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Kevin Babb
- Maryland Heights, MO
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels nationwide
- $500 and up
Overview
As a professional musician for over 16 years, Kevin Babb has played many places nationwide. Considered a customer service oriented performer, he can provide ambient music for your restaurant/party, or pick up the pace with some danceable, singable favorites. Ranging anywhere from Jack Johnson and John Mayer to Van Halen and Bad Company, there's something for everyone!
If you are searching for wedding entertainment, look no further! Kevin accommodates ceremony music, acoustic cocktail hours, as well as DJ/Emcee for your event. If requested, a duo or trio can perform as well.
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19 Reviews
Kevin did a great job at our wedding welcome party. The perfect ambiance. Very attentive to the crowd and was super responsive in communication leading up to the event. Cordial and punctual
Singing Guitarist
Response from Kevin Babb:
Thank you Rudy! I had a blast playing for you and your friends/family😃🙌🏼🤘🏼
He played at our luxury apartment pool and the nicest guy, arrived on time, was a trooper for the weather conditions he had to deal with, voice of an angel! Would hire over and over again!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Kevin Babb:
Haha thank you Marley! It was a great time😃
Our block party was taken to the next level by Kevin’s exceptional performance. He chose the perfect mix of songs and genres for all generations, even took some requests. He was punctual and professional throughout. Our pup Riley took to him immediately. He even fixed our neighbor’s 4 year old daughters bike after a little mishap. Highly recommend!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Kevin Babb:
Thanks Will! I appreciate you and being part of the party 🎉 😃🙌🏼
He was polite, on-time, friendly, and performed beautifully. He was talented and delivered music that three different generations enjoyed. I would definitely hire him again!
1990s Era Entertainment, Acoustic Band, Cover Band, Easy Listening Band, One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Kevin is a super nice and talented guy! He wowed three different generations with his performance. We would love to hire him again for additional parties and events.
Acoustic Band, Cover Band, Easy Listening Band, Guitarist, One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Kevin was wonderful! He played for our college graduation party and everyone absolutely loved him! He made the evening a night to remember. The guest are still talking about him. I would definitely hire him again. Thanks Kevin!
Acoustic Band, Guitarist
Very talented!! Highly recommend and would book again!
Guitarist
Kevin was very professional and had good communication. Unfortunately something came up where Kevin couldn’t perform at our wedding but he let us know right away and set us up with his friend Tyler instead. We were very appreciative of him being upfront with us and making sure our day still went accordingly and smooth. Tyler was just as good and professional as Kevin and Kevin’s band was fantastic. All told the music at our wedding was stellar !! They played what we liked, helped introduce our speakers and got the party moving. Absolutely recommend Kevin and his friends!
1990s Era Entertainment, Acoustic Band, Cover Band, Easy Listening Band, Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Memorable in the right eay
Guitarist, Wedding Singer
Response from Kevin Babb:
Thank you Steve! I appreciated the organization you guys had as well as the wholesome vibe of the evening😃 Congratulations to you too and thanks again for having me as a part of a very memorable day😃
Kevin Babb This dude is great!
Acoustic Band, Cover Band, Easy Listening Band, Guitarist, One Man Band, Rock & Roll Singer, Rock Band, Singing Guitarist
He played a wide range of music, was professional and engaging with people in the crowd. He even sang happy birthday to one of our guests. Can't wait to have him back he is truly talented. GREAT Musician.
One Man Band
Kevin was absolutely incredible. He was so captivating in his performance. I can’t wait to see him perform again. Thank you for a tremendous evening.
It's hard to place the correct star at the top of this review because if I were to rate the talent of Kevin Babb, It would be a 5 star. We enjoyed his vocals. However, the stars start dropping with his personal performance. First off, he was late.... most of my guests had arrived and the food was being set up by the time he came. He played canned music most of the night...only performed a small amount of the time. If I wanted canned music, I would have hooked my Bose to a speaker and saved my money. But the biggest part of his time, he drank our wine and beer and sat in a chair just outside our tent area and many of our guests thought he was an invited guest also. So that rating would probably be a 2 (and that's being overly generous). With those two separate ratings, I guess he would fall into the middle (a three)
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from Kevin Babb:
Hi Christine! Thanks for the review. I will have to rebuttal with you never entered the address so if I didn't have to wait for a call back once I got to your area, I would've been on time. As far as the "canned" music, that was just ambience/break music for your guests when I wasn't performing and during setup/break down. I disagree with you when you say "most of my time" was spent off stage. These type of occasions are interesting because I am primarily background music. Even when your guests were listening, it was few from my point of view so I thought the best way to be effective was to provide easy going music. I apologize if I didn't specify break times before hand. That was a miscommunication on my end. As far as the wine goes, I recall you telling me to indulge. I personally do not feel like the wine played part in my performance. Either way, I did enjoy spending time with you and your guests! Thank you so much for having me. If you would like, I can offer you a discounted rate on another performance. Let me know! :)
Kevin played an incredible set. Our entire crowd raved in how much they enjoyed the entertainment. Great tunes. Great guy! Would love to hire him again!
1990s Era Entertainment, Acoustic Band, Cover Band, Guitarist, One Man Band, Rock Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from Kevin Babb:
Mark! What a great time! So much great conversation and connection:) Id love to be part of anything you and Jill do in the future! Thanks again:)
Kevin was fantastic! He played to the crowd and our guests were thrilled. He plays a wide range, very talented and you can tell he has put in the work. We would hire him again!
1990s Era Entertainment, Cover Band, Guitarist, One Man Band, Rock Band, Singing Guitarist
Kevin and his band did our wedding reception. They did a mix of band and DJ. They were really easy to get a hold of and fun on site. However, I was a little disappointed in the DJ songs as I made a list and only 2-3 of the songs I wanted were played. They ended up playing music people liked, but there were quite a few songs that really meant something to me that weren’t played. So just make sure you over communicate if something is important. Overall Kevin has a great voice and demeanor and I would definitely hire them again.
Rock Band
He was great
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Kevin & Shane were outstanding, fun , lively , w/ upbeat music that kept the crowd entertained. Very impressive selection of music which appealed to the high school crowd as well as the adults . I would highly recommend! They helped make our good party , a great party !
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from Kevin Babb:
Such a great time! Thanks for having us😎🙏
Kevin Babb was terrific! Everyone guest at the party loved his easy manner and marvelous rendition of popular songs as well as his own wonderful album. He was great to work with, would definitely hire him again.
Thanks,
Pat
Guitarist
Booking Info
Price Range: $500 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 300 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
You can expect professional music played at the appropriate volume for what your event calls for. I have a portable PA system with extra microphones incase a speaker is present.
About
2024 is my 14th year playing music for a living! I got my start on Main St. in St. Charles Missouri. That blossomed into being a contracted entertainer for the Saint Louis company LHM(Lodging Hospitality Management) of which I have been with since 2012. I pride myself on being customer service oriented in being the perfect music for any occasion! Ranging anywhere from Jack Johnson to Van Halen, James Taylor to John Mayer and tons of great music in between. Theres something for everyone!
Upcoming Booked Events
September 21, 2024–September 22, 2024 • 4:00pm - 12:00am | Wedding Reception |
Past Booked Events
June 14, 2024 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
June 02, 2024 • 1:00pm - 4:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
May 12, 2024 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Graduation |
April 11, 2024 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
November 11, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
October 19, 2023 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Camp Event |
September 16, 2023 • 6:00pm - 10:30pm | Wedding Reception |
April 11, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
November 05, 2022 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 18, 2022 • 11:30am - 1:30pm | Corporate Event |
October 02, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 25, 2022 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Reception |
August 26, 2022 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Personal Occasion |
August 12, 2022 • 6:00am - 8:00am | Nonprofit Event |
July 30, 2022 • 1:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Reception |
July 23, 2022 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 09, 2022 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Retirement Party |
July 30, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Fundraiser |
July 09, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Rehearsal Dinner |
July 04, 2021 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | House Party |
April 13, 2019 • 1:30pm - 4:30pm | Birthday Party |
October 12, 2018 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Rehearsal Dinner |
October 10, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Product Promotion |
October 06, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Cocktail Party |
September 29, 2018 • 3:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 22, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Reunion |
September 09, 2018 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | School Assembly |
September 07, 2018 • 7:00pm - 10:30pm | Wedding Reception |
June 30, 2018 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm | House Party |
June 09, 2018 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Graduation |
November 24, 2017 • 7:30pm - 10:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
Set List
Fortunate Fool
Daughters
Nothing Else Matters
Wish You Were Here
In Your Atmosphere
Amber
Island In The Sun
Sweet Child O'Mine
Knockin On Heaven Door
Feel Like Making Love
I Got A Woman
Banana Pancakes
Better Together
Bubbly Toes
Sitting Waiting Wishing
Slow Dancing In A Burning Room
Trust Myself Loving You
Waiting On The World To Change
Gravity
Free Fallin
Body Is A Wonderland
Im Yours
Plane
I Wont Give Up
Teenage Dream
As Long As You Love Me
I Want It That Way
The Warmth
Got You Where I Want You
Starfish And Coffee
Mary Jane
Ring Of Fire
Drive
I Miss You
Beautiful People
Thinking Of Her
Ill Be
One Love
Glory Bound
Cant Stop Thinking Bout You
Where Did I Go Wrong
Good Love Is On The Way
Who Did You Think I Was
Vultures
Pina Coladas
Basket Case
When I Come Around
Ice Cream Man
At Last
All The Small Things
Give Me One Reason
No One
Under The Bridge
Soul To Squeeze
Shine
December
6th Avenue Heartache
A Long December
Aint No Sunshine
All Righ Now
Apologize
Breakeven
Brown Eyed Girl
Collide - You're Beautiful
Fire And Rain
Get Lucky
Electric Feel
Suit and Tie
Blurred Lines
Heart Shaped Box
Hysteria
I Want You To Want Me
Pumped Up Kicks
Say
She Will Be Loved
Sunday Morning
Take A Picture
Boys Of Summer
This Love
What I Like About You
With Or Without You
Are You In
Come As You Are
Drain You
Time Is Running Out
Otherside
What I Got
Santeria
Long View
Foxy Lady
Hey Joe
Wind Cries Mary
Wonderwall
Hashpipe
Say It Aint So
The Joker - Beverley Hills
You Really Got Me
Panama
Runnin' With The Devil
Hows It Gonna Be
Jumper
California
Influences & Inspiration
Growing up, I was a fan of Van Halen and Metallica. Now, I am really in to John Mayer, Jack Johnson and Jimi Hendrix!
Setup Requirements
PA System, Mics, Speaker Stands, Mic Stand, Drum Kit(if needed), Bass Guitar & Amp(if needed)