Wedding•Reviewed on August 24, 2009•From Chicago, IL
Kick aXX! Highly recommend - very nice people - very talented. Rave reviews from my wedding guests.
Review by Lanise P.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on July 26, 2009•From Madison, WI
WOW! Mike and all were great! They really made our reception special... there wasn't a song they couldn't play and they in many cases sounded better that the orignal artists. They got the party really stoked up and even had my grandparents out there cutting a rug.
It was awesome to see Mike play the guitar with his mouth, how cool!
We would definately hire them again.
Review by Cairy B.
July 4th Party•Reviewed on July 11, 2009•From Glen Ellyn, IL
Mike was wonderful to work with. However, due to weather issues we mutually agreed to reschedule for another date, so I cannot assess his talent. I ranked it at a 5 since I needed a rating to complete the survey. I am anxious to reschedule.
Review by Molly H.
Community Event•Reviewed on June 28, 2009•From Wheaton, IL
Mike Dangeroux was a perfect match for our event. Our zoo was hosting its first concert and we were unsure of what to expect. The band arrived on time, set up quickly and efficiently, started on time, and played solidly for 1.5 hours. They were tuned into our audience and did a great job getting the crowd involved. They sounded wonderful--the volume was perfect and the musicians seemed to genuinely enjoy themselves. Mike was a breeze to work with. We would definitely book them again.
Review by Beth L.
Wedding•Reviewed on June 22, 2009•From Mokena, IL
Mike Dangeroux, very professional. Returned phone calls and E-mails quickly. Very willing to work around our budget. Very talented. Made our wedding reception very lively. He even let my 10 year old daughter sing a song with the band. I got nothing but good comments from everybody that was there. Awesome job!! Thanks Mike.
Review by Anne R.
Wedding•Reviewed on May 30, 2009•From Madison, WI
When we decided we wanted a band rather than a DJ for our wedding reception, it was because we didn't just want music, we wanted to entertain our guests with a live show. Mike and the band did that and more! They were so professional and gracious and really set the tone for the latter part of our reception. They were very accommodating to song suggestions or requests, and they kept a crowd out on the dance floor the whole time! We felt like the entire playlist was customized just for us. On top of that -- we were wholly impressed at the level of talent of each member of the group. Amazing! Thanks for a great time!
Review by Chad O.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on April 20, 2009•From Terre Haute, IN
Mike and band were awesome. I could not of asked for anything better. it seemed as if every guest asked who he was and how great he was. I would hire Mike to play any event I have. My wife and I have been trying to come up with "excuse" to have another party just to hear him again.
Review by Jim H.
Wedding•Reviewed on April 3, 2009•From Chicago, IL
Mike Dangeroux and his band were awesome. We had a 6 person band with a male and female vocalist for out wedding and they sounded amazing. From jazzy background dinner music, to rocking out Skynard, they were tight, professional, and a lot of fun. I would absolutley recommend them, especially over your typical "wedding orchestra" that sounds like every other wedding you've been to.
Review by Jacki K.
Fundraiser•Reviewed on February 21, 2009•From Park Ridge, IL
Mike and his band were AWESOME. I was nervous at first booking someone I never seen before. He was super polite and fun. Mike also was good with communication and follow through. The band was loved by everyone at our school. Parents are calling me and emailing about them because the kids loved them and so did the parents. I can not say enough about this band. I am going to promote them for another school function. I would also go and see them if they ever played around my area again!!
Review by Lory M.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on January 17, 2009•From Racine, WI
Amazing! I was worried booking with out hearing them live, but the minute they started playing any worries disappeared. They did everything we asked, even if it was a last minute request. You will not be disappointed with this band, they were truly a "10" and our guess loved every minute of it! We have been receiving calls week telling us how wonderful the party was, especially the band!
Review by Beth J.
Wedding•Reviewed on November 22, 2008•From Evanston, IL
i am not casually clicking 5's. this band was what made our wedding. they were so talented, fun and just nice people to deal with on every level. all our friends and family were blown away and we loved the song selection - they were very attuned to what we were about. they gave us an encore that brought down the house because people were having so much fun.
i'd recommend them to anyone but i don't have to because all my friend already love them after the wedding.
please share these comments with Mike. thanks so much.
Review by Thomas L.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 13, 2008•From Minneapolis, MN
Mike Dangeroux and his band were full of energy and a great addition to our wedding. However with that said, we were very unpleased with how unprofessional Mike was. Understanding business practices, I rarely if ever have encountered such actions and know that his poor communication and misunderstandings should have been resolved professionally rather then they way in which he chose. Knowing what I now know, I would have to really think about hiring him again even though the music and environment they created was gr8.
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If poor communication on my part means the client can't read a written contract they signed that requires payment by check or cash after the performance is completed, I am guilty as charged. Unfortunately, the client wanted to pay me by credit card at 2am after the performance which was not an available option. My contract is clear and was signed by the client; any miscommunication was on the client's end.
Review by katie w.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 13, 2008•From Fort Wayne, IN
They were good when they played. They really didn't get to much into the whole event.
Presenting the wedding party so dry. There was no music played and they completely butchered peoples names. That part was awful. People were laughing because it was so bad. They played some music while we were eating but we had to ask many times to turn it up and it kept going off. My wedding coordinator said they were very uncooperative. They did a terrible job at MCing. Actually they really would not do anyting. My husband had to go up and make the anouncement for the bouquet toss, garter toss and tosses. He also had to plug in his Ipod when they took a break to have any type of
Review by Rich F.
Coffee Shop Event•Reviewed on August 31, 2008•From East Dubuque, IL
Mike and Raw Dawg gave and outstanding performance and was a pleasure to deal with. I would highly recommend this group and will have them back again.
Review by Mike L.
Wedding•Reviewed on August 31, 2008•From Oak Park, IL
Mike was extremely accommodating and professional. We got several compliments from our guests. Thanks Guys!
Review by Richard M.
Anniversary Party•Reviewed on August 30, 2008•From Delafield, WI
I hired Mike and his band to play at our 30 year wedding anniversary party for about 80 people, with ages ranging from children to grandparents. We had a pig roast, so we asked Mike to play a lot of Jimmy Buffet, Caribbean (steel drum), Regge and such. Everybody was thrilled with the music - we did a limbo, people sang along, it was great. He even threw in a Sinatra song on request. I was very pleased with the band's professionalism, friendly attitude and talent. Numerous guests asked me "where did you ever find these guys?" I will hire him again for another party, and many of my guests also plan to hire him. Great party band.
Review by Eric D.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 16, 2008•From Chicago, IL
Mike Dangeroux and his band, The Tropics, were absolutely fantastic. Their music was great and the band made my wife's birthday party a truly memorable experience. Mike had all of my guests, as well as many of my other dock neighbors in the harbor, dancing all night.
I look forward to having them play again at our next dock party!
Review by Valerie C.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 16, 2008•From Saint Charles, IL
The band was fantasic. They set a great tone for a great party. Everyone enjoyed themselves and loved the band. Great job!
Valerie
st. Charles, IL.
Review by David M.
Anniversary Party•Reviewed on August 9, 2008•From Delavan, WI
The band was very good and a fun time was had by all. If I had one concern it was that the time schedule that I had prearranged for the band to play was not met. The agreed times were to play light music from 4:30-6:00 for cocktails,off from 6:00 to 7:30 for dinner.(they were included to eat), then they were to complete their 6 hour time committment by playing for dancing from 7:30 to midnight to mirror the open bar.The band played their last song at 10:30 pm (10:50 if you include the song I and one of my guests played with the band. As host I wasn't able to argue the shortened time in front of my remaining quests who were at the height of their evening. Too bad.
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We were booked for 6 hours originally 4pm-10pm
The performance(s) were from 4:30pm-10:50pm!
Let me see that would be 6.333 hours.That's overtime!(Overtime,of which we weren't compensated or acknowledged for)
If we start playing at 4:30 and have a 6-hour commitment how do think you we would play until midnight?
I guess that's like work telling you you have a 8 hour day (when it's really 7 minus the lunch hour).
Time doesn't stop for anyone.
Clear communication is the key to a successful event.
Regards,
Review by Shari G.
Private Party•Reviewed on February 23, 2009•From Powers Lake, WI
Review by Su G.
Private Party•Reviewed on July 26, 2008•From McHenry, IL
Band was great...On time, professional, and very talented..I was extremely satisfied and all my guests loved the band. I was very happy with them and highly recommend them for a party and or event.
Review by grace w.
Graduation Party•Reviewed on July 12, 2008•From Chicago, IL
I have nothing but great things to say about Mike and his band. Not only was Mike on time but he was early. The band was very professional and kept the crowd involved through out their performances. I could have not asked for more! I will recommend them to all my friends and family.
Thank you once again Mike.
~Grace~
Review by Doug I.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on June 21, 2008•From Glencoe, IL
Mike was a pleasure to work with. However, while his band showed up and was excellent, Mike did not show up and did not call to offer any explanation. Also, I had made specific music requests and they were not followed. However, the band was outstanding and we really enjoyed their music. It's sort of like ordering steak but the waiter brings you scampi...and it was so good you didn't want to send it back or complain! The band was super-professional and were a pleasure to have at our house. I strongly recommend them.
Doug
Glencoe, IL
Review by Frank M.
Wedding•Reviewed on June 21, 2008•From South Haven, MI
the band was a little late getting there so we didn't get our dinner music, but they did get things started right away, only 5 minutes late, but by the end of the night I had forgotten all about the late start. THE BAND ROCKS!! Everyone, and i mean everyone, said so.
Overall - I would recommend them to anyone. (Just give them good directions) lol
Thanks again,
Frank
Review by Judy R.
Graduation Party•Reviewed on June 7, 2008•From West Chicago, IL
We used a 3-piece steel drum ensemble from Mike's group for a graduation party. Everything was great! The pricing was competitive, the group was professional and our guests had nothing but good things to say about the music. They really turned what could have been a ho-hum party into memories for everyone involved.
