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Forté Appling
Forté has been a part of the Austin music scene since 2011 opening for bands like Sublime, Bowling For Soup, and more. His love for music stems from his upbringing, having spent a great deal of it performing on stages all across the country. Forté’s versatility speaks for itself with soulful harmonies, booming vocals and nuanced vocal acrobatics to his performances. With a career rooted in diverse musical experiences and a deep connection to his craft, Forté continues to captivate audiences with his dynamic performances.

Suzanne Van Velson
Suzanne Van Velson grew up performing in musical theater since she was 3 years old and has been hooked ever since. Her passion for music pushed her to study classical music, theater and opera at Lamar University where she earned a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. Since 2008, she has consistently worked in the professional music industry with several top bands (Rotel and the Hot Tomatoes, Memphis Train Revue, The Grooves, Matt Wilson Band, The Sophisticates, and more.) When not on stage, Suzanne enjoys spending time with her daughters Simone and Stevie Mae.

Matt Raines
Matt Raines, a Rhode Island native now residing in Austin,TX, embarked on his musical journey at the age of 11. He’s performed on cruise ships, in numerous intimate jazz venues and countless Texas Honky Tonks, embracing a wide array of musical genres. With two albums to his credit, his music mirrors a lifetime of devotion and passion for his craft
Top-Rated Live Entertainment Band in Austin

Cap City Band is a high energy variety band catered to a modern audience featuring a fantastic balance of your favorite dance songs from Motown, soul, 80s, 90s, 00s, country and today’s top 40! You’ll appreciate our versatility when working together as your wedding band or corporate event entertainment – our non-stop medleys will keep the dance party going all night long! Seamless transitions and a slick, choreographed show really set us apart and are a key reason why we’re on the short list of Austin’s top wedding bands… check out our reviews to read some amazing feedback!