The LustreLights
Make Your Event Shine With Us!
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About the Band
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Premier Entertainment for Extraordinary Events
The LustreLights illuminate your special occasions with unforgettable live performances. Whether it’s an elegant wedding, a lavish corporate gala, or a lively private party, our dynamic band brings the perfect fusion of energy, passion, and world-class musicianship to every event.
From jazz to high-energy pop, and everything in between, The LustreLights specialize in curating a captivating musical experience tailored to your unique vision. With an unparalleled repertoire spanning decades and genres, our seasoned musicians elevate the atmosphere, turning your celebration into a one-of-a-kind, show-stopping experience.
Our commitment to excellence shines through every note we play. Whether you want a subtle acoustic performance or a vibrant full-band showcase, The LustreLights will set the stage for memories that last a lifetime. Known for our versatility, professionalism, and ability to connect with audiences of all ages, The LustreLights is the top choice for those seeking to transform their events into a masterpiece of sound, rhythm, and dancing.
Experience the magic of The LustreLights.
Book us today to discover why we’re the most sought-after entertainment group in the industry.
Bandleader
-Photo by Ashley Pieper
Kara Baldus has over twenty years of experience playing in some of St. Louis' most popular event bands. She has decided to step out on her own and assemble this group of talented musicians who she has worked with frequently throughout the years. All of the musicians in the band have degrees in music and are well-respected throughout the community. Kara has been a full-time instructor of jazz piano at Washington University in St. Louis since 2005. Building on her valuable knowledge and versatility she and The LustreLights are confident that they can deliver an event for you to remember!
get all generations on the dance floor by playing your favorite songs from the 50's through the modern day hits
entertain and engage you and your guests from the ceremony to cocktails/dinner music to the dance sets
all events will have two dedicated professional sound/lighting engineers delivering the best audience experience
offer customizable packages, thorough communication and professional booking thanks to Contemporary Productions, who have over four decades of experience in producing unforgettable events
deliver a dynamic, high-energy performance that goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable event that everyone will be talking about
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Partial Song List
• ABBA – Dancing Queen
• Adele – Hello
• Adele – Make You Feel My Love
• Adele – Rolling in the Deep
• Alanis Morissette – You Oughta Know
• Alicia Keys - If I Ain’t Got You
• Al Green – Let’s Stay Together
• Amy Winehouse – Valerie
• Aretha Franklin – (You Make Me Feel Like)A Natural Woman
• Aretha Franklin – Chain of Fools
• Aretha Franklin – I Say A Little Prayer
• Aretha Franklin – Respect
• B-52’s – Loveshack
• Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way
• Ben E. King – Stand By Me
• Beyoncé – Love On Top
• Beyoncé – Single Ladies
• Billie Eilish - Bad Guy
• Blues Brothers – Soul Man
• Bon Jovi – Livin’ on a Prayer
• Britney Spears – Hit Me Baby One More Time
• Britney Spears – Toxic
• Bruno Mars – 24K Magic
• Bruno Mars – Locked Out of Heaven
• Bruno Mars – Marry You
• Bruno Mars – That’s What I Like
• Bruno Mars – Treasure
• Bruno Mars – Uptown Funk
• Camilla Cabello – Havana
• Cee Lo Green – Forget You
• Chris Stapleton – Tennessee Whiskey
• Cyndi Lauper – Girls Just Want to Have Fun
• Daft Punk – Get Lucky
• Darius Rucker – Wagon Wheel
• David Bowie – Let’s Dance
• DNCE – Cake by the Ocean
• Donna Summer – Last Dance
• Dua Lipa – Don’t Start Now
• Dua Lipa – New Rules
• Earth Wind & Fire – September
• Ed Sheeran – Shape Of You
• Elton John – Bennie & The Jets
• Elton John – Tiny Dancer
• Etta James – At Last
• Fleetwood Mac - Dreams
• Frank Sinatra – The Way You Look Tonight
• Garth Brooks – Friends in Low Places
• Gloria Gaynor – I Will Survive
• Gnarls Barkley – Crazy
• Guns N’ Roses – Sweet Child of Mine
• Hall & Oates – You Make My Dreams
• Harry Styles – Watermelon Sugar
• Huey Lewis & The News – Power of Love
• James Brown – I Got You (I Feel Good)
• James Brown – Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag
• Jason Derulo – Want to Want Me
• Jessie J, Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj – Bang Bang
• Joan Jett – I Love Rock ‘n Roll
• Journey – Anyway You Want It
• Journey – Don’t Stop Believin’
• Justin Timberlake – Can’t Stop the Feeling!
• Justin Timberlake – Sexyback
• Katy Perry – California Gurls
• Katy Perry – Chained to the Rhythm
• Katy Perry – Teenage Dream
• Lady Gaga – Just Dance
• Lady Gaga – Pokerface
• Lauryn Hill – Doo Wop (That Thing)
• Leon Bridges – Coming Home
• Lizzo - Juice
• Lizzo - Truth Hurts
• Lorde – Green Lights
• Louis Armstrong – What A Wonderful World
• Madonna – Material Girl
• Madonna – Vogue
• MAGIC! – Rude
• Maren Morris – My Church
• Maren Morris – The Middle
• Maroon 5 – Moves Like Jagger
• Maroon 5 – Sugar
• Marvin Gaye – Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
• Marvin Gaye – How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)
• Marvin Gaye – I Heard It Through The Grapevine
• Meghan Trainor – All About That Bass
• Meghan Trainor – Dear Future Husband
• Meghan Trainor – Lips are Movin
• Meghan Trainor – Me Too
• Michael Jackson – Billie Jean
• Michael Jackson – PYT
• Michael Jackson – Thriller
• Michael Jackson – Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’
• Miley Cyrus – Party in the USA
• Montell Jordan – This Is How We Do It
• Nat King Cole – Unforgettable
• Neil Diamond – Sweet Caroline
• Nicki Minaj - Super Bass
• Norah Jones – Don’t Know Why
• Outkast – Hey Ya!
• Pat Benatar – Hit Me With Your Best Shot
• Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
• Pink – Get the Party Started
• Pink – Raise Your Glass
• Portugal. The Man – Feel It Still
• Prince – Kiss
• Prince – Let’s Go Crazy
• Prince – I Would Die 4 U
• Prince – Purple Rain
• Proclaimers – And I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)
• Queen – Another One Bites the Dust
• Queen – Crazy Little Thing Called Love
• Ray LaMontagne – You Are the Best Thing
• Rihanna – Don’t Stop the Music
• Rihanna – We Found Love
• Santana – Smooth
• Shania Twain – Man! I Feel Like a Woman
• Sheryl Crow – All I Wanna Do
• Sister Sledge – We Are Family
• Stevie Wonder – Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)
• Stevie Wonder – Superstition
• Survivor – Eye of the Tiger
• Taylor Swift – Love Story
• Taylor Swift – Shake It Off
• The Beach Boys – God Only Knows
• The Beatles – In My Life
• The Black-Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling
• The Cars – Just What I Needed
• The Commodores – Brick House
• The Cure – Friday, I’m in Love
• The Isley Brothers – Shout
• The Jackson 5 – I Want You Back
• The Killers – Mr. Brightside
• The Outfield – Your Love
• The Supremes – Baby Love
• The Supremes – You Can’t Hurry Love
• The Temptations – My Girl
• The Temptations – Ain’t Too Proud to Beg
• The Weeknd – Blinding Lights
• The Weeknd – Can’t Feel My Face
• Third Eye Blind – Semi Charmed Life
• Tina Turner – Proud Mary
• TLC – No Scrubs
• Toto – Africa
• Van Morrison – Brown Eyed Girl
• Walk the Moon – Shut Up and Dance
• Whitney Houston – How Will I Know
• Whitney Houston – I Wanna Dance With Somebody
• Wild Cherry – Play That Funky Music
• Wilson Pickett – Land of 1000 Dances
• Wilson Pickett – Mustang Sally