The Best Wedding DJs in Essex, IL

The Best Wedding DJs in Essex, IL

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155 Wedding Bands & DJs in Essex, IL

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Live Bollywood Band by Hamza Amir | Indian & Pakistani Music 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Essex, 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
I cannot thank Hamza and his band enough for making our event so memorable. These guys were beyond amazing! Extremely professional people to work with. We really didn't expect the band to sound so amazing and Hamza's voice is out of this world!! no joke!! This is by far the best wedding band I've heard in my life and most definitely the best Bollywood band you can find in the entire US. And what's amazing is that they played at OUR event! Not only did we love them but our guests had a time of their life.
Rubaika K., 2 years ago
WilliamVZ Music 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

Hello! What I love about working at weddings is the unique experiences you have with each event. I enjoy tailoring songs and music to the couple's request and creating beautiful background music for their events. I value professionalism, adaptability, and an energetic spirit.

Awarded Best of Zola
Will was excellent. We were super happy with the whole process - he listened really well at our consultation, sent samples of our music over before the wedding, and performed beautifully in our ceremony. We got lots of compliments regarding his musicianship and we could not recommend him enough!
Sam and L., 2 years ago
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Rhythm & Lights 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

SO Rhythm & lights was founded in 1989. And the premise is really simple, simple pricing that includes everything we got. We only have two add ons. If you need the ceremony, and if you want a photobooth. Our teams going to setup all the lighting, and give you their all every single time, because the price doesnt dictate if they do that. We got you covered from every aspect. We do not do hourly rates, so no need to worry about the smallest details. BEcause we worry about the smallest details. You can just have FUN at your wedding.

Rhythm and lights exceeded our expectations. They were easy to work with every step of the planning process and very helpful. As a nervous bride this was very important, their attention to detail throughout was a huge weight off my chest, knowing I didn’t have to worry about anything. Mitch was our dj and he was absolutely amazing. The reception flowed flawlessly and the dance floor was full all night. (Ask for Mitch) I can’t imagine how different my wedding would have been if I hadn’t booked Rhythm and lights! Literally the best ️. Thank you!!!
Lexie V., 9 months ago
Gregory Wilson 

5.0

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

My love of music started in the back seat of my dads car as he took me to daycare, with Marvin Gaye's "What's Goin On" on repeat. My love of music spans generations, cultures and genres, and has taken me all over the world, from England, Spain, St. Marteen, and Austria. My hope is that you allow me to curate a musical experience that will leave your guest talking about your wedding for years to come. As for me, I am a Brooklyn native, who during the pandemic was able leave corporate career to pursue my passion of music. My perspective, is to include and create, safe spaces for guests to feel young, and carefree - even if for a few moments.

Gregory Wilson is an exceptional wedding DJ and event emcee. His communication style is warm, understanding, compassionate, and focused and he brings expertise in multiple and diverse music genres. His work is high quality and no dj is more energized, engaging, inspiring, innovative, and patient. He was able to seamlessly manage the flow of music in 3 different spaces in a museum on our wedding day, and delivered everything we wanted in each room using their outlets and equipment as well as his own. For our bridal processional, he mixed 5 different songs of various genres without any difficulties at all because my husband and I are from different generations. In my observation, Gregory has incredible musical IQ and EQ, and his emotional intelligence shines through in how he connects with both the client and the crowd. He can relate to everyone in their own musical language and works tirelessly to deliver an experience that everyone enjoys, no matter their age or musical preferences. His music truly speaks to the soul and his personality lights up the audience.
Ojeda H., 2 months ago
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Wedding Crash Kings 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

This is your moment! It can never be repeated again! There will never be another one like it! Trust The Wedding Crash Kings to store this moment forever in your treasure of memories! Music is universal! It knows no race, gender, or socio-economic status. That's where our premier Dj, Philly Phil comes in. With over 10 years of Live Djing experience and a catalog of thousands of the latest and greatest Top 40, Pop, Country, Hip-Hop, R&B, and Old School you can trust that we will not miss capturing the essence of your special moment!

Phil and Sherwood were awesome to partner with for our wedding! From the first consultation call the professionalism was evident. Each communication was clear and they took the time to understand exactly what we were hoping to accomplish throughout our event. The packages and combination of options made customizing their services to our event (and price range) easy. They arrived early were set up and ready to go well before our event started. The music selection was perfect for our mixed group and the photos captured our day perfectly!!! We highly recommend Wedding Crash Kings! Thank you for helping to make our day a success!!!
Edwin M., 2 years ago
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Avalon The Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

I have been a professional musician for my entire life. My mom was a music teacher & started me on piano at age 5. At 14, I discovered singing & the guitar. They have been a big part of my life since. I am an alum of Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA & toured the country extensively. Wedding receptions have always been my favorite because of the wonderful joyous feeling in the air. I enjoy putting on a great show & exceeding the client's expectations. I own a music school and understand that the customer is king. I've done over 300 weddings & always do my best to ensure that your special day is spectacular.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hi I just copied and pasted this from the review I sent over. This band was incredible!! I’m so happy we decided to go with them—they rocked all night! The number one thing guests were commenting on, I can’t tell you how many times I was asked, “Where did you FIND them?!” The songs they played were perfect; you can really tell they pay attention to the vibe of the crowd! They offer services for all sound needs throughout the day (mics for officiant, ceremony sound, cocktail hour, etc). Rich is an all-around good person: professional, kind, easy-going. Typically responds within a day, which I was so thankful for! And they’re completely affordable, it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to have great live music!! We knew we wanted a band but I hadn't had luck finding anyone close to us that was affordable, responsive, and had wedding experience, so we almost gave up and had a dj instead, but I'm so happy we found Avalon! I cannot say enough times they exceeded all expectations and made the reception so unforgettable! Thank you for all the energy and talent you brought to our special day!
Stefanie, 3 years ago
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Denise Davis And The Motor City Sensations 

5.0

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

Denise Davis have performed at the most popular entertainment venues in Metro-Detroit, including Greektown and Hollywood Casinos, The Motor City Casino, The Music Hall Jazz Café, Centerline Music Festival, Eastpointe Concert in the Park, Oak Park Concert in the Park, The Susan Komen Race for the Cure, The Concert of Colors Music Festival, and The Great Lakes Art Fair. She has share the stage with Legends, Contours, Funk Brothers, Spyder Turner, Charles Davis, Mary Reeves. Was the opening act for Cherelle, Alexander O’Neal, Mary Jane Girls, Midnight Star, Con Fun Shun, Switch, Regina Belle, Bunny and Chico DeBarge.

They were so professional and very easy to do business with. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was right for my mother’s 70th birthday party and the performance was amazing!!
Sonya Nance, 3 years ago
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Epic Photography & Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

Meet David, the visionary founder, owner, and CEO of Epic Photography & Events. With a passion for creating extraordinary experiences and a keen eye for detail, David has built a renowned company that has become a trusted name in the industry. As a seasoned professional with years of experience, he leads his team with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and unparalleled customer service. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, David has built a reputation for delivering exceptional visual content and flawless event experiences for clients in Chicago and across the country.

Awarded Best of Zola
David from Epic was an absolute doll! We threw a birthday party that couldn’t have gone better. I was stressed about planning until I hired David and he and his team completely planned out a party better than I could have imagined it. Thank you again and I really appreciate you!!!
Jordyn & J., 3 years ago
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DJ Davis Mallory 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

Trained at Dubspot School of Electronic Music in New York City, Davis Mallory's DJ style is influenced by his childhood in Atlanta, Georgia, time exploring the music scenes of Chicago, Europe and New York, Los Angeles and Music City: Nashville, Tennessee. Davis has performed at countless weddings, nightclubs and fundraisers with some career highlights including: the Denver Nuggets Halftime Show, opening for Eurovision winner Netta in Stockholm, Country Music Fest 2014, Amsterdam's Club NYX and MadFox, the Anheuser-Busch Awards opening for James Corden and KC & the Sunshine Band, and Vanderbilt Homecoming playing with Aaron Carter.

Davis embraced our music style and used license to make the best decisions for our crowd. Very respectful. Very accessible on days leading up to wedding. Was a great partner to the other weddingstakeholders as we had a live ensemble as well. 5 Stars!!!
Michael F., 4 months ago
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The Salamanders 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Essex, 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, 2 years ago
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Diamond Music Management 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

DIAMOND MUSIC MANAGEMENT is a provider of luxury entertainment event bands, based in Dallas, Texas, and Los Angeles, and serving corporate event and wedding clients world-wide. We boast truly exceptional, stand out performers, and we provide state of the art event production services including staging, sound and lighting. Managing the whole process from contracting, to on-site venue coordination, to event execution, we make every performance and event a once-in-a-lifetime experience for our clients, world-wide.

The Sapphire Orchestra was absolutely phenomenal and made our luxury wedding in Dallas an event to remember. From the very first note to the final encore, they brought unmatched elegance and energy to the night. Their polished performance, breathtaking vocals, and stellar musicianship created a magical atmosphere that perfectly complemented our black-tie celebration. The band’s versatility was unmatched—they performed everything from timeless classics to today’s top hits, flawlessly keeping the vibe upbeat and sophisticated. Every guest, from our older relatives to our friends, was raving about how incredible the music was. The Sapphire Orchestra’s level of service was also exceptional—they made the planning process seamless and ensured every detail was just right. It truly felt like they cared as much about our day as we did. I couldn’t recommend them more highly for anyone looking to create an unforgettable wedding experience.
Emily S., 3 months ago
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Standing Room Only Orchestra 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

This versatile group of superb musicians and seasoned vocalists is ready to entertain live at your wedding reception or special event. Standing Room Only Orchestra is available in a variety of sizes to suit your needs, and will keep your guests on the dance floor, having fun for hours! The band's talented and inspired musicians love to perform a wide variety of music including: Swing, 50’s and 60’s, Motown, Disco, 80’s, Top 40 hits and more - Any and every kind of music you can dance to! Choose amongst our ten-piece orchestra, nine-piece performance orchestra, or six to seven-piece band for non-stop dancing!

We hired SRO for our wedding in August 2024, and had a great experience! Leading up to the big day, they were always quick to respond to emails, answered every question I had, and provided excellent recommendations for songs when I had trouble deciding. On the day of the wedding, Kara was an awesome emcee, and the band was wonderful! The dance floor was packed the whole night, and many of our guests commented on how great the music was. If you're looking to book SRO, you won't be disappointed! (Photos by Colin Lyons Photography)
Katy M., 4 months ago
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Guy Michel Music 

5.0

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

I perform on an electric cello that lets me move freely and interact directly with your guests, adding a dynamic and personal touch to the event. With a keen ability to read the room, I adjust the music in real time to create the perfect atmosphere, ensuring an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

Mr. Michel is definitely a smooth operator. He knows how to work a room well. He knows how to get people to engage, and he knows when to blend into the background. He doesn’t act like a rockstar, even tho he easily could demand that type of attention based on his accomplishments. Simply a pleasure to work with.
David Freeman, 3 years ago
Main Street Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

Main Street Dueling Pianos is the perfect entertainment for your wedding reception. From the moment you choose Main Street Dueling Pianos as your entertainment, not only will you get the best live performance, but you’ll also have peace of mind that your entire reception is in the hands of true wedding professionals. Don’t have a wedding planner or coordinator? No problem. Main Street Dueling Pianos will handle all those responsibilities on your big day, working with all the other vendors to ensure your reception runs smoothly and on schedule. All you’ll have to do is show up, relax, and celebrate with your friends and family!

I would 1000% recommend to anyone!! Joe and his band absolutely killed it. I seriously can’t say enough good things. We had one piano, drums, and a bass guitar….it was perfect!
Buck & S., 3 years ago
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The Eturnity Band/Orchestra 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

From performing Michael Jordan’s birthday Celebration, Michael Strahan's Star-Studded Party, Time Anniversary Celebration, even weddings for real life royalty like “Heiress Ross”, Etc. Eturnity got what you need to kickstart any event into a groovin’ dance party, incorporating professional custom choreography in their stage show. The unit starts at 11 pieces, and can go high as 22 depending on the clients needs. Stars like Quincy Jones, Bill Gates, Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks, Muhammad Ali, Jerry Seinfeld, Steven Spielberg, Beyonce, Jayz, Colin Cowie, & even Presidents, etc to name a few, have witnessed and hired Eturnity to perform their events.

The Eturnity Band/Orchestra was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, they were professional, warm, and incredibly responsive to all of our questions and requests. Their quality of work and value was excellent - they worked seamlessly with our other vendors to put on a fabulous show from start to finish. The band's energy and talent kept our dance floor packed all night long, and many of our guests commented that they were the best wedding band they had ever seen. We are so grateful to the Eturnity Band/Orchestra for helping to make our special day truly unforgettable.
Lauren R., 2 months ago
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The Matt Mccallie Orchestra 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

Our focus is on making your special day a spectacular memory! Treat yourself to the extravagance of a professional live performance customized just the way you like. You can choose the instruments, songs, hours and everything else we have to offer.

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Great Scott! 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Essex, IL for additional fees

Great Scott is the hottest cover band in the Midwest, playing the best of the 50's to the new millennium. With over 20 years of experience, you can rest assured your party will be in excellent hands with the highest quality talent and equipment. Great Scott is based in Grand Rapids, MI and travels all over the midwest including Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

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Who Knew Entertainment 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Essex, 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.

Southtown Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $695
  • Serves Essex, IL

Entertainment services for weddings, parties, and events. Professional DJ's and dance lighting; Greenscreen photo booth with hundreds of backgrounds for your guests to choose; Wireless up-lighting; Ceremony music; On-line planning tools, On-line photo booth gallery; Photo guestbook; and more!

Southtown Entertainment did our outdoor ceremony and indoor reception. The sound quality was amazing during the ceremony! The reception music and DJing was perfect, the dance floor was never empty! They have a great website to suggest and help pick our music as needed and easy to follow. Very responsive to questions!
Malaney A., 5 months ago
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DJ FELA 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves Essex, IL

My name is Alef, and one of the primary reasons I became a wedding DJ was because I enjoy celebrating love. My proficiency in English, Portuguese, and Spanish has allowed me to participate in a variety of multicultural events. I have over three years of experience and have given my clients a premium audio and visual experience.

We absolutely recommend DJ Fela! We had people on the dance floor the entire night. He's professional and really knows how to keep the energy going. We still have people telling us how amazing the music was for our wedding. 1000/10 would recommend for your wedding or any other event you have planned!
Jacci B., 6 months ago
Dancefloor Delight 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Essex, IL

Welcome to Dancefloor Delight, the premier wedding DJ company dedicated to making your big day an unforgettable experience! Our team of experienced and professional DJs is committed to providing top-quality entertainment that will have you and your guests dancing all night long.

I had the pleasure of hiring Dancefloor Delight for my wedding due to a glowing recomendation from my wedding planner and I must say, they surpassed all my expectations. Right from the first meeting, they conducted themselves with professionalism and were attentive to our needs, ensuring they fully understood what we wanted for our big day. The DJ team had a keen sense of the audience and kept the dancefloor bustling all night. Our guests couldn't stop talking about how much fun they had and the fantastic music selection. Dancefloor Delight certainly made our wedding unforgettable, and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a premium wedding DJ service.
Megan W., 2 years ago
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The Good Kidds 

4.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Essex, IL

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., 3 years ago
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Arlen Music 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Essex, IL

Arlen Music Productions specializes in providing live music entertainment presentations for Chicago wedding music, corporate bands, and fundraising band events. Much more than just a traditional standalone Chicago wedding band, Arlen Music ensembles are recognized as leaders within the Chicago special event band industry. Winner of the 2014-2021 Best Band by Better Magazine, the Ken Arlen Evolution Orchestra has also developed a nationwide presence with performances ranging from New Year’s Eve at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, to the Presidential Inaugural Ball in Washington, D.C.

Oh what a night! Indigo was amazing! Our wedding guests were so impressed with them - from the jazz trio during dinner to the high energy music that kept everyone on the dance floor. Kendall knows how to start a party and keep it going until the end of the evening! Their range of music and ability to play to our guests was so impressive. We are so glad that we decided to select the 11 piece band - the horn section was fantastic! And then they ended the evening with a private dance for the bride and groom that was so special. They are definitely a five star band! A big thanks to Kendall and Indigo for a very special evening!
Julie, a year ago
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Harpist Michelle Campbell 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Essex, IL

Harpist Michelle Campbell has enjoyed performing for weddings and special events for over twenty years. She has studied harp performance at prestigious institutes and holds a Masters of Music Degree. She is the resident harpist for the Langham Hotel and is a regular featured soloist at The Four Seasons as well as other luxury hotels throughout Chicago. Michelle also enjoys performing musical theatre, including a critically acclaimed show at the Goodman Theatre, and collaborating with other creative musicians in Chicago. As a freelance soloist she is in high demand for private events.

I've now worked with Michelle as a violinist she's hired and as a contractor who's hired her. Not only does she play beautifully but she's extremely organized preparing for the performance, shows up early, dresses perfectly for each event, and is a lovely person to know and work with. I definitely plan on working with her in the future!
Stephanie-Fretless Music, 4 years ago
Reception Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Essex, IL

For owner Mike Yazumbek, DJing is fun and games, but it’s also a lifestyle he has lived and breathed for the past 13 years. Mike got his interest in DJing at age 20 and started out playing friends house parties, then eventually building up a reputation and DJing a the biggest nightclubs in the Chicagoland Area. Pretty Soon, a lot of his friends were getting married and Mike was the first person they thought of. After Djing hundreds of clubs, bars, school dances, private parties and weddings under his freelance name "DJ Mike Y" It was time to finally brand a mobile entertainment company - Reception Entertainment !

Mike did an awesome job at our wedding!! From the start he proved that he would be the one running the wedding, making sure everything ran smoothly. He made sure we stayed on our timeline and made sure photographers were around for cake cutting, first dances, etc. When it came to music, we got nothing but great reviews from our guests! The dance floor wasn’t empty all night! Highly recommend!
Taryn B., a year ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Essex, IL

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

Live bands typically range from $150 to $18,500, averaging at $3,500. DJs range from $800 to $4,000 and average at $1,300. 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! 85% of bands and DJs in Essex, IL cover cocktail hour and 83% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 70% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

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

62% of bands in Essex, 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 Essex, IL?

The most popular bands in Essex, IL are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Ultimate Beats Entertainment, DJ Joe Sheets and Windy City Mix, Inc..

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