I.V. COLLECTIVE Reviews

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  Maggie M. Sent on 11/13/2023
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  Highlight of our wedding!!

  When we hired I.V. Collective, I couldn’t begin to imagine how impactful their band would be on our wedding. From the outset of us reaching out on the Knot, Gabe was very communicative. We knew we wanted a full sounding band with a horn section, and their talented musicians blew  our expectations out of the water. Gabe was so flexible with what we envisioned for our wedding day and reception. They were so flexible and accommodating of our wishes, and my husband was even allowed to play a surprise song with the band for me at the reception.
  
  The ceremony music and cocktail hour music with the cellist, violinist, pianist, and guitar was absolutely beautiful, and the band at the reception was an absolute highlight of the entire weekend. We received so many compliments from our guests about how the band was the best part of the night! The dance floor was completely full the entire time they were playing. There is not a band in Chicago that can compare to the talent that we had, and the price of hiring I.V. Collective as your band is so unbelievably worth it. They were hands down the best band we could have hired to make our wedding perfect! We highly recommend hiring them!

  When we hired I.V. Collective, I couldn’t begin to imagine how impactful their band would be on our wedding. From the outset of us reaching out on the Knot, Gabe was very communicative. We knew we wanted a full sounding band with a horn section, and their talented musicians blew  our expectations out of the water. Gabe was so flexible with what we envisioned for our wedding day and reception. They were so flexible and accommodating of our wishes, and my husband was even allowed to play a surprise song with the band for me at the reception.
  
  The ceremony music and cocktail hour music with the cellist, violinist, pianist, and guitar was absolutely beautiful, and the band at the reception was an absolute highlight of the entire weekend. We received so many compliments from our guests about how the band was the best part of the night! The dance floor was completely full the entire time they were playing. There is not a band in Chicago that can compare to the talent that we had, and the price of hiring I.V. Collective as your band is so unbelievably worth it. They were hands down the best band we could have hired to make our wedding perfect! We highly recommend hiring them!
• Laura L. Sent on 02/10/2024
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  The best wedding band!

  This band made our wedding! Gabriel was super easy to work with, played our requested songs, and kept the vibe going the whole night. It was more like a concert than a band playing at a wedding. We have received so many compliments from our guests and have already referred them to so many friends. This band is also very affordable compared to the big swing bands (which tend to be a bit old fashioned and play less relevant music).

  This band made our wedding! Gabriel was super easy to work with, played our requested songs, and kept the vibe going the whole night. It was more like a concert than a band playing at a wedding. We have received so many compliments from our guests and have already referred them to so many friends. This band is also very affordable compared to the big swing bands (which tend to be a bit old fashioned and play less relevant music).
• Lore Sent on 10/30/2023
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  Amazing band

  Working with IV collective was such an incredible decision for our wedding. They did our ceremony (piano), cocktail hour (jazz trio) and reception music. They were so much fun - and they were even able to incorporate music in Spanish, which was really important to us. Such a fun addition to the day and we are so happy we went with them.
  
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  We really wanted to keep our wedding simple in terms of flowers and decor for cost and waste purposes. Flowers for Dreams, while keeping within our budget and vision, made the space look beyond any expectations we could have had. Our table had greenery and candles and made the space feel so warm and vibrant. Our flowers for the ceremony was just as we asked for them to look. The team was so helpful during the process and it was overall an incredible experience.

  Working with IV collective was such an incredible decision for our wedding. They did our ceremony (piano), cocktail hour (jazz trio) and reception music. They were so much fun - and they were even able to incorporate music in Spanish, which was really important to us. Such a fun addition to the day and we are so happy we went with them.
  
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  We really wanted to keep our wedding simple in terms of flowers and decor for cost and waste purposes. Flowers for Dreams, while keeping within our budget and vision, made the space look beyond any expectations we could have had. Our table had greenery and candles and made the space feel so warm and vibrant. Our flowers for the ceremony was just as we asked for them to look. The team was so helpful during the process and it was overall an incredible experience.
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• Nancy P. Sent on 08/10/2023
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  Incredible band!

  WOW! I.V. Collective was the perfect band for our wedding! They were so so fun, had a great sound/overall vibe, and were a key element to the party! The amount of compliments I have gotten since our wedding a couple of weeks ago has been so fun!!! This group is made up of impressive musicians and true performers. We loved working with Gabriel and the whole band - couldn't recommend them enough!

  WOW! I.V. Collective was the perfect band for our wedding! They were so so fun, had a great sound/overall vibe, and were a key element to the party! The amount of compliments I have gotten since our wedding a couple of weeks ago has been so fun!!! This group is made up of impressive musicians and true performers. We loved working with Gabriel and the whole band - couldn't recommend them enough!
• Jessica L. Sent on 11/04/2022
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  Best Wedding Band 10/10

  I.V. Collective were absolutely fabulous. Gabe was great, helping us during the planning phases and was super responsive to my questions/concerns. We could not have been happier with their performance and presence at our wedding. All of the guests had nothing but compliments for the group. 10/10

  I.V. Collective were absolutely fabulous. Gabe was great, helping us during the planning phases and was super responsive to my questions/concerns. We could not have been happier with their performance and presence at our wedding. All of the guests had nothing but compliments for the group. 10/10
• Meghan H. Sent on 08/15/2022
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  Book this band! Incredible and cohesive!

  We had the most fun at our wedding and the band was the biggest reason! It has been a month now and we keep getting compliments! The band is VERY fun and VERY cool. Their set was so well organized! They started off right away with songs that got people out on the dance floor immediately, and people just never sat down! During their short breaks their was DJed music to keep people dancing and everyone was so amped up every time they came back on stage! it felt like our own private concert. (Which it was. These guys are a band with their own music. They play live shows throughout the city and their cohesiveness really shows.) Gabriel (the bandleader) was so easy to work with and he was patient with us as we got our ducks in a row during the scheduling. Book this band! It was the best decision we made for our wedding.

  We had the most fun at our wedding and the band was the biggest reason! It has been a month now and we keep getting compliments! The band is VERY fun and VERY cool. Their set was so well organized! They started off right away with songs that got people out on the dance floor immediately, and people just never sat down! During their short breaks their was DJed music to keep people dancing and everyone was so amped up every time they came back on stage! it felt like our own private concert. (Which it was. These guys are a band with their own music. They play live shows throughout the city and their cohesiveness really shows.) Gabriel (the bandleader) was so easy to work with and he was patient with us as we got our ducks in a row during the scheduling. Book this band! It was the best decision we made for our wedding.
• Bella Sent on 09/28/2020
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  Talented and true professionals

  Recently booked this band for my wedding and they crushed it. They are professional, talented, and have tremendous range. We told them the vibes we were going for and they got it right away. I will find an excuse to work with them again in the future. Do not hesitate to book this group.

  Recently booked this band for my wedding and they crushed it. They are professional, talented, and have tremendous range. We told them the vibes we were going for and they got it right away. I will find an excuse to work with them again in the future. Do not hesitate to book this group.
• Morgan L. Sent on 10/22/2020
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  Communicative, Energized, & Lively Music!

  As a wedding planner, I'm always looking for outstanding talent and reliable vendors to make my clients' weddings unforgettable and special. I had the pleasure of working with Illville Vanguard, led by Gabriel Alston, at a recent Chicago wedding impacted by COVID that required flexibility and lots of communication. Not only was Gabriel communicative and organized during the planning stages, but also a standout vendor day of. The band delivered a lively, musical experience that felt jazzy, energized and perfect for this rooftop wedding overlooking the city. They also provided animated accompaniment with our DJ; either adding on to his songs or partaking in a call and response. They were so fun and will be a great addition to any wedding day seeking a really unique sound and exciting atmosphere. I can't recommend them enough!

  As a wedding planner, I'm always looking for outstanding talent and reliable vendors to make my clients' weddings unforgettable and special. I had the pleasure of working with Illville Vanguard, led by Gabriel Alston, at a recent Chicago wedding impacted by COVID that required flexibility and lots of communication. Not only was Gabriel communicative and organized during the planning stages, but also a standout vendor day of. The band delivered a lively, musical experience that felt jazzy, energized and perfect for this rooftop wedding overlooking the city. They also provided animated accompaniment with our DJ; either adding on to his songs or partaking in a call and response. They were so fun and will be a great addition to any wedding day seeking a really unique sound and exciting atmosphere. I can't recommend them enough!