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JT Rooney
- Clinton, NJ
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels up to 60 miles
- $150 and up
Overview
2018 Hunterdon Happening's "Most Happening" Entertainer!
I am a solo acoustic guitarist and vocalist with vast experience performing an eclectic mix of cover songs. I have experience in playing private and public parties, including weddings, cocktail hours, corporate events, fundraisers, bars, restaurants, cafes, and car shows. My love of music and positivity are infectious and come across in my performances. I’m happy to provide background entertainment or be a feature, whatever you need. I can also provide duo, trio, or any configuration of band entertainment, as well as original music, just let me know!
21 Reviews
JT was fantastic!! Beautiful music, great performance and just a really nice person to know and work with! We couldn’t be happier!
Singing Guitarist
Response from JT Rooney:
Hi Kathie, it was great to meet you and I enjoyed collaborating with Leslie & Mike! Thank you for your wonderful feedback and the chance to be part of such a special day!
Hard to sum up in a couple of sentences. Had JT perform for my son’s first birthday party…his music was a difference maker. Changed the day. Great guy, great music, great company. A lot of classic rock with some of his own renditions of various genres and artists thrown in, which were excellent and earned remarks from my family. Checked in with me several times before the event just to keep in touch and tune his playlist to our liking. I’m not going to ramble to much, but JT was outstanding, and it was almost like he was more a part of our family and friends than a hired musician. I am going to use him whenever I can, and I would highly highly recommend to anyone looking for a great guy to just jam out at any type of gathering, with great tunes and just a very cool demeanor. Thanks JT
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from JT Rooney:
Thanks Mark! It was a pleasure to collaborate with you, meet you and your family, and of course perform and be a part of the birthday celebration! I am thankful and fortunate that you planned so thoroughly for the party that even some rain wasn't a problem to deal with. Thank you for taking the time to provide a review!
JT came for our family’s Christmas in July party. He was so flexible and accommodating. He was able to play all of our requests ranging from Bruce Springsteen, to country to a good list of Christmas songs. He happily stayed for an extra hour upon request. We have hired many performers for events in the past but he was by far the nicest and most fun! Highly recommend!
JT was very communicative. Seemed concerned to try to make the music at my event my own. He was prompt. He took no breaks.this was a 60 birthday and lots of people who have not seen each other so JT kept the music volume appropriate so everyone could talk. My son offered to sing for me and JT accommodated him and even did background on it. I would recommend him highly to anyone
Singing Guitarist
Response from JT Rooney:
Thank you Marguerite for your review! I enjoyed meeting you and your family and friends, everyone was so kind and made me feel right at home. The party was wonderful and I'm grateful for the opportunity to be a part of it, thanks for your excellent communication as well as your generosity. The song with your son was really special and seeing the grandkids participate and have fun was a treat! Thank you again!
We hired JT for a backyard party. (Tropical theme). JT was wonderful. Our family was very happy with his song selections. He is very professional and easy to work with. We would definitely use him again!
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from JT Rooney:
Hi Barbara, I appreciate you taking the time to provide a review! The party was a joy and I loved speaking and planning with you as well as how kindly everyone treated me. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and generosity!
JT was the perfect solo artist for a backyard/back deck celebration! We had a Tiki themed event and he was great! If asked what his style is, I would say perfect for a vineyard, NYC style coffee shop, or bar/restaurant. We really enjoyed his music!
Tom and Amanda
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from JT Rooney:
Thank you Tom! You hosted a terrific party, and I appreciate how thoughtful and accommodating you were to me. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family and being part of the celebration - and thank you for your review!
JT Rooney provided a soundtrack for my Daughter's engagement party that was amazing,
he showed up early, got to know my family and I, then played hours of great music,
there is no doubt that we would have JT at future gatherings, He is a class act and true professional.
One Man Band
Response from JT Rooney:
Thank you Steven for the opportunity to play music at your wonderful party and for providing a review! I enjoyed meeting your family and friends and am thrilled for your daughter and future son in law! You had an amazing collection of people in attendance yesterday and I am grateful to have spent time with everyone!
My family and I had a high school graduation dinner for my daughter at a local restaurant with about 25 people (including abt 10 high school grads). I hired JT to provide the entertainment for the evening. To say he was amazing is an understatement- he really set the vibe of the party - his music was perfect and even had the teens loving his choice of songs . Pretty much every person at the dinner asked where I found JT because of how impressed they were with him! He literally took no breaks during the evening and stayed almost an hour and half later than he was obligated to play since our party was still going on.
The booking process was also amazing - JT was very diligent in making sure he tailored a playlist to jive with our group…he reached out to me multiple times in advance to discuss the evening plans just to ensure he was going to make the evening perfect for us - and he definitely delivered!!! Thanks JT for adding a very special touch to a very special evening! Would definitely hire you again in a heartbeat!!!! ❤️
worked very hard to please us
Singing Guitarist
Response from JT Rooney:
Vince I enjoyed meeting you and your family, it was my pleasure to perform at the party!
John, and John, friend of John and fellow guitarist, gave completely of their enthusiasm for music at our party, performing a selection that included our requests, like the Beetles, Billy Joel and Ray Charles. The party was judged a success by everyone, and these two fellows were an important part. Man does not live by bread alone. John is proof of that.
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
We had JT play for my 40th birthday at a vineyard and it was a fantastic evening. The music was perfect! It didn't overwhelm the crowd and was the perfect amibiance needed while everyone enjoyed their wine and appetizers. JT was a pleasure to work with!
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
I hired JT to play my wedding a couple years ago. I knew he was EXCELLENT because I had heard him play back in my college days. Way back then, JT was the front man for the Rock-n-Roll Alliance, you may have heard of them. They were DYNAMIC for sure! I always loved his style, so I reached out to him on Facebook. He was receptive, and my wife and I were very pleased. We chose Sentimental Lady as our first dance song. It was a big hit and JT was spot on! I remember it like it was yesterday. Sentimental Lady was my only request. I was confident that JT would pick the right songs to fill the room and get the folks dancing. That's what he did. He played tunes from Elvis, the Cure, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Collective Soul...to name a few. He kept everyone dancing all night and played MUCH longer than I had asked. Call JT to make you wedding a Smash Hit!
Acoustic Band, Blues Band, Classic Rock Band, Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
JT was outstanding at our surprise 25th Ann. wedding vow renewal and after party...He went out of his way to learn our wedding song. he is a very accomplished musician with a great personality. he interreacted well with our guest, trying to accommodate their requests.....he did such and outstanding job, and we got many nice compliments on the job he did.
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
I am not really sure how to be concise about how amazing JT is an entertainer. He not only is super talented and accommodating, but one of the kindest people I have ever met. He was hired by our family to play at a surprise wedding vow renewal ceremony and party and was so responsive and helpful. He even took the time to learn my grandparents wedding song and play it for them as they walked down the aisle. I do not think there was a dry eye in the house. He plays the guitar beautifully, sings just as amazingly and will go above and beyond to make your event special, meaningful, and unique. We cannot wait to hire this awesome dude again!!! Thank you, JT, for a truly special job!!!!! You rock!
Singing Guitarist
JT has performed at my job's wine and beer fundraiser for the past two years and has done an amazing job both years! He provides the perfect ambiance for our crowd and we couldn't ask for better.
Singing Guitarist
Very nice man, lovely voice , very accommodating , open minded
Acoustic Band
JT was excellent and provided the perfect entertainment for my birthday party. He really made the event extra special. He was quite attentive to my wishes and worked with me to make everything perfect. He even went out of his way to learn songs that I suggested! Don't hesitate to hire him for your event!
Singing Guitarist
We had JT play at a surprise party that was held at home. He was a kind person, and very conscious of his audience and volume of voice being in this kind of setting. He was extremely professional and played music everyone loved and could enjoy. He was a great addition to our party! We were so pleased and hope to host another party that we will again book JT to play!
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
JT Rooney is warm, friendly, and accommodating. His musicianship is superb, and is equaled by his attitude. Do not hesitate to consider Mr. Rooney for your event.
Singing Guitarist
JT was an excellent performer and crowd pleaser. Not only did he exceed all of our expectations in performance at our house party, he was also great to work with! I would absolutely recommend JT for entertainment at your next event!
Guitarist
JT is one of my favorite local performers! Great song collection, fabulous energy and is a crowd favorite!
I love how he is fresh and changes-up his performances, collaborates with other artists ...I feel like I get a "new" show each time!
The choices in "event" below are limited. We are a Cafe, so I selected corporate--but he'd be great there too!
Acoustic Band, Singing Guitarist
Booking Info
Price Range: $150 and up
Gig Length: 30 - 480 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
You can expect professional level singing, guitar playing, and audio gear from me. I have an extensive and eclectic selection of cover songs and include something for everyone. I am courteous, professional, accommodating, and have experience in working with various audiences and events.
About
I have been playing guitar and singing since a teenager. Performing and sharing music with others is a passion of mine. In addition to private events and playing at pubic venues, I also support local charity events and non-profit organizations. I strive to over-deliver and provide a personal and meaningful experience!
Additional Booking Notes
I don't need much - technically a power outlet and a small area for me to perform in, and we're good to go! Unless otherwise instructed, I will provide my Bose L1 audio system (which requires less space and offers superior sound over a traditional PA system). If outdoors, overhead cover is appreciated.
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
December 07, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
Past Booked Events
September 23, 2023 • 1:30pm - 4:30pm | Birthday Party |
July 15, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 20, 2022 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | House Party |
July 09, 2022 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm | House Party |
May 29, 2022 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 23, 2021 • 1:00pm - 5:30pm | Personal Occasion |
August 14, 2021 • 3:00pm - 5:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
July 10, 2021 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Party |
June 15, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Graduation |
August 17, 2019 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
September 23, 2016–September 24, 2016 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | House Party |
August 27, 2016 • 3:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
May 14, 2016 • 3:30pm - 6:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
December 01, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Please see (link hidden) for all dates! |
October 17, 2015 • 9:00am - 2:30pm | Festival |
May 30, 2015 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
Influences & Inspiration
To name a few in no particular order - Johnny Cash, Al Green, James Brown, Bruce Springsteen, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Frank Sinatra, Dave Grohl, Jimmy Buffett, Elvis Presley, the Pogues, the Dubliners, Bob Dylan, the Temptations, Curtis Mayfield, Funkadelic, Prince, Neil Young, James Taylor, David Bowie, Tommy Emmanuel, Danny Gatton, Steely Dan, the Kings - BB, Albert, Freddie, Bob Marley, the Great American Songbook, the Black Keys, the Grateful Dead, Billy Strings, Waylon, Ween, Wilco, and Willie.
Setup Requirements
Please see Notes/Technical Info.