The internationally acclaimed special event band!
$5,000 starting price
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Nicole Burton
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AWARD WINNER (5X)
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Nationally-renowned, award-winning Chicago band Maggie Speaks has performed worldwide for the most prestigious Fortune 100 corporate events & conferences, galas & fundraisers, festivals & weddings, and shared the stage with some of music's most iconic celebrities.
We understand the modern wedding. You want your music done the way you like it, and you want to make sure your guests of all ages have a great time. See why the contemporary professionalism of Maggie Speaks has made them trusted names for some of the highest-profile events in the nation. Then, if you need it to be bigger, expand into the Talk Of The Town Big Band – add strings and horns to make your event larger than life! Whether you're a fan of dance and hip-hop or jazz and rock, we will collaborate with you to create the perfect bespoke playlist to elevate your special day. We also provide a wide range of additional services to ensure your big day is unforgettable, from live music to energetic MCs. Let's get started!
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- Becky PhelpsWedding Sales DirectorBecky joined Magnificent Events & Entertainment in 2010, working with clients in the corporate, wedding, gala, private social, country club, festival, and night club market to provide top-quality entertainment for their events. Becky’s extensive experience in a wide array of markets allows her to find the perfect fit for our client’s entertainment needs. Becky grew up in Illinois and graduated from the University of Kansas with a Human Development and Family Life degree. Becky began her professional career as an Event Sales Manager with Levy Restaurants, where she worked with many Fortune 500 companies to plan and execute corporate and private events and banquets. Becky furthered her career experience as Catering Sales Manager with the Bravo Restaurant Company, where she worked with large national corporate clients and destination management companies to plan numerous private, corporate, and social events. In addition, her work included planning and coordinating private dining experiences at many of Chicago’s most renowned restaurants for large tour groups around the country.
- Nicole BurtonDirector of SalesEmmy award winner Nicole Garza Burton, Director of Sales, is a force with over 20 years in the entertainment industry. She specializes in event production, client relations, and live performance. Nicole earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Columbia College in Vocal Performance with a minor in Music Business and Production in 2008. Nicole has been an integral part of Magnificent Events and Maggie Speaks since 2008, and can help with any of your event and entertainment needs!
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5.0
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Maggie Speaks and its bands have consistently received high praise for their exceptional performance at weddings, with reviewers highlighting their ability to keep the dance floor packed and cater to various music preferences. The vocalists are commended for their talent and versatility, engaging with guests and maintaining energy throughout the event. The band leaders, like Robby and Becky, are praised for their professionalism, responsiveness, and organization, contributing to a seamless and memorable wedding experience. Clients appreciate the extensive song list, smooth communication process, and the personalized touch brought to each event, making Maggie Speaks a highly recommended choice for wedding entertainment.Review photos
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Christine S
5.0
9/24/2024
Maggie Speaks performed at our wedding on 09/21/2024 and we have nothing but positive things to say about them! Leading up to the wedding, the band leader was communicative and super helpful. The second the band started playing people could not leave the dance floor. They were truly amazing and I highly recommend them to anyone looking to hire a band!
Vendor response 09/24/2024
Christine, Thanks so much for having Maggie Speaks provide the sound track your wedding. ...
We had so much fun with your family and friends. We so appreciate the trust and the positive feedback.
Kelly J
5.0
8/26/2024
Maggie Speaks is the best wedding band in the country!!!
The whole process from initial inquiry to wedding day was so smooth!
We were able to add on a stage to our contract at a later date when we saw it could fit into our budget.
Choosing songs was such a fun part of the process! Their song list is extensive - there is nothing they cannot play!
The vocalists are top notch! Each one is unique and they come together to cover every genre of music you could think of!
The band leader was able to be an MC as well - they announced everything from the speeches to special dances.
They read the room throughout the night and every musician on stage gives so much energy, so there was absolutely no lull on the dance floor! It was constantly packed as they were engaging with the guests the whole time!
Anyone who is conflicted between a DJ and a Band - the band is always worth it! It is 100% a full concert experience.
We had many people say our wedding was “the wedding of the century” and I have to give most of the credit to Maggie Speaks!
Vendor response 09/24/2024
Kelly, Thanks so very much for having Maggie Speaks at your wedding. When a fellow musici...
an on the scene selects us to perform, it is the ultimate compliment, knowing how well you know music as well as all of the options out there in the market. To be your choice means the world to us and we so appreciate the trust.
Any questions?
Colleen O
5.0
8/26/2024
Maggie Speaks reigns supreme for providing music to which ALL generations will get up and dance! This is the SECOND time I hired Maggie Speaks as we also used Maggie Speaks a few years ago for our first daughter’s wedding. They were terrific then and, if anything, Maggie Speaks outperformed for this wedding in August 2024! The dance floor was packed! Folks were still dancing when the wedding ended. Nicole Garza was a gem of a lead singer as was Chad. Chance was a great emcee. IF you get a chance for Maggie Speaks to play for your wedding reception, hire them!!
Vendor response 08/26/2024
Colleen, Thanks so much for the kind words. We are so honored to be part of not just one,...
but two life changing family events for you. We had a great time with your guests and are so pleased to read these words. Please don't be a stranger and come see us at one of our public shows!
Katie G
5.0
6/17/2024
HIGHLY recommend spoken four! They have performed two weddings for our family over the last few years. When my dad suggested having them again after they were the highlight of my sister’s wedding, I was so excited! They are very easy to work with leading up to the wedding. They’re professional, organized and timely with all communication. We chose the package to have a keyboard played for the ceremony and the music was beautiful. The musician was able to play all the songs we had selected. They absolutely rocked all the announcements the whole night, including me and my now husbands grand entrance! Last but not least, they kept the party going ALL night! Entertaining and engaging, they had everyone dancing from our littlest guest 3 years old to our 70-80 year old guests. They were respectful of my requests! From levitating by dua lipa to Jesse’s girl, they crushed it all! Thank you spoken four for giving me the dance floor of my dreams!
Vendor response 06/19/2024
Katie,
Thanks for having Spoken Four at your wedding. We love playing multiple weddings ...
for the same family but making them each unique so that your personality runs through the big day. Your guests and family are awesome. We are honored to have provided the soundtrack for the night. Come see a show again soon when you can!
Gina B
5.0
5/20/2024
Maggie speaks was so incredible, they kept the party going all night long. They are able to provide a complete sound package for ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. My guests were raving about how good they were, and we were happy how they really tried to tailor their set list to the music that we both enjoyed. Nicole was so nice to work with, very communicative and made sure all details were perfect before hand. She helped us organize the timing for speeches and dances and all the details we didn’t know how to organize. Thanks to Maggie Speaks, we will see you guys again soon
Vendor response 05/24/2024
Gina, Thanks for having Maggie Speaks provide the sound check for your big day. Your gues...
ts were a blast to play for. We love seeing packed dance floors and smiles on faces. We appreciate the trust. See you soon at some shows!
Meagan B
5.0
3/02/2024
We got married this past August in Lake Geneva, and our first call after booking our venue + date was to Dave with Maggie Speaks. I've worked with Dave previously for charity events, and he so generously plays at the Mulliganeers St. Pat's Party every March which is where my husband and I first met. We knew how special it would be to have his band play at our wedding, and are so grateful he made the trip in from Arizona for it too!
We had extremely high expectations for our wedding band – almost unreasonable – and somehow Maggie Speaks blew them out of the water. We took them up on their master of ceremonies offering, and also also added on a string trio to play at our cocktail hour, which was so nice to consolidate vendors for. They gave us such an extensive lists to work with and after we went through and picked some of our favorites, we left it in their capable hands to do their thing.
From the first note that they emitted from the stage to the final strum of the guitar, the dance floor was PACKED. They really made the set list feel like our own personal playlist that made the night so special – people are still talking about how much fun our dance floor was, and how they've never seen a wedding dance floor like that before. We even added extra time and loved how they brought this up with us in advance as something to consider.
There are a lot of choices to make for your wedding band, but we will never forget the environment of that dance floor the night of our wedding because of Maggie Speaks, and we couldn't imagine the night without them. They played hit after hit, kept the energy up the entire night, and even sprinkled in some personal touches for songs along the way. We are so impressed with how they continuously raise the bar at the events they play at, and would 10/10 recommend you use them!
Vendor response 03/05/2024
Meagan,
Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. We are trul...
y humbled by this. I am so glad we have had the chance to get to know each other over the years. All of the charitable work you do is inspiring. The wedding was amazing. Your guests really love to dance! Looking forward to continuing to see each other at the galas!
Kara G
5.0
11/14/2023
You absolutely have to book your wedding band through Maggie Speaks! We chose Final Say as our band and it was the BEST decision. Becky from Maggie Speaks is great to work with from the beginning and helped us figure out which band to book. We’ve seen Final Say at other weddings and they were great, so we went with them! The band leader, Robby, is amazing. He worked with me to help create a detailed schedule of events for dinner with speeches and intros. He was super responsive and great to work with. He is an awesome emcee and helped coordinate everything on the night of! Then the band started performing, and the dance floor was packed from the first song to the last. We actually paid to extend another 30 minutes at the end because no one wanted the night to end! It’s been a month since our wedding and people are still talking about the band. The members of Final Say are professional, incredibly talented and just so much fun. They can read the room and know exactly what to play next to keep everyone dancing. I can’t say enough good things about Final Say - thank you for making our wedding night perfect!!!!
Vendor response 11/15/2023
Kara, Thanks so much for booking Final Say for the big day! We had a blast and are so ho...
nored to have been part of such a huge life moment!
Samantha F
5.0
10/15/2023
We had Shout Out perform at our wedding and they absolutely crushed it! Our dance floor was full the entire night and 1 month later our guests are still talking about how much fun they had!
Vendor response 10/15/2023
Samantha, Thanks so much for having us at your wedding. We are so thrilled to have been p...
art of the big celebration. Thanks for the trust and for being such a fun crowd!
Cherrie H
5.0
10/11/2023
First of all, if you are on the fence about hiring a band or DJ or trying to find the right band, please let me help you with your decision: HIRE FINAL SAY! These guys will blow you away! From the start, Robby the band leader, was the consummate professional. He was very attentive and listened intently to our concerns. We have a little bit of an older crowd and we were nervous that no one would be out on the dance floor. My adult kids were also encouraging us to get a DJ instead of hiring a live band. But we knew better. We had a few zoom calls with Robby and we relayed our concerns and he was so calm and patient and we were able to put all our trust in him.
Fast forward to the wedding night…first of all, he was an EXCELLENT emcee. He brought the energy and even had to ad lib a bit since one of our speakers was a a tad late. He announced our bridal party (our kids) with enthusiasm and announced us with the energy that we had hoped for. But the best part was the party. We had planned for the band to start right after our first dance. Our first dance song was a bit on the long side so we had informed him that it was ok to fade it and then get everyone dancing. His segue was ridiculous! He sang the chorus himself as the song faded and then immediately broke into the first dance song inciting excitement from the crowd. The crowd immediately moved to the dance floor and never left. Everyone danced the entire night. The line of the night was from my husband who said, “These guys are relentless!” So true! Every song was better than the last and they would not let up. They sang, danced and interacted with the bride and groom and kept things entertaining and playful. We STILL get comments from our friends and family about how they were the best and most fun band they have ever seen. I also wanted to add that not only did they sing a little bit of the old stuff (blues, funk etc), they mixed in the newer pop songs also and got my kids and the younger crowd hyped. The next day my kids said to me, “We were wrong Mom, you were right. The band was a way better idea than a DJ! That was one of the best nights of our lives!” I can’t say it enough, these guys were great. The only way I can repay them for giving us such a memorable performance and giving us such a meaningful night, is to spread the word. These guys work hard and they are super fun and talented. Hire them and hope that they are available on your wedding date!!!!
Vendor response 10/12/2023
Cherrie! Thanks so much for trusting Final Say with your big day. We were so happy to be...
able to play a role in such a huge event! Hopefully you can catch us at one of our public shows soon!
Pat H
5.0
10/06/2023
I wanted to tell you that Robby and Salena and the Final Say Big Band were absolutely AMAZING at my daughter's wedding on September 9! Everyone loved the jazz trio that played during cocktails and dinner. They were wonderful and the perfect background music. Then, once everyone was in the dining room, Robby started the evening introducing the bridal party, then my daughter and her new husband, the cake cutting, their first dance, my husband's welcome and toast, the best men and maid of honor toasts, the father/daughter and mother/son and the the parents' dances. Robby was a fabulous MC and singer! At the end of our parents' dance with the bride and groom, Robby invited all the guests to join in and dance the night away! The dance floor was packed the entire night and the guests were singing with the band the whole night! Everyone loved them!
I have had soooo many friends and family tell me how much they enjoyed the band. They were very entertaining, enthusiastic and excellent musicians! The whole evening flowed so smoothly. Robby made it perfect and I really appreciated it! The final song they played was Billy Joel’s Piano Man and all the guests circled the bride and groom and sang every word! It was so cool and Robby was outstanding playing the harmonica! Sooo impressive! It was the perfect way to end the evening!
We will tell anyone looking for a great band to contact you and request The Final Say Big Band and Robby and Salena! (She was spectacular too!)😊 Thank you again for all of your help. It was a magical evening full of so much love and happiness!
Vendor response 10/23/2023
Pat,
Thanks so much for the kind words. We are so honored that Final Say played on your ...
big day. We really appreciate the trust and are thrilled that everyone had such a good time!
Jacqueline H
5.0
8/01/2023
Talk of the Town/Maggie Speaks are top notch performers! We hired them for our wedding on 7/29/23. The vocalists were so incredibly talented, in addition to the horns and other band members. You can really tell they love their jobs and felt passionate about their craft. Our dance floor was packed all night thanks to them. Additionally, the MC kept us on time, which was very important as a bride. I would hire them again in a heartbeat. Thank you Talk of the Town for your hard work and making our night unforgettable!
Vendor response 08/21/2023
Jacqueline, Thanks so much for having us provide the soundtrack for the big day. We are s...
o honored to have played for you. Don't be a stranger and come out and see one of our public shows.
Lisa M
5.0
7/30/2023
A BLAST!! We booked Shout Out for our 185 person wedding - so many compliments from guests and we had an absolute BLAST dancing at our reception! The band leader Josh was so easy to talk to and get a hold of when we needed him. And they even let me sing with them! They also contracted a solo pianist, Tom, for our ceremony and reception. He learned two songs for our ceremony and he created a fabulous ambiance for cocktail hour and dinner.
Vendor response 07/31/2023
Lisa, Thanks so much for having Shout Out on the big day! We had a blast working with you...
. Come see us at an upcoming public show!
Neil D
5.0
7/22/2023
Final Say, led by the dynamic Robby, brought an electrifying energy to our wedding day. As our contact, bandleader, MC, and singer, Robby's passion and talent shone through every moment. The crowd loved their performance, and they even learned "Come Sail Away" for our final song, making it a magical ending to an unforgettable night. Highly recommended for an incredible wedding experience!
Vendor response 07/31/2023
Neil,
Thanks so much for having Final Say at your wedding. We had an incredible time! C...
ome Sail Away is a personal favorite. Way back when, when we performed at Dennis DeYoung's son's wedding, we got to perform that with him. It brought back a great memory!
Ryan B
5.0
7/14/2023
We had Maggie Speaks at our wedding on July 1st, 2023 at the Chicago History Museum and they were absolutely incredible. They learned our first dance song just for us (Lover by Taylor Swift) and played it perfectly. They kept the dance floor lit for the entire night. They were especially good at doing 90's and 2000's punk rock. Multiple people at the end of the wedding came up to me and my wife and told us they were the best band they've ever seen at a wedding. They were worth every penny and I can't recommend them highly enough.
Vendor response 07/14/2023
Ryan, we had such a blast playing for you. We haven't played a lot of those songs in year...
s, so it was great to dust them off and your friends loved them for sure! Come see us at one of our public shows again soon!
Mary H
5.0
6/23/2023
My husband of 50 years and I celebrated our anniversary in La Crosse, Wisconsin, on June 17, 2023. We had experienced Final Say at our son's wedding 6 years before and just had to bring them to Wisconsin for our celebration. Absolutely no one had ever experienced a night quite like this. They don't just play music ... they personalize the night, they choreographed every move, they blow the roof off, and even folks that are not generally dancers just cannot resist. From young kids to us old people, there was something for everyone. They were awesome to plan and conspire with to make sure everything went off as hoped and the schedule was down to the minute. In 50 years, when we do this again, we will definitely bring Robby and Final Say back to where our love story began. Pure Gold!!
Vendor response 08/21/2023
Mary, Thanks so much for having Final Say perform at such a monumental occasion! We are ...
so grateful for entrusting us with this. It was a blast!
Grace A
5.0
6/06/2023
We got married in Lake Forest on 5/13. We had a family friend recommend Maggie Speaks and they were AWESOME! They made our reception so much fun! We had a full dance floor all night! We could not ask for a better band! Thank you guys so much!
Quinn F
5.0
6/02/2023
Finding a wedding band can be so stressful because that is the entire party! If you are unsure who to book, STOP RIGHT NOW and book Final Say.
While the wedding day can be a blur, I remember having the best time ever on the dance floor. The band was so engaging and fun to dance with- along with being just PURE talent.
Robby is super helpful leading up to the wedding to great a vibe for what you want on your big day. This allows the band to really play to your guests to make sure they all have the best time. He was also an amazing MC and ensured the speeches, entrance, ext when very smoothly.
I cannot say enough great things about this band, and neither can my guests who cannot stop raving about how much fun they had on the dance floor.
Do not hesitate to book Final Say- you will not regret it when you are having the best night ever!!
Kevin W
5.0
4/07/2023
We had Final Say play at our wedding last October and they provided an amazing, seamless, exciting, fun, engaging experience. If you are thinking about who to book for your wedding, look no further. Book Final Say now! Robby was great to work with and was genuinely interested in getting to know us so that they could craft the perfect show. He was also our MC for the evening and helped us transition throughout the night perfectly. They played a great mix of oldies and current songs and blended them together. Our dance floor was packed the whole night. Thanks again to the whole Final Say team for a perfect evening.
Anna C
5.0
3/31/2023
We are an award winning wedding planning company and we worked with Spoken Four for one of our couples and they were amazing. They got everyone on the dance floor and the team was very professional! We would highly recommend them for any couple who is looking for a memorable evening! Love them!
Vendor response 04/03/2023
Anna,
Thanks for the trust in having Spoken Four perform at your client's wedding. We re...
ally appreciate it and enjoyed working with your team as well. Until next time!
Ellen S
5.0
3/31/2023
Spoken Four from Maggie Speaks helped our evening go exactly how we wanted! They kept all 230+ guests bobbing their heads through dinner and then kicked it up a notch for the full blown dance party! They executed all hits flawlessly, all ages were joining in and having a blast. I got nothing but massive complements on the quality of their performance and sound. Highly recommended.
Vendor response 04/03/2023
Ellen,
Thanks so much for having Spoken Four at your wedding. The band had a blast and i...
t was truly an honor to entertain your guests. We hope to see you out at a show some time soon!
Jennifer R
5.0
3/29/2023
Can't say enough good things about Dave and Magnificent Events!!! He and the band played our wedding recently; they not only got what we wanted exactly right, but blew our minds with their musicianship and versatility!! To boot, they took care of all logistics, equipment rental, transportation, lodging, etc., which was a huge help.Our friends can't stop talking about how great they were (this includes music professionals) and what an amazing party it was because of them. Also, some of the nicest people who were so lovely to be around. Run, don't walk!!
Vendor response 04/03/2023
Jen,
We had an amazing time in Florida with you, Rob and your guests. Can't beat Yacht R...
ock by the ocean. Thanks for the trust and the tons of fun we all had!
Julia R
5.0
1/04/2023
Maggie Speaks is absolutely incredible!! Dave and his team were great to work with from the very beginning - kind, responsive, and reliable. They came up with an amazing setlist and really made an effort to understand my husband and me and the vibe we were trying to create at our wedding. It worked - our guests were obsessed with the band and the dance floor was full all night long! If you are planning a wedding in Arizona, look no further and book Maggie Speaks! Thank you, Dave!
Vendor response 01/04/2023
Julia, We had so much fun working with you and Sam! The Arizona Cast of Maggie Speaks is ...
really just getting rolling so your trust meant the world to us. To see the dance floor packed from the start until the end when we closed with New York, New York was so gratifying. Thanks again for having us!
Shana L
5.0
9/08/2022
Oh. My. GOODNESS! We hired Shout Out through Maggie Speaks and then added horns which made it the Talk of the Town band. Josh Scholl was our band leader. The band was FANTASTIC! Everyone was raving about how incredible they were, the instrumentals, the vocals, the vibe, the dance floor was absolutely PACKED all night. Best decision for our wedding, hands down, we got exactly what we dreamed of for our big day, and couldn't have asked for more from this crew. If you want to dance the night away with a live band, this is your band. Would hire them again in a heart beat! Thank you for a magical wedding!
Vendor response 09/08/2022
Shana,
This warms our hearts to read these words. We are so thankful for the trust and o...
pportunity to be the soundtrack for your big night! Thanks again for everything.
Michelle Y
5.0
8/24/2022
WOW, where do I even begin to tell you how truly amazing it was to have MAGGIE SPEAKS at our wedding!!!!! THEY ARE THE BEST!!!!!! My dream for my wedding was to be on the dance floor the entire night and for the dance floor to be packed the entire night! Well my dreams came true on my wedding day because I was on the dance floor the ENTIRE night and our dance floor was PACKED the entire night because of MAGGIE SPEAKS!!!!!! I have had so many guests tell me the music at my wedding was the BEST they have heard and it was so fun!!!! The compliments just keep flying in on how truly amazing Maggie Speaks was. Nicole was such a pleasure to work with and so were all the other people I had to deal with when deciding to go with Maggie Speaks for our wedding. Nicole made my life so much easier and put my mind at ease for the music for our wedding. Not to mention her VOICE is out of this world!!!! Music is an important part of your wedding and I am telling now if you want your wedding to be remember hire Maggie Speaks because you will not be disappointed!!!
Alana M
5.0
8/15/2022
Used the Enough Said band for our wedding. Had a great list of song options and were flexible with our requests. Sounded amazing and got lots of people dancing.
Lauren M
5.0
8/09/2022
Maggie Speaks brought the professionalism, energy, fun, spunk, style, and much much more. We had so many wedding guests comment to us in the days following the wedding on how great our band was. Maggie Speaks made such a difference in elevating the party to a whole new level, and had the dance floor filled all night. They have done three weddings we have been at, and have brought incredible energy to each.
Patrick S
5.0
8/07/2022
We had Maggie Speaks perform at our wedding at the Monte Bello Estate in Lemont IL. They were every bit as talented, professional, and high-energy as you would expect. Nicole was very easy to work with to select songs for the evening and they even played our first dance live which was amazing. I received at least 30 compliments during the evening from guests starting how they were the best wedding band they had ever seen. Nicole and the two other gentlemen provided phenomenal vocals all night long. I had high expectations going into the night and they completely exceeded them. Maggie Speaks truly brought our wedding to the next level!
K C
5.0
7/11/2022
Absolutely incredible. Professional from the outset. James was in touch with us throughout planning. The guests were blown away. Even better than we could’ve expected. Everyone was filming and recording. Felt like a private concert catered to us. Highly highly recommend.
Kelsey E
4.0
7/10/2022
We had Shout Out play at our 1st anniversary party with around 80 guests and they really delivered with a great performance! We heard from so many guests how impressed they were with the band. When searching for a band to play at our party, we knew we wanted both a strong male and female vocalist for a wider range of songs. Not only did they deliver on vocals, but also put on an awesome performance! The communication leading up to the event could have been improved. We were sorting out the set list and other logistics only a few days prior to the party. But, we appreciate the quick response from Maggie Speaks after we expressed our communication concerns. Overall we had a great experience with Shout Out and would recommend for your event!
Daniel M
5.0
6/19/2022
After having Spoken Four play at our oldest daughter’s wedding reception in 2014, it was a no-brainer to have them play at our youngest daughter‘a wedding reception on 6/11/22. It turned out a number of the band members were new to us, but they were even better than the 2014 line up! We had so many positive comments from our guests and working with Morgen, the lead singer / band manager, was great. We can’t say enough good things about Spoken Four!
Avery B
5.0
6/15/2022
Maggie Speaks was fantastic! They were great to work with and high accessible. They nailed our music selection and brought great energy to our crowd. We would highly recommend to anyone searching for a great wedding band.
Jerry M
5.0
5/10/2022
We hired Maggie Speaks - Talk of the Town Big Band and they did not disappoint! We heard Maggie Speaks perform years ago at a private event, and we knew that one day we would reach out to them when our kids starting getting married. So we were absolutely thrilled to be able to book them for our daughter's wedding...and they were absolutely incredible! Their energy and stage presence kept the dance floor full for three straight hours! And they handled all of our cocktail music and emcee needs as well. Their professionalism was absolutely top notch in every way. We had guests from all over the country telling us that this was best wedding band they had ever heard! If you are looking for the best - look no further - hands down the best quality band, best organization, and nicest people you will find!
Kylen M
5.0
4/27/2022
Wow, where to begin on our experience with Final Say!!!! My husband and I got married at Mid-America Club and booked Final Say, plus the hype package (rapper) and 2 extra musicians to provide music at our reception. We were absolutely blown away by their performance. Not only was the group made up of extremely talented musician, but they worked the crowd with their dance moves, brought an incredible energy, and knew just what songs to play and when to play them. The dance floor was packed the entire night, and we had dozens of guests come up to us that night or reach out to us after RAVING about the band. Several guests have told us it’s the best wedding band they have ever seen/heard and the best party they’ve ever been to.
On the planning and emcee side of things, the band leader Robby was fantastic. He was friendly, knowledgeable and just a pleasure to work with. Robby made sure the events of our reception went accordingly to plan, and he was fun and had a great sense of humor. I can’t imagine anything going any better, and we have Robby + Final Say to thank for that. Run, don’t walk, to book Final Say for your wedding or event, it is worth every penny and will make for an unforgettable night!!!
Vendor response 04/28/2022
Kylen,
Thanks so much for making us a part of such an amazing experience. We are humbled...
by your kind words and can't tell you how much it means to us to hear these things. The past two years have been hard and seeing people gather again really makes us smile. Knowing that you had the time of your life makes our job so rewarding. Thanks so much!
Molly H
5.0
4/17/2022
We booked Maggie Speaks Talk of the Town Big Band (14 piece ensemble) as our wedding band and were honored for them to be part of our special day! From the cocktail hour that featured The CoverGirls Violin Show, to the dinner portion of the evening, to the three hours of continuous music on our dance floor, Talk of the Town Big Band kept the energy high all night long. Talk of the Town Big Band is not only incredibly talented, but so unbelievably fun, too! We have never seen a more packed dance floor for all three hours of dancing. To this day, our family and friends just rave about our wedding band and we are so grateful that Talk of the Town Big Band could take part in our wedding day celebration. If you are looking for your wedding band, look no further -- Talk of the Town Big Band is simply the best!!
Vendor response 04/28/2022
Molly, It was really amazing playing for you! We can't thank you enough for trusting us o...
n your big day. We are over the moon happy that you had a great time.
Kelly V
5.0
4/13/2022
I had wanted Final Say to play at our wedding for YEARS, ever since my now husband and I started dating. When I reached out to the band leader Robby with our proposed date, he immediately got the ball rolling. He and the entire team (including management) are so friendly and easy to work with, but they are also consummate professionals. Robby was easy to get in touch with anytime with any questions or concerns that I had leading up to the big day. You have input as to what you would like the band to play off of their set list, but they will also read the crowd and adjust the set as needed during your event.
Now in terms of the band itself, all I can say is THANK YOU. Having live music was so important to us as my husband and I are musicians, and we could not have asked for a better wedding band to help us celebrate. The dance floor wasn't empty for one second and my only regret is that the venue wasn't open longer so that they could have played all night long! All of our guests commented on how amazing the Final Say was and that our wedding was one of the best parties they've ever attended. They have the best, most positive energy, and they are all such talented musicians. I would recommend Final Say for your wedding or any special event. Thank you again to Robby and to the whole band!
Vendor response 04/28/2022
Kelly,
We appreciate you so much. We are honored to have been the soundtrack for such an...
indelible moment in life. Thanks for all of your trust and support. We could not be happier for you!
Griffi C
5.0
3/14/2022
Final Say was everything we could have asked for in a wedding band and more! They took the time to meet with us prior to the wedding to make sure they understood what we were looking and truly delivered. They came prepared, kept the crowd engaged the entire time and were exceptionally talented. At the end everyone in attendance wanted more!
Vendor response 03/15/2022
Griffi C. thanks so much for the wonderful review! We had a blast playing your wedding and...
wish you both many years of joy and love.
Kristi R
5.0
1/01/2022
We hired Spoken Four as our band for our August 2021 wedding at Cafe Brauer and they were truly incredible! Our guests still rave about how talented they were, and we were so happy that the dance floor was packed the whole night. In advance, they send a huge song list that you can mark as must-play, do-not-play, etc. and we were even able to request the first song and last song of the night. My only qualm is that they faded in the recorded music for our first dance, which was a problem since we had very specific choreography, but thankfully we made it work :) So I guess make sure to specify if you don’t want fading in! We also used Magnificent Events to hire the pianist for our ceremony, and he did an excellent job as well. Huge thanks to Michael (the band leader) and his crew for bringing such great energy to our night!
Leslie M
5.0
8/23/2021
We hired Maggie Speaks ( 13 piece ensemble) for my daughters wedding and couldn't have been happier. They are professional, organized and best of all fantastic musicians. From the cocktail hour, to dinner music, to a packed dance floor for 3 solid hours, they were amazing!! From the first song to the last, their ability to read the crowd was spot on. Everyone at the end of the reception raved it was the best band they had ever heard....and we agree. Hire them if you can.....your event will be so memorable with Maggie Speaks providing the entertainment.
Elizabeth L
5.0
8/20/2021
When I saw the band perform at a friend's wedding, I knew they were special. We had Maggie Speaks (Enough Said band) perform at our wedding on 8/14/21 in Lake Forest and they knocked it out of the park! I've had multiple guests tell me how great they were. They send through an extensive list of songs for you to choose lists of must haves, nice to haves, and do not plays. They play all different types of music and know how to get the dance floor going. They also have incredible mashups. I would whole-heartedly recommend this band to everyone!
Brittany M
5.0
7/04/2021
We had Maggie Speaks at our wedding on 6/5/2021 at River Roast in Chicago and they were incredible! Someone actually came up to me and said they had never seen so many people on the dance floor at a wedding before. They give you a huge list of song options prior to your event so you can go through and make sure the songs are what you want played. Nicole and David both have AMAZING voices and know how to get everyone up dancing! Could not recommend more. Thanks for helping to make our special night so fun!!
Vendor response 07/04/2021
Brittany,
Thanks so much for having us. We had such a good time. Your crowd was so enth...
usiastic and it was such a pleasure entertaining for you and Patrick! Come see us again soon!
Tera R
5.0
7/01/2020
The owner and his team worked with us to come to an agreement we both feel comfortable with to move our date to next year (moved due to COVID). I sincerely appreciate the owner taking 45 minutes to walk through potential solutions with me. I'm so excited for our wedding next June. Their band will crush it and our friends and families will be more than ready to celebrate!
Vendor response 07/01/2020
Tera,
It was really great to talk with you as well. We are all in this together and real...
ly look forward to the big day and going above and beyond to make it special for you and Terrance.
Hilary M
5.0
1/20/2020
Their band, Enough Said, performed at our wedding and my husband and I could not have been more pleased! I feel awful I could not introduce myself to the band the day-of because I was wildly impressed with their professionalism and performance. From the live guitarist performing at the ceremony and cocktail hour to the upbeat songs played at the party, they were a huge part of setting a wonderful mood for our wedding! The only challenging part associated with this group is the multiple contact points upon getting closer to the event. I answered similar questions many times over the course of one week, however, the rest of my experience was absolutely seamless. Very much appreciate everything they did to make the music at our wedding perfect!
Courtney N
5.0
1/02/2020
This review is for Enough Said! We chose this band solely based off of a family friends review that said they were a must! While I was beyond nervous to choose a band I had never seen play live, it was one of THE BEST CHOICES of the night! The dance floor was packed from start to finish. They allowed for our very enthusiastic bridal party to partake in several parts throughout the night. Enough Said even had my Grandma on the dance floor nearly the whole night (if you knew my Grandma this is next to impossible). While we provided a list of songs we liked, we let the band feel out the crowd and choose the right songs. They nailed it. My future in-laws loved the band so much, they are also using Maggie Speaks for their wedding this year! Make one wedding choice easy on yourself!
Vendor response 01/03/2020
Can't thank you Enough for the kind words and letting us be a part of your celebration! W...
eddings like yours are super fun for us as well. All the best!
M H
5.0
12/02/2019
We hired Spoken Four and added a brass section to make an 8-piece Talk of the Town Big Band for our wedding. To say we were thrilled with their performance on our big day would be an understatement. We were extremely impressed with one of the band members, Domingo, who was our main point of contact. Domingo was always incredibly professional and easy to work with throughout the planning process. He is also a fantastic MC and did a great job introducing the wedding party and announcing all of the speeches/special dances. He and his band members blew all of our guests away with their talent, and the dance floor was packed the entire night! We especially loved how some of the band members would even dance on the floor with our guests for some songs. We could not have chosen a better band to help us celebrate our wedding and guests are still telling us how awesome the band was. It was easily one of the best decisions we've made, and we can't thank them enough for making our wedding day that much more fun and memorable.
Amanda G
5.0
11/08/2019
This review is for Talk of the Town Big Band with Spoken Four - I've seen Spoken Four play in various different settings (bars, fundraisers, and weddings), and they can do it all! They played at my wedding this past weekend, and it was such a great night! Domingo was so amazing to work with - he listened to and honored some specific requests while reading the room and catering the music to the crowd. He was such a pleasure to work with throughout the whole wedding planning process. The additions that TOTT Big Band brought to the already great Spoken Four was unbeatable. If anyone is looking for a band to play at a wedding, or any type of event, I highly recommend this group!
Trish O
5.0
11/02/2019
WOW!! This review is for *SPOKEN FOUR*. This group of musicians is absolutely AMAZING! Domingo and the team are incredibly talented, and really know what they are doing. We saw Spoken Four at a friend's wedding last year, and from that moment we knew we had to have them perform at our wedding. They have SO much energy, the songs they play are hit after hit for every age group, and truly NOBODY leaves the dance floor! The dance floor was absolutely packed, and I just could not believe how much fun it was! Our dinner ran long so our timeline was a bit delayed, and Domingo made the call to play straight through so we didn't miss out on time with the band - THAT IS UNHEARD OF and the customer experience unparalleled!
Beyond the music, Domingo and the team are a dream to work with. Domingo held several calls with us leading up to the big day, and he took the time to go through every single detail with us. He walked us through the night, made proper recommendations when we needed them, and was so professional yet made us feel like friends. He took care of everything, created playlists when we needed them during dinner, MC'd the speeches and the entire dinner, and just killed in. We trusted him completely and he delivered! We cannot say enough good things about this group - they are a treasure! 10 out of 10 for SPOKEN FOUR! WE LOVE YOU GUYS!
Meghan T
5.0
10/22/2019
After seeing Maggie Speaks perform at a family wedding, my husband and I knew we wanted to book them for our own wedding. We ended up booking Enough Said, and we were so happy with our choice. The band brought such a great energy, and kept our guests dancing all night. They were willing to learn a new song for our first dance, and they performed it so well. We're still hearing compliments from our guests about just how good the music was at our wedding. Would definitely recommend booking.
Jill P
5.0
10/17/2019
Maggie Speaks was amazing! They had everyone out dancing the entire night! We chose to add a horns section and a hip hop artist to the core band and it was a great decision. Everyone has said it was the best wedding they'd ever been to.
Zachary B
5.0
10/17/2019
A+, fantastic band on all accounts . We had Maggie Speaks and Spoken Four and their performance far exceeded our expectations.
Highly recommend to anyone looking for a live band that creates an electric atmosphere and generates incredibly positive energy.
5 stars all day.
Erin H
5.0
9/27/2019
Maggie Speaks was incredible! Very easy to work with and accommodated all of our needs. Great variety of music. The dance floor was packed the whole night! What a party! Highly recommend Maggie Speaks! Worth every penny...
Renee W
5.0
9/19/2019
Maggie Speaks kept the dance floor at our wedding packed all night and were very easy to work with! They were able to transition between two live songs for our surprise father/daughter dance and were very professional in their emceeing throughout the night. They are able to perform many different types of songs and we have received so many compliments from our guests! We highly recommend them!
Vendor response 09/19/2019
Renee, It was such an honor to perform for you Cesar. We had such a great time with you a...
nd your guests. The father / daughter dance was a fantastic idea and we were so happy to make that memory happen for you and your Dad Mark. Your fireworks show was also great. Thanks for having us be such a big part of the day. Stay in touch.
Elizabeth M
5.0
9/11/2019
My husband and I wanted to give a shoutout to Spoken Four. We were blown away by their performance at our wedding reception this past weekend! Not only did the band keep the party going the entire night, but the band leader, Domingo, was so easy to work with in the planning stages. He made sure to understand every detail of what we were looking for beforehand and the night went by without a hitch. Thank you!
Tom G
5.0
9/09/2019
From the beautiful strings and keyboardists during the wedding ceremony to the big wall of sound from the Spoken Four/Talk of the Town big band at the reception, preceded by great pre-event communication, we couldn't be happier with the professionalism, quality and fun from the Magnificent Event organization and the Spoken Four / Talk of the Town big band. Special thanks to Domingo for his responsiveness during the planning process, event announcements and rockin' the house while all our guests packed the dance floor. Big thanks also to Nicole Burton for her responsiveness and help in planning. With all the moving parts at a wedding, the Mag Event group made this very important component virtually stress-free.
Carolyn M
5.0
9/08/2019
Maggie Speaks was INCREDIBLE. We were absolutely blown away by the talent, kindness, and energy these guys and gals brought to our wedding reception. I would hire them again in a heartbeat. You have to hire them. They are worth every penny and you will NOT regret it!!
Vendor response 09/09/2019
Carolyn,
First let me say...playing at Thalia Hall...AMAZING. What a great venue for a w...
edding and what a way to do something different for your guests. It felt like a great concert feel the entire night and your guests danced the night away, which made us feel great. Glad we could get a couple of special moments in there for Matt's parents as well. It was truly an honor to play for you both and we hope to see you again soon at a show.
Lanie M
5.0
8/13/2019
Spoken Four blew us away! The dance floor was poppin the whole time and I couldn’t believe how many people came up to isn’t after our wedding saying how much they loved the band. I would definitely recommend.
Dustin J
5.0
8/11/2019
It is not often in life that you have your expectations truly and stunningly exceeded, but that is how I would describe working with Spoken Four for our wedding. I had always known that I wanted a band for our wedding, but it wasn’t until that evening that I realized what a good band can bring to your wedding day.
From the very beginning, working with Domingo, the band leader from Spoken Four, was a great experience. He had a lot of helpful advice about how to make the most of his services and graciously accommodated our requests. He worked hard to make sure he had all the information he needed not only to perform with the band but also serve as our MC.
I cannot understate how good the music was. The band has incredible energy and are massively talented. The dance floor was full all night. My friends told me it was the best wedding band they had ever seen. So did my dad’s friends. And my wife’s aunts. And my friend’s children. Everyone loved it, and people are still talking about it.
Most of all, Spoken Four did something I did not expect. I’ve been to a lot of weddings and seen all kinds of wedding music. A good DJ will get people dancing. A good band will get more people dancing and keep them on the floor. But at my wedding, I saw something I have not seen many times before; everyone was dancing together. By the end of the night, barriers between families and friends had melted away, and everyone was celebrating with one another. Maybe that just means my wife and I have great families and cool friends, but I think it was more than that. I think the music had people feeling so darn happy that they just couldn’t help singing along with a total stranger.
Spoken Four was excellent, and we would absolutely hire them again.
Lauren M
5.0
8/08/2019
Hiring Maggie Speaks for our wedding reception was the best decision we made! They kept our friends and family on the dance floor all night long. We had an East Coast Style wedding with short dance sets between dinner courses. We were a little nervous about how our guests would react to this non-traditional flow, but thanks to Maggie Speaks it was a hit! They read the crowd and knew exactly what to play to get everyone out of their seats (even our grandparents :) ) My husband surprised our guests by playing a song on guitar with the band. Maggie Speaks was so flexible and accommodating with this special request. They truly helped make our wedding the best day ever! Thank you for everything!
Vendor response 09/09/2019
Lauren,
Thanks so much for having us at your wedding. Cafe Brauer is such a great venue. ...
We had a blast and having Michael up on stage to perform with us was such a special moment. We haven't had a chance to play a Grateful Dead tune probably since high school, so it was so cool to create this unique special moment. The honor was ours and we hope to see you again soon at a show!
Dan C
5.0
8/07/2019
Maggie Speaks did an absolutely incredible job with our wedding - they provided different arrangements to fit the different moods of the event (from lighter mood music during cocktails to classic and elegant at the reception to throwing an epic dance party for the later hours). Dave provided unparalleled direction and customization with our playlist, made recommendations of how to craft the song order, and helped us avoid any songs or artists we did not want to hear. More than one guest in attendance said they wanted to throw parties in the near future, simply to have an excuse to work with Maggie Speaks. I cannot speak highly enough about their professionalism and the quality they bring - no matter the size or type of event, they will far exceed your needs and expectations.
Vendor response 09/09/2019
Dan,
It was truly our pleasure to be included in this amazing weekend. So many special mo...
ments they are too vast to list. I am so glad you got to sing with us (to Taylor) on the rehearsal dinner. What a special moment.
Kim H
5.0
8/06/2019
Unforgettable performances! We had Maggie Speaks and David Calzaretta the entire weekend of our daughter’s wedding this past May. From the rehearsal dinner, then to the wedding itself and right into the morning after brunch- Maggie Speaks provided an entire weekend of customized, awesome entertainment! The evening prior to the wedding gave a small but amazing glimpse as to what would come at the wedding itself - a night consisting of the perfect mix of romance and all out rock. Our dance floor was completely filled all night - our guests are still talking about the non stop fun ! Music is so key to all the big moments in life, at least it always has been for our family. Dave and his band certainly believe this as well- their powerful performance helped us to create memories for a lifetime ! Maggie Speaks has been the “ go to” band for many occasions for our family, and experiencing the music of these talented musicians makes you want to plan another party !!!
Vendor response 09/09/2019
Kim,
Thanks so much for including us in the entire weekend for Taylor and Dan's wedding. ...
We truly enjoyed making your vision become a reality. Your kindness and friendship mean the world to us and we were really honored to have been a part of such an amazing weekend.
Molly O