One Man Bands for Hire in Illinois

Browse 263 one man bands for hire in Illinois, United States. These solo performers hold a 5 out of 5 rating from 633 reviews from real clients, with prices from $110 and an average of $340.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 633 reviews of One Man Bands
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John Drake

John Drake
Solo acoustic blues, Americana, rock’n’roll, reggae, country
One Man Band

Springfield

Illinois

(1)

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Years of the Songs

Years of the Songs
I am a one -man-band can play originals or covers
One Man Band

Taylorville

Illinois

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Book from $175 (USD)

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Michael Marciano

Michael Marciano
Live Guitarist/Singer of popular rock, blues, reggase, ec
One Man Band

Saint Charles

Missouri

(4)

Book from $150 (USD)

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David Brandt

David Brandt
A stellar One Man Band that performs your favorite hits!
One Man Band

Clayton

Missouri

(2)

Book from $200 (USD)

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BackForward / Adam Cartwright

BackForward / Adam Cartwright
Rock Band + Solo Guitarist / Singer / Singer Guitarist
One Man Band

Naperville

Illinois

(5)

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Ian Leith

Ian Leith
Human jukebox singing timeless favorites and future classics
One Man Band

Berwyn

Illinois

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Book from $400 (USD)

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Ralph Russell Saxophone

Ralph Russell Saxophone
Live saxophone (plus keys) for DJ and solo performance
One Man Band

Chicago

Illinois

(5)

Book from $650 (USD)

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Jerry Armstrong Tribute Artist

Jerry Armstrong Tribute Artist
Tribute Artist for all occasions, solo act and "oldies band"
One Man Band

Chicago

Illinois

(2)

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Patrick Thomas

Patrick Thomas
Solo Acoustic Singing Guitarist Live Looping Artist
One Man Band

Chicago

Illinois

(9)

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Joseph Filipow, Entertainer

Joseph Filipow, Entertainer
Professional entertainer, Dj, Multi-instrumentalist
One Man Band

Carmel

Indiana

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Book from $500 (USD)

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DrippDaDon

DrippDaDon
A versatile Singer/Musician (Rnb, Pop, Country, Afro)
One Man Band

Frankfort

Kentucky

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Book from $150 (USD)

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Nick Ray

Nick Ray
Solo Singer Songwriter
One Man Band

Nashville

Tennessee

No reviews yet

Book from $400 (USD)

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Jessey Adams

Jessey Adams
Solo Country Singer
One Man Band

Lansing

Michigan

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Book from $300 (USD)

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Abbigale

Abbigale
Solo, duo, trio & full band options!
One Man Band

Toledo

Ohio

No reviews yet

Book from $850 (USD)

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Jeff Tucker, solo / Jeff Tucker Band

Jeff Tucker, solo / Jeff Tucker Band
Solo act featuring acoustic guitar, harmonica & vocals; band from 3-6 pieces
One Man Band

Columbus

Ohio

(12) Replies in ~1 hr

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Patrick Masalko

Patrick Masalko
Solo entertainer with 3 hours of original music and over 2,000 covers.
One Man Band

Columbus

Ohio

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TimOwings OneManBand

TimOwings OneManBand
OneManBand
One Man Band

Sunbury

Ohio

(4)

Book from $250 (USD)

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CJ the Pianoman

CJ the Pianoman
One-Man-Band Vocalist and Keyboardist
One Man Band

Oak Ridge

Tennessee

(15)

Book from $175 (USD)

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How much does it cost to hire One Man Bands in Illinois?

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Rates for one man bands in Illinois range from $110 to $1,000+, with most bookings averaging $340. The final cost depends on the performer's experience, the length of the booking and any extras such as DJ sets between live performances. Solo acts often represent strong value, delivering several hours of live entertainment without the logistical demands of a full band. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 943 enquiries for One Man Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 17 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
29% of enquiries, with weddings next at 24%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
67% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five weeks
42% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
All year round
No month has more than 12% of events
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 83% based outside the event's town

Reviews of One Man Bands available in Illinois

5/5 from 633 reviews
Photo of John Drake John Drake "John performs to the crowd—if they’re mellow he’s mellow. If they’re having fun he kicks it up a notch with them. Great blues and blues rock. His original songs are crowd pleasers." Based in Springfield, Illinois Mitchell - Brewery Photo of Michael Marciano Michael Marciano "Hey All...For all of you that didn't come out yesterday. Michael Marciano did not disappoint...I am going to be putting in our shedule. Literally heard ZZ Top...in Renault?? You'll gotta hear him,,,he is awesome...he has a few videos on YouTube...but nothing like the real thing!! Older and younger folks will love his music." Based in Saint Charles, Missouri Tammie Zahner - Freeda's Bar Owner - Renault, Illinois Photo of David Brandt David Brandt "I hosted a bday party for my wife. David did a great job with pop and rock across generations. He was solo or we sang alone. We danced and laughed and had a great time!" Based in Clayton, Missouri 20th March 2026 J. Morris - Private Party Photo of BackForward / Adam Cartwright BackForward / Adam Cartwright "Talented across the board! We were blown away by Adam’s professionalism, attention to detail, musical talent and fun factor at our recent party! The cherry on top was his ability to take great quality professional photos! Adam was a great MC who took my DJ playlist inspiration and ran with it to create the perfect playlist for our party. And we can’t forget the Taylor Swift meets Coachella rendition of Happy Birthday which flowed into Jack & Diane. Such a fantastic addition to the event!" Based in Naperville, Illinois Derek - Private Party Photo of Ralph Russell Saxophone Ralph Russell Saxophone "Ralph was wonderful! Ralph was amazing! He adapted so well to the mood of our party. He was able to play Christmas song lyrics on the screen so we could sing along at our Christmas party. He made the night a hit! He even stayed longer than planned because everyone was having such a nice time. Highly recommend him!" Based in Chicago, Illinois 12th October 2026 Valerie M. - Birthday Celebration Photo of Patrick Thomas Patrick Thomas "Alexandria P. August 16, 2022 Verified Amazing night! Patrick preformed at my event this past Saturday. I am so happy with how the night went! Patrick played music from all of our favourite bands. 10/10 recommend him for your event!! Hired as: Singing Guitarist" Based in Chicago, Illinois 9th April 2026 Alexandria P. - Corporate Event

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring one man bands is $340, with prices from $110 to $1,000+. Pricing depends on the performer's experience, set duration and the range of instruments and equipment involved. One-man bands use a combination of live instruments, vocals, looping technology and backing tracks to deliver a full-sounding performance from a single artist.

The one man bands for hire are solo performers who use a combination of live instruments, loop pedals, vocal harmonies and technology to create a full band sound from a single musician. Many play guitar, keyboard or multi-instruments alongside live vocals.

Many clients book one man bands for weddings, corporate events, private parties, restaurant entertainment, pubs and small venues. A one man band delivers the variety and energy of a larger group without the space and budget requirements.

Most one man bands cover a wide range of genres including pop, rock, soul, funk, acoustic, jazz and chart hits. The versatility of modern loop and effects technology means solo performers can recreate an impressively full sound. It is worth checking each performer's profile for their repertoire.

Most one man bands bring a complete setup including instruments, PA system, microphones, loop pedals and sometimes lighting. Their compact setup makes them well suited to venues with limited space. It is a good idea to confirm equipment details when making an enquiry.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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