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John Polino
- Winthrop, MA
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels up to 3 hours
- Rates starting at $300
Overview
I am a Guitarist/Vocalist who specializes in providing popular, upbeat music for all occasions. From Elvis to Imagine Dragons, I've got it covered.
Whether you're looking for a "Singer/Songwriter" vibe using only guitar & vocal or a "Live Band" feel with background tracks and stage lighting, I can make it happen.
I'll work with you to make sure the vibe is exactly what you want. Thanks, John
24 Reviews
We all loved having John sing and play guitar at our family birthday party with kids and adults ranging from 7 months to 77 years old!
Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Hillary, thank you so much for the kind review. You have an amazing family and I enjoyed entertaining you all.
John
John sang the perfect music for our corporate holiday party. We invited John to join us during our sit down dinner and he made a mixed tape that was perfect which he played while we all ate.
John Polino was amazing! So much talent and so kind! We had him perform at our wedding welcome party and it was everything we envisioned and more. He even went above and beyond to sing acoustic outside at a bonfire- spur of the moment. It was definitely a highlight of our wedding weekend.
Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Sarah, thanks so much for the kind words and for allowing me to be a small part of your amazing event! Your party from top to bottom was amazing... your family and friends, the venue, the food, that view and the bonfire all added to the incredible vibe. I hope your big day was all the you imagined it would be. Thank you again!
John
John Polino is a very talented singer and acoustic guitarist. I hired him for an event and couldn’t have been happy with his performance!! We wanted singer songwriter vibe and he had a great repertoire of easy listening and fun music that he shared with us!! In addition he was very professional to work with, on time and very personable, the whole process was very smooth.
Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Rose, thank you very much for the kind words. You and whole group was fantastic to entertain and work with! Please let me know if you are ever throwing another party. It was a blast!
John Polino was fantastic to work with! He was so helpful in the booking stages and was so professional throughout the entire process. The day of the event he was prompt and made our event even better than we could have imagined. His set list perfect for all ages and he sounded like a full band. Would definitely recommend him for any event needing great music!
Singing Guitarist, One Man Band
Response from John Polino:
Thank you so much Jackie. You, your famaily and friends made it easy. I felt like an invited guest.
John was a consummate artist, was professional, came on time and performed well! 60 mins passed by so quickly, the audience craved for me. John is on my speed dial for upcoming gigs!
Thank you John
Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Arun, thank you so much for inviting me to be part of your celebration. You made me feel like a guest! I hope to perform for you all again sometime soon.
John was amazing, we had a pig roast event and he set up quickly, played great songs, and was extremely professional. We have a very picky membership and they all raved about him!
One Man Band
Response from John Polino:
Olivia, thank you so much for the kind words. Your staff and members were all extremely friendly and supportive. Hope to work with you again soon.
John joined us for my 40th birthday beach bash. It was amazing! He sang incredible songs and everyone kept complimenting him all night!
Thank you so much, john!
John was easy to work with and everyone at the party raved about the performance. I would absolutely book him for any future events we have !!
One Man Band
Response from John Polino:
Thank you so much Missy! You have an amazing group of family and friends and I was honored to be a small part of The festivities. Hope to entertain you guys again in the near future.
We hired John for a bday party at our house. John did a great job, our guests really enjoyed his songs and voice. He was super easy to work with and had excellent communication. If you hire John, you will not be disappointed.
Guitarist, One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
After seeing Johns demos on gig salad we decided he would be a good fit for our employee appreciation party. I have to say he far exceeded our expectations. Everyone enjoyed his performance and it really made our party a hit. John was also very personable, we'll be trying to catch him in the area!
Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Thank you for the kind words, and for allowing me to be a part of your employee appreciation party! Hope to see you again soon!
After a ton of work researching different musicians, I decided upon John. John was very easy to work with. He was communicative about details and playlist and wants to do a good job meeting your needs for your event. Music was played at appropriate volume so guests could still talk; yet John will read your audience and pump things up with sing-a-longs etc. if that is the vibe. I can’t tell you how many of my guests asked “Wow, where did you find this guy?” My husband commented how many times he sounded just like original artist. 100% hire John! You and your guests won’t be disappointed.
Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Thank you so much Debbie! Thank you for allowing me to be part of your husband's 60th birthday celebration. Your friends and family were fantastic!
We hired John to play at our house for a private party with a good mix of kids and adults and it was the best decision. All my guests were so impressed and couldn't stop raving about how good he was. He played both of our specific requests. One of them he learned that morning and he absolutely nailed it. Im so happy with my choice in choosing John to play at my event, he made is very memorable for sure. Do not hesitate to hire him!
Singing Guitarist
Fantastic voice, great guitar chops, and awesome song selection made for a super fun time at Pub49 last night!!!
My friends and I couldn't stop "singing" and "dancing" (LOL). One great tune after the next. Can't wait for John's next performance.
Well done, sir!!!
One Man Band
Response from John Polino:
Wow, thank you so much Steve. Hope to see you at another show soon.
John was wonderful. When he was asked if he knew a particular song and didn’t, he looked it up and played it DJ style. He was wonderful.
Singing Guitarist
He was really great! Loved his voice. He sang songs that everyone knew and a couple of sing alongs! Everyone was complimenting us on our choice of singers!
Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Thank you Doreen. I had a great time at your party. Thank you for letting me be a part of it.
John was our musician for my wife's 40th birthday at our house. We had a mix of kids and adults and John absolutely hit the mark! He went above and beyond and even learned a new track my wife had requested. Would definitely recommend him for any occasion.
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Michael, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your wife's 40th birthday. You, along with your friends and family were a pleasure to work with. Hopefully we can do it again soon.
Everyone raved about Jon at our Apres Ski themed outdoor party! I had no less than 15 people ask for his contact information before the party was over. His vocals were spot on, song choice attuned to the audience, and didn’t stop to take a break! He was professional and easy and to work with throughout the process. We now have to think of some events for which we can hire him again. You cannot go wrong with Jon!
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Thank you so much Sharon. You guys really know how to throw a party!
John was a complete pleasure to work with. Very business-like and super accommodating. AND he is a fabulous musician bringing a wonderful talent to our gathering. We had about 40 people for a corporate event and John was a perfect fit. I look forward to working with John again.
Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Allison,
Thank you very much for the opportunity to entertain your co-workers. What a great bunch of people! I look forward to working with you in the future.
Thank you again,
John
John was amazing and did a great job! I will be using his services again!
Singing Telegram, Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Thanks Jeff! It was my pleasure. -John
John made the party!!! Such a great talented musician! So personable and interactive. Awesome vocals and unbelievable guitar skills! He had the crowd up dancing, singing and going throughout the night! Can’t wait to have him back!!!
Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
James, thank you so much for the kind words and for inviting me into your home to party with your friends and family. I only provided the soundtrack wow your guests provided the energy. You throw one hell of a party! Can't wait to do it again.
John was great he played continually for the two hour set. Very professional right on key good selection of songs from Elvis to Imagine Dragons
Singing Guitarist
John was a great singer and guitarist for my cousins engagement party. He was kind and was very willing to take many song requests. John played a variety of music genres, so I would definitely recommend him for any type of event.
Guitarist, One Man Band, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from John Polino:
Thank you for having me Hannah! You have a wonderful family!
As a member of the Events Industry, I have certainly seen my share of musicians. From Jazz quartets, solo vocalists, to acoustic guitarists I have seen it all. Last week I had the privilege of attending an industry event where John was performing and I was honestly blown away. The song selection was the perfect mix of current hits and classics, and Johns voice and guitar playing was amazing! It literally just draws you in. I am pretty sure he was hired to provide background music as this was a networking event, however as I looked around the room most of the attendees just stopped to watch him. I assure you this is very rare for these kinds of events. I approached him when he was done to tell him how much I enjoyed his performance and was equally impressed with his humbleness and professionalism. Needless to say, if I ever need an acoustic act for an event John is my guy. Thanks so much for keeping me entertained, and thanks again for being so wonderful to talk to. 5 stars all around!
Guitarist
Booking Info
Price Range: Rates starting at $300
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
What to Expect
In most cases I will arrive at the performance location approximately 30 - 45 minutes ahead of the scheduled start time. Set up typically takes me about 10 minutes. I require minimal power and space. During a typical 3 hour gig, I would perform 3, 45-50 minute sets and provide pre-recorded music during set breaks.
About
Hello Live Music Fan,
I have been singing, playing guitar and entertaining audiences for almost 30years. I've played in some of Boston's most popular cover bands (Hot Mess, Dick n Jane, Fat Tuesday) and have travelled across New England and abroad to play some large, high profile gigs and some small, intimate performances. I have the ability and experience to read an audience and tailor my set list to needs and vibe of the event. Whether it's a classic Zeppelin tune, a folksy singer-songwriter standard or re-vamped 80's Hit, I do my best to touch upon many different genres of music to keep listeners of all ages engaged and entertained. If drinks are flowing and people are singing along, then it's time for the "sing-a-longs" (i.e. Brown Eyed Girl, Margaritaville, Chicken Fried, etc.). If I am required to be more "in the background", then I draw from my vast catalog of classic songs from the 60s through today to add ambiance to your event.
Bottom line is that I will not try to "steal the show"...unless you want me to.
My musical equipment is top of the line and compact. I don't take up much space and I can play as loud or as quiet as situation calls for, and I love taking requests.
I will work with you from start to finish, and return all calls and emails in a timely manner. This is a very fun job, and I take it very seriously! Can't wait to play for you!
Best,
John
Services Offered
Set List
3 AM - MATCHBOX 20
All For You - SISTER HAZEL
American Girl - TOM PETTY
Ant's Marching - DAVE MATTHEWS
Black - PEARL JAM
Blackbird - THE BEATLES
Blue on Black - KENNY WAYNE SHEPPARD
Born to Run - BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
Boys of Summer - DON HENLEY
Breakdown - TOM PETTY
Breakeven - THE SCRIPT
Breathe - ANNA NALICK
Brian Wilson - BARENAKED LADIES
Broken Halos - CHRIS STAPLETON
Brown Eyed Girl - VAN MORRISON
Budapest - GEORGE EZRA
Carolina in my Mind - JAMES TAYLOR
Castle on a Hill - ED SHEERAN
Chicken Fried - ZAC BROWN BAND
Closer to Fine - INDIGO GIRLS
Closing Time - SEMISONIC
Colder Weather - ZAC BROWN BAND
Collide - HOWIE DAY
Come on Get Higher - MATT NATHANSON
Crash - DAVE MATTHEWS
Crazy - GNARLES BARKLEY
Cruise - FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE
Dancing in the Dark - BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
Danny's Song - LOGGINS AND MESSINA
Die a Happy Man - THOMAS RHETT
Don't Dream It's Over - CROWDED HOUSE
Down Under - MEN AT WORK
Drift Away - DOBIE GRAY
Drive - INCUBUS
Easy - THE COMMODORS
Elderly Woman... - PEARL JAM
Elenor Rigby - THE BEATLES
Fire and Rain - JAMES TAYLOR
Free Fallin' - TOM PETTY
Give a Little Bit - SUPERTRAMP
Gone, Gone, Gone - PHILLIP PHILLIPS
Good Love is on the Way - JOHN MAYER
Handle with Care - THE TRAVELLING WILBURYS
Here Comes The Sun - THE BEATLES
Hey Jealousy - GIN BLOSSOMS
Hide Your Love Away - THE BEATLES
Ho Hey - THE LUMINEERS
Home - MICHAEL BUBLE
Home - PHILLIP PHILLIPS
How Sweet it is - JAMES TAYLOR
I am The Highway - CHRIS CORNELL
I Will Wait - MUMFORD AND SONS
I'll Be - EDWIN MCCAIN
I'm Still Standing - ELTON JOHN
I'm Yours - JASON MRAZ
If You Could Only See - TONIC
In My Life - THE BEATLES
In your Eyes - PETER GABRIEL
Inside Out - EVE 6
Into The Mystic - VAN MORRISON
Jack and Dianne - JOHN MELLENCAMP
Jessie's Girl - RICK SPRINGFIELD
Just Like Heaven - THE CURE
Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars
Just The Way You Look Tonight - FRANK SINATRA
Kyrie - MR. MISTER
Lean On Me - BILL WITHERS
Let Her Cry - HOOTIE & THE BLOWFISH
Let My Love Open The Door - PETE TOWNSHEND
Life by the Drop - STEVIE RAY VAUGHN
Living on a Prayer - BON JOVI
Losing my Religion - R.E.M.
Love The One Your With - STEPHEN STILLS
Lovely Day - BILL WITHERS
Loving You Easy - ZAC BROWN BAND
Margaritaville - JIMMY BUFFET
Maybe it's Time - BRADLEY COOPER
Mean to Me - BRETT ELDREDGE
Melt with You - MODERN ENGLISH
Moondance - VAN MORRISON
Mrs. Robinson - SIMON & GARFUNKLE
Needle and the Damage Done - NEIL YOUNG
Night Moves - Bob Seger
Norwegian Wood - THE BEATLES
Nothing Compares to U - PRINCE / SINEAD O'CONNOR
Nutshell - ALICE IN CHAINS
Old Apartment - BARENAKED LADIES
Old Man - NEIL YOUNG
Only The Good Die Young - BILLY JOEL
Overkill - MEN AT WORK
Pinball Wizard - THE WHO
Pinch Me - BARENAKED LADIES
Pink Houses - JOHN MELLENCAMP
Plush - STONE TEMPLE PILOTS
Pride & Joy - STEVIE RAY VAUGHN
Radioactive - IMAGINE DRAGONS
River of Deceit - MAD SEASON
Rocket Man - ELTON JOHN
Rule The World - TEARS FOR FEARS
Running on Empty - JACKSON BROWNE
Shanty - JONATHAN EDWARDS
She Talks To Angels - THE BLACK CROWES
Shooting Star - BAD COMPANY
Simple man - LYNYRD SKYNYRD
Sledgehammer - PETER GABRIEL
Soulshine - THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND
Subdivisions - RUSH
Sweet Caroline - NEIL DIAMOND
Sweet Home Alabama - LYNYRD SKYNYRD
Take it Easy - THE EAGLES
Take On Me - A-HA
Tempted - SQUEEZE
TennesseyWhiskey - CHRIS STAPLETON
The A Team - ED SHEERAN
The Downeaster Alexa - BILLY JOEL
The Fool on the Hill - THE BEATLES
The Letter - THE BOX TOPS
The Middle - JIMMY EAT WORLD
The Rising - BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
The Way it Is - BRUCE HORNSBY & THE RANGE
The Way You Make Me Feel - MICHAEL JACKSON
These days - JACKSON BROWNE
Times Like These - FOO FIGHTERS
Tiny Dancer - ELTON JOHN
Toes - ZAC BROWN BAND
Trouble - RAY LAMONTAGNE
Twin Rocks Oregon - SHAWN MULLINS
Use Me -BILL WITHERS
Viva la Vida - COLDPLAY
Wagon Wheel - DARIUS RUCKER
Waiting For My Real Life To Begin - COLIN HAY
Wake Me Up - AVICII / ALOE BLACC
Walkin' in Memphis - MARC COHN
What Would You Say - DAVE MATTHEWS
When I fall - BARENAKED LADIES
Whipping Post - Allman Brothers Band
Whiskey& You - CHRIS STAPLETON
Who Say You Can't Go Home - BON JOVI
Why Georgia Why - JOHN MAYER
Wild World - CAT STEVENS
Wildflowers - TOM PETTY
Without You - KEITH URBAN
Wonderwall - OASIS
Won't Get Fooled Again - The Who
Woodstock - JONI MITCHELL
You & Tequila - KENNY CHESNEY
You Are The Best Thing - RAY LAMONTAGNE