The Dap Squad
The Dap Squad - The Midwest's #1 Party Band
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Overview
The Dap Squad is the Midwest's #1 Party/Top 40 band comprised of top studio musicians and former major label touring artists. The band is comprised of hand picked artists that have impressive resume's each. An exclusive collection of national artists that have toured with, been a member of, or played with such artists as: Prince, The Red Hot chili Peppers, Shakir, Blue Oyster Cult, Steppin wolf, Travis Tritt, Candy Dulpher, Najee, the guess who, etc. , each member is unique. This band is truly exciting and not just another group of weekend warriors that have memorized licks from the radio, but truly amazing artists. Please contact us for upcoming shows to see for yourself.
Reviews
28 reviews
Nolan F.
July 23, 2025Fun, Classy Entertainment
Jason and his gypsy jazz swing band were an amazing addition to our wedding reception. They were all very talented and professional, and their performances made it a very classy and enjoyable evening. They even did an impromptu swing dance clinic for us and our guests! I would recommend them to anyone looking for quality entertainment at a fair price.
Hired as: Dance Band, Jazz Band, Swing Band
Caroline S.
July 21, 2025The best!!!
Jason and the Dap Squad were incredible to work with!! So professional, communicative, and put on an AMAZING show for our wedding day!! We knew we wanted a band over a DJ and specifically a band with talented musicians and a group that would play a variety of tunes, and The Dap Squad did just that! We had the best night dancing, and we credit that to this band! They were so easy to work with throughout the entire process, and they made the night so memorable for us and for our guests!!! Seriously look no further and book this band for your wedding or event - you won't regret it!!
Hired as: 1990s Era Entertainment, 2000s Era Entertainment, Blues Band, Cover Band, Dance Band, Jazz Band, Motown Group, Party Band, Pop Music
Isak H.
January 22, 2025Great wedding band.
The Dap Squad is comprised of top-notch musicians who know how to bring down the house in the best way possible. Throughout the night, and in the months after our 10/05/2024 wedding, our guests would not stop exclaiming to us, "Where did you find this band!" Cannot recommend highly enough.
Hired as: Motown Group
Aswar R.
January 1, 2025The Best
Hands down the best band we could've chose for our wedding celebration. Got us all out on the dance floor and the songs they learned on request from us sounded better than the original! Could not be happier.
Hired as: Cover Band, Motown Group, Party Band
Rachel B.
December 31, 2024Absolutely wonderful!
The Dap squad is amazing! They played at our wedding and our guests couldn't stop talking about how impressive they are. They were easy to work with and most importantly they sounded incredible. They even learned a few songs for us! We already want to hire them again for a big party. Can't thank them enough!
Hired as: Motown Group
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 120 - 300 minutes
Insurance: $100,000 - COVERAGE IS ADDED BY REQUEST AND PRICE VARIES
Unions: AFM
What to expect
High energy mix of motown, old-school rock, jazz, current top 40, swing, 80s/70s/90s hits, and so much more!
The Dap Squad is an all star collaboration of the finest musicians in the Midwest. These are full time featured artists that have shared the stage with such bands as The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Prince, Candy Dulfer, Wynton Marsalis, Harry Connick Jr., The Guess Who, Steppin' Wolf, Blue Oyster Cult, Shakir, Johnny Winter, Son Seals, Pearl Jam, and Captain' Jack McDuff, and many more.
These artists aren't just learning the music from the radio, many of them have played with the actual artists!! They are genuine, full time artists that have done thousands of weddings and events, so the success of your once in a lifetime evening IS their only priority!
All Logistical, load in, event center difficulties, or any other gremlins will be handled without you ever knowing. Our goal is to make your event seem 'magical'. Your favorite songs at just the right time, performed so well that you'll beam at the end of the night!!
Ourgoal is to work with your budget to match you with the most band for your budget.
About
The Dap Squad is a High energy mix of motown, old-school rock, jazz, current top 40, swing, 80s/70s/90s hits, and so much more!
They aren't just another wedding band. They are professional, prepared and a full time band. This is what they do. You will never see members shaking hands, or losing their place as they sight read music.
The Dap Squad is an all star collaboration of the finest musicians in the Midwest. These are full time featured artists that have shared the stage with such bands as The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Prince, Candy Dulfer, Wynton Marsalis, Harry Connick Jr., The Guess Who, Steppin' Wolf, Blue Oyster Cult, Shakir, Johnny Winter, Son Seals, Pearl Jam, and Captain' Jack McDuff, and many more.
These artists aren't just learning the music from the radio, many of them have played with the actual artists!! They are genuine, full time artists that have done thousands of weddings and events, so the success of your once in a lifetime evening IS their only priority!
Don't worry though, the goal is to work with your budget to get you the most band for your budget.
Additional booking notes
The group is 'complete' as a 10 piece group. We can go as low as a 4 person if we have budget constraints, but this limits some of our song list as many songs depend on certain instrumentation.
Lighting system is an additional charge
We offer an upgraded sound system for larger rooms, and crowds of over 100-150.
Outdoor events - We have a much larger sound system for outdoor events and festivals. With this setup we would require a sound engineer and lighting crew unless already provided by the event location.
Out of control or drunk guests are the responsibility of the person contracting the band. If anything is stolen, broken or if instruments are played when the band is on break, the person contracting the band is responsible for any costs or penalties.
Power has to be provided to the performance area and the performance area must be clean, free of debris and safe for the entertainers.
Team
Set list
Happy - Ferrell
All about that Bass - Meghan Trainor
Blurred Lines - Robin Thicke
Get Lucky - Daft Punk
I Gotta Feeling - Black Eyed Peas
Rolling In the Deep - ADELE
Call Me Maybe - Carly Rae Jepsen
Mercy - Duffy
Bad Romance - Lady GAGA
Forget You - Cee Lo Green
Just Dance - Lady GAGA
Dynamite - Taio Cruz
Calfornia Girls - Katy Perr
Disco
Dancing Queen – Abba
Everlasting Love – Gloria Estefan
It’s Raining Men – Weather Girls
Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now – McFadden
I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor
We Are Family - Sister Sledge
Boogie Fever - The Sylvers
Turn The Beat Around - Vicki Sue Robinson
Get Down Tonight - KC & The Sunshine Band
Last Dance - Donna Summer
Classic R&B
September/Sing A Song - Earth Wind & Fire
Love Train – The O’Jays
Can’t Get Enough Of Your Love – Barry White
Respect - Aretha Franklin
Rescue Me - Fontella Bass
Brick House - Commodores
Proud Mary - Tina Turner
Think - Aretha Franklin
Soul Man - Sam & Dave
Celebration - Kool & The Gang
Rock Classic & Contemporary
Don’t Stop Believin – Journey
Living On A Prayer – Bon Jovi
You Shook Me All Night Long – ACDC
What I Like About You - The Romantics
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Twist and Shout - The Beatles
China Grove - Doobie Brothers
Old Time Rock & Roll - Bob Seger
Sweet Child Of Mine - Guns & Roses
Swing Classics
The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra
Route 66 - Natalie Cole
I've Got You Under My Skin - Frank Sinatra
Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin
In The Mood - Glenn Miller - Need 3 horns to perfrom
New York, New York - Frank Sinatra
It Had To Be You - Harry Connik, Jr.
A Train - Duke Ellington
I Get A Kick Out Of You - Frank Sinatra
Motown
I Want You Back - Jackson Five
Signed, Sealed, Delivered - Stevie Wonder
Do You Love Me - The Contours
Can't Help Myself - Four Tops
You Can't Hurry Love - The Supremes
What's Goin' On - Marvin Gaye
Ain't Too Proud To Beg - Temptations
Dancing In The Streets - Martha & The Vandellas
Ooh Baby Baby - Smokey Robinson
Get Ready - Temptations
Isn't she lovely - Stevie Wonder
Ballads & Slow Blues
You Are The Best Thing – Ray Lamontagne
Faithfully – Journey
True Companion – Marc Cohn
If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys
Natural Woman - Aretha Franklin
At Last - Etta James
From This Moment - Shania Twain
What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
Unforgettable - Natalie Cole
Unchained Melody - Righteous Brothers
Others:
Walking on Sunshine - Bb (Katrina and the Whales)
When You were Mine - E (Prince)
Preacher Man - E (Dusty Springfield)
Oh Darlin - A (Beatles)
It’s a Heartache -C (Bonnie Tyler)
In Spite of Ourselves -E (Prine, Dement)
I Got You Babe - E (Sonny and Cher)
Hit Me With Your Best Shot - E (Benetar)
Help Me Make it Through The Night - C (Kristofferson)
Heartaches by the Number - F (Martina McBride)
Goodbye Earl - C (Dixie Chicks)
Golden Ring - D (George Jones and Tammy Wynette)
Fire - C (Springsteen)
Faith - E (George Michael)
Come Together - E (Beatles)
Can’t Help Falling in Love - D (Elvis)
1999 (Prince)
Call Me (Blondie)
Crazy Love -D (Van Morrison)
Cum on feel the Noize (Slade, Quiet Riot)
I Got a Feelin (Black Eyed Peas)
I Love Rock and Roll (Joan Jett)
Our Lips are Sealed - (Go-Go’s)
Poker Face (Lady Gaga)
So What? (Pink)
Sweet Child o’ Mine (Guns N Roses)
The Way You Look Tonight (Sinatra)
What a Wonderful World ( Louis Armstrong)
Christmas
Santa Baby - E
Rockin Around the Christmas Tree - G
Jingle Bell Rock - G
Baby it’s cold outside - D
ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC... Just ask and we may already do it.
Influences and inspiration
Daft punk, Prince, Old Soul, James Brown, Meghan Trainor, Ferrell, Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan, Earth Wind and Fire, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Eric Clapton, Al Green, Etta James, Marvin Gaye, Joe Cocker, Steve Miller, Ray Charles, Ray LaMontage, Journey, etc.
Setup requirements
Power strip
Enough room for the band to perform comfortably