Connexion Band

Truly fantastic! Connexion was so easy to work with, so kind, and made our wedding and dance floor so much fun! We couldn't recommend them enough.

Unstoppable energy and dedication: a wedding band like no other! Our wedding reception was a night to remember, not only for the celebration of love but also for the incredible perseverance and talent of our wedding band. Despite facing a tornado and sudden power outage, the band from Connexion rose to the occasion. As the night went on they figured out how to plug in their speaker to a truck giving us music all night long. I cannot recommend them enough! Ray is also such a pleasure to work with, and took any stress away. You will be in great hands if you hire them!

Our wedding would not have been as amazing had we not gone with Connexion Band. They played at my cousin and my sister’s weddings so I knew they were excellent. But, didn’t realize just how wonderful until our wedding. During the entire process, Ray was extremely easy to work with and very accommodating, they even let my dad sing some songs with them, he was in a wedding band most of his life and he thought they were excellent as well and loved singing with them! I have gotten so many compliments and people asking for the bands name since our wedding. We chose to trust the band with the playlist and not veto or choose any songs and the dance floor was crowded all night. It was truly amazing, they even kept playing until 5 minutes after the agreed upon time, we loved that they helped us keep the party going, it was so fun!! Connexion band is full of members that are extremely talented, high energy, and ready to put on a great show. They also provided a guitarist for our ceremony and it really helped to add a special touch and was so beautiful.

We are so lucky to have worked with Ray and the Connexion Band for our wedding. My brother had booked them for his wedding and when planning my wedding, I knew we had to book them again. We have gotten SO many compliments about how much fun everyone had and how AMAZING the band sounded (I even had a family member get a stress fracture from dancing so much). Our wedding started late and went until 2 AM, and by 2 AM people did not want to leave/asking to keep going. They also worked with us and played all the songs I had asked for and let me create a playlist to play for dinner/dance breaks/late night. They were so flexible, collaborative. If you were like me and nervous if your guests will be on the dancefloor/want to stay the whole night, then do not hesitate to hire the Connexion Band, I promise, they are worth it!

Can we give Connexion Band more than 5 stars?! Ray and this band of seasoned, talented singers and musicians who have been together for years provided the best music and dance experience! We hoped for a packed Dance floor at our daughter’s wedding and Connexion delivered performances that kept the dance floor full of dancing, singing, pure joy! They learned a special song for us, they honored our requested songs and they performed songs that fit the vibe! They say they perform songs “note for note” and it’s true! Ray mc’d when needed and was so easygoing to work with throughout the year of planning! Hire this band if you want to dance all night, even longer because yes, the guests chanted “one more song” and they played an encore! At a wedding reception! That was a first for us to experience! We are still hearing from our guests… “A-plus”, “the band kept everyone involved”, “it was like a concert”, “they know so many songs”, “is that the new Dua Lipa song”, “so many amazing singers”. I have never felt so strongly about a review….Connexion Band is 5 star plus! Thank you.

The Connexion Band will absolutely make your event the talk of the town! We had seen them perform a few times at a fundraiser dinner, so we knew they were good, and therefore had high expectations for them going into our wedding day…they blew through those expectations and made our wedding day absolutely perfect! From the moment we began working with Ray, Connexion was completely focused on making our reception memorable and personalized! The dance floor was so packed, we asked them to play an additional 30 minutes past their set list. Ray, and the entire band, were flexible with every request we had for them (including traveling from Chicago to Columbus), and made planning our reception so easy. You and your guests will not be disappointed if you book the Connexion Band for your event!

We had our wedding 5/20/23 with Connexion Band and they were amazing! They played a great mix of oldies and new music to get everyone on the dance floor. Ray was great to work with- super easy! Our guests could not leave the dance floor 10/10 recommend!

A great band! We received nothing but compliments on how good the band was all evening. Surprisingly reasonably priced for the size of the group compared to other bands in the area. We did have some musical requests such as needing a pianist for our first dance they weren't able to provide despite their two keyboardists, but were very easy to work with to provide a workaround and still learned all requested pieces for the other instruments.

The connexion band was absolutely amazing!!! The communication with Ray throughout the planning process was so easy. Then on our wedding day, they were SO fun! The dance floor was completely packed the entire night. Highly recommend connexion band for your wedding!!

We hired Connexion Band for our wedding a few weeks ago in December '22. They were AMAZING! Our guests never left the dance floor. We keep getting compliments weeks after about how great our band was. Everyone told us how FUN the wedding was... I know that was due to Connexion. I had never been to a wedding where the guests chanted "encore" but Connexion was just THAT good.

This band is absolutely amazing! We hired them for our wedding and it was definitely one of (if not) the best decisions we made. Not only are the musicians phenomenal, but Ray is awesome to work with. He is extremely responsive and professional, he let us preview the band before we hired them and we got to watch how he monitors the crowd to determine which songs the band will play next to keep people on the dance floor. We also got to select all of the songs we wanted to hear, which was great to make sure the music fit our style. Our guests actually loved them so much they were asking Ray for their business card and still tell us today how great the music was and how it was one of the best weddings they've ever been to. I would highly recommend and use them again, this band truly made our wedding something to remember!

We have nothing but the ABSOLUTE best words to say about Ray and the Connexion Band!! They are the best we have seen and had our dance floor absolutley packed all night long! We wish we could have had them play all night ! Not to mention, the MC for the night made me feel so at ease and helped to carry out our time line seamlessly. Highly recommend this band for your wedding, your will not be dissapointed! Not only did they make our night unforgettable, but Ray was quick and so easy to speak with for the entire process!

If you're looking for a wedding band, look no further! Connexion has the energy, the talent, and the know-how to keep your dance floor packed all night long. We had many guests come up to us saying that this was the best wedding band they had seen. Ray was also great leading up to the wedding, answering our many questions and helping us figure out things like ceremony audio and background music. Connexion has you covered and will make your event a night to remember!

We were truly blown away by how amazing the Connexion Band was at our June 2022 wedding. Our dance floor was absolutely PACKED all night, and Ray and his band really brought the energy! Many times I thought they were playing the music from a recording, when really the band was just THAT GOOD. I had multiple people tell me afterwards that this was the best band they had ever seen at a wedding. Ray was extremely pleasant and easy to work with, and they are flexible with any and all songs you want played. Can't recommend them enough!

This is the email I sent to Ray after my wedding to thank the band! They are all so talented and I am so happy I was able to book them for my wedding!! “ Dear Ray, We had to send an email to rave about your band. First of all, thank you for being so responsive and easy to work with throughout the planning process. You really made everything so smooth and stress-free, you were very reliable, and I knew I could trust you with the last minute changes. Second of all, I have never had so much fun at a wedding in my life (granted I am a little biased). Your band had EVERYONE (old and young) on the dance floor from start to finish! Even during intermission, people were STILL on the dance floor waiting for the band to come back! Third- the vocalists and musicians were fantastic! We were blown away by the range of talents, and loved how they alternated lead singers for different songs. From the rapping to the ballads, the Connexion band covered it all! Fourth- We loved the songs that the band played! We appreciated the mix of old and new! I can't tell you how many people have also complimented the band. We have been receiving texts/phone calls from people asking the name of your band and how we found you guys (we originally saw your band at Ashley Swanson's wedding and knew we had to have you for ours). Last- We honestly cannot thank you and all the members of the band enough. You made the day so special and one we will always think back on and smile about.”

I could not have asked for a better band to perform at our wedding. They were amazing and the amount of compliments that we received from our guest has been unreal. They are truly the best and I would highly recommend them for your wedding!!!

Connexion Band brought the party to our wedding. We had a wide range of guest ages (teens to 90) and we were worried the music would be skewed one way or other. But Connexion performed a great variety of songs, and everyone of all ages was dancing all night. I don't think I've ever seen a dance floor so full for the entire wedding. Ray was wonderful to work with prior to the event, great communication and follow up. He responded quickly to my million emails and phone calls. The band played the songs we requested and filled in the rest, and we cannot recommend them highly enough. The band was a surprise for my dad, and he teared up when he saw them perform. Best part ever.

Fantastic band for any event! We booked Connexion for our wedding and could not be happier. They sounded great all night long! The 9 piece band had a full sound and kept guests on the dance floor. Truly professional and awesome sound!

We hired the Connexion band for our wedding this August and it was the BEST decision. The band really lit up the evening with their lively spirits and choice of music. Their voices were not only impressive but the variety of genres they could sing was very remarkable. Their leader Ray was very helpful and responsive to our specific needs. He gladly set up speakers on our second floor dinner space for our dinner music. He accommodated our request for “tropical” themed dinner music as well. The band gladly embraced our tropical theme and wore flower leis like the rest of the guests. Overall they were a joy to work with and we loved listening to them. We still are receiving compliments from guests, “The band was great!” 10/10 recommend if you want your music and reception to be a night to remember!

The Connexion Band performed at our wedding in September 2019 - it's December and we're still getting compliments on how great the band was! They were professional, polished, energetic, and they sounded amazing! They cover a wide range of musical genres and know how to plan out a set list that really keeps people dancing all night. The band manager, Ray, was great to work with and all our special requests were accommodated. We would hire them again in a heartbeat!

You should hire this band for your wedding!! We went to listen to numerous bands at other people’s weddings and none impressed us as much as Connexion. They provide so many pieces at such an affordable price! They had our dance floor rocking all night long and people kept complimenting us on how amazing the band was. All of this was helped by the fact that Ray was great to work with. He started communicating with us almost a year out from the wedding as we started to discuss song selection. As the wedding day got closer, we nailed down a timeline for the entire evening and Ray and his MC made sure the evening went smoothly. One of our friends left the wedding asking if he could hire Connexion for his upcoming wedding in NYC because he thought they were so fantastic!

The Connexion Band was so amazing I'm not sure where to begin. The thing that comes to mind first was how crowded the dance floor was all night. Myself, being the bride, only left the dance floor once (to go eat cake). The songs and energy make it impossible to leave. We had guests the night of, and still one month later, asking who the band was. Throughout the planning process Ray was nothing but pleasant to work with, was very responsive and flexible as plans would change throughout. Hiring this band was one of our best decisions of the wedding!

They know how to keep the party going! They are all extremely talented it’s hard to tell if it’s the dj or the singers because the singers sound just like the artists! They will make your reception a blast!!

All 240 people at our wedding RAVED about the band! I’ve never seen a a dance this packed ALL night! They are professional, engertic and overall wonderful!! THANK YOU!!

We cannot say enough good things about the Connexion Band. We are so happy we chose them to be a part of our special day. Ray was so organized and helped us throughout the entire planning process. They allowed us to choose a few special songs and also helped us with a grand wedding party entrance. They also were reasonably priced and fit with our budget. The performances were amazing from start to finish. One of my biggest wishes for the wedding day was to have everyone on the dance floor and they made that wish come true. Our guests are still raving about the band. I'd choose Connexion over again and again.

The Connection Band played at our wedding reception in December 2017. We thoroughly enjoyed their music and received many compliments on the band, even long after the event. They customized a playlist for our preferred style made up of a combination of requests and their picks that fit well. They have an extensive repertoire and would be able to do that for many genres and tastes. They even played a song I asked for that was not on their regular list. They also provided a solo keyboard player to provide background music during dinner. The electricity went out at our reception just before the band was to go on stage and they were prepared to go without electronics if needed (the power came back on). They provide good value for the number and quality of musicians at their price. The band leader Ray is friendly. And the Connexion Band provided entertainment to celebrate the reason we were there without making themselves the focus or using our event to promote themselves.

If you want your guest to stay on the dance floor and yell for more at the end of the night then this is the band for you!!! I had so much fun working with this band and our dance floor was full the entire night. They entire band is so sweet and really got our guest partying. Can't say enough good things about them!!

Having a live band was one of the best wedding choices we made, and Connexion was outstanding! Their price is a bargain especially for the number of members/instruments. They did a great job of mixing songs and keeping the party going all night.

We recently had the Connexion Band for our wedding and they were WONDERFUL! We were referred to them from other family friends who spoke highly of their performance. Ray was great to work with, very easy to contact with quick responses! He was accommodating to all our questions and suggestions. We were even able to come and view the band prior to booking to make sure it was a good fit. Not to mention they were very reasonably priced and we are so happy to have found them after much searching. The band kept our dance floor busy the entire night! They had a large variety of songs to choose from and played all our favorites. I can't speak highly enough about all the band members, their performance was great! Especially the DJ who was so helpful in orchestrating all the important dances, speeches and announcements. We had so many guests complimenting us on how much they enjoyed the band and we are so happy with how it turned out. We highly recommend Connextion Band to anyone looking to have a great party for their wedding! Thank you to Connextion for being a highlight of our day!

We used Connexion for a wedding June 9th 2018, and they were fabulous. From working with them to figure the music and timeline out to the night off the event they were incredible to work with and helped us make it the great evening it was. We used them for the ceremony and the flutist and keyboard player were wonderful. I highly recommend them for your event!!!

The band did an AWESOME job for our wedding! They're a 9 piece group, which gives them so much flexibility in what they can do. We wanted a song they didn't know for our song, and they learned it BEAUTIFULLY in just about 1 month. All of our guests commented on how great they were, and they provided entertainment for those who didn't want to join in the dancing. We really can't recommend them enough to anyone and everyone!

Ray and the entire Connextion band were wonderful! They are true professionals who not only helped entertain our guests, but also ensured our entire wedding (from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception) flowed as it should. We had multiple guests comment on how much fun they had, and we truly have the Connexion Band to thank for that! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for event entertainment.

Ray and the Connexion band were the centerpiece of an EPIC wedding day for us on 11/4/17. They were extremely responsive through the whole process and willing to learn and adjust a few songs that meant a lot to us. The fact that they had 9 members left the crowd in awe of the range of genres....rock, country, rap, Top 40, oldies, and BRAND new songs (think 'Feels' by Calvin Harris'). The dance floor was ABSOLUTELY packed the entire night and every song was as though the original artist was singing. They were interactive with the crowd and we had more than a handful of guests say they were the best wedding band they had ever heard! I couldn't agree more, their energy, passion, talent, and genuine excitement to be playing our wedding was unmatched and made it the best day of our lives. I would and have recommended them to anybody who is discussing bands! Thank you Ray and Connexion Band for all the hard work, we will never forget that night!

Incredible! Our guests are still talking about how amazing The Connexion Band was at our wedding. They had everyone on the dance floor and played an awesome variety of songs. The MC was great and kept the events of the night flowing seamlessly. Ray was so responsive to email, which made the entertainment planning process stress free. The value for the quality is unbeatable. You won't regret booking them!

We cannot stop talking about Connexion Band! They played at several of our friends' weddings in the past and were absolutely outstanding, so when it was time for us to plan our wedding, it was a no brainer for us to hire them! Ray was incredibly helpful and communicative in the planning process, and everything went seamlessly on the big day. The band is truly comprised of so much talent! Having live music honestly made our wedding day extra special. The dance floor was packed all night because of them and we've had so many compliments about the music! We would absolutely recommend Connexion Band to any couple in the Chicagoland area!

We could not have been happier with choosing the Connexions as the band for our wedding. Ray was very responsive to emails and receptive to our music requests. He sent out a questionnaire to us prior to the wedding about reception details which helped us know what to expect on the day of the wedding and ease our stress. The music was phenomenal and we have never seen a dance floor that packed for the entire night. They played a wide variety of music and were so talented. Even guests who couldn’t dance loved just being able to listen to them perform. We have already been asked several times by other couples who our band was so they can have them at their wedding. Having The Connexions as our wedding band truly made our night so memorable and special.

Absolutely awesome value for a wedding band in Chicago. We got top talent and performance without breaking the bank. Their staff was always willing to accommodate our questions and preferences. We used their band to have a Jazz Trio during cocktail hour. Their MC hosted the night perfectly. We couldn't have hoped for a better band. Thanks Connexion!

I cannot say enough about the Connexion Band! They were the best part of our wedding. We got so many compliments on them and how fun they made our reception. They were able to do a wonderful mix of DJ songs through dinner and special requests for first dances, to live versions of our favorite songs. They have a huge repertoire that they work with and allow you to choose some songs that are 'must haves' and then feel the crowd to select songs they think will bring people to the dance floor, and our dance floor was packed the entire night! They are a steal for the quality of the music and fun they give a wedding!

Connexion Band was referred to us from a co-worker. We booked them for our May 13, 2017 wedding at Trump Hotel Chicago. They were unbelievable. There were 4 singers so it was non-stop through the whole reception. The music genres are diverse...rock, pop, country, easy listening, the classics and top 40. The ceremony and cocktail/happy hour musicians are additional. We opted only for the ceremony pianist. I was a little preoccupied but I didn't hear any negative comments so I think everything was great. I was disappointed that they didn't provide any audio equipment for the Reverend. Ray was very patient with us through the ceremony planning. Almost 2 months later and guests are still talking about our reception and the music. Bravo to the band!

KEPT US DANCING ALL NIGHT! We are still receiving compliments on the band! Hiring Connexion for our daughters wedding was one of the best decisions we made. The dance floor was never empty...As promised they delivered and then some. We had a wide range of ages and everyone danced! They are willing to play or learn almost any song. Ray was really easy to work with and on the day of they arrived extra early to set up well before any of our guests would arrive. They also provided great MC service for the introductions and speeches before taking over the dance floor for the evening. I would highly recommend them!

The Connexion Band did an amazing job at our wedding reception! They were recommended to us by a friend and did not disappoint. They have such a wide variety of songs they can play - current, oldies, wedding classics - and our guests of all ages had a great time dancing! Our guests were on the dance floor all night and we had guests coming up to us all night raving about how much they loved the band, the music played and the friendliness and professionalism of the band. Ray was excellent to work with as well, very responsive and organized. They were also very reasonable priced compared to other bands we looked into. We highly recommend Connexion!!!

They have performed at a couple of friends and family weddings, so we knew what we were getting - but they still blew us away! Very talented and incredibly entertaining. DO NOT HESITATE TO USE THIS BAND!

Booking Connexion Band was one of the best decisions we made in planning our wedding! Our wedding was a month ago and we are still getting compliments on how incredible our band was. Ray & his band handled all of our needs - from learning to play two of our first dance songs to comprising the perfect setlist with songs old and new to playing the cocktail hour music. The band is not only extremely talented and nailed the rendition of every song played throughout the evening, but they were SO much fun, which really made for the perfect dynamic in our ballroom. Our guests hardly left the dance floor! Thanks to everyone at Connexion Band!!

Connexion is the best wedding band out there! My brother-in-law had them at his wedding and when Greg and I got engaged, we immediately booked them. They make the dance floor come alive, especially with their rendition of "SHOUT!". Our dance floor was always packed and everyone commented on how good the band was! Connexion had guests dancing the whole night. We had an amazing time dancing to them at our wedding. My future brother-in-law has also booked this band for his wedding and we can't wait to hear them again!

After seeing the Connexion band play at several family weddings, we knew we had to have them at our reception! They were the first vendor we booked, and they were great to work with the entire planning process. They have an awesome song list (everything you want to dance to at a wedding), and they are great a managing the flow of the party. Once we booked them, I didn't worry about any minor details because they are the biggest hit with guests at every wedding we've seen them at. I knew our night was in great hands, and they did not disappoint! We also added on cocktail hour music from the band's pianist at the last minute, and they were great (and very accommodating to work with).

The Connexion Band absolutely killed it at our wedding reception! They were rocking great tunes all night long and the dance floor was overcrowded the entire night! Song after song, they had the crowd going. There was literally no down-time with them. Very entertaining! We couldn’t have been happier with our experience booking Connexion Band. Ray Z was very helpful and organized throughout the whole process. People haven’t stopped complimenting us about the awesome live band at our wedding. I would definitely recommend Connexion Band to anyone looking to have an exciting reception that sets you apart from your typical DJ!

What I'm about to say is a true story: I visited Chicago 5 years ago for a friend's wedding, which was the first and only time I had heard Connexion. They were so good that I took their business card and swore I would fly them to wherever my wedding would be held at some to be determined date in the future. Lo and behold, 6 years later -- after having re-located to Chicago for work -- I ended up getting married here. Once I popped the question, the first thing I did was call the band to get their availability. We scheduled our wedding on one of the only weekend's they had left for the summer of 2015. And it was well worth it. The band literally crushed it. Ray (the band manager) is incredibly responsive. The band has a knack for reading the room and they take good direction when it comes to the songs and the tone you want them to set. Just remember, there are only 3 things that make a wedding memorable: the band, the booze, and the bride. With Connexion, you'll be set on the first. John

We absolutely adored The Connexion Band for our May 2015 wedding reception. The 8-member band with fantastic male/female singers and excellent musicians played 3 amazing sets of mixed songs that kept everyone, especially us newlyweds, celebrating on the dance floor all night. The band manager Ray was very helpful throughout the logistical planning, song selection and special effects, including a photo slideshow projector. We liked The Connexion Band so much that whenever we are back in the Chicago area, we will want to find out if they are having another public viewing for us to attend and reminisce about the great time we had! Highly recommended!!

This is the best band money can buy! I heard them 5 years ago at my cousin's wedding and could not get myself off the dance floor. I knew that one day I had to have them at my wedding. I took my fiance to see them at another wedding and after one song he was sold! They have so many different singers and talents that they are able to play almost anything you want to hear! All the guests said that they have never heard a wedding band that good before! They keep complimenting their performance and asking where we found them! We are even having them again at another family members wedding next year! BEST WEDDING BAND ALIVE! EVERYONE MUST SUPPORT THEM!

AMAZING! We had Connexion play at our wedding and they were unbelievable. We had a range of ages at the wedding and all 170 guests were up and dancing all night long! I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for a band for a special occasion. They were flexible with requests from intros for the bridal party to the song list. I don't think I ever danced as hard as I did that night :) Thank you!!

We were really happy with the Connexion Band. They were very affordable compared to other bands & very talented. Many guests at our wedding commented on how great the band was. Ray was easy to work with along the way & played all the songs we requested for our wedding. We would definitely recommend this band!

We could not have imagined a better live band to play at our wedding! Ray and the members of the Connexion Band were unbelievably prepared and extremely entertaining. We had guests on the dance floor all night long, they did not want the band to stop playing! The communication leading up to the event was flawless and made for a fantastic evening! We highly recommend The Connexion Band!! All of the band members were professional and even danced with us during one of their breaks!! This band is amazing and so is their repertoire! If you are looking for a live band for your wedding, definitely contact Ray and the Connexion Band!!!

Our August 23rd wedding was a huge success, thanks to The Connexion Band!!! The band learned our first dance song and did a spectacular job. The pianist during cocktail hour and dinner was the perfect addition to the ambiance we wanted and once the dancing started it didn't stop until the very end (and then some)! Our guests are still talking about how energetic and versatile the band was! We can't thank them enough or recommend them enough! Ray and the band made our reception and lively celebration that everyone is still talking about nearly 3 months later!

Because I'm still dealing with a headache of a photographer (2 years and still no wedding album!!!) I thought I'd finally take the time to compliment the vendors that made my wedding day everything I had hoped for. My husband and I used the Connexion Band for our wedding in September 2012, and to this day friends getting married are still talking about the band and asking who we used. I admit I was unsure about booking a band, since about half of our guests were "non-dancers," I figured I might save some money by using a DJ. Ultimately I was swayed by the fact that at least the non-dancing guests would have some entertainment and I'm so glad I changed my mind! The band put on a great show and entertained dancers and non-dancers alike all night. I've got so many great shots in my wedding video of people dancing and singing along to the music - the range of song selection was perfect - and I love that the videographers were able to use the actual band music from the night (instead of having to dub over it) cause it sounded so good! They even let my husband and I up onstage to sing along (okay, that part didn't sound quite as good as when they did it.) The band handled the announcements and introductions for the night and made sure the volume in the room was just right for speeches. I was also impressed by the fact that they were completely set up in the room before guests started entering. Our ceremony was right next door to the reception hall and we never once heard them during the ceremony. Thank you to Ray and the Connexion Band for making our reception a party!

Connexion band was an amazing band for our wedding!! They were fairly easy to work with and made the process pretty simple. On the wedding day, they far exceeded expectations and blew everyone away with their music!! They were able to get everyone on the dance floor for the entire time. We received a lot of positive feedback from guests saying it was one of the best bands! Everyone had amazing voices and they were able to play a variety of songs and genres. A great value and will exceed expectations!!