
Meet Our Singers

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 Davila (formerly Suzanne Van Velson) Suzanne Davila is a versatile vocalist whose passion for performing has been a lifelong pursuit. She studied classical music, theater, and opera at Lamar University, where she earned a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. Since 2008, Suzanne has built a successful career in the Texas music industry, performing with the legendary, high-energy party and show band Rotel and the Hot Tomatoes, as well as other well-known Texas bands. Suzanne joined Cap City Band as their lead female vocalist in 2020. Her dynamic stage presence, powerful vocals, and ability to connect with audiences make her a sought-after performer for private events, corporate functions, festivals, and live entertainment venues throughout the state. When she's not performing, Suzanne enjoys spending time with her husband and their three daughters. One of Suzanne's proudest career highlights was performing the National Anthem for the Houston Astros, combining her love of music with the honor of singing on one of Texas's biggest stages.

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

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!
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We created an Authority Guide covering our live entertainment approach, performance systems, and event production strategies. Read the full guide here.
Cap City Band is a premier live wedding band and corporate event band providing high-energy live music entertainment in Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Denver. Known for packed dance floors and versatile setlists spanning Motown, pop, funk, rock, and Top 40, Cap City Band performs for weddings, corporate events, galas, and private parties across Texas and Colorado.



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