"Your Wedding. Your Music. Your Band."

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Troy Marks & No Idea is a legendary New Orleans wedding band, known for bringing high-energy interactive performances, professional polish, and crowd-pleasing hits to weddings across Louisiana and the United States. With decades of experience and a massive setlist of over 400 songs, we deliver unforgettable live wedding music across all genres, including Motown, funk, soul, pop, rock, Top 40, country, and more.

 

 

Customized for Your Big Day

 

From elegant ceremonies to high-energy receptions, we tailor every event to your vision. We offer a private consultation to review your favorite songs and help plan: First dance, Parents dances, Bridal party introductions, Cake pull announcements and any other key moments. Choose your songs and we’ll perform them with heart and precision making us the best wedding band for hire in New Orleans.

 

 

Expert MC & Event Coordination

 

Band leader Troy Marks works personally with each couple and serves as MC on your wedding day. From announcements to coordinating the flow of the evening, Troy ensures everything runs smoothly, letting you relax and enjoy. 

 

 

Live Band + DJ Service

 

We provide continuous music from start to finish. When the band takes a break, your event keeps rolling with our professional DJ service featuring your own curated playlist.

 

 

Elegant Look, High-Class Sound

 

We dress to impress, black tuxedos and a formal gown, delivering the elegant stage presence you’d expect from the premier New Orleans wedding band.

 

 

Ceremony & Reception Music

 

If your ceremony is at the same location as your reception, we can offer live or pre-recorded music options. We can also provide: a lavalier microphone for the minister, a ceremony sound system and timed transitions and cues for your processionals, vows, and recessionals. We’ll coordinate with you in advance to ensure that your ceremony music is seamless and stress-free.

 

 

Optional Horn Section

 

Want a bigger sound? Add our full horn section (trumpet,  trombone and saxophone) for a powerful, high-energy twist. You can add one horn player or the full section! Perfect for second lines and dance floor blowouts.

 

 

Special Requests Welcome

 

We’ll learn one custom song just for your wedding, ideal for a first dance or a surprise moment. 

 

 

Why Choose Troy Marks & No Idea?

 

Over 32 years of live wedding performance experience! Personalized planning and consultations! Live band + DJ service in one package! Available throughout New Orleans, Baton Rouge, the Gulf Coast, and beyond! Scalable production for any size venue! Affordable rates for premium service! Make your celebration unforgettable! Choose the band trusted by over one thousand couples for exceptional wedding entertainment in New Orleans and beyond! Contact us now to check availability and start planning your perfect wedding soundtrack!