Split Decision

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5.0

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I can't say enough amazing things about Split Decision—just do yourself a favor and hire them for your wedding! From the very beginning, they were incredible to work with. Doug was so responsive, answered every planning question I had, and helped us create the perfect set list. On the wedding day, Mike was an amazing MC, and the entire band absolutely exceeded every expectation. Their talent, energy, and ability to get every guest involved was unbelievable. Weeks later, our guests are still raving about them — saying they were the best wedding band they've ever seen. Their range was incredible, seamlessly playing everything from '70s and '80s classics to pop, country, and everything in between, so there was truly something for everyone. They kept the dance floor packed all night and created the exact fun, high-energy, memorable atmosphere we wanted. Having a band of their caliber truly sets the tone for your entire reception and cocktail hour, and we couldn't have asked for a better one. Split Decision was one of the BEST decisions we made for our wedding!

Olivia M.

5.0

we seriously cannot say enough good things about split decision. we first saw the band down in wildwood at a bar and became obsessed. we knew we needed them at our wedding & chose our wedding date based on their availability LOL!! of course, they were UNREAL!!! like truly the best band ever. from the second they started playing, the dance floor was PACKED and it literally never emptied once. mike as the MC was everythinggg - he kept the energy so high, had everyone laughing, and just fully understood the vibes. the music was amazing - every single person was dancing all night and we’re STILL hearing from friends and family about how amazing the band was (as expected lol!!!) they didn’t just play music, they brought the party to LIFE and gave us the best night and memories ever. it was everything we dreamed of and more. THANK YOU SPLIT D!!! ❤️

Kelly S.

5.0

Doug Moore

OWNER

AWARD WINNER (2X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

Based in Philadelphia, PA, Split Decision has been at the top of the Philadelphia Cover Band scene for decades. They have brought their special combination of stellar musicianship, dynamic personalities, and jaw-dropping audio and visual presentations to stages from Vermont to Florida and everywhere in between. In the summer months, they are a mainstay along the beaches of New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. After the summer season, they continue to play all the top-rated Nightclubs and Casinos along the East Coast. Split Decision has years of experience performing at weddings and provides flexible and quality service that is second to none. They are honored to be part of the couple's special day. They pride themselves on helping you pick your dream playlist. Split Decision also travels with their own personal DJ and MC, who will handle all the music between sets as well Dinner Hour. Their acoustic duo will provide a low-volume, but live music atmosphere for your Cocktail Hour. Ceremony musical choices include live solo guitar or pre-recorded music. Split will keep you and your loved ones dancing all night. They settle for nothing less than being everything you wanted and more. Let them be the soundtrack to your love story and help you realize the incredible wedding party of your dreams. But don't take their word for it, check out some of their reviews to see what happy couples have to say!

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

Details

Instruments

Bass

Guitar

Keyboard

Organ

Percussion

Piano

Vocals

Music Genres

Country

Dance

Hip-Hop

Pop

R&B

Rock

Music Services

Live Music

MC Services

Recorded Music

Sound Equipment

Wedding Activities

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Wedding

After Party

Ceremony

Reception

Awards and Affiliations

2-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2024.

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Meet the team

Doug Moore

Owner

Doug Moore has been the drummer and band leader of Split Decision for over twenty years. Doug is ultra hands on with each couple to ensure that every musical detail is attended to.

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Split Decision earned raves for stellar communication and professionalism. Their versatile, high‑energy shows — from acoustic cocktail sets to full‑band MC/DJ performances with concert‑style lighting — kept the dance floor packed with seamless transitions. Couples called them unforgettable and highly recommend booking them.

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Olivia M

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I can't say enough amazing things about Split Decision—just do yourself a favor and hire them for your wedding! From the very beginning, they were incredible to work with. Doug was...

so responsive, answered every planning question I had, and helped us create the perfect set list. On the wedding day, Mike was an amazing MC, and the entire band absolutely exceeded every expectation. Their talent, energy, and ability to get every guest involved was unbelievable. Weeks later, our guests are still raving about them — saying they were the best wedding band they've ever seen. Their range was incredible, seamlessly playing everything from '70s and '80s classics to pop, country, and everything in between, so there was truly something for everyone. They kept the dance floor packed all night and created the exact fun, high-energy, memorable atmosphere we wanted. Having a band of their caliber truly sets the tone for your entire reception and cocktail hour, and we couldn't have asked for a better one. Split Decision was one of the BEST decisions we made for our wedding!

Kelly S

we seriously cannot say enough good things about split decision. we first saw the band down in wildwood at a bar and became obsessed. we knew we needed them at our wedding & chose ...

our wedding date based on their availability LOL!! of course, they were UNREAL!!! like truly the best band ever. from the second they started playing, the dance floor was PACKED and it literally never emptied once. mike as the MC was everythinggg - he kept the energy so high, had everyone laughing, and just fully understood the vibes. the music was amazing - every single person was dancing all night and we’re STILL hearing from friends and family about how amazing the band was (as expected lol!!!) they didn’t just play music, they brought the party to LIFE and gave us the best night and memories ever. it was everything we dreamed of and more. THANK YOU SPLIT D!!! ❤️

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Carly S

Split Decision was one of the best parts of our wedding! Everyone from guests to venue staff commented on how exceptional their performance was and how they had the whole crowd eng...

aged all night! We had loved them so much at a prior family wedding, that we had to have them again at our own! They traveled all the way to WV for us, and set up an awesome acoustic duo for our welcome party- as well as killing it on our wedding day! They can perform pretty much everything so well and make the night so fun! We have loved watching them for years now and will continue you to see out their gigs in the future!

Justin H

We’ve been going to Split Decision shows for years in Philly and up and down the Jersey shore. They always put on amazing and high energy shows so it was an absolute no brainer to ...

book them for my wedding. They have an endless list of songs they can play and are really great at matching the vibe of the crowd. The guitarist is elite and played live instrumental songs during our reception which was awesome. The lights that they bring for the stage also makes the reception feel like a legit concert, which is a huge plus. You will be hard pressed to find a better band for your wedding than Split D.

Jim M

Split Decision rocked the wedding from start to finish!!!

Megan H

Split Decision was the BEST band we could have had for our wedding! Our guests are still raving about how awesome and fun they were. They played a great mix of songs the whole nigh...

t that everyone loved. They offer everything we needed - music during cocktail hour, DJ, and Emcee on top of the band. The whole evening was covered and ran so smoothly thanks to them. They are great to work with - we highly recommend them!

Sydney M

Split Decision was amazing! They had the dance floor packed from the first song to the last and read the room perfectly all night. The transitions were seamless, the energy was ele...

ctric, and they played a perfect mix that kept every age group engaged. Multiple guests told us it was the best live band they’ve ever seen at a wedding- they made the night unforgettable!

Amanda M

Split decision had our dance floor packed the entire night of our wedding and they were so easy to work with. We couldn't recommend them more!!

Jen V

We’ve been going to Split Decision shows for years in Philly and up and down the Jersey shore. They always put on amazing and high energy shows so it was an absolute no brainer to ...

book them for my wedding. They have an endless list of songs they can play and are really great at matching the vibe of the crowd. The guitarist is elite and played live instrumental songs during our reception which was awesome. The venue style lights that they bring also makes the reception feel like a legit concert, which is a huge plus. You will be hard pressed to find a better band for your wedding than Split D.

Amy V

Split Decision was the best decision EVER! Hiring Split Decision was easily one of the best choices we made for our wedding! From my very first email, their communication was top-...

notch...fast, professional, and so reassuring. Every detail felt effortless because they had it covered. But the real magic happened on the big day. The band absolutely rocked it! Every member was insanely talented, fun, and full of personality. They didn’t just play music—they brought the party to life! The dance floor was packed from the first song to the last, and our guests are still talking about how epic the band was. If you want a group that will light up your night, keep everyone dancing, and make your celebration truly unforgettable, go with Split Decision. You’ll be saying the same thing we are: best decision ever!

Leah D

Hiring Split Decision was hands down one of the best decisions I made for my wedding! My dance floor was packed the entire night and my guests have been raving about them since my ...

wedding day. I love that they didn’t feel like a “wedding” band and they played a great mix of modern music and throw backs. Most importantly, they helped make the day and night run so smoothly by helping with announcements, sound equipment, etc. Each member of the band was so kind and genuinely seemed like they were happy to be there. Also the communication leading up to the wedding was excellent! I highly highly recommend hiring them and I promise you won’t regret it!

Faith R

If I could give them a trillion stars I would. They were the utmost professionals and made everything from start to finish so easy. Even when we had unexpected chaos and changes th...

ey helped us have a sense of calm because we knew they had our evening under control. My dance floor was PACKED from beginning to end. I gave them a very general description of what we wanted the vibe to be and they brought it to life in a way that was better than I imagined. They checked in on us all night to ensure we were taken care of. Our friends keep joking that we hosted a concert not a wedding, exactly what we wanted. Hire them and never look back.

Erica P

Hire. Them. Immediately! We absolutely loved having Split Decision as our wedding band. They are an extremely talented group who play every genre of music sooo well. We told them t...

he vibe we wanted for the night (which was a mix of almost everything- mostly 90s and early 2000s) and they did not disappoint. The dance floor was packed the whole night with dancing and singing along with the band which is exactly what we wanted. We had many guests complement on the type of music played and gushed about how much they enjoyed it. Thank you so much for making our wedding perfect guys!

Alex C

Truly could not recommend Split Decision enough!! They kept the vibes up all day long and the dancefloor remained packed all night! We had the best night of our lives because of th...

em. Our guests cannot stop raving about the band! You NEED to book them for your wedding!!

Ashley M

Don’t hesitate and book Split D for your wedding! We’ve loved seeing them as couple for our entire relationship and knew they would be the best for our special day. Mikey was an am...

azing MC and so easy to work with. The acoustic set at our cocktail hour was perfect and had such a good vibe. The entire band puts on an amazing show and had everyone on the dance floor the entire night. They allowed all of our crazy requests and made the planning process a breeze. They included us as part of the show and the whole crew was amazing. All of our guests keep raving about how awesome the show was! We can’t say enough amazing things about this band. BOOK THEM NOW!

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Thank You Ashley!! It was a blast!!!!!!

Ron P

They came highly recommended and didn’t disappoint. They learned songs for us, did our intros, handled the ceremony music, played an acoustic set during cocktail hour…. They did it...

all. They made the night perfect.

Samantha G

This is not a normal 'wedding band'. They are AWESOME and bring so much energy to the day!! They are GREAT to work with and made our wedding. Our guests are still raving about how ...

great our band was the day of our wedding. We had a very active dance floor, thanks to them ! They really know how to get the crowd going and it is even cooler that we can see them again at venues down the shore or at XfinityLive!! You won't regret booking them!!

Jane K

Hiring Split Decision was the second best decision I made on my wedding day, the first was saying “I do” to my wonderful husband! These guys had the entire dance floor packed all n...

ight and we all had such an amazing time. Would recommend to anyone looking for a high energy, talented cover band. Many of our guests loved them so much they have since gone to see them play down at the Jersey shore and at other venues in Philly. Thanks Split Decision!

Lauren S

If you prefer your wedding guests NOT to dance, definitely skip over Split Decision. But if you prefer your pregnant bridesmaid to forever talk about how she couldn't stop moving ...

her swollen feet the whole night because of how good they were... then def book em. My dad had one very big concern during wedding planning- will his elderly friends like the music played? He knew my fiance and I loved Split Decision after years of following them in Dewey and North Wildwood, but he didn't want a wedding band that only accommodated the younger generation. Split Decision not only delivered but my dad even had to admit that I was right for once. I was a super needy bride, needing them to play Merrill Reese recordings at certain points in the night, and make sure they got my dad up in a chair... & Split not only delivered (yet AGAIN) but they even got me (THE BRIDE) to crowdsurf. I could brag about them all day since I'm the one who chose them, but I think it says it all when one of your wedding guests booked them the following week for her own wedding. So, if you want your friends and your dad's friends to NOT dance at your wedding, I repeat DO NOT BOOK SPLIT. But if you're looking for a band that will bring all your wedding dreams to life- pick these guys.. you won't regret it. 🕺🎶💃

Anna K

This review has been a long time coming... We got married back in September and I cannot recommend Split Decision enough. Wedding planning can be so stressful & they made everythi...

ng surrounding the entertainment so incredibly easy and it was such a relief. They were beyond helpful throughout the planning process & were always quick to respond if we had any questions at all leading up to the wedding. They went above and beyond to help everything go as perfectly as possible - from helping set up audio for the ceremony to playing an acoustic set during cocktail hour to ensuring our reception was as fun as it could possibly be. ALL of our friends & family came up to us after (and still do!) just to tell us how great they were. They kept our guests entertained all night and I cannot express my gratitude enough. Such a wide range of songs to choose from & the energy was through the roof the entire time. Please do not hesitate to book Split for your wedding, you will NOT regret it!!! The absolute BEST decision going with them for ours - I cannot thank them enough!

Leigh M

I've been following Split Decision since I was 18 years old going to LaCosta in Sea Isle City. My girlfriends and I would spend every summer singing and dancing with them as our fa...

vorite cover band. It was only natural that when I got engaged, that I had to have them play at our wedding!!! I couldn't imagine having anyone else for entertainment. They are the BEST guys!!! And they were amazing to work with and made my vision come to life. They went above and beyond to make acoustics happen for my beach ceremony so that I could walk down the aisle to my husbands favorite song "Sweet Child of Mine" which was such a beautiful touch. They were open and accommodating to all songs requested and they even learned and practiced a song on their own time so that my husband could play guitar for his bride during our reception - it was the highlight of my night! All guests were up dancing and still talk about what a blast they had 6 years ago. Now married with children at 42, they are still our favorite band to go see play when we get a night out! Highly Highly recommend!!

Nicole H

Looking to have your wedding be the best and talked about for years to come? Split Decision is where it’s at! These guys are so much fun! They really know how to have a great time ...

and work with you for the songs you want to hear. My guests are STILL talking about our wedding from 2015 and not for the food or venue which were both amazing but the band! It’s such a better experience having a live band then a DJ! Look no further, Split Decision IS the best decision!

Carly J

We got married in April 2021. Split was just getting back out on stage after the lock down. Inarguably THE BEST decision we made that day (besides saying "I do".) It's now Jan 2023...

and people literally still talk about how great our band was. And if you have nostalgia for Split from bar-hopping in the 90's, stop looking for your entertainment right now and book Split.

Lisa F

SplitDecision was the absolute best and we could not have been happier with our choice. They were so easy to work with and accommodated some music we wanted to hear. We have had so...

many guests (of all ages) comment on what an amazing party it was and we definitely have them to thank. I would 100% recommend SplitDecision for your celebration!

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