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Ryan Townsend Band
- Nyack, NY
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels nationwide
- Contact for rates
Overview
Ryan Townsend is a musician, singer, and songwriter based in the New York City Metropolitan area. Booking Ryan is like having a live jukebox. His catalog of music spans the decades to include Rock, Pop, Soul, Motown, Alternative, Reggae, Jazz, & Blues. Old school favorites to cotemporary Top 40. His performances are fun, memorable and can connect with audiences of all ages. He is commonly booked as a singing guitarist or pianist, but can also be booked anywhere from a 2 - 8 piece band. For events requiring a larger sound some typical line ups include adding drums, second guitar, piano, bass, female vocals, cello, or saxophone.
23 Reviews
We had the pleasure of having Ryan Townsend perform at our event at Porsche Larchmont, and I must say it was a 5-star experience all the way! His talent and music were incredible, and he set the perfect ambiance for the occasion. We received such great feedback from our guests, who were thoroughly impressed. We would definitely recommend Ryan to anyone in need of a musician/performer!
We booked Ryan for our private party and it was easily the best decision we made. He is the consummate professional. So talented and easy to work with. He made the evening perfect. We all look forward to hearing him again soon!
1970s Era Entertainment, 1980s Era Entertainment, 1990s Era Entertainment, 2000s Era Entertainment, Acoustic Band, Cover Band, Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Warren! So glad to hear you enjoyed everything. It was great getting to meet and perform for you and all your guests. Appreciate you having me. Looking forward to doing it again as well.
Ryan’s playlist was perfect for my husband’s 40th birthday party dinner. I hired Ryan to play at a private birthday dinner for 20 people at a local Speakeasy. I provided a few bands (The Ghords, Lumineers, Ryan Adams, Bruce Springsteen, etc.) that my husband loves. Ryan put together and played an excellent set for the evening along with a couple of on the spot song requests that he pulled off seamlessly!
1970s Era Entertainment, 1980s Era Entertainment, 1990s Era Entertainment, Folk Singer, Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Amber! So glad you all enjoyed the music. You put together an awesome evening for Clint. It was great to meet you and get to perform for you all.
Ryan was easy to communicate with, prompt, professional and just so fantastic and talented. His song list is extensive and varied, and he was super good at reading the room and creating the exact vibe we were looking for. All of our guests were blown away and it was truly the best decision I made in planning my husbands 40th birthday party. You won’t regret hiring him!!!
Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Emily! Glad to hear you had a great experience. It was a pleasure meeting you and your husband and helping you all celebrate!
Ryan played during the extended cocktail hour at our wedding this past weekend, and wow, he was amazing! Everyone was raving about his voice and how incredibly talented he is. From the initial inquiry to the day of, Ryan was super communicative and very responsive. He played all the songs we requested, was prompt, professional and we are so thrilled with his performance at our wedding. Many, many thanks! We will definitely be in touch for future events! Highly recommend!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Jaclyn! It was pleasure to work with you and get to perform at your wedding. Happy to hear everyone enjoyed the music. Great to meet you and looking forward to seeing you again in the future!
Ryan was amazing! People raved about his voice. A+, we will be using him again!
Guitarist, Wedding Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Glad to hear everyone enjoyed it! Thanks again for having me. Great to work with you and Kristen. Looking forward to performing again!
We had a backyard gathering for a friend’s 50th bday. Ryan was willing to perform songs that we requested. He is a talented guitarist and singer.
Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Sharon! Glad to hear you enjoyed everything. It was great to meet you and Allison and play for you all.
Ryan was absolutely amazing when he played for our Rehearsal Dinner! He is an incredible guitar player and read the crowd very well! I would book him again in a heartbeat! Thanks Ryan!
Acoustic Band, Guitarist, One Man Band, Wedding Band
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks John! Glad to hear you enjoyed everything. It was great to meet you and Jill. You you were awesome hosts. Hope you enjoyed the rest of the weekend!
Just a few days ago, Ryan played at our wedding for the ceremony and cocktail hour. He was timely, professional, easy to work with, and his music was absolutely amazing. Would recommend a million times!!!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks, Vanessa! You and Chris were great hosts, and your wedding was beautiful. You guys picked an awesome venue. It was a pleasure to play for you all and get to meet you!
Literally the best experience ever. Communication second to none, on time, professional, so beyond accommodating, and a gentleman. He made the day that much more special for us did everything from start to finish without the smallest hiccup. Highly highly recommend. Thank you so much!!!!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks, Chris!! Great to hear you were happy with everything. It was awesome to meet you and Vanessa, and a pleasure getting to play for all your guests, friends and family. Thanks again for having me!
Ryan played for our Welcome Party (essentially a massive rehearsal dinner) on the night before our wedding. The music was great and Ryan was great to work with and very flexible. Could not have asked for a better experience and we received compliments from our guests throughout the night.
Cover Band, Guitarist, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Joe, it was great to meet you and Megan. I had an awesome time playing for you and your guests. So glad to hear you enjoyed everything. Hope the rest of the wedding and weekend was a blast!
Ryan was wonderful! On time, sounded amazing! Listened to all of our requests and provided exactly what we asked for!
One Man Band
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Jennifer! Glad to hear you enjoyed everything. It was great to meet you and your family. You guys were awesome hosts!
Ryan performed for my husband and me at an intimate birthday dinner at our home. He was professional, friendly and sang every song beautifully. He even took requests. I’d highly recommend Ryan and would book him again in the future.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Glad enjoyed it Lori! It was pleasure getting to meet you and perform for you and your husband. Hope to do it again sometime.
Ryan was very professional and his great variety of songs and singing voice was exactly what we had hoped for.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Paul. I’m glad you enjoyed the performance. It was great to meet you and a pleasure to play your event.
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I hired the Ryan Townsend Band to play music for the ceremony and cocktail hour portion of my wedding, and I could not have been happier. His voice is absolutely beautiful. He was incredibly quick at responding to any questions I had, was able to recommend a great list of songs for the event, and was a true professional. He even traveled all the way to Kerhonkson, NY for my wedding. I can't begin to explain in words how lucky I feel to have found the Ryan Townsend Band for my wedding. It was absolutely perfect. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
Guitarist, One Man Band, Wedding Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks, Kiersten! It was a pleasure playing for you and your guests. It was great working with you as well. You were an awesome host and very accommodating. Glad to hear you enjoyed everything!!
Ryan was a fantastic addition to our backyard party! He’s such a talented guitarist and vocalist. Our guests were really impressed with him and how well he played to the crowd. His selection of music was on point! I wish we could’ve had him there all night but of course all good things come to an end. Working with Ryan was easy and seamless. He was responsive with emails and texts, arrived with plenty of time to set up, and was extremely kind and courteous. We would hire him again in a heartbeat, he was the icing on the cake. Thank you Ryan!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Valerie! You were an excellent host. It was a pleasure to play for you and your guests.
We were so happy to have Ryan play at our Lobster Bake! He was totally professional, read the room really well, and played great! I highly recommend him!
Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Sarah! I had a great time performing for you all at the beach club. You were a great host. Thanks again for having me!
Ryan is a great song writer, takes direction well and did a fabulous job for us!
Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Connie! It was my pleasure getting to write the song for Kim and Ryan's proposal. All the best!
Some last minute changes were made with my daughters wedding. He was great with adjusting times and location due to weather. Performance was excellent. We were all very happy with everything. Highly recommend hiring him for any event.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Veronica! It was my pleasure. I'm glad you enjoyed everything. It's was great to meet you and play for your families.
Ryan was an incredible addition to my friends 50th birthday party.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Valerie! I'm glad you enjoyed everything. It was a pleasure getting to play for you and your guests.
We recently hired Ryan for a birthday party for about 80 guests for my wife and myself. Ryan was very responsive when we were gauging his availability. We went over the details of the venue and ages of the crowd and he made some great suggestions about what he thought made sense. This included playing an instrumental set on the acoustic guitar as guest arrived in the bar area and later moving to his setup in the party room for the main show. He did a great job of reading the room and playing to the crowd. Ryan covered lots of ground between music genre's to make sure everybody heard what they wanted and had a great time. The party had an age range from 8-80 so this was no small task. Its hard to put him in a box because he covers so much ground. Ryans adds amazing vocals to his his incredible guitar work to produce an incredible sounding set. We will definitely hire Ryan again and will for sure plan a future date around his availability.
1960s Era Entertainment, 1970s Era Entertainment, 1980s Era Entertainment, 1990s Era Entertainment, 2000s Era Entertainment, Acoustic Band, Classic Rock Band, Cover Band, Guitarist, Multi-Instrumentalist, One Man Band, Pop Singer, Rock & Roll Singer, Rock Band, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Doug! I'm glad you enjoyed my performance. It was a pleasure getting to play for you and your guests. The Boxcar was a great venue and you and your wife were awesome hosts as well.
Ryan has the voice of an angel... sounds cliche, but it’s true. He plays all genres and takes requests! Many of his versions I prefer over the originals. Super talented, easy going, a pleasure to listen to and work with.
Acoustic Band, One Man Band, Wedding Band, Singing Guitarist
I can highly recommend Ryan Townsend for any party! He was amazing! Ryan was so great to work off from the minute we hired him! Great communicator, very nice and on time! He made everything so easy! He played a great selection of music that everyone loved! His voice is excellent and he is an all around talented musician! You won't be disappointed! Thank you Ryan for making our night so much fun!
Acoustic Band, Guitarist, One Man Band, Singing Pianist
Response from Ryan Townsend Band:
Thanks Megan!! The party was great and you were an excellent host. It's was pleasure meeting you and Brian, and getting to play for you and your guests! ~ Ryan
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 30 - 360 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Business Liability
What to Expect
Ryan is an experienced professional who works attentively with each client to cater to their precise needs. He is reliable and always readily available. Communication is a top priority. While helping to coordinate and accomplish the goals of your event his patience and flexibility will help make it a smooth process. He will work with you to build a unique set list based on the style of music you want and the atmosphere you are trying to create. He can keep a room entertained, all while adapting to the crowd and taking requests.
About
Ryan Townsend is a singer/songwriter producing an alternative blend of rock and folk songs with spirited guitars and textures, creating unfettered acoustic driven compositions that share a genuine warmth and intimacy.
Professing a soulful balance, his voice evokes influences from Joe Cocker to Ray Lamontagne. He travels the divide between genres, crafting tales with a vintage spirit told in a rhythmic full-throated language. “I’ve always been attracted to the emotions and connections that music can make. How a simple melody or lyric can take you back to a certain place or time just like a photograph.”
Based is Nyack, New York Townsend operates out of his studio and label RCT Music Group. He brings his music to a loyal ever-growing fan base performing in and around the New York City metropolitan area and greater east coast. His live performances deliver an inspiring and memorable experience, playing a wide range of songs that connect with audiences of all ages.
Some of the singers and songwriters who have influenced his style and approach include: Van Morrison, Paul Simon, Eddie Vedder, Chris Cornell, Otis Redding, Tom Petty, Ryan Adams, and Ray Lamontagne .
Over the past decade he has recorded and released a widespread catalog of music. His songs have been featured in Lionsgate films, NBCUniverisal television, and on Sirius XM radio.
Townsend has shared the stage with notable artists such as, Donna Jean Godchaeux (Grateful Dead), Leo Nocentelli (The Meters), Russell Batiste (Funky Meters, Vida Blue), Questlove (the Roots), and Jimmy Herring (Widespread Panic).
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
December 14, 2024 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Christmas Party |
Past Booked Events
July 06, 2024 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Festival |
September 30, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
September 21, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
June 02, 2023 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Birthday Party |
March 18, 2023–March 19, 2023 • 8:00pm - 12:00am | Birthday Party |
January 22, 2022 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
May 01, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
October 03, 2020 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
August 24, 2020 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Birthday Party |
September 13, 2019 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Rehearsal Dinner |
July 13, 2019 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
June 14, 2019 • 7:30pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
June 08, 2019 • 4:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Reception |
June 01, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Reception |
May 31, 2019 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
May 07, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Cocktail Party |
October 06, 2018 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Birthday Party |
September 22, 2018 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 23, 2018 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Dinner Party |
June 09, 2018 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Personal Occasion |
May 27, 2018 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 12, 2018 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
February 09, 2018 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Engagement |
January 13, 2018 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Cocktail Party |
Set List
My song list includes a popular blend of music that spans the decades from the 1960's to today. Style's include rock, pop, blues, motown, reggae, folk, funk, jazz, and instrumental arrangements. For a detailed list of around the 500 songs I have in my catalog please message me and I will send you a PDF.
Influences & Inspiration
Van Morrison
Paul Simon
Otis Redding
Pearl Jam
Ryan Adams
Ray Lamontagne
Chris Cornell
Tom Petty