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Matchmaker Band is an award-winning wedding band based in Austin, Texas that has been an integral part of over 1,000 events over the last 10 years! Comprised of 10+ veteran Austin musicians with decades of experience, we know how to get any crowd up dancing and singing along. We provide clients with an expansive song list to choose from, letting you enjoy the best in Motown, funk, R&B classics, top 40 hits, and even country. Consistently celebrated as Austin’s first-choice party band, our wide range of talented musicians and unique vocalists make for a truly immersive experience. From weddings to corporate events, private events, and fundraisers to intimate elopements and elegant receptions, we are here to serenade you and make your evening one you and your guests will be talking about for years to come!

Our standard 10-piece band is packed with talented musicians including four unique vocalists, keys, guitar, bass, drums, sax and trumpet, but you can scale the band up to include a bigger brass section, percussion, or even strings.

But what really sets us apart is our “client-first" mentality. With more than a decade of experience, we are here to guide you through the entertainment experience - from booking to emceeing, customizing playlists, adding on your favorite song, and more. With a variety of music configurations, you can customize your entertainment exactly how you'd like it. From solo pianists for your ceremony to the big band at your reception, the music will carry you and your guests through your special event.

Services from the band include :

∙ A 10+ piece band with at least six musicians and four unique vocalists
∙ A second Line send-off with horn section and drums
∙ A live DJ option
∙ State-of-the-art Sound and stage lighting
∙ The ability to travel nationally
∙ Cocktail and ceremony options

A Successful Reception Looks Like:
1. You and your guests leave the party exhausted from singing and dancing along all night long.
2. You all continue to talk about this night for the rest of your life as the most fun you've ever had.
3. Walking away from your special day knowing you deserve nothing but the best, and that's what you got!

  • Woman-owned

Frequently Asked Questions

Which of the following are included in the price?

Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

7+

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Dance
Funk
Jazz
Motown
Oldies
Pop
R&B / Soul

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System
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Shannon
Shannon M. Married on 04/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The most amazing and engaging band!!!

I cannot begin to put into words how amazing this band is. One of the few things we knew from the beginning of our wedding planning process was that if we could pull off a live band, that is what we wanted. We love to dance and our friends/family have always loved a good party. Matchmaker band did the most amazing job keeping everyone entertained and up and dancing all night!!

I dreaded the idea of music selection but they made it so simple with a list of loves and a list of avoids. This took so much stress off of us and they did such a great job picking songs that matched the vibe we told them we were going for and the songs that we provided on our "Love it" list. They also read the room perfectly and did a great job of matching the vibe of the moment.

Not only are they incredibly talented musicians, but they are very talented entertainers. The singers had matching dance moves and even came out onto the dance floor to interact with people and get everyone hyped up. The number one compliment we got after our wedding was how amazing our band was, and we have had multiple people ask for their information for future weddings/events. I WOULD NOT HESITATE TO BOOK THIS BAND AGAIN. They are truly amazing and worth every penny you invest if you're looking to have great music for entertainment and dancing.
Audrey
Audrey B. Married on 10/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Matchmaker is a 10/10

Matchmaker Band was our wedding band this past weekend! Not only are they incredibly talented, they also really bring the party. They were really interactive with our group and were super fun. Everyone commented on how great they were! 10/10 recommend!!
Hays
Hays M. Married on 09/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible

Matchmaker did everything to make this the most amazing day for us. first of all the sign up process is super streamlined and was easy to add on more products like a string trio. Next was the music selection which they give you a list and you pick 10 must plays and 10 do not plays, and they take that and run with it to create the perfect playlist. we also provided first dance, mother son and father daughter dances along with any other details we felt like including, like a special request for an intro song.
the day of was seamless and they came in and set everything up. our main hope was that everyone would be out on the dance floor by the end of the night and that was certainly the case with match maker playing. They started off the dinner set playing some great motown classics to ease into the night and with each set they started to play more and more songs to get people moving and shaking. Ultimately reaching a crescendo toward the end of the night with everyone screaming Backstreets back at the top of there lungs (the crowd was mostly 80's and 90's babies). they were so attentive, interactive with the crowd and really just knew what was needed for everyone to have a blast. Highlights: they pulled us up on stage(not planned) to sing one of our requested songs(you don't have to go up there if you don't want, but we were all about it), the soul train dance line that one of the singers initiated. Proud Mary being played where everyone was in a full on dance circle.
couldn't recommend them more!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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One of my favorite wedding bands. They really make the party.

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