Best for channeling the rock star within
It's 8:29 p.m. on a Wednesday, and there's a line of people in Hill Country's entryway itching to be let downstairs for Rock 'n Twang Karaoke. At 8:30, the floodgates open. Tables get snatched up and stragglers vie for a spot at the bar, waiting for the HariKaraoke band to come on.... If you're lucky enough to get a table, you may still want to order from the bar as sometimes servers are stretched thin with crowds of up to 200 people.
Stephanie Merry and Jess Righthand, Washington Post, "Best Karaoke", October 27, 2011

For Wannabe Rock Stars
Why sing along to synthesized tracks when you can utter the immortal words “I’m with the band”? Washington’s own live karaoke band, HariKaraoke, tours bars in DC and Northern Virginia. The band features a lead guitarist, bassist, keyboard player, and drummer; its repertoire ranges from Elton John to Lady Gaga.
Sophie Gilbert, Washingtonian, "Best Karaoke in Washington", July 11, 2011

HariKaraoke
HariKaraoke takes the art of singing in public to a new level at Whitlow's on Wilson. When you get up to croon songs by Elvis, John Denver, Guns N' Roses, the Eagles or Bob Marley, you're grabbing the mike in front of a full - and fully competent - band that offers more than 100 selections. Adding to the entertainment, lousy performers get gonged off, and the crowd isn't hesitant to cheer (or boo) whoever's on stage.
Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, "Going Out Gurus", January 21, 2011

HariKaraoke Resonates with Hill Crowd
But come Wednesday, Congress’ closeted crooners climb down from their mountain and make a beeline for Hill Country, where they loudly and proudly belt out their personal anthems with a little help from the HariKaraoke Band.
Warren Rojas, Roll Call, "Live Band Karaoke Resonates With Hill Crowd", February 2, 2012

The Best Show in Town
The band behind this genius is a 4-man show that molds to just about every brave soul that takes the mic... Together, they give every singer their shot at the stage, and they rock the house! ...as the night came to a close, I was honestly so sad that it was over!
Sarah, WhereTheBeltwayEnds.wordpress.com

Rock Star for the Night
The songs covered span the spectrum of classic rock, pop songs and oldies, but one thing was clear, the crowd loves it and so do the performers.
Alexandra Benedetto, On Tap Magazine

Wonderland Ballroom Closed for Roof Repairs
Columbia Heights institution Wonderland Ballroom is closed today for repairs after me, D-press, and Izza-HC tore the mother lovin’ roof off that place at last night’s Live Band Karaoke extravaganza, courtesy of the grade A awesome HariKaraoke Band. I will return...
Hazenberger, DC apatheticallydecomposing.wordpress.com/

It's a Blast...
I highly recommend checking out the show if you ever want to rock out of your everyday routine. It's a blast to watch people get into it...
Patrick Palafox, WeLoveDC.com

It's a Blast...
Live band karaoke is much more exciting, and singers sometimes don't go back to regular karaoke because having a band backing you, your adrenaline starts flowing and you realize it's live...
Topher Forhecz, Gazette.Net

Fan Emails & Memorable Quotes

This was my first time ever...and....I enjoyed myself tonite truly!!! I had a great time performing. The band is the wildest and most precise band I’ve ever performed with...They have style soul swagger...OH MY GOODNESS...THIS BAND IS THE BEES KNEES as we say down south!! And of course I DIDNT GET GONGED! CAN’T WAIT TILL NEXT TIME.
Christopher, via Facebook

Thanks for making Friday night an awesome experience for our conference participants. It was a blast.
Vaughn, DC

Went to your live band show last week. Fantastic. We’re coming again this Tuesday. Thanks for being the highlight of our week.
Catherine, DC

Wanted to thank you for giving us the best Christmas present we could ask for.
Dustin, DC

I’ve seen the HariKaraoke Band at Wonderland a couple of times, and they are just SO much fun. My birthday is coming up and I really want to have a BIG party…” (After the Party.) “It was SO SO SO fun. Thanks again. LOVED IT!”
Nicole, DC

Dude, singing with a Live Band is rad as f**k!
Martin, VA (After getting gonged.)

I just found out about your Tuesday night shows at Wonderland, and am planning to be a regular in the near future.
Victoria, DC

I sang for the first time in my life with a real band, and I really had an AMAZING experience.
Theodore, DC

You guys were so much fun and we can’t wait to do it all again. You all rock!
Kelly, VA

You are awesome!!! I think you are primo musicians and I enjoy coming just to hear you play!
I. H, DC

Just wanted to say you guys were awesome and really rocked last night! I had invited a bunch of friends to come to Harikaraoke (some were first timers) and they all had a blast. Think we'll be coming back again soon!
Tony, DC

Last night was so much fun. You guys are amazing! Definitely will come again.
Shea, DC

Live Band Karaoke is the Sh*t.
Wedding Guest, VA

You're the best cover band I've ever heard!
Bill, Sound Man

I love this band. They are such gentleman. It is an honor to sing with them.
Bazm, DC

My 70 year old grandmother danced to you guys, and she's never danced in her life! She used to tell us if we danced we'd go to hell.
Random Party Guest, DC

Had a blast last night! Can't wait to do it again!
Nora, DC

You guys are unbelievable!
Random Bar Patron, VA

You guys were a blast, as always. Really appreciate what you do, there really is nothing like it. See you soon!
Rob, DC

That was my first time doing karaoke with a live band. You guys are awesome and it was ridiculously good fun.
Mark H, DC