Mixed Feelings Blog

Today’s wedding took the band all the way down to Essex, to The Downhall Hotel. Mixed feelings are very very experienced in the Wedding Industry, and what a perfect example of a smooth running event it was. A pleasant surprise to find out it was a half and half wedding, and it was a lot […] Read more

For the first time in a long time, MIXED FEELINGS descended on Hanbury Manor to perform at a birthday party and not a wedding. Hanbury Manor is a well known place for holding weddings, but on this occasion, it was a 40th birthday party. MIXED FEELINGS are based in Hertfordshire, so it was a pleasant […] Read more

This event saw the band travel down to Hampshire, to a remote little village called Ecchinswell. Rain isn’t really popular on the best of days, but when you are performing in a Marquee, it’s not popular at all! After a wet get in, and a damp set up, the sound check took place. MIXED FEELINGS […] Read more

MIXED FEELINGS have made so many friends over the years, whilst out and about on the road gigging at all the different locations and venues. From Toastmasters, to Photographers, Caterers to Event Companies, it’s been a real pleasure to meet and work with so many people. The Band was asked to play for a 70th Birthday […] Read more

For 5 years now, the Band MIXED FEELINGS have been doing this exciting event. As a professional outfit, it is important to go back each year with a different show and give the crowd something new. Not only is the music varied each year, but also Dance Routines, Costumes and Lighting Effects, all get swapped […] Read more

One thing about having such glorious sunshine on the day of your event is that the drinks reception held outside on the lawn will no doubt run over time. The crew arrived at the Tythe Barn in Guilford at 2.30pm, to start installing all the equipment and the lighting show, which the client so desperately […] Read more

As MIXED FEELINGS guarantee our clients with a highly professional service, certain obstacles become a pleasure to deal with. The Band were booked to perform and entertain at a Wedding in Chesham, Herts. Our seven-piece band option was requested along with DJ, to gig in the corner of a very small banqueting venue for 90 guests. Having a […] Read more

It is that time of year when Schools throw their big PTA Ball, and on this occasion the band were delighted to be playing at Berkhamsted Girls School. Yet again, a nice local gig for us! As marquees go, this was a real big tent, huge stage and a massive turn out. The weather (for […] Read more

A 5 hour round trip if you’re based in Hertfordshire. Traveling is all a part of the job being a professional Party Band. MIXED FEELINGS have been known to travel to Edinburgh and back in the same day. You just have to take the rough with the smooth in this industry. An enjoyable 2.5-hour trip around the M25, and […] Read more