Total Eclipse Band

Welcome to the New Home of Total Eclipse!

Nov 26, 2009 Total Eclipse News Leave a comment

It was time to do some maintenance to our website, and the decision was made to completely overhaul and redesign it.

Hopefully you will find this site easier to navigate, with more information, videos, recordings, photos and updates on our upcoming events.

We also hope that you’ll find it much easier to communicate with us, by leaving comments, sharing your personal photos and videos of the band and a updated way to request us for your next event!

There will most certainly be some cosmetic improvements to the site that will be ongoing, as well as new functionality added on a regular basis. If you have any suggestions on how we can improve the site or your experience here, please let us know in the comments section.

Total Eclipse Band Promotional Video

Nov 26, 2009 Videos Leave a comment

A selection of hits performed by Total Eclipse, San Francisco’s premiere 70′s and 80′s party cover band.

We are not your typical cover band. If you are looking for ‘Brick House’ or ‘Play That Funky Music,’ keep looking… but if you are ready for an impressive mix of rock and pop tunes from the rocking days of the mid 70’s to the new wave progression of the 80’s, then WE are the band for you!

If you’re interested in hiring us for your next event, please take the time to submit a Total Eclipse Gig Request Form. You can see some testimonials from a few of our past clients and fans by visiting the Total Eclipse Testimonials page. There are photos in the Total Eclipse Photo Gallery. Our set list and some demo recordings are available on the Total Eclipse Set List page.

Video of Total Eclipse performing “Summer of ’69″

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Another video from the Mokelumne Hill, California Firefighter’s Ball in 2007. It was a 80′s theme party with some of the best costumes we’ve ever seen!

Video – Total Eclipse Performing “Let’s Hear It For the Boy”

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This video was taken at the 2007 Mokelumne Hill, California Firefighter’s Ball. It features Lisa on lead vocals.

How to Find a Band for Your Wedding or Party

Nov 26, 2009 Resources for Clients Leave a comment

You want to hire a band to play at the next event you’re planning and have no idea where to start?

We’re here to help.

There are several resources available to get you in touch with the perfect band for your event.

1. Ask your friends.

   There is no substitute for the recommendation from a friend. Roughly 40% of the gigs that Total Eclipse has booked have come from direct referrals by friends and family. Two summers ago, we played for the birthday party of a friend´s daughter. One of the few adults at the party recommended us for an anniversary party another friend was having. Since playing the anniversary party, we´ve booked six more gigs all in the same circle of friends. Chances are a close friend or co-worker will have a recommendation for you.

2. Party or Wedding Planners.

   If you´ve hired a wedding or party planner to help make arrangements, they almost certainly have a list of bands that they have worked with in the past. Even if you haven´t hired a professional planner, it is possible that a quick phone call or email to one might net you a few phone numbers or web addresses to check out.

3. Craigslist.

   Place a post in the Musicians or Gigs category on your local Craigslist page. Make sure you list your budget and request audio or video samples from the responders. The more details about the party you can give, such as location, date, time, number of guests, and the like, the higher quality responses you´ll get. You´ll likely get a ton of emails and will have to wade through them, but it´s almost guaranteed that you´ll find someone who can provide exactly the type of entertainment you´re seeking.

4. Gigmasters and GigSalad.

   These are a couple of online band directories that actually let you hear samples, view photos and set lists, and contact the band all in one place. With Gigmasters, you can even book the band and pay their deposit online. Additionally, they will send you reminders and checklists to keep everything on schedule leading up to the event. View one of the following examples: Total Eclipse´s Gigmasters Page or Total Eclipse´s GigSalad Page.

5. Local Music Stores.

   Most music (instrument) stores like Guitar Center have a bulletin board where bands put their cards or fliers advertising their services. You could put your own notice up that you are looking for a band. Again, the more details you can provide, the better responses you´ll get. Alternatively, you could ask the employees, who almost certainly play in bands themselves.

6. Google Search.

   This is likely how you found this article, right? Why not give it a try to find a band to play your event? Try searching for the combination of your city and “party band” or “wedding band.” You could try searching for a particular genre, too. Try “disco band” or “cover band” and see what comes up. It´s worth a shot!

Hopefully by now you´ve been able to find the perfect band for your event. If not, you could always try contacting us for help; Total Eclipse may even be available. You can fill out a gig request here.