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Andrew Blake
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AWARD WINNER (10X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Located in Chicago, IL, Andrew Blake Band and Wow Factor provide music entertainment for weddings and private galas. At Tailor Made Talent Group, we offer entertainment packages that are "Tailor Made" to suit your budget and size requirements. We offer the Wow Factor Band in 6 and 8 pieces, and the Andrew Blake Band in 11 to 14 pieces to suit your vision. Both lineups are customizable. We also offer a complete DJ service with or without the band, in addition to many different options for your ceremony music if needed. Visit our website for videos, or email us today with your questions.
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Cello
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Guitar
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Piano
Saxophone
Trombone
Trumpet
Violin
Vocals
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Country
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Disco
Pop
R&B
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Andrew Blake
Owner
Andrew Blake is a 30 year veteran of the entertainment and private event business. He has performed thousands of events all across the country. For more information on Andrew or his services please visit andrewblakeband.com.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0108 reviews
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The Andrew Blake Band consistently receives high praise for their exceptional performances at weddings. Guests rave about the band's ability to keep the dance floor lively all night with a fantastic music selection and engaging energy. Reviewers highlight the professionalism, seamless planning process, and outstanding communication with the band, making them a top choice for couples looking for an unforgettable wedding experience. Overall, the Andrew Blake Band is highly recommended for any special occasion, with guests commending their talent, versatility, and dedication to ensuring a memorable event.- Top reviews
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N K
5.0
1/04/2025
Andrew,
Truly we can't thank you enough. What. A. Time. From fast up beat songs to slow. You listened to literally everything we asked for. People afterwards were even asking who was the Dj and how much they loved it. Thank you for everything! Xo.
Cheryl P
5.0
12/31/2024
We have had the pleasure of working with the Andrew Blake Band and Wow Factor for both weddings and anniversary parties at our country club, Medinah, and they have consistently delivered exceptional experiences. Their communication and professionalism are second to none, making the planning process seamless and stress-free.
The music selection was fantastic—Andrew and his team knew exactly how to keep everyone on the dance floor all night long. Their energy, talent, and ability to read the crowd truly made each event unforgettable.
Andrew and his team do it right every time, and we couldn’t recommend them more highly for any special occasion. If you’re looking for an incredible band to elevate your event, look no further!
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Carol R
5.0
12/28/2024
ABB is simply the best most fun band you could hire! You’re going to get a band that can do almost any type of music from any era or genre. Amazingly talented with many years of experience. You and your guest will remember them for sure!
Elizabeth B
5.0
12/26/2024
We used Andrew Blake Band for DJ services for my daughter’s wedding. Every step of the process was easy and the night went off seamlessly. His team was professional and attentive to our needs.
Everything from the MC services, sound set up, music selection and set up was perfect! They thought of everything. The reception was so much fun because Andrew Blake and his team were there. I highly recommend them!
Kyle B
5.0
10/21/2024
The Andrew Blake Band was the best! Our guests were raving about the band for weeks after the wedding. The ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and performance were top notch and the level of professionalism and communication throughout the process was superb! Look nowhere else for your wedding entertainment.
response 10/25/2024
Dear Kyle and Jillian,
Thank you so much for trusting me with the music for your wedding...
day! It was a privilege to be a part of your celebration. Witnessing the joy and love shared between you and your guests was truly special. I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such an unforgettable day. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness, love, and beautiful memories.
Musically yours,
Andrew
Katie N
5.0
9/30/2024
The Andrew Blake Band is the BEST wedding band. Trust me, I’ve been to over 20 weddings and have heard a variety of wedding bands play. Music was one of the #1 most important things for our wedding, and I took selecting my band very seriously because I knew I wanted a PARTY. I found them through my SIL, who had them play at her wedding – they were so great that my best friend also selected them to play at her wedding. They kept the party going from start to finish, our guests filled the dance floor the ENTIRE night, I truly think there were some people who didn’t leave the dance floor once. They play such a wide variety of music, there is something for everyone! I had guests reach out after the wedding to ask if the Andrew Blake Band played shows anywhere because they wanted to see them again. Not to mention, Andrew was phenomenal during the planning process, top notch communication and very detail oriented. If we do a vowel renewal in the future, they will be the first thing I book! Truly, can’t say enough great things about them.
response 10/25/2024
Dear Katie and James, Thank you so much for choosing me to perform at your wedding at the ...
beautiful Blackhawk Hotel! Every time I have the privilege of celebrating with your incredible group of family and friends, it’s truly an epic experience. Your wedding was filled with so much joy, energy, and love – it was an honor to help create those unforgettable memories. Looking forward to the next celebration together! Wishing you both a lifetime filled with happiness, laughter, and music.
Musically yours,
Andrew
Meghan C
5.0
8/25/2024
The Andrew Blake Band kept the party going throughout our entire reception. We received so many compliments from guests after our wedding. The dance floor was packed the whole night. We booked the Andrew Blake Band for our ceremony and reception. The violin & piano duo was the perfect addition to our ceremony. Elegant and classy! Andrew and his band were a joy to work with! Highly recommend if you want your guests to dance the night away.
response 08/31/2024
Thank you so much Meghan!! We had the best time celebrating with you and Mark. Your kind...
words truly mean the world to me and my entire band and crew. It was an absolute honor to be a part of your special day, and we're thrilled that the music helped make your wedding as magical as it was.
Jared K
5.0
12/05/2023
Andrew and crew were PERFECT for our wedding. The planning leading up to the event was seamless, the portal kept us on track. The MC services were great the night of and the band kept everyone on the dance floor the entire night with a quality mix of fun dancing songs and nice slow songs. Everyone kept talking about how great a live band was to have and how fantastic they were - from our friends and family to the restaurant staff. Highly recommend!
Lily S
5.0
12/04/2023
We can't say enough amazing things about the Andrew Blake Band! They were an absolute blast and did everything to make sure the music (and MC'ing) for our big day was perfect. The energy in the room and on the dance floor is something we'll never forget!
response 09/11/2024
THANK YOU LILY! We were honored that you chose us. Your wedding was out of this world. I...
think the band had as much fun performing, as your guests did dancing to them. What an amazing energy on that dance floor. Please keep in touch with us on Instagram @andrewblakeband and share your pro pics with us!
Sam S
5.0
12/04/2023
What an incredible night that was made perfect by the Andrew Blake Band! Probably the best compliment for any band at a wedding is a full dance floor the entire night and smiles on a lot of faces. Both were true on this night. The band kept everyone in the dance floor, smiles on everyone’s faces, and voices singing along. The professionalism was second to none and they helped facilitate the entire reception to perfection. I cannot recommend the Andrew Blake Band enough for any and all types of weddings and large events!
response 10/25/2024
Dear Sam, Thank you so much for hiring and trusting me to perform for your sister’s weddin...
g. Knowing you’re a classically trained musician yourself and that she placed her trust in your recommendation makes it an incredible honor that you chose my band, especially with so many other talented options out there in your wheelhouse. I am truly grateful for the opportunity. Seeing that dance floor packed with such an epic vibe and energy was a joy beyond words. I’m so happy the evening turned out just as you envisioned for her – it was a celebration to remember!
Stephanie S
5.0
11/27/2023
We can’t say enough good things about the Andrew Blake Band!! We had them at our wedding in October 2023 and they exceeded all expectations. From the beginning they were great communicating with us – going so far as inviting us to hear them play live at a performance well before we even selected them as our vendor. They have a huge list of songs to pick from and they sounded amazing at our wedding.
My biggest fear in selecting a wedding band was choosing a band that wanted to make it about their performance and not about the wedding party and guests. For others reading this with that same concern – you don’t have to worry about that with Andrew Blake. He and his band did a phenomenal job reading the room and focusing on the bride and groom. They kept everyone dancing out on the dance floor – even once recognizing when a song didn’t resonate with people, they smoothly pivoted to another song that everyone rushed back to the dance floor for.
Andrew Blake Band carried the night for us and our guests couldn’t say enough good things asking who they were and complimenting how great they were. Thank you Andrew Blake Band for such great memories!
response 11/28/2023
Wow! Thank you Stephanie for taking the time to leave us such a beautiful review. It re...
ally was a gorgeous affair, and I am honored that you chose me to be a part of it. Please share your photos and videos with us on Social Media when the time comes. We would love to see them. Keep in touch!
Musically yours,
Andrew
Andre C
5.0
9/23/2023
Hands down the best decision we made for our wedding was hiring the Andrew Blake Band. Working with Andrew was great- he is professional, thoughtful, and extremely knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to make our day special and bring our vision to fruition. On top of the seamless interactions with Andrew, the band’s performance was beyond our wildest dreams. Our dance floor was packed the ENTIRE night- even during the breaks; they DJ’ed music that we loved and kept the party going. We opted to have the lighting package and it transformed our venue to another level. They also provided music for the cocktail hour, dinner, and live music for our ceremony (acoustic guitar & a violin) - all of it was truly remarkable. Almost a year later and everyone is still talking about how amazing the band was at our wedding. Some of our favorite memories from the day are dancing with our family and friends at our wedding- memories filled with palpable, magical joy. We will be forever grateful to the Andrew Blake Band for giving us that and so much more.
response 11/28/2023
Thank you André for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. Your wedding da...
y was truly magical. The love and positive energy in the venue that night was palpable. I can not say enough how much we appreciated your warmth and generosity throughout the entire process. I hope we can celebrate with you and your family and friends again. Please keep in touch!
Musically yours,
Andrew
Kristina M
5.0
9/06/2023
Andrew and his band are AMAZING! I saw them perform at a friends wedding a few years ago, and I knew I wanted them to perform at my wedding. And a few weeks ago at my wedding, they delivered again. Our dance floor was packed the ENTIRE night even when the DJ was playing during the breaks. They also learned a song to play for my husband’s college and all our friends loved it!! We got SO many compliments from our guests! They truly made our wedding so amazing!!
response 09/06/2023
Thank you so Much Kristina for this beautiful review. Your wedding was gorgeous. Hopeful...
ly we see you on the dance floor again someday. I wish you and Zac all the best life has to offer.
Ingrid F
5.0
8/14/2023
Very professional and easy to work with.
response 11/28/2023
Thank you Ingrid for choosing The Andrew Blake Band for your daughter's wedding. Your fa...
mily and friends were such a pleasure to perform for. I wanted to come out there and dance with you guys. So much fun! Please keep in touch, and consider bringing us back out for their 10 year anniversary.
Musically yours,
Andrew
Will P
5.0
5/30/2023
Andrew Blake and his bandmates put on the best live performance I and many others have ever experienced at a wedding, period. They are true professionals.
We hired Andrew to perform at our wedding that occurred earlier this May in SW Michigan. Over 2 weeks later, my wife and I still smile when conversing with others at just how amazing their presentation and music was. The music was superb, we got to request over 20+ songs which they played throughout the night and they even let us request some on-demand.
Instruments included brass, strings, piano, drums, vocals and awesome lighting. The whole shabang!
Andrew and his team think and take care of everything, the setup, take down, even the sound engineering of the space they are performing in. They also know how to read a room. It went off without a hitch, which in today's world is RARE.
Hiring Andrew and his team was the best thing we could have done for our wedding, hands down the best money we spent. Their music was the true life of the party and we could not have had a better time.
12/10 recommend. You won't regret it.
response 08/14/2023
Will!!!!
I can't thank you enough for this beautiful review. It means so much to hear t...
hat our clients recognize how much we care about getting the absolute best result possible. Thank you for taking the time to share this.
Musically yours,
Andrew
Erika S
5.0
10/04/2022
This band was truly AMAZING from start to finish. Everyone, and I mean everyone, told us how amazing your band was. Literally, you said you would get everyone out on that dance floor and you did not disappoint ONE SECOND OF THE ENTIRE EVENING!!!!!
I wish the night could have gone on forever and I just cannot THANK YOU enough, everyone needs to know how amazing you were to work with from the moment we spoke a year ago to the final song, it was perfect and your singers are AMAZING!
response 08/14/2023
Hi Erika,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this review. You guys really h...
ad a PARTY! I was laughing and cheering up there right along with your friends and family. What a great energy. Tell David to hit me up for your 10 year anniversary bash.
Musically yours,
Andrew
Jim R
5.0
9/20/2022
Every wedding guest said that the Andrew Blake Band was best wedding band ever. Off the charts good and it seemed as though the band was enjoying the reception as much as the bride, groom and their guests. Our daughter could not have been happier! Even friends of ours who don’t typically dance were out on the dance floor! Thanks!
response 09/20/2022
Thank you Thank you Thank you! We had such a great time with all of you. What a beautifu...
l spot in Door County, WI! ........and that RAINBOW that came out just before dinner.....AMAZING!
Chandra J
5.0
9/20/2022
WOW, WOW, WOW!!! This band was amazing!!!! I am a Wedding Planner, so I have seen a lot of bands in the last 10 years; lots of great ones as well as some bad ones. They entertained everyone during the ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner, then kept the dance floor packed. Andrew was also a top notch communicator during the planning process. If you want a band to keep everyone on the dance floor all night, look no further - book the Andrew Blake Band!!
response 09/20/2022
Chandra, you just made my entire week. You are so great at what you do and I truly appre...
ciate you taking the time to share this review.
Veronica V
5.0
9/13/2022
Andrew and his team were fantastic to work with! They really take into consideration the details to make the wedding timeline move smoothly and that the music is perfect to what we wanted to hear. Everyone at our wedding raved at the range of styles and songs performed. He communicated so well with us up through the day of the wedding as well. Thank you for being a huge part of our day!
response 09/13/2022
Thank you sooo much Veronica! So great getting to know you guys. We definitely had a lot...
of laughs learning your special song S. Syrup! lol! Keep in touch!
Ellen B
5.0
6/28/2022
Andrew Blake Band was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Having a band over a DJ was pretty much the only thing my husband requested for our wedding, but as I began to research bands, I hit a lot of dead ends. We had a set amount of money to put towards our band, but I was finding that other bands I contacted would push me to spend even more. When I reached out to Andrew Blake, he could not have been kinder or more understanding. He has an incredible passion for what he does and reassured us that they would deliver no matter what "package" we bought for our day. We booked his 9-piece band for an extremely competitive price, and felt very confident after reading reviews and watching videos of them performing online. But wow, once they actually performed at our reception, we were blown away! The band has an incredible energy, knows how to curate songs to a certain crowd, and kept everyone dancing all night. This is not an exaggeration — we were blessed with a PACKED dance floor at our wedding! In addition to that, the band did a great job DJing our cocktail hour and dinner with ambient music. And Meghan was a fantastic MC, with so much enthusiasm and energy to get our party started. Could not recommend ABB more!
response 09/13/2022
Thank you Ellen for such a beautiful review! We loved performing for you guys and your fa...
mily and friends. What a great day it was for sure!
Madeline J
5.0
3/02/2022
We have had nonstop people telling us how amazing the Andrew Blake Band did, and everyone said it was one of the best aspects of the reception!! I don't think I ever left the dance floor because of what an amazing job they did. I can't thank the band enough for not only doing an amazing job the day of, but also for being very helpful throughout the planning process. Andrew was always very quick to answer emails or be willing to take time to talk to us over the phone which helped me be a little less stressed during planning. I also appreciate how understanding the band was when we made the decision to postpone our original wedding date due to COVID. I cannot imagine my wedding reception without the Andrew Blake Band.
response 03/02/2022
Thank you so much for posting this Madeline!! You and Erik were a total pleasure. Please...
keep in touch.
Rosie W
5.0
1/15/2022
Our guests have been non-stop complimenting the Andrew Blake Band!! From the jazz trio at cocktail hour to Megan and the intros to Andrew's amazing voice and talented musicians!! It’s been awesome to hear how much everyone enjoyed dancing the night away!!
Andrew is wonderful to work with from start to finish -- especially during this uncertain time. You can feel how much Andrew loves music and he knows it's a very big part of your event and wants it to be how You want it to be. He always promptly and courteously responded to any questions we had and was very patient and thorough with our planning to the very end. We would love to have Andrew play at another event .... we'll have to start planning : )
response 09/13/2022
We are ready when you are Rosie! You guys were such a pleasure. Let us know when we can ...
celebrate and rock another dance floor for you guys.
Katherine B
5.0
10/05/2021
The Andrew Blake Band was PHENOMENAL!! I am still getting raves about the band members, songs chosen, flow of the evening, MCing and the electricity brought to the dance floor. I cannot wait to have you be apart of all our big events down the line. I can't tell you how much I appreciate everything you did to make our day extra special. YOU ARE TRULY A ROCK STAR!!
response 03/02/2022
Thank you Katherine!!! I will celebrate with you and your family and friends again any ti...
me. Please keep in touch.
Peter S
5.0
9/28/2021
I may be a tough customer. Having played in a Chicago show band for years, I had high expectations. My wife and daughters are singers and musicians. Andrew Blake and the band exceeded our expectations. They sounded incredible, and Andrew himself dealt with a couple of challenges quickly and professionally. We heard nothing but raves about the band, and the dancing never stopped (even during the band breaks)! Megan was a great MC and singer. Simone -- incredible. They handled a wide variety of music, from classic rock to current dance hits with ease. I loved the real drums and distinct lack of tracks. Andrew also handled sound at the outdoor ceremony. All in all, we were very pleased.
response 03/02/2022
Thank you for the beautiful review Peter. It was an honor to be chosen for your daughter'...
s wedding. With so much talent in your family, we knew we had to be on our toes. I loved your personal songs too. Your guests really seemed to love it. Please keep in touch.
Carrie M
5.0
8/25/2021
I can’t say enough about The Andrew Blake Band and his team!! Working with Andrew from the beginning was such an easy process, I knew instantly I wouldn’t have to worry about this part of the wedding because he was so professional and knew exactly what he was doing!! He’s done this a time or 2 ;-). From the ceremony, to the cocktail hour and lastly to every part of the reception, him and his team were on point and didn’t miss a beat! From intros with Megan to having them up there singing…phenomenal!!! The voices, the talent, the energy they bring…the best around!! My husband and his friends are all in bands and we got so many compliments on how awesome the entertainment was at our wedding! Was even able to get my husband and his friends up for a couple songs! If you’re looking for a band to play your wedding or event, I highly recommend Andrew Blake and his team!! You won’t be disappointed!!!
Lastly, Andrew, thank you for being a part of our special day and for creating such an memorable experience for us and everyone there! I appreciate all the hard work that went into making our day special and am so honored that we had you there for us!! ♥️♥️♥️
response 03/02/2022
Thank you for the beautiful review! I'm so glad we were able to perform your wedding recep...
tion Carrie. We had a blast and Frank sounded great too. :)
Robyn M
5.0
8/24/2021
As a fellow wedding vendor (planner/coordinator) I wanted to post about my experience with Andrew and his team. I worked with the Andrew Blake band on 8/21, as my the couple I was coordinating for hired them for their Big Day. His entire team was incredibly professional. After a couple of run arounds with inclement weather for the ceremony/cocktail hour, Andrew and his team were flexible and had a positive attitude throughout the entire evening. Megan who was the emcee and also a member of the band was exceptionally organized and ensured that the flow of the evening (introductions/blessings/toasts) went smoothly. I don’t normally post reviews for other vendors, however this was one of the most pleasant experiences I have had with a fellow wedding vendor. Do not hesitate to hire the Andrew Blake Band for your wedding - they are organized, professional, flexible, work well with all involved in the day, and also keep the dance floor full all night long.
Rick V
5.0
8/20/2021
What an amazing night thanks to an AMAZING BAND. I wish I could give more stars to the Andrew Blake Band!! Wow Factor is right. Days after the wedding, my phone was blowing up with comments on how much fun everyone had and that NOBODY left the dance floor the entire night – me included! This is reason that my wife and I insisted that we were going to have a live band vs. a DJ for my daughter's wedding. We just think weddings were meant to be full on celebrations that include a live band. What we got was beyond expectations! It really felt that everyone in the band was having as much fun as everyone on the dance floor and we could feel it in the music and the tone that was set. They are amazing musicians and I hope to see them again. We were also provided with a pianist for the session and a 3 piece ensemble for our cocktail reception. Everyone hit a home run this night!! If I get a chance to book these folks again, I am!!!
Kristin O
5.0
7/11/2021
Andrew Blake band kept the dance floor packed all night long! During the planning process Andrew was the easiest vendor to work with! He sent over a song list for us to pick from and we also picked our DJ song that played on the break! You will not be disappointed by choosing this band! They definitely made the wedding great!
John R
5.0
7/07/2021
This band is amazing! Totally worth getting a 9 piece band. We received so many compliments about our band at our wedding. Andrew was so easy to work with and so accommodating prior to and during the wedding. I would highly recommend booking this band.
Katie C
5.0
6/08/2021
Katie C
Dillon C
5.0
6/04/2021
This band is THE BEST. Our wedding was an absolute blast due to Andrew Blake! Expect the BEST when you book the BEST. Incredibly professional, responsive, and they put on a show of your lifetime. Andrew MC'd our introductions and speeches, and once the dance floor opened ALLLL of our guests came out and stayed on the floor all night. HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend. THANK YOU!
response 09/13/2022
Thank you Dillon. Always an honor to get a nod from someone with connections to the indust...
ry. We had a ball! Thank you so much for having us.
NICHOLAS B
5.0
1/20/2020
Andrew Blake is a pure professional. From the booking process to the performance, and everything in between, he nailed it. He was our MC for the night and did a great job with that also.
We opted for the 9 piece band and I highly recommend that at a minimum. The horns add so much to the sound and the show. Every player in Andrew's band is amazing. And the song selection kept everyone on the dance floor all night long.
I could keep going, but to put it simply, your search is done if you are looking for the perfect band to celebrate your wedding. Choose Andrew Blake and have peace of mind knowing you have the best band booked for your big day.
brian h
5.0
12/01/2019
Wow, Andrew Blake band was great, they were easy to work with and did exactly what they said they would do. There music was awesome as well. Highly recommended!!
Judy L
5.0
10/30/2019
I always told my children that I would pay to have a band at their wedding. I left the choice up to my son and daughter-in-law. They listened to several bands and then selected The Andrew Blake Band for their June 22, 2019 wedding. They were absolutely amazing from the music during cocktail to the full dance floor the entire evening! If you are looking for an amazing band, Andrew Blake is it! Thank you Andrew and the entire band!
Benjamin B
5.0
10/10/2019
Andrew and his band absolutely crushed our wedding. We got more compliments on the band than on any other aspect of the day, specifically with regards to what a great singer Andrew is. He and his team are very talented at finding the right rhythm to get people out on the dance floor and keep them there. The horns players even came out to the dance floor as things got rocking which was so engaging for our guests. We feel lucky to have landed Andrew and would recommend him strongly to anyone.
Caroline D
5.0
10/06/2019
We can't thank Andrew Blake Band enough for putting on such a GREAT show at our wedding last Saturday the 28th at Saddle & Cycle. Everyone was having a blast dancing (even those that often sit on the sidelines) and we heard praises of the music all throughout the week (especially the horn section coming down onto the dance floor!)
They were so easy to work with and we knew it would be great but it exceeded our expectations. They really made our wedding amazing! We also worked with Andrew on a trio of musicians for our ceremony which was beautiful.
If you want an incredible wedding celebration, work with Andrew Blake!
Kathryn M
5.0
9/19/2019
If I have to choose the single best recommendation I made during my wedding, it was hiring Andrew Blake Band. They were PHENOMENAL. Their energy, sound, professionalism, interactions with the guests, set list - everything - was perfect and resulted in a jam packed dance floor all night. On more than one occasion, Andrew and members of the band came out to the dance floor. On one occasion, the brass section found me during (literally) the only time I sat down, pulled up chairs, and played directly to me. That was an absolute highlight of the weekend for me.
Andrew’s masterful MCing, poise in front of the crowd, and ability to adapt on the fly were all superb. The band’s professionalism and experience meant this was a completely stress-free evening for me, my husband, and our families. That allowed us to concentrate on having a great time with our friends and family and for that, we are so grateful.
We had an endless stream of people come up to us and comment about the band. Not only were guests massively impressed by them as a group, but so many people pointed out the talent of everyone individually. Andrew Blake Band set the tone and the energy of the night.
g m
5.0
9/15/2019
Andrew,
Once again you and your guys and gal outdid yourselves. I would recommend Andrew Blake Band to anyone. You guys are true professionals and fun to work with. Loved the music, loved the lights, and always love the horns. You guys rock!! Thanks for everything and for making Tracey and Josh’s night unforgettable. We received nothing but great raves from our guests. For us, Andrew Blake Band is the only game in town.
Rock on!
Jack G
5.0
9/14/2019
Working with the Andrew Blake Band was a great experience! From the beginning, we felt as though he communicated clearly and very quickly. He was able to honor our vision that we had for the music from the beginning, which was very important to us - we're both musicians ourselves and can be picky. One thing that set the band above the rest is how well they handled the best man and me sitting in to play two songs. The performance went really well and we were very impressed! The band itself the night of the wedding was phenomenal, and we’ve gotten more compliments on the band than on any other vendor. Overall, their musicianship, professionalism and energy blew us away. They were incredibly tight, and we would recommend them to anybody. Working with Andrew and the band was a great experience!
Cathryn G
5.0
9/14/2019
Working with the Andrew Blake Band was a great experience! From the beginning, we felt as though he communicated clearly and very quickly. He was able to honor our vision that we had for the music from the beginning, which was very important to us. One thing that set the band above the rest is how well they handled the groom and best man sitting in to play two songs. The performance went really well and we were very impressed! The band itself the night of the wedding was phenomenal, and we’ve gotten more compliments on the band than on any other vendor. Overall, their musicianship, professionalism and energy blew us away. They were incredibly tight, and we would recommend them to anybody. Working with Andrew and the fans was a great experience!
Brooke G
5.0
9/12/2019
The Andrew Blake band was absolutely amazing! Our dance floor was never empty and all of our guests keeping telling us we had the best band. Andrew was professional and easy to work with. They were so fun we wish we could do it all over again!
Sara H
5.0
8/13/2019
The Andrew Blake Band ROCKED out at our wedding! Weeks later, our family & friends are still raving about how amazing they are. They were the highlight of our wedding day! I am truly SO grateful for Andrew & all of the amazing, talented band members. It wouldn’t have been as awesome without them.
We requested that Andrew perform our first dance live, “Grow Old With You by Adam Sandler” from the Wedding Singer and boy did he deliver!! His song had us in tears. It was phenomenal.
I strongly urge engaged couples looking for a wedding band to book them, and book them fast! So much enthusiasm and TALENT! Truly blessed to have had such a great experience. We wish we could relive it all over again! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Shelley M
5.0
7/11/2019
What a band! So many talented musicians! My husband and I couldn’t have been happier with our choice to have the Andrew Blake Band be a part of our wedding celebration. Our dance floor was always full of people and they brought so much energy and liveliness to our special day. He was always professional and communicative throughout the entire planning process and we would certainly recommend them!
Tracey M
5.0
7/11/2019
This band's energy, male and female vocals, and amazing sound really made the dance floor packed! You want this band at your wedding!! Andrew Blake Band played all of my requests, kept me informed before and during the wedding and was so engaging and nice the entire night. Way to go!
Josh M
5.0
7/11/2019
Andrew Blake Band was incredible! The music was awesome and they were everything we wanted in a wedding band! Couldn't ask for a better band!
S L
5.0
7/09/2019
We enlisted our parents to check out a bunch of bands and they came back saying Andrew Blake Band and the Wow Factor stood out by far.
Andrew Blake was extremely communicative from the our initial meeting and right through to the end of our actual event. Not only was he and his band punctual, professional and friendly, they are all talented musicians!
Andrew Blake Band and the Wow Factor definitely went the extra mile for us, we were so impressed and happy that we actually had them play at my sister's in laws wedding!
Benjamin D
5.0
6/17/2019
I can hardly begin to describe how happy we are that we had The Andrew Blake Band play at our Wedding at The Armour House! They played absolutely beautifully on the piano and the violin at the ceremony and when we transitioned to the reception the totally ran the show and had everyone dancing and moving to the music all night long!
The band was moving and grooving to the music and they were so lively and energetic, everyone loved them! They even came out onto the dance floor with their instruments to play and dance in the crowd it was so fun! I think they were having as much fun as we were :)
Almost everyone came up to us to ask where we found the band and we are happy to recommend the Andrew Blake Band to anyone who is looking for a fantastic band to bring their event to life! Andrew and his band were so easy to work with and they were very accommodating to all of our needs and requests.
Thanks so much Andrew Blake Band, we can't wait to hear you all play again at more of our friend's weddings soon!
response 06/17/2019
This review totally made my day Benjamin! We had an absolute blast performing for you guy...
s. What an epic celebration. Call me for your 10 year anniversary! We will celebrate with the Domash family again any day! The pleasure was all mine.
Katherine F
5.0
4/07/2019
We can't thank the Andrew Blake Band enough! We had an incredible wedding night and had so much fun dancing the night away. We had countless guests come up to us saying how awesome the band was. Everyone LOVED them!
Thank you, Andrew Blake, for making our wedding night so special!
Kerry H
5.0
10/24/2018
Don't even know where to begin, they were amazing!! My wedding was on October 6, 2018 and we had Andrew Blake Band as our live band at our reception. The atmosphere they provide is just awesome! The dance floor was packed all night. The servers at the venue said they have never seen the floor that packed at a wedding. The were personal and came onto the dance floor and sang, dance and played instruments including everyone. After the wedding I received numerous compliments saying that was the best wedding band they have ever seen! I had family members and friends state how they've never seen some people dance and that that person never left the dance floor that night.I have been to a lot of weddings in the past and can say that they truly were the best and it be a mistake for others not to book them! They were easy to work with throughout the whole process. Cant give enough praise on how well everything went with them and wish I could relive it! Thank you so much Andrew Blake Band!! GO BOOK THEM NOW!!
response 10/24/2018
WOW! Kerry!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. I a...
m so happy you found us on The Knot, and we were able to be a part of your reception. You guys were such a pleasure to work with and your dance floor was definitely off the chain! I hope we can do it again some day for one of your anniversary parties. I wish you both a lifetime of health and happiness.
Geoffrey S
5.0
10/16/2018
This band was amazing! The dance floor was never empty. The songs were spot-on and the performers had so much fun! Highly recommend. You won’t be disappointed!
Brother of the bride.
Emilie K
5.0
10/15/2018
Andrew Blake band was without a doubt the best part of our reception. I looked all over for the perfect band and I found what I was looking for. Everyone keeps telling me how amazing they were. The dance floor was packed the whole night. Andrew was great to work with and played all my requests. I 100% recommended them for your party!!
Thank you so much guys!
response 10/16/2018
Thank you Emilie! We loved meeting you guys and had such a good time performing for all y...
our friends and family at one of the coolest outdoor weddings we have ever done. So much fun! See you for your 10 year anniversary bash!
Phil R
5.0
10/09/2018
Andrews band is simply amazing! There’s not a song out there they can’t do and rock it like no other! Can’t say enough good things. Total professional in every way to work with as well.
response 10/16/2018
Anything for you guys! Let me know when you want to do a Marco Island celebration on the ...
beach! I think that should be the next Phil and Carol extravaganza!
Amy R
5.0
9/23/2018
We couldn't be happier with the Andrew Blake Band and how special they made our wedding reception. I got so many compliments on how it was the best reception ever and that is largely due to the Andrew Blake Band. They were so easy to work with prior to the wedding as well as the day of. Andrew did a fantastic job of keeping the entire night on schedule and was a great MC. The dinner music was perfect and lighting beautiful. The band couldn't have been more fun! It was super special when the horn section played in the crowd on the dance floor. Worth every penny. Don't hesitate... book the Andrew Blake Band!!!
response 10/16/2018
Thanks Amy! You guys couldn't have been any sweeter to work with. It was great getting t...
o know you guys and your families. I hope someday we get to hear that singing voice of yours we have heard so much. Keep in touch!
Todd M
5.0
8/27/2018
The Andrew Blake Band played our wedding on June 16, 2018, this was the BEST decision that we made in planning our wedding. The Band came in and blew our guests away! EVERYONE that attended commented on the excellence of the band and the fun that was had. They had our entire reception on the dance floor for the entire night. We paid for the brass section and it didn't disappoint. What a talented group of musicians! This band was worth every penny and I will hire them again in the future for any other event that may come up (Corporate event, Private party). Andrew was incredibly helpful with use of his Audio/Visual equipment, and he also did an amazing job as our MC and host. Andrew even had the band learn our song and allowed me to come on stage and sing to my bride, INCREDIBLE! When I originally asked if it would be possible, he encouraged me and mentioned that if I had any other talented folks who would like to do a number with the band, he would be happy to accomodate. Definitely, a one of a kind experience. The YouTube videos don't do the Andrew Blake Band justice. I highly recommend this band. I know this review sounds like I'm related, alas, but no. I will give Andrew permission to use my name and number as a reference if you would like to discuss this further.
response 10/16/2018
Thanks for such an amazing review Tom, and thank you so much for your generosity. Your fa...
mily and friends were a blast! When you got up and sang with the band, EPIC!! You sounded just like him. It was great meeting you guys and I am thrilled you are so happy with your result. Keep in touch!
Matt B
5.0
8/27/2018
You must hire Andrew Blake Band for your wedding! We had the absolute pleasure of having Andrew Blake Band play at our wedding this past Saturday. From the moment I emailed Andrew, I was very impressed with his professionalism and passion for music. We went to see one of ABB's shows, and we were sold within the first 5 minutes. Andrew personally was so easy to work with; he included planning forms that made it so simple to plan an awesome wedding! When the day finally arrived, Andrew and his band kept almost ALL 260 of our guests on the dance floor all night. From our entire group of friends, or parents friends, our families (including 90+ year olds); all were having a great time. Any time we walked by guests, they RAVED about Andrew Blake Band. ABB made our wedding the best wedding that many of our guests have ever been to! We are so so happy to have had the pleasure to work with Andrew Blake Band and we look forward to seeing some more of their shows in the future as a married couple.
Thanks Andrew Blake Band!
Laura W
5.0
7/20/2018
Look no further! Choosing the Andrew Blake Band for our wedding was hands down one of the best (and easiest!) decisions. Andrew was great to work with leading up to the wedding - very responsive to emails and accommodated all of our song requests (including trimming down the formal dance songs to be shorter).
All of our guests absolutely raved about the band all night long, and are still talking about it a week later! Great music and energy that kept the dance floor packed.
THANK YOU ABB!
response 10/16/2018
What can I say about this wedding..... I feel truly honored to have been a part of your un...
believable wedding reception in Lake Geneva. I am so happy you found us and we were able to get to know you guys. I can't say enough nice things about your friends and family.....Your dad is by far one of the coolest "Father of the Brides" I have ever had. Please keep in touch!
Lauren S
5.0
6/26/2018
Andrew Blake’s Band really was the best ever! They made our dance floor completely full and performed our custom first dance song with perfection. We are so grateful to know Andrew and have his talent be a part of our special day!
Shawna S
5.0
3/19/2018
Hi Andrew,
It has been a couple of weeks since our February 24th wedding and I can not thank you and your band enough for such an amazing night! As a bride, you worry that you will spend too much time worrying about details and not enough time enjoying your own party. As a music fan, you worry about cheesy wedding songs and obnoxious DJ’s. Well, neither of these two were the case!!! I had a blast the entire evening and you and your band had everything to do with that. The sound was amazing and the band had an overall professional and fun presence. Our guests still can’t stop talking about how much they loved you guys. You truly made our reception a very special evening that will be remembered for years to come which is what every couple hopes for when they decide to have that extra something that a live band brings to a wedding. I also want to thank you for your song choices. I was a little worried in my own selection of songs, concerned that I was leaving people out. I was so happy to see many of my aunts and uncles out dancing to songs I would not have thought of, but it just goes to show that if you trust professionals to do their craft it will all work out. The horns rocked and added a great touch as did your female vocalist! I appreciate the way you helped us get from start to finish seamlessly. The crowd also loved having our young friend sit in on the drums so I thank you for that as well as it added a special touch to the evening.
I imagine being in the "Wedding business" can be difficult but you truly made it such a special evening for us.
Thank you again,
Shawna and Jake Truty
Kasey W
5.0
2/05/2018
"Wow, the best ever!" is absolutely right! From start to finish, Andrew was truly wonderful to work with. He was an excellent communicator, which is BIG. The Andrew Blake Band WOWed the crowd and, of course, myself (the bride) and my husband. It's nice to write "husband." Ha. Ha. I should mention that we had Eddie as a pianist for our ceremony and he was EXCEPTIONAL! He was even able to learn at least one song pretty last-minute. "Jubel" by Klingande. It sounded amazing! He played this song after we were announced husband and wife and kissed. It was perfect for walking down the aisle together. I LOVED everything about Eddie and am soooo happy we chose to have a live pianist for our ceremony. A beautiful addition. Ok, back to Andrew. Truly just couldn't' have asked for anyone better. The band performed our first dance song perfectly and this was important because it was choreographed. I just can't get over how amazing the vocals were on all of the songs. We went with the 9-piece band. Having the bigger band is definitely worth it...added vocals and the HORNS! We were even surprised at the very end of the night when the three horn players came down onto the dance floor to play. AWESOME! Just a magical night that I know I will never ever forget! Now, if only the Andrew Blake Band stays strong for ten more years...we would definitely have them play for us again at our 10-year anniversary party. I really can't say enough POSITIVE things about them. Spend money on your entertainment for sure because it is so worth it in the end. Everyone, and I do mean everyone, said the band was really REALLY good. That's always good to hear from your guests. My mom's brother is in a band and he was impressed. I know some guests even said that they thought it was the real artist singing a song, as in the songs were recorded. If that isn't a compliment to the vocalists, then I don't know what is. The range the vocalists could do was beyond words. The band made the night the best it could be. The dance floor seemed a little too small because everyone wanted to DANCE! We even had our three dogs with us towards the end of the night and I think the band really got a kick out of that. They played "Who Let The Dogs Out" for just a few seconds and it was pretty funny. Close to five months later and this night is still being talked about. I just can't believe how fast the night went. I wish I remembered all of the songs the band was able to play. I had a pretty strict list of songs (for more like a half a dozen weddings) that I preferred and, for the most part, the band stuck to those songs. I know I am not the easiest to work with because I am very particular about details (big and small), but Andrew was able to make me happy. Having the DJ play songs during the band breaks was great because that way I was able to get in some of the songs that I know the band couldn't play, like "World, Hold On" by Bob Sinclar, which is one of my favorite songs. I had the best time and the photos and videos prove just that. I am ALWAYS smiling and laughing and that is what I wanted my wedding night to be all about. I just wish it didn't all go by so fast. Everyone always tells you that it does, and, well, it does. We would have paid more (a lot more) to have the band keep playing after midnight. THANK YOU Andrew and Eddie and the rest of the band. I could go on and on, but I am just incredibly impressed by everything that you did to make my night so perfect. THANK YOU again. WOW!!!
response 10/24/2018
Thank you Kasey for taking the time to leave this beautiful review. It was so great getti...
ng to know you guys and performing for your family and friends. You were wonderful to work with and I hope you will have us back for your 10 year anniversary celebration! I wish you a lifetime of happiness!
Heather L
5.0
10/17/2017
The Andrew Blake Band was absolutely fantastic!! I would highly recommend them!!!! The band is so talented and full of energy, which made the wedding evening a blast! Andrew and the band were soooo easy and enjoyable to work with. They even learned a custom intro song for us, which they perfected! I cannot compliment and recommend
them enough!!!
Don't miss out on your opportunity to have The Andrew Blake Band for your wedding!
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