Rico Entertainment

Dude was insanely talented!!! He played the guitar and DJed my mother in law’s retirement party. First, he played music from different genres for about 2 hours. Spoke to him and found out that his guitar skills were self-​taught. He was asked to play certain tunes during the warm up to the dinner. People slowly started paying attention to his guitar and most of us were actually clapping after every song and anticipating what he was going to play next. My experience at parties is that people don’t pay attention to the live music being played so his was different… worthy of our attention. His guitar playing alone could have been the entertainment for the night. he was that goooood! Second, he was a soft spoken guy and very humble despite his multiple talents… he could’ve shined but he ‘rolled with the punch’ and just entertained us. Thirdly, he had the crowd going once he started DJing. Old folks (did I mention it was retirement party), middle aged and young ones were dancing together and he made it happen as he played music for all the ages. Nobody wanted to stop and rest and including myself and I’m out of shape! Families including daughters and parents were on the dance floor together… Rico is just soooo talented and knew how to draw the crowd into the party. I would like to have him at any of my kids wedding!!! Thanks, Maestro Rico!

Rico is a true professional. He was very patient in following up with me while I was planning the Anniversary party for work and very detailed in providing information on the services he provides. He showed up early to the event dressed with a smile that matched his Awesome services.
We had a Mexican themed anniversary party and Rico played the acoustic guitar for the first three hours that people were arriving. He even waited to play until more people were arriving. The Doctors, Directors, Nurses and all surgical team members loved how he played. It added the classy touch we were hoping to deliver for our guests. Thank you Rico, you are definitely Great at what you do!

A Talented and Professional Musician. Rico was friendly, easy-​going and very accommodating for this last minute Malibu wedding; and we REALLY appreciate him for performing so early in the morning and on his birthday! He arrived ahead of schedule, came well-​dressed, and prepared with additional speakers the for event. His music selection was on-​point and completely added the perfect ambience to the ceremony for Lizz and Marco.

If I had just one word to describe Rico’s performance, it would be ‘beautiful’. I recently wed on May 21, 2016 and he performed at our ceremony and cocktail hour. I can’t tell you enough how much we enjoyed him. He was professional each step of the way, going over and beyond to make sure I felt well taken care of. Even with all of the activities and distractions around me, I was able to pause and appreciate his talent. It literally almost brought me to tears, just perfect. I highly recommend Rico for your next event. Thank you Rico!

Rico is best in class! We planned our LA wedding at Descanso Gardens all the way from Australia. Rico was one of the first vendors we hired. We hired him for Live music (Ceremony and Cocktail hour) and DJ services. He was very professional: he quickly responded to emails, and was always on time for our calls. Once in LA, Rico even took the time to do a walk through of the venue with us to familiarize himself with the venue and what our vision was for the Live Music and DJ services. We need to say we were very impressed with his professionalism and his experience with weddings. During the ceremony he knew exactly the right time to play the guitar making it even more romantic and got tears in everyone’s eyes myself included! He knew when to play the guitar louder when one of the babies was crying during the ceremony which my sister complimented him on. All of our guests were impressed and complimented us on hiring him! His DJ skills were great, and he knew how to read the crowd and the dance floor was always packed! We had a very diverse crowd, but he literally got everyone on the dance floor! His MC was also great and he actually has a very nice voice. He recommended an anniversary dance which was pretty nice because my parents at the end were the last couple standing. He honestly was just amazing! We are beyond happy we hired his services! And definitely recommend him to every couple! We hired him after reading reviews and they were all right about him! If anything they underestimated how great he is. Hire Him! We are even taking time in our honeymoon to write this because we were just so happy with his services!

Rico Espinoza played our wedding held at The Vineyards in Simi Valley. His performance during the ceremony and cocktail hour was PERFECT. Guests and family kept complimenting us on what great taste in instrumentation. Simple acoustic guitar and percussion gave the event a perfect romance. Thanks for everything Rico!

We worked with Rico this past weekend in Joshua Tree and he was not only an incredibly talented musician but such a pleasure to work with. I was very impressed with how professional, punctual and pleasant he was throughout the day. I will definitely be recommending him in the future to my clients!

Rico was everything we hoped for, and more. He played solo for us and it was simply terrific. He is talented, knowledgeable and a pleasure to have at our event. I would not hesitate to invite him to our next event.
Ben

Party & Party & Party!!! Rico was awesome! Had my wedding dance packed until the last minute. I love the way Rico was so organized in making sure he had the wedding schedule before hand. He even went as far as downloading music that me and wife personally requested. He was also very patient in creating a mix of songs for our surprise dance 3xtimes, because we kept adding and changing songs! Amazing live Spanish guitar music, everyone enjoyed while having dinner. OMG the up lighting was way better than the actual hall. He went as far as making a LOGO with my wife and my name from scratch, which is very difficult to create. Also no need for wedding coordinator, Rico did a fantastic job in taking the lead of following the wedding event schedule. My wife and I are people that love to dance, and honestly we were so pleased with Rico;s music, that we want to book him for our future events, or go crash the next wedding he will be at, lol just to hear him again!!!

I came across Rico on one of his YouTube videos, and when my husband and I decided to get married two years later I reached out to him immediately and booked him! We were not disappointed! Our wedding took place October 17, 2015 on the San Gabriel Historical Mission grounds. Rico provided his Spanish Guitar and DJ/​MC services during our ceremony and reception. He is amazing! He’s professional, talented, punctual and super sweet. He was by far the easiest vendor decision of our entire wedding experience. And I think he is a STEAL expense wise since he provides both live music and DJ services. If we would have had to hire them separately, I’m sure it would have been more costly. Rico knows a wide array of modern and classic songs on the guitar. Each song I requested he play at the wedding, he already knew. I am Chinese/​Caucasian and my husband is from Argentina. It was important for us to find a bilingual MC to make our Argentino guests feel accommodated and welcomed. Rico was perfect! He speaks English and Spanish very well. He played a good mix of Latin favorites and classic American music (I requested old school 90s hip hop). Everyone was dancing! We did not meet prior to the wedding and it was no problem at all. So thankful that Rico was there to make our wedding exactly everything we wanted it to be. Thank you, Rico! I highly recommend him for live music and/​or DJ/​MC services!

Rico was so fantastic as our wedding entertainment. We booked him for both live music and DJ services and had only decided to do so after meeting him in person and watching all of his videos to make sure his style would be okay for our Chinese/​Filipino family members. Throughout the planning process, Rico took careful notes on exactly what we wanted. On the day of our wedding, Rico arrived at least 4 hours early to set up, check his equipment and sound check with his musicians as well as my little brother who played a few songs on Rico’s guitar.
During my ceremony, Rico played solo guitar beautifully then smoothly switched over to my brother while I walked down the aisle with both of my parents. I threw in so many surprise elements and asked for quick song transitions, he not only delivered but worked well with everyone. He read our crowd and played music accordingly. Rico also never hogged the mic, he spoke up when necessary but never inappropriate or over reached. we had reservations about not playing any newly wed games, not having a slide show and not doing father-​daughter, mother-​son dances but Rico did an awesome job keeping the guests entertained. Our wedding was absolutely incredible. Thank you Rico!

We contracted Rico for DJ services for our wedding that occurred on May 30^th, 2015. We wanted someone who was bilingual and had great reviews in both DJ and being an emcee. Rico fit the bill perfectly and was very responsive to any question or concern we had. We met just once prior to our wedding date and Rico helped seal the deal with listening to our needs. Come day of the wedding, Rico was promptly on time and was setup to go once he was needed. He helped play a mix of Spanish and English music that was perfectly balanced so that our guests would enjoy the music. Overall, Rico is the best DJ around and would definitely recommend him to anyone that is in need of his services! Thanks Rico!
Regards,
Henry & Maria :)

Hello to clients that are looking to potential hire ”Rico Entertainment” My name is Art I have known Rico for approx 8 years and have hired him to entertain family, friends on two past events at approx ¹⁸⁰⁄₂₀₀ guests a B-​Day party as well as a High School grad going away to Penn State, I have worked with Rico many times providing Photography as well as Video services. He has excellent customer service skills, a true professionals, Professional. He expects the unexpected and that’s why he is one of the BEST local Entertainment performers around, he is highly organized, overly punctually to the point to arriving ¾ hours before the event is to start. He is known to go over and beyond expectations for all of his past clients. He truely is a RARE entertainer who provides the best audio equipment and best service around because he DEMANDS upon himself!!!, So as I read this review of this SLANDERER, I have no idea who she hired on that day, she is describing someone UNKNOWN to me and all of his past clients would agree. I know that Rico HOLDS himself to a high moral standards and on taking PRIDE in the services that he is HIRED. I just can’t and WON’T believe, this just isn’t the person I know!!! Please potential clients don’t bother to take any credence to what (R.M.) has noted in her RANT about Rico’s sub performance for even a moment. From her opening 2 sentences as (R.M.) she goe’s on the attack, I quote ”We had issues with how pushy he was… as well as I quote ”As a DJ and wedding vendor, you’re probably the worst I’ve worked with” Well how MANY TIMES have YOU REQUIRED those services???, REALLY WOMAN, NO sane person or persons would put themselves in such a position on THEE most important day in their lives. And as far as the Indian fusion that (RM) states he botched, I really can’t believe that as well… Again I have worked the same Wedding as a photographer and have witnessed”Rico Entertainment” with a diverse bride and groom and the music Rico has supplied was excellent with NO COMPLAINTS, be it Indian, Pakistani, Morroccan, Spanish, Mexican, Japanese, American, Rico always has made the Bride and groom and families happy, content, joyous as can be noted in ALL of his PRIOR RATINGS… I have NO RESERVATIONS in hiring ”Rico Entertainment” for any of my future events and either should you!!! And in closing (R.M.) you have NO Unilocal FRIENDS and you wrote your ONLY and 1^st REVIEW on 6/​29, You went through with and hired… ”Rico Entertainment” because he is the BEST!!!

It’s been a pleasure working with Rico for 5 years now. I can say that Rico is a true professional at what he does. He is dedicated to give each and everyone of his clients the best service possible. He goes beyond what’s expected of him and makes sure the wedding is perfect. There are times I call him during the week to catch up and I always ask what are you up to and it never surprises me when he says, «I’m here working on this weekend’s wedding getting the music ready, cables, all of the equipment I need.» He tells me, «Ismael this is a full time job.» What people sometimes don’t see is that he is not just a humble man, but very hard working and always goes beyond what’s been requested of him. His years of experience as a DJ and musician are evident in how he always takes a back up or two or three of each piece of equipment he takes to the job. It truly has been an honor working with him. I love being around hard working people with drive and humility. I would highly recommend him and his services to anyone. That sums up Rico Entertainment.

¡Fantástico! Rico is great! He is in fact, the Man! Everyone loved him. He played lived music during our ceremony and cocktail hour. He then DJ during the reception. Combined awesomeness! He is super polite, he is a good MC (Spanish and English) and he found a lot of the music in my extensive play list, again in both languages. He also managed to get music popular in my native country.
We are from the East Coast and planning and communicating with him in California was no problem. He responds quickly to emails and as soon as we spoke on the phone I could sense his cool personality. I am more than satisfied. My husband, who did almost no planning for the wedding said: This guy is awesome!
Thank you for everything Rico. My family in California already knows you will be their DJ for the next party.
Sofia and Eric

Had the pleasure of having Rico at our Santa Barbara wedding. Can’t say enough good things about him and his music. Very talented and a pleasure to work with. He worked with his on the music on what specific songs we wanted played through out the ceremony weeks before the wedding, came early to the event, and his music made our day even more magical. I am so glad my husband found him, he was probably my most favorite part of the wedding.

WOW!!! This guy is amazing. Went to California for a party and wow, this guy can play. He played the most amazing music, just 2 guys sounded like a full band. No cheesy electronics that make him sound like your buying something from the dollar store. A true artist at what he does. To my surprise he also Dj’d the party and we did not stop until sun up. His style is not something I would normally listen to, but he has broadened my musical pallet.
Great job.
Winn R

I highly recommend Rico !!! He was amazing. He provided latin guitar during our ceremony and dinner and the guests were blown away. He arrived early to our wedding, dressed professionally, and played throughout the evening. Thank you, Thank you for such an outstanding performance!

Rico is the Man! Super easy to work with has an eye to keep the crowd going and a great value. When I say easy to work with, he doesn’t over complicate things or tries to nickle and dime you like other vendors. You need music here and here? great. Just let me know? want to play a specific song or genre? Oh yeah, he’s got it all don’t worry.
Many people don’t realize how important the DJ is for weddings. He was able to work with our planners, officiant, MCs and I for no sweat.
The kicker. The magic he makes when he is on his guitar. The guests wouldn’t stop talking about the music he played during the ceremony and the during cocktail hour.
I would recommend him again and again and again.
Thanks Rico. Keep it up!

Rico is definitely a vendor you want in your corner for your events. He is very easy to work with, and provides a high level of service. How great is it for my clients to hear that — yes he will do what you ask and try to make sure you get the event you want.
This was the second time my clients hired Rico, and certainly won’t be the last.
I can atest that his guitar and DJ’ing skills are very good and makes your life a lot easier to have 1 vendor to take care of all your wedding entertainment needs. He also provides the audio equipment you need for ceremonies as part of his fee.