Illinois World Music Bands

Looking for a band with an eclectic repertoire? Then you’ll love browsing through our selection of World Music Bands. From Jamaican reggae to Russian folk, these bands fall into a variety of musical genres. Celebrate your culture and book one in Illinois.


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World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Hurricane Gumbo is an eight-piece, Chicago-based band that combines zydeco, rhythm & blues, jazz and funk to produce a sound that can only be called one thing – Louisiana party music. Featuring the music of Dr. John, Nev...

Starting at
$1,000 per event
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The Breakfast Club

62reviews

140 verified bookings

80s Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

The Breakfast Club is a high energy rock / dance '80s tribute band, whose every song is a hit that brings the house down with spontaneous, exuberant 'I know this song!' singalongs. Moonwalk down memory lane with T...

Starting at
$1,100 per event
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Cielito Lindo

51reviews

93 verified bookings

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Mariachi Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

? Group size options to fit your event space & budget ~ Full mariachi ensemble ~ Duo ~ Trio ~ Quartet ? Quality music & on-time performances Experience the vibrant sounds of mariachi Cielito Lindo, a talented family wit...

Starting at
$350 per hour
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Small Batch

4reviews

12 verified bookings

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Irish Band & World Music Band from Frankfort, IL

Acoustic guitar, traditional bodhran, Irish fiddle, and lush harmonies: this is the heart-warming recipe used for many years by Small Batch to entertain festival crowds, pub-goers, private parties and hooleys of all sort...

Starting at
$750 per event
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Valdes Music Productions

35reviews

84 verified bookings

Mariachi Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

VALDES MUSIC PRODUCTIONS (VMP)... Authentic live music of many styles to make your event exciting and unique. Mariachi, Salsa, Trios, Jazz, Pop, Classical, VMP has it all. We are a Chicago, Illinois USA - based musi...

Starting at
$500 per hour
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Keith Stras & Polka Confetti

5reviews

13 verified bookings

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Polka Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Looking for a lively and energetic band to make your event unforgettable? Look no further than Keith Stras & Polka Confetti, a Traditional 6 piece Oktoberfest "Chicago Style" Polka Band based in the vibrant city of Chica...

Starting at
$800 per event
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Judy Bridges/JazzCats/HappyWanderers

37reviews

85 verified bookings

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German Band & World Music Band from Aurora, IL

The Bridges Brass " The Happy Wanderers" German Band are an authentic German Oktoberfest band. We play events large and small. Oktoberfest isn't just September and October. We perform year round. If you need a German ban...

Starting at
$800 per event
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The Martin Metzger Flamenco Ensemble

10reviews

22 verified bookings

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Flamenco Band & World Music Band from Evanston, IL

The Martin Metzger Flamenco Ensemble consists of some of the most experienced, talented and dedicated flamenco musicians in Chicago. All the of the members have studied the art in depth, traveling to Spain regularly, in...

Starting at
$350 per event
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The Young Guns / Country Band Karaoke

8reviews

17 verified bookings

Country Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

The Young Guns shoot for an explosive performance every time by bringing the sounds of Nashville to all parts of the country. This Modern Country Cover Band performs for all types of events. Also, The Young Guns offer Li...

Starting at
$800 per event
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Rock Band Karaoke

6reviews

17 verified bookings

Karaoke Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Rock Band Karaoke. The name says it all. Karaoke with a LIVE BAND. Combining the silly fun of karaoke with the energy of a live rock band. Live Band Karaoke allows anyone to fulfill their rock and roll fantasy. Si...

Starting at
$800 per event
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Kent Arnsbarger - Steel Drums & Island Sounds

70reviews

136 verified bookings

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Steel Drum Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Add that Island flare to your next party or event!! Kent Arnsbarger is a solo steel drum performer using an iPod to play VERY high quality backup tracks (all played & recorded by him) over a very compact and amazing sou...

Starting at
$200 per event
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Sean Cleland Music

14reviews

35 verified bookings

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Irish Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Traditional Irish music by the master fiddle player and executive director of the Irish Music School of Chicago for all types of events. Whether that be lively jigs and reels for St. Patrick's Day events and celebrations...

Starting at
$150 per event
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Ring Of Music

97reviews

173 verified bookings

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Cover Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Real Musicians, Real Music! We are based out of Chicago, IL, and perform nationally and internationally for weddings, festivals, corporate events, universities, private parties, and live music venues. Providing a vari...

Starting at
$10,000 per event
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The Chicago Irish Band

7reviews

25 verified bookings

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Irish Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

REAL MUSICIANS, REAL MUSIC! We are based out of Chicago, IL, and perform nationally and internationally for weddings, festivals, corporate events, fundraiser events, universities, private parties, and live music venue...

Starting at
$1,000 per event
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Le Travaillant

3reviews

6 verified bookings

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Cajun Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Le Travaillant Brings the Bayou Down By You! Le Travaillant plays Cajun music, the dance music of French-speaking Louisiana - perfect for Mardi Gras, crawfish boils, or any other occasion that needs authentic Louisiana...

Starting at
$800 per event
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Rolling Roses Band

3reviews

3 verified bookings

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Latin Band & World Music Band from Streamwood, IL

Rolling Roses is exactly what you are looking for! We are a Spanish Versatile Latin Band with a wide range of music. Why hire a DJ when you can have us! We play salsa, merengue, cha cha, bachata, cumbia, bolero, pop, dis...

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Brass Animals

1review

2 verified bookings

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Brass Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Looking to funk up your next corporate event, private party or wedding reception? Let Brass Animals bring the party with our infectious brand of brass-driven, booty-shaking hip-hop, New Orleans funk, pop and R&B. Our sea...

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The Friends Band

1 verified booking

Variety Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

We, the Friends Band are the friendliest group in town! Also, we are the friendliest band out of town, too because we travel! :) Even though we are based out of Chicago, Illinois, and we perform locally, regionally, na...

Starting at
$6,400 per event
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Gleeson Irish Trio

1 verified booking

Irish Band & World Music Band from Oak Brook, IL

This 5-piece "trio" consistently ranks as one of the top Irish bands in the Midwest. Their high-energy set includes traditional favorites like "Whiskey in the Jar" and "7 Drunken Nights" along with hidden gems like "Grac...

Starting at
$1,500 per event
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Piraguas Y Piropos

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Latin Band & World Music Band from Chicago, IL

Piraguas y Piropos came from an absence in musical representation locally to have an ensemble that actively performs Jibaro Music (also known as Puerto Rican Folkloric Traditional Music) in Chicago. Outside of its presen...

Starting at
$300 per event
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Lenny Frisch

38reviews

75 verified bookings

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Steel Drum Band & World Music Band from Maryland Heights, MO

STEEL DRUMS, UKULELE, and VOCALS!! •Welcome to the Islands, join the conga line!! •Caribbean Steel Drum Music played solo, duo or with My band “GOOD VIBES” •Looking for the Cruise ship atmosphere? No need to look any f...

Starting at
$200 per event
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Nigel Thomas - Steel Drum Flavor

25reviews

43 verified bookings

Steel Drum Band & World Music Band from Saint Louis, MO

Steel drummer Nigel Thomas from the Caribbean island of Grenada has been playing steel drum in St Louis, Chicago and the entire US for over 20 years. Nigel has been featured on FOX 2 News and Channel 11 (KPLR) News. Whet...

Starting at
$200 per event
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Milwaukee Hot Club

31reviews

57 verified bookings

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Swing Band & World Music Band from Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee Hot Club plays "gypsy jazz", the music of the late great Django Reinhardt and his modern descendants. Our music is a high energy mix of swing, bossa, and gypsy samba rhythms. Although this is known primarily as...

Starting at
$600 per event
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Tinker Boys Trio/Duo/Solo

23reviews

52 verified bookings

Acoustic Band & World Music Band from Milwaukee, WI

Tinker Boys are a blend of musicians from an assortment of backgrounds, strung together to form a band that explores the many sides of the acoustic genre. Using elements of vocals, guitar, fiddle, accordion, mandolin, a...

Starting at
$200 per event
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Banana Oil Pan Band

18reviews

50 verified bookings

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Steel Drum Band & World Music Band from Columbia, MO

BANANA OIL PAN BAND: The Banana Oil Pan Band is a steel pan band (steel drums) specializing in Caribbean, Calypso, island, and other styles of music including well known jazz, Latin, and popular tunes all played on stee...

Starting at
$300 per event
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$725

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107 days

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