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Wedding Banned

Wedding Banned

Skip the Ceremony and Start the Party!

Prepare to be swept off your feet by Wedding Banned, an unforgettable musical extravaganza that transcends the boundaries of a typical cover band. Far more than mere performers, they craft an immersive experience that blurs the line between concert and event, leaving an indelible mark on every audience member lucky enough to witness their magic. With a repertoire spanning the iconic hits of the 80s, 90s, and beyond, Wedding Banned isn’t just about playing songs—it’s about channeling the spirit of those decades and infusing every chord with infectious energy.

Central to the Wedding Banned experience is their dedication to audience participation. Every show is transformed into the ultimate wedding reception, where the crowd becomes part of the performance. Two lucky souls are plucked from the audience to play the roles of “bride” and “groom,” adding a dash of spontaneity and excitement to the proceedings. Whether it’s joining the band on stage for the garter toss or belting out tunes alongside the talented musicians, attendees can bid farewell to the conventions of a traditional rock show and embrace the uninhibited joy of Wedding Banned’s unique brand of entertainment.

Having been banned from their hometown of Gas City, Indiana for their wild antics, Wedding Banned found a new home in Chicago, where their legend continues to grow stronger with each passing year. Dubbed the “World’s Greatest Wedding Band,” they specialize in delivering a non-stop barrage of 80s classics and guilty pleasures that are sure to get even the most reserved guests out on the dance floor.

Their accolades speak volumes, with CBS Chicago crowning them the “Best Wedding Band in Chicago” and appearances on esteemed platforms such as WGN Morning News, WCIU’s theJAM, and FOX32’s ‘Good Morning Chicago’ solidifying their reputation as one of the hottest acts in town. With over 100 weddings, festivals, corporate events, and venue performances annually, Wedding Banned shows no signs of slowing down, continuing to spread their infectious energy far and wide.

What You Can Expect to Hear:

Bon Jovi – Journey – Dexy’s Midnight Runners – A-Ha – Eddie Money – Mötley Crüe – Sir Mix-A-Lot – Don Henley – Neil Diamond – Pat Benatar – Guns ‘n Roses – Prince – AC/DC – Madonna – Whitney Houston – Duran Duran – Cyndi Lauper – U2 – The Police – Queen – Wham! – Bruce Springsteen – and more!

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Wedding Banned is a musical experience, a show, an event and something you will not forget. Wedding Banned is not so much a cover band in the traditional sense, but a musical interpretation of all your favorite hits from the 80’s, 90’s and more. The show maximizes audience participation and encourages the crowd to get involved in the show. Wedding Banned picks two members from the audience to become the “bride” and “groom” and turns every show into the ultimate wedding reception. Whether it’s the bride and groom on stage during the garter toss, or beautiful ladies from the audience rocking with the band, you can throw the rules of a traditional rock show out the window. Led by the charismatic and sexy Captain Mantastic (lead vocals/lead cowbell) and backed by Bruce Winche’ll (bass), Barry Mitchell Timmons (keyboards/guitar), Ted “the Gooch” Spumonte (drums), Vinnie Van Action (lead guitar) and Linda Ballzenstein (vocals/keytar,) Wedding Banned redefines what to expect from a musical act

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Skip the Ceremony and Start the Party!

Prepare to be swept off your feet by Wedding Banned, an unforgettable musical extravaganza that transcends the boundaries of a typical cover band. Far more than mere performers, they craft an immersive experience that blurs the line between concert and event, leaving an indelible mark on every audience member lucky enough to witness their magic. With a repertoire spanning the iconic hits of the 80s, 90s, and beyond, Wedding Banned isn’t just about playing songs—it’s about channeling the spirit of those decades and infusing every chord with infectious energy.

Central to the Wedding Banned experience is their dedication to audience participation. Every show is transformed into the ultimate wedding reception, where the crowd becomes part of the performance. Two lucky souls are plucked from the audience to play the roles of “bride” and “groom,” adding a dash of spontaneity and excitement to the proceedings. Whether it’s joining the band on stage for the garter toss or belting out tunes alongside the talented musicians, attendees can bid farewell to the conventions of a traditional rock show and embrace the uninhibited joy of Wedding Banned’s unique brand of entertainment.

Having been banned from their hometown of Gas City, Indiana for their wild antics, Wedding Banned found a new home in Chicago, where their legend continues to grow stronger with each passing year. Dubbed the “World’s Greatest Wedding Band,” they specialize in delivering a non-stop barrage of 80s classics and guilty pleasures that are sure to get even the most reserved guests out on the dance floor.

Their accolades speak volumes, with CBS Chicago crowning them the “Best Wedding Band in Chicago” and appearances on esteemed platforms such as WGN Morning News, WCIU’s theJAM, and FOX32’s ‘Good Morning Chicago’ solidifying their reputation as one of the hottest acts in town. With over 100 weddings, festivals, corporate events, and venue performances annually, Wedding Banned shows no signs of slowing down, continuing to spread their infectious energy far and wide.

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Skip the Ceremony and Start the Party!

Prepare to be swept off your feet by Wedding Banned, an unforgettable musical extravaganza that transcends the boundaries of a typical cover band. Far more than mere performers, they craft an immersive experience that blurs the line between concert and event, leaving an indelible mark on every audience member lucky enough to witness their magic. With a repertoire spanning the iconic hits of the 80s, 90s, and beyond, Wedding Banned isn’t just about playing songs—it’s about channeling the spirit of those decades and infusing every chord with infectious energy.

Central to the Wedding Banned experience is their dedication to audience participation. Every show is transformed into the ultimate wedding reception, where the crowd becomes part of the performance. Two lucky souls are plucked from the audience to play the roles of “bride” and “groom,” adding a dash of spontaneity and excitement to the proceedings. Whether it’s joining the band on stage for the garter toss or belting out tunes alongside the talented musicians, attendees can bid farewell to the conventions of a traditional rock show and embrace the uninhibited joy of Wedding Banned’s unique brand of entertainment.

Having been banned from their hometown of Gas City, Indiana for their wild antics, Wedding Banned found a new home in Chicago, where their legend continues to grow stronger with each passing year. Dubbed the “World’s Greatest Wedding Band,” they specialize in delivering a non-stop barrage of 80s classics and guilty pleasures that are sure to get even the most reserved guests out on the dance floor.

Their accolades speak volumes, with CBS Chicago crowning them the “Best Wedding Band in Chicago” and appearances on esteemed platforms such as WGN Morning News, WCIU’s theJAM, and FOX32’s ‘Good Morning Chicago’ solidifying their reputation as one of the hottest acts in town. With over 100 weddings, festivals, corporate events, and venue performances annually, Wedding Banned shows no signs of slowing down, continuing to spread their infectious energy far and wide.

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What You Can Expect to Hear:

Bon Jovi – Journey – Dexy’s Midnight Runners – A-Ha – Eddie Money – Mötley Crüe – Sir Mix-A-Lot – Don Henley – Neil Diamond – Pat Benatar – Guns ‘n Roses – Prince – AC/DC – Madonna – Whitney Houston – Duran Duran – Cyndi Lauper – U2 – The Police – Queen – Wham! – Bruce Springsteen – and more!

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