Chicago Catz

o many compliments on them - they were the BEST!!! We can't recommend them enough!

team learned songs for us for the wedding and made the whole experience special and unique to us. They were SO easy to work with leading up to the wedding and super professional. We couldn't recommend them enough! The Chicago Catz will always hold a special place in our hearts!

ey even learned a few of our favorite songs for us. I would recommend them in a heartbeat!

orted out ahead of time to ensure the actual wedding night went extremely smoothly. We also had a lot of fun checking them out a few times leading up to our wedding at Nick’s Beer Garden. Overall, the Catz really brought the heat to our December wedding - we couldn't recommend them more!

Richie was a phenomenal emcee and was extremely communicative. 12/10 would recommend!

ng, we got a 3 hour session with an awesome band that went virtually non-stop. The reception was on cruise control from that point on, and everyone had a great time. If you want an energetic dance floor, this is your band. The musicians are incredible, the vocalists top notch.

onal songs for us to make our wedding so special! Everyone was on the dance floor the entire night. We still are getting compliments on our band to this day. Two of our friends have already booked them for their weddings! You’re in for an awesome night if you book the Chicago Catz for your wedding!

the success. They learned several special requested songs for us and did the songs justice. They played hit after hit (oldies and current) and the guests could not get enough. The dance floor was packed until we were kicked out of the room. Not only are they stellar musicians but they could not be more kind. There is no better band than the Chicago Catz and if you want to blow your guests away and have the wedding of your dreams, look no further than the Catz. WE LOVE CHICAGO CATZ!

hat the acoustics were going to be perfect. They played all night long- without stopping in between songs. Our guests are still raving about the band! The energy was amazing throughout the night. They handled the music for the ceremony, the cocktail hour, dinner and then the dancing. I wish I could do it again this weekend. One of our guests stood in front of the band and danced and sang solo all night long like she was at a concert. They are that great. Go see them at one of their preview nights. You'll hire them right away. I strongly suggest that you listen to the bands that you are choosing from, at an event where they are playing live. Some bands sound great online but they sound differently live. Enjoy your wedding!

how much energy they had throughout the evening. The Catz were super easy to work with from start to finish, and they were very accommodating of our timeline and requests (they even adapted a song based on a joke we made in an email, personalizing that song and causing me to have to run onto the dance floor). You can't go wrong choosing them for your wedding!

lled all night long, then Chicago Catz is your band! My sister-in-law booked them for her wedding in a July and I cannot wait to see them again!

t have public performances. The Catz aren't just a wedding band and regularly play at Nick's Beer Garden. They also have a few other public performances during the year, so we stopped by to see them and realized how incredibly talented they are. We signed them up the next day. From the beginning, working with the band leaders, Richie and Kevin (they also play in the band) was easy and they had tons of great tips to help us plan the big day. While the Catz are definitely strong in motown/funk (think Bruno Mars), they can do anything and everything well - Whitney Houston, Macklemore, Michael Jackson, even Queen! (They surprised me with playing my favorite song, "Don't Stop Me Now"). The entire night, our guests kept coming up to us asking where we found the Catz and what they were doing at our wedding. This I could understand, as one of the lead singers was Sandy Redd herself (from the Voice) and when she sang "Valerie", the entire house lost it. The Catz had the dance floor packed the entire night and were insanely energetic and fun. They even played "Shout" for us which was particularly memorable. The Catz were also excellent in acting as MC for the night with introducing each event, like speeches, and were incredibly professional. We got our hellos to all of our guests out of the way so we could spend all of our time dancing. The Catz made our wedding and it was something we'll never forget and are very grateful for.

can nail any song- they keep the ENTIRE room dancing the whole night. By far the best money spent, the best music and overall incredible memories thanks to them! Do yourself a favor- look no further- HIRE THIS BAND!

If you want a dance party, hire the Chicago Catz! In addition, Richie is pleasant, responsive, and professional to work with. He was a perfect emcee and kept things moving in a timely manner. I highly recommend them!!

essional and without question the most talented band we have seen. It is very easy to see how long this group has been playing and doing so together as they put on an electric show keeping the entire party on the dance floor throughout the night. Over a month post wedding, we still get people asking us who they were as they hadn't experienced anything like it at a wedding in the past. Picking a wedding band I feel is arguably the most important and memorable aspect of the wedding that will keep people talking and reminiscing for years to come. They are worth every penny and then some so don't make a mistake, and hire the CATZ!

and talent level that could not be found locally. The Catz effortlessly traveled to Park City and executed flawlessly. Our guests danced the night away & are still raving about the band. If you are looking for the best, hire the Chicago Catz. We can’t wait to have them back at another event soon & are so grateful for the love, energy & TALENT that they brought to our special day.

details that my planner and I missed. He works with you to get what you want for your wedding regardless of your budget. The only thing your wedding would be missing is the Catz. Excellent decision.

d such an amazing job!

y made the night!

to finish they were wonderful to work with. Prior to the wedding we had multiple conversations with our band lead (Kevin Smith) to discuss must-play and no-play songs. We talked about the vibe of the party, the venue, timelines. They were extremely easy to communicate with and made us feel like our night was in good hands. Unlike many bands that have a manager, we were talking directly to the person who was going to lead our night. This helped so much as were confident nothing was going to get lost in translation. They started off the night with our first dance song, father-daughter, and mother-son. They learned all three songs for us and did amazing renditions. One song was country, and they absolutely killed it. The range and creativity they have is extremely impressive. Once open dancing started, all guests rushed to the dancefloor and the band kept people there the entire night. They had tons of energy and owned the setlist playing hit after hit. They did a fantastic job observing what the guests were into and choosing the next songs based on that. Every guest was asking, “Where did you find this band? They are unreal!” You will not be disappointed with your decision to have The Chicago Catz at your big night.

nk them enough for how incredible they were and are hoping we get the chance to see them perform soon!

amless. Their presence, their energy and their talent, still has friends and family talking about "the best wedding band" they've heard. They all were a pleasure to work with and our dance floor will always be one to remember. Thank you Chicago Catz!

y. They learned to play the songs for our first dance and parents dances, and the live music made our dances all the more special. I can't imagine my wedding day without The Chicago Catz!

lm, efficient and easiest vendor to work with. They followed the lead of the dance floor and it was never empty! The music was fantastic and our guests are still talking about "that band you had" to this day. Look no further, The Chicago Catz is it!

was a virtuoso. Thanks for helping to make our daughter’s wedding memorable and fun!!

have never seen a dance floor fill up that quickly!!! And the dance floor was packed the whole night. They did such a good job mixing up the music to our taste, and there was never a dull moment. Richie was extremely responsive with emails and worked seamlessly with our wedding coordinator. We had multiple people coming up to us after the wedding asking where we found such an incredible band and how they have never seen the dance floor packed for the whole night at a wedding. As a bride, that is one of the best compliments you can receive! We will definitely be making the trip to Chicago to see them play in the future! Thanks Chicago Catz, you guys helped make our wedding one that none of our guests will forget!

r ceremony as well as learned a new song for us for our first dance. The band put on an incredible performance at the reception. Their setlist is so much fun. Our guests raved about them and some of our friends have booked them for their wedding since seeing them at ours. If you're looking to hire a band, look no further!

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uch fun! Kept everyone on the floor. Loved them!

veryone from our wedding was raving about the band. I had so many people tell me this was one of the best wedding bands they had ever seen. These artist love what they do, and you can see that when they are on stage performing. Richie, the band leader, came over to our house a few months before our wedding to just sit down and get to know us. He is such a wonderful man with the most fabulous stories about Chicago and music in general. After our meeting with him, I knew I was fully confident in picking the Catz to be with us on our big day. They truly went above and beyond for my husband and I, and I cannot thank them enough!!!! Trust me when I say THIS IS THE BAND YOU WANT FOR YOUR WEDDING!!!!!

rofessional . I recommend them without reservation - they are amazing.

had everyone dancing and having a good time. I barely remember stepping off the dance floor. They know how to throw a party!

sque music for the ceremony to jazz for the cocktail hour. For the reception we had the 12-piece ensemble and let me tell you - Chicago Catz knows how to throw an amazing party. They kept everyone on the dance floor the entire night, and many of our friends and family told us they were the best band they had ever seen. We agree! Thank you to Richie & the entire Chicago Catz crew - you guys are the best!

ettable party, I highly recommend the Catz. Richie was an amazing partner to work with during our planning process – incredibly professional and knowledgeable. He was always available via phone when we needed him, and made time to meet with us with his band leader to discuss all our needs before the wedding. He even made a site visit to our venue and did a detailed walk-through, coordinating directly with the venue staff to make sure the day went off without a hitch. Even with a complicated sound set up and an outdoor venue, Richie provided us with a plan A, B, and C so that we knew the party would be great no matter the weather. And the final result blew away all our expectations! Richie has brought together an amazing ensemble of talented musicians who truly love what they do – and are a whole lot of fun, too! Tony and the band kept the party going all night. With an amazing repertoire of songs and styles, the band caters to any person of any age – guests from 5 to 85 loved the music. They truly know how to play to the crowd – they would play crowd favorites when the dance floor got a little slow, and their medleys kept things interesting. The lovely Simbryt served as our MC and was a wonderful hostess, introducing speeches and providing a beautiful tribute to both set of parents, who’ve been married for over 40 years. Easy to work with and an amazing show – I don’t think we could have asked for anything more! In the words of the Chicago Catz, “ain’t nothin’ but a party!” Go book the Catz today!

on-time, they had a good M.C and can range from anywhere from Adele, to Whitney Houston, to Justin Timberlake, etc. It's amazing there sound, talent and range!! We got married on June 11th and we still constantly get compliments about how amazing the band was. Not to mention they got everyone on the dance floor, including my 92 year old grandma!! They really left a lasting impression and if you are thinking about a band, look no further and book the Chicago Catz!!!

us, playing New Orleans funk, classical jazz standards, and even coordinating with my sister, MOH, to surprise my husband and I with a 45 person flash mob! The band was so kind to let my sister sing a song with them and even have a rehearsal with her a couple days before the wedding. So many of our guests said our wedding was one of the best weddings they have been to - and much of that is owed to the Catz! Can't wait to see them play around Chicago! We could not be happier!

music. We went to see band after band and kept feeling like no one was right for us. After seeing them at a wedding, a friend recommended we take a look at Chicago Catz and we were BLOWN away! We exceeded our budget a little (but hey, I could cut costs in other areas to make sure everyone danced their tails off at our wedding). We have absolutely no regrets with choosing this band. We like them so much, we will be keeping our eyes out for when they play at Nick's in the coming months so we can go watch them again! To top it all off, our main contact, Richie was so easy to work with, and made sure to talk through all the details prior to the wedding to make sure everything went smooth the day of the wedding. Seriously hire them if you want an amazing band for your reception.

d fun band with a broad repertoire. They can play anything from The Temptations to The Rolling Stones to Prince to Michael Jackson to Mackelmore. From the very beginning the Catz were a joy to work with, especially Richie the bandleader. Richie was extremely professional and the most responsive of all of our vendors. He was also very helpful when we were narrowing down our song list and we enjoyed bouncing ideas off one another when working on the set lists. When the day finally came we couldn't have been happier with how things turned out. The Catz were AMAZING and kept the dance floor packed for three hours! My husband and I were having so much fun we may have left the dance floor for 10 minutes at the most. We cannot thank the Catz enough, especially Richie, for making the best day of our lives to date also the most fun and memorable. W are still receiving endless comments from our wedding guests about how wonderful the Catz were, especially that they were by far the best wedding band they'd ever heard. If you are considering booking a band for any occasion, you should look no further than the Catz. You won't find anything better, we promise.

s for us and executed them perfectly! They learned our first dance song, which we had choreographed our dance to, was spectacular. They played a mix of old and new, and had us dancing the ENTIRE time. That is not an exaggeration. When the party ended at midnight, the floor was still packed and our guests began chanting for one more song. It's been a month since our wedding and people are still asking us where we found them. I couldn't recommend them higher!

e dance floor. They were sweet, responsive to emails and accomodated our special song requests. Richie, the band leader even came through our receiving line which I thought was very kind. I highly highly recommend them! Phenomenal!