Your All-inclusive Wedding Band with DJ
$4,595 starting price
Wisconsin and Chicago area
Service area
Michael James Grassman
BAND LEADER / DJ
AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is an electric wedding band based in West Allis, WI. They are passionate about delivering an unforgettable performance that makes your wedding celebration a night to remember.
With drive and passion, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels have 20 years of industry experience behind them and are accompanied by the renowned DJ Mike J. He has been performing as a wedding DJ since 2008 and will help ensure the dance floor is full all night.
With Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, you have full control over the setlist, and they go above and beyond to tailor all the timing and details for you. They can assist with helping you with the running order of events for the night and can perform during your ceremony, dinner, and reception. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a band that not only brings high energy on stage but also takes care of all aspects of your entertainment needs, making them the perfect foundation for a great event.
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Instruments
Flute
Guitar
Keyboard
Mandolin
Percussion
Saxophone
Ukulele
Music Genres
Country
Dance
Disco
Hip-Hop
Pop
R&B
Rock
Music Services
Live Music
MC Services
Recorded Music
Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Reception
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Michael James GrassmanBand leader / DJMichael is a Milwaukee based multi-instrumentalist, performer, creator, instructor, sound/lighting engineer and also an event DJ. Dabbling in just about everything music, Michael is a staple in the Milwaukee music community from his 20 plus years as a performer and promoter.
- Nicolette ParadaLead VocalsNicolette is the newest member of DRS. Nicolette is our powerhouse singer with a soulful vibe, but also crushes the pop hits.
- Holly MarieLead vocalsHolly is an energetic lead singer that connects with her audience through her versatile vocals and wild stage energy. Having spent years with the band "Up All Night", Holly came to DRS with a high level of experience in performing high energy top 40 songs while also showing off her incredible range for Rock music, R&B, Country and hip-hop as well.
- Mark ChartreKeyboards, Saxophone, Vocals and FluteMark is the true wild card of the band. His abilities to perform so many vastly different instruments allows DRS to perform a wide variety of popular tunes for you to choose from. Mark has performed in the live music scene for over 25 years with countless bands, but lately in addition to DRS, you can catch Mark performing with the Prince Experience and the 80's tribute band 11. One Louder.
- Michael InloesGuitar and VocalsMichael is the true creative force in DRS. Michael brings all the different elements of DRS together to showcase our variety for our weddings and private events. Considered the nicest guy in the band, Michael is available for all of our clients to formulate their ideas into a real unique and designed performance for our couples and clients.
- Allen DixDrumsAllen is the latest addition to DRS. He came from a long time stint as drummer for "Up All Night" and now lays down the beats for DRS.
- Jason HellmanBassJason Hellman is the true workhorse of DRS. He'll be the one in the back laying down the end for the dancefloor, while also being the guy that can deliver on our production side to ensure you get a polished and unique show.
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.024 reviews
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Dirty Rotten Scoundrels received overwhelmingly positive feedback as a wedding band, admired for their professionalism, exceptional talent, and ability to keep the dance floor packed throughout the event. Reviewers were particularly impressed by their personalized shout-outs, diverse music selection, and the seamless coordination with the venue. The band leader, Mike, was commended for his communication, flexibility, and for ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for both the couple and their guests. Overall, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels comes highly recommended for anyone seeking a fun and energetic live music experience for their wedding or special event.Review photos
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Maggie S
5.0
2/02/2025
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels were absolutely phenomenal! We love live music and always knew we wanted a band to play at our wedding, but their performance, professionalism, and ability to keep the dance floor packed, exceeded all of our expectations. We had the pleasure to be able to see them play at some bars and festivals prior to our wedding and fell in love with their sound, variety of music (especially those classic punk-rock songs🤘) and overall stage presence. They made us feel very special by including some personalized shout-outs and dedicated songs to our friends and family as requested. From our first meeting, they were always prepared, on time and professional. Michael (DJ Mike) was an integral part of our wedding reception as he emceed the entire night. We never had to worry about our timeline as he coordinated with our venue and took care of all our sound needs like grand march introductions, cocktail hour and dinner music, and microphone transition for speeches. We fell in love with the band from the first time we saw them play and are proud to say we are DRS groupies and would highly recommend them to anyone for their wedding or event!
Kristen S
5.0
1/10/2025
I found Dirty Rotten Scoundrels via The Knot after combing through several wedding bands. They completely exceeded our expectations for my son's wedding reception. Honestly I expected them to be good, but they were even better than I expected! Nicolette did an awesome job as the lead singer that night! Michael worked with us on every aspect and answered all of my questions. I will say the dance floor was full all night and many of us did not leave it! I would highly recommend this band if you are looking for a fun night of dancing with a good variety of music.
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Jessica H
5.0
12/17/2024
Absolutely incredible band!! We had the time of our lives!! Best decision of the entire planning process, DRS made it easy for us and we were able to enjoy our evening to some of the best music I've heard in a long time performed live
Heather F
5.0
10/31/2024
DRS is a great wedding band. Not every band understands how to make a wedding run smoothly with the ceremony, emcee duties, etc and DRS certainly does that along with keeping the dance floor packed during the party! Highly recommend. Easy to work with and fun band!
Katie C
5.0
10/17/2024
DJ Mike was a lot of fun and very accommodating of my vision! I surprised my Mom with a special dance and he helped me keep it a surprise. All guests were very lively and dancing. My now husband is not a dancer and he was even out on the floor. Thank you Mike for everything and making my vision become a reality! 10/10 would recommend.
Lauren B
5.0
10/03/2024
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels delivered above and beyond on everything my wife and I, as musicians ourselves, wanted in a wedding band. They rocked a setlist of absolute bangers catered exactly to our request, with infectious energy and pro-level skill all night. Nearly all of our wedding guests specifically complimented the band when we talked, and it showed on the dance floor. Mike, the band leader and MC, was extremely communicative and professional throughout the booking process and wedding day. We couldn’t have asked for a better celebration of our marriage. Support local live musicians and book DRS!!
Ethan F
5.0
9/23/2024
My wife and I booked Mike, Holly and the band to provide music for our ceremony and wedding reception and they knocked it out of the park. Mike was also the emcee for the night. They were very easy to work with and provide a large list of songs to curate a personalized setlist for your event. They are extremely talented musicians and had our dance floor filled all night long. We got rave reviews from all of our guests. We were able to meet them prior to our wedding at multiple gigs they had at bars and festivals, so check their calendar for upcoming events. We highly recommend the Dirty Rotten Scoundrels for any party, wedding, event. They know how to keep a party going strong!
Alexa A
5.0
9/02/2024
As a wedding planner, having a strong team of vendors is critical to ensure a smooth wedding day for both the couple and their guests. It was a pleasure working with The Dirty Rotten Scoundrels at The Carriage House at Lac La Belle this August. They were exactly what I would've asked for in a DJ/band if I had to make my pick of who to work with. Their professionalism and incredible talent makes them such a well-rounded group. They catered to all audiences and had a large variety of music that kept everyone engaged and bringing the energy! I hope that I have the opportunity to work with them in the future!
Evan G
5.0
7/19/2024
I can’t say enough how great the band was from our initial encounter to the wedding day. They were professional, prepared, and most importantly- fun! We have gotten so many comments from our guests about how great they were and how they were the best band that many of our guests have ever seen. They were the highlight of our reception and we will have fond memories because of them for years to come. If you are on the fence about booking a band or DJ, or don’t know which band to book - book the Dirty Rotten Scoundrels immediately! I don’t plan to have another wedding but if I do, the first call I’m making is to DRS.
Eleece W
5.0
7/17/2024
We hired DRS not for a wedding, but for a private reception-type event in Madison, WI for our non-profit. We wanted live music at our event but wanted to support a local band. I thought DRS sounded great in the promotional videos on their website, so decided to reach out. Mike was easy to work with and we mainly communicated via email. He answered all my questions and was transparent about pricing and fees. The band brought everything they needed to the venue, so we didn't need to worry about handling sound, mics, etc. Plus, they were already set up and practicing before we even arrived to set up ourselves. I'm so glad I went with DRS because all of our guests had a really good time and the band sounded great. They even had a large, passionate group of people going wild on the dance floor! We also requested to make 2 announcements, and the announcements were made on time and their interactions with the crowd throughout the night were amazing. Some of the band members did not seem the warmest when our staff had a few questions for them during setup, but we figured it was due to them being busy and trying to get ready. Overall, my experience with DRS was great and we would hire them again in the future.
Sami J
5.0
6/19/2024
BEST BAND EVER! They cared about us, communicated well, and kept the people dancing all night long!! I would recommend them to EVERYONE!
Clare L
5.0
6/18/2024
Highly recommend DRS! They were great to work with from the start. Mike was professional and flexible. On the day of the event they pumped the guests up. We loved the energy they brought all night. I highly recommend you take the DRS route over the traditional DJ. Our guests had such positive feedback about the band and noted that it really set it apart from other weddings. Book DRS, you won’t regret it!
Christy R
5.0
6/18/2024
Best Band Ever!!!
I don't even know where to start. We couldn't have been more happy and more impressed with the amount of fun and energy this group of beautiful people put into entertaining our guests and us. I highly recommend hiring this band for any event you are having. I promise you they will not disappoint! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts 💕
Olivia C
5.0
6/05/2024
I cannot say enough good things about DRS. Our dance floor was PACKED all night. There was absolutely no lull. Every single band member was professional, kind, and so very talented. I would recommend them a million times over. We have gotten soooo many comments from friends and family that it was truly an amazing performance and really made the wedding night so much fun and engaging. Book them!!!!!
Olivia C
5.0
6/05/2024
I cannot say enough good things about DRS. Our dance floor was PACKED all night. There was absolutely no lull. Every single band member was professional, kind, and so very talented. I would recommend them a million times over. We have gotten soooo many comments from friends and family that it was truly an amazing performance and really made the wedding night so much fun. Book them!!!!!
Kristina K
5.0
1/16/2024
We couldn't have asked for a better party at our wedding!!! A live band was my one big ask (the bride) and they delivered!! The value for what we paid was unbelievable. Mike (the main contact/manager and lead vocal + DJ) was outstanding. From the initial phone call we had with him and Holly (lead vocals - and overall badass b*tch) to the walk-through calls, advice and final day-of commitment and showmanship was more than we could have ever imagined. DRS will bring it - I promise!
Not only did we utilize DRS for the live band (friggin crushed it) but they also provided audio (mics/speakers) for the ceremony and speeches and managed the music for prior to the ceremony, ceremony, cocktail hour, grand march, boquet throw - really just everything :) They were outstanding!
Mike helped make sure our timing was good and was super helpful in working with photo/video/day-of planner.
Casey M
5.0
10/16/2023
The Band and its leader was awesome! We meet with them remotely, working with them to create a great experience was easy and relaxed. On the day We had a Blast! and the day would not have been complete without Dirty Rotten Scoundrels! If you weren’t having fun you were doing it wrong. Everyone we talked to after the big day complimented the Band and the party.
Maggie H
5.0
10/03/2023
Hiring Dirty Rotten Scoundrels for our wedding was the best thing that we did for our wedding! Communication throughout the planning process was wonderful. They had a planning form, provided feedback on timeline, and helped us pick songs as needed. On wedding day, they took care of all sound needs from ceremony, microphones for speeches, cocktail hour music and reception. They were on time, prepared, and had a beautiful stage set-up. Michael (DJ Mike) helped us move the timeline along and was able to calm any nerves that we had about transitions throughout the day.
Their sets were stellar. They came in and maintained such high energy the entire time. They interacted with the crowd and sounded amazing throughout the night. The dance floor was packed from the first song to the last song. We loved Dirt Rotten Scoundrels! I can't imagine our reception without them.
Melissa S
5.0
9/04/2023
We loved Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. They made our wedding memorable for all of our guests. We loved their large set list to allow us to pick our favorite songs. We choice them for their 90s rock songs. They were progressional throughout the planning progress, helped ensure we had a smooth ceremony, and kept the energy going throughout our reception. I would highly recommended DRS.
Tyler K
5.0
7/20/2023
Mike did a fantastic job coordinating plans with us to pull off a lot of moving parts. He was able to set up his guitar and equipment on a boat for our rehearsal dinner cruise, and was playing live again at our welcome party within minutes of the boat docking. At the welcome party, he brought a second singer who sounded amazing, and the two of them played a wide variety of songs throughout the night.
Mike also played live guitar for us during our ceremony, bringing a second guitarist with him so he could play the vocal Melodies to the 3 songs we requested. All of which sounded better than I could have imagined.
For cocktail hour, he once again brought out the guitar and played live music for us without skipping a beat. The song selection and sound were fantastic.
Once the reception started, Mike did a great job hyping up the crowd and DJing for the rest of the night, including the grand entrance and dancing.
Overall, Mike exceeded all expectations and would definitely recommend!
Jake S
5.0
4/11/2023
Very professional, talented, and overall a fantastic experience!
Kate W
5.0
2/21/2023
AWESOME band! Professional and talented - we had a blast. We added the live band karaoke and our guests loved it. HIGHLY recommend them and we will be requesting them again in the future.
Nicholas C
5.0
1/30/2023
Mike was our DJ and bandleader for my wedding in December 2021. If I could give 10 stars, I would. We had crazy demands and he accommodated everything.
The planning was impeccable. We had total control of our setlist for the ceremony, dinner, band set and DJ sets throughout the night. Mike has a great sense of what will work and is great at steering you in the right direction. Our maid of honor got sick and couldn't attend. Mike rolled with the punches and had her record an MP3 of her speech. He was able to play it crisply and clearly for everyone in the 200 or so audience to tear up to. For this alone we will be forever grateful.
The ceremony and dinner went off without a hitch. Songs were perfectly timed and audio was crystal clear for our pastor and all the dinner speeches. The band ROCKED. The dance floor was bumping all night. The set with us and my friends was perfect and truly a highlight of my life. I CAN'T recommend more highly
Kara Z
5.0
1/30/2023
My husband and I knew we wanted a live band to perform at our and we hired Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Mike Grassman and the entirety of the band exceeded all expectations!!!
Mike worked as the DJ and emcee for our ceremony/cocktail and everything went off without a hitch. He was communicative, flexible, and all-around a pleasure to work with. The band absolutely crushed it. They sounded amazing and were full of energy. Our dance floor was packed the whole entire night (on a Sunday evening no less). Even 6 months after the wedding, our guests cannot stop raving about the band! I would HIGHLY recommend Mike and the Dirty Rotten Scoundrels to anyone and everyone. You will not be disappointed!!
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