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Location:
Chicago, IL

Pay Range:
$500-$1500 per event

Member Since:
2011

Category:
Original Band Chicago

One of the last of the analogue kids, Michael Kranicke founder of VDK, grew up when listening to music meant vinyl or the radio; feeding on rock and roll that had harmony and melody. He played with different bands as he learned the guitar and how to be an entertainer and a musican. Fifteen years and hundreds of shows have brought many wonderful moments, applause, laughter, smiles, and cheers. ... more
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Location:
Chicago, IL

Pay Range:
$2500-$15000 per event

Member Since:
2007

Category:
Cover Band / Original Band Chicago

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Named one of AMERICA'S 15 BEST WEDDING BANDS! (The Feast Wedding Special) #1 Gigmasters Cover Band! #1 Gigmasters Customer Satisfaction! Chicago's Best Modern Event Band. Specializing in today's hits and reinvented classics, the Empty Pockets offer a dynamic and fun musical experience sure to keep your event rocking all night long. Plus, we'll help you through every detail of the pa... more
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Location:
Chicago, IL

Pay Range:
$1000-$8000 per event

Member Since:
2011

Category:
Country Band / Original Band Chicago

*****Merchants of Moonshine is a top three, 5-STAR, L.A. Gigmasters band, NOW AVAILABLE IN ILLINOIS...close to our midwest homes!!! Check out our 5-star rating and reviews on our Los Angeles Gigmasters profile***** Created eight years ago, Merchants of Moonshine is a young group of musicians that deliver a versatile, exciting, high energy show to any occasion, large or small. Whether it's trad... more
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Location:
Chicago, IL

Pay Range:
$250-$1500 per event

Member Since:
2009

Category:
Christian Rock Band / Original Band Chicago

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A GAIN OF TEN, is a Chicago based alternative pop/rock band. Their music uses powerful arrangements that are blended with dynamic melodies sung by lead singer Gary Witthoeft paired with the sweet harmonies of back up vocalist and drummer Ashley Vargas. With the talents of lead guitarist Zephaniah Whitt and bassist Peter Kruse "a gain of ten" has quickly become one of Chicagos fastest up and coming... more
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Location:
Crystal Lake, IL (43 mi. from Chicago)

Pay Range:
$75-$750 per hour

Member Since:
2011

Category:
Steel Drum Band / Original Band Chicago

"Potts & Pans Steelband really catered to my needs, and they sounded great!" Joe C. - Geneva, IL. "I thought steelpans could only play beach music, Potts & Pans Ensemble made me realize the true beauty and depth of this instrument." Shirley T. - Crystal Lake, IL. Potts & Pans Steelband is a steelpan ensemble that molds itself to your event. With performers from a solo pannist with backing ... more
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Location:
Lemont, IL (26 mi. from Chicago)

Pay Range:
$800-$4500 per event

Member Since:
2007

Category:
Cover Band / Original Band Chicago

Thank you for taking time to visit our page! TIMINGS EVERYTHING is one of the most respected private event live entertainment choices in Chicago. *Open To All Of Your Musical Requests & Event Details *Performing The Widest Variety Of Today's & Yesterday's Music *Full Emcee Service Throughout Your Event Block *Packed Dance Floors *Detailed Planning *Insured YOUR EVENT IS JUST AS IMPOR... more
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Location:
Chicago, IL

Pay Range:
$600-$5000 per event

Member Since:
2009

Category:
Jam Band / Original Band Chicago

Paul Krawl, born in Hollywood, California on November 9, 1951 was the youngest of two children. His family moved to Santa Cruz, California when he was 12 years old. At home, his two brother's would play recordings by B.B. King, Duane Eddy, Butterfield Blues Band, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and countless other performers of the era. "One day my cousin handed me a guitar he had just found at... more
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Location:
Chicago, IL

Pay Range:
$500-$1600 per job

Member Since:
2010

Category:
Americana Band / Original Band Chicago

Voted BEST OF 2010 - TOP LOCAL ACTS by the ILLINOIS ENTERTAINER magazine "Around Hear" staff! ___________________________________________ Out of the love for Exotica, Country-Western and Blues comes the music of the Tiki Cowboys! We are the perfect band for your Private Party, Street Fest, Luau, Boat Bash, BBQ, Tenant Appreciation Party, or any event that requires la... more
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Location:
Chicago, IL

Pay Range:
$1000-$8500 per event

Member Since:
2007

Category:
Reggae Band / Original Band Chicago

Chicago Music Award Winning Band! The Ifficial Reggae Movement is one of the hottest reggae bands around. With Jamaican born members, Ifficial supplies authentic roots and dancehall reggae through their explosive style and mesmerizing "riddims". The band members always sport a smile on stage because their are having a blast. Ifficial's goal for each show is to keep you wanting more. They incor... more
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Location:
Chicago, IL

Pay Range:
$350-$1500 per event

Member Since:
2006

Category:
Rock Band / Original Band Chicago

Crooked Moon is an genuinely creative mixture of high caliber musicians. Blending original song-crafting, funkdified grooves, and wide open full tilt jamming. Crooked Moon has been connecting with the Chicagoland music scene since early 2006. The songs that you hear in each and every show are a mixture of originals written by members of the band as well as covers from some of their favorite musici... more
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Please note these Original Bands will also travel to Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Park, Forest Park, Hines, Lyons, Riverside, Brookfield, Maywood, River Forest, Summit Argo, Carol Stream, La Grange Park, Bellwood, Bedford Park, Melrose Park, Westchester, Burbank, Bridgeview, Hillside, Hinsdale, Hometown, La Grange, River Grove, Stone Park, Western Springs, Berkeley, Franklin Park, Justice, Norridge