Chicago Catz

like the Chicago Catz are not inexpensive but it is the best money you will spend on your event. They make the party and do not disappoint. The vocals and musicians were just incredible. Our guests danced the entire night from the moment they walked into the room. Our guests didn’t want the night to end, young and old alike. You won’t regret having the Chicago Catz at your wedding and once you book them, you can sit back and relax knowing you are going to throw an amazing celebration because they ‘bring it’!

esting the information they needed to make sure the evening was a success, and accommodating in the songs/requests we had of them. During our wedding, they sounded incredible! The dance floor was consistently packed, and I saw family and friends who I never would have imagined dancing on the floor all night long. If you want a talented band who will entertain you and your guests all night long, then Chicago Catz are the choice for you!

ht the party to the dancefloor! We had wedding guests ALWAYS on the dancefloor and we still get compliments today on how fun our wedding band was. Richie, the main contact for the band, is amazing. He is extremely responsive, fair with pricing, and provides excellent support during the wedding process. He was so easy going and fun to work with! We cannot recommend the Chicago Catz enough! Thank you, Richie & Chicago Catz!

- they were so interactive and just plain talented. We'd book them again in a heartbeat.

s just for us and crushed it! Richie and team are a pleasure to work with: they are professional, flexible, and know how to put on an incredible show. I can’t imagine our wedding without the Catz and am thrilled to have found them. If you want to have the time of your life, look no further.

Catz are from Chicago, we arranged for them to come to Indianapolis. It was worth it! Our guests were mostly from the NY area, where there are a lot of good bands, but every single guest said the Catz were the best band they’d ever heard! The Catz were truly professional acting and sounding. They weren’t your typical wedding band. They were concert-worthy! In fact, one of our guests from Chicago went to hear them play at a local Chicago club after coming to our daughter’s wedding! From the moment the MC introduced himself, we knew the evening would be perfect. His demeanor and tone were the epitome of sophistication and class. And then the music started! People were surprised to realize the music played during dinner wasn’t pre-recorded, and it was just the right ambiance! After dinner, the dance floor exploded! The atmosphere was electric and the band just kept it coming the whole night. The father/daughter dance that we requested was an unusual song from a different genre, but the band knocked it out of the park and made the dance so joyous. In fact, we liked the Catz’ rendition better than the original! And the hora was so lively and authentic that no one could resist participating. Dancing to a great hora was something that was very important to us and the Catz exceeded our expectations! We believe the band makes the party and the Catz proved that 150 percent! Seeing all your guests (and the bride and groom) having the time of their lives on the dance floor is the most satisfying feeling you can have at your child's wedding. We’d seriously consider hiring the Chicago Catz again for our other children’s weddings down the road, even if that means flying them all the way to New Jersey!

layed a great mix of classic and modern songs. The vocalists were incredible. The band was phenomenal. Also working with Richie was really a pleasure. He had a great laid-back and accommodating disposition throughout the whole process. Can't recommend them enough!

or guest will never forget-hire the Chicago Catz!

ought they were phenomenal and recommend them to any future brides and grooms. You will not regret picking the catz for your next event!!

the dance floor all night having an absolute blast. Thank you to the Catz and we can't wait to use you for future events, so amazing!!!

and keep everyone dancing on the dance floor. Not only were they great performers, they were also an absolute dream to work with! We had to postpone our wedding twice due to covid and they were so accommodating the entire time. The week of the wedding we had a slight hiccup (my fault) and Richie and the Catz were understanding and immediately accommodated us. Don’t book another band- book the Catz!

for rehearsals. They accommodated all song requests which made the night awesome. I think by the end of the night at least 5 of our friends went up to them for their contact info so they could perform at their weddings in 2022! Cannot praise them enough, they made our day so special!

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was an absolute joy to work with. He was flexible, supportive, and just overall really great with the whole experience. We had our wedding this past April with 100 people, 50+ vaccinated in order to do so, and the Chicago Catz were the hit of the party. The entire energy of the room was alive and everyone was up dancing and singing right along. The best part of the entire night was the bands ability to work with my brother who has special needs. They let him play drums right along with them and included him. Five out of Five. I wouldn't hire any other band.

ing in 2020 that we had to cancel due to COVID, opting for a small ceremony in NC. They were every bit as responsive and accommodating during cancellation as during hiring. Highly recommend.

s is not always common with bands.....), they're flexible, and last but not least, they throw a killer dance party *every time*. I had to postpone my own wedding and Richie was very fast at communicating our options and explained that they have NO postponement fees. You can ask any band, they ALL imply fees, so that in of itself makes myself and my clients feel like they're being taken care of and are not going to end up with some insane bill post wedding. I appreciated Richie's eagerness to look into other dates to make sure we could secure a future date that works for all the vendor team. Every time I've worked with Chicago Catz, the musicians have a lot of energy, they dance and sing and interact with guests [from afar] and they have really fun transitions between songs. The only time we see a break on the dance floor is when the band takes their break, but that's not a bad thing so everyone can refresh, grab a drink, catch their breathe and head back shortly after. I look forward to continuing working with Richie & the Catz not only for my wedding, but for all of our weddings that are coming up this year! Thanks Richie & Chicago Catz for being so wonderful!!! -Danielle & Phil

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traditional sit down meal. We loved that the singers joined the dance floor to keep the party going. They had the best energy. My husband surprised me with a song he played on stage with the band members. He was so appreciative of Richie working with him to make this happen.

our friends and family let us know that the band was amazing. We couldn't recommend them more!

and keep them there all night. We heard the Catz at a wedding several years ago, and took their card. We knew that someday, when our son got married, we were going to hire that band. Their music is phenomenal – a mix of Motown, funk and contemporary – and so fun to dance to and sing along with. The musicians are the best in Chicago, and the vocalists are incredible. One of them appeared as a contestant on The Voice. Richie Davis, the bandleader, is a pleasure to work with. He is extremely quick to respond to questions in emails and phone calls, and gives great advice. Richie will listen to what you want – we wanted a few slow songs – and he will suggest the perfect ones, from old standards to the latest top hits. I've lost count of the number of guests at our son's wedding who told me that the Chicago Catz was the best wedding band they've ever heard. Those included several people who recently got married and had hired other bands! I also had a friend thank me for hiring the Catz, because her husband NEVER dances at a wedding, and he danced nonstop at ours. There is no higher praise than that. The key to a great party is a high energy band which gets people out of their seats onto the dance floor, and keeps them there. Richie Davis and his crew of Chicago Catz are that band. If they are booked on the date you want to plan your party, then you'll have to change your date!

Richie was so kind and easy to work with and very professional. SO glad we had the Catz at our wedding over any other band!!

responds quickly to all emails and calls. We had such a fun time planning with them and they played great music all night that kept our dance floor packed all night! Our guests keep talking about how great they were! My family loved them so much, my sister hired them immediately when she got engaged! We can't wait to celebrate with them again!

ing. We even were able come see the band at someone else's wedding prior to booking. My foreign family members continually mentioned feeling like they were at a concert! They played a great selection and we were all siging along.

packed. Richie was responsive and detail oriented. Plus he was really good at navigating my “what if” worries (I am an excellent worrier). I can’t give them enough stars. Thank you to Richie and the Chicago Catz for helping to make my wedding perfect.

c job of getting the crowd into it. Horn section blew me away! Can't miss with these guys (and gals)!

sponse they were receiving from the crowd. After deciding (that evening) to go with the Catz, working with Richie was fantastic; he might have been the most responsive and easygoing vendor throughout the whole wedding planning process. Richie was always available to speak on the phone and quick to answer any email. He met with us a number of times and worked with us to ensure we were comfortable. Our wedding was beautiful but I have to say, without a doubt, The Catz made the party happen. The dance floor was packed the entire time...from Grandma to the youngest invitee...everyone was dancing and have a great time. I'll also state that Richie learned (and absolutely perfected!) our first dance as well as Mother/Groom. Finally, I am a very cautious and skeptical person; I can say without a doubt, that Richie and The Catz are the real deal. If you want to stop worrying about a crucial part of your wedding...hire Richie and The Catz. The music quality is better than most live concerts and it is important to understand you are hiring a real band to play live...not some actors who uses prerecorded music and dance on stage with instruments. If you appreciate music and believe a live band is one of the most important aspects of the reception...hire Richie and The Catz.

ople begging for more. The dance floor was filled constantly. Fabulous singers, truly accomplished band members, and the leading hand of Richie Davis. As for repertoire, there was nothing they couldn't play as well or better than the original. A fabulous send-off for our daughter and new son-in-law. We recommend the Catz without reservation.

of songs and many genres as well. We are repeat, satisfied customers! If you want it played right, call the Chicago Catz tonight! All the best in 2020! 2019 Allianz Holiday party with the Catz - Offshore Rooftop at Navy Pier! Fun Fun Fun

truly would not have been the same without them. I can't say enough good things about the Catz!

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n was very important to us and nothing beats live music. We gave the Catz a rough idea of the kinds of music we were looking for and let them take it from there. From there, they were able to feed off the crowd and do what they do best, entertain! They were very easy to work with and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to entertain their guests. The best endorsements come from our guests young and old alike who still remind us of how much they enjoyed the Catz. Thanks Chicago Catz for making our wedding so memorable!

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!

ur guests home covered in sweat. The Chicago Catz delivered this, and more. The feedback we got from our families and guests was unanimous: The Chicago Catz are the best wedding band we've ever seen, hands down. They were the highlight of an incredible night. I can't fit all the great things I have to say about the band into this review. From booking, communication leading up to the event, to the incredible party and energy they brought to our wedding, Richie and the rest of the gang were absolutely fantastic. Richie was a pleasure to work with. He was always available to answer questions, offered to emcee our dinner, and made the entire process a breeze. They also learned a couple of songs for us (including our first dance by Anderson East, and the father daughter dance by Kenny Chesney-- they nailed both songs, even though they aren't the band's typical funky style). The band absolutely brought the house down. They played for 3 hours, and the dance floor was packed the entire time. So many people told me it felt more like a concert than a wedding. They brought non-stop energy and dancing, with an incredible song selection (Michael Jackson, Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder, Earth Wine & Fire...), outstanding musicianship, and 10+ musicians including horns and multiple singers. There were a handful of songs and moments that my friends still rave about months later. The Chicago Catz have made lifelong fans out of my wife and I, and we have no doubt that we'll be seeing them again at our friends weddings.

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.

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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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