Jerry Criss Band

“Jerry Criss Band” is a group of seasoned musicians and vocalists of various musical backgrounds known professionally throughout Northwest Illinois and Wisconsin. The band is led by Soul Singer &Percussionist, Jerry Criss from the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Fronting bands of various musical styles spanning 40+ years, and a former nightclub owner, Jerry has performed on both coasts and several states in between. In 2018 he was twice inducted into the “Blues Hall of Fame” in Quad Cities Iowa for “Great Blues Artist” & “Blues Ambassador”. Specializing in Classic R&B, Blues, Funk, Smooth Jazz, and Motown, the band also features female vocalist Dre Dixon of Rockford, bassist Greg Bridges of Freeport, guitarist Ron Freeman of Dixon, keyboardist Norman Bryant of Rockford, keyboardist Wash Hobson and drummer Devon Bridges of Janesville WI. Performing at music festivals, nightclubs, weddings, private and corporate events, and parties, this band will have them dancing, clapping, and singing along. A real party pleasure for sure!