Masters, Club Jam (anchored by Grammy winner DJ Babey Drew), Funk Cake, Q The Band, Royal Experience, C.O.T. Band, and the newer Moon and the Stars supershow production combining 35+ musicians. Services extend beyond performance to include band management, press kits, custom choreography, costume design, programmable motion-graphic dance floors, and special-guest celebrity integrations (e.g., Mark McGrath of Sugar Ray). Distribution is exclusively direct-sales via the company website and dedicated client service staff, with quote-based pricing that varies by event scope, performer count, customization, and duration. The firm has expanded into adjacent media with a published book, feature documentary, podcast series, and an upcoming master class, while maintaining registered trademarks across its branded band portfolio.

Name

Dennis Smith Entertainment

Legal name

Dennis Smith Entertainment

Website

https://dennissmithentertainment.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dennis Smith Entertainment curates and produces premium live entertainment for luxury weddings, corporate galas, and private events, managing a portfolio of branded party bands including Party on the Moon, Jessie's Girls, and Moon and the Stars.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Entertainment Services

NAICS

Musical Groups and Artists (711130), Performing Arts Companies (7111), Other Performing Arts Companies (71119)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Party DJ, Music & Audio Services (HSACACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Weddings & Related Celebrations (Receptions, Engagements) (MPAGAHAJ), Corporate Meetings & Conferences (Internal/External Business Events) (MPAGAHAA), Private Social Events (Birthdays, Anniversaries, Private Parties) (MPAGAHAI), VIP Hospitality & Client Entertainment (Boxes, Suites, Hosted Experiences) (MPAGAHAG), Awards Ceremonies & Recognition Events (MPAGAHAF)

Keywords

• Live event entertainment
• Party bands
• Wedding entertainment
• Corporate event music
• Event planning services

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Premium Party Band Entertainment Services: The company curates and produces live entertainment experiences for events including weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Revenue is generated through booking fees for their portfolio of bands and performers, with pricing based on event scope, customization requirements, performer count, and event duration.
2. Band Management and Representation: Dennis Smith Entertainment represents and provides business and marketing management to musical groups, bands, musicians and dancers. This includes promotion to event planners, corporations and individuals, rehearsal space, costumes, choreography, and gig logistics.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Dennis Smith Entertainment provides live music and party band performances for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. The company also offers event planning services to coordinate entertainment and atmosphere for client occasions. Founded by Dennis Smith and headquartered in Atlanta, USA, the firm focuses on delivering entertainment experiences for special events.

Product overview

Dennis Smith Entertainment is a portfolio of premium live entertainment brands offering bespoke party bands, musical acts, and event entertainment services. The portfolio includes flagship bands Party on the Moon® (America's #1 Party Band) and Jessie's Girls® (high-energy musical magic), along with Big Swing and The Ballroom Blasters®, Big Blast and The Party Masters® (created by Grammy winner Jerry Freeman), Club Jam (urban club-style combo with DJ Babey Drew), Funk Cake (New Orleans-style brass), Q The Band, Royal Experience, and C.O.T. Band. Services include band management, press kits, Club Concepts intimate shows, Moon and the Stars™ mega-supershow (35+ musicians), Country Western Experience, and event consultation content including podcast, book, movie, and Master Class. The company delivers three-hour non-stop shows with professional choreography, custom costumes, and over 100 customized songs for discerning clients including U.S. Presidents, celebrities, and Fortune 500 companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Party on the Moon: America's #1 Party Band - Nationally recognized as America's #1 Corporate and Private Party Band, performing over 1,000 shows worldwide.
• Jessie's Girls
• Big Swing and the Ballroom Blasters
• Big Blast and the Party Masters
• Club Jam
• Funk Cake
• Moon and the Stars
• Club Concepts

Products and services

• Party Band Performances
• Event Planning Services
• Wedding Entertainment
• Corporate Event Entertainment Live music and band entertainment services designed for corporate events, galas, and business functions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Performed over 1,000 shows worldwide for high-profile clients
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Zen ArtsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEntertainment production company located in Los Angeles that provides live performers including firebreathers, contortionists, and aerialists for custom events. Zen Arts collaborates with Dennis Smith Entertainment for spectacle-level custom entertainment options.
• Mark McGrath (Sugar Ray)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecial Guest Vocalist option available for events. Mark McGrath performs up to four of his Top 10 songs such as 'Fly,' 'Every Morning,' 'When It's Over,' and 'Someday.' Also available for VIP meet and greet.
• Hornz UnlimitedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrass section collaboration for performances, bringing professional horn players to enhance the live sound experience at events.
• Phat StradminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFeatured as part of the Moon and the Stars supershow production, combining talent for larger events and venues.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Elan Artists: Talent agency representing party, dance, and specialty bands for weddings, corporate, and private events in the U.S. Closely comparable in core offering (live bands for events) and GTM (event-planner relationships), competing for the same HNW clients.
• East Coast Entertainment: Event entertainment company offering a roster of live bands, DJs, and specialty acts for weddings and corporate events. Directly comparable in business model (multi-band portfolio with event-planner GTM) and high-end positioning.
• Element Music Entertainment: Premium wedding and event band company with a roster of high-energy bands and specialty acts. Closely comparable to Dennis Smith Entertainment in product, target customer (wedding/corporate), and premium brand positioning.
• Spinners Entertainment: Specialty event entertainment provider for weddings, corporate, and private events, including bands, DJs, and production services. Directly comparable in event entertainment portfolio and target market.
• The Funktion Artists: Premium party and wedding band collective offering multiple live music acts for private and corporate events. Comparable in multi-band model and HNW/corporate target audience.
• Hank Lane Music & Productions: Long-established U.S. provider of premium live bands and production services for weddings, corporate galas, and private events. Directly comparable to Dennis Smith Entertainment in product (party/corporate bands), target customer (HNW and Fortune 500 event planners), and high-end positioning.
• On The Beat Entertainment: Premium live band and DJ entertainment provider for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Comparable product portfolio (multi-act band roster, DJs, full event production) and target client base to Dennis Smith Entertainment.

Broad incumbents

• Live Nation Entertainment: Global live entertainment conglomerate producing concerts, festivals, and corporate/private event experiences. Comparable in serving the live entertainment market, though operating at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio than DSE's bespoke private events focus.

Emerging players

• 84West Studios: Live event entertainment and production provider focused on weddings and corporate events with bands, DJs, and lighting production. Comparable in service mix though typically mid-market versus DSE's premium positioning.
• Found Entertainment: Premium wedding and corporate event entertainment provider offering curated bands, DJs, and production services. Comparable in curated multi-act model and premium positioning though smaller in scale than DSE.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@DennisSmithEntertainment
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dennis-smith-entertainment
• Instagraminstagram.com/dennissmithentertainment

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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