The Best Soul & Motown Wedding Bands & DJs in Great Lakes, IL

The Best Soul & Motown Wedding Bands & DJs in Great Lakes, IL

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144 Wedding Bands & DJs in Great Lakes, IL

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Amp Event Professionals 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

To tell the story of our couples on the most important day of their life is something our team takes to heart. We guarantee that after your wedding day has ended, your guests will be raving about the unique moments we helped create. No 2 weddings are alike when you book us because we make sure to bring light to the things that make you as a couple different.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked the Experience Package with Ken for our wedding at the Gardens of Woodstock on 9/15/23, and it was beyond WORTH IT!!! He was easy to work with and responsive from the very beginning. Making sure the music was top notch and having everyone partying on the dance floor was my top priority, and Ken delivered! I had countless people come up to me saying it was one of the best weddings they have ever attended because of the DJ, music and TV display and how they want to hire him for their own future events. And not to mention all of the amazing extras Ken put together to make our day truly special. One of the most important things was a photo montage my dad always likes to put together for his kids weddings, and Ken was extremely helpful in gathering the pictures and music from my dad and creating a spectacular montage that we will rewatch for years to come. He also worked with our parents and grandparents to create a day of video of words of wisdom from our family, shots from our decorations, first look, and ceremony. Our wedding day was truly magical, thank you so much Ken!!!
Elizabeth P., 2 years ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Make your wedding unforgettable with Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos. We’re here to make your celebration fun, personalized, and completely stress-free. Whether it’s background music for cocktail hour or a high-energy, interactive show that gets every guest on the dance floor, we bring the experience that fits you. From live performances to DJ sets, from ceremony to reception — we’ve got your entire day covered. Need us to MC the intros? We’ll handle it. Want your favorite songs played on demand? Absolutely. Every show is fully customized to your vibe and your guests’ requests.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mike, Robert and Joey were absolutely phenomenal in all the ways possible! Every day we have friends and family telling us how much fun they had and enjoyed the dueling pianos as our wedding entertainment. Mike and Robert were great in engaging our guests and of course they did not disappoint with their singing and piano playing skills! Would definitely recommend them for any function!
Heather P., 8 months ago
Yazz Events 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Yazz Events has been bringing exciting music experiences for clients since 2010! Owned by Amy Yassinger, Yazz Events specializes in customizing musical options! Both party orchestras are led by women and play ALL genres of music from Top 40 to Country to Disco to Swing to Bubble Gum Pop to Sinatra, to 50s/60s/70s/80s/90s/00s to Motown to EVERYTHING in between: -Yazz Jazz the Experience (led by Amy) -Heat Wave Orchestra (led by Brooke) -Yazz Jazz Strings plays Classical/Romantic Pop/Disney/Movie Themes -Yazz Jazz Swings plays the Great American Songbook, Blues, R & B and more -Pro DJs/emcees!

Amy truly made our wedding extraordinary with a violin/cello duo. The music was amazing and had everyone in tears as this Kansas gal walked down the aisle to Somewhere Over the Rainbow.
Linda G., 7 months ago
Kidron Music Weddings 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

We can't thank our clients enough for the appreciation they show us and it's one of the many reasons why we absolutely love our jobs and being a part of so many amazing couples' love stories. Over the last fourteen years, we have developed a system of custom worksheets and in-person planning sessions to get to know our couples' tastes, needs and wants. We believe in helping our clients find ways to plan for and customize as much of their Wedding day as possible in the months leading up to the wedding, so that on the day of, very few decisions need to be made and they can focus solely on enjoying their day and dancing with their guests!

Jesse was so helpful not only with selecting a solid playlist for the dance floor, but also with putting together the whole timeline of the reception. The order of events he suggested flowed very well. Our guests had a wonderful time dancing to his music and we received many compliments on his work. We couldn’t have done it without him!
Kelsey, 2 years ago
Traydmarc Weddings & Events 
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

I started Traydmarc Weddings & Events to combine my life-long love of music & weddings with a desire to provide a quality, professional service. The most important business aspects to me are honesty and integrity. I encourage a personal meeting so that you can decide if this partnership is right. With over 30 years in the wedding industry and too many receptions to count, it is my goal to make your reception as stress-free as possible. Every reception is unique, and I will work with you to plan all the details of your reception to your specifications. I know that you want your reception to be perfect, so do I!

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Sweet Harmony Live Music: serving your local area nationwide! 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $380
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

At Sweet Harmony, we love what we do! To us, it is a beautiful thing when we are playing music that helps you to feel the special moments of your life. We've grown fast since our founding in 2008, and Sweet Harmony now serves weddings across the United States with fine local musicians. As owner and pianist, I hold certain core values that inspire my work with our customers and our relationships in the professional world: honesty, teamwork, friendliness, strength, service, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence. Our musicians typically hold advanced degrees in music and care genuinely about bringing you the beauty of live performance!

Awarded Best of Zola
Sweet Harmony Live Music was an outstanding choice for our wedding entertainment. From our very first interaction, their communication style was prompt, professional, and extremely detailed - they made sure we were comfortable with every aspect of their performance. On the day of the wedding, their talented musicians and vocalists added a whole element of serenity and beauty to our ceremony with their harmonious live music. We were blown away by the quality of their work and the value they provided. Our guests are still raving about the beautiful live music that set the perfect tone for our special day. We highly recommend Sweet Harmony Live Music to any couple looking for exceptional wedding entertainment.
Katie Scarlett L., 8 months ago
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Nicky Avalo Studios 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Nicky Avalo Studios (N.A.S.) is known for elevating the expectation and experience at every wedding, corporate, and private event all across the Midwest & the U.S. We have branches in cities such as; Omaha, Des Moines, Milwaukee, Chicago, and more. We offer services such as; DJ’s, Photo Booths, Videography, Photography, and Live Musicians (consisting of string quartet, harpist, violinist, cellist, and pianist) for every type of event. Our mission is to provide a unique and memorable experience to every client and every event we do.

Awarded Best of Zola
Andre is the man 5/5! Andre offered his bilingual service in a clear and efficient manner. He did not require any queues and was able to pick up instinctually how to proceed with the services that we outlined. He introduced himself and was extremely kind and patient, we could not have asked for a better MC. He went above and beyond and offered to stay longer as necessary. He is a valuable asset to his craft! We look forward to working with Andre and Nicky Avalo Studios in the future!
Mike & E., 4 months ago
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Impulse Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

You're family to us. Plain and simple. 🥰 When you join the Impulse Entertainment family, you, not only have a dedicated team to help ensure your wedding day goes off without a hitch but also, have a family that has your back to help with anything you need - seriously. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our hands-on, award-winning approach to planning your event ensures that every wrinkle is ironed out before the first announcement is made or the first song is played.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nick and his team were the first vendors we booked once we set our wedding date! We knew we loved his style from my sisters wedding and we HAD to have them apart of our wedding day. He’s professional, so energetic, and goes above and beyond in every aspect! Nick and his team brought us our first drinks of the night, we’re so attentive to where my husband and I were during the reception - If we left the room for a moment, he didn’t play any of our requested songs he knew we’d want to be present for! The biggest compliment we receive from our wedding guests is still about Nick and the music - songs were played for just the right amount of time and he does an amazing job of keeping the energy up ALL NIGHT. One of my main goals for our reception was keeping the dance floor packed the whole time and Nick did just that. I honestly can’t say enough amazing things about Nick and his team at Impulse Entertainment. Impulse Entertainment is the vendor I recommend first to any of my friends once they get engaged. Thank you for giving us an amazing experience, Nick and team!
Kendall B., 7 months ago
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HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth 

4.6

  • DJ
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

HiMotive Entertainment is a Event/Wedding entertainment service company operating out of North Carolina. From highly skilled photographers to DJs, Our ultimate goal is to handle all of your audio-visual needs.

Awarded Best of Zola
HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth was amazing to work with for our wedding. They had great communication - it was easy to coordinate with them through their app and they always replied to our texts quickly. On the day of, their DJ played a wonderful variety of songs that kept our dance floor packed all night. The song selections were perfect and the lights really added to the fun, lively atmosphere. Our DJ was especially great, even dancing some merengue with one of our guests! We couldn't have asked for a better entertainment team to make our wedding celebration so special.
Samantha S., 2 months ago
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Luniks Entertainment Inc 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Luniks Entertainment specializes in tailoring music to align with your individual style and musical preferences, ensuring that our DJs adeptly gauge the atmosphere to encourage your guests to engage and enjoy. Our comprehensive Wedding DJ packages encompass up tp 6 hours of music within the same room/space, featuring an extensive library of songs. Prior to your significant day, we engage in thorough consultations to align with your vision, discussing the timeline and curating a playlist for key moments. Leveraging various planning forms, we strive to orchestrate a seamless and memorable experience for your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
WOW - we couldn't say enough positive things about Lunik's Entertainment. DJ Mero (Andres) absolutely NAILED our wedding. The dance floor was going all night long and we got so many compliments from all our guests. We said we wanted Miami vibes for our wedding and THEY DELIVERED. Daniel was incredible during the entire planning process - from speedy communication to being flexible on all our needs - I couldn't recommend them enough. If you're goal is for your wedding to be a party - go with Luniks!!!!! 10/10
Jackie S., a year ago
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Bluewater Kings Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Our talented and professional musicians have performed regularly with touring and recording artists including Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Cher, Miranda Lambert, Ray LaMontagne, Prince, Shakira, Chicago and Tony Bennett, as well as working and touring with numerous Broadway shows.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Bluewater Kings Band was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Kevin and the entire band were organized, professional, and incredibly responsive as we planned the music for our big day. They took the time to understand our preferences and created a personalized setlist that kept our dance floor packed all night long, even learning multiple songs so our first dances could be live! Phil, the lead singer, was particularly amazing!He was so talented and attentive, even offering us drinks during his band breaks! The whole band truly helped make our wedding day so special and fun, and we couldn't recommend them more highly. Everyone loved them!!
Sydney W., 22 days ago
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3rd Shift DJs 

4.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

3rd Shift DJs is an Elgin, IL-based DJ company that specializes in weddings and nuptial events. This budding business is owned and operated by Alex Dingmann, a DJ professional with a passion for adding thrill and excitement to parties through the sound of music. With years of experience under his belt, Alex helps newlyweds across the country celebrate their new chapter, creating personalized playlists that have everyone dancing all the way home.

Awarded Best of Zola
Alex was amazing throughout the process, always open to communicating, working through stressful times, and making sure this process was as smooth as possible! I was going through Vet school and he made this as easy and pleasurable as possible! 10/10 would recommend him and his team!
Bronwyn B., 3 months ago
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Boulder Terrace Sound 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Boulder Terrace Sound specializes in Weddings serving the Chicagoland Suburbs, Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, and NW Indiana since 2003. High Quality Professional DJ Services, Event Coordination, MC, and Entertainment is included at AFFORDABLE PRICING! All inclusive packages include a professional high quality audio and lighting system, with cordless microphones. Free consultation in the comfort of your own home, office, or at a specified neutral location at your convenience to discuss the details and show that I am the best fit for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
We recently had our wedding on May 3, 2024, and Jeff from BTSound was our DJ. Jeff was absolutely awesome to work with and really listened to everything we had to say. We had an interview with him beforehand, and it made me instantly want to work with him. As an avid music fanatic and house head, we didn't want just a "wedding DJ"; We wanted a real DJ, and Jeff truly is one. He has the background to back it up. Jeff was very easy to work with, incredibly personable, and willing to play whatever we wanted to hear. We couldn’t have found a better DJ for our wedding. If you’re looking for a DJ who understands music and will make your event unforgettable, Jeff from BTSound is the one to go with.
Abbey H., a year ago
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A Sound Decision DJ service/ affordable Disc Jockeys 

4.5

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

Planning a wedding, party or special event? We provide you with fun and talented disc Jockeys and a wide music library at affordable prices so that your party is the best. Award-winning A Sound Decision/ A ffordable Disc Jockey's started with a mission to provide top-notch DJ services throughout Northwest Indiana as well as Chicagoland in the most affordable prices so that no one has to party without music just due to a low budget. Starting in the 1990s, we are considered one of the most experienced and Voted most popular DJ service provider in Indiana, Michigan ,Wisconsin and Chicago for our quality which is unmatched. 1000 5 Star revs

Awarded Best of Zola
A Sound Decision DJ service was fantastic for our wedding! They had great communication, always emailing us back promptly with any questions we had. On the day of, the DJs were very professional and clearly knew what they were doing. They kept the dance floor packed all night long and made sure everything ran smoothly so we could just enjoy the celebration. A Sound Decision really contributed to making our wedding day special and carefree. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for an affordable and reliable DJ service.
Moriah K., 9 days ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a musical entertainment company that offers an unrivaled musical experience for clients around the country. We currently service over 25 metropolitan areas throughout the lower 48, and provide musical entertainment for hundreds of events every year. Our past clients include The United Nations, Lockheed Martin, Nationwide Auto Insurance, The Shell Oil Corporation, and many more. No event is too small or large for us. Louis Pettinelli Entertainment has musical ensembles that range from a soloist to a 15 piece party band, and everything in between!

Awarded Best of Zola
I was blown away by the talent of the musicians, they really take their craft seriously. I requested a Roaring Twenties theme from Louis Pettinelli and they went above and beyond to make it happen. The singer Karlea was phenomenal and did an amazing job of keeping our guests engaged and entertained. The musicians were all courteous, professional, and exceptionally talented. They dressed appropriately for our wedding theme and many of the guests at the Hawthorne Hotel wanted to take pictures with Karlea in her Twenties attire. In addition to being a wonderful experience, they were also a great value for the price. These are top quality musicians and we paid a reasonable price for the band. I highly recommend this group for your wedding.
Rochelle P., a year ago
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Direct Entertainment DJ-Photo-Video-Booths 

4.8

  • DJ
  • Starts at $845
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

Choose your perfect wedding DJ, Photographer, Videographer, and Photo Booth with an entertainment company and name you can trust, GUARANTEED. We are as professional and fun as it gets, yet simple and AFFORDABLE. Let our team absorb your stress like a sponge! Since you'll be working exclusively with one company, your entire experience is guaranteed to be a breeze, and you SAVE $100 per service when bundling them.

Awarded Best of Zola
Direct entertainment LLC was just what I needed for my wedding a one stop shop! I was able to get my photographer Dave, Videographer Alex and DJ Chip all at one stop! All 3 were very friendly and accommodating! They discussed with me and helped me with the whole process! Very great to work with, just WONDERFUL!!
Crystal B., a year ago
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Premier Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Darrin started in the Dj and music field in 2008, first by entertaining at private parties and karoke. This started his passion in music growing. In 2010, he wanted to take the DJ Service to the next level and opened up Premier Entertainment. Since then, Darrin has specialized in Weddings but has Dj'd Anniversary Parties, Birthdays, School Events, Car Shows, and other events. Darrin is a highly sought after DJ and recently obtained his Certified Wedding DJ Certificate from Wedding MBA.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn’t recommend Premier Entertainment enough to anyone looking to host a wedding or an event! Darrin and his wife are incredible and Darrin was so organized and thorough and friendly during the entire planning process! Our guests never left the dance floor from start to finish. He was so collaborative and made great suggestions! The generations dance he came up with was such a creative spin on the typical anniversary dance. It really got the party started! Thanks again for everything!!
Hillary, a year ago
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Crimson Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Based in the vibrant heart of the Midwest (Chicago, Illinois) Crimson Events is the premier source for mobile entertainment in the private events industry. With over 20 years in the spotlight, we've earned a reputation as trusted, professional, and seasoned party experts, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience for your special occasions. From live musicians to top-tier DJs, professional audio setups to awe-inspiring special effects lighting, cutting-edge photo booths and custom music edits – we've got you covered.

Awarded Best of Zola
We chose Crimson Events for our wedding DJ and wow, what an excellent choice that was! Cannot speak highly enough of Drew; from the planning all the way through the actual event, he was on top of every detail. It is pretty rare to find someone who is both extremely professional/organized AND has the creative skillset that Drew has. He was really able to feel the pulse of the event & keep the party going, the dance floor was packed the whole night. Excellent emcee work as well throughout the day and into the evening, even with some unexpected last-minute changes. We have been getting compliments left and right from our guests about how fantastic our DJ was... and we agree! While we were really happy with all of our vendors, Crimson Events was hands down the best-spent money of the entire wedding experience. 5 stars!!
Dino L., a year ago
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Toast and Jam DJs 

4.9

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Toast & Jam DJs specialize in making people dance by working closely with our clients to create customized playlists that reflect their tastes. We reject line dances, props, and other gimmicks in favor of perfectly planned and well-timed soundtracks that appeal to every partygoer. That means no Hokey Pokey and no Chicken Dance. At Toast & Jam, we believe that a thoughtful mix of pop favorites, hip-hop bootyshakers, Motown classics, and timeless standards are fun and self-respecting alternative to those embarrassing and played-out dancefloor clichés.

Toast & Jam and DJ Alli Klein were FANTASTIC!! Music was so incredibly important to me for our wedding and Alli understood the assignment and delivered. I had multiple people come up to me during and after our wedding and say that the music was the best they’ve ever heard at any wedding. Not to mention everything went off perfectly without a hitch. If you want a rocking dance floor and to party hard then look no further than toast and jam.
Courtney R., 4 months ago
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Nationwide Wedding DJs - A Better DJ And Photographer 

4.6

  • DJ
  • Starts at $999
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

BEST OF ZOLA award winner! We will make your reception fun for all of your wedding guests! We have provided local top level DJ-MC services for over 26 years in budget friendly packages NATIONWIDE. including your area. We also offer spectacular wedding photography and HD Video. Visit our site and see over 1 million photos, thousands of reviews, and some great package prices. If you give us a call before you book your vendors you'll quickly learn why over 16,000 couples have chosen us to help make their special day magical. We provide expert planning assistance, which will take away most of the stress associated with planning your wedding!

Awarded Best of Zola
Mike and Michelle DJ’d my wedding in New York with only three months notice, and I am so thrilled with how it went! I had very particular requests and needs, and they were excellent about accommodating them. Mike and Michelle created such a lively and fun environment; everybody enjoyed themselves. 10/10 would recommend!
Melissa C., 5 days ago
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DJ Obie 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

I got into DJing by accident. After learning that working as an Industrial Engineer in a fortune 500 company didn't bring me much fulfillment, a friend suggested I join his DJ company. His company supplied DJ services for over 200 weddings a year! After my first wedding gig I was hooked. It gave me purpose, and an outlet I never knew was possible. I quickly became the most requested DJ in the company and within my market. Now I DJ on my own, and I'm so blessed to be able to curate an atmosphere of joy where families can connect.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Obie is an incredible DJ and entertainer. He is passionate about providing the best possible experience for everyone present. He will go above and beyond every time to make sure everyone is having the time of our lives. 10/10 recommend Obie.
Seth, 3 years ago
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Okyne Medialab, Inc. 

4.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Okyne Medialab is a contemporary wedding DJ business based in Austin, Texas and Chicago, Illinois. This entertainment company strives to bring a fresh perspective to the DJ industry. While still taking the lead on the night, these DJs will remain true to your vision and expectations.

I can't say enough great things about Okyne Medialab, Inc. We were lucky enough to be paired up with Blake as our DJ. He was absolutely amazing at our wedding! He offered to sing during dinner as a "wedding gift" to us, and our guests still talk about it. I would recommend him to another couple in a heartbeat. I also appreciated the saxophone player and ease of making our own playlist. Overall, 10/10.
Brittany L., 6 months ago
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Modern Love DJs 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Woman owned, Chicago based mobile DJ company. We wanna be your best friend on your best day! Personable, professional, and music obsessed, we are here for whatever genre, whatever vibe, just plain whatever you are looking for!

Awarded Best of Zola
Norah was extremely easy to work with and we came away thrilled we chose her as our DJ. She was extremely responsive.Her way of putting together the music list both made sure we had a ton of songs that we wanted to hear and also a healthy mix of crowd pleasers and good vibes that we didn’t have to think about. She got the vibe we were going for perfectly at dinner and on the dance floor. She was also very helpful in getting us to think through what kind of music we would want for the ceremony. Also, as someone very familiar with the industry, she had good advice for helping us navigate things with other vendors we were looking at and we appreciated her experience. The best part was we ended up with a dance floor that stayed full and happy until the last song played.
Tristan, a month ago
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Funk Almighty 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

CHICAGO SHOWCASE, JULY 18th. Tickets available on our website. THE FUNK ALMIGHTY EXPERIENCE: 1.) A Dance Floor Full of All Generations (yes, even Grandma!) 2.) Concert-Level Musicianship 3.) Top-Tier Talent from IU’s Jacobs School of Music 4.) A Worry-Free, Seamless Experience 5.) A Customized Evening Tailored to Your Vision 6.) Professionalism, Groove, and Memories that Last a Lifetime

Awarded Best of Zola
The members of Funk Almighty are past & present alumni of Indiana Uni’s Soul Revue. Which was how we first discovered them. They are highly entertaining, have a great repertoire that will be sure to please your audience and definitely get the party started. Daryl and the band work very hard to please and if you have any requests, and it is within their means, they’ll get it for you. I highly recommend them for your next wedding or party or corporate event. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that you will want Funk Almighty at your event.
Jay and C., 5 years ago
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Stephanie Strings 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Are you searching for the perfect blend of elegance, versatility, and extraordinary talent to make your wedding or event truly unforgettable? Multicultural electric violinist Stephanie Strings harmonizes classical elegance with popular music, creating unforgettable moments in weddings and events worldwide.

Stephanie Strings was an absolute pleasure to work with for our daughter’s wedding. From our very first interaction, Stephanie was professional, respectful, and incredibly helpful in planning the music for the ceremony. On the day of the wedding, Stephanie's talented violin playing was the highlight of the ceremony - her beautiful performance as our daughter walked down the aisle was truly magical and captured the emotion of the moment perfectly. Stephanie is a true professional who delivered excellent value, and we are so grateful to have had her be a part of our special day. I would highly recommend Stephanie Strings to any couple looking for a talented, experienced musician to make their wedding ceremony unforgettable.
Janine, 3 months ago
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All Ears DJ (San Francisco Bay Area & Chicago) 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

All Ears DJ is a premier entertainment group of highly-skilled DJs led by owner Richard Gintowt. Don’t settle for anything less than a DJ who can wow audiences with perfect blends, mashups & song selections. Talent matters, and All Ears DJ has shown up & showed out at more than 1000 weddings in the San Francisco Bay Area & Chicago during the past decade. The All Ears Chicago squad is a close-knit crew led by Perry Donta'e, an enigmatic DJ/drummer who led The Pack drum line to appearances on "America's Got Talent", Chicago Bulls games, Lollapalooza's main stage & even a residency at Luxor Las Vegas.

Awarded Best of Zola
Richard was helpful and respectful throughout our entire wedding planning process. He worked flawlessly with me, my partner, and our wedding planner to pull off an incredibly fun reception. Richard did an initial call with my partner to discuss the general vibe we were looking for, and we knew immediately he would be a great fit for our wedding. Richard gave us a helpful questionnaire to fill out key songs and general musical interests (and do not play songs). Richard was also happy to jump on calls with us to talk through our questions and hopes for our big day. I especially appreciated that Richard was able to play some German songs for some guests who had flown in from Germany, as that got even some of our older relatives on the dance floor. People were partying all night thanks to Richard! Richard catered to our wide age range of guests, and even gave us a couple of bonus closing songs that were the perfect conclusion to the night. We could not have asked for a better DJ.
Chelsea P., 9 months ago
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BLK Soldier DJ Services 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

BLK Soldier DJ Services is an all-in-one wedding entertainment. Serving Chicago, Milwaukee, New York and across the states. As a collective we make it our mission to curate the best vibes at wedding receptions. Over a decade of experience heightens our abilities to create an energetic performance with the DJ and MC. Experience includes: radio show, 360 photo booth, light tech and music event planning. The versatile talent matches the vision of every occasion with the right vibes.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you're looking for a professional, high-energy DJ who knows how to read the room and keep the dance floor packed, we highly recommend BLK Soldier DJ. Sam and his team strike the perfect balance of fun, professionalism, and personalization—ensuring the music reflects your unique style from the ceremony through the last dance. With state-of-the-art equipment, custom playlists, and seamless transitions, they elevate the entire vibe of the celebration. Their 360-degree photo booth is always a guest favorite and adds an extra layer of entertainment. We’ve had the pleasure of working with them on multiple events, and our couples consistently rave about their experience. BLK Soldier DJ is responsive, reliable, and truly passionate about creating unforgettable moments.
Nikki R., 4 months ago

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