Elly Rydge
60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, Boogie, Funk & Soul, Pop, Rnb, Top40
Queenstown, Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Christchurch, Coromandel, Dunedin, Hamilton, Rotorua, Taupo, Tauranga, Wanaka
Artist Bio
Born in Brazil and based in New Zealand since 2013, Je Marco has become a highly regarded performer with over 15 years of international experience. Known for his easy-going nature and natural ability to connect with any audience, he delivers a dynamic live experience that blends soulful vocals, upbeat energy, and versatile musicianship, performing everything from timeless classics of the 60s to today’s modern hits. Je Marco performs in a variety of formats to suit any occasion, from his premium solo acoustic show to duo formations featuring percussion, drums, or saxophone, and with his well-known events band, Turtle Funk, which packs dance floors across New Zealand.
Sample Songlist
John Mayer – Waiting on the World to Change
Ben E. King – Stand by Me
Maroon 5 – This love
Tiki Taane – Always on my mind
The Black Seeds – So True
Bee Gees – Night Fever
Six60 – Don’t Forget your Roots
Gipsy Kings – Volare
Jack Johnson – Better Together
The Beatles – Twist and Shout
Reviews
Thanks Je! You were an amazing addition to our wedding and we can’t thank you enough. Pure bliss to our ears! Thanks so much! Our guests loved you!
Oakley & Tessa Johnston
Christchurch Wedding, Cossars Wineshed
Christchurch Wedding, Cossars Wineshed
Thank you so much for being a part of our day! Our guests had a great time and I’m still disappointed we didn’t make it in time for the canapes but I know it was special!
Isabelle and Alex
Queenstown Wedding, Millbrook Resort
Je Marco was so awesome! He was at our wedding and was so professional and was like Bruno Mars but better 10/10!
Sarah Sorbello
Queenstown Wedding, Stoneridge Estate
Thank you sooo much for playing at our wedding ,It was such a vibe and everyone really enjoyed every moment of it! All the best! We’ll definitely recommend your services to anyone wanting a wedding in Queenstown.
Sarah & Jeremy
Wedding at Stoneridge State, Queenstown
Thank you so much for being part of our wedding day and for creating such a beautiful atmosphere during the ceremony and canapés. So many of our guests have told us how wonderful you were.
your music really set the tone and made those moments feel extra special. You absolutely nailed all our songs and we couldn’t be happier. We’re so grateful to have had you there!
Lucy and James
Wedding at Rippon Hall, Wanaka
Je Marco sang at my wedding in Queenstown , and it was certainly a great decision to have Je on this special day, everything became so much more magical, he is super professional!! We were so lucky!!
Duda & Thiago
Queenstown Wedding, Lake Hayes Pavilion
We had Je play at our wedding. We cannot recommend him enough, He has an amazing voice. Learnt songs that were special to us and nailed them on the day. He has also connected with our guests! What a guy!
Mark & Emma Stewart
Wedding at Fiordland Lodge – Te Anau
Oh my gosh, you were so amazing!!! Thank you so so so much for everything. Such a perfect solo artist for the ceremony & such a great band for reception. Scott & I were so so happy with everything. Thank you again!! So so talented!! Xx
Review Leesa & Scott
Queenstown Wedding, QT Hotel
Je!! You guys were amazing. I’m so sorry it was cold and your hands were freezing but you really made our night. The whole band was amazing and we got so many compliments for you. Honestly we couldn’t have asked for better. For a group of musicians to want to dance to you guys all night, you guys nailed it! COULD NOT BE HAPPIER. IT WAS PERECT. Thank you for everything. Will send your name to everyone one we know. I also think we got some photos so will send those to you too!! Let’s keep in touch! Especially if you or any of your band are in LA. Muito Obrigado, Anderson xx
Anderson Rocio
Queenstown Wedding
Queenstown Wedding
We recently used Je Marco in Queenstown for a conference dinner and it worked perfectly. Je Marco played a great selection of music that suited all ages and it was not too loud so delegates could still talk at the dinner table. Je Marco was friendly and even had delegates getting up and singing with him. I would certainly use him again and highly recommend him.
Sue Peck
Queenstown Corporate Event
Je Marco played at our wedding and it was fantastic! Such a great vibe, he did exactly what we asked for… to have a mix of Brazilian music with English songs
He is literally the best and did exactly as we envisioned for our big day! Highly recommend
Heloisa Lewis
Southland Wedding, Fiordland Lodge, Te Anau
Southland Wedding, Fiordland Lodge, Te Anau
Better Band has been amazing to deal with right from the start. Je Marco was absolutely outstanding, and we had so many comments on how talented he is! The DJ Sam was also fantastic and kept the dance floor going right to the end. We really can’t thank you enough!
Mikaela & Caleb
Wanaka Wedding, Lookout Lodge
We’re still smiling… you are incredible Je, Thank you so much again for sharing the best day of our lives with us 
one of our favourite moments of the day was walking back up the hill after the cocktail hour when it was just the two of us, and you were playing that song.
one of our favourite moments of the day was walking back up the hill after the cocktail hour when it was just the two of us, and you were playing that song.Devon & Harley
Wanaka Wedding, Rippon Hall
Wanaka Wedding, Rippon Hall
Thank you so much for yesterday – from the bottom of our hearts! You were amazing and your beautiful voice was the perfect accompaniment to our special day. 
thank you so much for making it so easy and for being so magical. Everybody loved you.
thank you so much for making it so easy and for being so magical. Everybody loved you.Carys and Rodrigo
Wanaka Wedding, The Lookout Lodge
Wanaka Wedding, The Lookout Lodge
