The soundtrack to your best night ever.
We don't just play music. We create the moment.
Heads Up Penny brings together seasoned musicians whose genuine passion for performance shines through every note. We've mastered the art of reading a room — knowing when to bring the energy sky-high and when to pull it back for the moment. From Bruno Mars to The Beatles, Beyoncé to Chris Stapleton, our repertoire spans every genre because your dance floor should have something for everyone.
We're not just showing up to play a setlist. We collaborate with you to craft the perfect soundtrack — your first dance, your must-play songs, your do-not-play list. Every event gets the full HUP treatment: professional sound, MC services, and a band that genuinely cares about making your night unforgettable.
10+
Years Performing
111+
Five-Star Reviews
100+
Songs in Repertoire
Read the Room
We adjust in real-time. When the floor's on fire, we keep it going. When it's time for a moment, we bring it down.
Your Soundtrack, Your Way
We learn your first dance song, take your requests, and build a setlist around YOUR vision.
More Than Music
Full MC/emcee services, professional sound, ceremony coverage, and smooth coordination all night.
The People Behind the Sound
Rushton Loring
Frontman, MC & Co-Founder
The voice and energy of every HUP show. Rushton has been praised by name in dozens of reviews for his humor, crowd engagement, and ability to keep the dance floor packed from the first song to the last.
Jenn Kaminski-Horak
Vocals, Saxophone & Event Coordinator
Your planning partner from the first inquiry through the last song — responsive, organized, and genuinely invested in making your event perfect. On stage, she brings powerhouse vocals and saxophone that elevate every song.
Mitchell Shaw
Guitar, Sound & Co-Founder
The architect behind HUP. Beyond guitar, Mitchell runs the sound, manages the tech, and built the systems that keep everything running — on stage and off.
Patrick Shaw
Bass & Co-Founder
Nearly a decade of holding it down on bass. Patrick brings the low end that keeps every dance floor moving and has been part of HUP's foundation since the very beginning.
Mikey Meeks
Keys
Mikey brings the keys — from soulful Rhodes to driving synths — adding the layers that make HUP's sound so full and dynamic.
Barrett Certoma
Drums
Barrett drives the pocket behind the kit. Solid, dynamic, and locked in — he keeps the energy exactly where it needs to be all night.
Don't take our word for it.
111+ five-star reviews across Google, The Knot, Facebook, and ECE
“What an incredible band! And, just a really nice group of guys. The guests demanded, I think, at least three encores and would have kept…”
— Cindy H.
ECE“Heads Up Penny was amazing! They were so fun and professional to work with and they blew our expectations away! Our wedding was months ago…”
— Alexa D.
The Knot“We booked Heads Up Penny for our June wedding in Fredericksburg, VA and could not be more happy with our decision! The band was the absolute…”
— Jessica F.
The Knot“Amazing group of people! Great music and talent! Would recommend everyone to follow and go see them live!”
— Ryan Elvin
Facebook“The band was phenomenal. They were such a pleasure to work with. Aside from their prompt set up, communication and politeness, they were…”
— Hana F.
ECE“These guys came out to Bald Head Island for my brothers wedding. They were top notch! Great blend of music and ton of fun. Can always judge…”
— Ken B.
The Knot“We absolutely loved Heads Up Penny - they made the reception an absolute success!!! Can't say enough positive things. Great mix of genres,…”
— Mary Katherine M.
ECE“I cannot recommend Heads Up Penny enough! They were really easy to work with from day one and very professional. We had an absolute blast…”
— Carrie A.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny was clearly the right choice to play at our wedding! From the MC duties to keeping our wedding guests on the dance floor all…”
— Jack T.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny was fantastic for the wedding. They absolutely killed it. Thanks for making a special day so enjoyable.”
— Regan S. & JT G.
ECE“I cannot say enough great things about Heads Up Penny! They were such a breeze to work with and really went above and beyond to make our day…”
— Laura S.
The Knot“Thank goodness they allow 3500 characters bc Heads Up Penny deserves every single one plus more. They were the best part of our wedding…”
— Heather S.
The Knot“What an incredible band! And, just a really nice group of guys. The guests demanded, I think, at least three encores and would have kept…”
— Cindy H.
ECE“Heads Up Penny was amazing! They were so fun and professional to work with and they blew our expectations away! Our wedding was months ago…”
— Alexa D.
The Knot“We booked Heads Up Penny for our June wedding in Fredericksburg, VA and could not be more happy with our decision! The band was the absolute…”
— Jessica F.
The Knot“Amazing group of people! Great music and talent! Would recommend everyone to follow and go see them live!”
— Ryan Elvin
Facebook“The band was phenomenal. They were such a pleasure to work with. Aside from their prompt set up, communication and politeness, they were…”
— Hana F.
ECE“These guys came out to Bald Head Island for my brothers wedding. They were top notch! Great blend of music and ton of fun. Can always judge…”
— Ken B.
The Knot“We absolutely loved Heads Up Penny - they made the reception an absolute success!!! Can't say enough positive things. Great mix of genres,…”
— Mary Katherine M.
ECE“I cannot recommend Heads Up Penny enough! They were really easy to work with from day one and very professional. We had an absolute blast…”
— Carrie A.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny was clearly the right choice to play at our wedding! From the MC duties to keeping our wedding guests on the dance floor all…”
— Jack T.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny was fantastic for the wedding. They absolutely killed it. Thanks for making a special day so enjoyable.”
— Regan S. & JT G.
ECE“I cannot say enough great things about Heads Up Penny! They were such a breeze to work with and really went above and beyond to make our day…”
— Laura S.
The Knot“Thank goodness they allow 3500 characters bc Heads Up Penny deserves every single one plus more. They were the best part of our wedding…”
— Heather S.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny is the wedding band you need! They played at ours and kept all generations entertained and on the dance floor throughout the…”
— Jack Renner
Google“They absolutely knocked it out of the park! Our reception would not have been what it was without them, we are so happy with our choice to…”
— Jessica F.
ECE“This band is AMAZING! We were searching all over the place for a band for our wedding. They absolutely crushed it and people were saying it…”
— Stephen R.
The Knot“Rushton was fantastic as were the band. He was very energized and really made the wedding a wonderful event. From the moment the band…”
— Kate M.
ECE“When I tell you my wedding guests are STILL talking about how amazing this band was, I'm not kidding!! We got married in September and I can…”
— Alexis Feely
Google“My wife saw the guys play at a local bottle shop and absolutely loved them. Their energy is electric. They put on a show like you would…”
— Jake E.
ECE“Heads Up Penny without a doubt was the lasting highlight from our wedding night. The band sounded incredible and their ability to flow…”
— Ryan Patty
Google“Their energy is electric. They put on a show like you would expect from Billboard 100 topper. After hearing the guys play at our wedding,…”
— Jake E.
The Knot“Some of the best dude's playing the best music all around absolutely fantastic!”
— Kenny Brown
Google“INCREDIBLE!! Heads Up Penny crushed every moment! They are amazing musicians and super cool dudes! We've gotten countless compliments on our…”
— Jamie P.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny was so amazing! I couldn't be happier with how they performed and I am still getting compliments on how great they were!!!”
— Claire E.
ECE“We had a great time with Heads Up Penny!! They performed well and our college age dancers really enjoyed the music! Everything went very…”
— Heather C.
ECE“Heads Up Penny is the wedding band you need! They played at ours and kept all generations entertained and on the dance floor throughout the…”
— Jack Renner
Google“They absolutely knocked it out of the park! Our reception would not have been what it was without them, we are so happy with our choice to…”
— Jessica F.
ECE“This band is AMAZING! We were searching all over the place for a band for our wedding. They absolutely crushed it and people were saying it…”
— Stephen R.
The Knot“Rushton was fantastic as were the band. He was very energized and really made the wedding a wonderful event. From the moment the band…”
— Kate M.
ECE“When I tell you my wedding guests are STILL talking about how amazing this band was, I'm not kidding!! We got married in September and I can…”
— Alexis Feely
Google“My wife saw the guys play at a local bottle shop and absolutely loved them. Their energy is electric. They put on a show like you would…”
— Jake E.
ECE“Heads Up Penny without a doubt was the lasting highlight from our wedding night. The band sounded incredible and their ability to flow…”
— Ryan Patty
Google“Their energy is electric. They put on a show like you would expect from Billboard 100 topper. After hearing the guys play at our wedding,…”
— Jake E.
The Knot“Some of the best dude's playing the best music all around absolutely fantastic!”
— Kenny Brown
Google“INCREDIBLE!! Heads Up Penny crushed every moment! They are amazing musicians and super cool dudes! We've gotten countless compliments on our…”
— Jamie P.
The Knot“Heads Up Penny was so amazing! I couldn't be happier with how they performed and I am still getting compliments on how great they were!!!”
— Claire E.
ECE“We had a great time with Heads Up Penny!! They performed well and our college age dancers really enjoyed the music! Everything went very…”
— Heather C.
ECE100+ songs. Every genre. Every generation.
From the first dance to the last call — we've got the full soundtrack covered.
Pop & R&B
- Dua Lipa
- Michael Jackson
- Maroon 5
- OutKast
- Taylor Swift
- The Killers
- Hall & Oates
- + many more...
Rock
- The Beatles
- Tom Petty
- Eagles
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Fleetwood Mac
- Kings of Leon
- Sublime
- + many more...
Motown & Soul
- Stevie Wonder
- Aretha Franklin
- Earth Wind & Fire
- Marvin Gaye
- Whitney Houston
- Bill Withers
- + many more...
Country & Blues
- Chris Stapleton
- Zac Brown Band
- Garth Brooks
- Tyler Childers
- Lynyrd Skynyrd
- SRV
- + many more...
Plus we'll learn your first dance song and any special requests.
See Full SonglistThree steps to the best night ever.
Inquire
Tell us about your event — date, venue, vibe. We'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Plan Your Soundtrack
Work directly with Jenn and the band to customize your setlist, plan your timeline, and nail every detail.
Dance All Night
Show up, relax, and watch your guests lose their minds on the dance floor. We've got this.
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