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KUDMANI - Louisville Wedding Band
Thank you for your interest in planning and executing an experience of a lifetime. We are relentless in our pursuit of euphoric joy so that your guests will have no other choice but to laugh, sing, and dance the night away with you. The experience is the greatest gift that you can give your wedding guests. Your best day ever awaits! Our price includes:
1) Comprehensive Reception Planning
2) Onsite Ceremony Music (wireless mic / lavalier mic and sound system included)
3) Cocktail Hour Music
4) Emcee Services
5) DJ Services
6) Lights and Professional Sound System
7) The KUDMANI Band - Yeah Baby!!!
Watch our wedding video, read our testimonials, and have confidence that the greatest day of your life awaits. Our clients have awarded us with Hall of Fame honors on the Knot and "Couples Choice" on Wedding Wire based on their experiences. Leo has named us "Reader's Choice" and the Voice Tribune has awarded us with "Dance Party of the Year" honors.
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- Guitar
- Keyboard
- Percussion
- Vocals
Music Genres
- Dance
- Disco
- Hip-Hop
- Pop
- R&B
- Rock
Music Services
- Live Music
- MC Services
- Recorded Music
- Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
- Wedding
- Reception
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My daughter’s father passed away 8 years ago from pancreatic cancer. He was a drummer in several local bands in the area when he was younger. Every time we attend a wedding or a dance he’s comment would be “they needed a band.” So, when our daughter got engaged, I knew he would want her to have a band at her wedding. I started looking for wedding bands and sending requests, I received messages back from several bands, but when I contacted Kudmani Band, I received a 30-minute phone call from Sammy tell me about their band and the entertainment benefits the band provided. We discussed we didn’t want a sad wedding even though her dad would not be there to walk her down the aisle, or to have the traditional Father/Daughter dance with her. Her father would want her day to be upbeat and happy. We also didn’t want to deny the Groom and his mother their traditional Mother/Son dance. I was sold on the band, but it was the bride and groom’s decision. My daughter thought the price was too high but after considering they were doing the music for the ceremony, the cocktail hour and the reception she decided it was worth the money.
Afterwards we have all decided it was money well spent! Everyone loved the band; people keep asking me how I know Sammy? They really thought he was a friend we had flown in from Orlando to emcee the whole affair! Everyone had a great time and danced from the first song until the last, that included the youngest to the oldest. Our photographer that has done numerous weddings stated that Sammy was the best emcee she had seen at a wedding, and she had never seen wedding guests so involved. All the band was so talented and played exactly what the bride and groom requested.
I made it through the whole day without shedding a tear, even when the band played “September” (Earth, Wind and Fire was the last concert my daughter and I attended with her father) and “My Girl” a song he always sang for me and my daughter. The whole wedding was upbeat and happy, just as we wanted. We highly recommend Kudmani Band and know your wedding day will be as special as my daughter’s and her husband’s.
The best band ever! Had everyone on the dance floor the entire night. Of all the vendors, the band was the best money we spent! Amazing
Amazing band. Sammy and the entire band had the dance floor full all night. Great entertainers! Best wedding ever! So much fun!
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We used the Sammy Kudmani Band to play at our May 2024 wedding at the Muhammad Ali Museum in downtown Louisville, and it was the best decision we made. Honestly, our first decision was to hire them, and then we rushed to get a coordinator, venue, etc.
First, Sammy is an excellent MC who gets everyone fired up. His music is incredible; they know how to get people onto the dance floor, and literally, all of our guests were telling us about how great the band was. Need further proof: we had a few couples that were pushing their 50th anniversary and said they hadn’t been on the dance floor in over 5 years until this wedding and this band.
We used Courtney Samuel Events to help plan our entire day, and between the two of them, it was the best decision that we made. I’d highly recommend hiring the Sammy Kudmani Band, as they are hands down the best band in Kentucky!
Sammy and his band were GREAT to work with. Would highly recommend them! Kept the party going!!!
We had Kudmani play at our daughter’s wedding. They did and amazing job! The dance floor was packed the entire evening consisting of people ranging in age from 20 to 85. The music covered a wide range of genres. So many people told us how great the music was. Band members interacted with the guests which made the evening even more enjoyable. We highly recommend Kudmani for your wedding.
Sammy and his band took our wedding to the next level, and made everyone feel so comfortable taking the dance floor across all generations of our guests there. The degree of crowd engagement he commandeers is incredibly valuable and made our wedding experience better than I could have imagined. He made my bride and I feel like rock stars the moment we stepped foot in our venue, and he even offered to get my parents a drink at their table. He’s a true class act. Several people asked how I knew Sammy Kudmani so well; is he your uncle? Your family friend? This is the kind of commitment you can expect while working with Sammy; incredibly charismatic and has nailed the formula of how to make your wedding the best ever and the one your friends will try to emulate. Thanks Sammy and team, we love you!
Selecting Kudmani to perform at our wedding reception was the easiest/greatest choice we made.
To start, I found out about Kudmani through one of my buddies weddings. Sammy and crew rocked the house and made the entire wedding!
I put a request on their website on a Saturday afternoon. Within 30 minutes I received an email/text/call from Sammy to ensure the band was available during the day we needed.
Sammy was easy to get a hold of with questions, requests or last minute items to check off the list. They were the easiest to work with throughout the entire process. They drove to Southwest Ohio to rock the house for our wedding.
The band sounded outstanding and did a wonderful job keeping people entertained and on the dance floor. They also did a great job towards the end with a dance with my wife and I at the center.
We have received over 20+ compliments on how amazing Kudmani did and how they sounded. A few folks even said it’s the best “wedding” band they have ever heard (I agree).
The band was so nice, accommodating and ultimately you can tell they love to be entertainers.
When it comes to booking your next band at a wedding, banquet or reception, it is SIMPLE, KUDMANI SHOULD BE YOUR ONLY CHOICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sammy, and his band will make your wedding reception the best ever!
Every one of the guests at the wedding could not have had more fun.
Thank you again!
THE BEST!! I can’t imagine a better band. Our dance floor was packed from beginning to end. Sammy is a true showman and fantastic to work with. My daughter was so so happy they were her band and that’s what it’s all about on her wedding day.
We have had the pleasure of seeing Sammy Kudmani at two different weddings and they were amazing both times. When it came time for our daughters wedding we knew who we were hiring and the experience was even better.
He includes the bride, groom and family in the show. Thats exactly what it is, a show that doesn't stop and everybody feels like they are part of it. He keeps the evening on schedule without feeling rushed. He makes sure your night truly is THE BEST NIGHT EVER.
This small space does not allow enough room to fully express it. But it has been a year now and we still have people comment to us to this day on just how spectacular the wedding night for our daughter and son-in-law was. Sammy Kudmani and his band were a huge part of it. Sammy is the consummate professional, handling every detail of the process flawlessly, so that us and our family could thoroughly enjoy the evening. And that we did. During the course of the evening, and even in looking at the pictures since, I see the biggest smiles on individuals faces that I have ever seen. It was a priceless experience. We’ve had the chance to enjoy other wedding receptions since where Kudmani was in charge of the fun, and Sammy and his crew are on point every night. Do yourself a favor and book your event with Sammy and look forward to the best night ever!
Kudmani rocked our night! Sammy and the rest of the crew kept the crowd going despite the 40 degree weather and was one of the highlights of the night! People were on the dance floor all night long dancing the night away! They were great to keep events going and show excitement all along the way. I have received so many compliments of how much all of the guests loved the band and how smoothly the entire reception went. I owe that all to Kudmani! I even received compliments on how talented the singers were! They gave us a great encore and exceeded all of my expectations. We communicated several times over the year and a half engagement and was super helpful in working out all of the details and request. They made our families feel so included and loved throughout planning and the reception. They helped make the day absolutely perfect. Some of my favorite pictures are from reception. From ringing the cowbell, being serenaded on stage, to even crowd surfing. It was a FUN night!!
Kudmani rocked our night! Sammy and the rest of the crew kept the crowd going despite the 40 degree weather and was one of the highlights of the night! People were on the dance floor all night long dancing the night away! They were great to keep events going and show excitement all along the way. I have received so many compliments of how much all of the guests loved the band and how smoothly the entire reception went. I owe that all to Kudmani! I even received compliments on how talented the singers were! They gave us a great encore and exceeded all of my expectations. We communicated several times over the year and a half engagement and was super helpful in working out all of the details and request. They made our families feel so included and loved throughout planning and the reception. They helped make the day absolutely perfect. Some of my favorite pictures are from reception. From ringing the cowbell, being serenaded on stage, to even crowd surfing. It was a FUN night!!
KUDMANI IS THE BEST!!!
Aside from throwing an AMAZING wedding party for us, Sammy Kudmani is a great person to work with! He called us 10 minutes after submitting an inquiry about his band, and he spoke to us for over an hour about all the details and answered every question we had! Sammy is worth every penny and more, as he was always easy to contact, and called us to give us updates and info every step of the way. He was very easy to work with / planning with our wedding coordinator too! When our musician for our cocktail hour bailed at the very last minute, Sammy picked up the slack and covered no problem! He saved our cocktail hour and did it with style and ease! He is a HYPE MAN, and gets people on the dance floor and keeps them there. I can't tell you how many people were shocked when they danced the whole time and how he got everyone (all 150-ish people) involved on stage and dancing at our wedding. We had so many people compliment how great our reception was strictly because the band was so good! If not for the music, lock in Sammy for your emcee - we had dozens of people asking where we found our band and our emcee and it is all Sammy! My wife and I looked at A LOT of bands beforehand too, and we went to hear each one of them play live, and I have to say KUDMANI rocks the house and puts on a SHOW!!! They are extremely kind, great musicians that play great music perfect for any wedding!!! You will not go wrong booking this band! They are seriously the BEST, most professional wedding band you can find!!! THANK YOU SAMMY!!! You seriously made our wedding the best wedding everrrrr!!!
KUDMANI were the perfect band for our wedding day! All of the members are very talented, professional, and FUN! We(and our guests) had an amazing experience with Sammy and the band. We loved the flawless transitions in our processional/recessional songs and cocktail hour. Sammy is the ultimate emcee and hype man and will get everyone on the dance floor and even on stage with the band! Our guests loved the interaction and some even got to play cowbell and tambourine. Sammy took great videos of us while we were dancing and ensured that our photographer could get anywhere he needed around the band for the best photo opportunities. Sammy stayed focused on us, the bride and groom, and did everything he could to ensure our night was flawless. He even got us our first drinks as we were sitting down to dinner! We loved our experience and can't wait to party with KUDMANI again at our friends' weddings!
Sammy is the best!!! We had a brunch wedding which is a little unusual, but he got the crowd excited about all the music, dancing, and fun. My dad had a blast playing the cowbell! They even customized a song for me to the tune of ‘Sweet Caroline’ and called it ‘Sweet Liv of Mine’. It was so thoughtful and personal. He gave clear instructions and kept the crowd entertained. I have never been to a wedding with a band, and had no idea how it would go, but it was incredible. Everyone had such amazing voices and were so talented on a myriad of instruments. I couldn’t believe it was actually them singing ‘Don’t Stop Believing’ and had to look and watch them because it sounded exactly like Journey. We had a great time and wish we could have kept them performing longer! But due to out of town guests and a Sunday brunch wedding, a lot of people had to leave to catch their flights, etc. I would recommend Sammy over and over. They are incredible.
I was just married on 8/26/23. I knew from the beginning I wanted a band as I know what a difference it makes from previous weddings I have attended. My husband was hesitant once we started looking at prices. We finally found Kudmani who was in our price range and that seemed…suspicious. Haha. So I did some further research and read prior reviews. I sent an interest email one night and Sammy texted and then even called within 20 minutes! After a couple of discussions on specifics, we booked the Kudmani band! From the beginning Sammy was attentive and detail oriented. You can tell he has performed at so many weddings and really knows what works and what doesn’t. He was eager to listen to our requests and help make our wedding special to us. He was flexible and always so full of positive energy. You can’t help but smile/laugh when talking with him. The wedding night was so memorable and a lot of that is due to Sammy and the band. Everyone was on the dance floor from the start and it stayed crowded every second of our 4 hour reception. That is due to the high energy, fun, and fantastic music that comes with booking this band. Friends and family members have since talked about how great the band was. Sammy was attentive throughout the evening and made sure me, my groom, the bridal party, and our families were having the best time. There are many other bands out there but I can guarantee you will not regret booking Kudmani!
Sammy Kudmani and the Kudmani Band are incredible! I just can't express how magical they made my daughters' wedding...yes, that's 2 daughters! When my oldest daughter got married, she wanted a band. I was hesitant due to the extra cost (as compared to a DJ)...well, I am so thankful that we booked Kudmani Band! As soon as we started planning for my youngest daughter's wedding, she said she wanted Kudmani! This time, there was no hesitation! Sammy is such an amazing entertainer. He kept the guests actively engaged, laughing, singing, and dancing. The dance floor was packed the entire night! You could just see how much fun everyone was having, and we had so many guests go on and on about how much fun the reception was due to Kudmani. The best part for my husband and me was seeing the pure joy on my daughters' and their husbands' faces as Kudmani engaged everyone by bringing people up on stage, leading the crowd in singing, personalizing songs to the couple, and ensuring that everyone had a great night. We were so impressed with all of the personal touches Kudmani Band provides. Everyone was truly sad to hear the announcement of the last song...I can't put into words how much we loved Kudmani and how they provided so much more than just wonderful music for our reception...they created such an amazing atmosphere and created priceless memories that we will forever treasure! We would highly recommend Kudmani Band!❤️
Oh, my goodness! This band was fantastic! Not only were they talented, but they also knew how to make it so much fun! I danced, sang and loved every minute. Perfect band for a perfect wedding!
Hiring Kudmani for our wedding day was hands down our BEST investment! They are a wonderful band that was engaging, sang all the hits, brings props, and were so fun. Sammy (emcee) carried the energy flawlessly throughout the night and spoke to our guests as if he's known them for years. They covered a huge spectrum of genres and knew how to get people on the dance floor and engaged. We are still hearing from our guests how much fun they had at our wedding, and that they loved the band. If you're on the fence, book them!
Kudmani made my son’s wedding extra special and fun! He spent time to get to know us personally, and that came across throughout the evening. The song choices were perfect for dancing at a wedding for all age groups to enjoy. I loved how interactive he was with the crowd, and the red tambourines were so fun for both the adults and kids! Even the bride’s grandmother was on the dance floor dancing! The lead singer was terrific! It was the best band / music I have ever heard at a wedding! I would give Kudmani 10 Stars!!
Best band ever!!!! Sammy truly made my day so special. I would recommend this band to anyone who wants to have the best wedding ever!! Sammy went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. He offered to help in anyway needed and it was so appreciated. The band was AMAZING! They got the crowd so excited and everyone engaged. Sammy even made a video for us to watch the night of. I would truly refer this band to anyone!!
Sammy and his band were fantastic for my daughter’s wedding! They got the whole place dancing right away. Sammy has great energy and keeps the party going. The band is very talented and can sing a lot of different music. Thank you Sammy and band for a wonderful evening!
I highly recommend this band. They are so talented and fun! Sammy is extremely personable and very accommodating. The singers talent is off the charts! Listen to a video of their performance and book them, you won’t be disappointed. 🤩🤩
Choosing Kudmani for our wedding band was definitely one of the best choices we could have made for our wedding!! Not only did they do an amazing job on our actual wedding day, but Sammy was very personable and attentive from the second we inquired about booking them for our wedding. When my husband reached out via email, Sammy immediately called us and took the time to go over every detail of our wedding, answer all of our questions and just genuinely wanted to get to know us and make sure they could help make our wedding the best day ever (which it was)! For our wedding, we didn’t specify any songs that we wanted played but Kudmani knew all the right songs to get everyone up dancing and involved! It’s been about a month since our wedding and I’m still getting complements on what a fun wedding it was and how amazing Kudmani was!!
Kudmani is the best wedding band! They played at our daughters wedding and made the night incredible! They were able to please all generations. Everyone danced and had a great time! I highly recommend them!!
From the initial consultative phone call to the big day Sammy was always able to answer questions and make us feel excited for our wedding day. We continue to get compliments on how fun our dance floor was and it’s all thanks to Kudmani! When we wanted to play a special song that my husband and I like to karaoke the band was able to play it through the speakers as the last song of the night and it was so special! Thank you Kudmani for the best wedding ever!!
Great band. We danced the night away! 100% recommend
Cannot say enough great things about Sammy and Kudmani. Right from the start Sammy got everyone engaged. From the minute Kudmani started playing there was no one in their seats. Everyone was dancing from my 5 yr old granddaughter to my 90 year old in-laws. Sammy was a perfect Emcee and the band was great….especially the female singer! If you want an over the top fun reception…..you need Kudmani there!
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In my lifetime, I have been to many weddings but hands down Sammy and the Kudmani band were the best ever. The music was fantastic and the way they packaged and presented the music was superior to anything I have ever witnessed. They sang among everyone on the dancefloor, they provided tambourines to people dancing. Sammy was on the floor mixing and encouraging everyone to party and have a great time. Some people who were older and we're unable to dance said they just enjoyed watching their great entertainment. You can’t go wrong choosing this band.Their great YouTube videos give you an expectation but their live performance made them the most impactful wedding band ever. I wish I could go to another wedding to see them again. Outstanding! 5 Stars.
The best way for me to express how amazing Sammy Kudmani and the KUDMANI band is would be the fact that our wedding was a month ago and every conversation we have had with guests from our wedding has each started with how amazing of a time they had because of the band! From the beginning of our time planning, we envisioned our night to be full of dancing, singing, laughter and simply the best time for all ages… this is exactly what KUDMANI promised our night would be and we can ensure they did not let us down!!! Sammy was very thorough in the months leading up the wedding to set a timeline that would be perfect for the evening. He was quick to respond to any questions we had, and never failed to remind us it would be the best wedding ever (not to sound biased but it was!!!). From the moment our cocktail hour began to the last song of the night, we never had to worry about a single thing because we knew Sammy had it under control. We had every guest dancing and singing all night long… no one wanted the night to end! We would HIGHLY recommend Sammy and the KUDMANI band to anyone who wants to have the best wedding!!!!
I cannot say enough about THIS BAND! They were amazing, the very best ever. Sammy was wonderful. He took all of the worry away, he kept us organized and on track the night of the wedding. The band was fun, interactive and engaging. The mingled with the crowd while playing/singing, it was the best night ever. Hands down, the best. I encourage you to talk to Sammy and book Kudmani. You will be so happy you did.
KUDMANI is THE wedding band! If you are looking for a band to get (and keep) your guests on the dance floor - look no further than Kudmani!
KUDMANI did a phenomenal job at our wedding!!! I can't say enough about not only the music at the reception - but the members of the band, Sammy Kudmani, and the overall energy and enthusiasm they bring! They brought the hype to our wedding reception, got the guests off of their feet, and even had instruments for guests to play along! Sammy Kudmani made sure everything was organized, in order, but overall fun and light! As a type A bride, I knew I would not have to worry about anything once I turned it over to Sammy. He takes care of you and personalizes the experience according to your vision.
Top notch band! Book them, you'll only regret it if you don't!
-Sophie and Gray Wilson
Kudos to Sammy Kudmani and his band! He truly made my daughter’s wedding reception one to remember- not just for the parents or the bride & groom but by everyone who attended.
As soon as my daughter got engaged, she and her fiancé immediately started searching for bands. To her the most important part of her wedding besides marrying her true love was to have the day that not only she would remember and talk about long after but that her friends, family and all guests would as well.
So after reading a few reviews & watching their incredible video, we had to call. Due to my daughter’s work schedule I was the main contact and Sammy was very accommodating. ( some vendors don’t even want to speak to anyone but the bride or an official wedding planner, as if the vendor would be wasting their time or not get the bride’s input) Sammy made sure this nervous mama was at ease even after her daughter changed cities. And he was sure to gather info from the couple to make their wedding one of a kind.
Fast forward to the big night- the band was AMAZING- so talented and fun. Sammy was a great emcee, professional and engaging- from the name pronunciation of all wedding party members to encouraging everyone to dance. At one point I looked over and saw my 2 year old granddaughter and the grooms 82 year old grandfather dancing- both rocking the tambourine. Kudmani made that happen! So many compliments later on about how much FUN the event was. I am thrilled we booked Kumani- you will be too.
Kudmani exceeded our expectations! 10/10! Everyone was on the dance floor the entire night and multiple guests had bruises on their hands from banging on the tambourines! My husband and I had swollen feet for 3 days because we danced HARD!
After the wedding, everyone told us how much they enjoyed Kudmani and I have a feeling Kudmani will be our family band as we have many weddings in our future!
We thoroughly enjoyed working with Sammy as he is very organized and made sure our reception was 100% what we wanted. Sammy is always available to answer any questions and his main goal is to make your wedding the most memorable day! Do yourself a favor and make the right decision by booking Kudmani!
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We cannot say enough wonderful things about Kudmani! When we booked them we knew they would be great, but had no idea HOW great they would make our wedding! We just celebrated our one year anniversary and people are STILL talking about how fun our wedding was and how amazing the band was. Sammy was a wonderful MC and kept everything moving along perfectly. For our bridal party intros we wrote special, funny things about each person and Sammy was the perfect man for the job! Everything from the energy they brought, to the set list, and the tambourines and cowbells- we could not have asked for more. I had several people tell me that their spouse usually doesn't dance at weddings, but they did at ours! That tells you everything you need to know about how fantastic Kudmani is! I could go on and on about how happy we were with our decision to book Kudmani and am so grateful for all they did to make our wedding the most memorable night!
Thanks again for all that Kudmani did to make our wedding day so special! The band made the reception memorable for everyone that attended! The Band did an amazing job of getting everyone engaged and on the dance floor. We received so many comments/compliments from our guests on how awesome Kudmani did! Kudmani also even agreed to travel out of town from Louisville to Indianapolis to perform at our Reception, which we are so grateful for! Katherine and I would recommend this band to anyone thinking about utilizing them for their Wedding, it was the best decision we made!
Kudmani band was the highlight of our wedding! The dance floor was full the entire night with family and friends of all ages, exactly what we had hoped for. The musicians were incredible- jaw-droopingly good! Their sound filled the room and their set was perfect for dancing and keeping the vibe upbeat and the party going! The musicians interacted with us and our guests, making it personal and even more fun!
The group was so welcoming and they also seemed to be having a great time with us! They invited us up on stage and gave us the opportunity to see all of our loved ones celebrating and dancing with us- that view is one of my favorite memories from or wedding and I am grateful to Sammy for making this happen!
As for logistics, working with Sammy was one of the easiest parts of wedding planning. He was extremely responsive whether I texted, called, or sent an email at any point throughout the process. Our conversations left me super excited about our upcoming wedding. The group did the music for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, taking a big load off. They also took it upon themselves to figure out logistics with our venue, another huge help.
We did not have a planner or day-of coordinator, and Sammy took charge that day. He helped line us up for walking down the aisle, ran the reception with the first dances, cutting the cake, and on to the party. He made sure everything ran smoothly- I would never have known if something had not because he took care of it! It was like having a good friend guide us through the ceremony and reception- I know this is what they do, but it sure felt like our wedding was their most important event of all time! I will forever be grateful to Sammy and Kudmani for helping us have the best wedding ever!
Kudmani, truly was everything we could have hoped for on our wedding day!! The band was incredible, playing a great variety of songs that appealed to every age demographic. I would 100% recommend this band to anyone who wishes to party hard and have the night of their lives. Kudmani has been a part of several of my family members’ special days and has never been anything short of AMAZING!!! Kudmani not only has an outstanding band, but an enthusiastic emcee in Sammy. He kept the crowd engaged and made sure the flow of the evening was smooth and fun. You cannot find a better wedding band in the city! This band made my husband and I feel like superstars and incorporated all of our special requests. We give them an absolute 5/5 star rating!
Band was amazing!!!! So fun...
There are no words to describe how amazing the Kudmani Band is. Sammy is one of the most attentive, enthusiastic and genuine people we have ever met. We found out about him and the Kudmani Band through online research since we were going to get married outside of Lexington, KY and also wanted a band for the wedding. First off, we were blown away by the reviews and the videos they have posted on their website. From the singing, to the song choices, to the joy seen in people's eyes- we knew this would be the best band for our wedding. We called to book Sammy (who is very popular so it's important to schedule far in advance) and it was like we were calling a long lost friend. He immediately wanted to hear our story and our interests while being super enthusiastic and engaged the entire time. After booking him, the process was super easy to set up what we would like done and the music we would like played. Before our wedding day, Sammy promised it was going to be the best day of our lives and we both 100% agree that it truly was. All the reviews are true. The singing is as amazing if not better in person and throughout the entire time while we were dancing and singing, everyone, including us, had a massive smile on their faces. Some people in attendance at our wedding who had troubles with bands at their weddings couldn’t stop raving about how great Kudmani was and wished they could do it over with him. The bridal party introduction was compared by many friends to a "massive sports game" and it gave everyone chills of excitement. Sammy and his band will go above and beyond expectations and not only will you feel joy with the music but also a sense of relief because when Sammy says he is going to make it the best day of your life, he will make it the best day of your life.
Sammy and his gang made the wedding night. Their energy had the whole room on their feet the entire time. The song choices were phenomenal. They truly let you customize whatever you want for your special day. When he says he will take care of it, he will. They truly are the best. If you want people to still be talking about your wedding months later, book Kudmani.
Julie Dupont
Kudmani made our whole wedding experience! Sammy was the perfect MC and the dance floor was packed all night long! They are SO personable and easy to work with. If you want your wedding to be a party- HIRE KUDMANI!
We hired Kudmani for my daughter's wedding and could not have been more pleased. Sammy is very personable and easy to work with. Every detail was worked out and followed through. There were absolutely no glitches, and they sound great. Sammy is an excellent DJ and Emcee. The entire band is great, you will be pleased!
My husband and I had the best day, largely because of the amazing vendors. Kudmani was awesome. They kept the party going and everything flowing extremely well throughout the day/night. Everyone stayed on the dance floor past closing time and continues to bring up the great environment months later. Sammy was engaging. His ability to make everyone feel special and remember all of the people that have hired Kudmani in the past are great examples of how much they care. Several members of our family have hired the band and they have yet to disappoint.
Seriously can’t even begin to explain how amazing the Sammy kudmani is!!!! From the first day of talking to Sammy on the phone to the wedding date he was there to make sure it was Going to be the best night ever, and it truly was!!! He makes sure every song is perfect, that the crowd has a great time, and that your night as a bride is stress free!!
The band was simple amazing. Engaged everyone. Would definitely recommend
The KUDMANI Band KNOCKED it out of the park!!! From the first interaction with Sammy, I knew they were the band for our special day. The moment I inquired with the KUDMANI Band, Sammy was quick to call, add me on FB and make my husband and I feel that we were on top of the world.
His spirit carried throughout the rest of planning, quick communication and sweet as ever.
The first time we heard the band warm up, everyone's mouths dropped as we thought it was a recording of Whitney Houston. INCREDIBLE.
They know how to party!!! 10/10, would hire again and suggest to all future couples!
KUDMANI!!!! This band is a guaranteed good time! Two things people are still talking about from our wedding is how EPIC Kudmani was and how much fun Tanner and I had dancing literally ALL night!!! Kudmani was a major highlight of our night and our reception wouldn’t have been half as fun without them. They kept everyone dancing and involved the entire time. On top of their wonderful performance, they are sooo talented!
I cannot recommend them enough. I hired Kudmani based on recommendations from many of my friends. I had never heard them preform when I hired them. BEST DECISION I MADE! I told everyone that if Kudmani wasn’t available to play at my wedding then I would just hire a DJ because I knew no one would be as good and memorable as them. Everyone in the band is so incredible.
From pulling us on stage to dance to the tambourines, they were sooo amazing.
Thank you Kudmani for making our wedding so special and fun!! I want to do it all over again just to keep partying with Kudmani!
This is without a doubt not only the best wedding band in Louisville, but the best band I’ve heard at any wedding, any where! They kept the crowd entertained and on their feet the entire reception! Trust me when I say, you won’t be disappointed!
Speaking as a parent of the Bride, I cannot say enough about the KUDMANI BAND!!! They are AWESOME! Sammy is an excellent emcee and communicator. My daughter and her husband wanted a certain introduction when entering their reception and they nailed it! Sammy wants to be sure your event is everything you dreamed of and more. We had so many compliments, and the guest loved them. You will not be disappointed, book them for your wedding ASAP!
We loved the Kudmani Band and would highly recommend them to any wedding. They had our crowd up and dancing all night. They also did an excellent job as an MC.
Do yourself a favor and book this band! Kudmani does a wonderful job not only playing great music but keeping the party going. They are the most engaging band I've seen when it comes to getting the audience excited and keeping the momentum all night long. I've heard them play at a couple of different weddings, one of which I coordinated. When working with them as a Coordinator, they were extremely detail oriented and easy to work with, making sure everything got taken care of. Some bands (or even DJs) just play music at weddings and don't care about the logistics such as keeping things on schedule and making sure all the prep work is done well in advance - they did all of that. Guests love them, clients love them and vendors love them - all for good reason!
Sammy and the Louisville Wedding Band were fabulous! Sammy promised that people would be dancing to the very last song -- and he delivered! The mix of music was fun for young and old! I highly recommend!
The band was awesome!! Sammy was just a blast, very engaged with the guests, they all commented about how great the band/music was!!
If you want a dull, boring wedding with an empty dance floor, absolutely DO NOT get the Kudmani band.
If you want to keep the dance floor packed all evening and leave your guests exhausted from all the fun they had, Kudmani is just the ticket.
Sammy Kudmani and his band played for our daughter’s wedding in April 2022. The wedding was beautiful and everything ran like clockwork, but the one thing we heard most from our guests afterwards was what a great time they had. Credit to Sammy and the band.
They were consummate professionals, from their arrival and setup of a great backdrop and light array to the last note and load-out.
Sammy worked closely with our day-of coordinator to keep things on schedule. He made sure that speeches and special dances began on time and that everyone knew what was coming next. His suggestions for how to present the special dances were spot-on and worked perfectly.
But Sammy’s greatest strength is his ability to read a room and do exactly what is needed to keep the energy at a high level. Whether it was going to just the right song or engaging with the audience – more cowbell! – Sammy managed to keep everyone dancing or laughing, or both.
The Kudmani Band are fine musicians who do much more than just go through the motions. They enjoy what they are doing, and that enjoyment is infectious. At the end of the evening, as Sammy announced the last song was near, each song brought more people out onto the floor, boosting the energy, leading to another song and then another, and ending with the dance floor just as packed as it was at the outset. Sammy’s mantra throughout was “best wedding ever.” It was just that.
The band was very engaging with the wedding guest. Very positive & upbeat. The band emphasis we were to have the best night & we did
Planning and communication was very professional and timely! Provided a wide variety of music and will do their best to fulfill requests! Bonus - you get Sammy as an awesome host/emcee! Band vocals and sounds were terrific!!! Our daughters NYE wedding was everything she dreamed of!!!
Thank you Kudmani!!!!
You will not be disappointed!!!
Sammy and the band went above and beyond to make my sons wedding day the best day ever! He interacted with the families, was energetic and got the guests involved. We had several comments on how great they were!
Kudmani is what made my new daughter-in-law and son's Wedding Reception. There were several things that Kudmani did that were outstanding. Sammy took the reins and not only played the guitar, he was also the emcee extraordinaire. Because of his efforts, just about all of the attendees were up dancing and having a great time. Kudmani had one of its band use a mobile device where he could move from place-to-place to ensure the sound was even throughout the facility. The band played slow and fast songs from the 1970s through the current time to the enjoyment of all. And last but not least, they could sing!
Kudmani and the band exceeded all expectations! There's a lingering anxiety that your friends and family may not enjoy your wedding reception on the level you want but Kudmani made that anxiety go away almost instantly. He is very interactive which leaves no guest bored or unenthused. Our dance floor was packed with laughter, dance, singalongs, and instruments. My little nephew even ripped his shirt off in excitement and danced the night away on stage with the band. The live music is unbeatable and voices unmatched. I highly recommend booking Kudmani for your wedding reception. You won't be let down!
When planning for our wedding, we knew we wanted live music. It’s our thing. My husband owns a brewery where he books live music weekly and has worked with many musicians so he was up for booking our wedding band. Our venue was in Louisville (not where we lived at the time we started planning) so it was all up to reviews, word of mouth, etc. He googled Louisville bands and listened to about 5 suggested and KUDMANI had the sound we hoped for so we took a chance, and so glad we did. Upon searching for more information KUDMANI hooked us up with all the details we could ever want to know and a crucial part for us was that he would handle all of the duties of an MC. (One less vendor to hire because he’s a packaged deal.)
He kept our wedding running smoothly, answered any questions the guests may have had, got people up and dancing, and made our New Years Eve countdown nothing short of EPIC. This band, unlike many of our other vendors, did not charge us more to book on NYE— same price as any other day.
He was happy to call and discuss song choices, itinerary preferences/options and he went to great lengths to make sure he was meeting all of our wants and needs. He was very genuine and knowledgeable about all things music and wedding. He communicated and worked closely with our wedding coordinator (very well) and was prompt to setup all equipment and conduct a sound check all before guests arrived at the ceremony. They also “dj’d” our ceremony and cocktail hour music and did a fabulous job.
In the months leading up to our wedding, we had the opportunity to watch KUDMANI play several times at other weddings and each time affirmed our excitement to have the band be a part of our special day, too. He made sure that the spotlight remained on us the entire evening and made us feel like celebrities on our big day.
When people attend weddings, they remember dancing and music, and we’ve already had RAVE reviews from our friends and family all thanks to this rocking band. We would recommend KUDMANI to any and everyone who wants to throw an awesome party. KUDMANI band will NOT disappoint.
From the ceremony to the reception, Kudmani was AMAZING. I was a 2020 bride that had to reschedule multiple times, and Kudmani worked with me on finding a solution. Our November 2021 wedding had the best dance floor and overall vibe because of Kudmani. They kept people entertained and dancing. Ive never seen a dance floor packed until the very end of a wedding- until I saw Kudmani. They have all the energy and talent to make your wedding the BEST WEDDING EVER.
Kudmani was everything my husband and I could have hoped for in a wedding band and more. As a bride who had to reschedule her wedding from 2020 to 2021 due to covid, having one less thing to stress about was amazing. Sammy and Kudmani were great to work with, professional, had good communication leading up to the big day, and killed the day of. Our wedding was in July and all our guests are still raving about our wedding band to this day and how much fun they had at our wedding. “Best emcee ever” “best wedding band ever” “most fun wedding ever” was all we heard all night. They even got the people dancing who “hate to dance.” They deserve more than five stars. Book now and enjoy your big day ❤️
I cannot say enough good things about Sammy and KUDMANI. If you are considering a band for your wedding, Sammy is one of the most delightful individuals to work with. My fiancé and I had some exceptionally challenging circumstances leading up to our wedding. Sammy was not only understanding and accommodating during those times, but he displayed that he was much more than just a wedding vendor. I cannot say enough about his character, his integrity, and his compassion. You will not regret choosing Sammy and the KUDMANI band.
From when the guests were first seated, until they left for the night, Kudmani was incredible. Sammy got the guests involved early, and got everyone out on the dance floor, young and old alike, and made them feel part of my daughters wedding.
You can tell Sammy is full or energy, and he passes that on to all the guests to make it a very memorable wedding. One of my friends commented this was the best wedding band he has ever seen, and I couldn't agree more! Almost a week after the wedding, people are still telling me how much fun this was, and Sammy was a big part of that. Hire Kudmani, you won't be dissapointed!
Kudmani helped us make our dream wedding become a reality. They are so easy to work with and helped everything go as planned on our wedding day. They helped us stay on schedule and helped coordinate everything with us.
From the moment we called to check available, they brought ALL the energy. As the bride and groom, we may be a bit biased but it really was the best day ever and so much of that is because of Kudmani! Highly recommend this wedding band for anyone looking to host a party of a lifetime! They helped keep the party rocking all night long and we couldn’t have been happier.
08/14/21. BEST DAY EVER!
We hired Sammy KUDMANI and his band for our daughters wedding and they were FABULOUS!! All of our guests kept coming up to us throughout the night expressing how great they were! Sammy controlled the evening and was so genuine and energetic! He focused on the Bride and Groom and let them and their bridal party take center stage at any time. Even our most introverted relatives were out on the dance floor having a blast! If you choose a band other then KUDMANI for your wedding, you made the wrong choice!!! Thank you Sammy for the best night ever!!!
Outstanding, Awesome , Talented, Entertaining , and just lots of FUN! I am the father of the bride and while my daughter's vision was for an elegant , meaningful day of celebration , she and her husband -to -be also wanted their day to be filled with joy and just be a plain old good time. Enter Sammy Kudmani and the other members of this talented band. Not only was our night filled with wonderful music but you are doubled blessed to have Sammy's high energy and crafted talent as the MC for the entire evening. From my daughter and son -in -law's first contact with Sammy a year ago to the end of the wedding evening Sammy promised an EPIC time and was willing to do anything to make it a special day. Without question he and the band delivered, exceeding our expectations a hundred fold. Sammy and his band members have long musical backgrounds, some with associations with industry icons. Several members sing as well as play instruments making this band have a very versatile and pleasing sound . As the dollars mount up for a wedding, and mount up they will, prioritizing for this band is so well worth every single cent. From the moment Sammy opened up the dance floor it was never empty, and I mean NEVER, the remainder of the evening. Weeks after my daughter's wedding day we still have people saying how much fun the evening was and many expressing that it was the best and most fun wedding they ever attended. When your only child is a daughter, often a dad's desire, my desire , was that she had the magical day she had always dreamed of in her heart. I feel blessed because she indeed did. My daughter was married to the love of her life, celebrating the day surrounded by family and friends in an EPIC atmosphere . Thank you to Sammy and the Kudmani Wedding Band for adding so much to making her day so very special!
If I could give 100 stars to the Kudmani band I would! They made our wedding entertainment nothing short of AMAZING! Sammy was a phenomenal emcee, and was so great at getting the guests excited for the evening and out on the dance floor! We loved the extra props they brought with them, like the tambourines and the cow bells. The most special moment was getting up on stage with the band, my husband, and bridesmaids, and singing at the top of our lungs while shaking the tambourines. It was a truly amazing evening, and our guests can't stop talking about how incredible our band was, and how much they loved the variety of music that was played! My husband and I made the best decision ever by choosing the Kudmani band for our wedding reception! Future brides- go ahead and book them now, you definitely won't regret it!!!
I really was so happy Christine and Eric had you play at their wedding! It really made their wedding very special ! The music and introducing the wedding party was great! I think they had a perfect wedding ! We are very blessed ! It was “The best wedding ever”😀👍 Everyone told me too!👍
Our son was married last month and he was adamant about hiring Kudmani, and he did. Well, he absolutely made the 2nd best decision of his life. Our gorgeous bride and handsome son were the stars of the show but all credit goes to Sammy Kudmani and his amazing entertainment. Our evening was incredible, spectacular, and truly enchanting. You could feel the love in the air the entire evening. Sammy’s smile and energy is contagious. The musicians were outstanding. The female lead singer sounded exactly like every artist that she sang and boy could she sing. Not too loud and not too crazy just the perfect balance of fun energy.
Kudmani entertained everyone at our wedding and we all had the best night of our life! Every time I see one of our guests now, they immediately comment.. Wow what a wedding! Sammy had everyone engaged with grand smiles of happiness for our very special evening. If you are thinking DJ, stop and reconsider. With Kudmani, you will not ever wonder if it was worth it or if you made the right decision, and you will not wonder about when to cut the cake. Kudmani leads the event and prepares you for what and when and it is seamless. The worst that could happen is that they won’t be available for your special day.
The music, love, and entertainment by Kudmani is absolutely incredible. I would hire them again and again. Thank you Kudmani for an absolutely amazing best day of our life! Our son and new daughter loved and appreciated everything you did to make their forever day so full of love end life and so much fun. Thank you! Their love is forever sealed with the happiest memories!! 💗💗
From my initial inquiry until the day of the wedding - and beyond! - Sammy Kudmani was the epitome of professionalism! I cannot adequately express the difference he made in my daughter's wedding. He - and the entire band - know exactly how to get and keep a party going! Within an hour of the reception, I had so many of our guests telling me how amazing they all were - especially Sammy! My nephew said that Sammy was born to be an emcee! I agree! It felt as if he was part of my family. He even offered to be a point of contact for my daughter and son-in-law because he lived near where they were honeymooning!
I still have friends and family talk about Sammy and how 'EPIC' he made the reception.
I would tell you to look no further - hire Kudmani - I guarantee you you will be very happy with the choice. And if you still aren't sure, just send an email to Sammy. He will respond immediately - and probably with a phone call! After one conversation, you will be sure!
During the craziness of the pandemic - and scheduling and re-scheduling the reception - Sammy was the one thing that I knew I could not do without!
I don’t even know where to start with this review for KUDMANI, they truly excelled in so many ways, more than I could have imagined. I honestly cannot say enough amazing things about Sammy and the KUDMANI group. From day 1, Sammy was incredibly energetic, enthusiastic, honest, professional, thorough in every aspect leading up to our wedding. The moment I sent in my initial online ‘request’, Sammy called me 20 minutes later to discuss everything they had to offer, and in the first 5 minutes of that phone call, I knew that I wanted KUDMANI at our wedding. Sammy truly listens and cares what the bride (and groom) want and executes flawlessly. Everything from the ceremony music, cocktail hour, reception entrances and reception party went so smoothly, largely in part to him keeping us on the schedule to make sure we had maximal dance floor time (my #1 request). His MC skills were perfect, fun, yet still incredibly professional. His band is also absolutely amazing!!! SO TALENTED. Their song list is vast, and the variety is so impressive. Our wedding was nearly 2 months ago and we STILL have people coming up to us and telling us how much fun our wedding was and “your band was the MOST FUN AND TALENTED wedding band we’ve ever seen!” They take it to another level with the cowbell and tambourines they bring for people to dance with.. so unique and so amazing. The dance floor was never empty, and I later realized that I never used the bathroom the entire reception because I was having too much fun dancing and didn’t want to “miss” anything! The only thing I regret is not having a longer reception to enjoy KUDMANI longer. Trust me, if you planning your wedding, you need a band, and specifically, you NEED KUDMANI.
Kudmani made our wedding! Our guests had such an amazing time and we attribute all of it to the awesome entertainment! Sammy is easy to work with and provides an amazing timeline to help with wedding planning! Definitely worth it!