Corporate Function•Reviewed on August 8, 2026•From Niles, MI
Review by Susan M.
Celebration•Reviewed on July 25, 2026•From Wheeling, IL
The Stingers Music performed for our senior women's luncheon. Rick was very accommodating to what we needed for our group. We were on a very tight schedule. The group came early to make sure everything was set up before lunch was served. Also, the group did a good job in performing so that we got several women to get up and dance. Everyone had a great time. I have to note how much I appreciated The Stingers Music attitude in wanting to provide the best possible experience. The band was very cooperative and cordial and it was a pleasure to work with them.
Review by Vera V.
Grand Opening•Reviewed on July 19, 2026•From Des Plaines, IL
We hired The Stingers for our Grand Opening, and they were amazing! Rick was always available before the event, answered all of my questions, and made everything easy.
Despite the bad weather, the band delivered a fantastic performance. The sound was excellent, the music was perfect, and Wendy has an incredible voice. The whole band is extremely talented.
Even though our event wasn't a dance party, they created a beautiful, upscale atmosphere that impressed all of our guests. Many people asked for their contact information afterward.
They truly took our event to the next level. I will definitely hire them again and highly recommend them.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure being part of your Grand Opening. We're so glad we could help create the atmosphere you envisioned, even with the weather not cooperating. Your kind words about the band and our professionalism mean a great deal to all of us. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and look forward to performing for you again in the future. Congratulations again on your Grand Opening, and thank you for choosing The Stingers!
Review by jose a.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on June 22, 2025•From Chicago, IL
When you see everyone from ages 23 to 65 moving and singing along to the music, you know the vibe is just right. The Stingers Music delivered an amazing set—great song selection covering a wide range of genres. They truly made my wife’s 50th birthday celebration unforgettable. Several guests shared positive comments about the band throughout the night, which made me feel incredibly grateful. They were also very accommodating and easy to work with. I highly recommend The Stingers Music!
Review by Nancy N.
Private Party•Reviewed on September 29, 2024•From Somonauk, IL
The Stingers are an awesome band! Their music was amazing. Everyone at our party (The Chili dump) got involved with the music, whether they were just sitting and listening, singing along or if they were up and dancing, the band was very entertaining. They even made up a song about our horse Rusty it was so funny! Loved it! I would definitely have this band for any of my events. I recommend The Stingers. Thanks guys for a fun night! We really enjoyed having you. You went all out for us and were beyond our expectations!
Review by Cortney D.
Community Event•Reviewed on September 10, 2024•From Ottawa, IL
The band was amazing! Thank you for participating in the City of Ottawa's Music in the Park Concert Series. We thoroughly enjoyed the performance and highly recommend them!
-City of Ottawa's Special Events Committee
Review by Travis P.
Celebration•Reviewed on August 4, 2024•From Chicago, IL
The stingers were not only incredibly professional and attentive as the party approached, they were an amazing band! Everyone had such a great time and I can't wait to hire them again! Highly recommended!
Review by Tom B.
Anniversary Party•Reviewed on June 24, 2024•From Saint Joseph, MI
They were very professional and everyone there loved them. Rich was the ultimate singer and very attentive. I would highly recommend this band. All my guests were asking for their business cards. Capt Tom, Stuart Florida.
Review by kate s.
Club Event•Reviewed on May 17, 2024•From La Grange, IL
I can not say enough good things about the Stingers. I hosted them for an event at a bar i manage and man did they come in and rock the house. Their music was fun and energetic and had the customers singing an dancing. I would definetly recommend them and definitely bring them back for repeat performances.
Review by Brian T.
Community Event•Reviewed on April 26, 2024•From Milwaukee, WI
Review by Roger B.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on October 18, 2023•From La Porte, IN
The Stingers were a 5-Star experience at our Wedding! Rich worked with us every step of the way and really made the process so easy. We had cold, rainy weather but Rich and his team were on-time and ready to conquer the elements. Our guests loved them and we will definitely be booking The Stingers Band again for our next big event!
Review by Denny Q.
Club Event•Reviewed on June 28, 2023•From Racine, WI
Let's just say you can't go wrong with the Stingers. Our overall experience with the band was fantastic. Rick was very easy to work with, when it came to planning the event. The vocals were amazing and the talent of the surrounding band members was awesome. We had many compliments throughout the evening and I would diffidently have them back again
Review by Lynn F.
New Year's Eve Party•Reviewed on January 17, 2023•From Batavia, IL
With only 4 weeks to plan a New Year's Eve party, I was under a lot of pressure. From beginning to end, Rick was so easy to work with...I feel like I made a friend in him throughout the process. The room we were using for our event was not completed and the band did not have an ideal stage, but they made it work. They had our guests dancing, singing and having a great time. All night I was being complimented on the band this year. They were flexible and played to the crowd. Each member bringing so much talent to the group, their passion for music came through when they play. We cannot wait to have them back this summer!
Review by Donna K.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on December 4, 2022•From Darien, IL
Would definitely recommend this band to everybody I know! Great people, Great music, and very professional. All my guests loved them as well.
Review by Laura U.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on October 6, 2022•From Downers Grove, IL
Rick was highly professional and great to work with. He called shortly after receiving my inquiry, and provided background and important insights to consider for my backyard party. He continued to stay in touch and communicate about logistical details/requirements as well as to work on the preferred playlist together. He is an extremely talented guitarist and the entire band sounded great. The party really enjoyed the music and Rick and the band even added a few personalized touches to make it extra special for the birthday boy. Everyone was punctual and professional and flexible and helpful with respect to logistics/set up. Great value and I'd sincerely recommend.
Review by Kathy C.
Festival•Reviewed on October 1, 2022•From Chicago, IL
Rick and his band were wonderful at the Oktoberfest event we held in Old Town. They were on time and set up their equipment seamlessly.
The lead singer has a great voice and the musicians are terrific. They played a solid mix of songs and styles as well as provided some German music for our theme. When your guests dance in the street, you know it is a good sound!
Review by Katherine A.
Festival•Reviewed on September 11, 2022•From Gurnee, IL
We needed a band last minute for our festival and were scrambling on The Bash and other music sites to find a band. I heard The Stringers Music sample and reached out. Happy coincidence - they had a last minute cancellation for our date! Nothing but positive responses from our audience of around 400. Rick was a pleasure to work with and very responsive to my questions. Professional with a sense of humor and a great selection of music played/sung well. Strongly recommended!
Review by Jenny M.
Event•Reviewed on July 17, 2022•From Garden Prairie, IL
FANTASTIC!! Can not rave enough about how wonderful they were!! Everyone enjoyed them and can 't wait for them to return in the fall.
Review by Shannon J.
Fundraiser•Reviewed on May 19, 2022•From Woodstock, IL
These guys were absolutely fantastic! This was my first time going through the booking process, especially through a website that I had no idea existed. Rick reached out to me and answered all of my questions, and kept me well informed even before I officially booked the band. Communication was open and reassuring all throughout the process. They were extremely professional and kind! Their music was amazing, and the lead singer was so sweet and, boy, she can sing! They supported us throughout the evening of our event, helped us with announcements and anything else we asked, they accommodated easily! If I have future events, I would book them again in a heartbeat!
Review by Dana G.
Community Event•Reviewed on October 22, 2019•From Chicago, IL
The Stingers were fantastic to work with for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's largest fundraiser, Light The Night. This was an outdoor event with approximately 5,000 participants. We heard nothing but great feedback on the music and energy from our participants. The coordination of details for the event was seamless. Very easy to work with, super friendly yet professional. This was our first time working with The Stingers but will, without a doubt, ask them to play at our events in the future. I would highly recommend!
Review by Gail V.
Fundraiser•Reviewed on September 7, 2020•From Maple Park, IL
The Stinger's performed at our annual fundraising event for horse rescue group, Illinois Equine Humane Center. Despite a lower than normal attendance (thanks to Covid19) and the small audience, The Stinger's rocked on and were thoroughly enjoyed by all! Very good communication with the band from start to finish. Would highly recommend for your next event!
Review by Maggie D.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on October 26, 2021•From Plainfield, IL
The band was awesome. Evwryone lived them.. I will be hiring them for future events.
Review by Mike B.
Community Event•Reviewed on September 13, 2021•From Wilmington, IL
The Stingers was a great band and played a variety of music to entertain all of our guests. They were very accommodating to requests and were thorough in the set-up and execution of the event. We received many compliments of the band and we will definitely have The Stingers back in the future!
Review by Madalyn M.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on September 7, 2018•From Chicago, IL
The Stingers are awesome! They played a great set at the beginning of our wedding reception and they got the party started! Rick is extremely professional and worked closely with us to craft the exact evening we had in mind. The whole group is incredibly talented, and I am still getting compliments a month later on how great they were. I highly recommend the Stingers and I wish I had another big party coming up so that we could hire them again!
Review by Ralph O.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on July 9, 2019•From Highland, IN
This was my first time using gigmasters. And I have to say. I definitely found the band I was looking for to perform @ My 50th B-Day Party. Aside from all of the dancing all I heard from the guest was. How great The Stringers sounded & where did I find them. They put the cherry on-top. I will definitely hire The Stringers again if I need a band. And would do nothing but recommend anyone who is looking for a band to not worry. You won’t be disappointed. Rick does not disappoint from start to finish.
