The Polka Brothers

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Upcoming Appearances

  • Tuesday, June 05, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Wednesday, June 06, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Tuesday, June 12, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • New York, NY
  • Wednesday, June 13, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • New York, NY
  • Tuesday, June 19, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • New York, NY
  • Wednesday, June 20, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • New York, NY
  • Friday, June 22, 2012
  • 7:30PM - Wedding Reception
  • Danbury, CT
  • Tuesday, June 26, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • New York, NY
  • Wednesday, June 27, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • New York, NY
  • Tuesday, July 03, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • New York, NY
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Past Appearances

  • Wednesday, May 30, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Tuesday, May 29, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Wednesday, May 23, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Tuesday, May 22, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Wednesday, May 16, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Tuesday, May 15, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Wednesday, May 09, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Tuesday, May 08, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Wednesday, May 02, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
  • Tuesday, May 01, 2012
  • 6:30PM - HofBrau Beerhouse
  • new york, NY
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Location:
New York, New York
Travel Radius:
Will travel up to 500 miles from New York.
Pay Range:
$600-$3000 per event
Member Since:
2011
Primary Category:
Polka Band
Additional Categories:
Acoustic Band, Cover Band, German Band, Klezmer Band, Middle Eastern Band, Oldies Band, Original Band, Pop Band, Variety Band, Wedding Band, World Music Band
Influences:
Frankie Yankovic, Al Yankovic

Group Members

  • Brother Matt - Accordion
  • Brother Bones - Bass
  • Brother Brian - Drums
  • Brother Geoff - Golden Clarinet

Description

The Polka Brothers are a one of a kind musical experience that will not only drive your party or event, but keep others talking about it for years to come. At first glance they're a well-oiled polka machine, boasting a fearless repertoire that includes polka favorites, pop and rock gone polka, and unforgettable originals. It's all incredibly fun. They love hooking the audience in with lively polka covers of songs they already know, rocking it on a traditional polka they may not, and taking it home with a fun original they'll be singing for the rest of the evening - at least.

The charm of "The Polka Brothers" works in a few ways. At first listen, the music transports guests to familiar polka homelands. Simply the tone of the band brings the listener to Germany, Poland, Czechoslovakia, and others… You've stepped out of your day and taken that trip you've always dreamed of.

A party may start with the location, but it ends with the experience. The Polka Brothers are able to take the rich European tradition of beer hall singing, and connect it to the 21st century. It's as if guests are actually part of that party they remember they're grandparents telling them about from the old country; those legendary evenings where soon to be immigrants danced on the tables while singing their homeland melodies. With "The Polka Brothers" guests are singing today's homeland melodies; Aerosmith, Weezer, Lady Gaga, The Rolling Stones etc. Your party will BECOME the actual parties of legend, the ones that one day you may be tell your grandchildren about. So grab a beer, sing along and experience the meaning of the old adage "No one ever leaves a polka party without a smile on their face."

And don't just take it from us...

"…fun, humoresque, thought provoking, and did I say FUN?!!!! Now I'm glad to share them with others too!!!" - Wild Wilson, The Wild Wilson Varity Show

"Always interested and respectful of the roots and traditions of polka music THE POLKA BROTHERS of NYC are energetic and entertaining, sometimes taking POLKA two steps over the line....but that just may be the bridge to the survival and future of polkas."
- NY Polka Bob, The NY Polka Bob Radio Show: Polkas, Ukrainian Meloldies & More...


"The Polka Brothers always bring such energy and enthusiasm when they play, and it is contagious. From staff to managers to customers alike, The Polka Brothers performances are always anticipated week after week." – Kelly T, Manager Hofbrau Beirhaus NYC


"I feel like I've been to one of those legendary polka parties my grandmother used to tell me about" – Erica M. RI

"I saw these guys what seems like ages ago at some of their first shows, probably 200+ shows later I keep coming back because they giving such a fun and entertaining performance, no matter the venue they light up the stage." - Matthew S. NY

Song List

  • Solang Der Alte Peter - German Traditional
  • Ergelander Polka - German Traditional
  • Watschentanz - German Traditional
  • Beer Barrell Polka - Vejvoda/Ingris/Brown/Timm
  • Ein Prosit - German Traditional
  • Baby Doll - The Polka Brothers
  • Fire - Jimi Hendrix
  • Pennsylvania Polka - F.Yankovic
  • The Blue Skirt Waltz - Viennese Traditional
  • Beer Goggle Polka - The Polka Brothers
  • I Don't Want To Miss a Thing - Aerosmith
  • Jump In The Pool - The Polka Brothers
  • Like A Virgin - Madonna
  • Helena Polka - Traditional
  • Total Eclipse Of The Heart - Bonnie Tyler
  • Too Fat Polka - Traditional
  • And Many More...

Available For:

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

Feedback

  • Polka Brothers... you are the best. Cant say enough good things. -- Dori A, Ossining, NY, 10/22/2011
  • The Polka Brothers were fantastic!! They were accomodating, talented, funny and definitely kept the party going. I realize that their biggest draw is obviously the Oktoberfest season, but I would go out on limb and tell you that these guys are great for any event anytime of the year!! We had a great time getting to know them, dancing, raising our glass multiple times in the spirit of the season and are looking forward to booking them again next year. -- Bradley B, Belle Haven, VA, 10/15/2011
  • The Polka Brothers were outstanding in every way possible. My wife and I really, really enjoyed working with them and they contributed to a wonderful wedding. In addition to being tremendously fun, they are top-notch musicians with outstanding versatility. I highly recommend them. -- Dana F, Arlington, VT, 10/9/2011
  • The Polka Brothers were perfect for our party. They were prompt, friendly, and extremely entertaining. I also have to say how nice they were to our two young sons who insisted on banging on a glockenspiel for a few minutes while they were playing. Overall, these guys are talented and FUN! I would highly recommend them. -- Kristen F, Southbury, CT, 9/17/2011
  • The Polka Brothers were great. They are very good at what they do. I would recommend them strongly to anyone looking to have a Polka-focused event. Great job. KD -- Keith D, Riverhead, NY, 7/29/2011
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