Casey Sent on 08/19/2025

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Incredible band, they made our wedding the party we envisioned!

Stop looking for a band if you're reading this and hire One Night Band. Marty cares for his clients and even helped us with our itinerary as we didn't use a wedding planner (he did this at no additional cost).

The band is composed of pros who know how to entertain. The saxophone, oh my gosh, that made our night. They played all of the hits and my guests were all asking where did you find these guys. One Night Band was a referral from my cousin's wedding several years prior and I'm SO happy we got to book them for our reception. Thank you, One Night Band!

John Sent on 12/17/2024

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ONE NIGHT BAND was the highlight or our night!

We hired One Night Band for our summer wedding reception at The Old Post Office in Chicago, and they were absolutely fantastic! Their performance kept our guests dancing all night. The band's talent was impressive, with incredible lead vocalists and tight instrumentals. They were also great at reading the crowd and adjusting the vibe throughout the night.

From start to finish, the communication was smooth, and they were professional and punctual. They even invited guests to join in on a song, which created such a fun moment! If you want a band that will bring energy and make your wedding unforgettable, we highly recommend One Night Band!

Carrie Sent on 11/02/2023

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One Night Band is the perfect wedding band!

I don't know where to begin, from start to finish, this band is incredible. One Night Band made our wedding the party that we had envisioned. Marty was easy to work with during the planning process and the band knocked it out of the park. I would highly recommend this band to anyone who is having a wedding!

Kristin Sent on 06/19/2023

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Terrific band who kept everyone on the dance floor all night!!

We were so happy we chose one night band for our wedding reception. They were absolutely fantastic, and even performed an excellent live slowed down version of our first dance song for us. They kept everyone on the dance floor all night which was exactly what we wanted. We highly recommend to anyone looking for a terrific, high energy wedding band.

Lisa Sent on 03/25/2023

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We couldn't be happier!

We were married in November of 2022 and finally getting around to writing reviews. One Night Band knocked it out of the park. They played the perfect mix of music, MC'd the evening flawlessly, and they were a pleasure to work with. Everyone at the wedding was complimenting the band and we couldn't be happier with our decision to hire One Night Band for our reception!

Cynthia Sent on 03/24/2023

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Unbelieviable!

Unbelievable! That's all I can say about this band. From booking to the performance, they were professional and really got the party going. I would highly recommend One Night Band to anyone who is looking for a great wedding band. We couldn't be happier.

Nina Sent on 02/08/2023

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One Night Band was FABULOUS!

We are obsessed with One Night Band (ONB) and can't recommend them enough!!! Hiring a band was the absolute most important thing to me and my now-husband, and we are SO happy we went with ONB. The dance floor was packed the entire night, and countless people told us we had the best wedding band they'd ever seen. Marty also made the whole process leading up to the wedding seamless and stress-free. We felt so strongly about the music at the wedding that we hand-selected every song the band would play, and ONB accommodated all of our requests. On top of that, we had family members who were supposed to play music during our ceremony, and when we realized last-minute that they needed a keyboard and sound equipment, ONB stepped in to help us out. Marty's relaxed and calming vibe was much appreciated as we were frantically working through last-minute details in the two weeks leading up to the wedding. We can't thank ONB enough for making our wedding day so fantastic!!!

Kim W. Sent on 11/08/2022

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Absolutely Incredible

One Night Band made our wedding night as great as it could be. From the planning to the execution, this band is pro. If you're considering them for your wedding I would highly recommend them. You can't go wrong. They played all genres, emcee'd the wedding very well, and everyone at our wedding was talking about how great there are!

Madeleine Sent on 11/06/2022

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Best Live Band for Getting Guests to Dance!

We got married in May 2022, and One Night Band performed at our wedding. They were truly amazing and made it such a great experience!! We had an 11am wedding with a 1pm reception, and I felt that a live band would really be the best way to get people up and dancing for a brunch wedding. And they definitely did!! The band is so talented, and they are also great at reading the room. I was not someone who wanted to plan every single detail myself, but they did give me the option to completely set the playlist. Instead, I just gave a few examples of songs that I liked / the vibe we were going for, and I left the detailed set list up to the band. I was so happy with all of their song choices, and it really took some stress off of me! I think one of the highlights of the whole day was when the band let our priest come up and sing a song with them. We worked with Marty for the planning process, and he is great to work with. I would 100% recommend One Night Band for weddings or galas or anything you want a great live band for!

Jasmine Sent on 05/13/2022

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Best Wedding Band Ever!!

You won't regret hiring this group. They're professional through and through! We had the best wedding ever and owe a lot of that to One Night Band!

Haleigh Sent on 11/21/2021

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First vendor booked and for a reason !

I think the first vendor we booked for our wedding was ONB almost TWO years before our wedding actually happened. Marty was the absolute easiest vendor to work with in regards to our multiple reschedules and always made it work. They played live guitar and piano for our ceremony and even learned a specific song for the processional that I always imagined walking down the aisle to.. it was beautiful. Now the real fun! The reception was an AMAZING. Our dance floor was packed the entire night and the range of different music that ONB can play just makes it that much better. So many of our guests have complimented how good the band was and how fun much they had. highly recommend !!

Jim D. Sent on 11/21/2021

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One Night Band was AMAZING!

From the time we booked them, to the time we had to reschedule due to Covid, to the actual wedding, everything was perfect! Live music is very important to us and we knew we wanted a band. We saw One Night Band at a friend's wedding several years ago and when we got engaged we reached out immediately. If you're looking for a band, look no further, One Night Band is who you want. They put a concert on at our wedding and the dance floor was packed. It was the greatest night of our lives.

Kevin Sent on 06/04/2020

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Great Company to Work With

Marty was awesome to work with very flexible and understanding. You will not regret working with them!

Nicole Sent on 01/17/2020

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Great wedding band

We're so glad One Night Band was part of our wedding reception. They kept the dance floor packed all night and helped make the evening memorable. They even created a slow version of the song September by Earth Wind and Fire for our first dance that led right into the standard version to get all of our guests onto the dance floor from the start. The wide range of songs on their set list appealed to guests, old and young. They are professional and talented - we highly recommend!

Jenna Sent on 11/20/2019

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Absolutely Amazing

One Night Band was perfect for our wedding. We attended a wedding that they played at and didn't have to look any further when choosing a band for our own. The dance floor was packed the entire night, Marty was so easy to work with, and people are still raving at how amazing they were. I absolutely would recommend them for any event!

Alexandra Sent on 10/09/2019

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They brought the PARTY!

The music was a hit for all ages - our dance floor was packed, and we owe it all to One Night Band!!! Professional, communicative, flexible, just perfect for our wedding!!! A++

Liz W. Sent on 09/12/2019

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This band is AMAZING!

WOW, that pretty much sums it up! I had no clue where to begin and we stumbled upon One Night Band at a street fest in Chicago. I knew within in minutes that I wanted them at my wedding. I approached them after their performance and asked if they perform at weddings. They enthusiastically replied, YES. From there, I worked with Marty to get things underway. The process was painless, the music was amazing, and my guests are still talking about them. We basically had a concert at our wedding, and we loved every minute of it. The MC'ing, song selection, crowd interaction, and crowd's response was everything I hoped for. My husband and I did our research and found One Night Band to be a great value, and they're a real band, not a hodgepodge of musicians that are available on that night. If you are going to have live music at your wedding hire One Night Band. We are so happy we had them perform for our big day!

James Sent on 09/12/2019

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Absolutely perfect.

I don’t write reviews or have social media because both are as appealing as execution via flying rabid weasels...

My wife and I got married January 19, 2019 at the Mayne Stage in Chicago and we booked this band. Beforehand, my biggest worry was that they had nothing but amazing reviews, and so I thought maybe I smelled a rat.

No.

THESE PEOPLE ARE FREAKING AMAZING.

Everyone--EVERYONE--at the wedding raves/raves about them. Like I said, this is my second review and I don't want/care/need my opinion heard, but I also understand that in One Night Band's profession, the reviews are critical.

I normally wouldn't even care to comment (I mean, they quoted a price that we paid and that's that), but damn...they are REALLY REALLY good.

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Vicki Sent on 08/29/2019

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Do you want your wedding to be amazing? If so, pick ONB!

One Night Band (ONB) was amazing. We checked them out at one of the gigs they played at a bar and thought they were great, we saw great reviews, meant with marty and went with it. For a 6 member band, their pricing was very reasonable. Marty was very professional and helpful along the whole way. As everyone knows, wedding planning and executing an amazing event takes a whole village. Marty and his band were the highlight of the night. We enjoyed them live at the bar but were completely blown away when they killed at our wedding. The two lead singers were great, they can sing sing! The musicians were stellar. You can tell they really love playing. We hired the guitarist to play during our ceremony and that was a special touch. Nothing beats live music. We got so many compliments from our guests how great they were. They really got the crowd dancing and going!
On top of that, Marty (captain/manager of the team) was able to help out when things weren't going as planned. He was helpful with making sure things were going as smoothly as possible.
If ONB is still around in 10-20 years, we would have them play our anniversary. Thats how much they rocked!

Amanda Sent on 08/22/2019

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So much fun

We loved having One Night Band for our wedding! Marty was great to work with. He was responsive, led us through the wedding process, but was also flexible and worked with our ideas. He was great to have the day of, and was MC throughout the night. The band was so much fun the day of, and we received many compliments from our guests. They are all great musicians, and had great energy. Can't thank you all enough!

Jon G. Sent on 08/19/2019

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ONB Wedding Experience

We hired One Night Band for our wedding in July 2019, and it was one of the best decisions we made for the entire wedding. They sounded amazing, and even through 3 hours of live music had so much energy and kept the dance floor packed all night. Our family and friends count not stop raving about how great the band was all night (and we still get that comment a month later!)

Aside from sounding great and putting on an incredible show, they provided so many little touches that made the experience and night perfect - live music during cocktail hour, sound during the ceremony, DJ'd music during a set break - all little things that added up to a perfect night.

Marty was an absolute professional to work with. He answered all of our questions, was very responsive, and very organized. He helped us put together the perfect set list for the night, add his suggestions and experience to what works well, and was around the whole time leading up to the day to make sure everything went well.

I cannot recommend One Night Band enough to anyone looking for a live band for their wedding. And we are definitely planning on seeing them again next time they are playing a bar or festival.

Patty Sent on 08/15/2019

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Thank you, one night band!

From start to finish, EVERYONE was dancing! THANK YOU One Night Band. I saw them at my sister's wedding in 2016 so I knew what I was in for, but they still exceeded my expectations. Book them, you and your guests will thank you!

Sheila Sent on 01/09/2019

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Amazing band!

One Night Band exceeded our expectations and kept the dance floor packed for the duration of the reception. I highly recommend them to anyone who is considering a band for their wedding. My husband and I can't thank them enough.

Jamie Sent on 12/10/2018

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One Night Band is THE band for your wedding!

Everything was easy working with Marty and One Night Band. My husband and I were blown away by their performance, the emceeing of the event, and my guests still talk about One Night Band. One thing that I was assured of from the get go was that it would be the performers that we saw at a festival while shopping the band. I had no idea that many bands use a name and they they fill several weddings in the same night with a roster of people, you don't know who will be showing up at your wedding. One Night Band is an actual band that performs on a regular basis, we loved that when we were speaking to different bands about their services. Trust me, hire One Night Band for your big day, you won't regret it!

Lynette Sent on 11/14/2018

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You need this band at your wedding!

I came across One Night Band at my cousin’s wedding. I knew, my now husband knew, a live band was an absolute MUST at our wedding. We’d been searching and wanted to see what other bands were like, if they’d be of any interest to us, but there was no one like them. I got their contact information from my cousin and were browsing through the website and contacted Marty Murphy.

Marty was not only timely in his response, he remembered exactly what wedding was my cousins that we’d heard them play. I felt at that moment, these are the kind of people I want to work with. While I understand this might be a job for some people, this day would be the most important of our lives, and I wanted to know that the people we work with understand that and are willing to work WITH us, not for us, as just another job. Marty explained everything about the day so well, and gave us a layout of exactly what we needed and how we can make things easiest for everyone.

Now the band themselves, I can’t even describe. Our wedding was 6 months ago from this review, and I’m still getting random comments, even AT other people’s weddings, about how much fun our wedding was and how the band was KEY. I had one friend tell me that they’d never seen a dance floor so INSTANTLY packed, and STAY packed in all the weddings she’s been to. There are two things we invested our money in for the wedding, and this is one of them.

Stephanie Sent on 10/31/2018

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Thank you!

I cannot say enough great things about One Night Band. The live music was the largest compliment we received and ONB blew us away. They were incredible to work with from the beginning to the end and listened to our needs. EVERYONE was on the dance floor! They will make your wedding the party of the year! Thank you again!!

Amanda Sent on 10/29/2018

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Simply Fantastic!

Simply fantastic! Live music was the most important aspect of our reception, and my husband and I couldn’t have been happier with One Night Band. The dance floor was packed all night, and they put on one heck of a show!

James Sent on 10/27/2018

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Hire this band!

There are so many wedding bands out there, and this one is the real deal. We had our wedding at the Farm at Dover, a beautiful barn in WI. They were recommended by the owner, now I know why. They rock! Hip Hop, Country, Wedding Classics, they do it all. My beautiful bride and I keep getting compliments. Hire them, they're worth every penny!

Lisa Sent on 10/24/2018

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Thank You, One Night Band!!

I'm really not sure where to start, ONE NIGHT BAND turned our wedding into an insanely fun party the second they hit the stage! Marty did an excellent job of MC'ing the wedding (really easy to work with for booking and coordination as well, can take a couple days to respond, but they're a busy band and I can tell they love what they do). My husband and I couldn't be happier with the decision we made to have ONB perform for our big day. Thank you, One Night Band!

Julia Sent on 05/01/2018

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If you want a high energy, affordable, and FUN time at your wedding then you should book One Night Band as your entertainment. They are such a talented group- they were able to play all genre's of music. They played some great old tunes, new tunes, and songs that aren't commonly played at weddings. They really won me over with all the throwback 90's R&B songs. Our crowd was in their 30's and 40's so many of them were singing right along with the music, you felt nostalgia wave over the audience. In addition, the lead singer (who also looks like Lenny Kravitz) played a saxophone and during a couple of songs, jumped right in to the crowd and people were huddled around him bopping to the sounds he was making- it was awesome. Many of our guests came up to us after and said "That was the best band I have ever seen at a wedding". I have also been to many weddings with bands, this one tops it. If you are looking to book a band, don't hesitate- they are the ONE. Marty was also great with handling all the logistics, so don't worry about your wedding not going as planned, because they will help make the flow perfect. And if you don't believe me, just watch their promo video, it says it all.

Samantha Sent on 02/07/2018

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We are SO happy we made the right choice! My husband and I spent months looking for the perfect band to play our wedding. Our #1 goal was that we wanted the dance floor to be full all night. After seeing One Night Band at a festival over the summer, we knew that they would be up for the task. Sure enough, our reception was the best! Family and friends are STILL telling us how awesome One Night Band was at our wedding! They played ALL the songs we requested, and they knew how to get everyone up and dancing all night. On a planning note, Marty worked with me beforehand. During the months leading up to our big day, Marty answered all of our questions and helped us plan exactly how the night would go. We highly recommend One Night Band, and our wedding guests do, too!!

Charles Sent on 01/29/2018

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We had One Night Band at our wedding and they were the perfect choice! Marty was so easy to work with while putting all the logistics together. He was always there to answer questions and help with anything from timeline to song selection. On the day of the wedding, the band was AWESOME. They sounded great and had such great energy on stage. Even their bassist was dancing all night!!! They played a diverse set of genres that kept the dance floor packed all night. We couldn't be happier with our choice of One Night Band.

Michelle Sent on 09/07/2017

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One Night Band was AMAZING!!!! We had them play our wedding 3 weeks ago and we are still getting compliments on our band. They are so full of energy and they know how to keep people on the engaged and dancing. Our dance floor was completely packed all night and we have One Night Band to thank. They know what they are doing when it comes to weddings and they are amazing musicians. I would recommend them to EVERYONE!!! Thank you again, guys, you made our night unforgettable!!

Rachel Sent on 09/05/2017

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As soon as we got engaged, we knew we had to have two great things at our wedding to make it an unforgettable party. 1. Great booze. 2. The perfect band. Since we got married at a distillery, booze was covered. Next we spent weeks searching for the perfect band. ENTER ONE NIGHT BAND! We wanted a band that didn't feel like your typical, cheesy wedding band. We wanted a band that you'd see in concert or at the most fun bar in town. That is exactly what One Night Band is. From great emcee roles to saxophone solos ending in the splits, One Night Band created the perfect party atmosphere for our wedding. I can't tell you how many people came to us saying, "best band ever." Go with them - you won't regret it!

Ian Sent on 01/28/2017

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We booked One Night Band for our wedding and they were incredible! They kept the energy going throughout the night and were the perfect band for our wedding. Months before the wedding, Marty took the time to get to know my bride and I, and our tastes in music. He was overly patient with all of our questions and the band as whole really came through on the big day. They are true professional's. Their sound is great and their playing is spot on!

Abby Sent on 11/22/2016

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Having One Night Band play at our November 12, 2016 wedding was one of the BEST decisions we could have made! From the attention to detail from Marty to the professionalism of the entire band the day of, working with them was blast and they kept the reception moving along at a perfect pace! The entire dance floor was packed all night long which was so important to me. We have received so many compliments from the band and our friends are wanting to plan events to have them play again! Thank you to One Night Band for a perfect reception!!!!

Kelly Sent on 08/27/2016

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We can't say enough about One Night Band! They were amazing to work with from day one of planning until the final moments of the greatest day of our lives. Throughout the wedding day the MC kept us on track with all of the little events (speeches, intros, etc) all while allowing flexibility as needed. Their energy and talents during the live performance wow-ed us and all of our guests throughout the evening and kept us dancing and smiling for hours. 5 stars, two thumbs up, amazing people to work with and enjoy. Kelly and Kevin

Rachel Sent on 08/12/2016

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Book this band. Now. They were they highlight of our wedding and I cannot count the number of people that came up to us during (and still) that tell us it was the best band they have heard at a wedding, ever. They made our night so fun and read the crowd perfectly. Our dance floor was packed all night long. This was an easy decision to make and one we do not regret at all!

Stefania Sent on 08/12/2016

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We can't express how amazing One Night Band are!! From the moment we seen them on YouTube we knew they were the guys!
We communicated through email as we are from Scotland and Marty was just brilliant, was so easy to work with. We met Marty during one of our trips to Chicago and we love how excited he was and how much he was up for a party (we wanted our vendors to have as much fun as us).
The day of the wedding was just unbelievable! James was an awesome MC and definitely got the crowd going... as it was smaller wedding I was worried about an empty dancefloor but these guys sorted that by playing such a good set.
I remember at one point towards the end of the night I just sat with a bit of cake and just watched them and all I can say is wither your up dancing or just watching them they really did put on a show.
Right up to today we are still getting compliments about how amazing these guys are! We feel so lucky to have them part of our special day :D

Cassandra Sent on 08/04/2016

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From the very beginning, my husband and I knew that booking a great band for our wedding was extremely important to us. It was extremely stressful searching for and talking to numerous bands not knowing 100% what you would get and if it would be worth the cost. We knew that the band would make or break our wedding, and since we had a somewhat young crowd, we were looking for a group that wasn’t your prototypical wedding band and would keep the party going from start to finish. That being said, we truly could not have been happier with our decision to book One Night Band. Words cannot describe how much they lived up to and absolutely blew our expectations out of the water! The band leader Marty (also the drummer) was extremely responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. From the very start, he puts your mind at ease knowing you can be as involved or non-involved as you would like. NOT TO MENTION, When our big day came around, Marty actually broke his foot literally hours before our reception…however, he still showed up on time, played, and literally did not miss a beat! Talk about dedication, if you book ONB, you can rest assured that they will do whatever it takes to make sure you get an amazing show. Broken footed drummer and all, they absolutely killed it! The dance floor was packed the entire night and all of our guests have been absolutely raving about them and asking where we found them. If you are lucky enough to have your wedding on a date that they are available, book One Night Band immediately! It will by far be the best decision you make for your wedding!

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I cannot even begin to put into words the love that my husband and I have for these guys! James, Marty, and the entire band were absolutely perfect from the very first email I sent them to inquire about the band. We went to two of their shows to watch them perform before the wedding and the guys were always nice enough to stop and talk with us during their set break. Marty had excellent contact with us throughout the planning process. They closely listened to our wants and needs and offered the appropriate amount of advice and suggestions. These guys have done over 100 weddings (per Marty), so they really know how to gauge the couple, their wedding style, and their music needs. The guys showed up looking professional and well-dressed. Our wedding reception was SO much fun and most of that was due to One Night Band. We even had our venue move the dance floor to the middle of the room (instead of off in the corner) so that the band could be the center of attention. Our guests have not stopped complimenting us on what a great time they had and how awesome the band was. During the reception, they DJ-ed some music while our guests were arriving, they did our wedding party intros, and then they jammed the night away. If you want your wedding reception to be a party from the moment your guests walk in, these are your guys. We cannot wait to go see another one of their shows as they now have a special place in our hearts!

Joe Sent on 01/30/2016

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We first saw One Night Band a couple years ago at a fundraising event, and were blown away. I have found a lot of event bands to be limited as far as the styles of music they can do (successfully). They can do anything from country to R&B and make it sound great. When it came time to plan our wedding we knew we had to get ONB to perform. From day one they were great to work with on creating a playlist to coming up with a timeline for the event. They day of they did such a great job not only playing, but also emceeing the whole night. We couldn't be happier, and our guests had an amazing time...and can't stop raving.

Kristen Sent on 10/20/2015

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One Night Band was awesome! They were easy to work with and were able to help me understand the flow of the night. They definitely have it down! Most of the communication was with Marty and he was great. They learned a song for our first dance, which we were really happy about. They did a great job! My guests loved them, too! They still rave about them! I definitely recommend One Night Band! They were a lot of fun and very talented!

Tess Sent on 09/30/2015

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One Night Band was a pleasure to work with! My husband and I had an absolute blast with all of our family & friends on the dance floor and it was due to One Night Band's incredible energy and enthusiasm. They let us choose the songs we'd want sung, made our timeline/schedule a breeze and had me wanting to stay on the dance floor all night long. I wish we could do it again this weekend. HIGHLY recommend. They will not disappoint. Thank you so much for making our night so memorable!!! - Tess & Tim

Jenna Sent on 08/17/2015

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Marty and the rest of the band were a pleasure to work with! They did a wonderful job entertaining our entire group! So much that nobody wanted the night to be over! I would highly recommend hiring One Night Band for any event. Great guys!

David Sent on 08/17/2015

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If you're looking for a wedding band and you're reading this review...stop now and book One Night Band. This is THE band you want at your reception. From start to finish they made the booking and planning process enjoyable and seamless. Marty was our main contact (also the drummer) and let me tell you....he was awesome. Great, personable guy that is 100% focused on making your reception amazing. He instills confidence throughout the process as he's done this many times before and knows all the appropriate details to plan. The band was great working with us regarding the playlist and even allowed my best man to do a special surprise performance with the band. Every single person at our wedding raved about the band....and I'm not exaggerating here....the most frequent question we got after our wedding was, "where did you find that band, they were AMAZING!" They did a great job MC'ing the reception and making sure transitions were flawless. They also DJ'd music during dinner and during set breaks. From Country to Rock to Hip Hop and everything in between, their performance was top notch. I know this sounds like a love fest....but I really don't know how else to put it. It does not get better than One Night Band....I can promise you that. Best band, best value, best people....period.

Emily Sent on 08/15/2015

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Absolutely phenomenal. We hired One Night Band to play at our wedding, and in addition to being extremely talented, and making our wedding stand out from all the others, they are the epitome of professional and organized. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Danny Sent on 08/13/2015

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One Night Band was amazing. Very accomadating getting the prewedding details done. Even played our first dance live for us. More importantly when they started playing after dinner the dance floor was full till the end of the night. Had a wide range of songs but really knew how to keep the crowd energized the whole time. I'd recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding band. They really made our whole wedding night

Kyle Sent on 08/07/2015

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One Night Band is fantastic. They were so easy to work with and very helpful in helping us plan a timeline for the reception itself; they did so much more than just show up and provide the music. Speaking of the music, they did awesome. Everyone had so much fun and they kept the dance floor full all night. I can not recommend these guys enough.

Sara Sent on 05/26/2015

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If you are looking to throw the wedding party of a lifetime, One Night Band is the way to go. Our wedding was at a formal country club, and instead of having a traditional 12 piece wedding band, we shook it up with ONB. They're SO fun, energetic, and know how to rule a crowd. Our reception felt like an amazing night out with friends at a bar, and everyone from grandparents to friends were on the dance floor all night. They MCd the night so smoothly and completely understood all our music tastes. They were the highlight of the night, and our friends and family are still talking about them.

Alicia Sent on 05/03/2015

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One Night Band was AMAZING! They helped make our day the wedding of our dreams! People are still talking about how fantastic the band was at our wedding! They say it was the most fun they have ever had! Our guests and my husband and I never left the dance floor! The band was extremely flexible and fun to work with. They were willing to help customize their set to match our vision of the evening! I would recommend One Night Band to any couple! We can't wait to see them again at venues near us!

Joanne Sent on 02/09/2015

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One Night Band made our wedding an incredibly memorable experience. Marty was our contact person and he was so organized and easy to work with. He was responsive to emails and met us in person to go through the timeline for the evening. They were also flexible with any of our requests (having our friends MC, changing songs/timeline, etc.)

Every member of the band was so talented and they got everyone on the dance floor all night! We received tons of compliments on the band. There is no doubt that getting a live band was the best decision we made in the planning process.

Mary Sent on 12/18/2014

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If you are thinking about booking ONB for your wedding, DO IT! They rocked our dance floor all night long. They were energetic, fun and all have amazing talent. Our guests have not stopped raving about them and I doubt they will! Marty was a pleasure to work with and made sure the night went off without a hitch. I would HIGHLY recommend them to any future bride!

Susan Sent on 11/02/2014

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We booked ONB for our Oct. wedding and WOW – are we glad we did! I hired them initially because they performed every year at my job’s work fundraiser, & I knew they were great, but having them at our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. First of all, they are so easy to work with. Marty was very responsive, flexible, & interested in getting to know us & our taste in music. We were very insistent on having dancing in-between courses (instead of a 2 hour sit down dinner), & while Marty said that is not something they generally do, he was completely willing to work with our request. They were extremely accommodating, & the night went off without a hitch– totally seamless and perfectly timed (timing was a big deal for me since I didn’t want my guests eating dinner at 10pm, and they made sure to stick to the given timeline).

Second, their song list is huge and they can play an array of different genres and styles to appeal to all of your guests. Finally, they ROCKED the dance floor ALL NIGHT long, got all of our guests up & dancing, & had SO MUCH FUN with us. Our dance floor was completely packed the entire night, & it was clear that the band was feeding off the energy of the crowd – & vice versa. My husband even got up on stage with them at one point, & at another point the lead singer James was on the floor in the middle of the crowd jamming out on the saxophone!

If you are looking for a high-energy, entertaining, versatile & FUN band that won’t break the bank, these are your guys. My planner was a little hesitant at first because she wasn’t familiar with them, but we didn’t care because we had seem them perform and knew how amazing they were. They are so much more fun than those 10-12 piece “orchestra” bands that a lot of wedding planners recommend, & I can’t even begin to count how many people told us how much they loved them. They are awesome, and if you have a fun crowd they are even greater! Trust me, you will not be disappointed.

Megan Sent on 10/22/2014

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One Night Band absolutely made our wedding. I have never seen every single person up and out of their seat dancing and singing, and that's exactly what we got! It was a party! Their professionalism before the wedding sealed the deal. The fact that Marty took the time to meet with us and walk us through the entire reception totally put our minds at ease. They handled everything from cake cutting to toasts to first dances and made the night go so smoothly, we didn't have to worry about a thing. They were all so kind, too, so when we were 30 minutes behind schedule trying to greet all of our guests, they told us no problem, it was our day, give them a thumbs up when we're ready to start dancing. It's priceless to have vendors that keep you calm and these guys helped our night go off without a hitch. I have friends and family still calling to tell us how fun the wedding was and how awesome our band was! A group of truly talented and nice guys. Can't recommend them enough!

Patricia Sent on 09/09/2014

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One Night Band did a great job at our wedding. We were on the dance floor all night. A few of my wedding guests even hired them for events and weddings because they enjoyed One Night Band so much at our wedding. They were great to work with.

Allie Sent on 08/05/2014

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One Night Band was UNBELIEVABLE for our wedding reception!!! We had received a recommendation from a family friend when we got engaged, saw them perform at a festival in Chicago, and immediately asked them to play at our wedding – and we have ZERO regrets!!!

Marty was so great to work with – he was very responsive to e-mails, and did everything we asked them to do for the reception. Everybody from our reception spent most of the time on the dance floor! And we can’t even begin to guess how many compliments we received about them – everybody said they were BY FAR the best wedding band they had ever seen!

One Night Band was worth every penny we spent on them! We would recommend them to anyone considering a band for a wedding, because it will be the best money you spend! A huge thank you to everybody in the band – you made our reception incredibly memorable!

Brittany Sent on 07/06/2014

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My husband and I cannot say enough wonderful things about One Night Band. From the very start, they were there to support us, help us think of wedding moments that we had overlooked and put us at ease while planning our wedding. They have an amazing set list to choose from and we felt we were able to specifically tailor the wedding playlist to our likes. We could not have dreamed of a better band to help us celebrate. Each member of the band was so incredibly energetic and they sounded amazing. The amount of people who came up to us to compliment the band was unreal. We are still receiving compliments on our music selection! We will remember the music on our wedding night forever!

Joe Sent on 06/03/2014

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These guys are the best! They made our reception so memorable and everyone was on the dance floor all night! All of our friends are trying to book them for their weddings now; absolutely the best! Thanks One Night Band!!

Sara Sent on 02/26/2014

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I heard this band at a wedding last summer and KNEW that when and if I ever needed a band, this would be the one. I hired them for a fundraiser that has been happening for the last 18 years and people said it was the BEST band in the history of the event! They are fun, professional and SO accommodating! I can't say enough about them other than- hire them!

Elle Sent on 10/31/2013

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PLEASE DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND HIRE ONE NIGHT BAND! From the beginning they were amazing to work with - positive, flexible, and so reasonably priced for the level of service and TALENT that they offer. We had so many people tell us that this was the best wedding they had ever been to and the dance floor was rocking ALL night. HIRE THEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

Adriana Sent on 10/31/2013

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One Night Band performed at our wedding on 10/5/13, and they were a huge hit! The dance floor was going all night, and everyone had a great time. They were also willing to learn a couple extra songs for us, which made the night even more special. I really appreciated how accommodating they were when the venue cut their set up time in half. I would hire them again in a heartbeat!

Jen Sent on 10/12/2013

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We had One Night Band play at our wedding and they were absolutely amazing. Every single wedding guest I have talked to has ranted and raved about how great they were. They were absolutely the highlight of the night. They kept people on the dance floor the whole time, and played a really good mix of older songs and newer ones, so everyone in the crowd was happy (even my grandparents danced for a while!). I really can't think of enough good things to say about them... I am so glad we chose to work with them, and they absolutely made our wedding the best party ever. Marty was also great to work with while we were in the planning stages, and very responsive when I had questions and when we were choosing the songs for the night. He even went above and beyond and found a bluegrass band to play during our ceremony and cocktail hour. I had never heard them play before, but I trusted Marty, and sure enough, they were fantastic. If you are looking for a band that is professional and incredibly fun and talented, I can't recommend One Night Band enough.

Mark Sent on 10/11/2013

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One Night Band was a hit in every sense of the word! They were so much better than we could have ever imagined and we were extremely happy to have them play at our wedding. Marty was very professional and worked with us on every one of our quirky requests and what can we say about James, he was exceptional! He is extremely talented and was able to work the crowd, even coming onto the floor dancing all while he was playing the sax! Months after we continue to hear how great our band was and we can't thank them enough for the energy they provided. Do yourself a favor and give these guys a call, you will not be disappointed!

Tyler Sent on 10/11/2013

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We couldn't have been happier with One Night Band playing on our wedding night. Their repertoire is extensive, their off-stage demeanor is laid-back yet professional, and their on-stage performance is entertaining and tight as can be. You won't find sound this big coming from most other 5-piece bands.

Jodi Sent on 10/11/2013

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One Night Band is absolutely incredible. They made my wedding the party of a lifetime and everyone is still talking about how amazing they were. They are reasonably priced and so accommodating and friendly. The music is unbelievable and the energy is perfect and I could not be happier with my choice of wedding bands!!!!!

Kelly Sent on 08/04/2013

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One night band is a must!! They were simply amazing and made our wedding a huge hit. Nobody left the dance floor the entire night (including us-- the bride & groom). During and after the wedding, many guests asked where we found them and told us how great they were-- we agreed.

Marty was very easy to work with and set things up. I felt that the evening required minimal work from the bride & groom and they were very prepared and professional. Based on their playlist, we were able to send in songs to definitely play, definitely not to play, and even a song to learn. Based on our wants, they were able to create a playlist that the crowd could rock out too all night. We created a timeline and Marty made sure no events and announcements were missing.

Their lead singer, James, was phenomenal. He came out onto the dance floor and busted some moves to engage the crowd-- which everyone loved! He made every song sound like you were listening to the actual band live.

The band coordinated with the venue, without my help, times to set up and all those details that brides may not have time for the week of their wedding. They announced our bridal party with enthusiasm, played an iPod softly through dinner, and announced the speeches. We also had them DJ the "first" dance songs.

Worried that you'll miss a few songs by not having a DJ or they don't know how to play it? Don't worry. They take a very short break in the evening where you can create a small playlist with those songs that you wanted at the wedding.

If you are looking to rock out all night at your wedding/ event.. you have to get this band! They were worth every penny!

Kate Sent on 07/22/2013

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We had One Night Band play at our wedding in May and it was the best decision we made in the wedding planning process! The one consistent compliment we get from our wedding guests is how AMAZING they were. We've already had one guest book them for one of their upcoming family weddings because they loved them so much.

Marty was great to work with throughout the wedding planning process. And James and the whole band blew it out of the park with their performances. We have nothing but great things to say about One Night Band and would highly recommend them for anyone looking for a wedding band in the Chicago area!

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One Night Band was incredible - they really made our wedding. The priority for our wedding was fun - and the level of energy One Night Band brought had every single guest dancing and having a blast. They are a very talented band with a wide range of song/genre choices. We had several guests tell us that they were the best wedding band they've ever seen!

Beyond the amazing performance on our wedding day, I have to say that Marty was one of the best wedding vendors I worked with. He was prepared and organized and gave great advice.

Some of our guests just booked One Night Band for their wedding, we can't wait to see them again!!!

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One Night Band rocked hard at our wedding and I recommend them highly for anyone. Marty (drummer and logistics) was great to deal with, either on the phone or over email. He helped us to choose a format and music that made our reception a blast. They provided the PA / sound system for the ceremony, as well as an amp that our friend used for acoustic guitar. The band arrived in plenty of time to set up and was incredibly professional on all levels.
As a front man, James was tremendous. He announced the bridal party as they entered the tent while another member controlled the sound system. When the band started playing it was clear that they were not just phoning it in. James was dancing, rapping, and playing saxophone. In fact, bass, guitar, keyboards, drums and vocals were all fantastic. A sixth member was helping with logistics and sound. They played hits from 80’s until current and kept the dance floor going strong.
One Night Band was also open to personalizing things for us. They called us up for an Outkast song so we could do a chairlift and even let me play drums on one song. When midnight hit, the band was supposed to stop. The audience (and my wife) demanded two encore songs. Guests were continually telling me how awesome the band was.
A big financial decision for our wedding was the musical entertainment and whether to use just a playlist, a DJ, or a live band. I could not be more pleased that I hired One Night Band.
Ringo (husband of Jillian)

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One Night Band rocked hard at our wedding and I recommend them highly for anyone. Marty (drummer and logistics) was great to deal with, either on the phone or over email. He helped us to choose a format and music that made our reception a blast. They provided the PA / sound system for the ceremony, as well as an amp that our friend used for acoustic guitar. The band arrived in plenty of time to set up and was incredibly professional on all levels.
As a front man, James was tremendous. He announced the bridal party as they entered the tent while another member controlled the sound system. When the band started playing it was clear that they were not just phoning it in. James was dancing, rapping, and playing saxophone. In fact, bass, guitar, keyboards, drums and vocals were all fantastic. A sixth member was helping with logistics and sound. They played hits from 80’s until current and kept the dance floor going strong.
One Night Band was also open to personalizing things for us. They called us up for an Outkast song so we could do a chairlift and even let me play drums on one song. When midnight hit, the band was supposed to stop. The audience (and my wife) demanded two encore songs. Guests were continually telling me how awesome the band was.
A big financial decision for our wedding was the musical entertainment and whether to use just a playlist, a DJ, or a live band. I could not be more pleased that I hired One Night Band.

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I had the privilege of working with One Night Band this past weekend. They were such a great band to work with. They were at the venue at the correct time, and had everything set up with no problems. The band also knew exactly what to do, which was evident that they carefully reviewed the timeline before the wedding. Not only were they prepared but it seemed as if all the guests loved them! All guests danced the night away, to so many different songs and genres. I would suggest this band for any wedding or event in a heart beat. If you want to work with an organized, great group of people, have an awesome band to perform, and also have a blast, One Night Band is the way to go!!

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One Night Band knocked it out of the park! We recently had the opportunity to work with Marty, James and One Night Band and were thoroughly impressed by the energy and excitement that this small group (we had a 5-piece band + sound tech) brought to the stage! Marty was great to correspond with leading up to the wedding and was always doing his best to accommodate our requests. On-site the band was great and very professional too! James was an awesome MC in addition to being a wonderful lead vocalist! The array of music that they offered was tremendous and these guys kept everyone on the dance floor until the very end of the party! We would definitely recommend One Night Band to any couples seeking a Chicagoland band!

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Amazing wedding band!!! Our dance floor was packed all night long and several guests told us at the night of or after how great the band was. ONB is so easy to work with - played all the songs we wanted. So happy to have them as part of our special day!! If you are looking for a wedding band - look no further!

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We used One Night Band for our wedding and they were excellent. I feel like with a wedding band the energy and how much the band enjoys what they do are essential. People are coming to the wedding to have a good time and the more the band is in to it, the more the guests are. This was the best part of the band for us. They were clearly having fun, playing and dancing on the dance floor at times, and our dance floor was packed the entire time. They also do an excellent job of playing songs everyone knows, but not 100% cliché wedding songs. I would highly recommend this band and they are a great value (especially compared to other Chicago bands). We did add a female vocalist which was not much added and definitely worth it. Since our wedding, i have had two different guests ask me for their contact information and another (without talking to me) booked them for an event. I know this all praise worthy which probably means people don’t trust it as much, but in all honesty the three best things about our wedding (besides getting married…is my wife reading this?) were the band, the venue, and the photographer. If this was a review for florist, food, pastor or something else I wouldn’t be negative (we had a great night), but there would be positives and negatives. The band was simply great and Marty was really easy to work with.

User1215303 Sent on 06/25/2013

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I had the privilege of working with One Night Band this past weekend. They were such a great band to work with. They were at the venue at the correct time, and had everything set up with no problems. The band also knew exactly what to do, which was evident that they carefully reviewed the timeline before the wedding. Not only were they prepared but it seemed as if all the guests loved them! All guests danced the night away, to so many different songs and genres. I would suggest this band for any wedding or event in a heart beat. If you want to work with an organized, great group of people, have an awesome band to perform, and also have a blast, One Night Band is the way to go!!

Tom O. Sent on 08/25/2024

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Amazing Band!

One Night Band was a massive part of our amazing wedding day! Marty and his team were great in every respect, from the pre-ceremony piano player being both talented and flexible in taking requests, their collaborative nature in giving us the ability to pick all of the songs to play from their amazing catalog, to the ability to bring our party to life with fantastic musicians and great energy with our crowd. Also, especially in comparison to other options around the city, they are a huge bargain across the board. We definitely recommend booking One Night Band for your next event!

Stacee Sent on 08/23/2016

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Talented musicians that had an amazing repertoire and energy. Made the party unforgettable! Our ceremony music was a little messed up, the cuing was off. Everything was otherwise really well done.

Kim Sent on 09/25/2015

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They were AMAZING!!! We hired One Night Band to play at our wedding as we wanted the flavor and fun that only a live band can bring to an event. From first email contact, Marty was efficient and great with communication. He really knows a lot about the flow of weddings and was more than willing to allow us to create our own play lists that fit our style. The week of we added a few pieces to expand their services to the ceremony portion of our wedding say and they were very accommodating!!
The day of was PERFECT!! They were on time, set up everything, and ran the night without a hick-up!!! None of our guests were sitting at any point of the night and we received so many compliments on the singing, playing and style of the band. I would recommend One Night Band to anyone looking for a band who will play the night away and keep you dancing!!

Nina Sent on 09/26/2018

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HIRE. THIS. BAND. I'm not kidding, you will never ever for the rest of your life regret this decision. If music is 1000% important to you and you REALLY REALLY REALLY want absolutely everybody and their mothers on the dance floor, you will be guaranteed to have that with One Night Band. My wedding was a little over a month ago and my husband still brings up the fact that I was right about hiring them and they were worth every single penny. When I told him the cost of the band ($4900) he nearly had a heart attack. Yes, they were the most expensive vendor I hired other than the venue/catering, but EVERYONE at my wedding was dancing. People kept coming up to me to ask "Where did you find them, they are THE BEST!" and also commenting as they were leaving that this was the best wedding they've been to ever. If music is important to you, but you're finding the cost to be too much, then listen to me when I tell you, no one will remember the favors, the color of the linens, the fact that you had a photo booth etc. but they WILL remember that the music at your wedding was DA BOMB! My guests loved them so much, they played 3 encore songs! No one wanted to leave the dance floor. Yes, they are extremely busy, so be patient if they don't get back to you right away, but Marty (the band leader) will get back to you and everything will go smoothly. Hire them now!

Kelsey Sent on 06/19/2013

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One Night Band is INCREDIBLE. My husband and I really wanted a band that would get the party started at our wedding. We found One Night Band online and immediately liked their vibe. But the right band was so important to my husband that we saw them perform three times before we actually signed them. And it was the best decision of our entire wedding. Seriously. They had our guests dancing for four hours straight - and they played everything from "Hava Nagila" to "Call Me Maybe". We have had multiple people tell us it was the best wedding they have been to and I attribute a lot of that to One Night Band. Thank you so much guys!!

Irina Sent on 11/04/2015

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What a great band!!! We we're soooo happy with them. I would highly recommend them. We received so many conpliments on them, even our vendor wanted to find out who they were. AWESOME crew!

Lisa Sent on 06/02/2014

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One Night Band was INCREDIBLE!!! All of our guests had a great time, music was enjoyed by all age groups, and the dance floor was full!! We have hired them again for another event. Highly recommend!!

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