The Bow Tied Band™
A Modern Band Experience — Led by a DJ, Built for the Dance Floor
When a traditional band feels limiting and a standalone DJ doesn’t quite capture the full energy you envision, The Bow Tied Band™ delivers the best of both worlds—seamlessly.
This is not a band that takes breaks.
This is not a DJ who simply presses play.
This is a fully immersive, high-energy entertainment experience—where live musicians and an elevated DJ performance come together to create something unforgettable.
🎧 Meet the Sound Behind the Experience
At the heart of The Bow Tied Band™ is a collaborative team of performers—blending DJ precision with live musicianship to guide the flow of the evening and shape every moment in real time.
Leading the experience is Matthew the DJ + MC, working seamlessly alongside a powerhouse group of live talent:
Talton — Saxophone
Melodic, electric, and interactive—bringing the music directly onto the dance floor.
Zach — Keys
Layering rich harmonies and dynamic textures that elevate every track.
Grady — Bass
Driving the groove with deep, steady rhythms that keep the energy locked in.
Aaron — Drums
Adding live percussion that builds momentum and transforms the room.
Together, this is more than a performance—it’s a fully integrated experience. Each element works in sync to elevate the music, remix the moment, and bring the celebration to life.
🎶 What Makes This Different
A DJ-First Foundation
Every set is built from a curated DJ foundation—meaning no limitations on genres or requests. From 2000s rap to alt-rock, to current hits and timeless classics, the music flows exactly how it should.
Live Energy, Without Interruptions
Unlike a traditional band, the music never stops. No set breaks. No resets. Just a continuous, building energy that keeps your dance floor packed all night.
A Fully Immersive Experience
The musicians aren’t confined to a stage. They move, interact, and perform within the crowd—creating moments your guests don’t just watch, but feel.
Designed for Luxury Events
From black-tie weddings to high-end galas, The Bow Tied Band™ is tailored for events where experience matters just as much as aesthetics.
🥂 Perfect For
Luxury Weddings
Black Tie Celebrations
Galas & Fundraisers
Corporate Events with Elevated Energy
Destination Events Seeking a “Wow” Factor
✨ The Investment
The Bow Tied Band™ Experience
Exclusively offered through Completely Celebrated
Starting at $12,000
This includes:
Full DJ + MC coverage by Matthew
4-piece live band (Sax, Keys, Bass, Drums)
Fully integrated performance (not separate acts)
Custom music curation and event flow design
Production, staging, and dance floor can be added to further elevate the experience.
🎤 The Result?
A dance floor that feels like a concert.
A celebration that feels effortless.
An experience your guests will talk about long after the last song.
📩 Let’s Build Something Unforgettable
If you’re envisioning an event where the music is just as intentional as the design—
where every transition, every moment, and every beat feels right—
The Bow Tied Band™ was created for you.
Inquire now to check availability and begin designing your experience.
Meet the Band
Matthew Davey
Matthew Davey, known as The Bow Tied DJ, is the driving force behind Completely Celebrated™. With over 15 years of experience, he blends polished MCing with high-energy DJ performance to create seamless, elevated celebrations.
After starting in Richmond’s nightlife and live event production world, Matthew found his passion in weddings in 2009—eventually launching Bow Tied Weddings in 2015, the foundation for today’s Completely Celebrated brand. His work has since expanded across the Southeast and destination markets, earning recognition including the Diamond Award for Best Reception DJ from Modern Luxury Weddings Atlanta.
Known for his ability to read a room and build unforgettable momentum on the dance floor, Matthew specializes in creating experiences that feel both refined and electric—where every moment is intentionally curated and every guest feels part of the celebration.
Talton Manning
Matthew Davey, known as The Bow Tied DJ, is the driving force behind Completely Celebrated™. With over 15 years of experience, he blends polished MCing with high-energy DJ performance to create seamless, elevated celebrations.
After starting in Richmond’s nightlife and live event production world, Matthew found his passion in weddings in 2009—eventually launching Bow Tied Weddings in 2015, the foundation for today’s Completely Celebrated brand. His work has since expanded across the Southeast and destination markets, earning recognition including the Diamond Award for Best Reception DJ from Modern Luxury Weddings Atlanta.
Known for his ability to read a room and build unforgettable momentum on the dance floor, Matthew specializes in creating experiences that feel both refined and electric—where every moment is intentionally curated and every guest feels part of the celebration.
Zach
Matthew Davey, known as The Bow Tied DJ, is the driving force behind Completely Celebrated™. With over 15 years of experience, he blends polished MCing with high-energy DJ performance to create seamless, elevated celebrations.
After starting in Richmond’s nightlife and live event production world, Matthew found his passion in weddings in 2009—eventually launching Bow Tied Weddings in 2015, the foundation for today’s Completely Celebrated brand. His work has since expanded across the Southeast and destination markets, earning recognition including the Diamond Award for Best Reception DJ from Modern Luxury Weddings Atlanta.
Known for his ability to read a room and build unforgettable momentum on the dance floor, Matthew specializes in creating experiences that feel both refined and electric—where every moment is intentionally curated and every guest feels part of the celebration.
Zach
Matthew Davey, known as The Bow Tied DJ, is the driving force behind Completely Celebrated™. With over 15 years of experience, he blends polished MCing with high-energy DJ performance to create seamless, elevated celebrations.
After starting in Richmond’s nightlife and live event production world, Matthew found his passion in weddings in 2009—eventually launching Bow Tied Weddings in 2015, the foundation for today’s Completely Celebrated brand. His work has since expanded across the Southeast and destination markets, earning recognition including the Diamond Award for Best Reception DJ from Modern Luxury Weddings Atlanta.
Known for his ability to read a room and build unforgettable momentum on the dance floor, Matthew specializes in creating experiences that feel both refined and electric—where every moment is intentionally curated and every guest feels part of the celebration.
Zach
Matthew Davey, known as The Bow Tied DJ, is the driving force behind Completely Celebrated™. With over 15 years of experience, he blends polished MCing with high-energy DJ performance to create seamless, elevated celebrations.
After starting in Richmond’s nightlife and live event production world, Matthew found his passion in weddings in 2009—eventually launching Bow Tied Weddings in 2015, the foundation for today’s Completely Celebrated brand. His work has since expanded across the Southeast and destination markets, earning recognition including the Diamond Award for Best Reception DJ from Modern Luxury Weddings Atlanta.
Known for his ability to read a room and build unforgettable momentum on the dance floor, Matthew specializes in creating experiences that feel both refined and electric—where every moment is intentionally curated and every guest feels part of the celebration.
Let’s get Social!
The Bow Tied Band™ delivers a high-energy, fully immersive entertainment experience—combining a luxury DJ foundation with the power of live musicians. Led by The Bow Tied DJ, this hybrid performance blends polished MCing, expert music curation, and real-time live instrumentation to create a dance floor that feels both sophisticated and electric. Specializing in elevated celebrations fueled by 2000s favorites, throwback singalongs, and crowd-driven anthems, The Bow Tied Band™ removes the limitations of a traditional band while amplifying the energy far beyond a standalone DJ. With seamless transitions, no set breaks, and musicians interacting directly with the crowd, every moment is designed to build momentum and keep guests fully engaged. From elegant ballroom weddings and vineyard receptions to black-tie galas and destination celebrations, each performance is tailored to match the style of the event and the energy of the room.
Based in Richmond and traveling wherever the party calls, The Bow Tied Band™ is exclusively available through Completely Celebrated™ for luxury weddings, corporate events, and high-end celebrations across the Southeast and beyond—including Atlanta, Richmond, Charlotte, Nashville, New Orleans, Tampa, and destinations nationwide. For clients who want the versatility of a DJ, the impact of a live band, and an experience that feels intentionally designed from start to finish—The Bow Tied Band™ turns great celebrations into unforgettable ones.