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Funktastic Productions LLC.

5 out of 5 stars and 98 reviews
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Chicago and Burbs, Wisconsin, Iowa, Indiana

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Leading with Musicality and Ingenuity!

Funktastic Productions is a Chicago, IL-based ensemble that specializes in performing a variety of musical genres at wedding celebrations. When you book a Funktastic wedding, you book a packed dance floor with a contagious atmosphere for all! If you're looking for the high-energy night of your dreams, Funktastic is your band. We'd love to work with you to create a completely customized setlist and night you won't forget. Trust us, your guests will be talking about it for years to come. Funktastic sets the standard for luxury entertainment for life's biggest occasions. We build your night through music, which is nothing short of EPIC entertainment with NO limits. We provide full sound production, offer live music and DJs for every aspect of your wedding. Imagine your favorite song being played by a string quartet at your ceremony. Build your musical journey by adding in a classy vibe through our Jazz Trio or Dinner Quartets. Imagine your first dance and the excitement everyone has as guests start to dance to a FULL band with horns. There's a reason we have a reputation as Chicago's Best Wedding Band. Schedule a call with us today!

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Instruments
Banjo, Bass, Cello, Fiddle, Guitar, Keyboard, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Ukulele, Viola, Violin, Vocals
Music Genres
Bluegrass, Classical, Country, Dance, Disco, EDM, Folk, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Klezmer, Latin, Pop, R&B, Rock
Music Services
Live Music, MC Services, Recorded Music, Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties, After Party, Wedding, Ceremony, Reception
Awards and Affiliations
2023 Best of Weddings Winner2022 Best of Weddings Winner

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Funktastic Productions LLC. Reviews

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Reviewed On 10/24/2023 by Allison A
I am SO glad we went with Funktastic for our entertainment! The lead singer of the band, Alysha, was so so talented. Guests were telling us how much they loved the band the whole night and are still asking us about them. The photobooth was also...
a huge hit. Everyone we worked with at Funktastic was super professional and helped us get exactly what we wanted for the night. It was also super helpful that they came up with designs for the photo booth frames.
Reviewed On 11/27/2023 by Mahlet Y
We loved working with Funktastic! They were able to work within our budget and create a package for us to have a string duo during our cocktail hour, as well as a MC/DJ for our reception. We wanted a variety of cultural songs played from differ...
ent parts of the world, but DJ Drew was up to the task and the dance floor was packed all night long.
Reviewed On 11/04/2023 by Cate O
It’s been 2 months since my wedding and I still have no words… Funktastic is by far the best wedding band I’ve ever heard (and yes, I’m biased so take it from the nearly 30 guests that told us the same)! Mike was so fantastic to work with, answ...
ering all of my many questions and putting me at ease. Amber was so incredibly organized and beyond helpful in working with us to create the perfect setlist. And now the band… while I was referred to Funktastic by some friends and coworkers, the thing that really sold me was the energy that the band brings, the band members’ MANY masters degrees in jazz (like what, music theory is so hard!!), and their insane ability to captivate an audience with their talent. Our singers were some of the best that I’ve ever seen, putting in these incredible riffs and belts that is practically unfathomable. Our band members were so in sync, vibing off of each other and putting a unique spin on every song. Needless to say, if I have any excuse to book a band for an event, I will 100% come back to Funktastic. Mike, Amber, and the entire band - thank you so much for making our music vision come to life! (Here’s to hoping all of our friends book you guys so we can keep seeing you perform)
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Reviewed On 11/01/2023 by Sarah Y
I would recommend anyone to Funktastic! We had booked them based on their kickoff reception + DJ service (great package) and cocktail hour jazz duo offerings. Then saw them perform at the Bassment with some friends - we were Wowed! The energy ...
was electric. Mike, Amber and Drew were super easy to communicate and plan with. We felt 100% prepared going into our wedding day, weeks before the day. They have great tools to select music from - Amber was super helpful in creating a set list that met our vibe, and Drew tackled the cocktail, dinner and late night dancing sets with all our mixed genre requests with ease. Your music selection can make or break your wedding day - Funktastic will always make your day what you've been dreaming of!
Reviewed On 10/22/2023 by Julia M
We used funktastic for our wedding’s music and photobooth & we could not have been happier! From the cocktail jazz duo to the live Hybrid DJ - (DJ Servaun was amazing!!), we 100% recommend using Funktastic. They were organized and accommodating...
with great communication from day 1.
Reviewed On 10/17/2023 by Jeff D
Absolutely Perfect!!! Funktastic was incredible to work with from the very beginning. Mike and Amber took a genuine interest in what sort of music and vibe we wanted for the wedding. The band has a big and varied catalogue of songs to choose fr...
om and are more than willing to learn songs outside of that. They played all our first songs and many of the requests we had for the setlist. These guys are true musicians dedicated to what they do, nothing was sloppy or low effort. We had a small electrical issue with the venue during the wedding, but the band rolled with the punches and found a solution while keeping the crowd hyped up. Everyone said the band was the best part. I truly cannot imagine our wedding with a different band. Amber was also the MC all night and brought the energy and good vibes. I play guitar and when we booked them a year before the wedding, Funktastic offered to have me play on stage with them. At the time I chickened out but decided to do it a week before and it went perfectly despite the limited time. They were so accommodating and helped me a achieve another dream of playing live music! Totally epic, I would recommend this band to anyone for any event. Ill be racking my brain for an excuse to book them again!
Reviewed On 10/16/2023 by Karaline B
BEST band!! We can't recommend Amber and Funktastic enough! From the planning process to wedding night- they went above & beyond each step of the way! Our ceremony musician and reception band were better than we could have ever imagined. Amber ...
helped us curate an incredible playlist that kept our guests on the dance floor the entire night! Every band member was so talented & fun to be with. They made our night! Their talent & dedication is unmatched. We highly recommend & look forward to many more celebrations with Funktastic in the future!
Reviewed On 10/11/2023 by Michael K
You're likely reading this review because you've considered booking Funktastic for your wedding. We'll save you some time: just do it. Funktastic absolutely knocked it out of the park at our wedding. They delivered a truly - truly - seamless e...
xperience throughout the entire evening. They provided the A/V for the pre-ceremony, ceremony, cocktail hour, speeches, and dinner; they guided us in selecting music and creating playlists for every segment of the evening; they blessed the dance floor with their musicality (throughout the night, multiple guests told us that they felt like they were at an actual concert); their repertoire is unparalleled; and their DJ hosted an incredible afterparty, one that was memorable to all of our guests: even the ones whose memories were otherwise suspect by that point. Funktastic was professional, accommodating, easy to work with, and genuinely phenomenal in all respects. They met and exceeded our expectations in every way possible. Seriously - just book them.
Reviewed On 10/10/2023 by Samantha Y
OMG!!!! BOOK THIS BAND! Funktastic was amazing. A truly wonderful end to end experience. I knew from reviews they would be great, but my jaw truly dropped when I heard them play on our wedding day. They were incredible. We have not stopped hear...
ing compliments from our guests on the band. The band was even willing to play an encore- if only the venue would let us!!!! I wish I could express how much it meant to us to have Funktastic as a part of our day. A dream come true
Reviewed On 10/10/2023 by Matthew C
To whatever newly wedded couple it may concern: choose Funktastics and don’t look back. It will be the best decision you’ve made in a long time… We were an extremely high maintenance couple, from bizarre off-catalog song requests to last seco...
nd setlist changes - not to mention a delayed start time due to unforeseen circumstances. Mike, Alysha and the crew didn’t flinch, and then proceeded to put on an absolute banger of a show. The band / live entertainment is a pivotal part of any great wedding and can’t be left up to chance. Trust the bonafide professionals that are the Funktastics, and their groovy music mojo.
Reviewed On 9/27/2023 by Cashie and Evan Y
TLDR: Funktastic Productions made the best day of our lives even better with their stellar professionalism, energy, and talent. YOU WON'T REGRET BOOKING THIS BAND - THEY ARE ELECTRIC! Now for a more wordy review... We wish we could give more...
than 5 stars to Funktastic... they are amazing not just as a band/production company but as individual human beings. Music was the #1 thing for us as a couple, and Funktastic did not disappoint. We got the best experience imaginable from the get go - starting with the intro call and booking process with Mike. Hearing Mike speak with both professionalism and passion on behalf of himself and the rest of the band made us confident that they would bring the exactly right energy we were looking for on our wedding day. The portal they use for planning and communication (Releventful) streamlined all the logistics and was by far the easiest and most fun part of wedding planning. We felt like they were listening to our wants and allowing us to collaborate. Our set list felt like "us" without sacrificing their integrity as musicians which made it feel like a win-win. With their expansive repertoire, we guarantee you won't be disappointed by your options - both the range this band has AND their willingness to customize the performance to the couple as much as they can makes us (a Deadhead and a Swiftie, respectively) certain that all couples will be as satisfied with their set-list as we were no matter how much their music taste may differ from ours. Strategy/lead up communication with our music coordinator Alysha was a breeze - she was a blast to work with. Not only was she extremely professional and fun to chat with, but the sense of ease she brought to the planning/lead-up was so contagious that it made any hint of stress instantly dissipate. That said, Alysha was extremely warm, kind and BEYOND talented, and that goes for the rest of the bandmates - by the end of the evening, each of them felt like guests who just happened to also be performing that night. The day-of set up and communication went by without a hitch. By the time we arrived with the wedding party the audio equipment for both the ceremony and reception were set up and the audio engineer was on top of everything. Alysha was also our emcee of the night and her charisma shone through and made the transitions/announcements through the night feel so easy going for our guests while still moving things along to stay on track with our timeline. And finally, the performance... we know it may sound biased when we say it was the best wedding music we've ever heard...but even if it wasn't our wedding we're confident that fact would hold true. From the first note, the band was absolutely electric. They were in sync with one another while also fostering connection with our guests through their audience interactions - the dance floor was packed the entire night. About three weeks have passed since our wedding and every guest we've spoken to afterwards has had nothing but incredible things to say about the band. When are so honored and grateful that Funktastic was the soundtrack to our wedding day. - Cashie & Evan
Reviewed On 9/22/2023 by Mackenzie F
Wow wow wow! Believe the reviews! This band will rock the dance floor all night long. So many guests have commented that they have never seen a dance floor packed from start to finish. Our set list was absolute fire and the band did a stellar j...
ob at our requested songs. Guests won't stop talking about the band. They also did a great job MC'ing the entire wedding evening. We would book them again in a heartbeat - zero regrets!
Response from the Vendor on 10/04/2023
Hey Mackenzie!! Wow, your enthusiastic review has truly made our day! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you and your guests had such an amazing time on the dance floor at The Exchange in Chi! Creating an electric atmosphere and keeping th...
e dance floor packed from start to finish is always our goal, and we're delighted that we achieved it at your wedding. It's fantastic to know that our set list, tailored to your preferences, resonated so well with everyone and that our performance left a lasting impression. We take great pride in our role as MCs and ensuring the smooth flow of your wedding evening, so it's wonderful to hear that you were pleased with our work in that regard too. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness together! Thank you!!!
Reviewed On 9/22/2023 by Nicole R
Amber, Mike, and Funktastic was INCREDIBLE. My husband and I cannot recommend them more. During the planning process, they were extremely communicative and flexible. There were a lot of moving parts at our wedding, as our ceremony, dinner, and...
reception were all in different locations at the venue. Mike and Amber problem solved and came up with solutions that allowed full sound set up in all areas. Mike and Amber collaborated with our musician friends and provided sound set up and instrumental support during our ceremony and first dance. THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT PIECES and we will never forget these moments. They have a huge repertoire but also took song requests that they've never performed before and absolutely rocked them!! We were really specific with out vision for the day, and they understood it and helped us bring it to fruition. They were super interactive with our guests and everyone is still raving about them a month after our wedding! If you are looking for an epic band for your wedding or party, look no more. Funktastic is the band for you.
Response from the Vendor on 10/04/2023
Hey Nicole!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your incredibly kind words. We are truly humbled and thrilled to hear how much you and your husband enjoyed our performance at your wedding. It was our absolute pleasure to be a part of y...
our special day and to work with you to make it everything you envisioned. Your specific vision and the unique setup of your wedding presented exciting challenges that we were more than happy to overcome. Collaborating with your musician friends and ensuring that the sound setup and instrumental support during your ceremony and first dance were flawless were moments that we will always cherish. We're delighted that our extensive repertoire, combined with your song requests, added to the magic of the day. Hearing that your guests are still raving about our performance a month after the wedding warms our hearts. Thank you for entrusting us with such an important role in your celebration. Wishing you both a lifetime filled with love, joy, and beautiful moments. Warmest regards, Amber, Mike, and Funktastic!
Reviewed On 9/09/2023 by Taylor P
Funktastic is a fabulous group to work with. They are very communicative and easy to schedule meetings with. We had the option of choosing songs ourselves or having the band choose and they were willing to learn new pieces for us as well. At th...
e wedding they were amazing. They sounded great and looked like they were having a lot of fun. Even when no one was on the dance floor because they were exploring the museum Funktastic maintained the same level of energy and all in all were great. Highly recommend!
Reviewed On 9/03/2023 by Kenny H
We couldn't be happier with Funktastic! Alysha and the rest of the band really cared about making our wedding special and were more than happy to accommodate our music preferences and special requests. We got so many compliments from our guests...
about how electric the band was and how they kept the dance floor packed all night. We also saw Funktastic perform at a friend's wedding, where they were just as great despite playing a completely different setlist. It says a lot about their talent and range. Would highly recommend!
Reviewed On 9/01/2023 by Alexi M
Funktastic was the easiest and best decision we made for our wedding! The minute I came across their website I knew we had to book them-- we locked down a date before we even had a venue! We ended up choosing the jazz trio for cocktail hour and...
the 6-piece band for dancing. My husband and I are firm believers that music is key for setting the atmosphere of a wedding, and Funktastic really brings the energy. Their set list is so diverse, it is guaranteed to have everyone out on the dance floor-- from my 90 year-old grandmother to my college-age cousin, everyone loved them! They crafted the perfect mix of tried and true wedding favorites (everyone needs to play some Temptations or Earth, Wind & Fire after all) while also adding in unexpected hits that got everyone out on the dance floor. Not only do they exceed expectations on the big day, they make the planning process simple and enjoyable. We loved building our set list and having the freedom to request additional songs for our first dance & a few others that were special to us. They were quick to respond to questions and provided helpful suggestions on things such as timeline, potential playlist options for dinner & band breaks etc. As someone who did not have a wedding planner, having such a smooth, streamlined process with a vendor took SO much stress off my plate and allowed me to truly enjoy that part of the planning experience. We cannot say enough about their team!
Reviewed On 8/20/2023 by Stephanie S
Funktastic MADE our wedding! We knew we wanted to work with them after seeing them perform previously, and we actually planned our event around their availability. I HIGHLY recommend Funktastic in any form. We went all out with a 13 piece band,...
and it was worth every penny. Working with Michael and the band was SO easy, and they were incredibly kind, patient, flexible, and professional while we took our time deciding our setlist. Even though about a month has passed, people are STILL coming up to us and complimenting the band! They did an amazing job reading the room and knowing how to keep the dance floor packed the entire night. They were able to play a wide variety of music ranging from Bruce Springsteen to the Hora to Florence and the Machine. I couldn't have asked for a better group of people to be a part of our special day. Thank you!
Reviewed On 8/19/2023 by Paulina M
We absolutely loved having Funktastik as our wedding band. Mike and his team are incredible. We elected to also have the band play during our ceremony and we are so glad we did because was perfect. Prior to the wedding, the band was very quick ...
to respond and made creating our set list a breeze. Amber, the lead singer and MC, was truly phenomenal. Numerous of my guests told me that Funktastic was their favorite part of the night and the reason the dance floor was so fun. Likewise, our guests absolutely loved the photo booth and the photo book is something we will treasure forever. We highly recommended Funktastic as a wedding band! You won’t be disappointed.
Reviewed On 8/12/2023 by Sam Y
We could not have been happier with our experience working with Funktastic Productions for our wedding! Mike (the owner) was very kind and helpful as we were going through the selection process, taking us through all the options and and making ...
our decision to go with them very easy. We ended up deciding to hire a DJ and accompanying violinist, and can't recommend them highly enough! Our DJ, Drew, was super awesome to work with and always very positive and calm, a huge plus during the lead up to and during a very stressful day. He did an absolutely incredible job working off of our playlists for both dinner and the Reception, mixing in some classics into our Reception and always knowing what to play to keep people dancing! He was excellent at working on timing with our coordinator, and helping to space things out even when we ran late and our timeline was off. Additionally, everyone LOVED having the violinist accompanying the DJ and can't recommend that live music element enough! Overall, we loved our experience working with Funktastic and highly recommend working with them for your event - they provide plenty of options for bands and DJs and can definitely find the perfect mix for you and your event!
Reviewed On 7/27/2023 by Daniel B
Drew & his team were absolutely amazing for our wedding. 10/10. DJ + Drums + Saxophone = nonstop dancing and fun. Having live instruments added so much energy, we would still be dancing if they kept playing. Plus, in the Chicago-land area, thes...
e are the only guys that regularly do DJ + instruments, and they do it perfectly. Best party ever, can't wait for my second marriage so I can hire them again...
Reviewed On 7/26/2023 by Lauren F
Finding a fun wedding band was our number 1 priority for us because we love to dance! We found funktastic on instagram and then saw them at the Bassment as soon as we could. The energy, range of music genre, camaraderie on stage and most import...
antly the talent blew us away! We contacted mike then next day and the rest is history! Mike and Alysha were both such a pleasure to work with- friendly, professional and understanding. They blew our expectations out of the water and would recommend funktastic to anybody who likes to have a good time! Some of our highlights include the custom Beyoncé medleys, flawless execution of our requested playlist and interaction with wedding guests/the dance floor on stage. Additionally, we are so grateful that alysha also MC’ed the wedding- she brought the crowds energy for us during dances, speeches and our entrance! Highly recommend getting a stage, the lights and adding on a DJ if it’s in your budget! We did a DJ cocktail hour that made the space feel lively!
Reviewed On 7/24/2023 by Nadia M
This band was absolutely incredible and worth every dime we paid! We are still receiving such wonderful compliments from all of our guests, and they were awesome with all of our flower girls and ring bearers!
Response from the Vendor on 07/25/2023
Thank you for the incredible review! We're elated that you found our band worth every dime and that your guests showered us with wonderful compliments. It's awesome that our music resonated with everyone, and we had a blast with your flower gir...
ls and ring bearers - it's always great to hear that younger kids in the crowd enjoyed the experience too! We're thrilled that they loved our photobooth too; capturing those fun moments is what it's all about! Your kind words mean the world to us, and we're grateful to have been a part of making your special day even more memorable. If you ever need musical entertainment in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Wishing you all the happiness, and please feel free to recommend us to anyone looking for an awesome band!!
Reviewed On 7/22/2023 by Maggie U
We had an amazing wedding with Funktastic at the helm for our music on our big day. We had a perfect jazz trio during cocktail hour led by Amber and she also kicked off the dance floor with the 5 piece band to get everyone dancing. She can SING...
!! Then DJ Servaun took over for the rest of the night and kept the good tunes going and the dance floor flowing! All of the music, from the live band to the DJ hits were fantastic and kept the dance floor busy all night. Having a fun dance floor was priority #1 for us for our wedding day, and Funktastic delivered on our dream. Funktastic was also great throughout all of the planning stages, song selections, timeline planning, and MC'ing. We love music and it was important to us to have some live music at our wedding and with Funktastic offering the option of 1/2 Live music 1/2 DJ was a perfect for our budget and fulfilled our dreams for our wedding day. We strongly recommend Funktastic for your wedding day if you want a killer band/DJ to keep your dance floor lively!
Response from the Vendor on 07/24/2023
Hey Maggie!! Thank you for your heartfelt testimonial about your wedding with Funktastic! We absolutely love that you took advantage of our Live DJ & Musician Combos to get best of both worlds. Amber's trio set a magical ambiance during the coc...
ktail hour, and our 5-piece Kickoff Band kept the dance floor alive all night. Flowing into DJ Servaun's energy and seamless mixing were a hit. We're so happy to hear that we were great in everything leading up to your wedding day as well - Planning, Song selections, timeline, and MC notes! Our DJ & Band both loved collaborating with you to plan the perfect music. Congratulations on your wedding, and here's to a lifetime of happiness filled with music! Warmest regards, The Funktastic Team
Reviewed On 7/19/2023 by Caitlin T
Funktastic was the best addition to our wedding! They are reliable, professional, and know how to transform the room into a party! They were by far the highlight of our wedding. Through the wedding planning process, they were a blast to colla...
borate with and curate a preferred playlist. They learned 7 new songs and even customized lyrics for our wedding day! I could not recommend Funktastic more! We had them play during our ceremony, a jazz trio for cocktail hour, and the full band for our reception. All of our guests were raving about the high caliber performance they provided and wanted their information to book for their future events. This was the best decision we made for our wedding AND the easiest, most fun vendor to work with!
Response from the Vendor on 07/19/2023
Hi Caitlin!! Thank you so much for your incredible review! We're thrilled to have been a part of your wedding day and to have left such a positive and lasting impression. It means the world to us that you found us reliable, professional, and ca...
pable of transforming the room into a true party atmosphere. Collaborating with you during the wedding planning process was an absolute pleasure, and we're glad you enjoyed curating the playlist together. Learning seven new songs and customizing lyrics for your special day was an exciting challenge, and we're so happy you appreciated our efforts. We're overjoyed that we could be there for every part of your wedding, from the ceremony to the jazz trio during cocktail hour and the full band at the reception. It warms our hearts to know that your guests were raving about our performance, and we're humbled that they wanted our information for their future events. Thank you for considering us the best decision you made for your wedding, and we're honored to have been the easiest and most fun vendor to work with. Wishing you and Mike all the happiness!!
Reviewed On 7/18/2023 by Jana J
Booking with Funktastic was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Having live music was something my husband and I had always wanted for our wedding, but weren’t sure if we could make it work. Funktastic offered something somethin...
g we hadn’t heard of before - a kick off band for an hour followed by dj-ing for the rest of the night. It made our dream of having live music come true while staying within our budget. I am being 100% honest when I say the thing that got the most compliments at our wedding was the music. I truly could not believe such a talented group of individuals performed at our wedding. Amber was such a sweetheart with the voice of an angel. Drew was also a super fun DJ and served as the perfect MC for the night. The other musicians, along with Mike the owner, were just incredible. As a whole, they made our reception come to life. Not only did they give us an unforgettable performance, Funktastic truly was a dream to work with. I cannot emphasize enough how easy it was to work with each and every one of them. They were not only incredibly flexible when we had some last minute requests, but we completely trusted them to play their own recommendations to ensure the everyone was having a good time. It was a party we’ll never forget and we are so honored this talented group of musicians were a part of it.
Response from the Vendor on 07/19/2023
Thank you so much for your glowing testimonial! We are absolutely delighted to hear that booking Funktastic for your wedding was one of the best decisions you made. It's heartwarming to know that we could make your dream of having live music co...
me true while also staying within your budget with our unique kick off band followed by DJ-ing. We're thrilled that the music received the most compliments at your wedding!! Your trust in us to handle last-minute requests and play our own recommendations to ensure everyone had a good time means the world to us. We're so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of your special day and make your reception come to life. Thank you for emphasizing how easy and enjoyable it was to work with each and every one of us. Your satisfaction and happiness are our top priorities, and knowing that we could contribute to an unforgettable party is incredibly rewarding. It was an honor to be a part of your celebration, and we wish you all the happiness in your married life together. Thank you again!!!
Reviewed On 7/11/2023 by Dean S
I can't overstate how incredible it was to work with Funktastic and how amazing the performance was at my wedding. Firstly, when my wife and I were looking for bands, Funktastic was by far the most responsive and helpful group in terms of answe...
ring questions and providing recommendations. They were also nice enough to invite us to a live performance of theirs which put them over the top and led us to signing with them. Throughout the process, Funktastic was communicative and flexible to our needs and requests, and totally knocked it out of the park. The ceremony and reception couldn't have gone smoother and the feedback about the performance has been amazing, it truly made our wedding! Funktastic is supremely talented and I'm so grateful we chose them to be our wedding band!
Reviewed On 7/11/2023 by Lia C
We cannot recommend Funktastic enough!! If you are a couple that can’t make a decision between a band or DJ, look no further, Funktastic does it all. We had a hybrid package: two musicians for the ceremony, a trio for cocktail, a full band for ...
dancing, then a DJ and sax to conclude the night. To quote one of our friends, “I didn’t want to leave the dance floor because I was afraid to miss a banger!” We have been sending Funktastic’s information to all of our family and friends after their incredible performance at our wedding - the dance floor did not empty ONCE. They were extremely communicative and helpful throughout the process, making it seamless beginning to end. We appreciate Funktastic and are SO happy with our decision to use them for our wedding!!!
Response from the Vendor on 07/11/2023
Thank you so much for your glowing testimonial! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing experience with Funktastic at your wedding at Revel Motor Row. It was an honor to be a part of your special day and provide a memora...
ble musical experience. We take pride in offering a versatile and dynamic entertainment package, and we're delighted to hear that our hybrid package, combining live musicians and a DJ, exceeded your expectations. We strive to create the perfect atmosphere for each phase of your wedding, from the ceremony to the cocktail hour, and all the way through to the energetic dance floor. It brings us joy to know that your guests were thoroughly entertained and didn't want to leave the dance floor! We greatly appreciate your kind words about our communication and assistance throughout the entire process. We believe that clear and open communication is crucial in creating a seamless and stress-free experience for our clients, and we're glad we could provide that for you. Thank you for recommending Funktastic to your family and friends. Word-of-mouth referrals mean the world to us, and we're honored to have made such a positive impression on you and your guests. We hope that the memories of your wedding day and the lively music from Funktastic will continue to bring you joy for years to come. Once again, congratulations on your wedding, and thank you for choosing Funktastic as your entertainment provider. We wish you a lifetime of love, happiness, and unforgettable moments.
Reviewed On 6/25/2023 by Erin M
It took me a while to write this review because I wanted to give justice to Funktastic and their incredible team. I reached out to MANY bands and DJs. I’m a semi-professional musician and music was the most important aspect of my wedding. I gr...
appled with deciding whether I wanted a band or DJ. I love live bands, but sometimes I think bands can be limited in what songs they can perform (over produced pop, for instance). I also love good DJs, but believe a band brings a personalized and more exciting feel to weddings. When I saw that Funktastic offered a hybrid option I was intrigued. I ended up finding a singer I absolutely loved on their instagram page, and asked if he could be the singer at my wedding (Lester). I ended up choosing the package which included a ceremony DJ, trio band for cocktail hour, 4 piece band for dinner, the band to play the special dance songs, and a one hour set for the reception. After that, a DJ would take over for the rest of the night. First— ceremony. DJ Drew was seamless. Not one blip. He communicated with my coordinator throughout to make sure they were ready to execute. He assured me he would get the timing right for the songs and he did. The sound level of the music was perfect. The band KILLED IT. The dinner portion of the night was instantly elevated by having the live band play. My 83 year old father even commented on how the band made dinner so much more fun and interesting. At one point, the band performed “stand by me” and they got everyone to sing together. Lester was such an incredibly soulful singer. The drummer, bassist, and keyboard player were PROS. People were shaking their heads in disbelief when Lester would hit a run or when the instrumentalists would solo. Cocktail hour was incredible too. The band took my song requests very seriously and knew I wanted a more modern vibe and less jazz. After dinner the band played the first dance song and the parent dances. They crushed it. They played our first dance song perfectly and we were able to do our choreographed dance with no problem. They played “mama” by boys ii men for my daughter mother dance and there was not a dry eye in the room. It gave me chills. The 1 hour warm up set the band played for the reception was again, incredible. People were immediately on the floor dancing their asses off. Not a moment went by where the dance floor was not full. Now, the DJ (Drew) was equally as incredible. We put together playlists using Funktastic’s app, and while he played what we put on the list, he knew how to read the crowd and play to what people wanted. He kept the party going until MIDNIGHT. Everyone of all ages was dancing, and not many people left early. Finally, mike, the owner of funktastic was involved throughout the process. He answered all of my questions and listened to my concerns. Amber was my liaison to the band. Again, she made me feel confident that the band would crush and helped me create a set list that kept the energy going. I even sang two songs with the band and she helped me choose the songs. I emailed her so much, and she was always kind and professional. We didn’t rehearse the songs together, but of course, the band was comprised of pro instrumentalists that made me feel like I was part of the band. We sounded tight and my guests loved it 😂 Funktastic single handedly MADE my wedding what it was. I would have 100% regretted not having a band and a DJ at my wedding. It was more than I could ever ask for. The BEST.
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2023
ERIN!! This is one of the sweetest reviews EVER! Thank you for taking the time to share your incredible experience with Funktastic and our team. We are thrilled to hear that our hybrid option, combining a band and DJ, captured your interest and...
exceeded your expectations for your wedding. We understand the dilemma of choosing between a band and DJ, and we're delighted that we could provide the best of both worlds to create a personalized and exciting atmosphere. It's fantastic to hear that DJ Drew seamlessly executed the ceremony, ensuring perfect timing and sound levels. We're thrilled that Lester's soulful singing, along with the exceptional skills of the drummer, bassist, and keyboard player, left a lasting impression. The band's ability to bring everyone together during the performance of "Stand by Me" and evoke emotions during the mother-daughter dance truly showcases the power of live music. We're equally pleased to know that the band's warm-up set for the reception got everyone on the dance floor, and DJ Drew's ability to read the crowd and keep the party going until midnight was a hit with guests of all ages. We aim to create an engaging and enjoyable experience for everyone, and we're glad that people danced their hearts out throughout the night. We greatly appreciate your mention of our owner, Mike, and Amber as well. We take pride in providing excellent customer service and ensuring that all your questions and concerns are addressed. It's wonderful to hear that their support and guidance contributed to your confidence in the band and the energy of the setlist. The fact that you were able to sing with the band and that they made you feel like part of the group is truly special. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we're honored to have played a significant role in making your wedding an unforgettable experience. Thank you for choosing Funktastic, and we wish you a lifetime of happiness and beautiful music ahead. Best regards, The Funktastic Team
Reviewed On 6/19/2023 by Nicole R
Funktastic is the best wedding band!! Every guest has commented on how the band made the wedding!! We were so lucky to work with them and for them to make our special day absolutely incredible! Funktastic worked with us from start to finish to ...
curate the perfect set list and even learned some special songs for us! It was also amazing to be able to choose exactly the band combo we wanted and the horn section was icing on an unbelievable cake!
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2023
Thank you so much for your glowing review of Funktastic! We're thrilled to hear that our band made such a memorable impact on your wedding day, with every guest commenting on their incredible performance. We consider ourselves lucky to have bee...
n a part of your special day and to have had the opportunity to work closely with you in curating the perfect setlist. Learning your special songs was a privilege, and we're delighted that our efforts exceeded your expectations. The ability to customize the band combo to your preferences and the addition of the horn section truly elevated the experience. We appreciate your kind words and wish you a lifetime of happiness.
Reviewed On 6/14/2023 by Michael T
Funktastic is a MUST-HAVE for your wedding. We absolutely loved working with them every step of the way and they made the entire process easy. We did an East-Coast format and they crushed it. From song selection, personally getting to know us...
as a couple, and their unbelievable talent/energy-this was a no-brainer. We cannot tell you how many of our friends and family RAVED about the music. They can play it all, from Motown to Rock. Alysha and the 9-piece band kept us dancing, and danced with us, until 12:30 am. We would have gone longer if we could have. We also really enjoyed the photo booth add-on offered, which we turned into our guest book. The pictures are awesome. We cannot thank them enough for the party of a lifetime! Thanks Again, Maggie and Michael
Reviewed On 6/05/2023 by Kyle B
The entire Funktastic team was great to work with - from the planning stages to the day of! Aaron brought great energy as a DJ/MC and the musicians were super talented and fun. Highly recommend the DJ/band hybrid.
Response from the Vendor on 06/05/2023
Hey Kyle, thanks so much for your 5 star review of our Live DJ with Tenor Sax and Drums! So glad to hear that we brought great energy :) Thank you so much for having us and congratulations!!!
Reviewed On 6/04/2023 by Katie L
We saw Funktastic live at a Chicago venue, knew we needed them for our wedding, and it was one of the best decisions we made. They helped make our night memorable with a packed dance floor, our guests raved about the music afterwards, and they...
even had people in the street hanging around to listen and dance outside the venue. We asked for an unconventional first dance song and we liked their cover better than the original.
Reviewed On 5/27/2023 by Michael M
Funktastic is hands down the best wedding band I have ever seen perform. A friend of mine had hired them for their wedding and after that we were sold. I reached out to Mike to see if they would be able to travel to Grand Rapids, Michigan and...
without hesitation he said yes. Alysha was amazing to work with from start to finish and their app to choose songs is very user friendly. 1000% best decision we could have made. Our guests are still talking about it. I can not wait to see them again at my brothers wedding in a few weeks!
Reviewed On 5/13/2023 by David P
We had so much fun and got a lot of comments from guests about how good Funktastic was! And the song selection process leading up to the event was really smooth and easy.
Response from the Vendor on 05/21/2023
Hi David! Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We had SOO much fun celebrating you and Catina at Salvage One! I'm so happy to hear that you received many compliments and found our song selection process to be a smooth one! Thank you for be...
ing so wonderful for our team to work with!
Reviewed On 11/14/2022 by Shannon N
Being musicians ourselves, having live music at our wedding last June was a definite priority for us. Choosing Funktastic to play our reception was the absolute best choice! A truly talented, fun, and energetic Chicago group. Their professional...
ism, flexibility and knack for keeping everyone out on the dance floor is what sets them apart from the rest. We didn’t want their music set to end! You truly can’t go wrong with Funktastic!
Reviewed On 11/04/2022 by Harriet W
We were so lucky to have Funktastic play our wedding this past October. I cannot emphasize enough how easy they were to work with and how accommodating they were, especially with learning our song requests. They blew our wedding song from Gary ...
Clark Jr out of the water. I had multiple people come up to me during the wedding and after to tell me just how incredible our band was and that they felt like they were at a concert since they didn't sound like a wedding band at all. I cannot recommend Funktastic enough for a wedding, especially if you want great music to be the center of it.
Reviewed On 11/02/2022 by Stephanie F
Funktastic is a fantastic wedding band. They are so talented. We worked together to create a set list tailored to our taste. Mike Zabrin was responsive and eager to help any way he could. We also had a guitar for our ceremony that was perfect a...
nd a jazz trio for the cocktail hour that everyone enjoyed! My only regret is not paying the venue for an extra hour to hear them play longer! I highly recommend Funktastic.
Reviewed On 10/24/2022 by Paul T
Saw a version of this band playing at a bar in Chicago and loved them - decided to hire them for our wedding. The onboarding process was easy and transparent - as they have a number of different options to select from (how large of a band, ja...
zz trio for cocktail hour, etc.) The band was willing to do check in calls leading up to the event and have an extensive song list from which to choose from covering a number of different genres to fit whatever wedding vibe you're looking to create. They also take a number of special requests and play live music for the first dances! There was a sound engineer included all evening who assisted with ceremony music setup and consistently checking balance/levels of the band throughout the evening - he was excellent. The lead singer also MC-ed a portion of our wedding event (intros, speeches, etc.) and did a fantastic job. The musicians were absolutely outstanding - the biggest factor that separates this group from other wedding bands I've seen. The dance floor was full all night and had countless compliments from guests. With all the vendors to juggle for a wedding it can be stressful so in addition to the music being amazing, the professionalism of Funktastic was much appreciated and was a vendor we did not have to worry about through the wedding planning process - even when one of their members got sick a few days before, they had a replacement ready to go. As a former drummer they let me sit in for a song which was a memorable experience as well. Could not recommend this group more if you're looking for some outstanding music for your wedding.
Reviewed On 10/18/2022 by Carson S
Funktastic was the best decision we could have made for our wedding. The biggest thing that I wanted in terms of wedding music was for it to have variety and to not be the same 20 songs you hear at every wedding you go to. Funktastic did this a...
nd more! We had the Jazz trio during cocktail hour, the quartet during dinner and dancing for the rest of the night. Every part was unique and beautiful in their own way. They are truly some of the most talented musicians but more importantly, they are FUN! Our guest are still talking about how much they loved Funktastic and are talking about going to the Bassment Chicago to see them again. Mike was amazing from the first day and put me at ease through all the stress of planning. Alysha helped make a great playlist was unique to us and incorporated some of our favorite songs. You could tell that they put time and effort in to playing the music we cared about and I could not ask for anything more. Thank you so much Mike, Alysha, and all of Funktastic for helping to make our wedding everything we thought it would be.
Reviewed On 10/18/2022 by Britt C
The band could not have made our wedding more fun! They were engaging with the crowd all while keeping the music coming. Could not recommend this group more as we did to so many of our friends who were asking for their contact information aft...
er the wedding! Thank you all for a great night!
Reviewed On 10/04/2022 by Maggie D
Please book this band. This group caught our eyes back in 2019 and we were immediately hooked. When we got engaged in 2021 the first vendor we called was Funktastic. Between Mike and Amber, everything was seamless. They made sure to keep us inf...
ormed, provided expert knowledge on what songs make a party most memorable, and above all, made us feel so special. Our guests were blown away by their talent and continue to still ask us about them and where we found this amazing band. They also are able to learn songs that pertain to you and give you a show like no other. Amber, I don’t think Stevie Nicks could perform as well as you did when you sang Edge of Seventeen. I have never had more fun singing that song than with you leading the way. Thank you for going out of your way Funktastic. You were worth every penny and I would do it all again if I could.
Reviewed On 9/29/2022 by Maggie M
My husband already wrote a raving review, but I have to write one too because WOW! The band was the most important part to us, my husband is a musician and without a doubt, we found the perfect band! I mean the song selecting spreadsheet won me...
over immediately, but also working with Alysha - who is the kindest person and an AMAZING MC, and just getting non-stop compliments all night. Our first dance song was a little different and they knocked it out of the park, their energy is amazing, and they let my husband join them on stage for a couple songs and just made his night. I will recommend Funktastic to everyone I know, I am so happy they were our wedding band!
Reviewed On 9/27/2022 by Arnina B
Funktastic was the absolute BEST wedding band we could have ever dreamed of! They were so organized and easy to work with throughout the planning process, and they even learned a few songs that we asked them to (and played them even better than...
the originals!). Funktastic turned our wedding into the party of the year, we loved every second of dancing and singing with them throughout the night. Our guests could not stop gushing about the band and how talented they are. They truly made our wedding so special and I cannot recommend them enough!!
Reviewed On 9/27/2022 by Robert W
We had Funktastic Productions play at our wedding (9/24/22) and can't recommend them highly enough! They made everything super easy (amazing song selection spreadsheet) and communicated well. Most importantly, they are all killer players! Non-s...
top energy and amazing performers. I had several guests approach me during the wedding asking who the band was and complimenting them. I am a musician myself and sat in with Funktastic for a couple songs. They made me feel super comfortable on stage and it was a highlight of the night. They didn't have to do that, and went the extra mile to make our day extra special. Book this band for your event!
Reviewed On 9/26/2022 by Mack G
Funktastic is THE BEST!!!! Mike and Amber were just phenomenal to work with, and so accommodating to our unique needs. More importantly... they ROCK. They kept the dance floor moving all night and we got the most glowing reviews from all of our...
guests. Absolutely recommend!!!!
Reviewed On 9/24/2022 by Dave E
Funktastic is the best wedding band I've heard and we were lucky enough to have them be a part of our big day. They were all very professional and made the process leading up to the event super easy and comfortable. Would highly recommend them ...
to anyone considering! Not only did they make playlist suggestions but they allowed us to customize everything and they even learned a few songs for the set, which was super cool. Dance floor was packed the entire night and all of our guests are still talking about how much they loved the band even a month later. You should 100% book em!
Reviewed On 9/19/2022 by Haley F
We can't say enough good things about Mike, Alysha, and this band. We were in a tough spot with only a month to find a wedding band, and this team came through with an incredible performance (and with only 3 weeks to plan!). I feel like every o...
ne of our wedding guests had something positive to say about the band, and it truly made our night unforgettable. From the first conversation with Mike, to the planning and day-of coordination with Alysha, we were thoroughly impressed with the professionalism and preparation this group demonstrated. The vocals, instruments, and MC-ing matched/exceeded any live concert we had been to. Don't look any further, book these guys.
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2022
Hi Haley!! So awesome to hear we exceeded any live concert you've been to :) We squeezed in our wedding planning process in three weeks! We really wanted to make this extra special because of your previous band backing out last minute. Thank yo...
u for the wonderful compliments on our professionalism outside of the performance!! We are so thankful and honored to have been your wedding band.
Reviewed On 9/18/2022 by Michael J
If you are looking for a fantastic, classic, amazing band, look no further. My (now) wife only trusted me with a few vendors and band was one of them. I did a ton of research and it all led back to Funktastic. Not only did their demos standout ...
but their customer service leading up was second to none. From picking the set list to performing our first dance song and everything in between, they could not have been better to work with! Meagan and Mike were so responsive and accommodative in every respect! And for the wedding itself, our dance floor was packed all night! They were amazing… I lost count how many of my guests asked how we found them and who they were. A good band makes a wedding and they lived beyond the hype. 11/10.
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2022
Hi Michael!! An 11/10 rating!! Thank you so much for your incredible review of our wedding band! Awesome to hear that your dance floor was packed all night at VenueSix10! That really means a lot to hear our customer service was great, and that ...
you found us easy to work with! We had the pleasure to also build our own 24X16 raised platform stage, which was a blast to play on. A big congrats to you and Jane, and thank you again!
Reviewed On 9/15/2022 by Stephanie S
Funktastic made the reception a blast! Every expense was well worth it. We were married on 9.6.22 in Bloomington, Indiana at Whippoorwill Hill. We had a 5 piece band and an audio person. Funktastic sent a wide variety of music to choose from be...
fore the wedding and helped me build the setlist. They even added several new songs they memorized and sang as part of the package. Amber has a fantastic voice and brings the party--an excellent MC. They also shredded on guitar when we asked them to play the groom's favorite song, 'Kick Start My Heart.' The first thing any guest says that I've seen post-wedding is, "That band was awesome! Where were they from?" The answer is Chicago and they will make your day so special!
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2022
Thank you so much for your review of our wedding band! So awesome to hear that you received so many compliments about us post wedding :) We absolutely honored to have been a part of your special day, and loved learning your special requests too...
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Reviewed On 9/08/2022 by Melanie M
This band is incredible! First, they were so easy to work with to coordinate all of our favorite songs and curate a dedicated playlist. They even offer to learn 5+ new songs so that you can set the right tone and hear everything you want. Not j...
ust the actual dancing music, but they also facilitated ceremony/cocktail hour/dinner music too. Amber was an incredible MC, really made it feel like a dinner party! But most of all the dancing music was insane! They have such great energy and no one left the dance floor all night. Every song was a certified hit. It was such a fun night, we were sad that it ended! Our only wish is that it could've been longer. We highly recommend them. Thank you Mike, Amber and band!!
Reviewed On 9/06/2022 by Bianne T
This band MADE our wedding. They were absolutely incredible! People will be talking about our wedding for years to come because of this band. Mike was so great to work with!! Highly recommend this band if you can book them!
Reviewed On 8/26/2022 by Priscilla P
Where do I even begin? The best decision we made for our wedding was hiring funktastic! We booked them 2 years ago and we went all out with the 10 piece (HORNS HORNS HORNS BABY!). Mike was so wonderful to work with and assured us of the decisi...
on we made from his kind personality. We never felt like it was a transaction he truly wanted us to have the music of our dreams for our big day. We also added on the stringz for our ceremony and jazz trio for the cocktail hour. I highly recommend this! The consistency of music carries your guests through every part of your wedding and gets them even more excited to dance. Alysha was our MC the entire night and was so accommodating to video conference us beforehand for all questions. The song list they sent over was massive!! It took us an entire week to comb through it to choose our set list. We opted to get an additional hour of music (do it you won’t regret it). The first dances consisted of some songs we special requested and they learned and played them so well. It was honestly all just so magical. My husband and I never left the dance floor and we are still getting compliments about how amazing the band was. If I would change anything I would go back and book the 12 piece instead of the 10! If you’re looking for the best in chicago look no further…it’s funktastic hands down!!
Response from the Vendor on 08/29/2022
Hi Priscilla!! Wow! The best in Chicago is a compliment we don't take lightly! Thank you so much for such a thoughtful and wonderful review of our wedding band at Hotel Allegro! Your wedding was SO much fun and it's so nice to hear that you nev...
er felt like it was a transaction with us and that you found us wonderful to work with. It was SOO fun coordinating Strings, Trios, and a Big Band with you and Nick!! We are truly honored and grateful to have been your wedding band, and looking forward to keeping up with you both on Instagram!
Reviewed On 8/23/2022 by Alexi S
Funktastic is the BEST band in Chicago! Having amazing music and making sure our guests were dancing the entire wedding was the number one priority for our wedding day. After looking at a few other high end chicago wedding bands, we heard Funkt...
astic frequently played at the Basement and wanted to check them out. Mike invited us to come listen to the band at the Basement and we quickly knew this was the band for our wedding. Throughout the planning process Mike was responsive, attentive, timely and super helpful. He also seamlessly worked with my wedding planner and was happy to come to the walk through to ensure the day of would be smooth. When we started picking songs, we worked with Mike and his team to curate our songs across genres, and map out the night of music. Our guests never left the dance floor. They played every type of music from EDM to disco to 90s rap to Beyonce. They learned 6 songs for our day and rocked every single one. Guests were at the wedding from Chicago, New York, California, Israel, Florida and every guest kept commenting how amazing the band was. We booked the 16 piece band + the electric violin and DJ. The horns together were INCREDIBLE. The rapper was also a highlight of the night for songs like Crazy in Love, Roses and more. We wanted the singers on the dance floor, and they got on the dance floor with all of us. This band is truly incredible. I could go on and on about how amazing Funktastic is, look no further than Funktastic and know you'll be in amazing hands on your wedding day.
Reviewed On 8/03/2022 by Alex J
Funktastic completely exceeded every expectation we had! When planning our wedding, Funktastic provided an incredibly user-friendly and flexible setlist builder. It really makes you feel like you can curate exactly the kind of party you want. T...
hey're also willing to learn a few songs, as needed for special moments. They are probably the best band I've ever encountered at a wedding or event. We received compliment after compliment during our reception on the band. It's now two weeks later, and our friends and family are still talking about how good Funktastic was! I've even had people tell me they wished they would've spent every minute on the dancefloor to not miss out on any song they played. We would highly recommend adding on the extra horns, as it really elevated the party! Thank you again to Alysha and her band members for an incredible evening!
Reviewed On 8/03/2022 by Julia R
BOOK THEM NOW!! We booked Funktastic for our wedding at the suggestion of our planner during COVID without seeing them perform live. We were looking for a big band that had strong vocalists and an energetic, cohesive feel (i.e. not cookie-cutte...
r wedding band). We also wanted a mix of oldies for the beginning of the night and more hip-hop/pop for the end of the night. Funktastic absolutely blew our expectations out of the water. They do it all! Our guests still cannot stop telling us how amazing they were!! The dance floor was packed the whole night. Mike and Alysha were wonderful to work and the song selection platform is incredibly organized and easy to use. We look forward to seeing them perform live in the near future.
Reviewed On 7/26/2022 by Dori D
This band is theeee best! They had the dance floor rocking all night! Two things we heard the most from our guests was beautiful ceremony and awesome band! (Both included funktastic) Amber was a dream to work with and kept the party moving. Mi...
ke was also super easy to work with and we all just had a blast. We said afterwards we would hire funktastic for any party we had in the future. We all Just had the time of our lives! Can’t forget to include the dj Drew who rocked out the last hour. Only problem we had was…..we couldn’t dance alllll night!!!! 😂😂Thx again to Mike and Amber and Drew and the whole crew for making our wedding the best!
Reviewed On 7/12/2022 by Tim R
Funktastic was amazing at our wedding!!! You cannot go wrong with any of their packages! We had a jazz trio for cocktail hour, a jazz quartet for dinner, then the band kicked off the dancing with a 45 minute set followed by DJ Drew! Funktastic ...
was so incredible all night, all of our friends and family loved them! We spoke with a number of bands and DJs, and in many cases you don't know what you're going to get. After having by far our best call with Funktastic, we had the luxury of going to meet the band and watch them play at the Bassment. It was a done deal as soon as they started playing! Not only are they great musicians, but they are great people and so easy to work with. They are super flexible and can accommodate whatever you envision for your special day! Book them now before someone else does!
Reviewed On 7/07/2022 by Deanna W
Funktastic performed at my client's wedding this past Sunday in Madison, WI and everyone had a BLAST! It was an amazing day and we appreciated the fun and energy their entire band brought to the day. We also hired them on for cocktail hour (jaz...
z trio) and the ceremony (sound) and everything went smoothly. They were flexible despite some small changes on the day-of, and really easy to work with. We also appreciated working with Amber and discussing details before the wedding. Overall, we highly recommend Funktastic for your wedding or event needs!
Reviewed On 7/06/2022 by Melanie A
We hired Funktastic to play at our wedding in Carmel Indiana after hearing them at a wedding in Chicago. They are So Good, easy to communicate with and had everyone at our wedding on the floor the entire evening. If you are looking for a entert...
aining, very fun band please hire Funktastic. We had many friends and family members comment on how great the band was, we want to hire them again for another event.
Reviewed On 7/06/2022 by Matt P
Funktastic is the absolute BEST in the business! I have had the opportunity to see the Funktastic play at the Bassment, multiple friend's weddings, and then my own wedding. The energy, excitement, variety of music, and TALENT that Funktastic br...
ings is unmatched. If you are looking for an amazing wedding band then look no further! Thank you Funktastic for making our wedding the best night ever!
Reviewed On 6/28/2022 by Maddie C
Hands down the best decision we made for our wedding day...there wasn't a single person that wasn't on the dance floor the WHOLE night. When we got engaged they were the only band I wanted - after my cousin got married 3 years ago and my family...
was still raving about the band I knew we had to book them. From the beginning, Mike was so easy to work with, so helpful and so genuinely passionate about music and making sure everything would be great. The process is so simple and the amount of songs to choose from had us deciding for weeks...its so good! Amber was so helpful with logistical questions, timing, helping put together the set list...everything was amazing. Aside from the fact that they're all incredible musicians, they are true entertainers! Amber was right up next to me on the dance floor (actually on the floor at one point with me during Shout!) and there wasn't a second that the dance floor wasn't packed. We didn't want the night to end and can't recommend them enough. They are AMAZING and will get even the most timid guests on the dance floor. We even tried convincing the venue to let us stay longer so they could keep playing. We loved them!
Reviewed On 6/28/2022 by Ann C
Book them NOW! Funktastic makes the party! Their energy and talent is beyond amazing. Post wedding, I had four soon-to-be brides reach out for their information and one of my friends let me know that she sent them an email at our wedding recep...
tion because she had to have them! They really are that good! They are just so fun and planning with them is easy! So communicative and accommodating.
Reviewed On 6/24/2022 by Kayla G
The best decision we made was to go with this band! Funktastic was absolutely fantastic, and everyone was complementing and raving all night. Band > DJ. Elise helped make the night flow perfectly, and you could tell that they have done hundreds...
of weddings. Elise, Mike and everyone was the right amount of professional and fun. They also played a little 3 piece instrumental at our cocktail hour which was so great. The vocals were amazing, the band was fun, and kept the energy all night. 5 Stars!!
Reviewed On 5/18/2022 by Michael H
What an amazing performance! We had multiple people come up to us afterwards and say that our wedding was the best wedding they’ve ever attended. We attribute a huge part of that to Funktastic. They were incredible! Although their inventory of ...
songs is already massive, Funktastic learned a handful of songs by our request prior to the wedding. The Jazz Quartet, although I missed it due to wedding party photos, I heard was spectacular. I was really hoping somebody recorded it. Meagan, Mike, and the rest of the band were so easy, flexible, and a joy to work with. I highly recommend Funktastic and I hope to one day work with them again. You guys are the best!
Response from the Vendor on 05/24/2022
Hi Michael! Wonderful that you found us to be so easy to work with and that it was the best wedding your guests attended! We know it must have been hard waiting two years with the pandemic, but it created even more excitement for us to make sur...
e we put on the best performance ever. Congratulations to you and Jennifer :)
Reviewed On 5/16/2022 by Annie P
Funktastic was so great to work with for our wedding. The whole process from introductory meetings to working on the set lists was so easy and fun to do with them. The only thing we wanted was a huge dance party and we certainly got it! They a...
ren’t just any wedding band. They’re true professionals and made sure everyone had the best night ever.
Response from the Vendor on 05/24/2022
Hi Annie!! Thank you so much for your 5-star review for our wedding band at Turner Hall Ballroom in Milwaukee!! So awesome to hear that everyone had the best night ever. We enjoyed collaborating with you to create the perfect set list :) Thank...
s again!
Reviewed On 5/10/2022 by Michaela S
WOW. Just wow. My now husband and I have always said that our non-negotiable splurge for our wedding was getting a live band instead of a DJ, and we 10000% picked the best band ever by booking Funktastic Productions. We did a 10 piece band, and...
they absolutely rocked it and turned our dance floor into the best dance party of all time. Guests of every generation were raving about Funktastic and hardly left the dance floor all night-- the most repeated compliment we received about our wedding was that the band was incredible! From a planning perspective, Mike and Elise were wonderful to work with and made the coordination a breeze. I can not recommend Funktastic Productions enough! Run, don't walk, to book them for your wedding :)
Response from the Vendor on 05/17/2022
Thanks Michaela!! So awesome to hear we were the most repeated compliment and kept your dance floor packed all night. Nothing like a big 10 piece band! Thank you for being so wonderful to work with as well, and congrats to you and Zach!! We lov...
ed learning your special requests, especially the Acoustic version of "Sweet Child Of Mine" for the dance with your dad!!
Reviewed On 4/28/2022 by Emma R
Funktastic was AMAZING from start to finish! They were super easy to work with, learned the songs we requested beautifully, were timely and didn't give us anything at all to worry about, and most importantly the dance floor was PACKED the whole...
time & Funktastic really made it the BEST party ever! All of our guests have raved about how much fun they had dancing & singing - thank you so much to Amber, Mike, & the Band!!!
Response from the Vendor on 05/17/2022
Hi Emma! Glad to hear we didn't give you anything to worry about and that kept your dance floor packed the whole time. We LOVED playing your wedding at The Riviera in Lake Geneva! Your request of the band playing "Romeo and Juliet" by Dire Stra...
its for the parent dances was so memorable, and it makes us feel really good to hear we made the dance sets the best party ever. Congratulations to you and Jason!!!
Reviewed On 4/12/2022 by Kathleen B
Funktastic was.... FANTASTIC! Excellent musicians, fun, professional. We had the saxophonist and pianist as part of the ceremony. Their performance enhanced the ceremony and made the recessional and processional so special. The band played ...
the reception and we danced until the end of the night! They had a huge song list with a wide variety of genres from which we could choose. Great to work with! We would highly recommend Funktastic. Thanks so much Mike and all band members! (Happy Mother of the Bride and Bride)
Reviewed On 2/28/2022 by Nicole H
We saw Funktastic at a friends wedding in 2020 and knew we had to hire them for ours- and it was 100% the right decision! Mike & Alysha were so helpful through the entire process, giving their ideas but also letting us have full autonomy - they...
let us make the set list, learned new songs for us, and even let me father join them for 2 songs which was a really special moment for us. Funktastic played for our ceremony (guitar), during cocktail hour (instrumental jazz trio) and also during the reception (7 piece band). They were so engaging and kept the dance floor full all night- our guests did not want it to end! They are worth every penny & we are so happy to have them as part of our big day. Thank you Mike, Alysha, & rest of the crew!!
Reviewed On 2/09/2022 by Rachel D
The band was absolutely phenomenal - guests did not leave the dance floor! They did a great job reading the crowd and pivoting their set list accordingly; it was honestly the best ever! I cannot recommend them enough and had several guests reac...
h out since the wedding to get their contact info for their own upcoming wedding or for events they are hosting.
Reviewed On 2/03/2022 by Bridget E
BOOK THIS BAND FOR YOUR WEDDING. When we started planning our big day, a fun live band was #1 on our list. We talked to a few groups, but we knew Funktastic was the one right when we talked to Mike. They brought our vision of a big, New Orleans...
party to life! They worked with us to put together a set list based on our likes and their expertise. Everyone was on the dance floor all night! (Literally everyone, our 84 year old grandma stayed until the last song.). The band was the highlight of the night for so many of our guests, weeks later we are still getting compliments about them. The attention to detail they gave us was incredible. Mike, Alysha, and team were responsible, diligent, and made our planning stress free. I would recommend them one million times over.
Reviewed On 1/21/2022 by Rob F
Our review in a nutshell: hire Funktastic immediately. If you want everyone to have a great time, party the whole reception, and be entertained by talented and fun people, they're for you (I guess if you don't want those things maybe look elsew...
here). We had a relatively small wedding, and they still added so much energy that I think it's possible every one of our guests commented how great the band was (including some that texted us after because they wanted Funktastic at their wedding). Just watch their videos and remember they are even better in person. Alysha, the lead singer, will be the best wedding singer you've ever heard, and she'll make sure everyone has a good time, whether it's a slow dance or "Shout," and may even get out in the crowd with the mic for some songs. We had a 6-piece band for the reception and a jazz trio for cocktail hour, and while I'm sure adding some horns would've taken it to a whole new level, every song sounded awesome. They also have super reasonable pricing, and Mike and Alysha were great to work with leading into the wedding. Plus, they offered to learn up to SIX songs, which considering their song list is so extensive to begin with you most likely won't need all of them, but still, that was more than any other band we talked to, and they KILLED those songs we had them learn. Just make sure you wear comfortable shoes, because I don't think we left the dance floor all night.
Reviewed On 1/04/2022 by Alexis R
We had a wonderful experience with Funktastic! Throughout the entire planning process, they were extremely communicative and quick to respond. This was especially helpful as we had a COVID postponement, so we really appreciated the band's commu...
nication and friendly energy! One thing is for certain, Funtastic sure knows how to keep the energy high and the guests dancing. We had SO many compliments on the band and many told us it was the best band they have ever heard.  The only thing we would have changed is that we wish the band would have stuck to our original set list - but we later found out that this was due to the lead vocalist falling ill, and songs needed to be swapped to cater to the vocalist who stepped in for her absence. All that being said, we were extremely happy that we chose Funktastic and would definitely recommend to anyone considering them!
Reviewed On 12/15/2021 by Jocelyn S
Funktastic was absolutely amazing, completely made the party, and were a delight to work with! We had previously seen them play at another friend’s wedding and knew they would be perfect for our event. They were more than willing to learn the f...
ew songs we asked for, though they have a gigantic portfolio to choose from as well and keep the energy and momentum throughout the evening. If you want a fantastic party where your friends and family refuse to leave the dance floor and beg for the band to play just a little bit longer, then you should 1000% hire Funktastic.
Reviewed On 12/11/2021 by Ashley M
After listening to at least 10 event bands in Chicagoland, I’m confident Funktastic is the best wedding band for anyone looking for a talented, kind, and FUN group of musicians for their big day. We had many professional musicians and recording...
artists on our guest lists, so I knew it was going to be a tough crowd. I’m pleased to say that all of our guests were impressed and had a great time. Funktastic was engaging, energetic, and skillful. They connected with the audience, and even the kitchen staff came out from the back to see where that incredible sound was coming from. I highly recommend this band. You can trust them to deliver on a variety of song genres, roll with any changes on your big day, and bring a positive and fun attitude to your party. Perhaps the best perk of this group is that they bring a sound tech to the event who is working the whole time - not just during setup or initial sound check. This was so crucial for us, as the mic was being used by different people for speeches throughout the night, and the performers sometimes moved through the crowd. This let everyone speak and sing with confidence; if the sound was a bit off, it was rebalanced within 7 seconds. All of our guests said how much they loved the band, and several people took contact information from me or the band members to hire them for their own weddings. You can have absolute confidence in Funktastic when you decide to hire them for your party.
Reviewed On 12/09/2021 by Leigha H
We cannot say enough good things about Funktastic! We had high expectations going into our wedding and they completely blew them out of the water! Mike and his band members were incredibly easy to work with and super responsive leading up to t...
he wedding day. We had so much fun working with them on the set list and felt like it reflected us as a couple and the vibe we wanted at our wedding. We had guests telling us that they were the best wedding band they have ever seen and, even though we may be biased since we chose them, we have to agree! You will not regret choosing them and your guests will have a blast!
Response from the Vendor on 12/11/2021
Thank you so much for your 5 star review of our wedding band!! Your wedding at The Walden in Chicago was absolutely amazing and I'm glad to hear that we were very responsive, easy to work with, and matched the vibe. LOVED playing your Dave Matt...
hews song "Ants Marching", that will definitely be in our repertoire now :) Congrats to you and Tim!!!
Reviewed On 10/31/2021 by Rob O
Oh my God - what a party! Major +1 to what all the other reviews say. Funktastic enhanced the vibe of our wedding so much. We had literally almost everyone tell us how incredible our band was. Mike, Amber and their team were absolutely amazin...
g to work with and went above and beyond to understand our vibe, style, etc. It truly was one of the biggest highlights of the night. I cannot recommend them enough! Thank you so much for the memories, my friends!
Reviewed On 10/12/2021 by Bonnie S
Funktastic was so easy to work with! We spoke at a length with Mike after viewing several of their videos from other weddings as well as speaking with couples who had used them at their wedding as well! Every single person raved about them and...
said that they absolutely made their wedding incredible! We too can now say that Funktastic was amazing!! The guests danced all night and we are continuing to hear from them how much they loved the band!! Our wedding was 7 hours away and at no time did any of the logistics become an issue. Any questions that we had were immediately answered and I can honestly say that working with Mike and his entire Funktastic crew was one of the easiest and most incredible experiences. Thanks for being such an important part of Jami and Nick’s magical wedding weekend! ❤️
Reviewed On 10/05/2021 by Brittany P
Honestly 5 stars will never be enough for this incredible band! You need them for your event! Amber and I had a connection that made our wedding incredible and easy! Amber from the beginning helped with the planning process and all playlist nee...
ds. She assisted in getting an amazing schedule that went seamlessly during the whole night! And OMG her voice was BEYOND incredible! Her personality got everyone to the dance floor the entire night. The whole band was so talented. All of my husband’s groom men are musicians and the entire night thgey kept saying what a talented band it was. The drummer was INSANE! Amber even coordinated with one of our groomsmen to play the sax during our first dance and it was so special! If you go with anyone but Funktastic and Amber for your event you’re doing it wrong!!
Reviewed On 10/03/2021 by Jack D
Funktastic Productions absolutely blew us and all of our guests away. They were very accommodating during the planning process and had the entire dancefloor packed the entire night of our wedding. We can not recommend them enough!!!
Reviewed On 9/23/2021 by Ashley W
If we could give 10 stars to Funktastic, we would. Their musical talent is best of the best. Our network has attended A LOT of weddings over the years and so many guests came up to us saying that Funktastic was the best wedding band they've eve...
r heard. The energy they brought kept our dance floor full the entire night and people are still talking about them a week later (probably years to come). If you are thinking about booking them, do it, and I promise you won't regret it. Booking them was best decision we made in all of our planning. One could get married in an empty room with nothing else, and if you just hired Funktastic to be the band, you will have an amazing night. We originally booked Funktastic in 2019 for our Sept 2020 wedding. We ended up postponing to Sept 2021 and Mike was so empathetic and understanding about the situation. We felt like the whole band had our backs and were so flexible with everything throughout the process, including handling some last minute changes day-of. They truly wanted us to have fun and the best night. You can feel the group having fun together when performing too. Wedding planning is stressful, but when you are working with good people, it really helps the process. We can't wait to continue supporting Funktastic, referring them to all of our network, and already want to throw a party for a big anniversary and would be honored if they are able to play again for us. Pro tip: add live music to your ceremony and cocktail hour, add the horns, add dance floor lights, listen to their great ideas, and your wedding will be the best day ever!!
Reviewed On 9/18/2021 by Michelle O
Funktastic Productions was an absolute JOY to work with. Mike is awesome. We had a great time getting to know him and hanging out prior to our wedding day. Music is a really important part of our day and Mike worked with us a ton to make sure o...
ur set list is customized to what we wanted. On the big day our guests had a blast. Our wedding was the party of our dreams and a huge part of the that was because of Funktastic. My brother sings and we had planned ahead of time for him to perform a song with the band, and after that they all loved jamming together so much they brought him up again for the last song which was literally one of the most special moments of my life. THANK YOU so much Funktastic. Our wedding would not have been the same without you. Can't wait to visit you guys at the Bassment!
Reviewed On 9/16/2021 by Claire C
Funktastic was the best investment of our wedding! Mike was super friendly and helpful when we were first deciding to book and then Amber was fantastic as our band leader/MC throughout the planning process and the wedding day itself. They have ...
an awesome selection of songs and learned special requests as well... but honestly they absolutely rocked whatever they played! Everyone spent the whole night on the dance floor because they kept the party going and somehow Amber, my husband, and I were all down on the floor during the last song of the night- they know how to keep it fun! We had so many compliments from guests about how amazing the band was and cannot recommend them highly enough. Thank you all for an awesome night we won't forget!
Reviewed On 9/16/2021 by Justin H
There was one compliment we heard over and over from our guests during and after our wedding, "The Band was AMAZING." We couldn't agree more. When we started our wedding planning process, my Fiance and I talked about what aspects of the wedding...
were most important to us. The band was at the top of both of our lists. That's why we set out to find a band right away. After listening to Funktastic's videos we knew we had to hire them right away before they got booked by someone else. Mike was incredible to work with. He was more than happy to answer any questions, work with any of our other vendors or provide feedback and advice. The musicians on the day of our wedding were all phenomenal. My wife and I, as well as every single one of our guests spent the majority of the night on the dance floor. If you want people to dance and have a good time at your wedding, look no further than these folks. They were flexible, communicative and professional. A++++ Thanks Mike and team!
Reviewed On 9/06/2021 by Will J
I first saw Funktastic perform several years ago at a River North lounge and I became a fan. My wife and I were so happy having them perform at our wedding ceremony and reception. The guests loved the band. Book now. You won’t regret it.
Reviewed On 9/02/2021 by Lillian G
Wow, wow, wow! Funktastic MADE our wedding celebration. Not only are the band members incredibly talented, but they were so friendly and high energy. Funktastic was spectacular and all anyone could talk about was how great the band was. They...
even learned our first dance song! They were so easy to communicate with and I cannot recommend them enough if you are looking for a real crowd-pleasing musical experience!
Reviewed On 8/11/2021 by Sam W
Funktastic was the perfect band for our wedding. They put on an unbelievable show; people were texting us days afterwards to say how great the band was. They were super accommodating and easy to work with, I can't recommend them highly enough.
Response from the Vendor on 09/01/2021
Thank you for this wonderful review of our band! So happy to hear that people were texting you days afterwards about us. We had a BLAST and thank you for being so wonderful to work with. There's nothing like having a powerhouse horn section :) ...
Congrats on a beautiful wedding and wishing you and Spencer all the best!
Reviewed On 8/10/2021 by Matt S
We cannot express how amazing Funktastic was. Despite the pandemic and all our delays, they were always attentive and made sure we were all on the same page as we re-planned our wedding. They were extremely accommodating and on top of everythin...
g as we pushed everything back. Getting our music picked out and a set list planned was easy and fun given how large their song list options were. They also were amazing about learning new songs for us for our first dance/parent dances. Amber was phenomenal as our point person and MC for the evening. She really took all the pressure off of us in regards to keeping things on time. Leading up to the wedding, she responded to our many questions in a timely manner and was able to handle all of our small day of requests. Day of the wedding, she kept everything on track and did a great job keeping the party moving and energy high. We received so so so many compliments on the band from our guests. Everyone was telling us how great their energy was, how much more fun the dancing was because of the band, and how supremely talented they were. They were engaging, fun, and the highlight of the night. We cannot recommend Funktastic enough!
Reviewed On 8/04/2021 by Trevor G
I don't know where to start. Everything with Funktastic was absolutely flawless. Started with talking to Mike about playing our wedding that was originally scheduled for 2020 but was postponed due to Covid and they were able to accommodate our ...
one year postponement without any issues. I ended up working with Alysha who is so incredibly talented and she worked with my wife and I to create the most perfect setlist. We had a few songs that we wanted to be played that weren't in their song catalogue (including our first dance) and they were able to learn the songs and perform them so beautifully. I am a drummer and I asked them if I could play a song with them during the reception and they were happy to let me play and we had a blast playing together (the crowd loved it). You can always tell a great band by how many people are on the dance floor and for how long. Everyone's seat was empty the entire night. Everyone was dancing from start to finish due to the amazing talent of the band and the engaging words from Alysha in between songs. We have received so many compliments about Funktastic, and how people felt like they were at a live concert instead of a wedding and how couples now want them to play their weddings. They made our wedding better than we could have ever imagined and made it the best day of our lives. Bonus: they were able to provide us with some string musicians for our ceremony, and a DJ for our after party making the entire wedding easy and seamless.
Reviewed On 7/28/2021 by Kayta G
Funktastic was absolutely spectacular!! It was such a joy getting to work with Mike and Alysha. Leading up to the wedding they were communicative and phenomenal to work with! The song selection process was fun and easy. At the wedding they were...
AMAZING! They learned our first dance songs and were able to play those live. So many of our guests said they loved the setlist and that the band's performance was a highlight of the evening, and we couldn't agree more. We HIGHLY recommend working with Funktastic - they were the absolute greatest!! As the bride I didn't leave the dance floor once because I was having so much fun. Every member of the band is so very talented! Thank you again for making our night so memorable!
Reviewed On 7/23/2021 by Corey B
We couldn't have had a better band at our wedding. The Funktastics were amazing and would recommend them to anyone in the future. With a large variety of songs to choose from, you can create your own set list for your wedding day. As an added b...
onus, the band will learn new songs if they don't currently play it. Meagan was excellent vocalist and very easy to work with to create our song list for the evening. Can't say enough good things about them! Definitely don't miss out on the opportunity to have a great band play your special day.
Reviewed On 7/19/2021 by Michael C
What a great band! Compliments from all the guests. As the groom I had ONE important job- get a great band. DONE. These guys will keep the dance floor rocking. So fun. This is a can’t-miss. Thx
Response from the Vendor on 07/20/2021
Hi Michael, our band had a blast at your wedding celebration at The Skokie Country Club in Glencoe! I especially loved when you surprised Cindy and sang "You Make Me Feel So Young" live with the band. We especially enjoyed nailing your Louis A...
rmstrong and The Four Tops requests. Looking forward to staying in touch!! -Mike
Reviewed On 7/12/2021 by Hannah L
Amazing performance! We were not only impressed by the vocal talent but also the energy the entire band brought to the performance. Funktastic was excellent and certainly made our event. We would definitely book them again and can't recommend t...
he band enough. They were amazing to also accommodated my request to have one of our guests sing with them for a special song. Our wedding would not have been nearly as much fun without them!
Response from the Vendor on 07/20/2021
Hi Hannah! Thank you for these wonderful comments on our vocalists and the band's energy. I'm glad to hear we made your wedding special at Row 24 Chicago. Our team loved planning the perfect set list with you and packing your dance floor. Your...
guest singing "At Last" with us on stage was a really fun addition to the evening! Congratulations on a beautiful wedding!
Reviewed On 7/08/2021 by Matthew Z
Funktastic did an incredible job at our wedding. The setup, ceremony and reception was all top notch and they took care of everything. The band made the wedding fun and engaging for everyone! They had a ton of songs to choose from and even gav...
e us the option to pick ones that he would learn and play for us. The band was so good we had everyone commenting on how much fun and talented they are! Mike also is a great MC.
Response from the Vendor on 07/20/2021
Hi Matthew, thank you for this wonderful testimonial! Our band had a blast playing your wedding at Discovery World in Milwaukee. Kicking off the dancing with "The Conga" was perfect. Our Hora Medley with our singers singing Hebrew was definite...
ly a top highlight :) It was great watching you and Courtney being lifted up in the chairs! Congratulations on a beautiful wedding! -Mike
Reviewed On 6/14/2021 by Kris F
Hello, I was the MOTG who sprung for the band. They could not made a better choice! Funktastic was FANTASTIC! Guests did not leave the dance floor! I can’t say enough about this group. Girls, you have the most awesome voices! Thank you for ...
making the wedding so special!
Response from the Vendor on 07/05/2021
Hi Kris, Thank you for your wonderful review! Kim and CJ's wedding at The Herrington in Geneva was SO much fun! Our band especially loved learning the Ben Folds, Van Morrison, and Mareen Morris songs for the First Dances. I'm glad to hear we m...
ade their wedding special and best wishes to Kim & CJ. Looking forward to staying in touch! -Mike
Reviewed On 5/30/2021 by Brian F
Mike, Alysha, and Funktastics were easy to work with, organized, talented, and worth every penny. My wife and I love the blues, Motown, and R&B and they delivered. Such a great ground with high energy and even set sound levels well with proper ...
lighting. I mean, we will hire them again one day. Highly recommend them and think the works of all of them. They were all so, so kind. Wow!
Response from the Vendor on 05/30/2021
Hi Brian and April, Thank you for this wonderful 5-star review! This was such a fun evening and we're looking forward to staying in touch with you!!
Reviewed On 10/11/2020 by Trish G
We had a chance to see Funktastic at The Bassment last year and it was an absolute pleasure. The way they all play together in such sync is amazing to see and keeps you thoroughly entertained the entire night. My fiancé and I (still boyfriend a...
t the time) joked that night that we should have them be our wedding band whenever the time came. Fast forward to our wedding planning and without hesitation we already booked them! SO happy our date was still available and we could NOT be more excited to have Funktastic be part of our celebration! Take the time and watch their livestreams - they are phenomenal, and we can confidently say their live performance has been one of the best we've ever seen in Chicago - and we are quite the live music goers!<