Blind Date - Premiere Wedding & Event Band
USA
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Mark Ellis
OWNER
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AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Austin, TX, Blind Date is a band that performs at weddings and events. The band comprises several talented musicians from around the Austin area. They have an expansive repertoire that allows them to complete the ambiance of various wedding themes.
Blind Dates has been providing music for events for over 20 years. They have performed at venues throughout the country, a testament to their ability to adapt to different settings. These musicians are dedicated to providing each soon-to-be-wed with thoughtful and high customer service standards.
Blind Dates can play over 400 songs, including dance tunes, rock, jazz, country, hip-hop, and more. They also provide lighting services, including a state-of-the-art light show. Each song is decided on at the moment, ensuring that it fits the atmosphere. The band offers a high-energy performance, helping to make the festivities even more memorable.
What You'll Love About Blind Date
The band is very communicative and open to any ideas and suggestions that the couple has. They fill the wedding venue with an unparalleled energy that guarantees an incredible experience. Read the reviews to see what couples have said about their experience with this wedding band.
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Instruments
Guitar
Percussion
Saxophone
Trumpet
Vocals
Music Genres
Country
Dance
Hip-Hop
Jazz
Pop
R&B
Rock
Music Services
Live Music
MC Services
Recorded Music
Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Reception
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Meet the team
Mark Ellis
Owner
Graduating with a music degree from Texas State, Mark Ellis started Blind Date in 2001. He works diligently with a keen personal attention to detail to insure your event is perfect. He handles the booking, music, timeline, and all logistics. He is on site from the moment the band arrives until they are packed up and ready to leave. Mark is the owner, guitarist, jazz crooner, emcee, and your point person to ensure there is no miscommunication from all of your correspondence. Mark looks forward to hearing about your vision for your special occasion! Let Blind Date make it the best!
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.050 reviews
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Blind Date is highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional performance at weddings, with guests raving about their energy and ability to keep the dance floor packed all night long. The band members are commended for their professionalism, vocal diversity, and interactions with the audience, including getting guests on stage to sing and creating a lively atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the diverse repertoire of the band, their seamless communication and collaboration with the couple and other vendors, and the unforgettable memories they helped create at various weddings. Overall, Blind Date is described as a "must-have" for any wedding, delivering an outstanding entertainment experience that surpasses expectations.Review photos
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Kirsten A
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5.0
11/10/2024
This band was perfection from start to finish. Super communicative and open to any idea. They learned 4 songs for us, one of them being an original song by my husband. One thing that was most important to us was the music at our wedding. Blind Date provided a wonderful jazz set for our cocktail hour and then ramped it up with an amazing set list that kept our party rocking, dancing, crowd surfing, and wanting more! Our guests were just raving all night long about them. Book them if you want THE BEST DANCE PARTY!
Vendor response 11/11/2024
Thanks so much for the kind words, Kirsten! We had a fantastic time with you, your family,...
and friends. Performing a song that the fathers of the bride and groom wrote for the occasion was SO much fun and so special.
Karen G
5.0
11/25/2023
OMG!! Words can not express how you and your band members hit it out of the park for our daughters wedding on 11/17/23 at The Grand Lady!
From the moment you started to play your dinner music the entire room filled with an energy that was truly palpable! We even had guests that started dancing because your music was just so good! Then we progressed to the special dances (bride and Father, groom and mother and bride and groom) These songs were so special and very emotional! Loved them all! However the highlight to me was how you were able to get EVERYONE on the dance floor and KEEP everyone on the dance floor the entire night!! Having the bride and groom share the stage with you allowed us all to witness how happy they both were and how much they were enjoying their reception! I think they would secretly love to become apart of your band - they were naturals up on stage! It was incredible and nearly every single guest remarked that this was the best wedding band they had ever heard!
Mark - as we shared with you the groom wanted 3 things for his wedding.
1. Really good Booze
2. Plenty of Bathrooms
3. And a kick ass Band!
When our wedding planner heard this she shared that there was only one band option which was Blind Date! She could not have been more correct!
Thank you again for providing such incredible entertainment and memories for Megan and Sam’s wedding! It truly was a night we will never forget!
Thanks again for the best night ever!
Vendor response 11/29/2023
Thanks so much for the wonderful review, Karen! We had a blast at Megan and Sam’s wedding,...
and we're so glad that y'all did too. Please give them all our best.
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Chris H
5.0
11/17/2023
We hired Blind Date for our daughter’s wedding Memorial Day weekend 2023. This was no doubt the best decision we made!
Let me be as clear as I can be:
Blind Date is simply awesome!!!
I’ve never had so many compliments regarding a vendor of any type at any occasion.
Everyone danced — everyone! It was simply a blast. Blind Date are the consummate professionals w a diverse repertoire and vocal diversity and range.
15 stars out if 5!
My name is Chris Hollister and I approved this message. :D
Alison F
5.0
7/20/2023
There are not enough positive words to write about Blind Date. Book them now, as soon as you set your date, as they are a “must have” for your wedding. They will energize your event the entire night! Austin-based Blind Date came highly recommended by so many people that we rolled the dice and just booked them as soon as a wedding date was set. They brought an amazing liveliness with a packed dance floor all night and the words “best band ever” were enthusiastically uttered long after the event ended. We had one family tell us that they actually changed their wedding date because Blind Date was not available on their original wedding date. Blind Date helped us create an unforgettable reception for our children and guests.
Vendor response 07/20/2023
Wow! What a great review, Alison! Thank you SO much for taking the time to leave your thou...
ghts. We had a great time with y'all as well!!!
Alana G
5.0
5/23/2023
OMG this band. They legitimately made our wedding. They were extremely easy to work with leading up to the wedding, adhering to strict "do not play" guidance, learning our first dance song and going above and beyond at the last minute to help us secure a stage. We knew they would be great and had high expectations but even with that, they blew us away. All of our guests have not stopped raving about the music - many have also said our wedding felt more like a concert than a wedding which is exactly what we wanted. We had to expand the dance floor in the middle of the wedding because every single guest was dancing. We have had multiple guests reach out since the wedding to ask for their info for their own events.
THANK YOU!!!
Vendor response 05/23/2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Alana! We certainly had a great time with you ...
and Stephen! All our best to you both!!!
Alex B
5.0
1/17/2023
Blind Date is AMAZING!! Our wedding truly would not have been the same without them. Leading up to the wedding they were communicative and open to our song requests and suggestions. The day of our wedding, they completely blew us away!! From the Frank Sinatra dinner set to the high energy dance set, they did not disappoint! Our guests have not stopped raving about them since our wedding. They keep asking us when they can go see them perform next. They were so interactive and entertaining, not to mention the most talented group of people I've ever met! Thank you, Blind Date, for making our wedding the most unforgettable night of our lives. We love you!
Vendor response 01/18/2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, Alex! We had a great time with...
you and Ryan!
scott t
5.0
12/05/2022
These guys were fantastic. They played at my daughters wedding Saturday night at the Arts District Mansion. They were totally engaged with the guest. The lead singer even brought my 3 year old granddaughter on to the stage to sing a Frozen Song! They were very easy to work with. Booking and set up were great.
Cannot thank them enough for such a great night.
Vendor response 12/05/2022
Thanks so much for the review, Scott! Your granddaughter is a rock star! We've never had ...
such a small kiddo sing so much and so well!
Liz G
5.0
6/05/2022
All of our guests raved about our wedding being one of the most fun events they'd ever attended all thanks to the terrific performance and energy from Blind Date. Blind Date brought us the party we'd hoped for and were able to support our entire event from the P.A. for the wedding, to a quartet for cocktail hour, to their incredible full band performance at the reception. They are incredibly talented, fun, and interactive, and we'd recommend them to anyone for a wedding or party. We'll certainly be reaching out to book them for our anniversary party at some point!
Vendor response 06/06/2022
We had a great time with y'all as well, Liz! All our best to you and Matt!!!
Allyson S
5.0
5/02/2022
The Blind Date was the absolute best decision I've ever made for my wedding. I asked for a party and the Blind Date brought it every second they were on stage.
My husband, parents, and I had people coming up to us all night telling us that The Blind Date was "the best wedding band they have ever seen". I also had people coming up to me saying "it was hard to tell if you or the band was having more fun" which is hard feat since I was on the dance floor or stage the entire night of my wedding with a huge smile on my face.
One of the best things about the Blind Date is that they incorporate the crowd and love doing it. They have a new set list every night based on crowd dynamics and encourage guests to get on stage and sing with them. I think I was up there at least 10 times on my wedding day with my family , friends, and husband. Additionally, they even stood on tables singing and got down and interracted with the guests.
They are the absolute best and well worth every cent you pay. I can not recommend them more. If you are planning a wedding, stop what you are doing right now and book them. You will NOT regret it.
Vendor response 05/02/2022
Oh my gosh! Thanks so much for the very kind review, Allyson! I have to say, y'all were a ...
great group to perform for. All our best to you and Dan!!!
Dan S
5.0
5/02/2022
Blind Date played at my wedding this past weekend and I can't say enough good things about them. They are easily the best wedding band I've seen. Their interactions with the audience and picking the right songs at the right time truly helped make our wedding the best night of my life. Can't recommend them highly enough!!!
Vendor response 05/02/2022
Thanks Dan!!! I left a note on Allyson's review, but I'll say it again here: Y'all certain...
ly were a great group to perform for. We had a great time, too. All our best to you both!
Katie F
5.0
4/29/2022
OH MY GOODNESS these fine folks played at my brothers wedding last weekend and they were AMAZING - such range, so much fun, kept the dance floor packed. They included many people onstage which made the evening feel so personal and special without it feeling AT ALL like karaoke night. BEST performance and performers - really made the party special!
Vendor response 04/29/2022
Taylor & Michael sure seem like an amazing couple, Katie! We truly had a blast with y'all....
Thanks so much for the wonderful feedback!
Hannah L
5.0
4/21/2022
Hands down the best wedding band in Austin! Our dance floor was packed their entire set. They are also fantastic to work with and a ton of fun. They pulled us on stage and were performing from our photo booth. Their talent, charisma and energy is unbeatable.
Vendor response 04/22/2022
Aw, thanks so much for leaving a great review, Hannah! All our best to you and Asher!
Marcela V
5.0
3/24/2022
Short story: HIRE BLIND DATE.
Longer story: We saw Blind Date perform at a friend’s wedding and immediately knew we wanted to hire them. We were only a couple of months out from our wedding, so we got incredibly lucky that they had an opening available for our date.
It’s hard to convey via words how Blind Date set the entire mood of the reception, keeping everyone on the dance floor throughout the night. We had over 200 guests and Blind Date kept almost all of them on the dance floor with how good they were!
Mark was so easy to work with and scheduled check-in calls with us to ensure that we were on the same page for the vibe of the night. The band has such a wide repertoire of music, which is what makes them ideal for any kind of event.
We had wedding guests (and vendors) tell us over and over again that Blind Date was the best band they’d ever seen perform and could not believe a wedding band could be that fun, versatile and talented. Even our venue, which hosts hundreds of weddings a year, told us that Blind Date was the most energetic band they’d seen, and they’d be recommending them to future couples.
Blind Date was also able to work seamlessly with our DJ, passing off their equipment for our DJ to plug in during their breaks (we wanted Latin music during the breaks so hired a DJ that could do that).
As two brides, we were conscious of hiring LGBT-friendly vendors and we can vouch that Blind Date was just that! We were always treated with kindness and excitement about our upcoming wedding.
We will never forget getting on the stage and singing songs alongside the band members and our families. Our wedding night would not have been the same without them.
Vendor response 03/29/2022
Thanks so much for the amazing review, Marcela! We had a blast with y'all as well. All our...
best to you and Nicole. Y'all are certainly a great couple!!!
Thalia Claire B
5.0
2/14/2022
Words can’t begin to describe how amazing this band was. When we hired them after a recommendation/commendation from another couple who called Blind Date the highlight of their wedding, we thought maybe they were being hyperbolic, but we knew at least the band would be good enough for a good time. Never in my life could I have imagined a band was capable of being as great as they were. From the beautiful jazz dinner set (it felt like I was listening to the jazz greats themselves), to the best two hours of dancing I’ve ever enjoyed in my life, Blind Date blew us away. Every single guest commented on how great they were. They were beyond fantastic and we can’t thank them enough for making our wedding so perfect. They brought us on stage for the MOST electric moments of the whole wedding--I felt like I was doing my own Vegas residency show. The LIGHT setup they bring themselves made the whole thing feel like a rock concert. It was the best day of my entire life and I can't imagine having a different band. I want to become a groupie for this band and start crashing other weddings they're playing at. BOOK THIS BAND! Their set list is PHENOMENAL, they learned a new song for our first dance and BLEW US OUT OF THE WATER with it. Everything was perfect. We're going to be talking about this band for as long as we're talking about our wedding. I am so beyond glad a referral from a couple we trusted turned into booking the best wedding band in the world.
Vendor response 02/14/2022
Well you made my day, Claire! We had a great time with y'all as well. Thanks!
Kaitlyn D
5.0
11/21/2021
Blind Date is truly the best wedding band you could possibly hire (WORTH EVERY CENT). They kept the dance floor full all night long! I love the unique performances - from singing "Let it Go" with the flower girl, to getting everyone in the bridal party up on stage, to letting us perform whatever songs we wanted to with the band. I can't tell you how many compliments we got on how great they were!
Vendor response 11/23/2021
Thanks so much for the review, Kaitlyn! We had a great time with y'all as well. All our be...
st to you and Philip!!!
Mary
5.0
10/05/2021
Booking Blind Date for your wedding will guarantee your guest will be saying “best wedding ever” for years to come. We booked them for our first daughters wedding in 2012 and 10 years later they did not disappoint for our second daughters wedding. Our repeat guests were so excited when they heard we booked the same band. They have so much energy all the way till the end off the party. They are so engaged with the crowd. They even have guest come on stage to feel like a rockstar. They are phenomenal musicians and vocals that will blow your mind! So much fun! Nothing beats a live band and Blind Date is one of the best. Book them for your wedding, you won’t regret it!
Jennifer K
5.0
9/03/2021
I was a little iffy about having a band, I was so worried about people not dancing or not having a fun time. Boy was I wrong. This band was absolutely incredible!!! I had so many people asking me their name and commenting on how fun it was. My sister told me she has never been to a wedding where people never left the dance floor. The band really made this wedding amazing. Due to covid we only had about 53 people total and we were so worried for nothing. The band had me the groom up on stage singing and dancing with them. We had gone through their list of songs and marked which ones we liked/disliked, but with all the craziness of the wedding I never got around to sending it. This made me even more nervous because I hoped they wouldnt play things no one liked. Again, so wrong. They knew exactly what to play, they played classic rock, current pop, 90's music, some Motown, R&B, Sinatra for dinner set. They knew what would get people dancing. My husband who is a huge Alabama fan got pulled up on stage to sing sweet home Alabama. He loved it! Mark was incredible as well. He never minded to talk with me on the phone about our goals/worries for the wedding. He gave me the best piece of advice that if the bride and groom are having fun, the rest will follow and he was definitely right. We both agreed all night that this was the perfect choice. We were absolutely blown away with them! Definitely a must book for your wedding.
Emily P
5.0
4/20/2021
Words truly cannot express how AMAZING The Blind Date was for our wedding!!! My husband and I were blown away by their talent, kindness, and ability to throw the best party ever! We had so many guests commenting that they would have flown across the country just to listen to them play again! The dance floor was hopping the entire night and we had the best time, all thanks to The Blind Date! Would highly recommend!! Already looking forward to hiring them for more events in the future :)
Vendor response 04/20/2021
Thanks so much for the kind words, Emily! We certainly had a great time celebrating with y...
'all! Our best to you and Andrew.
Margaret C
5.0
2/12/2020
I just had Blind Date at my wedding reception in Brenham, TX this past weekend. My friends and family are still going on and on about how amazing they are. They are so professional and nice during the planning portion, during the day of setup and during the reception. They are super kind to guests - letting them request songs, get on stage and making sure everyone has the best time. My niece and other young cousins are around 8 years old and they let them get on stage, hold mics and these kids will remember the night for the rest of their lives. Blind Date also coordinated a song for my mom to sing and that was incredible. They played every song I really wanted to hear on my wedding night and even did a second line to lead me and my husband out of the reception. They are flexible with space - we were worried they were going to be too loud in a small venue but they controlled the volume perfectly. This is the best place to spend your money for your wedding - your guests will have the best time. Mark Emceed our reception so we didn't have to worry about that and he made everything run smoothly. I could go on and on about this crew. I have been watching videos of them and my guests for 3 days now. Everyone at our wedding now wants to hire them for something... they are just the best! We had some tough critics in our group and all have agreed that this is the best wedding band they have ever heard. Thank you Blind Date for making my dream night come true (corny)!!!
Nora J
5.0
11/19/2019
Blind Date band was beyond fabulous! I dealt with Mark who was very accommodating and helpful. They kept my daughter‘s wedding reception so energetic and fun. They are diversified and truly the best wedding band I’ve ever heard.
Alex B
5.0
9/11/2019
I can’t say enough good things about Blind Date! I booked them for my wedding based off my wedding planner’s recommendation, and they certainly did not disappoint. During the reception there was an AV equipment issue (not related to Blind Date), but the AV people had already left. Blind Date took it upon themselves to solve the issue before I really even knew about it. As a result of this, they decided to play straight through the remainder of the reception without taking a break—an extremely selfless decision. They also played one last song after they announced the last song because my husband specifically requested it. And to top it off, they gave us a private last dance spur the moment. Throughout the entire evening, I felt like they made my husband and I their top priority. All of the behind the scenes stuff set aside, they put on a fantastic show! We’ve had numerous people reach out to us asking who our band was because they made such a wonderful impression on everyone.
Patrick J
5.0
5/11/2019
Honestly I don't know what to say about these guys other than that they absolutely kick ass. They are expensive, but definitely worth the money if it's in your budget... you get what you pay for. I was blown away by the equipment (have an impressive lighting and live sound setup), quality of all the musicians, and how they were able to bring life to the party. They even had a few surprises in store for us that I won't spoil but made the wedding super memorable. All throughout the night people were telling me about how amazing the band was. They aren't just a good wedding band, they are a downright awesome band. I've been to a lot of live shows and these guys crush the covers. Don't think about it... just book them!
Marina M
5.0
11/26/2018
Blind Date is the absolute best wedding band out there, hands down. I saw them in 2 of my friends weddings before mine, and I knew that I had to have them for my own wedding. I loved them so much, that I even moved my wedding date so that I could have them for my special day. And, man, was it worth it. Their performance just absolutely blew everyone away. I didn't even make it over to my photobooth, because I did not want to leave my dancefloor.
Countless of my wedding guests have approached me asking for their information and wanting to know how I found them, because they were the best wedding band they have ever seen. They really know how to get a crowd going, and made my husband and I feel like superstars. What a truly talented, fun, energetic group of people. I feel SO grateful that I was able to have them for my wedding. It was the BEST day of my entire life, and they were a huge part of that.
They also played at my cocktail hour as a 4-person jazz quartet. The music the the cocktail hour was awesome! Definitely recommend this as well!
The planning process went very smoothly, and Mark was very responsive to all my emails and requests.
Overall, if you want to have a guaranteed BLAST at your reception, you need to book this band.
Bubba F
5.0
11/11/2018
Blind Date is the best wedding band I’ve ever seen perform. We were honored to be their first same-sex wedding.
We first saw Blind Date perform two years ago when they played at my cousin’s wedding. They were absolutely electric. The crowd loved them— their mix of different talented vocalists, the incredible lights set up, their modern set list. The lead female vocalist, Chelsea, was incredible! So, my now-husband and I hired them for our wedding.
We went through their extensive setlist on their website and picked out some favorites and some ‘do-not-plays’ . We told them the favorites were suggestions and they could play what they felt the crowd was responding to best. They were very receptive to our suggestions but weren’t afraid to share thoughts on what had been playing well at other parties recently. For example, they told us they do a unique and memorable performance of Prince’s “Purple Rain.” Neither my husband nor I particularly cared for that song, but we trusted them, and we’re glad we did. It was the highlight performance of the night, and we have guests STILL reminiscing about that performance.
Mark (the band manager) was easy and available for us to contact and ask questions in the weeks leading up to the party. He really wanted to make the event special and gave us different fun suggestions for things we could do to make the party feel personal. My husband plays trumpet and his favorite wedding song is ‘September’ by Earth, Wind, and Fire. Mark suggested he play the trumpet on stage to this song. While we opted out, we appreciated that they wanted to do interesting things to make it unique.
We got endless compliments about the band from our guests during and after the event.
They aren’t cheap ;) but they are a worthy investment if you want to make your reception really stand out. We can’t thank Blind Date enough for helping to create the best night of our lives.
Lauren S
5.0
2/08/2018
Blind Date made our wedding the most fun night ever!!! We booked them without seeing them live based on referrals, reviews and videos online. They definitely did not disappoint. People were up and dancing even during dinner, and the dance floor never cleared for the rest of the night! All of our guests are still raving about the band! They are interactive and can play EVERYTHING!! The highlight of my night was when my brother got on stage and rapped with them. Seriously, Blind Date was the highlight of our wedding, I hope that I get to be a guest at more Blind Date weddings in the future!!!
Cortney A
5.0
9/23/2017
Blind Date is the best of the best!! We went out on a limb when we hired Blind Date based on several referrals and dozens of YouTube videos without having seen them live. My husband and I took our last few photos during their dinner set and as we walked back into the reception hall people immediately came up to us raving about the band. Their sound is incredible, their energy sets the tone for everyone to have fun and they truly engage the entire crowd. We didn't give them a specific set list and they played the perfect mix that everyone in the audience would enjoy. Almost everyone at our reception was on the dance floor the whole time they played and four hours went by in no time. They are what made our reception one of the best nights of our lives and we still have friends and family talking about Blind Date being the best wedding band they have ever seen. I can't recommend them enough for any and all events!
Caroline H
5.0
6/16/2017
Blind Date seriously made my wedding. Having a good band was very important to us and I don't think there was a single person in their chair all night. They are amazing at engaging the crowd and really reading what they want. I was the bride and they had both myself and all of my (13) bridesmaids on stage for multiple songs as well as me and the groom. I was bombarded by people asking who my band was all night. I know having a good band is costly but this (and alcohol) are the two most crucial points to a fun wedding reception. Thank you Blind Date, I wish we could do it all over again!
Nicole P
5.0
4/25/2017
Blind Date was AMAZING at our wedding! People were constantly on the dance floor, and when the night was over, no one wanted to leave! They are very interactive, having people on the stage or helping sing along. They brought the BEST dance party to our wedding, I would recommend them to any and everyone!
knottie976c25d14e995d7d
5.0
4/05/2017
WOW! WOW! WOW! Never had so much fun!!! They played at my son's wedding on March 25, 2017! Loved everything about them. They were the absolute best! People could not get out on the dance floor quick enough! I would use them again and again!! Made for the funnest wedding reception! They played everything you would want them to play and were so good!! Very easy to work with!
Jenny
5.0
2/02/2017
I had heard so many raving reviews about Blind Date and was quick to reach out as soon as we set our wedding to date to see if they were available. Mark was so great to work with leading up to the wedding and they were an absolute hit at our reception. I still get comments from guests saying how great they were and wanting to know how we found the band. The band was one of my number one priorities for the reception and Blind Date will keep your guests of all ages on their feet the whole night!
Kelli K
5.0
11/15/2016
This band is absolutely incredible! My husband and I, along with all of our guests, cannot stop talking about their performance at our reception! They truly know how to put on a show and engage the crowd. They had our guests on their feet and on the dance floor the entire evening, which is exactly what we wanted. Behind the scenes, they were so easy to work with and were able to learn all of our special song requests. Best decision we made throughout the planning process was choosing Blind Date!
Sarah L
5.0
7/26/2016
These guys are incredible!! They performed at my brother-in-law's wedding last year and then at my wedding this year and they seriously kick ass. They had people dancing from the first song until we had to push everyone off stage at the end of the night - definitely worth it if you're looking to throw a real party! The only thing you should know in advance is that their equipment requires some specific electrical/space requirements so if you're set on booking them make sure you book your venue with them in mind! I changed my venue so that we could have them there and lost a little money on that, but it was so worth it! Love these guys.
Annabel S
5.0
5/11/2016
THE BEST WEDDING BAND IN EXISTENCE! We booked our wedding date based on their availability. We attended a wedding where Blind Date performed two years ago and when we got engaged, we knew we wanted them to play our wedding. They book up fast, and rightfully so, because they are absolutely incredible. Mark and the rest of the band put on a show that our guests have been complimenting ever since. They play a great mix of modern music and the classics and know exactly how to gauge the crowd and get them going!
Miranda K
5.0
6/04/2015
Hiring Blind Date to play at our wedding was the BEST decision we made! Even after evacuating our reception tent due to a tornado, the band came back better than ever. They put on an incredible show and made our wedding a dance party we'll never forget. THANK Y'ALL for making our big day a blast! You exceeded our expectations and we'll be calling when we renew our vows ; )
Eliza d
5.0
5/16/2014
Blind Date is, by far, the best wedding band out there. Not only are they extremely professional, responsive, and easy to deal with, they also put on a hell of a show! These guys (and girl) are not only amazing singers and musicians, but they really know how to perform. They got the crowd going immediately, and not one guest left the dance floor the ENTIRE night. They let my bridesmaids and I get up and sing a song of our choice (they supplied the lyrics on screens only we could see from the stage) - it was such a fun moment. They ended the night singing "Purple Rain" from the top of one of our reception tables - just amazing! Our guests have not stopped talking about "the band" - one guest even said he almost offered them $500 cash to see if they would play for an extra half hour! No one wanted it to end, and they really were the highlight vendor of our wedding day. Can't reccommend them highly enough! Also, SO worth the hefty price tag ($10,000) - don't regret it a bit! :)
Kendall C
5.0
4/07/2014
I've seen Blind Date at three weddings now including my own and they just get better and better. They are worth every penny. They even helped during my ceremony because it was raining - way above and beyond their duties. I got so many compliments from guests and the dance floor was literally packed the entire time.
BKAHarrison
5.0
11/20/2013
My husband and I had a small wedding in a foreign country, and then returned to my hometown for a celebration. We wanted this to be a fun, relaxed event where guests enjoyed themselves. I KNEW I had to have Blind Date as the band. We even moved our celebration up a week so they could perform. We have received so many compliments with all guests saying "It was the best wedding band they'd ever seen." As one guest said, "You could have had no booze, no food and that band and it would have been the best reception I've ever been to." You will be not be disappointed! They were very courteous and professional to work with as well. I can't say enough good things about Blind Date!
Sarah B
5.0
3/28/2013
I think almost every guest at our wedding was on their feet dancing at the wedding! Everyone had such a wonderful time and much of that is due to Blind Date and their amazing singing. The depth of what they play is pretty awesome as well. From classic to country to top 40 and everything in between they covered all ages and genres. I got so many compliments on the band and many requests for their information because they kept the party alive all night!
Hope C
5.0
6/11/2011
Band and music was our #1 Priority - it was one of the first things we contracted. Mark was easy to work with and learned 2 songs for our wedding and nailed them both. Any comment about our wedding includes what fun the guest had on the dance floor. We had a huge dance floor and the band helped keep it packed the whole night - 4 full hours of dancing. They were so fun - and really got the crowd involved - from having my God Daughter lead Thriller on the stage to my bridesmaids and parent's friends up on the microphone (thank goodness they turned them off.). They also let my MIL play the air guitar on the table with them during Purple Rain. Most of our memories from that night happened on the dance floor. The band helped make our wedding a blast - and a party that everyone raves about.
Holly H
5.0
6/02/2011
This band MADE my reception. They are expensive, but worth every penny. The entire building was up no their feet the entire time. We danced the night away and loved how involved this band was with the crowd!!
Lauren M
5.0
8/26/2010
I think our guests enjoyed Blind Date more than anything at our wedding. People were talking about it for weeks - they really put on great entertainment and got people out on the dance floor. It was perfect for all ages :)
Dashiel G
5.0
6/28/2010
Blind Date Austin where do I Start, they were AWESOME!Find a way to budget them in an keep your fingers crossed and pray every night that they are not booked so you can have them. They made our wedding that much more special we still get complimnets about them from wedding guests and we were married in 2006.
Jillian B
5.0
5/10/2010
The music was specetactular is made the party! People are still taking about the band.
Cindy S
5.0
5/10/2010
The best band ever. They had everyone on the dance floor until the end of the night and even received an encore. They were absolutely incredible and were able to read the crowd so well.
Tracy A
5.0
11/01/2008
Everyone (from my friends to my grandparents) LOVED Blind Date. They definitely madhe wedding was on a Monday night but their energy was so high and everyone was on the dance floor most of the night. They accommodated all requests for music and were very professional. At the end they gave a ridiculous;y awesome performance of Purple Rain where they got up and danced on the reception tables--my guests and I were wowed. We will never forget it!
MELISSA B
5.0
10/30/2008
THE PREMIERE EVENT BAND! These guys were great so much fun got people out there dancing worked with my soloist and emcee's even did my cocktail music with two of the guys easy to work with and way too much fun!
Melissa B
5.0
9/25/2008
This group is AWESOME!!! They are not only amazingly talented but they get the crowd going and into it. They were so easy to work with as I had my brothers emcee and had a family friend sing the first dance song. Very professional and so much fun. if you want fun along with talent they are the only way to go!
Kimberly P
5.0
10/02/2007
Natalie was the contact person and the singer in the band...she was FABULOUS!!! They had many instruments and could play many types of music. They were nice, on time, played eveything we asked or used a CD to cover it all. I have NO complaints!!!!!
Maddie G
5.0
9/29/2007
songs were fantastic
Erin T
5.0
9/18/2007
I loved EVERYTHING about our band. People still rave about the band at our wedding and how much fun they had because of the band. They got everyone on the dance floor. They interacted with teh guests (taught us 'Thriller', did the Limbo, invited the bridesmaids and bride onstage). Natalie, the lead singer and main contact person, is the sweetest woman and SO easy to work with. AND they are able to learn a few new songs if you tell them in advance, so they learned a new one for our first dance.
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