On that expensive comment. As Im connected with a band, I know the going rate is anything from around 1500 up to 24-2500 for a wedding band, but, like all services, you really get what you pay for with the more expensive bands.
But what do people think is expensive?
5th avenue would charge a bit more then most, but they do deliver the goods on the night, so is the price expensive?
RD is right, no matter who you go with, always check them out first.
Couple of tips, if you see a band in a club or pub, the set is more then likely not what you would hear at a wedding, and ask about a DJ to be supplied by the band as this can often work out to be less then getting a seperate DJ.