Italian Flair, Sharp Suits, and a Dancefloor That Never Stops
The Black Ties are a three-piece fronted by brothers Dario and Luciano, who share vocal duties and play with a chemistry that only comes from growing up making music together. Gary holds it down on drums. The three of them together deliver a party band with real personality, serious musicianship, and a visual presentation that turns heads before a single note is played. Braces, bow ties, and a look that's as sharp as the performance itself. Don't let the style fool you though. These guys play with an energy that fills rooms and keeps dancefloors packed all night.
Two Brothers, Two Voices
Dario and Luciano split the vocals across the set, and both are genuinely strong singers. Having two frontmen means the band can move between styles without ever losing momentum. Rock anthems get the full treatment. Motown classics land with soul. Pop hits, indie singalongs, and Scottish favourites are all covered with conviction. The Italian flair adds something different to the stage presence too. There's a warmth and charisma to the way they perform that makes the whole night feel like a celebration rather than a function.
A Setlist Spanning 50 Years of Party Classics
The Black Ties cover everything from Elvis and The Beatles through to Ed Sheeran, Gerry Cinnamon, and Taylor Swift. Oasis, Queen, The Killers, and Bon Jovi are all there for the big singalong moments. Sinatra and Bublé add a touch of swing. Scottish favourites including Runrig, Deacon Blue, and The Proclaimers are well represented. It's a setlist designed to keep every age group happy, and the band's ability to read a room means the right songs land at the right time. Couples can flag favourites and exclusions, and first dances are learned to order.
The Look Matches the Energy
The Black Ties take their visual presentation seriously. The braces and bow ties aren't a gimmick. They're part of a deliberate approach to looking the part at every event. It's a small thing that makes a noticeable difference. When the band look sharp and play sharp, the whole evening feels more polished. Combined with the energy Dario, Luciano, and Gary bring to the stage, the result is a band that looks like they belong at your wedding and plays like they're headlining a gig.
Ceilidh
The Black Ties offer a ceilidh set of up to 45 minutes, with Luciano calling the dances while Dario and Gary get out on the floor to demonstrate the steps. It's fun, accessible, and delivered with the same personality as the rest of the set. Gay Gordons, Strip the Willow, and all the favourites are covered.
Add-Ons
A DJ set extension is available for venues with a late licence. The quote covers a four-hour performance window with PA, lighting, and background music during the break.
What Couples Say
Across their reviews, the energy and the dancefloor come up in almost every one. Guests don't sit down. The variety of music keeps every age group engaged. And the band's communication and professionalism from booking through to the night itself is praised consistently.
Who The Black Ties Are For
The Black Ties are for couples who want a sharp-looking three-piece with Italian flair, two strong vocalists, and the kind of party energy that keeps every guest on the dancefloor.
