
ROD TUFFCURLS & THE BENCH PRESS
Bio
Rod Tuffcurls and The Bench Press is like the cover band that’s never seen a cover band.” – Said a smart, observant man.
Rod Tuffcurls and The Bench Press is an exciting cover band from Chicago, entertaining crowds at clubs, festivals, weddings, and other events all across the Midwest since 2008. Their unique song repertoire includes hits ranging from The Beatles to Madonna, Queen to Miley Cyrus, and Wilson Phillips to Dave Matthews Band! You may even hear some of our off-the-wall choices like Les Miserables, Golden Girls theme song, and Wrigley’s gum commercials!
Rod Tuffcurls and The Bench Press combine excellent musicianship, bone-crushing 3-part vocal harmonies, and a contagious stage energy that will keep you dancing! With their vast array of experiences, Rod Tuffcurls and The Bench Press are prepared to handle any venue and are happy to work with production managers, wedding planners, and events planners to make sure that every detail goes smoothly, regardless if it’s a festival for thousands or an intimate wedding for a hundred.

Testimonials
“Rod Tuffcurls does not disappoint! We hired the guys for our wedding and I can honestly say that they MADE the party. Four weeks later and we're still getting compliments from our guests on their performance. For anyone who has seen them live, they are the same lively, entertaining crew in just a smaller (dare i say more intimate) setting. The dance floor was packed the entire time so bring your dancin shoes! Our reception felt like it was straight out of a movie! From a professional standpoint, these guys are first class and they're great at their jobs. They can MC your entire event, get people moving, and manage the music before their sets and during breaks. They handle every AV aspect of the day. There is honestly nothing you need to worry about except having a great time! Cheers!”J.J. M
“Michael S - Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press made our wedding a night to remember forever. Tom and his group did everything we asked and brought the thunder, rocking out to two or three curtain calls that lasted 30-40 minutes past when they were supposed to be done. Next to saying "I Do" I can honestly say that the one piece of ourwedding that we will never forget is the amazing performance of the Bench Press!”Michael S
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Sample song list
You Make My Dreams Come True - Hall & Oates
That Thing You Do - The Oneders
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
I'm a Believer - The Monkeys
What I Like About You - The Romantics
Runaround Sue - Dion
If You're Wondering If I Want You To - Weezer
Cecelia - Simon & Garfunkel
Blister in the Sun - Violent Femmes
Go Your Own Way - Fleetwood Mac
A-Punk - Vampire Weekend
Feel It Still - Portugal The Man
Shake, Senora - Harry Belfonte
You'll Be Back - from Hamilton
Last Night - The Strokes
Everything Is Awesome - The Lego Movie
Build me Up Buttercup - The Foundations
Hold On - Wilson Philips
You're Welcome - from Moana
You Are The Best Thing - Ray Lamontagne
Save The Last Dance For Me - Michael Buble
Conga - Gloria Estefan
Shut up & Dance With Me - Walk The Moon
Let It Go - Frozen
Harmony Hall - Vampire Weekend
Under Pressure - Queen + David Bowie
Rocketman - Elton John
Just Can't Wait To Be King - from The Lion King
I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston
Sorry - Justin Bieber
Stand By Me - Ben E. King
This Love - Maroon 5
Believe - Cher
Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen
Africa - Toto
Bad Romance - Lady GaGa
Sample song list continued
Dancing Queen - Abba
Let's Go Crazy - Prince
Sweet Disposition - Temper Trap
I Believe I Can Fly - SpaceJam
Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
Shout - Isley Brothers
Love Yourself - Justin Bieber
Somebody Told Me - The Killers
Electric Love - BORNS
Come Sail Away - STYX
Clocks - Coldplay
Anna Sun - Walk The Moon
Little Secrets - Passion Pit
American Girl - Tom Petty
Float On - Modest Mouse
How Far I'll Go - Moana
Burning Down The House - Talking Heads
500 Miles - The Proclaimers
Somebody To Love - Queen
Dancing On My Own - Robyn
I'll Make a Man Out of You - from Mulan
Twist & Shout - The Beatles
Don't Stop Me Now - Queen
Piano Man - Billy Joel
Under The Sea - from The Little Mermaid
Send Me On My Way - Rusted Root
Kiss From a Rose - Seal
Ants Marching - Dave Matthews Band
Say It Ain't So - Weezer
Tiny Dancer - Elton John
I Believe in a Thing Called Love - The Darkness
Dirty Dancing - from Dirty Dancing
Fat Bottomed Girls - Queen
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