The Best Wedding DJs in Charleston, IL

The Best Wedding DJs in Charleston, IL

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42 Wedding Bands & DJs in Charleston, IL

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Bluewater Kings Band 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Charleston, IL
  • Offer

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. Reach out to get started! Visit our website for upcoming showcase dates where you can see the band perform LIVE before booking. You can also tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. We also offer Photo & Video services!

We were thrilled with the Bluewater Kings Band for our wedding! Owen was fantastic to work with - he was prompt, organized, and enthusiastic in his communication. We splurged on adding a sax player and were so glad we did - it really brought an extra layer of talent and fun. The band absolutely nailed our preferred musical vibe. As soon as the music started, the dance floor filled up and stayed packed all night long! The set list matched our taste perfectly. The band brought a highly professional yet fun energy that kept the party going. Their musicianship was top-notch and their song selection had something for all our guests to enjoy. We felt like royalty celebrating with the Bluewater Kings Band behind us - choosing them was one of the best decisions we made for our big day!
Amanda S., 5 months ago
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DJ Obie 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Charleston, 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
We first came across DJ Obie at our very good friends wedding. It didn't take long before I ran behind the DJ booth for his information so he could DJ our wedding a few months later. DJ Obie is the biggest hype man and his energy level is unmatched. He is so easy to work with and very accommodating. He made us feel like we were the biggest event he had planned for the year and that he was just as excited to work with us as we were with him. This is a DJ that truly loves what he does and truly enjoys making other people's visions come to life. Not only did we love him, our wedding guests couldn't get enough of him. He is the perfect balance of energy and intimacy if you are looking for a wedding DJ. Do not look any further because you will miss out.
Austin & N., 2 years ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Charleston, IL
  • Offer

We will make your reception fun for all of your wedding guests! We have provided top level DJ-MC services for over 25 years in budget friendly packages. 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 any of these vendors you'll quickly learn why over 15,000 couples have chosen us to help make their special day magical. All packages include expert planning assistance, which will take away a lot of the stress associated with planning your wedding! We are available nationwide including your area!

A Better DJ and photographer is absolutely the best deal you can get for any of your events! The planning, the professionalism and the service is by far the best you can come across. Michael will answer your call at anytime, and if he misses your call he will get back to you asap! If you are looking for a photographer and DJ combo you will not only save thousands but you will save a ton of time.
Martin J., 4 months ago
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DJ Adrian Esparza 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Charleston, IL
  • Offer

DJ Adrian Esparza is a versatile and experienced DJ who specializes in weddings. He has over 10 years of experience and has played at weddings of all sizes, from small intimate gatherings to large-scale events. He is known for his ability to read the crowd and keep the party going all night long. Adrian is passionate about creating a unique and memorable experience for his clients. He takes the time to get to know each couple and their individual tastes, so he can tailor the music to their perfect day. If you are looking for a DJ who can create a truly unforgettable wedding experience, then DJ Adrian Esparza is the perfect choice for you.

Adrian did a wonderful job at our elopement celebration!!! Everyone raved afterwards on how great he did, he played our mix of songs with keeping it up beat and had almost every one on the dance floor! Thank you Adrian!
Regina C., 2 months ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Charleston, 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!

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., 3 months ago
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Be in the Moment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Charleston, IL

We are a married duo who initiated our venture with wedding officiating and eventually included photo booth and DJ services. Our primary focus is on providing superlative customer experience, with the aspiration to craft unforgettable events. We bring an exclusive and lively ambiance to diverse social gatherings. Contact us today for more information on our packages and what we have to offer. Kyle and Shannon Merkle

Kyle and Shannon have hosted their photo booth at several events I’ve attended this year. They are so professional while running it, and helped us capture both our serious and silly sides in the photos! I love having the pictures as memories of fun events with family and friends. Highly recommend!
Melissa, 3 months ago
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Tyler Preston | Country, Southern Rock, Americana 

5.0

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

Tyler Preston's soulful Southern twang and irresistible finger-lickin' chicken pickin' will bring that warm, down-home charm to your country wedding. Whether he's gently strumming his acoustic guitar or electrifying the stage with his band, Tyler Preston creates the perfect atmosphere with timeless country tunes. As you and your loved ones boot scoot the night away, you'll sing along to classics by Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Zach Bryan, Tyler Childers, and more. Let Tyler Preston work his magic to make your wedding an unforgettable celebration of love and joy your guests will talk about for years to come.

Tyler made our Anniversary a night to remember. He serenaded my wife at dinner as we celebrated 16 years together. He was able to take a list of songs I asked him to sing and create a beautiful arrangement in less than a week, including learning a custom song that had been written for our wedding. He would be a Blessing to have perform for any occasion. I highly recommend this wonderful artist.
Bruce M., 3 months ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Charleston, IL

Felix and Fingers is the highest rated dueling piano company in the country. It is a full service, all-inclusive, events entertainment option specializing in wedding, corporate, social, and fundraiser events. We are an organization of highly talented individuals trained to accommodate your wedding needs with professionalism and fun. Should you need background music, no problem! Emcee the introductions… done! Whatever you want playing, we take care of it! Live or DJed, When it’s time for everyone to hit the dance floor, F&F will get your guests dancing, with every show being unique and tailored to you and your guest's requests!

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Jake and Eben for my wedding, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning of the planning process, they were incredibly professional, skilled, and easy to communicate with. I had complete confidence in them, and they exceeded all of my expectations. The entertainment on the day of the wedding was fantastic—I’ve had guests reaching out all week to rave about how much fun they had! I feel so lucky to have stumbled upon this company and to have had them as a part of such a special day. Highly recommend!
Courtney, 2 months ago
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Boombox Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,245
  • Serves Charleston, IL

EST 2015 Owner Brad has aspired to build this business on the love and knowledge of his Uncle’s 30 year wedding business, and add the modern mixing & lighting today’s couples deserve. We don’t view other companies as competition, but rather collaborators to grow with. Every client deserves the right fit for their DJ.

If you are looking for a DJ that is easy to work with, super friendly, and listens to exactly what you want then you need to use Brad! We gave him a list of songs we 100% wanted played (they were all over the place in genre, beat and tempo) and he made them all fit in perfectly! We also gave him songs that we did not want played which were not! Almost everyone at my wedding was on the dance floor because of the fun exciting atmosphere he made! He has multiple different packages you can choose from and you can also add things to your package if you don’t see it on the one you like! The lighting he also has to offer was amazing and made for some cool pictures as well. You can get ahold of him easy whenever you have questions or concerns as well.
Alyssa, 10 months ago
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Max 10 Entertainment, Llc 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,599
  • Serves Charleston, IL

Step into the extraordinary with Max 10 Entertainment a Chicago DJ company – where we don’t just DJ; we architect unforgettable moments. We believe in the alchemy of music and entertainment to elevate life’s extraordinary moments. At Max 10 Entertainment, our mission is to create immersive events that resonate in the hearts and minds of our clients and their guests.

We had a very positive experience with Max 10 Entertainment and highly recommend them for your wedding DJ!! Marcia is very professional, easy to work with, responsive, and we were very happy not only with the planning, Melvin and Marcia did an excellent job day of!! He played beautiful ceremony music and kept the night flowing perfectly! In planning for our wedding, Marcia has a questionnaire that we reviewed together and he had great suggestions for the schedule, realistic times for things, songs in areas we were stuck, and all of that was very helpful! Throughout the night, they kept the guests informed as needed, but was not an overbearing DJ, which is what we were looking for. We really enjoyed working with Melvin and Marcia and highly recommend Max 10 Entertainment!!
Erica C., a year ago
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Moonlight Entertainment, Il 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Charleston, IL

Moonlight Entertainment, IL. offering D.J., Karaoke, Lights & Sound Service for all occasions. D.J. service for over 38 yrs. experience with over 46,000+ songs to choose from Top 40, Pop, Oldies, Country, R&B, and Funk. We now offer over 40,000+ Karaoke Songs to choose from. We are available for Weddings, Reunions, Birthday Parties, and Anniversary Parties. We can do sound for your event, and your special speakers. Serving Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Michigan, Ohio & Kentucky Area.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a venue owner, I certainly have come to realize the value of a professional DJ who is reliable, experienced and knows how to create the desired atmosphere for the event. John, Troy & Chris are our A-team!
Jill Mattingly, 4 years ago
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Chicago Entertainment Agency 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Serves Charleston, IL

Creating memorable events for over fifteen years – Chicago Entertainment Agency – brings you THE BEST in live music and entertainment. We produce and manage hundreds of events every year and our experienced staff will work with you to secure the best talent for your special event. We have established the right relationships in the entertainment industry to bring you the top bands for the best price. Booking entertainment has never been this easy and we make sure we get the perfect talent that fits your budget.

Chicago Entertainment Agency made it super easy for us to pick the perfect band for our wedding! They had so many great options and within our budget. They made this aspect of our wedding planning very enjoyable. Our big day was so special and we couldn't be happier.
Mogilnicki's, 4 years ago
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Contemporary Productions, LLC 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Charleston, IL

Griffin and the Gargoyles is St. Louis’ premier high-energy party and dance band. Having won the 2020 St. Louis Post Dispatch’s “Readers Choice Favorite Band” award as well as the “Best Wedding Band” by the Perfect Wedding Guide’s Vendors’ Choice Awards six years in a row, musicianship and style is the reason Griffin and the Gargoyles has played to packed houses for many years. Their extensive play-list and freshness keeps the crowds coming back for more.

Griffin & The Gargoyles came together last minute to play at our wedding. We had another band lined up that canceled five days prior and while I was upset at the time, I lucked out! They are hands down the best, most fun and entertaining band you could hire! They will get the dance floor moving and it will be a blast all night long! Look no further. If you are reading this, then you should take my advice and book them already!
Lauren O., 4 years ago
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Carter Events And Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,020
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

At Carter Events and Entertainment we understand that your wedding is very special. It is a moment in time that cannot be redone, and a day that your friends and family will talk about for years to come. Bringing your dreams to life is our passion!

Awarded Best of Zola
Angie was an amazing photographer and really captured the moments we wanted. She really helped us with the poses we wanted for both our engagement photos and wedding photos. DJ Steve was also amazing, his music choices were great based on the suggestions of music we liked and he kept the vibes high during the whole reception. Angie and Steve were great at keeping our ceremony and reception on track and I would definitely recommend them to our friends and family.
Selena, 2 months ago
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Sharon Valley Harp, LLC 

5.0

  • Ceremony only
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

By the time she was three years old, Olivia Claggett was asking for a harp teacher. At six years old, she began taking piano lessons with Jean Wonders, and at eight she began Suzuki harp lessons with professional harpist, instructor, and adjudicator Candyce Dunham. She never looked back after her first lesson in October 2007. During her many years as a student, Olivia continued to push herself musically by competing in numerous competitions winning the annual Buckeye Christian School Organization’s spring competition for five consecutive years.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sharon Valley Harp, LLC provided exceptional service for our wedding. Olivia, the owner, has a very impeccable communication style and was punctual, arriving on time and prepared. The quality of her work and value was of high excellence - she was easy to work with, great at communication, and able to cover extra time when our schedule was pushed back. Olivia is highly talented, takes great care of her clients and her harps, and does incredible work with such an intricate instrument. I can't recommend her enough.
Cosmic S., 2 months ago
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Jim Perona Guitar, Inc 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

I am an experienced wedding guitarist w/ a repertoire that spans 500+ years of music, including contemporary! For the latter, I create solo guitar arrangements of songs upon request, which maintains it's familiarity while adding a charming elegance. These arrangements are a huge hit with wedding couples! I'm honored to have won numerous "Best of" awards in the wedding industry. Planning & performing music for weddings is my passion and profession. Providing music for your big day is an extreme honor & privilege for me and an opportunity that I never take for granted. I cannot wait to talk more about the music for your big day!

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't recommend Jim enough. It was a treat to have him at our wedding. At first we were just going to have him for our cocktail hour, but due to Covid had to change our wedding up and we had Jim play all evening for us. You should seriously look no further. Jim is a talented passionate musician and will add a beautiful touch of elegance to your wedding day or other special event.
Ed & L., 4 years ago
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Live Bollywood Band by Hamza Amir | Indian & Pakistani Music 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

Hamza Amir is a local artist based in Houston, TX. He currently runs the most diverse Live Bollywood Indian & Pakistani band in the United States. Hamza Amir's Live Bollywood Band has earned a reputation as one of the best live bands for Indian and Pakistani weddings and corporate events in the USA. Hamza Amir is dedicated to providing exceptional musical entertainment that will make any event unforgettable. One of the standout features of Hamza Amir is their diverse repertoire of songs that covers a wide range of genres, including Bollywood, Punjabi, Sufi, Ghazals, Qawwalis and Western Music.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do I began... The Best Wedding Band was Phenomenal. They came highly recommended by a family member and oh my goodness they surpassed our wildest dreams. Our guests still ask us about them, extremely professional people to work with. There is no way we could have predicted how amazing the band would sound and Hamza's voice would be. Guests are encouraged to participate and within a few minutes half the group was on the floor, and half was singing. Also, he played some old 70s songs that people requested. My favorite was "LAG JA GALE" Having Hamza's incredible band on my big day made it even more special.
Arzoo N., 2 years ago
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Detroit Family Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Detroit Family Entertainment offers the highest quality DJ services. Our team of designers has the knowledge and experience necessary to make you vision for your event a reality. Customer service is our top priority and we will do everything we can to ensure your complete satisfaction.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired DJ Richie Rich as the DJ for our wedding, and we were so happy we did! His communication throughout the planning process was timely, friendly, and direct - he responded to emails quickly and was very easy to work with. The quality and value of his work was outstanding. He played fun, upbeat music that had literally everyone up and dancing all night long! He really went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and enjoying ourselves. He also got videos and photos throughout the night and shared them with us the next day! We would highly recommend him to any couple looking for a DJ who will bring energy, enthusiasm, and FUN to your special day!
Luka W., 2 months ago
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Okyne Medialab, Inc. 

4.5

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

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.

We selected Okyne because they offered an option for both a DJ and live music for our ceremony. We liked the ease of everything being under one company. We had a few issues with communication in our planning. Things were not communicated up front and changes were suggested with less than a week out from our wedding (stressful). But day of was great. Our DJ Brad did an awesome job choosing music that fit our group and we were very happy with him.
Kristin G., a year ago
The Salamanders 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

High-Energy, Top-Class Live Party Band For hire for parties, corporate functions, city celebrations, weddings, & more. The Salamanders is one of the top live party bands in the world! With two of the most talented lead singers in the industry backed by nationally-acclaimed musicians, The Salamanders have a flawless sound and radiant energy that will keep your guests dancing all night long. From ceremony music to cocktail hour entertainment, first dance through the reception & dance party, The Salamanders are the live wedding music band of choice for venues and planners across the United States! Ask about our horn section for additional beauty

Absolutely amazing!!! People at our wedding still talk about them a month later! They not only brought great positive energy but were so sweet and kind to work with. They heard all of our requests and took them all into account. They were not only amazing to us but all of our family and friends. Would HIGHLY recommend. Also working with Utah Live Bands was one of our easiest vendors to work with - Stephen Tobian was always so responsive it was great for planning from afar! Book these guys early though they fill up fast!
Nina, a year ago
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Ryan Shephard 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

50+ 5-star reviews across major event platforms, and brand new to Zola! My name is Ryan Shephard, and I'm an artist from Cincinnati, OH, (Now located in Chicago, IL) with a large repertoire of experience ranging in a wide variety of musical genres and endeavors including working with and sharing the stage with bands and artists like Sublime with Rome, Richie Ramone of The Ramones, and Chance McCoy of Old Crow Medicine Show. I've played 600+ events that include over a hundred weddings, performances for Fortune 500 companies, high-profile politicians, and more! Quality is my expertise! Let me give you a night to remember.

Ryan Shephard was an absolute pleasure to work with as our wedding singer. From our first call, his communication was thorough and consistent. He was incredibly kind and made the whole planning process easy. On the day of, his quality of work was detailed, he was very prepared, and he had fun positive attitude. Ryan learned multiple songs just for our wedding and traveled a long distance to be there, which we really appreciated. Everyone at our wedding LOVED him! His voice was amazing and really added the vibe we wanted to our wedding. He was also flexible with using songs we wanted from Spotify and playing live music. We couldn't have asked for more. He is phenomenal!
Claire G., a month ago
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Who Knew Entertainment 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

Who Knew Entertainment is proud to be the Midwest's Premier AWARD WINNING, ALL LIVE music entertainment, providing all genres of 100% LIVE music for all styles of events since 2007. WK features unique and diverse combinations of award winning, multi-talented musicians from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. From soloists, duos, 3 piece bands up to 12+ musicians, there is NO event too big or too small for WK! We have been honored to play for hundreds of weddings, private events, corporate parties, clubs, even consulates, as well as being signed to a SONY Subsidiary, and being selected by producers for some of the TOP Talent shows.

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Cuarteto Guataca 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

Bassist and bandleader Josh Levine got his start in the professional music business busking in SoHo with The Flying Neutrinos in ’93, so when NYC shut down in Spring of 2020, he capitalized on his experience as a street performer and began to play regularly in the parks of NYC with percussionist and sonero, Jainardo Batista, renowned flutist Itai Kriss making his debut on Cuban trés guitar, and María Raquel on vocals and minor percussion. Before long, the quartet had generated some buzz, several venues hired them to play outdoors and pianist Gabriel Chakarji and Grammy winning flutist and vocalist Jeremy Bosch became staples of the group.

Cuarteto Guataca is AMAZING. Every single member of this group is an absolute joy to work with, and their talent is beyond words! Cuarteto was our wedding band, and I don’t think anyone sat down the entire reception! Hire them now!!
Adriana and M., 3 years ago
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The Good Kidds 

4.5

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Charleston, IL for additional fees

A Chicago based DJ that has worked events in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York City, Miami, and Internationally. He likes to draw from from his roots in Houston, New Orleans and current home of Chicago to create a fun atmosphere for his clients. Graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana and Tulane University in New Orleans, this former social worker knows a good party.

DJ Chriss was so great to work with for my husband and I's wedding day. We really took our time to create a more modern wedding playlist from ceremony, to cocktail hour, and into reception as we wanted a more upbeat and lively atmosphere that is in sync with who we are as a couple rather than your standard classic wedding playlist we've heard over and over that we can't really dance to the way we would like. He listened to us and appreciated the list we sent over while understanding our taste and adding some songs to it throughout the wedding day that made for an amazing time that our guests can't stop talking about! -Kristin and Ryan Roberts 6.25.22
Kristin K., 2 years ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Charleston, IL

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Charleston, IL?

Live bands typically range from $150 to $18,500, averaging at $3,300. DJs range from $700 to $2,100 and average at $1,000. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $100!

Ultimately, the cost will depend on the number of hours booked, and in the case of live bands, how many musicians are in the band.

Do bands and DJs typically play the entire party from start to finish?

It depends! 89% of bands and DJs in Charleston, IL cover cocktail hour and 85% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 81% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

Do most bands learn new songs if you ask them to?

67% of bands in Charleston, IL will learn new songs! Make sure you ask about the lead time they need to learn and rehearse something new.

What are the most popular bands and DJs in Charleston, IL?

The most popular bands in Charleston, IL are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Ultimate Beats Entertainment, Moonlight Entertainment, Il and DJ Joe Sheets.

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