"...people are still talking about the event, the fun factor was through the roof...they loved the music."
Bob Frias, Santa Maria Rotary's "A Trip Through The '60s" FunRaiser Event,
 Santa Maria Fairpark, November 2009 

“… Unfinished Business was definitely getting down to business on Friday - (the band) did a fabulous job.  I've never seen that many people groove that much at a fundraiser.”  
Patrick O'Hara, Children’s Museum Benefit Gala, Avila Beach, October 2009

“…a terrific and fun performance at our reception.  We have received tons of comments about how much fun it was and how great the band was - the dance floor was packed the whole time...” 
Marty & Teresa Molina about their wedding reception, San Luis Obispo, September 2009 

"Fabulous music...what other band plays Buffalo Springfield??!!"
Joyce Dudley at Lompoc Car Show, September 2009 

"We were so excited about your performance, that we slept in our Beatles shirts last night! Hope to see the band again soon..."
Marty and Suzie, Beatlemania Festival, Vina Robles Winery, Paso Robles, August 2009

"FAB-ulous band!"
Marc Laderriere, Beatlemania Festival, Vina Robles Winery, Paso Robles, August 2009

"You guys blew my socks off Saturday night!"
Joe Quealy, musician, concert promoter, and sound engineer, in audience at Santa Barbara County Fair,
Santa Maria, July 2009

"...the best '50's and '60's band on the Central Coast."
Bob Grow, Orcutt, July 2009

"We came to your show at Mr. Rick's in Avila on July 10, 2009...actually my friend came 1800 miles to hear you play because I 'built' you guys up so much!  He's planning on returning to hear you at Vina Robles on Aug. 28th...doing your 'Music of the Beatles' (he's a HUGE Beatles' fan). We both think you guys are awesome, and put on a WONDERFUL show...with great dancing by all who are there to 'experience' your music."
Suzie from Pismo and friend, Marty, from Chicago, IL., July 2009  

"The most dancing ever (at a Templeton Summer Concert)" 
Bill Gaines, sound engineer, BGA Audio, Templeton Summer Concert, July 2009

"Thank you so much again for such a great concert last Sunday.  You guys are great and obviously have a loyal following!  I think that’s the biggest crowd we’ve ever had!"
Nora O'Donnell, Recreation Coordinator, City of Grover Beach Sizzlin' Summer Concerts, June 2009

"Thanks so much...everyone enjoyed the band and the music, as you could see!"
Rosie Larson, Nipomo High School Boosters, May 2009 

"Unfinished Business, a fantastic rock 'n' roll band...one of the most danceable bands on the Central Coast"
Jacqueline Frederick, The Adobe Press, Nipomo, May 2009

Wedding Hosts and Guests

• "Absolutely amazing!  When those barn doors opened to Unfinished Business rocking to "Shake it up baby” ("Twist and Shout"), we knew the party had just begun!  The dance floor was never empty and every song was a hit!  Our guests had a blast.  We can't believe the e-mails and phone calls from family and friends sharing with us that it was one of the most amazing weddings they have ever been to!  When you offered to learn "I Loved Her First" for the father daughter dance, well that was over the top.  There was not a dry eye in the room!  But, to bust out with Mustang Sally right after, it was perfect. Got Stephanie (the bride) and her daddy cracking up!  I can't thank you enough for making Stephanie and John's wedding day one that will be remembered and talked about for many years to come."
        Pat and Dee Dee Harwood, Parents of the Bride, Harwood/Mende wedding, Los Olivos, July 2008
  
  
• "You were amazing! I came into the barn, saw so many people dancing, and I said to myself, now that's a band! It was an honor to work with (Unfinished Business)...everyone enjoyed the band immensely. Thank you for everything!"   
        Shana Medrano , Event Coordinator, Creative Events, Harwood/Mende wedding, Los Olivos, July 2008
  
  
• "… such strong energy, amazing talent, and an unforgettable spirit! All of our favorite 60's music was covered better than the bands who played the songs the first time! From the youngest to the oldest person there, all we can hear is ‘that was the best band ever!’ Everyone at our wedding was up and dancing and having the time of their lives. Thanks for making our wedding dreams come true from the beginning to the last dance!”
         Julie and JJ Istrin, Bride and Groom, their wedding in Calabasas, July 2008
  
  
• "Just letting you know I put a letter in the mail today as far as a recommendation. You guys were absolutely a blast and played incredible music. My family continues to talk about you. Thanks for making our day a hit. I could not walk for three days after dancing all over the place."
        An e-mail from Mark and Kim (groom and bride), White/Peard wedding, Pismo Beach, October 2006
  
  
• "You guys were fantastic, even better than we expected!" -- Mark (groom)
  "You guys made the wedding" -- Kim (bride)
  "You guys are awesome! You made this day so special." -- Tara
  "You guys are memory makers." -- Jennifer
        White/Peard wedding, Pismo Beach, October 2006
  
  
• "You guys were awesome!"
        Megan, wedding at Dana-Powers Home, Nipomo, July 2005
  
  
• "You guys were absolutely fantastic! We had a blast. I saw people dancing I haven't seen dance in years."
        Mark, wedding at Dana-Powers Home, Nipomo, July 2005
  
  
• "Great job, thanks again!!"
        Kelly and Shirlee, wedding party, Morro Bay, February 2005
  
  

Event Sponsors, Private Party Planners /
 Hosts, Community Event Planners, Corporate Event Directors and Other Functions

• Thank you so much again for such a great concert last Sunday.   You guys are great and obviously have a loyal following!  I think that’s the biggest crowd we’ve ever had!"
  Nora O'Donnell, Recreation Coordinator, City of Grover Beach Sizzlin' Summer Concerts, June 2009
  
  
• "Unfinished Business was a HUGE success on Saturday night! Thank you all for being here for our One-Year Anniversary event" 
        Stephanie Albright, Activities Director, The Monarch Club at Trilogy, Nipomo, March 2009
  
  
• "The evening was a huge success and our Board continues to hear raving comments about this marvelous event and the great band. Your music brought people to their feet and the dance floor was always jumping."
        John Allen, President, San Luis Obispo Law Enforcement Assistance Foundation Gala, Laetitia Winery, Arroyo Grande, August 2008
  
  
• "We just wanted to let you know that you made our summer party a giant success this year.  You ROCK!!”
        Bob & Lenore Grow, Orcutt, July 2008
  
  
• "Robert Hall said it was the best party we've ever had. We want to book you for next year!"
        Reggie Pike, Events Coordinator, 5th Annual Independence Day Celebration, Robert Hall Winery, Paso Robles, July 2008
  
  
• "...heartfelt thanks for your recent performance at our second annual Sunset BBQ- a benefit for our non-profit children's dental clinic, La Clinica de Telosa. What can I say that has not already been said? You guys really rock and are the reason why some of our patrons returned from last year! Thank you so much for your generous support to help our organization put a best foot forward to raise funds to support the clinic."  
        Barbara Nicholson, Executive Director, Partnership for the Children of San Luis Obispo County, June 2008
  
  
• "We enjoyed your band so much! Many are saying the music was the best part of our event.” 
        Julie, Orcutt Children’s Art Foundation Gala, Santa Maria, May 2008
  
  
• "THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH for last night...(it) was a LOT of fun! Everyone is talking about you guys! I cant wait to see you all again."
        Kristie Forman, TransUnion Interactive Holiday Party, San Luis Obispo, December 2007
  
  
• "Can't tell you 'thank you' enough for making my 50th birthday party one to remember by all. You are all a blessing to your audience!"
        Sue Macedo, Arroyo Grande, November 2007
  
  
• "Thank you guys for the great performance at our anniversary party. We enjoyed having you as guests as well as 'the entertainment'. I didn't know if it would be a dancing crowd, but you had the dance floor packed all evening. Great music and a great time. Thanks again for making the party extra special."
        Ed Jardini, Templeton, September 2007
  
  
• "Everyone RAVED about your performance at the reunion. No kidding. I am so glad you were able to come and help make a huge success of our special reunion."
        Pam Luttman, '67 and '68 Arroyo Grande High School Reunion at the Madonna Inn, August 2007
  
  
• "Thanks for the rockin' tunes. Can't wait to have you guys back. Great - as usual!"
        Adrianna Santiago, Vina Robles Winery, Paso Robles, August 2007
  
  
• "You guys are truly amazing - the best cover band I ever heard, and I've seen millions of bands!"
        Greg Phifer (with Castoro Cellars), Templeton Summer Concert, June 2007
  
  
• "You guys made our 50^th wedding anniversary!"
        Tom and Ramona Burton, Whittier, California, at Avila Beach Fish and Farmers Market, May 2007
  
  
• "I have to tout a local band that I heard for the very first time just last weekend at Mr. Rick's. They are named 'Unfinished Business', and rightly so! Comprised of a retired FBI agent, retired construction worker, retired USAF airman, a school teacher, and a retired keyboardist for U2, these locals have so much talent that they are far from being 'finished' by any means. The band specializes in playing one of my most favorite era of music, '60's rock & roll. And do they ever 'rock'!! Their broad repertoire ranges from Martha and the Vandellas and The Beatles to The Rolling Stones and Creedence Clearwater Revival. Best of all, they make the music sound right! The dance floor was in constant motion with people of all ages that we could have used more room. These guys are local 'treasures', and I have booked them to play at my charitable foundation's June 9th fundraiser in Avila Valley. These guys really rock! I hope everyone has a chance to hear them"
        Letter to the Editor of the San Luis Obispo Tribune
        by Barbara Nicholson, Executive Director, Partnership for the Children Foundation, April 2007
  
  
• "You guys were SUPERB on Saturday night at Mr. Ricks. Our 'band' of fans had a great time"
        Rick Cohen, Big Brothers Big Sisters, April 2007
  
  
• "You were great, better than the show groups, as far as I am concerned"
        Ardeane Eckert, Lompoc High School Alumni Association, March 2007
  
  
• "On behalf of the Nipomo Chamber of Commerce and as Chairperson of this year's October Festival, I would like to personally thank you and the band Unfinished Business for an outstanding performance at our 23rd Annual October Festival Event. You guys are 'first-rate' all the way."
        Cathy Nillo-Cachu, October 2006
  
  
• "We had so many requests for you guys to perform again this year. You guys rock!!!"
        Suzie, Morro Bay July 4th Celebration 2006
  
  
• "By the way, we heard a lot of good reports about the band from the Flower Festival. In fact, I understand (Unfinished Business) was the only oldie band worth listening to. That is honest feedback."
        Harry, re: Lompoc Flower Festival, June 2006
  
  
• "We really loved your band and our customers had nothing but great things to say!!"
        Adrianna Santiago, Bianchi Winery, Paso Robles, Oct. 2005
  
  
• "By the way, I got some feedback from some of the folks that attended the Lompoc High School all 60's reunion and it seems as if Unfinished Business was the shinning star. Folks enjoyed your music far and above the other bands they had hired (The Coasters, The Marvelettes, and Beatlemania!)."
        Harry, Lompoc, July 2005
  
  
• "The post-party response from attendees has been quite overwhelming. I anticipate that the response will generate many engagements in Santa Barbara. Thanks again for making our party a huge success!"
        Greg and Mimi, Carpinteria, Sept. 2005
  
  
• "Thank you for helping make our 1st Annual Premier Party a tremendous success! Your crowd-pleasing performance was a perfect way to finish the evening. We look forward to working with you again in the future."
        Rachel Musquiz, Mid State Fair, Paso Robles, August 2005
  
  
• "We definitely want you back next year!"
        Kim, Morro Bay July 4th Celebration 2005
  
  
• "Fantastic!"
        Mike, Just Cruzin' Productions, Pismo Beach Classic Car Show, June 2005
  
  

• "The gig is now history, but I wanted to let you know that I had a great time mixing the band. You guys play some really great music and you do it so faithfully to the originals it makes it a treat to mix."   
        Bill Gaines, Main PA Sound Mixer, Bill gaines Audio, The Big Chill Concert, The Cliffs Resort Hotel, Shell Beach, September 21, 2008
  
  
• “Incredible…quite talented!”
        Jim Davis, promo interview on the radio for the Morro Bay Music Festival, June 2008
  
  
• "This band is a hot fudge sundae for the ears, and each member is a treat." Click here to read the complete article
        James Pepper, Editor, Foxen News, "Some 'Unfinished Business' in Old Town", Jan 2008
  
  
• "Thank you so much!! you guys rocked!"
        Jen, Bar Manager, Mr. Rick's Bar and Beach Club, Avila Beach February 2007
  
  
• "I have been in the wedding photography business for a number of years and through that time have been to more weddings then I can count. So as you can imagine I have seen innumerable ways of entertaining the guests. My personal favorite has always been live music. At the most recent wedding I attended I had the opportunity to hear Unfinished Business and I must say I was most impressed. Rarely do I see guests have such a hard time sitting down. The dance floor was constantly in motion every song was a hit. They were able to keep the talking to a minimum and not take over the show. I heard all of my favorite 60's hits from the Stones to The Beatles and they were all done right. I hope very much that I will receive the pleasure of hearing them again sometime in the near future."
        Jenna Winkler, Mark Winkler Photography
        White/Peard wedding, Pismo Beach, October 2006
  
  
• "Of all the bands that play here, you are the best."
        Ernie, Bar Manager, Santa Maria Elks Lodge, Dec. 2005
  
  
• "Thank you so much for the great day. Everyone had such a good time listening and dancing to Unfinished Business. I look forward to working with all of you in the future."
        Whitney Railsback, Eberle Winery, Paso Robles, Oct. 2005
  
  
• "You guys are really good!"
        Bill, BGA Professional Live Sound at the Templeton Summer Concert, July 2005
  
  
• "You were great, probably the best band that ever played here."
        Iliana, Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, July 2005
  
  
• "That's the best music we've had here in years."
        Ernie, Bartender, Santa Maria Elks, Aug. 2004
  
  

"Experience the magic of '60s rock and roll all over again with Unfinished Business"