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Chicago, IL 
Blues Band
7 Verified Bookings Roger V. said “Dave Weld and the band were great to work with. They put a really good show. I would hire them again the crowd loved them.”
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
1 Verified Booking Holly S. said “We hired the Chicago Blues Lifters for a large New Year’s Eve party at a hotel and they brought the house down! We wanted to provide our out-of-town guests…”
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
2 Verified Bookings Deborah D. said “I can't say enough about how wonderful Liz Mandeville and the Blue Points were on our corporate dinner cruise. Beginning with working out some tricky…”
Maywood, IL
Blues Band
11 miles from Chicago
1 Verified Booking Kirk K. said “Michael and the band rocked our music festival. Such a great talent. So easy to work with too. This was a fundraising event and his team did a great job…”
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
7 Verified Bookings Jason W. said “The band was great. Arrived on time, solid performance. Would definitely use again.”
Bellwood, IL
Blues Band
13 miles from Chicago
4 Verified Bookings Billie H. said “Blue Jay played at my husband's 50th birthday party. We were taking a chance because we couldn't find any reviews but we are sure glad we did!…”
Evanston, IL
Blues Band
12 miles from Chicago Soulful, contemporary blues as if you crossed the Tedeschi-Trucks Band with Grace Slick.
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
4 Verified Bookings Denise M. said “The 22nd Annual Garlic Party was fantastic, due in no small part to the amazing talent and energy of the Crook County Blues Band! Guests commented all…”
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
1 Verified Booking Dennis C. said “Wayne and his band are terrific artists and very collaborative with the party planner.”
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
1 Verified Booking Danny H. said “The Jaxkson Band exceeded my expectations. I would definitely hire them again.”
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
A little bit of everything. Blues Jazz Dusties Entertainment at its best.
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
“The month ended with the wonderful 2nd annual Berwyn Blues Festival at FitzGeralds featuring 28 bands in three days. There is no question (at least in my mind)…
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
Tom V. said “Nate and Casey always have some of best musicians available to enhance their music. The Blue Line Blues Band is blue collar! These guys hustle and work…”
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
Pistol Pete is the most versatile entertainer you will ever experience. He has been entertaining since the age of 10. He can play a wide range of genres Blues/Funk/Rock.…
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
Pro rock and blues band
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
Jimmy Jo Is a Singer/Songwriter & played with the band OnewayupNWI which they recorded 2 albums in that time. Played many festivals and clubs and also had songs…
Chicago, IL
Blues Band
Tom V. said “The R&B Kings are a high energy blues/soul/psychedelia band. They hit the stage running and it gets interesting following the musical journey. The…”
Evanston, IL
Blues Band
12 miles from Chicago In August 2012, Mississippi Heat celebrated their 20th anniversary in the business with a new CD called DELTA BOUND, on Delmark Records. This is their 10th release.…
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707 Blues Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
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Chicago, Illinois
Performance location
Indoor
Electrical outlets available
Yes
Equipment needed
I'm not sure yet
Expenses covered
Meals and/or drinks
Age range of audience
45-64
Performance area size
unsure, probably 12-15 feet wide...maybe more
Song requests
Love just about any blues song, maybe sprinkle in a couple Christmas blues songs
Setup information
Guests arrive at Noon, so set up before. Need to discuss the breakdown time with the venue.
Great Blues Artist and Performer
Wayne and his band are terrific artists and very collaborative with the party planner.
Chicago, Illinois
Performance location
Outdoor (without cover)
Electrical outlets available
Yes
Equipment needed
Sound/PA System
Microphones
Backline (instruments)
Expenses covered
Meals and/or drinks
Age range of audience
17 or younger
18-24
25-44
45-64
65+
All ages
Performance area size
Large street area
Song requests
Would just love a sample of the band if possible to listen prior to booking.
Setup information
Flexible - someone will be on site to help guide but we largely need the band to be responsible for their setup/breakdown. It is just a fun, casual summer street block party so plan for that accordingly.
Fantastic Entertainment!
We used Blue Jay and his band for our summer block party and they were AMAZING! They showed up with plenty of time for setup and promptly began at our set time. They engaged with people, kept the vibes going, and overall created such a wonderful experience for our neighborhood. We would be happy to have them play again for our event next year.
Fill your event with the rich and rhythmic sounds of rhythm and blues music. From private parties and weddings to blues festivals and corporate events, booking a blues band can effortlessly set the mood and engage diverse audiences. Professional blues bands play everything from original songs to covers of classic blues tunes from artists like Muddy Waters, B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and more.
The cost of booking a blues band in Chicago, Illinois will vary depending on the length of the event, the size of the band, and their overall skill level. Experienced bands cost more, especially larger groups with lots of instruments. If you’re working with a tighter budget, consider a solo blues musician over a full band. Contact the local blues bands above to get a customized quote for your special event.
While browsing Chicago blues bands, look through profiles to see photos, watch videos, and listen to audio samples to get a feel for their style and setlist. Then read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience and professionalism. When talking with the musicians, be sure to discuss important details like venue setup, technical requirements, scheduled breaks, and any song requests you might have.
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Please note that these Blues Bands may also travel to Stickney, Forest View, North Riverside, River Forest, Lincolnwood, Riverside, Amf Ohare, Lyons, Hines, Harwood Heights, River Grove, Summit, Summit Argo, Hometown, Broadview, Norridge, McCook, Bedford Park, La Grange Park, Stone Park, Schiller Park, Merrionette Park, Northlake, Hodgkins, Hillside, Berkeley, Justice, Chicago Ridge, Rosemont, and Hickory Hills.
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