About this vendor
Velvet Vision Wedding Band
Velvet Vision, based in Chicago, IL, is a professional live wedding band owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Mike and Katelynn Krieglstein. Since 2011, they’ve provided live music, sound production, and entertainment for weddings, festivals, and private events across the Midwest.
Combining their talents as seasoned musicians and sound engineers, Mike and Katelynn bring a seamless, high-quality experience to every performance. From elegant ceremony ensembles and cocktail hour jazz to high-energy reception bands and DJ/MC services, Velvet Vision curates each event to reflect your unique vision and style.
Mike and Katelynn personally consult with couples to tailor the perfect soundtrack for their celebration. Their professional approach, state-of-the-art sound system, and years of live performance experience ensure your wedding runs smoothly and sounds incredible from start to finish.
Details
Instruments
- Bass
- Guitar
- Keyboard
- Percussion
- Saxophone
- Trombone
Music Services
- Live Music
- MC Services
- Recorded Music
- Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
- Wedding
- Ceremony
- Reception
Awards and Affiliations
2026 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Reviews
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5
out of 5.09 reviews
The musicians were amazing and all of the guests at the wedding had an amazing time. 10/10 recommend!
Absolutely impeccable service, cannot recommend them enough!
I recently attended a wedding where the Velvet Vision wedding band performed, and I was genuinely blown away. I’ve seen my fair share of wedding entertainment, but this band was o...
n an entirely different level.
From the moment the music started, the energy in the room shifted. The band, led by the incredibly talented husband-and-wife duo Mike and Kate, had such natural chemistry and charisma on stage that it made the whole celebration feel elevated and personal. Their vocals were stunning, the music was great, and the song choices were spot-on for every moment of the night.
If you’re considering live music for your event, I can’t recommend Velvet Vision enough. As a guest, they made the night unforgettable, and I can only imagine how special it must have felt for the couple. Truly top-tier entertainment.
I was referred to Mike by a common friend that also works with him in this capacity. We hired Mike to help us with our wedding reception a few years ago; I can't say enough great t...
hings about him and our experience in working with him. He is responsive, thoughtful, works hard, detail oriented, and goes above and beyond to help make the day go as smooth and fantastic as possible. And that is exactly what he did; we still get compliments about our wedding reception years later. We would hire Mike again without hesitation.
Hard working, professional, easy to communicate and great folks!
Professional musicians. The song Shallow was performed with perfection and precision I highly recommend Velvet Vision for any venue .
Our experience with Velvet Vision Wedding Band was nothing short of exceptional. Mike and Kate lead with such artistry, professionalism, and heart. Their chemistry as a husband-and...
-wife duo translates beautifully into the music—our dance floor was full all night, and every transition felt seamless. Guests are still talking about how incredible the band was. If you want a stylish, elevated, and unforgettable wedding soundtrack, Velvet Vision is the perfect choice!
We couldn’t have imagined a better band than Velvet Vision for my friend’s wedding. Mike and Kate bring such a warm, genuine energy, and you can feel their connection in the way th...
ey perform together. They read the room perfectly, kept the vibe flowing, and made the whole night feel magical. It felt like having incredibly talented friends celebrating with us. Absolutely recommend!
Professional and extremely talented! Definitely would recomment the band to anyone!
Contact
Chicagoland and suburbs
Velvet Vision Media