Ideas for Wedding Music And Everything Else That Makes a Night Unforgettable

While food, beverages, and a good guest list are all elements of a great party – it’s undoubtedly the music that can make or break an atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to hire a band for your wedding, corporate party, fundraiser, private event, or gala, you need a high-energy band that knows how to make the […]

As one of Chicagoland’s most-requested event bands, we know the importance of teamwork – within our group, and with other vendors that make up your special day. We’ve worked with countless coordinators, caterers, photographers, videographers, and officiants, and we’re very familiar with popular wedding venues in the area. It’s safe to say we’ve seen it […]

So you’re planning your wedding and you’re looking for Chicago’s best wedding bands, where do you start? Well a good place to start would be making sure the band represents your style. If the band doesn’t represent you as a couple, is it really your wedding? Is the band able to learn your first dance […]

Unless you’re a wedding band or DJ, it can be tough to know what’s part of the process and what’s not. That’s why, sometimes, our couples don’t always think to ask about some things I think are pretty important, or can even get a little confused about some of the things we do as part […]

The Funktastic Difference Let us tell you WHY Funktastic is the top wedding band in Chicago! ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES We aren’t trying to trick you or upsell you with add-ons that you NEED during your wedding. All packages are the price out the door for all wedding needs including: EXPERIENCED MUSICIANS WITH EXPERIENCE PLAYING TOGETHER All […]

Interested in a Live DJ?? DJ Drew made a custom mix to showcase some of his favorite songs. The first part of the mix is intended to be an early night set (making sure parents, grandparents are dancing) and the last couple of songs transition into a later night set. Drew truly embodies what it […]

Named Chicago’s Best Wedding Band on Partyslate, Funktastic travels across the midwest! These photos were taken at the beautiful Blue Dress Barn in Benton Harbor, Michigan. In addition to our extensive repertoire that spans 11 genres of music, we learn up to 6 songs (yes, 6!) outside of our repertoire special for your event. Matthew […]

Hey, don’t get us wrong! We can play “Sweet Caroline”, “Uptown Funk”, and “Don’t Stop Believing” like nobody’s business. If you’re looking for something more, we’re replacing the cookie-cutter wedding band sound with musicality and innovation. The real magic happens with our fresh jams that will leave your guests floored by seamless medlies from songs […]

Jazz brings a level of sophistication and refinement to your evening – it brightens people’s moods, encourages guests to be more interactive with each other, and sets the expectation that because the music is sophisticated, so is your wedding! Listening to jazz music stimulates a calming effect on your body, signaling your central nervous system […]

Thinking about your budget and what kind of entertainment you want for your wedding is always a careful decision to make. There are a lot of questions with a decision that fits each individual couple, there’s so many ways you can customize your wedding. Is a six piece band enough for my wedding? Is a […]