Blacktye are a renowned wedding band who have been operating for over 20 years. With their exceptional talent and passion for music, they create unforgettable experiences for couples on their special day. These highly skilled musicians are dedicated to delivering exceptional performances that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests.
They are one band and one band only, and do not have multiple lineups, and have performed all over Ireland at weddings, government functions and corporate events including international rugby matches at Croke Park, Race Day’s at the Curragh, Smithwicks Kilkenny Festival and in the VIP area at The Police concert at Croke Park.
Blacktye’s founder Darragh fell in love with music at a young age and always hoped to pursue it full time. After studying for his degree in Jazz and Popular music in London, he was lucky enough to realise that dream and has been working in music ever since.
The band understands the importance of music in setting the perfect ambience for weddings. Whether you prefer classic melodies or contemporary tunes, their extensive repertoire caters to all music tastes. They take great pride in their ability to tailor their performances to suit the couples unique style and taste. They have a huge selection of music to keep you and your guests dancing all through the night.
From elegant and enchanting musical arrangements for your ceremony, to serene sounds during the drinks reception, right through to the evening celebrations, Blacktye really do give it their all. They offer a number of different packages, each specially designed to suit all parts of your day, with options for the ceremony, the drinks reception, band only and band plus DJ packages as well as a band and saxophone package! The band brilliantly engages with the crowd during the evening celebrations, running into the crowd and encouraging guests to get up and sing and dance the night away. Their talented musicians are renowned for seamlessly transitioning from classics like Sinatra to modern day stars like Rihanna and Lizzo, their ability to move effortlessly from song to song ensures your guests remain captivated throughout your celebration
Despite their huge talents, they are a small business, and therefore have incredibly competitive rates, and will never overcharge, which unfortunately can happen a lot within the wedding industry regardless of quality, experience or reputation.
With Blacktye, every moment of your wedding will be filled with musical brilliance, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.
“I wanted to thank you and the rest of the band SO MUCH for being such a fantastic presence on our special day at The Headfort Arms Hotel. From the beginning of the ceremony, we knew we had made the right choice. You were all amazing from beginning to end and the floor literally lit up as soon as you started playing!! It was an electric atmosphere and everyone commented on how good you all were. You brought such fun and joy and we had the best time EVER! Thanks again so much.” – Heather and Les Hanlon.
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